# Lost Ruins of Arnak: The Missing Expedition ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 8.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 30-120 min - **Weight**: 3.22 / 5 - **Designers**: Elwen, Mín - **Artists**: Jakub Politzer, Jiří Kůs, Milan Vavroň, Ondřej Hrdina, Roman Bednář, Štěpán Drašťák - **Publishers**: Czech Games Edition (CGE), Cranio Creations, Devir, DiceTree Games, Gémklub, Hobby Japan, IELLO, Lord of Boards, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., White Goblin Games - **Categories**: Adventure, Ancient, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Travel - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Open Drafting, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement ## Verdict A must-have for base game fans looking to turn their experience into a narrative journey. The campaign mode is the real winner here!Dynamic campaign with variable rulesNew leaders introduce fresh strategiesSeamless integration with the base gameExcellent solo play supportRequires the base game to playModerate language dependency for cardsHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Pack your bags and tighten your boots, because the adventure in Arnak just got a massive upgrade! In 'The Missing Expedition', the mystery shifts: what exactly happened to Professor Kutil and the group of explorers who vanished without a trace? To find out, you'll need more than just luck; you'll need sharp strategy and perhaps a few new allies. This expansion is incredibly versatile. If you prefer to keep things simple, you can just mix the new components into the base game. You'll get two new leaders with fresh abilities, new research tracks to deepen your knowledge, and a variety of new artifacts, items, and assistants to supercharge your expedition. It's the perfect upgrade for those who already love Arnak's gameplay loop and crave more decision-making layers. However, the real star of the show is the campaign mode. For those who love a good story, the expansion offers a cooperative journey (solo or for two players) split into six chapters. Forget monotony: each chapter introduces its own set of rules, goals, and achievements, turning the experience into something dynamic where every mission feels like a brand-new challenge. It's like playing several mini-games integrated into one grand rescue story. Keep in mind that, as an expansion, you'll need the 'Lost Ruins of Arnak' base game to play. The great news is that it's fully compatible with the 'Expedition Leaders' expansion, so you can stack them all to create the ultimate exploration experience. If you enjoy meticulous planning, deck management, and the adrenaline of discovering the unknown, this addition is a must-have for your collection. ## How to Play Objective of the Game In The Missing Expedition expansion for Lost Ruins of Arnak, players explore new temples, encounter mysterious events, and utilize unique leader abilities to uncover secrets. The expansion offers two modes: a standard game (1–4 players) or a campaign (solo/co-op). In both, players compete to earn the most points by researching, discovering sites, and using artifacts. The game ends after a set number of rounds, and the player with the highest score wins. Preparation (Setup) Standard Game Setup Mix new site tiles, encounter cards, and idols with the base game components (except in the campaign). Add the new research tracks (Waterfall Temple or Tree Temple) to the board. If using Expedition Leaders (Mechanic or Journalist), replace player boards and starting cards with their unique components. For simple leaders (base game only), use the alternate starting cards on page 10. Place waterfall tiles or hidden sites as specified by the chosen temple. Campaign Setup Keep expansion components separate. Follow the campaign book chapter-by-chapter. Flow of the Game The game follows the base rules of Lost Ruins of Arnak, with these additions: New Sites: Some sites trigger encounter cards when activated. Leader Abilities: The Journalist writes articles, while the Mechanic builds a machine with widgets. Temple Effects: The Waterfall Temple hides a site, while the Tree Temple offers idol chambers. Each round, players take turns performing actions, then refresh cards and prepare for the next round. Actions and How to Play New Leader Abilities Journalist: Write articles at sites by paying travel costs. Publish articles on newspaper tiles for bonuses (e.g., resources, idol slots). Mechanic: Rotate the machine wheel to activate silver/gold widget effects. Add gold widgets in rounds I, III, and V. Encounter Cards When drawn from a site, choose one effect: Resolve immediately (left option) and discard. Keep for later use (right option), then discard after activating. Temple-Specific Rules Waterfall Temple: Hidden site revealed when magnifying glass reaches it. Notebook bypasses the site via a shortcut. Tree Temple: Place idols in chambers for rewards. Draw from face-down idol stacks when notebook reaches a chamber. End of Game and Scoring The game ends after the final round (as per base rules). Points are earned from: Research tracks (including new temple tiles). Published articles (Journalist) or machine widgets (Mechanic). Idols, artifacts, and guardians. The player with the highest total wins. In solo/co-op, compare to the rival’s score. Tips for Winning Plan idol slots: Expedition Leaders can use blue idol slots out of order for unique effects. Prioritize encounter cards: Some offer powerful delayed actions—save them for critical turns. Use temple shortcuts: The Waterfall Temple’s hidden site and Tree Temple’s idol chambers can provide key advantages. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção. ## FAQ ### Do I need another expansion to play this? No, you only need the base game. It's compatible with 'Expedition Leaders', but it's not required. ### Is the campaign mode too long? It consists of six chapters. Duration varies, but each mission is focused and dynamic, perfect for those who love narrative progression. ### Can I play it solo? Yes! The campaign is specifically designed for solo or two-player cooperative play. ### Does it increase the game's complexity significantly? If you've mastered the base game, the learning curve is smooth. Complexity increases mainly in the campaign due to chapter-specific rules. ### What's new for the competitive mode? 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