
- BGG rank
- BGG #28,140
- BGG rating
- 5.3
Dust Race: Press Start
- 2–6 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 2.5/5
- 2024

2022
Rules assistance for Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia
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Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia is a board game released in 2022 for 1–4 players, 45–90 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by APEX Ideenschmiede and its main mechanics are Deduction, Cooperative Game, and Solo / Solitaire Game.
Solve the riddles - pass the adventure - become heroes! The realm of Lysharia is in unprecedented danger! Will you find your way back to the Eternal City and save the world from destruction? Spread out the map and enter a fantastic land full of mysteries. On this journey you need a sharp mind and alert eye, because many puzzles await you... This is how you play Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: unroll the next area of the map. solve the puzzles and find the answers in the details. collect enough points to escape from the dark henchmen! —description from the publisher
Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia supports 1–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia is 45–90 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia has a complexity rating of 2.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Deduction, and Exploration. Its main mechanics are Deduction, Cooperative Game, and Solo / Solitaire Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia are: APEX Ideenschmiede. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Die Schriftrolle der Geheimnisse: Schatten über Lysharia as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.