# Darwin's Journey: Great Ship

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Nestore Mangone, Simone Luciani
- **Publishers**: ThunderGryph Games, Portal Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Travel
- **Mechanics**: Worker Placement

## Verdict
If you already enjoy Darwin's Journey and want to add a little extra spice to your expeditions, this mini-expansion with ship cards is a welcome addition!Helpful ship cardsAdds extra strategyEasy to integrateIncreases replayabilityOnly 11 cardsSituational benefitsFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Darwin's journey gets even more interesting with the "Great Ship" mini-expansion! If you enjoy "Darwin's Journey" and want to upgrade your expeditions, this one is for you. It includes 11 ship cards that bring a fresh breath to the game, offering cool advantages that can help you collect more specimens, optimize your actions, or even speed up your research progress. These cards are designed to give that strategic boost, without overcomplicating the rules you already know and love. 

Originally included in the "Collector's Edition" and available as a nice extra on Kickstarter for those who backed only the base game, these cards are a treat for fans who want more options and an extra touch of customization in their scientific journeys. They integrate perfectly with the main game, adding an interesting layer of decision-making without overwhelming the player. Think of them as extra tools in your naturalist kit, ready to be used at the right moment to secure that crucial discovery or complete your objectives faster. It's a small expansion in size, but with the potential to make a noticeable difference in your gameplay experience, making each game of "Darwin's Journey" even more unique and rewarding. If you're looking for an easy way to add more strategy and variety to your "Darwin's Journey", the "Great Ship" is a sure bet!

## FAQ
### Does this expansion significantly change the rules of Darwin's Journey?
No, this is a mini-expansion focused on adding 11 ship cards that offer specific benefits. It complements the base game without altering the core mechanics.

### How many players can use these cards?
The ship cards can be used by all players (1-4), each seeking the best way to leverage the benefits they offer in their strategies.

### Do I need the base game Darwin's Journey to use these cards?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion and requires the base game "Darwin's Journey" to be played.

### Are the ship cards difficult to understand?
Not at all! They are quite straightforward and easy to integrate into your strategy, adding interesting options without complicating gameplay.

### Does this expansion add much complexity to the game?
No, the complexity remains similar to the base game. The cards add another layer of tactical decision-making, but the learning curve is minimal.

### Is it worth it for someone who isn't a hardcore fan of Darwin's Journey?
If you enjoy the base game and want a bit more variety and strategic options without a significant time or complexity investment, then yes, it's worth it. For casual players, it can be an interesting extra.