# Carcassonne: The Castle – Falcon Expansion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Klaus-Jürgen Wrede, Reiner Knizia
- **Artists**: Roman Kucharski
- **Publishers**: Hans im Glück, Nasza Księgarnia, Rio Grande Games
- **Categories**: City Building, Expansion for Base-game, Medieval, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, End Game Bonuses, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you enjoy Carcassonne: The Castle, this free P&P expansion is a gem! It adds more tactical options without overcomplicating things.More strategy in the duelExpands the base gameFree and easy to printRequires the base gameTwo-player onlyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
This free Print & Play expansion, created by Reiner Knizia and Klaus-Jürgen Wrede, brings new elements to the already excellent Carcassonne: The Castle, which focuses on two-player duels. The theme now includes the Prince's passion for falconry, adding falcon nests that players can exploit, and the arrival of religion, allowing for the construction of chapels. These new additions offer more strategic paths and challenges, enriching the already captivating dynamic of area control and construction dominance within the castle. The tile-placement mechanic remains the core of the game, but with these new options, players will need to think even harder about how to optimize their moves to dominate the board and secure victory. It's a great way to give the base game an extra boost, introducing elements that increase replayability without overcomplicating the rules. If you enjoy Carcassonne: The Castle and are looking for an extra touch of strategy and fun, this expansion is a perfect fit, and the best part: you can print and play it yourself!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Carcassonne: The Castle to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own Carcassonne: The Castle to use the new tiles and rules.

### How many players can participate?
This expansion, just like the base game Carcassonne: The Castle, is exclusively for 2 players.

### Is it difficult to print and assemble?
No, the Print & Play format is quite simple. You just need to print the sheets at home and cut out the pieces. There are many online tutorials if you need help.

### Does it significantly increase the game's complexity?
It doesn't become overly complex. The new mechanics (falcon nests and chapels) add more tactical options, but the learning curve remains smooth, keeping the fun quick.

### Is it worth downloading and printing?
If you already enjoy Carcassonne: The Castle and want to add an extra boost with new strategies without spending anything, it's definitely worth it!

### What is the average playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, around 30 minutes for two players.