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FOR GENRE FANS
Want to spice up your Ancient Realm? This 6-card expansion brings Monuments for glory and Misfortunes to test your resilience, all in just 15 minutes!
Highlights
- Quick and thematic expansion
- Adds strategic decisions
- Maintains game's lightness
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Few new cards
- Solo play focus
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Hey there, future civilization leader! Ready to make your mark on history? With the Monuments & Misfortunes expansion for Ancient Realm, things get even more interesting. This neat little 6-card addition slots into the base game to spice things up, swapping out some standard districts for special versions packed with Monuments and Misfortunes.
Monuments are your trophies! Build them for free and score points at the end, or use them as a shortcut to grab an extra resource when you need it. As for Misfortunes? Well, those are the bumps in the road every civilization faces. They pop up in your realm and bring challenges, but you have a choice: either cover them up to make them disappear, or face the music and try to gain some advantage (and points!) from the misfortune.
It's an expansion that adds a strategic layer without overcomplicating things, perfect for those who already enjoy the base game and want more variety. Ideal for solo play, of course, but it can also spice up multiplayer games depending on how you integrate these cards. You can play a quick game in about 15 minutes, and the complexity is quite manageable, so it won't give you a headache. If you enjoy civilization games with a lighter touch that run on cards, this expansion is a great addition to your Ancient Realm!
Monuments are your trophies! Build them for free and score points at the end, or use them as a shortcut to grab an extra resource when you need it. As for Misfortunes? Well, those are the bumps in the road every civilization faces. They pop up in your realm and bring challenges, but you have a choice: either cover them up to make them disappear, or face the music and try to gain some advantage (and points!) from the misfortune.
It's an expansion that adds a strategic layer without overcomplicating things, perfect for those who already enjoy the base game and want more variety. Ideal for solo play, of course, but it can also spice up multiplayer games depending on how you integrate these cards. You can play a quick game in about 15 minutes, and the complexity is quite manageable, so it won't give you a headache. If you enjoy civilization games with a lighter touch that run on cards, this expansion is a great addition to your Ancient Realm!
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Publisher
Button Shy
Designer
Steven Aramini
Artist
Startraphell Talbot
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Does this expansion work on its own, or do I need the base game?
You need the base game Ancient Realm to use this expansion, as it replaces some of the original game's cards.
How many cards come in this expansion?
The Monuments & Misfortunes expansion contains 6 cards.
How long does it take to play with this expansion?
Just like the base game, games with this expansion are very quick, usually around 15 minutes.
Is this an expansion for multiplayer, or is it focused on solo play?
The expansion is designed to add variety to the base game, which can be played solo or with multiple players. The new cards can enhance both modes.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
No, the complexity remains low. The expansion adds new strategic options without making the rules harder to learn or manage.
Are the components physical, or is it a file to print?
This is a Print & Play expansion, so you will need to print and assemble the cards at home.