# The 7th Continent: The Veins of the Earth ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2020 - **BGG Rating**: 8.4 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 1, 2) - **Duration**: 5-10000 min - **Weight**: 3.00 / 5 - **Artists**: Ludovic Roudy - **Publishers**: Serious Poulp - **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Science Fiction - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Modular Board, Storytelling, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you're hooked on exploring The 7th Continent, this expansion throws you into the depths of an addictive cooperative adventure!Deep and immersive explorationEngaging and tense narrativeMore cooperative challengesExpands beloved universeHigh language dependencyRequires base gameCan be challengingFOR GENRE FANS ## Description If you've already ventured through the lands of The 7th Continent and felt the call to explore its deepest mysteries, get ready! "The Veins of the Earth" pulls you into the very bowels of the continent, where ancient secrets and an insidious evil await. This expansion plunges players into a new and dangerous journey, where every step into the depths could be your last. As in other chapters of this epic saga, cooperation is key. You and your companions will have to join forces against the dark forces that threaten to consume everything. Exploration is vital, but beware: the underground currents can drag you into increasingly complicated situations, limiting your actions and testing your limits. The modular board ensures that each incursion is unique, and hand management will be crucial for using your resources efficiently. The narrative unfolds with each card flipped, each decision made, immersing you in a story full of twists and dangers. "The Veins of the Earth" is for those who love the thrill of discovery, the weight of choices, and the adrenaline of surviving against all odds. If you're already a fan of The 7th Continent series, this expansion offers more than just new content; it deepens the experience, bringing new challenges and expanding the universe in a way only this series can. Prepare your gear, because the depths wait for no one! ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game The 7th Continent to play this expansion? Yes, "The Veins of the Earth" is an expansion and requires the base game The 7th Continent to be played. ### Is this a solo game? Yes, The 7th Continent is a cooperative game that can be played solo (1 player) or with up to 4 players. ### What is the estimated playtime? The 7th Continent series is known for its extensive playtime. A campaign can take tens or hundreds of hours, depending on how many curses you decide to tackle. ### Is the game in English? This expansion, like the base game, has language dependency. If you don't have the base game in Portuguese, you'll need to manage the English cards, as a full translation is highly recommended for a good experience. ### What does "The Veins of the Earth" add to the experience? This expansion focuses on exploring the depths of the continent, introducing new challenges, locations, and a narrative that expands the base game's lore. ### Is it much harder than the base game? It adds new challenges and can increase the overall difficulty, especially with the theme of 'being pulled down,' but the experience remains focused on cooperative exploration and survival.