Terraforming Mars: Hermetic Order of Mars Promo Card

FryxGames, Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag · Board game · 2024
1–5 Solo 120 min
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For those who love every Terraforming Mars detail, this promo card adds delicious strategic spice.

Highlights
  • Early-game production boost when it counts
  • Great for territorial expansion plays
  • Automatic effect with no extra cost
Keep in mind
  • Limited availability may frustrate
  • Requires low oxygen to trigger
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About the game
The 'Hermetic Order of Mars' promo card is a small but valuable addition for Terraforming Mars fans. Originally included in the Prelude 2 Kickstarter, it also appears in limited quantities at board game conventions. This automated card (no tags) requires oxygen to be at 4% or lower to activate — perfect for those early-game moments when every resource counts. Its effect? A sweet megacredit production boost (+2 steps) plus extra income of 1 M€ per empty area adjacent to your tiles on the board. Ideal for aggressive territorial expansion strategies, it can be a game-changer if timed right. Just watch out for its rarity — this gem might be hard to track down!
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Game: Terraforming Mars Promotional: Cards Series: Terraforming Mars
Publisher FryxGames, Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any expansion to use this card?
Nope! It works with the base game, but pairs well with expansions focused on resource production.
How many copies can I use in one game?
Just one per game, like most Terraforming Mars promo cards.
Is it worth hunting this promo if I already own many expansions?
If you love optimizing every detail of your engine, yes! But it's not essential for casual players.
Can I activate this card at any game phase?
Only when oxygen is at 4% or below — usually early game, but depends on your play speed.
Do 'empty areas' include placed ocean tiles?
Nope! Only completely empty spaces count — even occupied oceans don't qualify.