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Our Verdict
If you're already a fan of Imperial Settlers and want another faction with a religious thematic twist and new mechanics, the Aztecs are a welcome addition! They bring an interesting freshness for those who have already mastered the base game.
Highlights
- Thematic and unique faction
- New religion mechanic
- Expands the game's universe
- Complements original factions
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Needs card translation
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Get ready to add a divine touch to your empire in Imperial Settlers: Aztecs! This expansion introduces the sixth faction to the game, immersing players in a world of Aztec prayers, blessings, and festivals. With new rules and a brand-new resource, the Aztecs seek the favor of the gods through temple construction and ceremonies. But religion isn't exclusive to them; other factions also gain the chance to invoke their own pantheons and integrate faith into their strategies. The package includes a new faction board, the Aztec deck, blessing tokens, and cards that boost the original factions, complementing the new additions. It's an expansion that adds an interesting layer of 'push your luck' with blessing actions, while maintaining the core resource management and empire-building essence that Imperial Settlers fans love. If you enjoy the series and want more diversity and a religious thematic touch, this is a sure bet. The complexity remains at the expected level for the series, requiring some adaptation to the new mechanics without overwhelming veteran players. Language dependency is moderate, so having translated cards or a good reference handy will greatly facilitate gameplay.
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Publisher
Portal Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Pegasus Spiele, Rexhry, White Goblin Games, Zvezda
Designer
Ignacy Trzewiczek
Artist
Roman Kucharski
Do I need the Imperial Settlers base game to play with the Aztecs?
Yes, absolutely! The Aztecs are an expansion and require the Imperial Settlers base game to be played.
How many players does this expansion support?
Just like the base game, the Aztecs are for 1 to 4 players.
Does the complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The complexity remains similar to the base game. The new faction and religion mechanics add a new layer, but they are well-integrated.
What comes in the box besides the Aztec cards?
The box includes a new faction board for the Aztecs, blessing tokens, and expansion cards for the original factions.
Is it easy to learn to play with the Aztecs?
For those already familiar with Imperial Settlers, the learning curve is smooth. The new mechanics are intuitive and fit well into the game's flow.
Do I need to translate the cards?
Language dependency is moderate. It is highly recommended to have the cards translated or a reference handy to speed up gameplay.