# Mansions of Madness: Second Edition – Path of the Serpent: Expansion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 8.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 120-180 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Amudha Venugopalan, Kara Centell-Dunk
- **Artists**: Cristi Balanescu
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Galakta, Galápagos Jogos, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames
- **Categories**: Adventure, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror, Miniatures, Murder / Mystery, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Modular Board, Role Playing, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Fans of cosmic horror and investigation will love this expansion!Epic new scenariosUnique character abilitiesHigh‑quality miniaturesLong playtimeApp/website requiredHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Mansions of Madness: Second Edition – Path of the Serpent: Expansion takes your team of investigators into the Amazon jungle, where ancient ruins and malevolent serpents await. The adventure unfolds over three brand‑new scenarios: "The Jungle Awakens," which starts in an exuberant Arkham garden; "Into the Dark," where the team assists a South American expedition; and "Lost Temple of Yig," which plunges you into a stone temple inhabited by serpent priests. Each scenario introduces new monsters and challenges, demanding that players use their investigative, combat, and puzzle‑solving skills to survive. The expansion adds four new characters: Leo Anderson, who eases movement between areas; Ursula Downs, who can move before or after exploring; Daniela Reyes, who gains bonuses when solving puzzles; and Norman Withers, who can read the skies for clues. The game retains the classic cooperative structure of Mansions of Madness, with modular board, dice rolling, hand management, and unique character powers. The blend of detailed miniatures, cosmic horror setting, and the need for teamwork makes this expansion an immersive and challenging experience for Lovecraft fans and investigation buffs alike. If you’ve enjoyed the base game, Path of the Serpent expands its universe with more mysteries, monsters, and strategies to save the world from the serpent.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
From 1 to 5 players, depending on the number of characters chosen.

### How long does a game last?
Between 120 and 180 minutes, depending on the scenario and player experience.

### Does the expansion work only with the base game?
Yes, you need the Mansions of Madness – Second Edition base to play the expansion.

### Do I need an app or website?
Yes, the expansion uses the official app or website to manage data and events.

### Do the new characters change the main mechanics?
Yes, each character brings a unique ability that affects movement, clue gathering, or puzzle solving.

### What is the difficulty level?
It is considered medium to high difficulty, with combat challenges and complex puzzles.

### Are the scenarios independent or connected?
Each scenario has its own story, but characters can carry clues between them.

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