# Set a Watch: Outriders Expansion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 7.7
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 60-75 min
- **Weight**: 2.60 / 5
- **Designers**: Todd Walsh
- **Artists**: Alexandr Elichev
- **Publishers**: Rock Manor Games, Boom Boom Games, Bumble3ee Interactive, Giochix.it, Grimspire, Stargames, Treetato Studio
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game

## Verdict
If you have already mastered the campfire and crave a spicier challenge, this expansion is a must-have. The Rider mechanic adds a very welcome layer of strategy, forcing the group to calculate risks more aggressively. It is an addition that keeps the base game fresh without overcomplicating the rules, making it perfect for those seeking more variety in their sessions.Rider mechanic is brilliantGreatly increases replayabilityStunning dark artworkFully compatible with predecessorsIncreases game difficultyRequires base gameRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you are already a veteran guarding the campfire in Set a Watch or Swords of the Coin, the Outriders expansion is here to shake up your strategy. Forget that comfort zone where you perfectly calculated the next target; things just got a whole lot more unpredictable. The real game-changer here is the introduction of creatures with the 'Rider' ability. You know when you think you have everything under control in the creature row? Well, Riders change the game by snapping onto adjacent creature types. This creates larger, more powerful monsters, forcing you to rethink your damage management and attack priorities entirely.

Beyond this mechanic that keeps you on your toes, the pack brings 34 new creatures and 6 new Unhallowed, all featuring the signature dark art style of Alexandr Elichev. The practical impact is that the creature line shortens when Riders combine, which can trigger unexpected special powers. That creature that seemed harmless in the first position can now become a lethal threat in the blink of an eye. It is the kind of expansion that does not try to reinvent the wheel, but adds a layer of tactical depth that makes rounds much more tense and rewarding.

The best part is the full compatibility. You can mix these new challenges with the base game or the Swords of the Coin expansion without any issues. If you enjoy that feeling of 'we almost lost, but survived by a thread,' Outriders is a solid investment. It increases variety, brings new visual and mechanical challenges, and maintains the essence of what makes Set a Watch such an addictive game. Sharpen your skills, gather your party, and be ready to face enemies that now work as a team to destroy your defense. The campfire is still burning, but the danger outside is much smarter now.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play Outriders?
Yes, this is an expansion and you will need a copy of Set a Watch or Swords of the Coin to play it.

### Does the expansion change the playtime significantly?
Not really. It adds a bit more tactical thought, but the average 60-75 minutes remains consistent.

### Does it work well in solo mode?
Absolutely! The Rider mechanic makes the solo challenge even more strategic and tense.

### Can I mix these cards with all others?
Yes, the system is designed to be fully modular and compatible with all games in the Set a Watch series.

### What is the main mechanical difference?
The 'Rider' ability, which allows creatures to combine, shortening the line and creating stronger enemies.

### Does the expansion add new heroes?
No, this pack focuses exclusively on new types of enemies and creatures to face.