Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you already love Arcs and crave more depth, 'Leaders & Lore' is the perfect choice for fresh strategies and twists!
Highlights
- New asymmetric leaders
- More tactical strategies
- Unexpected game twists
- Deepens the narrative
- Enhanced replayability
Keep in mind
- Requires Arcs base game
- Adds complexity layer
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About the game
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Get ready to supercharge your Arcs sessions with the 'Leaders & Lore' pack! This fresh expansion, released in 2024, is designed for those who have mastered the base game and are looking to add more spice to their strategies and narrative. Forget monotony: the idea here is to inject even more twists and tougher decisions into both standalone games and the epic campaign. With 'Leaders & Lore', you'll uncover new layers of complexity and possibilities. The new Leaders bring unique abilities and tricky strategies to the board, making you rethink every move and interaction with other players. Meanwhile, the 'Lore' adds narrative elements and unexpected events that can turn the game upside down, ensuring each playthrough is a different adventure. If you enjoy a good sci-fi game with plenty of negotiation, area control, and plot twists, this expansion is a treat. It maintains the strategic essence of Arcs but elevates the experience with more tactical options and engaging stories. It's the perfect opportunity to deepen your immersion in the Arcs universe and explore paths you never imagined!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Families
Publisher
Leder Games, 2Tomatoes Games, CrowD Games, Fox in the Box, HIT Games, Matagot, MeepleBR, MS Edizioni, Portal Games, Spielworxx
Designer
Cole Wehrle, Joshua Yearsley
Artist
Kyle Ferrin
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What does the 'Leaders & Lore' pack add to the Arcs game?
It introduces new Leaders with unique abilities for the base game, offering asymmetric strategies. Additionally, it adds 'Lore' elements that bring twists and unexpected events to both standalone games and the campaign mode.
Do I need the Arcs base game to play this expansion?
Yes, 'Arcs: Leaders & Lore Pack' is an expansion and requires the Arcs base game to be played. It complements and enriches the original experience.
Does this expansion change the game's complexity?
Yes, it adds an extra layer of strategic complexity with the new Leaders and Lore twists, requiring more planning and adaptation from players.
How many players is this expansion for?
As an expansion for the Arcs base game, it supports the same number of players, from 2 to 4, maintaining the original dynamics of interaction and negotiation.
What is the average playtime with this expansion?
The expansion does not drastically alter the duration, so games should still fall within the 60 to 120-minute range, depending on the number of players and game mode (standalone or campaign).
Who will enjoy 'Leaders & Lore' the most?
Arcs fans looking for more strategic depth, player asymmetry, and narrative elements that make each game unique. If you enjoy space wargames with negotiation and variable player powers, this is a great addition.