# Origins: First Builders – Ophiuchus, the 13th sign of the Zodiac promo card

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2022
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: Board&Dice
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
Enjoyed Origins: First Builders and want another trick up your sleeve? This Ophiuchus promo adds a neat strategic move without drastically altering the game.Interesting new tactical optionAdds variable powerEasy to integrateCool astronomical themeIt's just a promo cardMay not change muchRequires base gameFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you're a fan of *Origins: First Builders* and always on the lookout for something new to spice up your games, check out this promo! Ophiuchus, the 13th sign of the Zodiac, arrives with a tile and a card that add an extra flavor during setup. Forget the routine: with this card, you can swap one of the standard actions for a bonus action from an encounter site. That's right, more flexibility for you! Think about the strategies this opens up: is it worth risking that swap to get that crucial resource or boost your construction? This card brings the concept of a 13-sign zodiac, inspired by real constellations, and Ophiuchus sits between late November and mid-December, behind the Sun. It's a touch of alternate history and astronomy that fits perfectly with the construction and exploration vibe of the base game. It's not a massive expansion, but as a promo card, it introduces a variable power element that can change the game, especially if you enjoy exploring all the possibilities *Origins* offers. It's for those who want to add a special and unexpected twist to their game sessions without overcomplicating the rules.

## FAQ
### Does this card significantly change the Origins: First Builders game?
Not drastically. It adds a new tactical option by allowing you to swap a standard action for a bonus action from an encounter site, offering more strategic flexibility.

### Do I need the base game Origins: First Builders to use this card?
Absolutely! This is a promotional card and tile that function as an addition to the base game.

### How many players can use this promo card?
The card can be used in any game of Origins: First Builders, which supports 1 to 4 players. The ability is personal to whoever activates it.

### What is the estimated playtime with this card?
The playtime of Origins: First Builders (60-120 minutes) should not be significantly altered by this single promo card, as it focuses on a tactical decision during a turn.

### Does this card add much complexity to the game?
No, the complexity remains low. It's a simple addition that introduces a new action possibility without overwhelming the existing rules.

### Where can I get this Ophiuchus card?
Generally, promotional cards like this are obtained at events, as part of special promotions, or in loot boxes, as was the case with Board&Dice's Loot Box #1.