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Our Verdict
If you're already a fan of Hyperborea and want to enhance your games, this promo pack is for you! It brings new cards and an extra hexagon to make things more interesting.
Highlights
- New strategic cards
- Adds a hexagon to the map
- More replayability
- Easy to integrate
Keep in mind
- It's a small expansion
- Requires the base game
- Hard to find
FOR GENRE FANS
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If you're a fan of Hyperborea and looking to spice up your futuristic civilization game, the Promo Set is your ticket! This little gem adds four new cards, each tied to a different deck (I, II, III, and IV), bringing fresh strategies and twists to your gameplay. Imagine how 'Long Journey' can alter your resource planning, or how 'Extortion' might disrupt your opponents' schemes. Alongside the cards, there's a brand-new central hexagon tile, featuring an island with gold ruins, adding a new point of interest and contention on the map. This promo was distributed at Essen Spiel 2014, making it a sought-after item for collectors and completionists. It doesn't drastically alter the base game's experience but adds that special touch fans appreciate to make matches more dynamic and unpredictable. It's a cool way to explore new tactics without overly complicating the existing rules. Ideal for those who have already mastered the base game and are seeking a bit more variety.
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Publisher
asmodee, Asterion Press, Marabunta, Yemaia
Designer
Andrea Chiarvesio, Pierluca Zizzi
Artist
Fabio Gorla, Federico Musetti, Miguel Coimbra, Roberto Pitturru
Do I need the base game Hyperborea to use these cards and the hexagon?
Absolutely! This is a promotional set that adds content to the base game Hyperborea, so it cannot be played on its own.
How many cards and new tiles come in this promo set?
The pack includes four new cards (one for each deck) and one additional central hexagon for the board.
Does this expansion significantly change the game's rules?
No, it adds new tactical options and a point of interest on the map, but the core rules of Hyperborea remain the same. It's more of a 'spice' than a revolution.
Is it difficult to find this promo set nowadays?
As it was distributed at a specific event (Essen Spiel 2014), it might be a bit harder to find in regular stores. It's usually found in the secondary market or among collectors.
Does it work for any player count of Hyperborea?
Yes, the cards and the hexagon are designed to work well across all player counts supported by the base game, adding strategic options for everyone.
What is the impact of these cards on the game's strategy?
The cards introduce new abilities and effects that can influence resource management, combat, and territorial expansion, encouraging players to adapt their tactics.