Lignum

The author approached us back in 2010 because the game is part of the Runner edition, i.e. it was part of the author competition that was held at the time. However, due to the complexity and also the high costs of implementation, it took another 5 years until the game was released. The optimization process required many rounds of play and adjustments. The financing was ultimately achieved through crowdfunding at the Spieleschmiede. Also not insignificant was the fact that there were two graphic designers working on the game.

A mini expansion for Lignum that consists of 1 wooden disk in each player’s color and a special rules supplement. This expansion allows for more accurate planning.

Lignum is a demanding, multi-player product that leads from a basic game to advanced and expert play. The author sets it up for two to four timber contractors in the 19th century. With just four thalers, one lumber yard worker and one forestry worker, everyone has to make their lumber yard economically viable in two years.

Born in 1974. After studying illustration and getting his degree 2002 in Hamburg, he started his own business.
He works as a freelance illustrator in his studio in Hamburg. In addition to the illustration of children’s books and youth books, the design of games is another field of work in which he is active. He is a member of the illustrator organization IO.

JPlayDE has already looked at the prototypes of Lignum more closely and published a comprehensive video:

Here you will find all the contributions, reviews, videos and information about Lignum published by external sites, magazines and newspapers.

My name is Alexander Huemer and was born 1975. I grew up in Raab, a small town in Upper Austria. My studies then led me to the city of Linz, where I still live today. In Wels, not far from Linz, I work as a teacher for impaired children.

What happens, when there are no more wood or food pieces?

Here are the rules to the game Lignum