Takenoko

Takenoko, a game where you have to have a green hand

In Takenoko, you play as a Japanese gardener who has the heavy task of designing the imperial gardens. You are in medieval times and the Emperor of Japan has just received from China, a great panda. The fate of the animal, a symbol of peace between these two great empires, is very important. You have to take care of it and give it all the comfort it needs. As a gardener in the service of the Emperor, your delicate mission is to ensure the welfare of the animal by developing a bamboo grove. But beware, the panda is gluttonous and your work will be arduous!

Takenoko, a game where you have to satisfy the emperor

To fully fulfill your mission and garner the emperor's favor, you will have to cultivate plots of land, irrigate them and grow bamboo. Each player will have the choice between these different actions while respecting the will of the emperor, symbolized by the objective cards. You will also have to keep an eye on the charming panda, tenant of the Imperial Gardens, who thinks only of eating.

Takenoko, a game where you have to deal with the weather

In Takenoko, time matters. The weather will even play a major role in your progress. She will be your best ally and will support you in your mission. Materialized by a de- the effects of the weather (sun, rain, wind, lightning and cloud) are multiple and varied but will always give you a little boost.