--- product_id: 493154390 title: "Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players" brand: "holy grail games" price: "558.84 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true category: "Holy Grail Games" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/493154390-holy-grail-games-encyclopedia-dice-based-worker-placement-board-game store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 25 min average playtime 20 custom dice for strategic play 100+ unique, stunning illustrations Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players **Brand:** holy grail games **Price:** 558.84 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎲 Strategize, Discover, Dominate – Become the Ultimate Naturalist! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players by holy grail games - **How much does it cost?** 558.84 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/493154390-holy-grail-games-encyclopedia-dice-based-worker-placement-board-game) ## Best For - holy grail games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted holy grail games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Learn While You Conquer:** Blend education and excitement as you publish discoveries and build your reputation as a renowned naturalist. - • **Immerse in Visual Storytelling:** Over 100 beautifully crafted illustrations bring the natural world and 18th-century exploration vividly to your table. - • **Master the Art of Dice Strategy:** Engage in deep worker placement with 20 custom dice to outsmart opponents and lead groundbreaking expeditions. - • **Solo or Social, Always Engaging:** Designed for 1-4 players, this game fits your lifestyle whether you’re strategizing solo or competing with friends. - • **Fast-Paced Intellectual Challenge:** Enjoy a rich Eurogame experience with a quick 25-minute playtime—perfect for busy professionals craving meaningful downtime. ## Overview Holy Grail Games' Encyclopedia is a dice-based worker placement board game for 1-4 players aged 14+, combining strategic depth with educational content. Featuring 20 custom dice, over 100 unique illustrations, and a quick 25-minute playtime, it invites players to conduct research, lead expeditions, and publish discoveries in an immersive 18th-century natural history setting. ## Description The year is 1739, and as aspiring naturalists and adventurers, you’ve been hired by the Comte de Buffon – Darwin’s predecessor – to help him create the first encyclopedia of natural history. To do so, you’ll be conducting research, organizing ambitious expeditions and publishing studies of the world’s most fascinating creatures! The aim of the game is to become the biggest contributor to Buffon’s encyclopedia. Encyclopedia is a dice-based worker placement game for 1-4 players, designed by Olivier Melison avec Eric Dubus, the authors of Museum and Dominations: Road to Civilization. Through a dice placement mechanic, you will be able to choose different animals to study, prepare for your research and lead expeditions to other continents. All this will allow you to reach your main goal: publishing your findings to impress the public and increase your fame! ## Features - STRATEGIC WORKER PLACEMENT WITH DICE: Immerse yourself in scientific discovery! Strategically place dice to study animals, prepare research, lead expeditions, and ultimately publish your findings. - BECOME A RENOWNED NATURALIST: Achieve scientific greatness! Compete to become the biggest contributor to Buffon's Encyclopedia, gaining victory points through published discoveries and public acclaim. - EDUCATIONAL YET THRILLING GAMEPLAY: Learn while you play! Encyclopedia blends an attractive theme with educational content, offering a fun way to discover the world of natural history. - STUNNING VISUAL APPEAL: A feast for the eyes! Encyclopedia features over 100 beautifully unique illustrations, enhancing both the theme and overall table presence. - EASY TO LEARN, EXCITING TO PLAY: Easy to grasp, hard to master! Encyclopedia offers an accessible worker placement experience with surprising strategic depth for repeat plays. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0B6CSV4SW | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #173,014 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #6,478 in Board Games | | Brand Name | Holy Grail Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | No Warning Applicable | | Color | Multi | | Country of Publication | China | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Educational Objective | Science | | Estimated Playing Time | 25 Minutes | | Genre | Eurogame | | Included Components | 1 Central Board, 130 Cards, 20 Dice & 1 Dice Bag, 120 Research Cubes, 225 Tokens, 4 Double-sided Character Extensions, 4 Player Boards, 4 Game Aid, 21 Cards (Continent/AI - solo mode), 1 Rulebook | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 29.6 x 29.6 x 7 centimeters | | Item Type Name | card game | | Item Weight | 2.6 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Holy Grail Games | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 168.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | ENC01EN | | Material Type | Plastic | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 168 | | Model Number | ENC01EN | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 1-4 | | Subject Character | Animals | | Theme | Animal | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Holy Grail Games - **Genre:** Eurogame - **Material:** Plastic - **Number of players:** 1-4 - **Theme:** Animal ## Images ![Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Vh6GrbdnL.jpg) ![Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EeMcyc4CL.jpg) ![Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81nOIv6CnqL.jpg) ![Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81wqmHkguaL.jpg) ![Holy Grail Games Encyclopedia - Dice Based Worker Placement Board Game, Ages 14+, 1-4 Players - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91cE11MNxHL.jpg) ## Frequently Bought Together - Holy Grail Games | Encyclopedia | Strategy Board Game | Dice and Worker Placement | 1 to 4 Players | 25+ Minutes | Ages 14+ - Synapses Games | Yokohama | Strategy Board Game | Worker Placement Set in Japan | 2 to 4 Players | 90 Minutes | Ages 14+ - Iello: Khora, Rise of an Empire, Race to Development Game, Develop your City Faster and Better than Your Opponents, 2 to 4 Players, 75 Minute Play Time, For Ages 14 and up --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/493154390-holy-grail-games-encyclopedia-dice-based-worker-placement-board-game](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/493154390-holy-grail-games-encyclopedia-dice-based-worker-placement-board-game) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*