Clara Nicolier

Design, self-publishing, and direct sales of a cooperative and educational board game, themed around the Odyssey, intended for families and children aged 6 and up.

The objective: to create an accessible, fun, and educational game, combining general knowledge, strategy, and cooperation.

Missions and achievements

Game Design and Development:

Invention of rules, game mechanics (questions with 4 difficulty levels, stress management via dice), and cooperative objectives.

Balancing difficulties to make the game playable from age 6 while remaining challenging for adults.

Self-publishing and Production:

Creation of a "specifications" document for illustrations and coordination with an illustrator.

Comparison of printers, dialogue with them (including in English), and management of production.

Sales and Distribution:

Direct sales at conventions.

Initial partnerships with independent stores in progress.

Promotion on social media and in local media.