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Our Verdict
If you're already a fan of 'Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North', this expansion is a Roman feast, bringing factions with very different mechanics and tons of replayability!
Highlights
- New asymmetrical Roman clans
- Innovative building mechanics
- More island cards
- Increases replayability
- Unique expansion strategies
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Adds complexity
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Prepare your legions! Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North – Roman Banners brings the glory of Rome to your tabletop. This expansion adds two brand-new Roman clans and a set of extra island cards, immersing you in new strategies and challenges. The Romans, known for their thirst for expansion, sailed far and wide in search of wealth and domains, and now their legions have their sights set on the territories of the Empires of the North.
With the Flavian and Trajana clans, the gameplay experience gains new layers. The Flavian clan is a master of rebuilding, transforming old structures into grander, more powerful edifices. The more you build, the easier it becomes to acquire new structures, introducing an interesting mechanic of building on foundations. The Trajana clan, on the other hand, is for adventurers, focused on territorial expansion. But beware: a constantly growing empire demands ever-increasing costs, so developing a solid economy is crucial to funding Trajana's ambitious plans.
In addition to the clans, the expansion also includes six new island cards (four nearby and two distant) with fresh abilities, further boosting the replayability of the base game. And to top it off, four new score tokens in the colors of the Roman clans are included to replace the original tokens, ensuring your table looks even more thematic and beautiful. If you're already a fan of Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North, this expansion is a treat to refresh your strategies and explore the power of the Roman Empire!
With the Flavian and Trajana clans, the gameplay experience gains new layers. The Flavian clan is a master of rebuilding, transforming old structures into grander, more powerful edifices. The more you build, the easier it becomes to acquire new structures, introducing an interesting mechanic of building on foundations. The Trajana clan, on the other hand, is for adventurers, focused on territorial expansion. But beware: a constantly growing empire demands ever-increasing costs, so developing a solid economy is crucial to funding Trajana's ambitious plans.
In addition to the clans, the expansion also includes six new island cards (four nearby and two distant) with fresh abilities, further boosting the replayability of the base game. And to top it off, four new score tokens in the colors of the Roman clans are included to replace the original tokens, ensuring your table looks even more thematic and beautiful. If you're already a fan of Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North, this expansion is a treat to refresh your strategies and explore the power of the Roman Empire!
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Publisher
Portal Games, Broadway Toys LTD, IELLO, Maldito Games, Pegasus Spiele, White Goblin Games, Zvezda
Designer
Joanna Kijanka
Artist
Roman Kucharski
What does Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North – Roman Banners add to the base game?
This expansion introduces two new Roman clans (Flavian and Trajana) with unique gameplay mechanics, plus six additional island cards and new score tokens for the base game.
Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, 'Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North – Roman Banners' is an expansion and requires the 'Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North' base game to be played.
What are the main differences between the Roman clans?
The Flavian clan focuses on rebuilding structures to make them more powerful, while the Trajana clan concentrates on territorial expansion, requiring more robust economic management to sustain its increasing costs.
Does this expansion increase the game's complexity?
Yes, by introducing new mechanics and strategies for the Roman clans, the expansion adds an extra layer of complexity and strategic depth to the base game.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the same player count as the base game, from 1 to 4 players, offering new options for all game modes.
Do the new islands significantly change the game?
The six new island cards bring never-before-seen abilities that increase scenario variety and replayability, offering new tactics and challenges in each game.