# MonToons: Guardians of the Coral Isles

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 9.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 45-60 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Devon Mettlin
- **Artists**: Animesh Debnath, Nilanjan Malakar
- **Publishers**: Mnstr Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Paper-and-Pencil, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for base game owners looking for more tactical depth and fresh challenges. The highlight is the gameplay refresh provided by the Guardians.Fresh abilities that shift strategyVaried battle mapsSmooth modular integrationEpic rescue themeModerate language dependencyRequires base game to playRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're already a fan of MonToons: Clash of the Coral Isles, get ready because things just got way more intense! In Guardians of the Coral Isles, the story takes a dramatic turn: Kava’s blight is spreading like a wildfire, draining the energy of the Waystones and threatening to consume everything. The only hope? Awakening the ancient Guardians of the islands—powerful beings who have slumbered for eons and now rise to forge bonds with your MonToons.

This modular expansion isn't just a cosmetic update; it injects new layers of strategy and depth into the game. You'll get access to new Guardian sheets, which bring fresh abilities and mechanisms that shift the dynamic of every battle. The focus shifts toward purifying the blight and the desperate defense of the Waystones, turning the experience into an epic struggle for the survival of the islands.

On the practical side, the expansion keeps the 'Print & Play' vibe, making it easy for those who enjoy assembling their own components. You'll find new battle maps to vary the scenery and new character capabilities, ensuring that no two games feel the same. If you enjoy managing variable player powers while rolling dice and marking your progress on paper, this expansion is the perfect upgrade. It's your chance to push your MonToons to the limit, teaming up with ancestral legends to save the archipelago from total destruction. Grab your pencil, summon your Guardian, and jump into the fight!

## FAQ
### Can I play this expansion without the base game?
No, it's a modular expansion designed to enhance MonToons: Clash of the Coral Isles. You need the base game to play.

### Is it easy to set up since it's Print & Play?
Yes! Just print the sheets and maps. Keep in mind that depending on the version, you might need translated spreadsheets or cards.

### How long does a game take with the expansion?
The average remains between 45 and 60 minutes, though the added complexity of the Guardians might add a few minutes of planning.

### How many players can join in?
From 2 to 4 players, keeping the same player count as the original game.

### What actually changes in the gameplay with the Guardians?
You get new abilities and mechanisms via the Guardian sheets, changing how you fight and move across the map.