In the land of Terra Mystica dwell 14 different peoples in seven landscapes, and each group is bound to its own home environment, so to develop and grow, they must terraform neighboring landscapes into their home environments in competition with the other groups. Terra Mystica is a game with very little luck that rewards strategic planning. Each player governs one of the 14 groups. With subtlety and craft, the player must attempt to rule as great an area as possible and to develop that group's skills. There are also four religious cults in which you can progress. To do all that, each group has special skills and abilities. Taking turns, the players execute their actions on the resources they have at their disposal. Different buildings allow players to develop different resources. Dwellings allow for more workers. Trading houses allow players to make money. Strongholds unlock a group's special ability, and temples allow you to develop religion and your terraforming and seafaring skills. 

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AWARDS & HONORS

2014 Diana Jones Award for Excellence in Gaming Nominee

2013 Tric Trac Finalist

2013 Tric Trac d'Or Winner

2013 Spiel des Jahres Kennerspiel des Jahres Recommended

2013 Nederlandse Spellenprijs Best Expert Game Winner

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