Sid Meier's Civilization: The Board Game – die Griechen Promo Card

Heidelberger Spieleverlag · Board game · 2012
1–2 Solo
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If you enjoy Civilization and want more strategic options, this Greek promo card is a find! It adds some really cool mechanics that can change the game's pace.

Highlights
  • Powerful starting bonuses
  • Extra GP recruitment
  • Preserves trade points
Keep in mind
  • Limited promotional card
  • Requires German translation
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About the game
If you're a fan of Civilization: The Board Game and want to spice up your playthroughs, this promo card is for you! Introducing the Greeks, led by the legendary Alexander the Great, this civilization brings some very interesting advantages for those who enjoy sharp strategy. To start, they are born with the Democracy government form, and their infantry units are already boosted to level 2, giving an initial push to your defense and attack. But things get really interesting with the gameplay bonuses: for every Great Person you recruit, you get an extra one, allowing you to choose the best of the two and discard the other – imagine the power! And to top it off, when the Greeks research a brand-new technology, they don't lose their accumulated trade points. This means more flexibility and less waste of precious resources. This civilization can also be found in the 'Fame and Fortune' expansion, so if you already have it, you might have this card up your sleeve without even knowing it! It's an addition that brings an extra flavor of strategy and a touch of power for those looking to dominate the world on the board. It's worth noting that this card is a promotion and, being in German, requires translation to be played in English, but the impact on the game is worth the effort for fans of card play and Civilization.
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Mechanism: 4X Promotional: Cards Series: Sid Meier's Civilization
Publisher Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Kevin Wilson
Artist Henning Ludvigsen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this card a full expansion or just an add-on?
It's a promotional card that adds a new civilization to the base game, not a standalone expansion.
Do I need the 'Fame and Fortune' expansion to use this card?
Not necessarily. The card is a promotion, but it was also included in the 'Fame and Fortune' expansion. You can use it with the base game as long as you have the card.
Is the card in English?
No, the original card is in German. You will need to translate the rules and bonuses to play in English.
What are the main bonuses for the Greeks?
They start with Democracy and level 2 infantry, gain an extra Great Person with each recruitment, and retain trade points when researching new technologies.
Does this card significantly change the base game experience?
Yes, it adds an interesting strategic layer with unique bonuses that can influence your decisions during the game.
Is it difficult to integrate this civilization into the game?
Integration is simple; just add the Greek card to the set of available civilizations. The main challenge is translating the card's text.