Architects of the West Kingdom: Extra Player Boards

Garphill Games, Angry Lion Games, Banana Games · Board game · 2018
1–5 · best 4 Solo 60–80 min Weight 2.5/5
8.7 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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8.7 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

Want to spice up your Architects of the West Kingdom? This expansion adds 5 player boards with unique powers that give a special touch to your games without overcomplicating things!

Highlights
  • More strategic options
  • Increases replayability
  • Well-thought-out powers
  • Easy to integrate
Keep in mind
  • It's a small expansion
  • Can be hard to find
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you've ever thought Architects of the West Kingdom could use even more player options, then this expansion is for you! Originally released as part of the 2018 Kickstarter, it introduces five new player boards, each with a unique ability to add that extra spice to your games. Meet Lothaire, who helps you save wood or stone when building the Cathedral or constructing buildings. Clovis rewards you with a building card whenever you build one, which can accelerate your game engine. Bertha gives you an extra silver boost when your workers are imprisoned, and Fara allows you to rescue one of them during the Black Market reset. Lastly, Hugo offers a way to avoid debts by spending a little silver. These abilities add new strategic layers and allow for exploring different paths without overcomplicating the rules. It's one of those extras that, despite being small, makes a noticeable difference in replayability and the variety of strategies that can emerge in each game. Perfect for those who love the base game and want more variety without significantly increasing the overall complexity.

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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Promotional: Item Series: The West Kingdom Trilogy (Garphill Games)
Publisher Garphill Games, Angry Lion Games, Banana Games, Fever Games, Lord of Boards, MeepleBR, Pixie Games, Portal Games, Reflexshop, Renegade Game Studios, Schwerkraft-Verlag, TLAMA games
Designer S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
Artist Mihajlo Dimitrievski

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Do I need the base game to play with these boards?
Yes, absolutely! These are additional player boards that integrate with the base game Architects of the West Kingdom.
How many players does this expansion support?
It adds the option to play with up to 5 players, but can also be used in games with fewer players to vary the available abilities.
Are the new abilities very complicated?
No, the abilities are quite straightforward and easy to grasp, adding an extra layer of strategy without significantly increasing the game's overall complexity.
What is the impact of these new abilities on the game?
They offer different ways to score and manage resources, encouraging new strategies and making each game more unique.
Where can I find this expansion?
As it was a Kickstarter promotional item, it might be a bit harder to find. It's worth checking specialized stores or the secondary market.