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Egyszer volt...

Egyszer volt...

Libertine Books Kft. · 2021
2–545–60 min12+ yrs1.0/5 complexity5.9 BGG35Party
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How do you play Egyszer volt...?

Once upon a time… not a literature quiz! Focus on the stories! We ask you to write your own bestseller! Just like in an unforgettable novel, there are big laughs or even deep conversations waiting for you in this game.

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Once upon a time… not a literature quiz! Focus on the stories! We ask you to write your own bestseller!

Just like in an unforgettable novel, there are big laughs or even deep conversations waiting for you in this game. Once upon a time, there was no one - there was once a character you bring to life…, a dramatic turn that no one expects…, and the end result that puts the crown on your work. Creativity, playfulness, communication, imagination - all of which you will need in this great party game where the story can only be limited by your own imagination. Move the threads skillfully and be the best storyteller on your team!

The game lasts for 10 rounds. The first 9 rounds have 3 phases, Inspiration, Writing, and Evaluation. In the Inspiration phase, we draw 2 characters, 2 dramas and 2 end cards to the playing field. In the Writing phase, each player thinks about which combination of 3 cards they think could make the most interesting story. It is important that you choose one of each category.

Everyone will write on their page the letter combinations (for example, BAA) of the selected pages next to the current round number. In the first three rounds, the text of the selected Character Cards is recorded, in rounds 4-6 the text of the selected Drama card, and in rounds 7-9 the text of the End Card.

In the Rating phase, players receive points for each of their teammates who have selected the same letter combination for their story. If exactly the same combination is written, everyone gets 4 points, if only the first 2 letters match, 2 points, if only the first letter matches, 1 point goes. No points are awarded if the first letter of the letter combination does not match anyone.

The tenth round is the Synopsis. In this round, we do not put new cards on the game board, but the Inspiration phase takes place from the texts of the previously selected cards. So in the Inspiration phase, we write the final story from the text of the 3-3-3 inspiration cards previously written on the scorecard. As everyone completes in a row, tell the Final Story one after the other. Don’t forget to give the story a title. After telling the Final Story, players secretly give each other points. Everyone can split 7 points among the other players, we give the most to the one who we think invented the best story. After telling the story, everyone adds up the victory points earned during the 9+1 rounds.

game anatomy
Complexity1.0 / 5
BGG rating5.9 / 10
Vibe
Party
Play time
45–60 min
Players
2–5
Recommended age
12+ yrs
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Egyszer volt... is a party game game, for 2–5 players, taking ~45–60 minutes, featuring storytelling. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Egyszer volt... — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Egyszer volt... support?
Egyszer volt... is played by 2–5 players.
Q5How long does a game of Egyszer volt... take?
A game of Egyszer volt... takes about 45–60 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Egyszer volt... for?
Egyszer volt... is recommended from age 12.
Q7How complex is Egyszer volt...?
Egyszer volt... has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 1.0 out of 5.
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