# Scythe: Promo Pack #7 – Encounter Card 38

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 2, 3, 4)
- **Duration**: 90-115 min
- **Weight**: 2.75 / 5
- **Designers**: Jamey Stegmaier
- **Artists**: Jakub Rozalski
- **Publishers**: CrowD Games, Feuerland Spiele, Ghenos Games, Maldito Games, Phalanx Games Polska, Stonemaier Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Expansion for Base-game, Farming, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
A cool promo card for Scythe fans looking for more encounter variety!Adds an interesting dilemmaGood thematic interactionSmall but impactfulJust one new cardCan be hard to findFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Hey folks! If you're a Scythe fan and love adding a little twist to your games, check out this promo! The "Promo Pack #7 – Encounter Card 38" is an Encounter card that first appeared in 2016, straight from the Watch It Played Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. Essentially, it adds a new Encounter card to your deck, bringing a fresh event to spice up your playthroughs.

The card in question depicts a menacing mech next to a calm fisherman by a lake. And what happens during this encounter? You have three options, each with its own cost and reward. You can play the silent observer, gaining popularity just by watching the fisherman. Alternatively, you can try to broker a deal with the mech, paying some money to deploy your war machine onto the field. And for those who enjoy action (or spending popularity), there's the option to give the mech a little push into the lake, securing food in exchange for a bit of influence.

It's one of those small additions that make a difference, you know? It doesn't completely overhaul the game, but it introduces a new dilemma and some cool interaction within Scythe's theme. Perfect for those who want more variety in their encounters and don't mind having an extra card in their collection. If you snagged this promo back then or found it somewhere, it's definitely worth playing to see which choice you like best!

## FAQ
### What exactly is Scythe: Promo Pack #7?
It's a single promotional Encounter card for the game Scythe, adding a new situation and choice options during gameplay.

### Do I need the base game Scythe to use this card?
Yes, this is an expansion/promo card and requires the base game Scythe to be used.

### How many players can enjoy this card?
The card works with all player counts of Scythe, from 1 to 5 players, as Encounter events are part of the base game.

### Does this card significantly change the game's complexity?
No, it's a small addition. Scythe's overall complexity remains the same; it just adds a new decision to be made when the card is drawn.

### Where can I get this card?
Originally distributed in a crowdfunding campaign in 2016. It might be difficult to find nowadays, perhaps on secondary markets or specialized stores for game promos.

### Is it worth buying if I only play solo?
Yes! The Encounter card works perfectly in Scythe's solo mode, offering another option for your games.