# Colonial 1700-1800: Great Battles

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 6.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5
- **Duration**: —
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: Juegos Mosquete
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game

## Verdict
Love historical battles and want more action in Colonial 1700-1800? This expansion brings a brand-new scenario mode and the USA to play!New historical scenariosUSA faction playableExpands the base gameThemed componentsRequires base gameMay need other expansionsFull experience with more factionsHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to relive the great colonial wars of the 18th century with "Colonial 1700-1800: Great Battles"! This expansion introduces a brand-new scenario mode and five historical situations for you to recreate epic conflicts. And the big news is the inclusion of the United States as a playable faction, ready to join the fray!

With this add-on, you'll add 21 new colonies, 34 battle cards, and 10 scenario cards to your base game. There's also a new mini-board focused on Oceania, featuring native ally cards, colonies, and specific objectives. For the Americans, you get 17 battle cards, 2 unique tactic cards, control markers, coins, and even their own dice, plus a dedicated player board. Remember: "Great Battles" doesn't work on its own; you NEED the "Colonial 1700-1800" base game to play.

Some scenarios may require components from other expansions, such as Spain, Portugal, or the Netherlands. For a complete and immersive experience in colonial battles, having all five factions from the base game is highly recommended. If you enjoy history, strategy, and want to expand your "Colonial 1700-1800" with new challenges and a brand-new faction, this expansion is for you!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game "Colonial 1700-1800" to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! "Great Battles" is an add-on and cannot be played on its own. You need the base game to use the new components and scenarios.

### How many players can participate with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is 1 to 5 players. The scenario mode might offer different experiences depending on the number of players.

### What are the main new components?
The expansion adds a scenario mode with 5 historical scenarios, a new faction (United States) with exclusive cards and markers, plus new colonies and battle cards.

### Is this expansion standalone?
No, not at all. It is strictly an expansion and requires the "Colonial 1700-1800" base game to be played.

### Do some scenarios require other expansions?
Yes, some specific scenarios might require components from other expansions, such as those for Spain, Portugal, or the Netherlands, to be played fully.

### Is it worth buying if I only have the base game?
If you enjoy the base game and want more scenario variety and a new faction to explore, it's definitely worth it! The experience becomes much richer.

### What is the estimated playtime with this expansion?
Playtime can vary significantly depending on the chosen scenario and the number of players, but it generally stays within the range of the base game, possibly a bit longer for complex scenarios.