# Cthulhu Wars: Tcho-Tcho

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 3.60 / 5
- **Designers**: Sandy Petersen
- **Artists**: Tim Prow
- **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 Cthulhu Wars and want a faction that messes with opponents' heads, the Tcho-Tchos are the perfect fit! They bring a different playstyle, full of tricks and unique interactions.Unique player interactionHigh priest focusEarly power strategyControl potentialRequires base gameCan be fragileTranslation dependentFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to add an extra dose of cosmic weirdness to your Cthulhu Wars with the Tcho-Tcho expansion! These folks are different: a human tribe that, despite being ethically questionable, is physically advanced and loves to meddle with other players by worshipping their Great Old Ones. Unlike most, their own Great Old One, Ubbo-Sathla, is more of a tool than an object of worship. What really stands out about the Tcho-Tchos is their access to THREE high priests! This not only speeds up your game but comes with two spellbooks focused on them, "Hierophants" and "Martyrdom," which provide an extra boost. They also have a peculiar way of interacting with other players, using "Tablet of the Gods" and "Idolatry" to leech off others' resources and "Soulless" to make their cultists less appealing to capture. Defensively, they can be a bit fragile at first, but who wants to attack an area full of high priests, right? If the enemy sends only "riff-raff," your Proto-Shoggoths (especially with the "Terror" spell) can handle them. The big advantage is that you spend zero power on your Great Old One at the start, freeing up a ton of points to build gates, capture areas, or even send cultists to harass opponents. It's an expansion that brings a unique and strategic flavor for those who already master the base game.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base Cthulhu Wars game to play with the Tcho-Tcho expansion?
Absolutely! This expansion adds a new faction to the base game, so you need to own the original Cthulhu Wars to use the Tcho-Tchos.

### How many players does this expansion support?
The Tcho-Tcho expansion is for 2 to 5 players, just like the base game. It introduces a new faction to vary the player combinations.

### What makes the Tcho-Tchos different from other factions?
They stand out by having access to three high priests from the start and by using spells that directly interact with other players, either to hinder them or to protect themselves from attacks.

### Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The overall complexity of Cthulhu Wars remains similar, but the Tcho-Tchos introduce new mechanics and strategies that require a good understanding of the rules and player interactions to be used effectively.

### What is the average playtime with the Tcho-Tcho expansion?
Playtime remains around 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the game and the new faction.

### Are the components good quality?
Yes, Cthulhu Wars is known for its impressive miniatures and high-quality components. The Tcho-Tcho expansion follows this standard, featuring detailed miniatures for the new faction.

### Is this expansion recommended for someone new to Cthulhu Wars?
It might not be ideal for your very first game. The Tcho-Tchos have more specific and interactive mechanics, making them more suitable for players who are already familiar with the base game and want to explore new strategies.

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