# Dwellings of Eldervale: Shapeshifter

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2022
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5
- **Duration**: 30-150 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Luke Laurie
- **Publishers**: Breaking Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Miniatures, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Map Addition, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
A tactical upgrade you need if you want more flexibility in Eldervale.Super versatile Mimic abilityHigh-quality miniatureAdds strategic depthRequires the base gameHigh opportunity costRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're already a resident of Eldervale, you know that mercenaries can turn the tide of a battle. But now, the game has leveled up with the arrival of the Shapeshifter! This expansion introduces an extremely versatile ally that will keep your opponents on their toes. The standout feature here is the 'Mimic' ability, which allows you to 'borrow' the ability of any of your other units (except for building). It's like having a tactical joker in your hand right when you need it most!

The Shapeshifter is introduced as an optional unit, just like the other mercenaries in the base game. You can hire them using either Gold or Orbs. If you choose Gold, the mercenary stays with you until your next Regroup action; if you use an Orb, they are yours for the rest of the game. It's a heavy strategic choice: do you spend a precious resource for incredible flexibility, or do you save up and stick to your original plan?

It's worth noting that in older editions and the Kickstarter campaign, the Shapeshifter was a hidden secret tucked away in the box, but now it comes ready in its own expansion pack with a high-quality 50mm miniature. This isn't a standalone game; it's a complement that adds that extra layer of unpredictability that every great strategy game craves. If you're looking for more tactical options and want to break the rigidity of your standard units, the Shapeshifter is your new best friend on the battlefield.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, absolutely! Shapeshifter is an expansion and only works within the rules and universe of Dwellings of Eldervale.

### What makes the Shapeshifter so special?
The magic is in the 'Mimic' ability. It can copy your other units' abilities, providing massive tactical flexibility.

### How many players can use it?
It works perfectly in any 1-5 player setup, provided you have the base game.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! If you already know the base game, learning how to hire and use the Shapeshifter takes just a few minutes.

### What's included in the box?
You get a 50mm miniature, a standee, and the corresponding Shapeshifter card.

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