If you enjoy the cooperative vibe of Mists over Carcassonne, this cat-themed expansion is a cute and fun addition! You can use the tiles in the regular mode too, which is a plus.
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Adds cats and feline chaos
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Expands cooperative mode
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Versatile tiles for base game
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Easy to integrate
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Cats can be unpredictable
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Requires Mists over Carcassonne
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About the game
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If you've already ventured through the mists of Carcassonne with the "Mists over Carcassonne" expansion, get ready for a new wave of challenges! "Nebel über Carcassonne: Die Bannkreise" (or "The Banishing Circles") arrives as a charming add-on, bringing a slightly... feline, ghost-hunting team. Yes, you now have the help (or hindrance?) of some cats in this mission to unravel ethereal mysteries.
This expansion adds new tiles that integrate perfectly with the "Mists over Carcassonne" base game, maintaining the cooperative vibe where everyone works together against ghostly threats. The tile-placement mechanic remains the heart of the gameplay, but with the addition of these new elements, the strategy might shift a bit. The cats, in turn, bring a touch of unpredictability – after all, who hasn't had to deal with a cat deciding to take a nap at the crucial moment?
The cool thing is that, even though it's an expansion focused on the cooperative mode, the tiles from "Die Bannkreise" can also be used in regular competitive Carcassonne matches, adding an extra flavor for those who enjoy the classic mode. It's a neat way to vary the game without adding a bunch of new, complicated rules. If you enjoy Carcassonne and want to give your ghost hunts a new look, this expansion is a sure bet to add more fun and a touch of cuteness (and feline chaos) to your tables.
Animals: CatsCreatures: GhostsGame: CarcassonneMisc: DIZED TutorialSeries: Carcassonne Official Minor Expansions
businessPublisherHans im Glück
editDesignerKlaus-Jürgen Wrede
paletteArtistAnne Pätzke, Marcel Gröber
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need the base game "Mists over Carcassonne" to play this expansion? expand_more
Yes, "Nebel über Carcassonne: Die Bannkreise" is an expansion and requires the "Mists over Carcassonne" game to be played.
How many players does this expansion support? expand_more
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game "Mists over Carcassonne", which is for 1 to 5 players.
What is the average playtime with this expansion? expand_more
The playtime remains around 35 minutes, similar to the base game "Mists over Carcassonne".
Does the game complexity increase significantly with "Die Bannkreise"? expand_more
No, the complexity is kept low. The expansion adds new tiles and a slight strategic variation, but it's easy to integrate and learn.
Can I use the tiles from this expansion in a normal (non-cooperative) game of Carcassonne? expand_more
Yes! The tiles from "Die Bannkreise" can be used in regular competitive Carcassonne matches, adding an extra element without drastically changing the rules.
Do the cats have any special rules, or are they just thematic? expand_more
The cats introduce a unique mechanic and can be both helpful and unpredictable, adding an interesting tactical element to the cooperative gameplay.
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