Heroes of Land, Air & Sea: Siege Engines Mini-Expansion

Gamelyn Games · Board game · 2018
1–4 Solo 120–180 min Weight 3.5/5
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
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8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love miniatures and crave more tactical action in your game, this add‑on will get you pumped!

Highlights
  • Variety of siege engines
  • Classic mechanics blended
  • Intense strategic action
  • Expanded miniature experience
Keep in mind
  • Requires full translation
  • Only Kickstarter available
  • Longer playtime
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Heroes of Land, Air & Sea: Siege Engines Mini‑Expansion adds six new siege engines that fit seamlessly into the tactical and strategic universe of the base game. Each of the three categories – catapults, ballistas, and fire towers – comes with two copies, totaling 12 sturdy miniature pieces, along with cards that detail abilities and special effects. The high‑quality game material, featuring wooden and plastic components, preserves the medieval and war aesthetic that fans love. The content expands worker placement options and influences the area majority mechanic, letting players choose between deploying a worker to a siege tower or using bet cards to gain an edge. The expansion also introduces a new layer of bluffing: when using attack cards, you can force an opponent to reveal or discard resources, creating tension and unexpected twists. In terms of time, the game remains in the 120‑180‑minute range, but the addition of new pieces and cards can increase complexity and strategic depth, requiring attention to details like positioning and timing. For those who already master the base game and seek new ways to enrich the campaign, the expansion offers additional challenges, but it does require the group to be comfortable with the original language, as the instructions and cards are in English. If you have access to Kickstarter or the official site, you can buy the pieces directly; otherwise, availability may be limited. In short, the Siege Engines Mini‑Expansion adds tactical variety, new bluffing opportunities, and an extra layer of strategy that promises to keep players engaged for hours.

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1–4 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Heroes of Land, Air & Sea Mechanism: 4X
Publisher Gamelyn Games
Designer Scott Almes
Artist Adam P. McIver, Chad Hoverter, Ian Rosenthaler

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can use this expansion?
It keeps the original 1‑to‑4 player range, but at least 2 players are recommended to fully enjoy the new worker placement mechanics.
How long does a game last with the expansion?
The game remains between 120 and 180 minutes, potentially a bit longer due to the added pieces and cards.
Is the expansion compatible with all editions of the base game?
Yes, it works with any edition that uses the same miniature and worker‑placement rule set.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the cards and instructions are in English; a full translation is required for non‑English speakers.
Where can I purchase the expansion?
It was initially available on Kickstarter and can be bought directly from Gamelyn Games’ website or at game conventions.
Does the expansion add new rules to the base game?
No, it only adds pieces and cards that fit into the existing rules, without changing the core gameplay.