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2022BGG rank #10,720

Galenus

by Harry-Pekka Kuusela · Ion Game Design

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Players1–4
Time60–120m
ComplexityMedium-Heavy
Age14+

About the game

What is Galenus?

Galenus is a worker placement game where you plan to do up to 6 actions and then decide when and how to resolve them. Players act as medici (doctors) in Ancient Rome, treating patients, publishing notable works, and competing in medical contests to earn the respect of the legendary physician Galenus.

How it plays

Mechanics

Worker PlacementBiddingHand ManagementVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

MedicalAncientWorker Placement

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