# Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula – Alchemists

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Artists**: Agnieszka Kopera, Paulina Wach
- **Publishers**: Board&Dice, Lucrum Games
- **Categories**: Dice, Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, Set Collection, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you already enjoy Trismegistus and want to add an extra spice to your games, this expansion with character powers is just what you need! It adds a layer of customization that makes a real difference.More power varietyCustomizes strategyIncreases replayabilityEasy to integrateRequires base gameSmall card countFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to level up your base game of Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula with the Alchemists expansion! This neat little addition introduces 10 new asymmetrical character abilities, each offering a unique playstyle. During setup, each player receives two character cards and chooses one to use, covering the original portrait on their player board. This choice isn't just cosmetic; the selected card can grant an immediate start-of-game bonus or an ongoing benefit that lasts throughout the entire game. It's your chance to truly customize your strategy and explore new tactics in every playthrough. Originally, this expansion was a special treat from the Builders Promo Pack, released as part of the Dice Tower's 2020 Kickstarter campaign. If you enjoy Trismegistus and are looking for more variety and unique powers for your alchemists, this mini-expansion is a perfect fit. It doesn't alter the core rules but injects an extra dose of replayability and personalization, ensuring each game presents a fresh challenge. It's the kind of addition that makes you want to return to the alchemist's workbench again and again!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula to play with this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Alchemists is a mini-expansion and adds new elements to the base game. You can't play without it.

### How many players does this expansion support?
It maintains support for 1 to 4 players, just like the base game Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula.

### Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
Not significantly. The expansion adds asymmetrical powers, but the core rules of the game remain the same. The complexity is manageable, especially for those already familiar with the base game.

### What components come in this expansion?
The expansion includes 10 unique character cards, each with distinct abilities for players to use.

### Does this expansion significantly change the duration of a game?
The duration should remain similar to the base game (90-120 minutes). The addition of powers might speed up some decisions, but the overall game structure doesn't change drastically.

### Is it difficult to learn how to use the new character abilities?
The abilities are generally easy to understand and apply, especially since there's minimal text on the cards, allowing for quick memorization or reference.