Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa

Fantasy Flight Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2016
1–8 · best 4 Solo 120–240 min Weight 3.1/5
8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
How to Play Buy · from US$ 22.99
8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you're an Eldritch Horror fan unafraid of a deeper dive into madness, Signs of Carcosa is a perfect fit. Get ready for more chaos and tough decisions!

Highlights
  • More cosmic insanity and horror
  • New Ancient One: Hastur, the King in Yellow
  • Four brand-new investigators
  • Lots of new Encounter cards
  • Increases replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires the Eldritch Horror base game
  • May increase game length
  • More rules to learn
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Get ready to dive even deeper into cosmic madness with Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa! This expansion brings a new level of terror and insanity to your games, inspired by the unsettling 'Cassilda’s Song' from The King in Yellow. The gibbous moon shines strangely as artists and poets are consumed by a macabre obsession, creating works that whisper arcane secrets and prepare for the arrival of the Unspeakable One. His twisted city tears through dimensions, and human sanity drains away with each passing moment, transforming even your allies into unpredictable threats, with eyes reflecting evil stars and knives in hand. No matter if you're on the bustling streets of Tokyo or in the uncharted jungles of Africa, the choice between protecting your loved ones or saving the world will be a constant, and painful, reality.

Signs of Carcosa introduces Hastur, the King in Yellow, as a new Ancient One, whose awakening promises to spread unprecedented discord and madness. To face this abomination from Aldebaran, four new investigators join your team, each with their own abilities to try and stem the tide of horror. The expansion also comes packed with new Encounter cards, ensuring that fresh and terrifying adventures emerge in every corner of the globe. Furthermore, a vast array of new Condition, Spell, Asset, Artifact, and Mythos cards will drag you into an abyss of fear and insanity, making every game of Eldritch Horror even more unpredictable and challenging. If you already loved the dense atmosphere and challenge of Eldritch Horror, this expansion is a one-way dive into the heart of darkness!

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Rules manual — Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa English · PDF
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Best player count

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1–8 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 OK
6 OK
7 OK
8 OK

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Game details

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Game: Eldritch Horror Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games) Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Galápagos Jogos, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames
Designer Corey Konieczka, Nikki Valens
Artist Cristi Balanescu

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa?
It's an expansion for the cooperative board game Eldritch Horror, adding a new Ancient One (Hastur), four new investigators, and many new Encounter, Condition, Spell, Asset, Artifact, and Mythos cards, intensifying the cosmic horror experience.
Do I need the Eldritch Horror base game to play this expansion?
Yes, Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa is an expansion and requires the Eldritch Horror base game to be played. It is not a standalone game.
How many players can play with this expansion and what's the game time?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, from 1 to 8 players. The game time also remains in the range of 120 to 240 minutes, but might extend slightly due to the additional content and complexity.
What is the complexity level of this expansion?
The expansion adds more layers of rules and events, making the game slightly more complex than the base game. It has a BGG weight of 3.0968/5, indicating a medium to high complexity game, ideal for experienced players or those who have mastered the base game.
What are the main highlights of Signs of Carcosa?
The main highlights are the introduction of Hastur, the King in Yellow, as an Ancient One who spreads insanity and discord, the addition of new investigators with unique abilities, and a vast amount of new cards that increase the game's variety and replayability.
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It is highly recommended for fans of Eldritch Horror who are looking for more content, challenges, and an even deeper immersion into the Lovecraftian universe. If you enjoy cooperative games with strong narrative, cosmic horror, and sanity management, this expansion is for you.