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Our Verdict
Perfect for Shadows of Brimstone players looking for more variety and tension in the Derelict Ship.
Highlights
- Increases exploration unpredictability
- Immersive sci-fi horror themed events
- Easy to integrate into the base game
Keep in mind
- High language dependency for text
- Limited content with only 15 cards
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If you're already deep into the bizarre world of Shadows of Brimstone, you know that exploration is the heart of the experience. The Captain's Log supplement arrives to upgrade that feeling, focusing specifically on the Derelict Ship. Picture this: your group of heroes is trekking through freezing, dark corridors, where the silence is broken only by strange echoes and the feeling that something is watching your every move. This is where the 15 new encounter cards come into play.
This pack doesn't overhaul the core rules, but it injects new events that make exploring the ship far more unpredictable and dangerous. You might stumble upon Repair Drones attempting to fix the ship's systems (maybe they're friendly?) or, worse, trigger the dreaded Extermination Protocol. The variety of encounters—ranging from teleportation nodes to slimy residues and shadowy figures—ensures that no two incursions are the same. It's the kind of content that expands the narrative and forces players to make quick decisions under pressure.
The focus here is purely on atmosphere and event variety. If you feel that the Derelict Ship exploration was becoming too predictable, this supplement provides the necessary spice to keep the group on edge. Gear up and stay alert, because the ship's corridors hide secrets that might be the last thing your heroes ever see. It's an essential add-on for those who want to deepen the sci-fi horror immersion within the game's gothic western setting.
This pack doesn't overhaul the core rules, but it injects new events that make exploring the ship far more unpredictable and dangerous. You might stumble upon Repair Drones attempting to fix the ship's systems (maybe they're friendly?) or, worse, trigger the dreaded Extermination Protocol. The variety of encounters—ranging from teleportation nodes to slimy residues and shadowy figures—ensures that no two incursions are the same. It's the kind of content that expands the narrative and forces players to make quick decisions under pressure.
The focus here is purely on atmosphere and event variety. If you feel that the Derelict Ship exploration was becoming too predictable, this supplement provides the necessary spice to keep the group on edge. Gear up and stay alert, because the ship's corridors hide secrets that might be the last thing your heroes ever see. It's an essential add-on for those who want to deepen the sci-fi horror immersion within the game's gothic western setting.
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Flying Frog Productions
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Jason C. Hill
Do I need the base game to use this supplement?
Yes, absolutely! This is a card supplement for Shadows of Brimstone, not a standalone game.
What's inside the box?
The pack contains 15 new encounter cards specifically for the Derelict Ship.
Is the game hard to learn?
If you're already familiar with the Shadows of Brimstone system, implementation is instant, as these are just new events for the encounter deck.
Do I need a translation to play?
Yes, since the cards contain narrative text and event instructions, there is a high language dependency.
How many people can play?
The supplement follows the base game rules, supporting 1 to 4 players.
Does this supplement add new miniatures?
No, this supplement consists solely of encounter cards.