Cthulhu Wars: Daemon Sultan

Petersen Games · Board game · 2023
2–5 90–120 min
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7.5 rating BGG
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7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're already a fan of Cthulhu Wars and crave more cosmic madness with unique powers, the Daemon Sultan is a worthy addition. Get ready for a different strategic challenge!

Highlights
  • Three unique Great Old Ones
  • Intriguing asymmetric powers
  • New area control tactics
  • Amazing thematic miniatures
Keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve
  • Requires Cthulhu Wars base game
  • Starts with no units on map
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About the game
Prepare to invoke the power of the Daemon Sultan! This expansion for Cthulhu Wars throws you straight into the chaos with a unique faction that brings THREE Great Old Ones to the battlefield: Thesis, Antithesis, and Synthesis. They are its avatars, each with interconnected costs and abilities, forming a powerful and complex package. And don't forget their larval forms, which require the spawn to awaken their masters!

The Daemon Sultan arrives with a full arsenal: 3 Great Old Ones, 6 Monsters (Larvae), 3 Chaos Gates, a high priest, a dark demon, six acolytes, and brain cylinder miniatures, plus tokens. The catch is that this faction starts with no units on the map, requiring you to carefully plan every move. The Daemon Sultan's spellbooks function like those in the base game, being single-use per full action phase – optimizing their use is key to victory. Oh, and these terrifying constructs can displace and destroy ordinary Gates, adding an extra layer of tactics and destruction to the game. If you enjoy Cthulhu Wars and crave more cosmic madness with asymmetric powers and a touch of complex strategy, this expansion is for you!
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Game: Cthulhu Wars Players: Expansions Changing Player Count Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Petersen Games
Designer Sandy Petersen
Artist Kent Burles
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the Cthulhu Wars base game to play with the Daemon Sultan?
Yes! The Daemon Sultan is an expansion faction, so you need to own the Cthulhu Wars base game to use it.
How many players does this expansion support?
The Daemon Sultan is a faction that fits into the 2-5 player games of Cthulhu Wars, without changing the total player count.
Is the Daemon Sultan an easy faction to learn?
Not exactly. With three interconnected Great Old Ones and the mechanic of starting with no units, it presents a strategic challenge that might require a few games to master.
What kind of components come in this expansion?
You'll find miniatures for 3 Great Old Ones, 6 monsters (Larvae), 3 Chaos Gates, a high priest, a demon, 6 acolytes, brain cylinder miniatures and tokens, as well as spellbooks.
Does this expansion significantly change the game's dynamic?
Yes, the Daemon Sultan faction introduces a unique dynamic with its multiple Great Old Ones and the strategy of starting with no units on the map, plus the ability to interact with gates differently.
Is this expansion recommended for Cthulhu Wars beginners?
Probably not. Due to its complexity and unique powers, it's better suited for players who are already familiar with the base game mechanics and are looking for a new challenge.