The Quacks of Quedlinburg: The Duel
Players
2 - 2
Weight
Medium
Duration
45-60 min
Game language
English
Shelf category
2-Player
There is always something happening in the lively market square of Quedlinburg. And two quack doctors are at the very heart of it all, attracting the crowds with their most enticing hyperbole and fanfare. The game involves maximum concentration on both sides, as every move will directly affect your opponent. The aim is to try and lure any undecided patients to your market stall, because every patient you treat here will strengthen your reputation in the quacks' Guild Hall. So which one of you will be the next Guild Master of the Quacks of Quedlinburg?
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The Quacks of Quedlinburg: The Duel
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The Duel is specifically designed for two players. While it retains the core 'push-your-luck' ingredient-drawing mechanism, it introduces new elements like ingredient market manipulation and scoring tracks to create a unique competitive experience.
Yes, there's indirect player interaction through the shared market where you'll be competing for ingredients and potentially manipulating prices. There's also direct competition to advance on the scoring tracks.
If your pot explodes (by drawing too many cherry bombs), you will have to choose whether to advance your droplet marker or your victory point marker. You can't advance both in the same round you explode.