# Sovereign Skies: Cosmic Calamity

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Aaron Andrew Wilson
- **Artists**: Giacomo Tappainer
- **Publishers**: Deep Water Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Political, Science Fiction, Space Exploration
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Area Majority / Influence, Rondel, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you enjoy adding more political intrigue and card-driven interaction to your Sovereign Skies, this sci-fi expansion is for you! It introduces a new layer of decisions and influence struggles that make the game more dynamic.New layer of interactionMore gameplay optionsExpands game's universeFocus on influence and politicsRequires base gameIncreases complexityRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey everyone, check out this expansion to spice up your base game: Sovereign Skies: Cosmic Calamity! This little gem throws you right into the mix with the citizens of the Abyssi Cluster, where trouble is guaranteed. Right off the bat, everyone starts with five influence points to begin sowing discord. The 'Cosmic Calamity' cards are the extra spice, bringing events and actions that will turn the game upside down. Each card has a specific type of event and offers a range of actions for you to engage with. On your turn, you can follow the card's instructions, but pay attention: each time you do, you spend a ship from your supply to mark your presence there. And most importantly: each player can only contribute to one 'Cosmic Calamity' card per turn. In other words, strategy is the name of the game to avoid falling behind in this cosmic race. Get ready for lots of negotiation and a bit of 'who has the most power here?'. It's for those who enjoy expanding the base game's universe and adding an extra layer of dynamic interaction and planning, with a touch of science fiction and space exploration. If you like games that make you think about your next move and interact with other players dynamically, this expansion might just be your new cosmic favorite!

## FAQ
### Does this expansion work on its own, or do I need the base game?
You will need the base game of Sovereign Skies to play with the Cosmic Calamity expansion. It adds new elements but does not replace the core rules.

### How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, supporting 1 to 4 players.

### Does the playtime increase with this expansion?
Generally, expansions can add a little playtime due to new rules and interactions. Expect something between 30 to 60 minutes, perhaps a bit more depending on player familiarity.

### What is the complexity level added by this expansion?
It adds an extra layer of strategy and interaction, focusing on event cards and influence struggles. The complexity increases slightly, but it's nothing too daunting for those familiar with the base game.

### What are the main components of this expansion?
The expansion introduces new 'Cosmic Calamity' cards, influence markers, and possibly new tokens or components to represent actions and events.

### Who is this expansion best suited for?
It's ideal for players who enjoyed the original Sovereign Skies and want more interaction, political and sci-fi themes, and a different way to vie for control.

### Does this expansion include a solo mode?
The Cosmic Calamity expansion focuses on adding more player interaction. If the base game has a solo mode, the expansion might enhance it, but its primary focus isn't creating a solo mode from scratch.