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Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack
The Op Games · 2011
4–1230 min12+ yrs1.1/5 complexity7.7 BGG#755 BGG6,9 KParty
⚡ short answer
How do you play Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack?
The primary objective of Telestrations is to enjoy the humorous transformations of clues as they are drawn and guessed by different players. While there are optional scoring systems, the game emphasizes fun and laughter over competitive winning. The joy comes from seeing how far the final guess deviates from the original clue, or surprisingly, how accurately it's conveyed.
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Setup
Each player gets a book, marker, and card; write your name in the book, choose a card side, and roll a die to determine your starting clue.
The rules, step by step
Setup
To set up Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack, each player receives a dry-erase book, a fine-point dry-erase marker, and a cloth eraser. Players write their name on the front of their book. As a group, decide which side of the clue cards to use (this side or that side). One player rolls the custom six-sided die to determine which numbered clue on the chosen card side everyone will use for the round. Each player writes this clue on the first page of their book and then flips to the first blank page.
Objective
The primary objective of Telestrations is to enjoy the humorous transformations of clues as they are drawn and guessed by different players. While there are optional scoring systems, the game emphasizes fun and laughter over competitive winning. The joy comes from seeing how far the final guess deviates from the original clue, or surprisingly, how accurately it's conveyed.
On your turn
The gameplay involves a continuous cycle of drawing and guessing. If there's an even number of players, you start by drawing your initial clue. If there's an odd number of players, you pass your book first and then draw the clue from the previous page. Players have one minute (using the included sand timer) to draw their current clue, without using any letters or numbers. Once done, they flip to the next page and pass their book. The next player then guesses what the drawing represents, writes their guess, flips the page, and passes the book. This continues until each player receives their original book back.
Scoring
Telestrations offers two scoring systems: Friendly Scoring and Competitive Scoring. In Friendly Scoring, players award bonus points for their favorite sketches and guesses, and an additional point if the final guess matches the original clue. Competitive Scoring awards points for guesses that match either the original clue or the last guess, and for sketches that help a player make a correct guess. A bonus point is also given if the last guess matches the original clue. However, the game often encourages players to skip formal scoring and simply enjoy the experience.
Game end
A game of Telestrations concludes when every player has their original book returned to them. At this point, players reveal the progression of their clues, page by page, from the initial word to the final guess. This reveal typically leads to much laughter and amusement as players see how their original idea was interpreted and transformed through the chain of drawings and guesses.
Tips
For an enhanced experience, utilize the fine-point markers included in this edition, as they offer more flexibility in drawing compared to thicker markers. Focus on conveying simple, gross concepts rather than intricate details, as time is limited and clarity is key. If the one-minute timer feels too restrictive, especially for younger players or those less artistically inclined, consider implementing a house rule, such as starting the timer only after one player has finished their drawing, or allowing players to decide when to start the timer for each other. Remember, the ultimate goal is to have fun, so adjust rules as needed to suit your group.
🔬 game anatomy
Complexity1.1 / 5
BGG rating7.7 / 10
Vibe
Party
Language dependence
Extensive text — heavy translation needed
Play time
30 min
Players
4–12
Recommended age
12+ yrs
BGG rank
#755
✨ from Trișache · verified
Frequently asked questions
Q1What is the goal of the game?
The primary objective of Telestrations is to enjoy the humorous transformations of clues as they are drawn and guessed by different players. While there are optional scoring systems, the game emphasizes fun and laughter over competitive winning. The joy comes from seeing how far the final guess deviates from the original clue, or surprisingly, how accurately it's conveyed.
Q2How do you set up the game?
To set up Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack, each player receives a dry-erase book, a fine-point dry-erase marker, and a cloth eraser. Players write their name on the front of their book. As a group, decide which side of the clue cards to use (this side or that side). One player rolls the custom six-sided die to determine which numbered clue on the chosen card side everyone will use for the round. Each player writes this clue on the first page of their book and then flips to the first blank page.
Q3How does a turn work?
The gameplay involves a continuous cycle of drawing and guessing. If there's an even number of players, you start by drawing your initial clue. If there's an odd number of players, you pass your book first and then draw the clue from the previous page. Players have one minute (using the included sand timer) to draw their current clue, without using any letters or numbers. Once done, they flip to the next page and pass their book. The next player then guesses what the drawing represents, writes their guess, flips the page, and passes the book. This continues until each player receives their original book back.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
Telestrations offers two scoring systems: Friendly Scoring and Competitive Scoring. In Friendly Scoring, players award bonus points for their favorite sketches and guesses, and an additional point if the final guess matches the original clue. Competitive Scoring awards points for guesses that match either the original clue or the last guess, and for sketches that help a player make a correct guess. A bonus point is also given if the last guess matches the original clue. However, the game often encourages players to skip formal scoring and simply enjoy the experience.
Q5When and how does the game end?
A game of Telestrations concludes when every player has their original book returned to them. At this point, players reveal the progression of their clues, page by page, from the initial word to the final guess. This reveal typically leads to much laughter and amusement as players see how their original idea was interpreted and transformed through the chain of drawings and guesses.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
For an enhanced experience, utilize the fine-point markers included in this edition, as they offer more flexibility in drawing compared to thicker markers. Focus on conveying simple, gross concepts rather than intricate details, as time is limited and clarity is key. If the one-minute timer feels too restrictive, especially for younger players or those less artistically inclined, consider implementing a house rule, such as starting the timer only after one player has finished their drawing, or allowing players to decide when to start the timer for each other. Remember, the ultimate goal is to have fun, so adjust rules as needed to suit your group.
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Q9How do you play Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack?
Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack is a humor game, for 4–12 players, taking ~30 minutes, featuring drawing. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack support?
Telestrations: 12 Player Party Pack is played by 4–12 players.
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