# Mice and Mystics: Needle Rapier ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2012 - **BGG Rating**: 7.4 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 - **Duration**: 120 min - **Weight**: 2.67 / 5 - **Designers**: Jerry Hawthorne - **Artists**: JJ Ariosa - **Publishers**: Plaid Hat Games, CrowD Games, Cube Factory of Ideas, Ediciones MasQueOca, Filosofia Éditions, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Pegasus Spiele, Raven Distribution - **Categories**: Adventure, Dice, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures - **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Role Playing, Storytelling, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you've already fallen in love with the little mice's adventures in Mice and Mystics, the Needle Rapier expansion is a must-have to boost your game sessions!Expands the base experienceAdds unique challengesFocus on cooperation and storyNew cards and tacticsHigh language dependencyRequires the base gameFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Get ready for more adventures in the Mice and Mystics universe with the Needle Rapier expansion! This little gem brings more excitement for those who already enjoy the antics of the little mice in their fight against evil forces. If you're a fan of cooperative games where the story grabs you by the hand and takes you to fantastic worlds, this expansion is a treat. With Needle Rapier, you add new cards and challenges that will test your team. The core mechanic remains focused on dice rolling to resolve actions and combat, but with a special touch that can turn the tide in your favor. The individual character powers continue to be crucial, and each mouse has its own way to shine, especially when things get tense. Exploration of new scenarios and storytelling are the pillars here, ensuring that each playthrough is a new saga. The game is perfect for those who like to delve deep into a universe, follow a plot, and feel that their decisions truly matter. The language dependency is high, so be prepared to dive into Portuguese to make the most of it. This expansion is ideal for those who already own the base game and want to extend the experience, adding more variety and challenges for the group. It's a great pick for game nights with friends or family, where everyone collaborates to overcome obstacles and unravel the mysteries that arise. Fun is guaranteed for those seeking an immersive experience full of twists, with that taste of tabletop RPG adapted for the board. It's another exciting chapter in the saga of the bravest mice in board games! ## FAQ ### Can this expansion be played alone? No, Needle Rapier is an expansion and requires the base game Mice and Mystics to be played. ### How many players can participate with this expansion? Just like the base game, the expansion is for 1 to 4 players. ### Does the game get harder with this expansion? Yes, it adds new challenges and cards that can increase the difficulty and complexity of the games. ### Do I need to know how to read English to play? The expansion is in Portuguese, but the description of the promotional card itself might have English text. However, the main content of the game and expansion is in Portuguese. ### What type of game is Mice and Mystics? It's a cooperative adventure game with RPG elements, focused on narrative and exploration, where players control heroic mice. ### Is it worth it for someone who already has the base game? Absolutely! If you enjoy the Mice and Mystics experience, this expansion brings more content to extend the fun and add variety. ### What is the average playtime for a game? Mice and Mystics games, including expansions, usually take about 120 minutes (2 hours), depending on players' familiarity with the rules and the mission's complexity.