# Spartacus: Acerbitas Promo Card

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2012
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-4
- **Duration**: 150 min
- **Weight**: 2.17 / 5
- **Designers**: Aaron Dill, John Kovaleski, Sean Sweigart
- **Publishers**: Battlefront Miniatures Ltd, Gale Force Nine, LLC, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- **Categories**: Ancient, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Miniatures, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Negotiation
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Betting and Bluffing, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Trading, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
This extra card for Spartacus is for those who want another gladiator with a trick up his sleeve to spice up the fights!Adds a unique gladiatorOpponent-affecting powerExpands the base gameEasy to integrateJust one extra cardCan slightly unbalanceRequires base gameFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you're a fan of Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery and want to spice up your arena battles, the Spartacus: Acerbitas Promo Card is a must-have! This extra gladiator card introduces a legendary combatant who fought even before the heroes we know, adding another heavyweight to your roster. Acerbitas comes with a special power that can turn the tide of battle: he negates the opponent's Weapon Card when fighting him. This means that if you play with him, your adversaries will have to think twice before attacking, as their weapons might not have the intended effect. It's an addition that doesn't drastically alter the rules but adds an interesting tactical element and a touch of novelty for those who have already mastered the base game. Perfect for those looking to expand their gladiator options and inject a bit more unpredictability and strategy into their matches. With him in the arena, the fights become even more exciting and full of twists, honoring the bloody and treacherous spirit of Capua.

## FAQ
### Is this card a full expansion or just an extra card?
It's just a promo card for an additional gladiator for the base game Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery.

### Do I need the base game to use this card?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion card and can only be used with the Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery game.

### What is Acerbitas' main feature?
His main feature is the special power that negates the opponent's Weapon Card when he enters combat, making enemy attacks less predictable against him.

### Does this card significantly change the game's dynamics?
Not drastically. It adds an interesting tactical element and a new gladiator to vary the matches, but it doesn't alter the fundamental rules of the game.

### Who do you recommend this card for?
We recommend it for players who already love Spartacus and want more gladiator options, especially those who enjoy adding a bit more unpredictability and tactical interaction to their battles.

### How many players does the base game support?
The base game Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery is for 3 to 4 players.

### What is the average playtime?
Games of the base game usually last around 150 minutes, and adding this card doesn't significantly change that playtime.