# Nemesis: Aftermath

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 8.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45-60 min
- **Weight**: 3.32 / 5
- **Designers**: Paweł Samborski
- **Artists**: Andrzej Półtoranos, Ewa Labak, Patryk Jędraszek, Piotr Foksowicz
- **Publishers**: Awaken Realms, Delta Vision Publishing, Geekach LLC, GoKids 玩樂小子, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o.
- **Categories**: Adventure, Expansion for Base-game, Horror, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Cooperative Game, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
Essential for those who want to wrap up their stories in shorter, more intense sessions.Dynamic and fast Epilogue ModeReal consequences between gamesNew characters with unique abilitiesCustomization via Trait cardsRequires the base game to playSteeper difficulty curveHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever wondered 'what happens next?' after an intense game of Nemesis? That's where the Aftermath expansion comes in. The star of the show is the Epilogue Mode, a condensed experience (lasting 45 to 60 minutes) that serves as the perfect conclusion to your story. The coolest part? The board isn't just reset; the scars, damages, and chaos left over from your previous session directly influence the setting of this new game.

In this mission, you won't use the same survivors, but rather new investigators entering the ship to figure out what on earth happened. Forget the long-term objectives of the base game; here, things are more dynamic, featuring quick Personal Requirements and urgent Alerts that force players to cooperate... or be selfish, should someone decide to accept the 'Lucrative Offer'.

Beyond the new mode, the expansion introduces 5 new characters with distinct abilities. The selection system is clever: when picking a character's color, you choose between the base game version or the Aftermath version, ensuring a varied group composition. To spice things up further, every character now gets a Trait card, adding permanent advantages and disadvantages that deepen character customization.

Regarding components, you get 4 new rooms and an additional Shuttle board, which acts as a small annex docked to the Nemesis, expanding the exploration area. If you already love the tension of surviving alien intruders, Aftermath turns the experience into something faster, yet more lethal and unpredictable. It's the ideal way to close a campaign cycle without needing a five-hour session, while keeping all the drama and adrenaline the franchise is known for.

## How to Play
Game Objective
In Nemesis: Aftermath, players take on the roles of new crew members boarding the Nemesis ship after the events of the base game. The main goal is to investigate the ship's wreckage, fulfill Personal Objectives, and survive the dangers that still haunt the location. Victory is achieved by completing individual objectives, revealing all Aftermath Exploration Tokens, and escaping the ship before time runs out.

Setup
To prepare the game, follow these steps:

  Remove all Intruders from the board and add Intruder tokens to the bag according to the number of players.
  Remove Fire and Noise markers, and discard all previously found or crafted Items.
  Keep Malfunction markers, doors, and escape pods in place.
  Shuffle and place the Intruder Attack, Aftermath Events, Contamination, and Serious Injuries decks next to the board.
  Reveal exploration tokens in unexplored rooms and place an Aftermath Exploration Token in each room.
  Place the Shuttle board next to the main board and randomly distribute the additional "2" rooms.
  Distribute Help Cards and starting components to each player, including the Trait Card and Starting Items.
  Shuffle the Personal Objective Cards and deal one to each player.
  Place the Time marker on the green space of the Shuttle's time track.


Game Flow
The game is divided into turns, each consisting of the following phases:

  Time Track: Advance the Time marker on the Shuttle.
  Alert Check: Verify if the current Alert requirements have been met.
  Intruder Attack: Each Intruder in combat attacks the players.
  Fire Damage: Intruders in rooms with Fire markers suffer 1 injury.
  Event Resolution: Draw and resolve an Event card.
  End of Turn: Prepare for the next turn.


Actions and How to Play
Players can perform various actions during the game, including:

  Movement: Move between connected rooms.
  Room Actions: Use the specific action of the room you are in.
  Repair: Fix injuries or malfunctions.
  Activation: Perform specific actions described on Alert cards.

Refer to the manual for details on each action.

End of Game and Scoring
The game ends after the fifth turn. To win, players must:

  Reveal all Aftermath Exploration Tokens on the Nemesis ship.
  Fulfill their Personal Objectives.
  Be on the Shuttle board or escape using an escape pod.
  Pass the contamination test.

Alternatively, a player can accept the Lucrative Offer to win individually.

Tips for Winning

  Prioritize exploring rooms to reveal Aftermath Exploration Tokens as quickly as possible.
  Stay alert to Alerts and work as a team to complete them before time runs out.
  Use your character's unique abilities to overcome specific challenges.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, Aftermath is an expansion. You need Nemesis for the board and core rules.

### How long does an Epilogue Mode game last?
It's much faster than a normal game, taking between 45 and 60 minutes (usually 5 turns).

### Can I play the Epilogue with fewer people than in the previous game?
Yes! You can play the Epilogue with fewer players than those who participated in the base game.

### What are Trait cards?
They are cards that provide permanent bonuses or penalties to characters, making each game unique.

### Does the game get harder?
Yes, the Epilogue Mode is described as more difficult and dynamic than the standard experience.

### Do the new characters replace the old ones?
Yes, you choose between the base game character or the Aftermath version for each available color.

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