# Among the Stars: Hythian

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.25 / 5
- **Designers**: Vangelis Bagiartakis
- **Artists**: Odysseas Stamoglou
- **Publishers**: Artipia Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Open Drafting, Simultaneous Action Selection, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
A perfect thematic and mechanical boost for players looking to refresh their Among the Stars-sessions.Adds instant replayabilitySeamlessly integrates with base gameGreat-value-to-size ratioRequires the base gameNiche-focused expansionRECOMMENDED

## Description
Calling all space explorers! If you've been cruising through the galaxy in Among the Stars, the Hythians are here to shake up your flight path. This expansion introduces a brand-new alien race to your collection, bringing fresh-faced-yet-deadly-efficient-looking-aliens to your tabletop-sized spaceship. It's all about adding that extra layer of strategic spice without slowing down the cosmic pace you already love.

Inside the box, you'll find everything needed to integrate this race: a unique Hythian race tile, three Power Reactors to fuel your expansion, and the-all-important Hythian Main Reactor (provided in four different colors to keep things fair for everyone). It's a streamlined expansion designed to plug directly into your existing-game-loop, offering new-player-powers that can completely shift how you approach resource management and tile placement.

Is it a game-changer? It certainly adds more tools to your tactical toolkit. Whether you're looking to optimize your engine or just want a reason to play another round, the Hythians provide that much-needed variety. Just remember, this isn'1t a standalone game—you'll need the base Among the Stars-to-get these-space-travelers off the ground. Perfect for those who want more-more-more out of their sci-fi-themed drafting-and-placement-fun!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game?
Yes! This is an expansion, so you'll need the original Among the Stars to play.

### How much extra time does it add?
Hardly any. It adds variety without significantly increasing the playtime.

### Is it easy to learn?
If you know the base game, you'll master the Hythians in no time.

### How many players can use this?
It works perfectly for the standard 2-4 player-count.

### Does it change the core mechanics?
It adds new-flavor-powers, but the core-loop remains fast and fun.