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FOR GENRE FANS
Enjoy 7 Wonders: Cities and want an extra scoring boost? This promo card is for you!
Highlights
- Extra points from neighbor cards
- Encourages opponent observation
- Subtle strategic addition
- Easy to integrate and remember
Keep in mind
- Relies on neighbor's black cards
- May be hard to acquire
- Requires base game and Cities
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If you're a fan of 7 Wonders and enjoy spicing up your games with promo cards, check out this Shadow Guild! This extra card for 7 Wonders: Cities adds a really nice strategic touch at the end of the game. The idea is simple: at the end of the game, you gain extra victory points based on the black cards your neighbors have built. That's right, what others do can earn you more points! It's a cool way to encourage interaction and make you think twice about your opponents' choices. As a promotional card, it doesn't drastically change the base game rules but offers a new layer of decision-making and scoring that can make a difference. The language dependency is minimal, so even those who don't master English or Portuguese can grasp the idea quickly. It's the kind of addition that doesn't weigh down the table but adds that little taste of novelty and extra strategy for those who already know 7 Wonders and want another trick up their sleeve. Perfect for those who like to optimize their scoring and keep an eye on what others are doing. This card is one of those finds that make the game even more interesting without overcomplicating it. If you enjoy the 7 Wonders series, especially expansions that bring more options and interactivity, the Shadow Guild is a welcome addition to your collection, ensuring each game has an extra dash of strategy and surprise.
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Designer
Antoine Bauza
Artist
Etienne Hebinger, Miguel Coimbra
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Which version of 7 Wonders does this card work with?
The Shadow Guild is specifically for the 7 Wonders: Cities expansion and works with the new edition of the game.
Do I need the base game 7 Wonders and the Cities expansion to use this card?
Yes, absolutely! This card is an addition to 7 Wonders: Cities, which is itself an expansion for the base game 7 Wonders.
What impact does this card have on game length?
No significant impact. The rule is applied only at the end of the game, so it doesn't add playtime.
Is the scoring calculation complex?
No, it's quite straightforward: 1 point for each black card your neighbors built. Easy to tally up!
Does this card significantly change the game's strategy?
It adds an extra layer of strategy, encouraging you to observe and perhaps influence your neighbors' choices regarding black cards.
Is this card difficult to obtain?
As a promotional item, it might be a bit harder to find depending on where you live or specific promotions. It's worth looking for!
Does it work for any player count?
The rule applies to each player's direct neighbors, so it functions with all player counts supported by 7 Wonders: Cities.