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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're already a master of Paladins of the West Kingdom and crave more depth and challenges, City of Crowns is a feast, intelligently expanding strategic possibilities.
Highlights
- New board extensions
- More action options
- New attribute to manage
- Deepens existing strategy
- Diplomacy with nobles
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Increases complexity
- May extend playtime
About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for more intrigue and diplomacy in the West Kingdom! In Paladins of the West Kingdom: City of Crowns, the situation is tense, with recent attacks on the borders and an urgent need for support. But don't worry, the cavalry (or rather, the nobility) is coming! Dukes, barons, counts, and margraves have answered the call, and now it's up to you, the player, to use your negotiation skills to secure the aid of these powerful allies. Can you muster enough support to protect the city, or will you succumb to indecision? This expansion is no joke: it brings new extensions for both the main board and player boards, meaning more space for your strategies to shine. Furthermore, a brand new attribute comes into play, adding an extra layer of management and decisions. And, of course, new actions become available each turn, expanding your options and the complexity of your planning. If you're already a fan of the base game, you'll love how City of Crowns deepens the experience, further challenging your ability to manage workers, resources, and now, diplomacy with the nobility. It's time to show who rules the West Kingdom!
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3
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Publisher
Garphill Games, Banana Games, CMON Global Limited, Fever Games, Korea Boardgames, Lavka Games, Mosaico Jogos, Pixie Games, Portal Games, Primigenio, Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag, TLAMA games
Designer
S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
Artist
Mihajlo Dimitrievski
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is Paladins of the West Kingdom: City of Crowns a standalone game?
No, this is an expansion, and therefore, you need the Paladins of the West Kingdom base game to play it. It adds content and mechanics to the original game.
What are the main new features this expansion brings?
The expansion introduces new extensions for both the main board and player boards, a new attribute to manage, and a series of new actions that can be performed each turn.
Does this expansion increase the game's complexity?
Yes, absolutely! With a new attribute to manage and more action options, City of Crowns adds an extra layer of strategic complexity, making the game even more challenging for those seeking it.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, allowing for 1 to 4 players, with the same flexibility for those who enjoy solo play or group sessions.
Is the playtime affected by the expansion?
Yes, as is common with expansions that add more content and decisions, playtime may extend slightly, falling within the 90 to 120-minute range, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the new rules.
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It is highly recommended for fans of the Paladins of the West Kingdom base game who are looking to deepen the experience, with more strategic options, complexity, and a new diplomatic challenge. If you've already mastered the original, you'll love it!