Mare Nostrum: Empires – Starting Heroes
Academy Games, Inc. · Board game · 2017
3–5 · best 5+
90–120 min
Weight 4.0/5
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BGG
7.0
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Ludopedia
7.8
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BGG
Our Verdict
Want to spice up Mare Nostrum: Empires? This expansion brings 6 new heroes to make the game even more interesting with more replayability!
Highlights
- New heroes for variety
- Distinct player powers
- Guaranteed replayability boost
- Easily accessible rules
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Replaces starting heroes
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If you're already into the empire-building and trading vibe of Mare Nostrum: Empires, get ready to amp things up with this expansion! It introduces six new heroes ready to join the race for the Mediterranean, replacing the original heroes and injecting fresh dynamics into the game. Think of figures like Alexander, Brutus, Khufu, and Xerxes, each with their own unique traits that will shake up your strategy. The extra rules for each hero are printed on the back of their respective tiles, making them easy to access and consult during gameplay. This expansion is perfect for those who want to replay Mare Nostrum: Empires with a different flavor, exploring new personalities and approaches to build their legacy. Players who enjoy asymmetric powers and seek a more varied experience will feel right at home. It's an addition that maintains the essence of the base game but adds that extra layer of complexity and replayability that strategy game fans love. Prepare your armies, trade wisely, and show who rules the Mare Nostrum!
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Does this expansion work on its own, or do I need the base game Mare Nostrum: Empires?
This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game Mare Nostrum: Empires to play with these new heroes.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 3 to 5 players.
What is the average playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the players' experience.
Do the new heroes make the game harder?
They add new strategic layers and might have more impactful abilities, but the overall complexity stays in the same range as the base game. The perceived difficulty can vary depending on the chosen hero and player interaction.
Do I have to use all 6 new heroes?
No! You choose which of the 6 new heroes you want to use to replace the original heroes. You can mix and match, use one new and one old, or just the new ones.
Are the hero rules complicated to learn?
The extra rules for each hero are printed on the back of their tiles, making quick reference during the game quite easy. They are designed to be integrated without much complication.
