Trickerion: Legends of Illusion

Mindclash Games, Corax Games, Super Meeple · Board game · 2015
2–4 · best 4 60–180 min Weight 4.3/5
8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict

For dense eurogame fans who love immersive themes and subtle interaction. The unique blend of worker placement and simultaneous action selection creates tension every round.

Highlights
  • Deep strategy with multiple paths
  • Theater interaction via tile placement
  • Well-integrated magic theme
  • Dark Alley expansion included
  • Thematic components
Keep in mind
  • Long playtimes (up to 3 hours)
  • Steep learning curve
  • Text dependency on cards
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About the game
In Trickerion: Legends of Illusion, you are a 19th-century illusionist competing for fame and fortune in a steampunk city. The game blends worker placement with simultaneous action selection, creating a tense, interactive experience. You manage a team (engineer, assistant, manager, and apprentices) to acquire blueprints and materials for 48 different tricks, categorized as Mechanical, Spiritual, and more. The main board shows a city with locations like Downtown and the Dark Alley, while your personal workshop is where tricks are prepared. Performances at the theater work as a tile-placement mini-game, where you compete for space and fame with other players. Each turn, you secretly select actions, and their order is determined by a dynamic queue. The game lasts 7 turns and uses fame points as both victory condition and currency for bonuses. The base box includes the Dark Alley expansion, adding new locations, prophecies, and an extra layer of strategy. It's a dense eurogame with over 90 character abilities and mission cards that change how you play. The magic theme is immersive, with components like icon dice and gems, and the art perfectly captures the Victorian vibe with supernatural touches.
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Components: Dice with Icons Components: Gems/Crystals Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Crowdfunding: Spieleschmiede Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Trickerion Misc: Made by Panda Players: Games with expansions that add solo play Theme: Art style – Art Deco
Publisher Mindclash Games, Corax Games, Super Meeple, YOKA Games
Designer Richard Ámann, Viktor Péter
Artist László Fejes, Villő Farkas
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players and how long does a game take?
Plays 2-4 players, but best with 4. Duration varies widely: 60 minutes for 2 experienced players up to 180 minutes for 4 beginners.
What's the complexity level? Is it beginner-friendly?
High complexity (4.26/5 on BGG). Has many rules and interactions, so it's better for experienced gamers or those familiar with euros. New players may need 2-3 games to absorb everything.
What are the main components? Is there a lot of English text?
Includes tiles, icon dice, gems, cards, and custom boards. English text appears on trick, mission, and ability cards, so it's moderately language-dependent. A translated spreadsheet helps a lot.
Does the Dark Alley expansion come in the base box?
Yes! The base box already includes the Dark Alley expansion, which adds a new location, prophecy cards, and a new trick category, enriching strategy without overcomplicating.
How does player interaction work? Is it a solo game?
Interaction happens mainly in the theater, where you compete for tiles for performances, and in simultaneous action selection, which can block others' plans. Not aggressive, but you need to watch what others are doing.
Who is it recommended for? Who should avoid it?
Recommended for complex eurogame fans, steampunk/magic themes, and long-term planning games. Avoid if you prefer lighter, faster games or those with fewer rules.
Is there a digital version? Where can I play online?
Yes, there's a digital implementation on Tabletopia, allowing online play with an experience almost identical to the physical board. Great for testing before buying or playing remotely.