# Arkham Horror: The Card Game – The Path to Carcosa: Investigator Expansion ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2022 - **BGG Rating**: 8.8 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: — - **Weight**: 3.83 / 5 - **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Galápagos Jogos, Hobby World - **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game ## Verdict If you want to dive into the madness of 'The King in Yellow' in Arkham Horror LCG, this expansion is your passport to insanity, gathering all player cards from 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle in an organized way.All player cards from cycleConvenient organization for collectorsDeep cosmic horror immersionEssential for new playersConvenient repackagingNo new content includedOnly player cardsRequires base gameRECOMMENDED ## Description Get ready to revisit cosmic horror with 'Arkham Horror: The Card Game – The Path to Carcosa: Investigator Expansion'! This gem is a repackaging of the original 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle, bringing all the player card content you need to dive deep into the mysteries of The King in Yellow. If you're already a fan of Arkham Horror LCG, you know each cycle is a unique journey, and this one is no different. Here, you'll find all the investigator cards that were released in 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle, ready to build your decks and face the lurking horrors. The story is an invitation to madness: the impending performance of 'The King in Yellow' has been the talk of the town, but further research reveals a sinister trail of disappearances, suicides, and delusions. Wherever the play is performed, insanity closely follows. Although no formal connection has been proven, the truth is out there, waiting to be uncovered by you and your fellow investigators. This expansion is perfect for those who want to jump into 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle without having to hunt down individual mythos packs, or for those who want all the player cards organized in a single box. It's important to note that for veterans who already own all the original 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle content, this expansion offers no new cards or content. It's a more accessible and organized way to acquire the player cards from this specific cycle. So, if you're ready to unravel the secrets behind The King in Yellow and confront the impending madness, this expansion is your portal to the darkness. ## How to Play Goal of the Game This is an investigator expansion for Arkham Horror: The Card Game. The main objective of this expansion is to provide a set of investigator cards and player cards that can be used to build or enhance investigator decks for any scenario or campaign from the base game. Setup Consult the manual for details regarding this section. Gameplay Flow Consult the manual for details regarding this section. Actions and How to Play Detailed below are the specific mechanics and restrictions introduced or detailed in this expansion: Lola Hayes' Rule As an actress, Lola Hayes has the ability to take on different roles. At the start of each scenario, after investigators have drawn their starting hands, she must choose a role from: Neutral, Guardian, Seeker, Rogue, Mystic, or Survivor. Usage Restriction: Lola Hayes can only play cards, commit cards to skill tests, or activate abilities of cards that are Neutral or match the class of her chosen role. Note: This restriction applies only to player cards. Encounter cards or weakness cards are not affected. Additionally, Constant and Forced abilities remain active even if the card's class does not match Lola's role. The "Exile" Mechanic Some player cards have the instruction to be exiled when used. When a card is exiled, it is removed from play and returned to the collection. In campaigns: If a card has been exiled, the investigator must re-acquire it with experience points between scenarios so that it can return to their deck. ## FAQ ### What exactly comes in this expansion? This expansion brings all the player cards from 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle for Arkham Horror: The Card Game, repackaged in a single box for your convenience. These include investigator cards, skills, assets, and events. ### Do I need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to play? Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion and, as such, requires the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to be played. It adds more options and depth but does not function on its own. ### Is this expansion for new or veteran players? It's perfect for new players who want to get into 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle in an organized way. For veterans who already own all the original content from the cycle, there are no new cards here, so it's more of a collector's item or for those who missed something. ### What's the difference between this and the 'Campaign Expansion' for the same cycle? Good question! This 'Investigator Expansion' focuses solely on player cards (investigators, skills, etc.). The 'Campaign Expansion' for 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle is where you'll find the scenario and campaign cards, meaning the story and challenges you'll face. ### How many players can use the content of this expansion? The player cards in this expansion can be used by 1 to 4 players, following the standard rules of the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game. They expand deck-building options for everyone. ### Is 'The King in Yellow' theme scary? Absolutely! 'The Path to Carcosa' cycle is known for its atmosphere of psychological horror and insanity, inspired by the work of Robert W. Chambers. 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