Gnomopolis

Gnomopolis is a building and strategy game that transports you to the enchanted world of the gnomes. After the ancient Underground Capital had to be moved due to human expansion, you and your friends set out to build a new city in a majestic stone hall known as Gnomopolis. In this game, the aim is to secure a prosperous future for your district. Each player has the task of erecting buildings, collecting gold coins and providing homes for their gnomes. The buildings you construct offer different actions and cater to specific professions. It's crucial to combine the gnomes' unique abilities with the buildings' requirements to maximize your coins and, consequently, your victory points. Gnomopolis stands out for its agile gameplay and strategic decisions. With a playing time of around 30 minutes, it is ideal for groups of one to four players looking to devise ingenious plans to develop their districts and establish intelligent trade with their neighbors. The diversity of buildings and workers offers countless possibilities for strategies, making each game a new experience. If you're looking for an adventure where every decision counts and the competition is fierce, Gnomopolis promises exciting moments and lots of fun. Come and find out if you can become the greatest architect among the gnomes!

Age 14 + 30 min 1 to 4 players

Artists: Marcelo Bastos; Patrick Matheus

Designers: Igor Knop; Patrick Matheus

Date: 2018

Note: 7.8

Mechanics: Allocation of workers, Collecting Sets

Topics: Economy / Production, Fantasy, Mythology

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME

The main objective of Gnomopolis is to build and expand a city inhabited by gnomes, where you must manage resources, create structures and ensure the well-being of the population in order to turn it into a thriving metropolis. During the game, players face challenges involving strategic planning and quick decision-making, while developing a playful and enchanting environment. This combination of construction and management provides a fun and challenging experience, with a magical touch that appeals to new players and veterans alike.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Gnomopolis:

  • Focus on building different types of towers quickly. This gives you greater flexibility in strategies and gnome allocation.
  • Use your specialist gnomes wisely. Sometimes one good specialist in the right action is worth more than many generalists.
  • Take care of the currency economy. Avoiding shortages is crucial to keeping your operations running smoothly.
  • Try out different combinations of buildings and gnomes. You may discover powerful synergies that weren't apparent at first.
  • Don't underestimate the power of event cards. Some can turn the game in your favor if used at the right time.
  • Always keep gnomes in reserve for unforeseen situations. Having a contingency plan can save your main strategy.

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GAME mechanics

  • Allocation of Workers - In Gnomopolis, players place gnomes in different parts of the city to carry out specific actions. Each space has limited capacities, offering varied strategies for optimizing resources and expanding the city.
  • Collecting Sets - Players seek to collect sets of building cards. Each complete set offers bonuses and special abilities, encouraging planning and diversification of game tactics.
  • Bags and parts - The draw and bag management mechanics add an element of surprise and strategy. Players need to choose wisely which pieces to use, directly influencing the development of their strategies. This system of randomly selecting pieces keeps the game dynamic, requiring constant adaptation.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Gnomopolis:

  • 32 Money Chips (20 of 1, 8 of 5 and 4 of 10)
  • 28 Construction Cards
  • 78 Gnomeeples in 6 different shades (17 green, 25 brown, 9 red, 9 yellow, 9 blue and 9 gray)
  • 04 Urban Area Trays
  • 04 Letters from Advisors
  • 12 Robotic Assistant sheets
  • 04 plastic mugs
  • 04 Tatu Expedition bookmarks

Additional Information

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