
- BGG rank
- BGG #14,329
- BGG rating
- 6.7
Gauner raus!
- 2–4 players
- 30–60 min
- Complexity 2.9/5
- 2016

2016
Rules assistance for Zaubertrank der vier Elemente
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Zaubertrank der vier Elemente is a board game released in 2016 for 2–4 players, 40 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Steffen Mühlhäuser and René Puttin and its main mechanics are Set Collection.
Description from the publisher: In Zaubertrank der vier Elemente, the wizards meet for a competition to discover who can brew the strongest magic potion. The ingredients, kitchen tools, and magic tools are arranged in a magic hexagon, and every object corresponds to one of four elements: fire, water, earth or air. During the game, wizards try to capture as many high-scoring objects as possible for their secret recipe, and they use particular combinations of objects to win special power stones. Master wizards also compete by using the super-powerful element discs and hidden mission cards. When all the magic objects have been removed from the hexagon, whichever wizard has brewed the most intoxicating potion wins!
Zaubertrank der vier Elemente 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 Zaubertrank der vier Elemente is 40 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 Zaubertrank der vier Elemente 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.
Zaubertrank der vier Elemente 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.
Zaubertrank der vier Elemente belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Set Collection. 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 Zaubertrank der vier Elemente are: Steffen Mühlhäuser and René Puttin. 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 Zaubertrank der vier Elemente 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.