Small World: Be Not Afraid...

Days of Wonder, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2010
2–5 · best 4 40–80 min Weight 2.3/5
8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love building quirky armies, this expansion adds even more fun combos.

Highlights
  • Creative new races
  • Varied special powers
  • Works with all expansions
Keep in mind
  • Still low complexity
  • Play time may lengthen
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Small World: Be Not Afraid… is the first official expansion for the beloved Small World, adding five fresh races – Barbarians, Homunculi, Pixies, Pygmies and Leprechauns – along with five brand‑new special powers. The best part is you can mix these new races and powers with those from the base game or any other Small World expansion, creating almost endless combos. Each race comes with its own strengths and quirks, while the special power dictates how it behaves on the board, from combat bonuses to movement tricks. The core goal stays the same: control the most territories before your empire goes into decline, using Area Majority/Influence and Area Movement mechanics. Dice rolling still resolves battles, but the new variable player powers give you extra strategic depth. The expansion includes a handy tray to store its components as well as those from previous Small World expansions, keeping the table tidy. Playtime runs about 40‑80 minutes for 2‑5 players, and the light complexity (weight 2.27) makes it approachable for newcomers and seasoned fans alike. If you love tweaking your army and enjoy the thrill of discovering the winning combo each game, this expansion will spice up your sessions.

Expansion for

Published additional content

2 items

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Creatures: Fairies / Elves / Pixies Game: Small World
Publisher Days of Wonder, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Hobby Japan
Designer Philippe Keyaerts
Artist Cyrille Daujean, Miguel Coimbra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 5 players, just like the base game.
What’s the typical play time?
Around 40‑80 minutes, depending on player count and chosen combos.
Do I need any other expansion to use this?
No, you only need the Small World base game; this is a pure supplement.
Which new races are included?
Barbarians, Homunculi, Pixies, Pygmies and Leprechauns, each with a unique special power.
Are the components organized?
Yes, the expansion comes with a tray that also stores components from other Small World expansions.
Does the expansion increase game complexity?
Complexity stays low (weight 2.27), keeping the game approachable.
Can I mix these races with those from other expansions?
Absolutely! Races and powers can be freely combined with any other Small World expansion.