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Pick a Pen: Crypts

Roll the Pencils Like Dice!

Roll the pencils and pick one. The symbol on the pencil determines which space you color in on your play sheet.

Try to decipher the... (read more)

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Reviews
mixed, 57% of all reviews are favorable
Playtime
20 minutes
Published
2023
Age
8+
Publisher
Amigo Games
Players
2 to 4 players
Designer
Reiner Knizia
Playstyle
Involved
Game's Categories
Paper-and-Pencil, Roll and Write, 999 Games, Abstract Game, Family Game, Grid Coverage, and Reiner Knizia
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-33%
$14.99
$10.00
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Description

Roll the Pencils Like Dice!

Roll the pencils and pick one. The symbol on the pencil determines which space you color in on your play sheet.

Try to decipher the inscriptions by completing as many rows and columns as possible and score the most points!

The game includes play sheets with three different game modes that add new challenges and fun!

Contents

  • 5 Pencils
  • 1 Play Sheet Pad
  • 1 Rulebook

Mechanisms:• Drawing• Grid Coverage• Paper-and-Pencil

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Genres

  • Family Game
  • Abstract Game

Themes

  • Puzzle
  • Ancient Civilization

Mechanics

  • Grid Coverage
  • Paper-and-Pencil
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Publishers

  • 999 Games
  • Amigo Games
  • AMIGO

Designer

  • Reiner Knizia

Artist

  • Marlies Barends

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