Tableau Building

tableau building board game mechanics

Tableau building is a board game mechanic where players build and arrange a personal collection of cards, tiles, or items on their individual player boards, known as a “tableau.” These cards or items often create an engine, offering abilities or bonuses that help players achieve their game objectives.

Deck Building

Deck Building board game mechanics

Deck building is a card game mechanic where players start with a small, basic deck and gradually add new cards to improve it, building a unique deck over the course of the game. Each player’s deck is personal and grows as they make strategic choices about which cards to add.

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