# Catan: Core + China Map

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-4
- **Duration**: 75 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Klaus Teuber
- **Artists**: Michael Menzel, Michaela Kienle
- **Publishers**: Broadway Toys LTD, KOSMOS
- **Categories**: Animals, Dice, Economic, Industry / Manufacturing
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Hexagon Grid, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
If you're a Catan fan looking to explore different maps, this China-themed version is a cool pick! It brings a fresh feel with new rules without losing the game's core essence.New rules and mapExclusive themed miniaturesFamiliar Catan experienceAdds variety to base gameRequires Catan base gameAdditional rules can confuseRelies on dice luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to expand your domains in Catan with this package that combines the base game with a themed map of China! If you already enjoy the classic trading game, here the fun is guaranteed with an oriental twist. The objective remains the same: guide your settlers to dominate the island (or in this case, the Chinese map!), making smart trades and building what's necessary to accumulate victory points. But pay attention, China brings its own challenges and opportunities! Besides erecting villages and cities, you'll have the chance to connect your constructions to special monuments to gain extra points. And how about pleasing the Emperor? Sponsoring the construction of the Great Wall is another way to ensure your rise to glory and victory points. This version features exclusive Chinese building miniatures and adapted rules for the map, maintaining the essence of Catan that everyone loves, but with a new strategic layer. It's Catan with a different flavor, ideal for those seeking a family-friendly experience with a new scenario to explore and conquer. Perfect for playing with friends and family, where negotiation and dice luck go hand in hand, as always in Catan!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base Catan game to play this expansion?
Yes! This is an additional map that requires the Catan base game to be played.

### How many players can participate?
Just like the base Catan, this map is for 3 to 4 players.

### Does the playtime change much?
The estimated playtime is 75 minutes, similar to the base game. The new rules don't add significant complexity to the total time.

### Is it much harder than regular Catan?
The complexity is similar. The new mechanics of building the Great Wall and connecting to monuments add a strategic layer, but the game's foundation remains accessible.

### What are the main components included with this map?
Besides the China map board, you'll find exclusive Chinese building miniatures and specific rule cards.

### Is it worth it for someone who already owns many Catan expansions?
If you're looking for thematic variations and new ways to score within the Catan universe, it might be worth it for the novelty and the miniatures.