Lords of Waterdeep: Rapid Expansion Promo Card

The "Rapid Expansion" promo card was handed out at GenCon 2013 and can be added to the Intrigue deck before play begins. It lets a player pay 5 gold, peek at the top five building cards, and play one of them for free, returning the others to the top of the deck. Although it was later included in the Scoundrels of Skullport expansion with new artwork, the original card can still be used to duplicate building presence in the game. In terms of mechanics, the card blends Open Drafting and Worker Placement: you choose one of the five visible buildings and place it immediately, bypassing the traditional worker placement that would normally require a worker. This quick effect can swing a turn, especially when you need a building slot for a long‑term plan. The card also incorporates a Take That element, as it can be used to block an opponent’s attempt to place a building in the same space. In short, it’s a utility card that offers flexibility and speed, but it requires 5 gold to activate. Its strategic use can be decisive in 60‑to‑120‑minute games with 2 to 5 players, keeping the Lords of Waterdeep experience even more dynamic.