# Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) – Council's Deliberations Expansion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Ignacy Trzewiczek
- **Artists**: Maciej Janik, Tomasz Jedruszek
- **Publishers**: Portal Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Point to Point Movement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love intense strategy games with a dark fantasy theme, this expansion is for you. It adds depth to Stronghold: Undead, giving defenders new tools to hold back the zombie hordes. The experience is more tactical and unpredictable but still keeps that signature desperation of the base game. Only worth it if you already own and love the original, of course.More strategic depthUnique new abilitiesImmersive tense atmosphereRequires the base gameDoesn't radically change gameplayFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) – Council's Deliberations Expansion adds a new layer of strategy to the base game. The defenders of Pearl Keep now have the support of the High Council, which makes decisions each round to bolster their defenses against the undead hordes. With Council cards, players can unlock special abilities and reinforce their positions, adding extra planning and unpredictability. The expansion keeps the tense and desperate atmosphere of the original game but now offers more tactical options to turn the tide in your favor. Perfect for those who already love Stronghold: Undead and want an even greater challenge.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, this expansion requires Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) to play.

### How many players can play?
It's a 2-player only game, just like the base game.

### How long does a game take?
On average, 90 to 120 minutes, depending on player experience.

### Does this expansion add new components?
Yes, mainly Council cards that bring new abilities and strategic decisions.

### Is it worth it for base game owners?
If you enjoy the original game and want more strategic depth, it's definitely worth it.