Ever wondered what it would be like to play Gentes at a faster pace without sacrificing strategic depth? The "New Cities" mini‑expansion delivers just that: a lean pack that fits on your table in minutes but adds layers of tactics and twists. It comes in a 2017 advent calendar, giving it that limited‑edition charm. The set includes an action tile that instantly makes you the new player, eight bonus point tiles that award victory points more directly, four hometown tiles and six city tiles you can place on the board. Setup is simple: grab all city and hometown tokens, drop them face‑down, and start placing tiles in turn order. The new‑player tile grants a victory point immediately and, during the decline phase, becomes the new starting player. Bonus tiles are collected when you meet specific conditions and, each decline, you gain a point per tile you hold. Hometowns unlock new actions during the heyday phase, but only on your own turn and just once per turn. All of this keeps the game short—75 to 120 minutes—while making every session feel fresh. If you love Gentes and want a quick, bite‑size addition, this mini‑expansion is a solid pick to test new strategies without a full commitment.