# Venice: Taxi Service

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 6.1
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-5
- **Duration**: 60-90 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: Braincrack Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Expansion for Base-game, Political, Religious, Renaissance, Spies / Secret Agents
- **Mechanics**: Network and Route Building, Pick-up and Deliver, Point to Point Movement, Trading, Worker Placement

## Verdict
If you're already a fan of Venice and want more challenges, this Doge taxi service expansion is a great addition!VIP transport for the DogeNew ways to score pointsIntegrates with base gameAdds strategic challengeIt's a small expansionRequires base gameFocus on transportFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Hey folks! If you're already into the intrigue and trade of Venice in the base game, get ready for an upgrade! This expansion, 'Venice: Taxi Service', introduces a new element that will stir up the canals: the Doge himself needs a ride! Yes, the highest leader of Venice is now your most VIP cargo. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to ensure His Excellency reaches his destination safely and, as a bonus, earn points and favors for the service rendered. Just imagine being the official taxi driver for the Doge! This expansion adds an extra layer of strategy and scoring opportunities, integrating seamlessly with the original experience. You'll need to optimize your routes and manage your resources even more carefully to meet this special demand. It's your chance to show who rules the Venetian waters, not just in trade, but also in transporting important figures. If you're looking to add a touch of exclusivity and new challenges to your Venice game, this mini-expansion is a perfect fit. Get your gondolas ready, because the Doge is waiting!

## FAQ
### Does this expansion work on its own, or do I need the base game 'Venice'?
This is an expansion, so you need the base game 'Venice' to play it.

### How many players can enjoy this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 3 to 5 players.

### How much extra time does this expansion add to the game?
As a mini-expansion focused on a new mechanic, the playtime shouldn't increase significantly, perhaps adding an extra 5-10 minutes per game.

### What is the main highlight of this expansion?
The main highlight is the introduction of transporting the Doge, which adds a new layer of objectives and scoring, requiring players to optimize their routes in a special way.

### Does the game's complexity increase much with this expansion?
The complexity increases slightly, as it adds a new variable to manage, but overall, the learning curve is quite smooth for those already familiar with the base game.

### Is this an essential expansion for those who own the base game?
It's not strictly essential, but if you enjoy adding new challenges and scoring methods to the base game, it brings an interesting touch and is worthwhile.

### What components come with this expansion?
Typically, expansions like this include specific pieces or cards to represent the Doge and its new transport and scoring rules.