# Cthulhu Wars: Shaggai Map Expansion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Lincoln Petersen, Sandy Petersen
- **Publishers**: Petersen Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror, Miniatures
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy Cthulhu Wars and want a more chaotic and dynamic experience, this expansion is for you! The Shaggai map changes the game with its destruction-as-resource mechanic.Dynamic and destructible mapResource generation from ruinAlternative end-game triggerNew movement tacticsRequires translationDestruction can be frustratingAdded complexityFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for total annihilation with the Shaggai Map expansion for Cthulhu Wars! This beauty takes us to the home planet of the Insects of Shaggai, but don't expect a tropical paradise. The planet is in the midst of destruction by the Worms of Ghroth, horrendous creatures that leave a trail of oblivion in their wake. The map, with its hexagonal design reminiscent of the planet's insectoid nature, is a battlefield in constant ruin. Right from the start, a Worm of Ghroth appears, heralding disaster. As the game progresses, these worms devastate the areas they occupy, but here's a twist: destruction generates power! When one of your gates is annihilated, you gain an Elder Sign, and each unit lost in combat grants you one power point. Of course, losing a giant monster stings, but at least you have a chance to recover before the end arrives. Speaking of the end, if the planet deteriorates too much, the game can end prematurely, with victory decided by whoever accumulates the most Doom points and Elder Signs. Also, pay attention: you can even 'jump over' destroyed areas to move faster across the map, but this costs a unit. Think carefully about who to sacrifice to the hungry void! This expansion brings a unique dynamic where destruction is part of the strategy, and chaos becomes your ally. It's Cthulhu Wars with a touch of imminent and rewarding apocalypse!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Cthulhu Wars to play this expansion?
Yes, the Shaggai Map Expansion is an expansion and requires the Cthulhu Wars base game to be played.

### How many players does this expansion support?
Like the base game, this expansion is for 2 to 5 players.

### Does the expansion add new playable factions?
No, this expansion focuses on a new map and mechanics for the base game, without introducing new playable factions.

### Is the Shaggai map very different from the original maps?
Yes, the Shaggai map has a unique mechanic where areas are destroyed by the Worms of Ghroth, generating resources and significantly altering the game's flow.

### Are the new rules difficult to learn?
The core rules of the expansion revolve around the map destruction mechanic, which adds a strategic layer. For those already familiar with Cthulhu Wars, the adaptation is moderate, but it might require a little initial attention.

### Do I need to translate anything to play?
Yes, Ludopedia indicates 'Moderate Language Dependency,' suggesting that translating cards or using a reference sheet might be necessary.

### Does this expansion make the game longer or shorter?
The expansion can either lengthen or shorten the game. The destruction mechanic and the potential alternative end-game trigger can speed up the conclusion, but the new tactics and resource management might extend the match depending on player strategy.

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