Rising Sun: Monster Pack

ADC Blackfire Entertainment, CMON Global Limited, Delta Vision Publishing · Board game · 2018
Ludopedia 8.1 BGG 3–5 · best 4 90–120 min Weight 3.0/5
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If you love Rising Sun and crave extra mythic chaos, the Monster Pack brings powerful beasts and fresh tactics.

Highlights
  • Thematic new monsters
  • High‑quality miniatures
  • Seamless base integration
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Increases complexity
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The Monster Pack for Rising Sun arrives as an epic boost for fans of the base game. It adds four new monsters – the Plague Oni, the Fire Dragon, Jinmenju, and Jorogumo – which clans can purchase during play. Each creature brings unique abilities that shift the game's flow, letting players wield supernatural forces to pressure rivals or secure strategic wins. The Plague Oni, for instance, spreads disease that reduces opponents' resource production, while the Fire Dragon can scorch entire areas, reshaping territorial control. Jinmenju, a living tree, offers bonuses to card collection, and Jorogumo, the silk spider, lets you temporarily capture enemy units. These monsters slot into Rising Sun's already intricate system of influence, negotiation, and combat, preserving the need for alliances and betrayals. Purchasing monsters costs the resources clans gather, making the choice between a monster or other strategic upgrades a tense decision point. Since the expansion doesn't change core rules, seasoned players will feel the impact right away but must still adapt tactics to handle the new threats. Perfect for groups that love diving deeper into the Japanese mythic theme and enjoy the mix of detailed miniatures with political maneuvering. The pack includes high‑quality painted miniatures, monster cards, and effect markers, all ready to drop into an existing campaign. In short, the Monster Pack adds more drama, more attack options, and plenty of new reasons to argue over who will claim the gods' throne.

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Rules manual — Rising Sun: Monster Pack English · PDF
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Components: Miniatures Continents: Asia Country: Japan Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Rising Sun
Publisher ADC Blackfire Entertainment, CMON Global Limited, Delta Vision Publishing, Galápagos Jogos, Guillotine Games, Hobby World, Portal Games
Designer Eric M. Lang
Artist Adrian Smith

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How many players can use the Monster Pack?
The expansion works for 3 to 5 players, just like the base game.
How long does a game usually take with the pack?
Expect 90 to 120 minutes, depending on how often monsters are purchased.
Do I need Rising Sun to play?
Yes, the Monster Pack is a supplement; the base game is required.
What components are included?
Four painted miniatures, four monster cards, effect markers, and integration instructions.
Does the expansion change core rules?
No, it adds options and effects while keeping the fundamental rules unchanged.
Is it suitable for beginners?
It's best to be familiar with Rising Sun first, as the added complexity can be challenging for newcomers.
Can multiple monsters be used at once?
Each clan can purchase and control only one monster at a time, but different clans can have different monsters simultaneously.