# Origin Story: Heroes & Villains

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: 7.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 1.50 / 5
- **Designers**: Jamey Stegmaier, Pete Wissinger
- **Artists**: Clémentine Campardou
- **Publishers**: Stonemaier Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Trick-taking

## Verdict
An essential expansion that brings more depth and choices to the endgame. The introduction of villains and the increased hand size refresh the interest without complicating the rules. It's the perfect spice for those who already know the base game inside out.Increases game varietyVillains add great themeMore strategic hand managementEasy to integrateSlightly increases decision timeRequires base gameHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
If you already enjoy the journey of Origin Story, get ready to twist your fate with the Heroes & Villains expansion. This isn't just a handful of extra cards; it injects a dose of chaos and questionable morality into your game night. The original deck, which was focused solely on heroes, now gets the company of 14 supervillains, totaling 21 new cards that completely change the dynamics of the final round.

The big highlight here is the change in setup. If you were previously content with two cards in hand, the game now demands that you manage three. It sounds like a small change, but in practice, having that extra option shifts the weight of your trick-taking decisions. The inclusion of villains allows your character's story to have a much darker — or perhaps strategically more interesting — ending. It's perfect for those who feel the base game was getting a bit predictable and want to test new combinations or simply vary the tone of the game.

Installation is a breeze: just shuffle the new cards with the base game ones and you're set. You don't need to learn complex rules or read massive manuals. The expansion maintains the elegance of the original system but adds that extra layer of depth we always look for when a game becomes a staple on our table. If you like having a bit more control over your final destiny and want to explore the dark side (or just have more cards to choose from), this expansion is a must-have. It's the kind of content that, once mixed, you'll never want to take out of the deck again, because the experience simply feels more complete and fun. Ready your powers, pick your side, and see how your story ends this time!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game?
Yes, this is an expansion and is not a standalone game.

### How many new cards are included?
There are 21 new cards in total: 7 heroes and 14 villains.

### How does the starting hand rule change?
Players now receive 3 cards instead of 2.

### Is it hard to mix the cards?
Not at all, just shuffle them together with the original deck.

### Does the game get longer with the expansion?
No, the playtime remains virtually the same, just with more options.

### Can I play with only the villains?
It's best to mix them all together for the full hero and villain experience.

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