Encyclopedia is a dice-based worker placement game. At the beginning of each round, you'll be drawing and rolling dice, then placing them on your player board. These dice can then be used to perform an action each turn, depending on their color and value. Your action can be preparing your expeditions by going to the Embassy, visiting the Bank to raise funds, or hiring your research team at the University. Once you're ready to go, you'll choose the Animal cards you wish to study, then organize expeditions to observe them in their natural habitats. When your research is complete, you'll then be able to publish your findings in an attempt to become the biggest contributor to Buffon's Encyclopedia. Every publication you make will earn you Victory points, and at the end of the game, you'll score points based on collections of Animals and research amassed during play. The naturalist with the most points wins!