Herfstoogst - Een Tea Dragon Society kaartspel (standalone of uitbreiding)

The art alone is worth the price, but the Growth token collecting really pulls you into the caretaking theme. I've played it twice solo and once with friends, and it's just as cozy each time.

The deckbuilding mechanic is really smooth—picking up Growth tokens to build out your dragon’s memory cards feels satisfying without getting bogged down in rules. I’ve played it three times solo and twice with friends, and it’s just as charming each round.

I was pleasantly surprised by how the deckbuilding mechanic flows with the Growth tokens—it makes each game feel unique. The only downside is the rulebook could be clearer for new players, but once you get the hang of it, the gameplay is smooth.