# Puerto Rico: Expansion II – The Nobles

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2009
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 3.35 / 5
- **Designers**: Andreas Seyfarth
- **Publishers**: alea, Ravensburger AG, Rio Grande Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Variable Phase Order

## Verdict
If you've already mastered Puerto Rico and want a few more strategy layers to make the game even denser, this expansion is for you! The Nobles add a special touch and force a new way of thinking.More strategic optionsAdds tactical depthRefines the base gameExcellent for experienced playersSmall rules additionDoesn't change base gameRelies on base gameFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Hey there, board game enthusiasts! Ready to spice up your Puerto Rico experience? The Expansion II, also known as "The Nobles," adds an extra layer of flavor for those who've already mastered the base game and crave more complexity and new strategies. The main highlight is the introduction of Nobles, who function similarly to Colonists but with a special twist: certain new buildings change their properties depending on whether they're occupied by a Noble or a regular Colonist. This introduces an extra layer of planning, forcing you to think twice about where to allocate your workforce. 

This expansion wasn't released separately for long, but nowadays you can find it included in the "Treasure Chest" (the complete collection) and even in some editions of the base game, like the one released by Grow in Brazil in 2015. So, if you love Puerto Rico and want more tactical options and deeper decisions, this expansion is for you. It doesn't radically change the game, but it adds nuances that experienced players will love to explore. Get ready to optimize your trading routes and dominate the island with even more cunning! It's the kind of expansion that rewards those who already know the base game's mechanics well, offering new ways to score and interact with the board. Don't expect a revolution, but rather a refinement that makes the game even richer.

## FAQ
### Does this expansion change the base game significantly?
No, it adds new options and nuances, but the core structure of Puerto Rico remains the same. It's a refinement, not a revolution.

### Do I need to play Puerto Rico first to understand this expansion?
Absolutely! This expansion is designed for players who already know and play the base Puerto Rico. It adds complexity, so it's not for beginners.

### How many players does this expansion support?
It maintains the same player count as the base game, from 2 to 5 players.

### Does it significantly increase the game time?
It might increase it slightly, as the decisions become more complex, but not drastically. Expect around 90 minutes, perhaps a bit more.

### Are the new rules easy to learn?
For those already familiar with Puerto Rico, the new rules for the Nobles are quite easy to grasp. There's minimal text, and the mechanic is intuitive within the game's context.

### Where can I find this expansion nowadays?
It can be found included in some newer editions of the base game or in the "Puerto Rico: Treasure Chest" collection.