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Our Verdict
If you love dark challenges and hunting for hidden treasures, this expansion will get you pumped!
Highlights
- Risk + Reward
- Intense exploration
- New Badlands setting
Keep in mind
- Does not replace the base game
- Requires translated card text
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Shadows of Brimstone: Badlands Expedition Supplement brings the first adventure of the series to players familiar with the base game. The expansion, consisting of 15 cards, introduces the Badlands setting – a desolate, perilous region where fire and darkness mingle. Among the new items, the “Badlands” adventure card allows any mission to be played in this territory, raising danger and rewards. Additionally, new gear, artifacts, and encounters enrich the exploration experience. Players can use new equipment cards, such as expedition boots and telescope, to boost their chances of survival. Mining artifacts – life water, void catcher, and mole's foot amulet – provide specific bonuses in resource-scarce situations. Mining encounters (like “Flash Flood,” “Suffocating Heat,” and “Final Resting Place”) add unpredictable challenges that require strategy and luck. The modular board remains the same, but the new adventure cards change the game's dynamics, forcing players to plan riskier routes to uncover hidden treasures. The expansion keeps the same cooperative, dice-rolling, and grid-movement mechanics but heightens tension with horror and American-Western fantasy scenarios. Ideal for groups that love the grim atmosphere and ruins exploration, Badlands Expedition expands the Shadows of Brimstone universe without complicating the original rules. If you enjoy challenges and uncovering buried secrets, this expansion is an invitation to brave the game's most dangerous lands.
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Publisher
Flying Frog Productions
Designer
Jason C. Hill
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion works with 1 to 6 players, keeping the same range as the base game.
How long does a game with Badlands Expedition take?
A typical game lasts between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on player count and mission complexity.
Does the expansion change the core rules?
No, it adds new cards and items but does not alter the fundamental rules. You’ll still use the modular board and cooperative mechanics.
Do I need translated cards to play in Portuguese?
Yes, the expansion has moderate language dependency. It’s recommended to use a translated spreadsheet or pre‑translated cards.
What are the main components added?
New adventure cards, gear, mining artifacts, and mining encounters, plus support items.
Who is this expansion best suited for?
For players who already play Shadows of Brimstone and enjoy horror challenges and exploration in the American West.