Mars Needs Mechanics (Board Game).
London, 1873 – The Royal Academy of Space Exploration has announced its intention to launch a mission to Mars by year's end. In its quest to claim, fully explore, and map the great red planet, the Academy is holding recruitment competitions for various positions on the crew. A position central to the crew's mission, the Astronautical Engineer must be resourceful and efficient in his construction of various mechanisms and ship maintenance.
In Mars Needs Mechanics, players represent engineers and tinkerers from all over the Empire who have come to compete for this prodigious opportunity. Starting the game with only 30 cogs (currency), players will utilize unique game mechanisms that emphasize timing to collect sets of components and build steampunk mechanisms aimed at earning even more cogs. At the end of the competition, the engineer with the most cogs will earn his place as Astronautical Engineer on the crew of the H.M.S. Victoria VII.
[Back Cover]:
LONDON, 1873...
...and the British Empire spans the globe. But there are other globes to span, as well, Our revolutionary progress in science and industry have finally brought some of these other worlds within our reach.
HER MAJESTY DEMANDS A COLONY ON MARS
The Royal Academy of Space Exploration expects to complete a vessel capable of reaching Mars within the year. But building a sustainable colony will require more than just transportation. To provide a safe and profitable environment for mankind in her strange and hostile environment, Mars needs soldiers and farmers. Mars needs miners and architects.
AND MARS NEEDS MECHANICS!
As one of the Empire's foremost Aether Mechanics, you have been invited to compete for a position on the crew. To win, you will need to demonstrate impeccable timing, improvisation, and thrift. Buy resources to create helpful contraptions, maintaining a steady income while storing away scarce components until they are most needed. The contestant who makes the best use of what is available will finish the competition with the most cogs, earning a chance to win glory, riches, and fame on the Red Planet!
COMPONENTS
Game Board
7 Component Tokens
56 Component Cards
10 Mechanism Cards
Rulebook, Card Summary
7 Wooden Value Tokens
8 Scrap Cards
50 Punchboard Cogs
Wooden First Player Marker
12 Player Markers
Great looking box would function geat as a decorative piece.
Package may have minor imperfections due to handling and storage. See photos for condition.
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