# Pagan: Trials of Old

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2022
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: —
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Kåre Storgaard, Kasper Kjær Christiansen
- **Artists**: Lisa Forsch, Maren Gutt
- **Publishers**: Wyrmgold GmbH, Capstone Games, Evrikus, HIT Games, Lucky Duck Games, Maldito Games, Rexhry, Super Meeple
- **Categories**: Adventure, Bluffing, Card Game, Deduction, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Deck Construction, Deduction, Hand Management, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement

## Verdict
Essential for those seeking more layers of malice and tension in the duel. The game becomes more strategic and cruel.Deepens the Hunter's investigationNew evasive tricks for the WitchExpands bluffing possibilitiesPreserves the base game's essenceModerate language dependencyRequires base game to playHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're already a fan of the psychological tension in Pagan: Fate of Roanoke, get ready, because Trials of Old is here to turn up the heat. This first content pack isn't just an 'extra'—it's an upgrade that deepens the cat-and-mouse dynamic between the Hunter and the Witch, placing a heavy emphasis on the investigative side of the game.

For those playing as the Hunter, the expansion introduces new tools for scrutiny. You now have more intense methods to tighten the noose and unmask the Witch with greater precision. It's that 'I've almost got you' feeling taken to a whole new level. On the flip side, the Witch isn't just sitting ducks. She gains new tricks up her sleeve, allowing her to be even more evasive, deceiving the Hunter with clever maneuvers to avoid detection and, crucially, accelerate the completion of her sinister ritual.

The content is lean and focused: 16 new cards for the Hunter and 16 for the Witch. These additions shift the game's mathematics, forcing both sides to rethink their hand management strategies and how they approach deduction. The tension rises because the bluffing possibilities expand, making every move riskier and every revelation more impactful. It's the perfect expansion for those who feel they've mastered the basic mechanics and want extra layers of complexity and malice in their confrontation.

One important note: since the game relies on card text, keep an eye on the language barrier. If you're not fluent in English, you might need translations or auxiliary spreadsheets to ensure you don't miss any details of the new powers. Ultimately, Trials of Old transforms the hunt into an even more cruel and rewarding game of psychological chess.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is a content pack (expansion), so you must own Pagan: Fate of Roanoke to use these cards.

### What exactly comes in the box?
The pack contains 32 cards in total: 16 for the Hunter and 16 for the Witch.

### Does the game become much harder?
Complexity increases slightly because there are more move and bluffing options, but the core logic remains the same.

### Is it recommended for beginners?
I suggest learning the base game first. Save Trials of Old for when you want to add more spice to your matches.

### Is the language a problem?
Since there is text on the cards, if you aren't fluent in English, you'll need a translation to fully enjoy the new abilities.

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