# Arkham Horror: The Card Game – The Unspeakable Oath: Mythos Pack ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2017 - **BGG Rating**: 8.5 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 60-120 min - **Weight**: 3.64 / 5 - **Designers**: MJ Newman, Nate French - **Artists**: John Pacer - **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames - **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Collectible Components, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Horror, Novel-based - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Role Playing, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you're enjoying the journey of 'The Path to Carcosa', this Mythos Pack is essential for deepening the story and challenges within Arkham's asylum. Brace yourself for an extra dose of tension and mystery!Deepens the Carcosa campaignTense and immersive scenarioNew Patron cardsLearn from your mistakesRequires advanced EnglishBase game neededPart of a cycleHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Prepare for a deep dive into Arkham's asylum with 'The Unspeakable Oath', the second Mythos Pack in 'The Path to Carcosa' campaign. This expansion throws you straight into the bowels of a dark asylum, where locked doors, the constant feeling of Doubt, and the presence of Lunatics are just the beginning. As you unravel the macabre secrets hidden behind the walls, the scenario continues to expand the unique experience of Arkham Horror: The Card Game, blending RPG elements with strategic card gameplay. This expansion brings 24 new cards to your deck (two copies of 12 different types), including the opportunity to encounter influential Patrons and, most importantly, learn from the mistakes made in previous investigations. The game requires an advanced knowledge of English, as the amount of text on the cards is considerable. It's a crucial piece for anyone wanting to follow the 'The Path to Carcosa' campaign and delve even deeper into Lovecraftian mysteries, increasing complexity and tension with each playthrough. If you enjoy a good story, cooperative challenges, and a touch of psychological horror, this expansion is for you. Remember that this is a card pack and not a standalone game, requiring the base game to be played. ## FAQ ### Do I need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to play? Yes, 'The Unspeakable Oath' is a Mythos Pack and requires the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to be played. ### Which campaign is this pack part of? It is the second Mythos Pack in 'The Path to Carcosa' campaign. ### How many players can participate? This pack is for 1 to 4 players, just like the base game. ### What is the average playtime for this scenario? Typically, a Mythos Pack scenario takes between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on player experience and chosen difficulty. ### Is the game in English? Yes, this pack contains a significant amount of text on the cards and is English-dependent. Good proficiency in the language is required to play. ### What are 'Mythos Packs'? Mythos Packs are expansion packs that add new scenarios, player cards, and enemies, continuing the story and gameplay of the base game. ### What are the main themes explored in this scenario? The central themes are psychological horror, madness, mystery, and the exploration of a dark asylum, with RPG elements. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.47 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2224912&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/21116/arkham-horror-the-card-game-the-unspeakable-oath?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com