# Terraforming Mars: Small Asteroid Promo Card

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Jacob Fryxelius
- **Artists**: Jacob Fryxelius
- **Publishers**: FryxGames, Ghenos Games, Intrafin Games, Kilogames, Korea Boardgames, Lavka Games, Maldito Games, MeepleBR, MINDOK, MIPL, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Stronghold Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Environmental, Expansion for Base-game, Industry / Manufacturing, Science Fiction, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Open Drafting, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love a splash of unpredictability on Mars, this card’s your go-to!Instant temperature boostStrategic plant removalNo extra components neededShort‑term effectLimited impactRECOMMENDED

## Description
The *Terraforming Mars: Small Asteroid* promo card is a launch‑kit bonus that fits into any Terraforming Mars table without extra components. When played, the planet’s temperature rises by one step—gaining a 1‑point Terraform Rating—and you can redirect the asteroid wherever you like by removing up to two plants from any player, as if the meteor hit their farm. It’s a short‑term effect that can swing the game if someone is close to completing a biome project. The card also carries the “Space” tag and the “Launch Kit” label, underscoring its place in a welcome kit for the base game. Mechanically, it blends *Hand Management* (you decide when to play it), *Open Drafting* (if multiple cards are in the kit, all can choose), *Tile Placement* (the asteroid appears on the board), and *Variable Player Powers* (each player can remove plants). For fans of sci‑fi who want a quick temperature boost without overcomplicating things, this promo is a neat add‑on. If you already own the base and want a bit of unpredictability, this card might be just what you need. Just remember: removing plants can be a masterstroke or a misstep, depending on the situation. In short, the card is a quick, fun, and strategic addition for those who don’t want to wait for the full expansion.

## FAQ
### How long does it take to play this card?
The card itself doesn’t add extra playtime; it simply adds a temperature step and allows removal of up to two plants, so its effect lasts only the turn it’s played.

### Can I use this card on any Terraforming Mars board?
Yes, it’s compatible with the base game and requires no extra components, just the board and the game’s cards.

### Do I need the full expansion to use it?
No, it’s part of a launch kit and can be used with the basic edition of the game.

### Can removing plants hurt the player losing them?
Yes, removing plants can affect projects that rely on biomes, so use it with caution.

### What’s the best strategy to play this card?
Use it when someone is close to completing a biome project or when you want to force an opponent to lose valuable resources.

### Does it change the core game mechanics?
No, it simply adds a temperature boost and the option to remove plants, without altering the core rules.

### What is the resource cost to play this card?
There is no extra cost; you just need to have the card in your hand and play it during your action phase.

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