# Pandoria: Artifacts

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 60-90 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Bernd Eisenstein, Jeffrey D. Allers
- **Artists**: Christian Opperer, Lukas Siegmon
- **Publishers**: Irongames
- **Categories**: Economic, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Farming, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Enclosure, Hand Management, Team-Based Game, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement

## Verdict
If you already enjoy Pandoria and want more depth and new ways to score, this expansion is a must-have! It introduces interesting mechanics without overcomplicating things.New scoring opportunitiesExpands existing mechanicsCompatible with all versionsMore strategic interactionRequires base gameAdds complexityDepends on base gameHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey realm rulers! If you're a fan of Pandoria and looking to spice up your gameplay, the Artifacts expansion is here to shake things up. We uncover some secrets from an ancient race that once inhabited this land, and the deal is these artifacts can be turned into super powerful relics to give your realm that extra shine. The twist is that there are new tiles with terrains that match on both sides, and the coolest part: artifacts! You can collect these treasures and trade them for valuable relics. And the enclosure mechanic gets an extra kick: when you close off an area full of artifacts, they all go to your hand! Oh, and for those who like to mess with their friends, you can build mountain castles to block paths. The best part is that this expansion is super flexible and works with any version of Pandoria: the beginner, standard, partnership, and even the family game. In short, more strategy, more treasures, and more fun for those who already enjoy the base game!

## FAQ
### Is Pandoria: Artifacts a standalone game or does it require the base game?
This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game Pandoria to play with the new cards and components from Artifacts.

### How long does a game with this expansion take?
Games generally stay within the same time frame as the base game, usually between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the new rules.

### Does the expansion add a lot of complexity to the game?
It adds new layers of strategy, especially with artifact collection and trading, and path blocking. It's not excessively complex but does slightly increase the game's weight.

### How many players can play with Pandoria: Artifacts?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 2 to 4 players.

### What kind of players will enjoy this expansion the most?
Players who already enjoy Pandoria and are looking for more tactical options, more interaction, and new ways to achieve victory. It's great for those who like resource management and area control.

### Are the components good quality?
Generally, games in the Pandoria line have good component quality. This expansion follows that standard, with well-made tiles and markers to enhance the experience.

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