Summoner Wars: Khan Queso

Having already dived into the world of Summoner Wars, the Khan Queso expansion brings a fresh champion that will shake up your tactics: the mercenary Khan Queso. This champion card enters the game as an elite unit, but its power isn’t just about raw strength. After moving, it spreads a plague around its adjacent units, forcing you to roll a die for each neighboring unit. With a result of 5 or higher, that unit takes a wound marker. This turns every movement into a strategic decision: positioning near allies can be both a protective tactic and a risk of self‑infliction.

The expansion adds more than just Khan Queso; it also introduces new card sets that broaden each faction’s options. Players still rely on dice‑rolling to decide battle outcomes, while grid movement keeps control of space paramount. Hand management remains central: deciding which cards to play before rolling can swing a game in seconds.

With 2 to 4 players, a game lasts about 30 minutes, preserving the fast pace typical of the series. The fantasy and combat themes stay intact, but the introduction of a champion with a “plague” ability adds a layer of unpredictability that challenges both newcomers and veterans. If you enjoy tactical choices that require thinking about positioning and risk, Khan Queso is a supplement worth trying.