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The World of SMOG: Rise of Moloch – The Embassy

CMON Global Limited · Board game · 2018
2–5 45–90 min
9.0 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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9.0 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

For those who already enjoy Rise of Moloch and want more story and challenges, 'The Embassy' is an expansion worth checking out! The new campaign brings some really cool twists and mechanics that keep you on the edge of your seat.

Highlights
  • Engaging campaign with twists
  • New characters and villains
  • Creative mutation mechanics
  • Expands the SMOG universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires extensive reading
  • Depends on the base game
  • Complexity increases
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey everyone! Ready to dive headfirst into another adventure in the world of SMOG? The 'The Embassy' expansion arrives to add that extra spice to 'The World of SMOG: Rise of Moloch'. If you're into a good campaign with twists and turns, this one's for you! We'll follow the gentlemen on an investigative mission at a sinister embassy, but things get tense right from the start with an escape from an infected police station and a descent through London's sewers. Who would have thought the map would change so much, right? And the villains? They're not the same anymore! Instead of Torments, heroes now deal with bizarre Mutations, ranging from bladed arms to sticky tentacles. The catch is that these powers come at a price: there's always a chance the alien parasite could take over and turn your hero into the Nemesis itself! Can you uncover the embassy's secrets before the infection takes over completely? This expansion adds a brand-new three-chapter campaign, bringing new miniatures for characters and villains to bring this story to life. It's a full plate for those who already enjoy the base game and want more narrative content and challenges. Just keep in mind that the game requires a lot of reading in Portuguese, so play with friends who are fluent in the language!

Best player count

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2–5 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card Driven Dice Rolling Grid Movement Modular Board Variable Phase Order Variable Player Powers

Categories

Expansion for Base-game

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Setting: The World of SMOG
Publisher CMON Global Limited
Designer Christophe Madura, David Rakoto
Artist Christophe Madura, Georges Clarenko

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game 'The World of SMOG: Rise of Moloch' to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! 'The Embassy' is an expansion and requires the base game to be played.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 2 to 5 players.
Does the playtime change with this expansion?
The estimated playtime is 45 to 90 minutes, similar to the base game, but campaigns can extend depending on the group's pace.
Does the complexity of the game increase significantly with 'The Embassy'?
The complexity increases slightly due to new rules and the campaign's narrative, but for those who already master the base game, adaptation is smooth.
What new components come in the box?
The expansion includes new character and villain miniatures, as well as a new three-chapter campaign and overlay elements for the board.
Is it difficult to play if I don't speak Portuguese?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency. It's essential to have someone fluent in Portuguese to read the cards and the campaign's narrative.
Is this expansion more focused on combat or investigation?
The campaign mixes investigation elements with tactical combat, where the new mutation mechanics add an extra layer of strategy and risk.
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