# Ankh: Gods of Egypt – Enigma Sphinx Promo Card ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2022 - **BGG Rating**: 7.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 - **Duration**: 90 min - **Weight**: — - **Designers**: Marco Portugal - **Publishers**: CMON Global Limited, Guillotine Games - **Categories**: Ancient, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Miniatures, Mythology - **Mechanics**: Action Retrieval, Alliances, Area Majority / Influence, Auction: Sealed Bid, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Kill Steal, Player Elimination, Race, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict Fan of Ankh: Gods of Egypt? This alternative guardian is an extra spice for your collection!New strategic guardianExpands Ankh's varietyPromotional collectible itemAdds tactical depthFor base game owners onlyMay require translationCollector-focused itemFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Hey there, board game enthusiasts! If you're already a fan of Ankh: Gods of Egypt and looking to inject some extra power and strategic flair into your games, check out this new addition! The 'Enigma Sphinx' is an alternative guardian card that steps in to replace the Androsphinx, introducing a different dynamic to the battle of the Egyptian gods. This promo card, which first appeared in the 2022 Dice Tower Kickstarter, doesn't alter the core rules of the game but offers a fresh twist for those who enjoy varying their playthroughs and exploring all facets of this rich universe. It's the kind of add-on that makes you think, 'Hmm, how will this impact the influence struggle and the combat?' You know how it is, right? We love it when a base game is already great and then receives these gems that provide extra oomph. Ankh is already an expert-level game with mechanics like area majority, auctions, resource management, and variable player powers, and this new guardian fits right in, adding another layer of strategic decision-making. If you enjoy the feel of Ankh and want more options to make your games even more epic and unpredictable, the Enigma Sphinx is an add-on worth checking out. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it adds that special spice that any Ankh fan will appreciate for exploring the Egyptian pantheon with a new challenge. ## FAQ ### What is the Enigma Sphinx? It's an alternative guardian card for the game Ankh: Gods of Egypt, replacing the Androsphinx guardian and offering a new strategic option. ### Do I need the base game Ankh: Gods of Egypt to use this card? Yes, this is a promotional component that expands the base game. You need to own Ankh: Gods of Egypt to use it. ### Does this card change the game rules? No, it offers a strategic variation by replacing an existing guardian but does not alter the fundamental rules of Ankh. ### Where can I get this card? It was originally made available through the Dice Tower Kickstarter in 2022. You might find it in specialized stores or on the secondary market. ### Does the card come in English? The original version might be in English. Players often need a translation or a reference sheet for promotional components. ### Is this card essential for playing Ankh? It's not essential, but it's a great addition for those who enjoy exploring different strategies and adding more variety to their Ankh games.