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Reading Rulebooks is a podcast dedicated to reading through rulebooks and teaching board games! In this podcast, I directly read the rulebook as well as discuss the game and try to clear up potential areas of confusion.

  1. Through the Desert

    02.08.2025

    Through the Desert

    This week we are going to cover the rules for Through the Desert. Through the Desert is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by John Gravato, Atha Kanaani, Damien Mammoliti, Scott Nicely, et. al.. The game is published by KOSMOS. Through the Desert is a part of the Knizia Tile-Laying Trilogy (Samurai, Through the Desert, Tigris and Euphrates). About Through the Desert Using camels to make caravan routes through the desert and try to reach the oasis while cutting off other players' access, because no one wants to share their resources. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Setup 03:40 Objective / Playing the Game 07:29 Game End / Final Scoring 08:42 Tips & Reminders 10:12 Through the Desert: Bazaar 15:00 MCG Thoughts

    23 Min.
  2. Pollen

    04.07.2025

    Pollen

    This week, we will cover the rules for Pollen. Pollen is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Beth Sobel. The game is published by Allplay. About Pollen Create a lush garden full of beautiful flowers whose pollen will attract pollinators to make the best garden. Chapters: 00:00 Components & Preparation 02:21 Gameplay 04:30 Endgame & Scoring 06:15 Thoughts

    9 Min.
  3. Classic Art

    07.06.2025

    Classic Art

    This week we are going to cover the rules for Classic Art. Classic Art is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Chris McGloughlin. The game is published by CMON Games. About Classic Art Predict how many pieces of classic art will be presented in the exhibition. The risker the bet the higher the reward. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Overview, & Components 01:56 Setup 03:33 Gameplay 13:54 Game End 15:23 Art Exhibits 18:41 Rules Summary 22:24 Thoughts

    31 Min.
  4. Modern Art

    19.04.2025

    Modern Art

    This week, we are going to cover the rules for Modern Art. Modern Art is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and illustrated by Carole Carrion, Manuel Carvalho, Chen Cheng-po, Mike Doyle (I), et al. It is published by CMON Games and is part of the Knizia Auction Trilogy (Modern Art, Medici, Ra). About Modern Art Vie for the Modern Art of the Trendiest Artist through various types of auctions to make money buying and selling the art. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Components, & Goal of the Game 01:39 Game Setup 02:33 Gameplay 03:24 Running Auctions 05:12 The Five Types of Auctions 10:19 Ending the Auction Round 11:08 Selling to the Bank 13:13 The Following Auction Rounds 16:32 Winning the Game 18:23 Thoughts

    21 Min.
  5. High Society

    14.02.2025

    High Society

    This week we are going to cover the rules for High Society. High Society is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Mateusz Bielski, Medusa Dollmaker, Wesly Gibs, Dahee Lee, et. al.. Ravensburger publishes the game. About High Society Enhance your standing and status in high society by flaunting your wealth with ostentatious expenditure, all while avoiding scandal and shame. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Components 01:40 Setup 01:57 How to Play 05:00 Game End 07:02 Thoughts

    13 Min.
  6. Stephenson's Rocket

    10.01.2025

    Stephenson's Rocket

    This week we are going to cover the rules for Stephenson’s Rocket. Stephenson’s Rocket is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Doris Matthäus, Ian O'Toole, TANSAN Inc.. The game is published by Grail Games. About Stephenson’s Rocket In Stephenson’s rocket, invest in the railways of England which are expanding and merging to come out the richest investor. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:17 Game Contents & Setup 04:08 Overview 05:07 Playing the Game 13:55 Scoring Prestige During the Game 23:15 Game End & End Game Scoring 26:32 Expansions 28:40 Thoughts

    35 Min.
  7. Tigris & Euphrates

    11.10.2024

    Tigris & Euphrates

    This week we are going to cover the rules for Tigris & Euphrates. Tigris & Euphrates is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Bascu, Christine Conrad, Doris Matthäus, Tom Thiel, et.al.. The game is published by Hans im Glück. Tigris & Euphrates is a part of the Knizia Tile-Laying Trilogy (Samurai, Through the Desert, Tigris & Euphrates). About Tigris & Euphrates Expand your empire with the help of your four leaders along the Tigris & Euphrates River and take establish temples to build the most prosperous civilization. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:26 Game Components 04:46 Setup 06:49 Object of the Game 09:04 Turn Structure 35:49 Game End and Winner 36:42 Advanced Game Rules 41:55 MCG Thoughts

    54 Min.
  8. The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples

    20.09.2024

    The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples

    This week we are going to cover the rules for The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temple. The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temple is a game designed by Reiner Knizia and is illustrated by Franz Vohwinkel. The game is published by Ravensburger. The Quest for El Dorado can intergrate with The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temple: The Golden Temples About The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temple Build your deck and lead your expedition to gain the riches of El Dorado and get out of the golden temple before it collapses. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:22 Game Setup 04:14 How the Game Works 05:03 Turn Structure 05:46 Phase 1: Player Cards 11:39 Phase 2: Discard Cards 12:06 Phase 3: Play Cards 16:28 End of the Game 17:17 Rules for 2 Players 18:16 Example of a Complete Turn 19:58 Expanding the World of El Dorado 23:00 Glossary 25:32 MCG Thoughts

    33 Min.
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Reading Rulebooks is a podcast dedicated to reading through rulebooks and teaching board games! In this podcast, I directly read the rulebook as well as discuss the game and try to clear up potential areas of confusion.

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