# Cthulhu Wars: Library at Celaeno Map

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 4.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Sandy Petersen
- **Artists**: Arnaud Bellier, David Drage
- **Publishers**: Green Eye Games, Petersen Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Horror, Miniatures
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love cosmic horror and miniatures, you'll love this expansion that brings a breathtaking map and new tension mechanics.Silence tokens for strategic actionBook management that affects narrativeArea movement mechanics well integratedRequires attention to rule detailsThe Custodian can be unpredictableHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
The *Library at Celaeno Map* expansion brings a fresh scenario to the already epic *Cthulhu Wars*. Set in the colossal alien structure of the Hyades, the map features two iconic figures: the Librarian and the Custodian. Players start with spellbooks, but the main goal is to build Gates that grant extra powers in the form of additional spellbooks. However, managing these books is crucial: if you lose control of a Special Collection, the book becomes overdue and the terrifying Librarian begins to haunt you. The Custodian, on the other hand, cleans chambers by moving units to the Oubliette—a space that, over the course of the game, tends to fill with enemy troops, sparking unexpected clashes. The Librarian can only be activated when a player has an overdue book, but it can deal significant damage; the good news is that returning the book mitigates the threat, though not entirely. The expansion also introduces Silence tokens, which trigger special actions, including moving the Custodian, the Librarian, and activating unique library books. Mechanics such as Action Points, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, and Variable Player Powers combine to create a tense, strategic experience where every choice can lead to victory or cosmic disaster. If you love horror, miniatures, and strategic decisions with a Lovecraftian twist, *Library at Celaeno Map* will keep you glued to the table for nearly 90 minutes of pure adrenaline and terror.

## FAQ
### How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion works for 2 to 5 players, keeping the same range as the base game.

### What is the typical game duration with the expansion?
The playtime stays around 90 minutes, similar to the base game's length.

### What new components are added?
A new map, two figures (Librarian and Custodian), Silence tokens, extra spellbooks, and specific miniature pieces.

### Does the expansion change the learning curve?
Yes, it adds book management and Silence token rules, requiring extra attention but not overly complex.

### Who is this expansion recommended for?
For Lovecraft fans, miniature enthusiasts, and players who enjoy strategic decisions with narrative impact.

### How does the Oubliette mechanic work?
The Oubliette is an area where units are moved by the Custodian; over the game, it tends to fill with enemy troops, sparking unexpected clashes.

### Who uses the Silence tokens?
They are used to trigger special actions, including moving the Custodian, the Librarian, and activating special library books.

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