- BGG rank
- BGG #603
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Shadows over Camelot
- 3–7 players
- 60–90 min
- Complexity 2.6/5
- 2005
- BGG rank
- BGG #20,620
- BGG rating
- 7.0
Mandrago
2016
Rules assistance for Mandrago
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 20–30 min
- 6+
- Complexity 2.0/5
Rules assistant for Mandrago
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Answers come from the official rulebook, with the page to check.
Mandrago is a board game released in 2016 for 2–4 players, 20–30 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Johan Beyens and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Set Collection, and Tile Placement.
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About the game
A great sorrow has befallen the residents of the kingdom; their beloved princess has fallen deadly ill. Only a potion, brewed from the legendary Mandrago root, can save her. The king offers a reward to the adventurer who can present him this mysterious potion, but time is of the essence! Several heroes leave forthwith for the forest to collect the freshest roots as soon as possible and be the first to return to the king. The players take the role of these adventuring healers who scour the forest for a rare plant — the Mandrago — to save the life of their beloved princess, and the forest also houses a lot of interesting creatures that will aid you in your quest, while others are mischievous and a real hindrance. Who will be the first to return and heal the princess? Mandrago is a challenging game for 2 to 4 players, set in a light-hearted, classical fantasy realm. Mandrago is accessible for all ages, and players will need to rely on both strategy and memory to achieve victory.
Designers
Publishers
- Red Eyed Rabbit
Questions and answers
Mandrago supports 2–4 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 Mandrago is 20–30 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 Mandrago for ages 6 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.
Mandrago has a complexity rating of 2.0 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.
Mandrago belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Deduction, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Set Collection, and Tile Placement. 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 Mandrago are: Johan Beyens. 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 Mandrago 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.