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FOR GENRE FANS
Love history and expansions that add flavor without overcomplicating things? Then the Carnatic Wars are for you!
Highlights
- Adds new colonies and cards
- Engaging historical scenario
- Easily expands base game
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Focuses on a specific conflict
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to relive a piece of history with the 'Carnatic Wars' expansion for Colonial 1700-1800! If you enjoy diving into conflicts that shaped empires and power struggles, this is your chance. This expansion throws you right into the Carnatic Wars, a turbulent period between 1746 and 1763, where Great Britain and France fought for hegemony in India. And the best part: you only need the base game Colonial 1700-1800 to join this fray, no need for other complicated add-ons.
With this expansion, the game board comes alive with 8 new colonies for you to explore and dominate. Additionally, the game brings 2 exclusive scenario cards, which will guide you through specific missions and objectives of this historical period. To spice up the battles even further, you'll also receive 3 battle cards, ready to decide who comes out on top in the confrontations. And to add that final strategic touch, 3 standard cards for the political board are included, allowing for new plays and crucial decisions. It's the perfect opportunity to expand your base game and add a layer of historical and tactical depth, exploring a fascinating chapter of colonial history. Prepare your troops, plot your strategies, and fight for control of the Indian subcontinent!
With this expansion, the game board comes alive with 8 new colonies for you to explore and dominate. Additionally, the game brings 2 exclusive scenario cards, which will guide you through specific missions and objectives of this historical period. To spice up the battles even further, you'll also receive 3 battle cards, ready to decide who comes out on top in the confrontations. And to add that final strategic touch, 3 standard cards for the political board are included, allowing for new plays and crucial decisions. It's the perfect opportunity to expand your base game and add a layer of historical and tactical depth, exploring a fascinating chapter of colonial history. Prepare your troops, plot your strategies, and fight for control of the Indian subcontinent!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game 'Colonial 1700-1800' to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! 'Carnatic Wars' is an expansion and works alongside the Colonial 1700-1800 base game.
Does this expansion add many new rules or is it more content-focused?
It focuses on adding new content, like colonies and cards, to enrich the base game experience, without introducing a lot of complex new rules.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 5 players.
What is the estimated playtime with this expansion?
The playtime will depend on the base game and the chosen scenario, but it generally stays within the original game's time range.
Is this expansion necessary if I already have the 'Great Battles add-on'?
No, this expansion is designed to work with the base game without requiring the 'Great Battles add-on'.
What kind of historical conflict does this expansion portray?
It focuses on the Carnatic Wars, a period of struggle for hegemony in India between Great Britain and France from 1746 to 1763.
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