In the card game Xylotar, you’ve found the long lost xylotar schematics from the instrument original designed by Bobby McColdsnap and Keifer Basset. This unique musical device was based on both xylophone and synthesizer technology in the m...
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It's an interesting implementation of trick taking. Information for all players is slowly gained on each trick, making future choices more deliciously crunchy. I heartily recommend it.
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David · February 19, 2026
Deduction + Trick Taking = Beautiful Music
This game would be a hit for the rulebook alone, which is one of the few that I insist on reading verbatim for at least the first couple pages anytime I teach the game. But the game itself is anything but frivolous. It's a lovely mix of deduction and tricktaking that feels fresh and satisfying. Despite the simple rules it will take some folks a few plays to really grasp all the layers of meta involved in playing it well, and one of my friends who tends toward lighter fare finds it a bit much for her. But, everyone else we've introduced it to has loved it and honestly the only downside for me is it that does require quite a bit of tablespace to splay out your tableau, which might be tricky in some venues. Overall though, a great addition to our collection.
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Anye · November 1, 2024
We cannot stop playing it !
Addicting trick taker with a few simple twists. We loved it!