The Candelabra
Light candles strategically to discover powerful synergies and illuminate the world
The Candelabra
The Candelabra — Illuminate the World Through Strategic Candle Lighting
The Candelabra combines strategic planning with puzzle-solving as you light candles in sequence, discovering powerful combinations and synergies along the way. Created during Ludum Dare 58, this cozy yet mentally engaging game challenges you to think several moves ahead, maximize your light collection, and uncover the hidden potential within different candle arrangements.
🎮 What is The Candelabra?
The Candelabra is a turn-based strategy puzzle where every candle you light has unique properties and potential synergies with others. Your objective is to light candles from left to right, collecting as much light as possible while discovering special combinations that amplify your results.
The game features roguelike elements where each playthrough presents different candle arrangements and opportunities. Some candles produce more light when placed next to specific colors, others trigger chain reactions, and certain combinations unlock powerful effects that can dramatically change your strategy. The key is learning which candles work well together and planning your lighting sequence to maximize synergies before committing to each move.
🕯️ How to Play The Candelabra
The Candelabra features intuitive mouse and keyboard controls designed for strategic gameplay:
Basic Controls
- Left Mouse Button (LMB) – Pick up and select candles
- Space or Enter – Light up the selected candles in sequence
- T Key – Open the log to review information and effects
- Mouse Movement – Navigate the candelabra and examine candles
Core Mechanics
- Left-to-Right Lighting – Candles must be lit in order from left to right
- Light Collection – Each lit candle generates light that accumulates
- Candle Synergies – Certain candle combinations create bonus effects
- Strategic Planning – Analyze candle properties before lighting them
- Turn-Based Progression – Take your time to plan optimal moves
📸 The Candelabra Gameplay Walkthrough
🔍 Assessing Your Candelabra
When you begin The Candelabra, you're presented with a row of unlit candles, each with distinct properties. Before lighting anything, take time to examine each candle's characteristics. Some produce more light, others have special effects, and certain combinations create powerful synergies.
Your opening analysis is crucial. Look for patterns: do you have multiple candles of the same color? Are there candles with special symbols indicating unique effects? Understanding what's available before you start lighting determines whether you'll achieve a basic score or unlock exceptional results through strategic synergy exploitation.
🕯️ Strategic Candle Selection
As you pick up candles in The Candelabra, you'll notice information revealing their properties and potential interactions. This is where strategic thinking becomes essential. Should you light the high-output candles immediately for guaranteed light, or save them for later when synergies might multiply their effect?
The left-to-right lighting rule adds an interesting constraint. You can't skip ahead to light a powerful candle deeper in the sequence — you must work through candles in order. This means planning your entire lighting sequence before committing to your first move. Each decision affects future options, making every candle selection meaningful.
💡 Discovering Synergies
The magic of The Candelabra happens when you discover synergies between candles. When certain candles are lit in sequence or positioned near each other, they trigger bonus effects: doubled light output, chain reactions, or special abilities that enhance your entire candelabra.
For example, lighting a blue candle next to another blue candle might double their combined output. Or a golden candle might amplify the light of all previously lit candles. These synergies aren't always obvious at first glance, requiring experimentation and observation. The log (accessed with the T key) helps you track which combinations you've discovered and their effects.
🏆 Maximizing Your Light Collection
As you light the final candles in The Candelabra, your accumulated light total reveals how effectively you exploited synergies and planned your sequence. High scores come from recognizing powerful combinations and structuring your lighting order to maximize their impact.
Each playthrough teaches you more about candle interactions. That candle you thought was weak might be essential for triggering a game-changing synergy. The color you overlooked could be the key to doubling your entire light output. This discovery process keeps every session fresh as you refine your understanding of the game's strategic depth.
The Candelabra — Illuminate the World Through Strategic Candle Lighting
The Candelabra combines strategic planning with puzzle-solving as you light candles in sequence, discovering powerful combinations and synergies along the way. Created during Ludum Dare 58, this cozy yet mentally engaging game challenges you to think several moves ahead, maximize your light collection, and uncover the hidden potential within different candle arrangements.
🎮 What is The Candelabra?
The Candelabra is a turn-based strategy puzzle where every candle you light has unique properties and potential synergies with others. Your objective is to light candles from left to right, collecting as much light as possible while discovering special combinations that amplify your results.
The game features roguelike elements where each playthrough presents different candle arrangements and opportunities. Some candles produce more light when placed next to specific colors, others trigger chain reactions, and certain combinations unlock powerful effects that can dramatically change your strategy. The key is learning which candles work well together and planning your lighting sequence to maximize synergies before committing to each move.
🕯️ How to Play The Candelabra
The Candelabra features intuitive mouse and keyboard controls designed for strategic gameplay:
Basic Controls
- Left Mouse Button (LMB) – Pick up and select candles
- Space or Enter – Light up the selected candles in sequence
- T Key – Open the log to review information and effects
- Mouse Movement – Navigate the candelabra and examine candles
Core Mechanics
- Left-to-Right Lighting – Candles must be lit in order from left to right
- Light Collection – Each lit candle generates light that accumulates
- Candle Synergies – Certain candle combinations create bonus effects
- Strategic Planning – Analyze candle properties before lighting them
- Turn-Based Progression – Take your time to plan optimal moves
📸 The Candelabra Gameplay Walkthrough
🔍 Assessing Your Candelabra
When you begin The Candelabra, you're presented with a row of unlit candles, each with distinct properties. Before lighting anything, take time to examine each candle's characteristics. Some produce more light, others have special effects, and certain combinations create powerful synergies.
Your opening analysis is crucial. Look for patterns: do you have multiple candles of the same color? Are there candles with special symbols indicating unique effects? Understanding what's available before you start lighting determines whether you'll achieve a basic score or unlock exceptional results through strategic synergy exploitation.
🕯️ Strategic Candle Selection
As you pick up candles in The Candelabra, you'll notice information revealing their properties and potential interactions. This is where strategic thinking becomes essential. Should you light the high-output candles immediately for guaranteed light, or save them for later when synergies might multiply their effect?
The left-to-right lighting rule adds an interesting constraint. You can't skip ahead to light a powerful candle deeper in the sequence — you must work through candles in order. This means planning your entire lighting sequence before committing to your first move. Each decision affects future options, making every candle selection meaningful.
💡 Discovering Synergies
The magic of The Candelabra happens when you discover synergies between candles. When certain candles are lit in sequence or positioned near each other, they trigger bonus effects: doubled light output, chain reactions, or special abilities that enhance your entire candelabra.
For example, lighting a blue candle next to another blue candle might double their combined output. Or a golden candle might amplify the light of all previously lit candles. These synergies aren't always obvious at first glance, requiring experimentation and observation. The log (accessed with the T key) helps you track which combinations you've discovered and their effects.
🏆 Maximizing Your Light Collection
As you light the final candles in The Candelabra, your accumulated light total reveals how effectively you exploited synergies and planned your sequence. High scores come from recognizing powerful combinations and structuring your lighting order to maximize their impact.
Each playthrough teaches you more about candle interactions. That candle you thought was weak might be essential for triggering a game-changing synergy. The color you overlooked could be the key to doubling your entire light output. This discovery process keeps every session fresh as you refine your understanding of the game's strategic depth.
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