Viscounts of the West Kingdom: King Dan

Garphill Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag · Board game · 2020
9.3 Ludopedia 7.6 BGG 1–4 Solo 60–90 min Weight 1.0/5
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9.3 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you love Viscounts and want a quick surprise, King Dan drops in at just the right moment.

Highlights
  • instant resource gain
  • keeps game fast
  • no extra cost
Keep in mind
  • requires base game
  • doesn’t change core mechanics
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Viscounts of the West Kingdom: King Dan Promo arrives as a special Kickstarter reward from the Game Boy Geek campaign, yet it has a real effect on the base game. When you place the King Dan card on your personal board, you immediately gain one resource of your choice – no waiting for turns or meeting conditions. This swift boost can be the spark needed to complete a set or get ahead on the Rondel. The expansion retains the light‑hearted feel of Viscounts of the West Kingdom, featuring deck, bag and pool building, modular board, and the iconic Rondel that governs actions. The unique twist is King Dan's variable power, granting an instant bonus and reinforcing set‑collection strategy. Since the base game is already quick (60‑90 minutes) and very accessible (weight 1/5), this promotional card fits in as an extra that doesn’t complicate anything but adds a dash of surprise. Perfect for 1‑4 players looking for a fast game with the charm of an exclusive Kickstarter item. If you don’t own the base game yet, you’ll need it, as the card works only within it. In short, King Dan is a small yet valuable upgrade that makes the experience even more fun without raising the learning curve.

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1–4 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Promotional: Cards Promotional: Game Boy Geek Series: The West Kingdom Trilogy (Garphill Games)
Publisher Garphill Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
Artist Mihajlo Dimitrievski

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can use the King Dan card?
The card works in games with 1 to 4 players, as long as they are playing Viscounts of the West Kingdom.
Does the expansion add extra playing time?
Virtually none – the card resolves instantly, keeping the game within the usual 60‑90 minute range.
Do I need anything besides the base game?
Yes, the card only functions within the base game, so you must own Viscounts of the West Kingdom.
Which resource do I gain when I place King Dan?
You choose any available resource (wood, stone, gold, etc.) and receive it immediately.
Does the card change the core rules?
No, it simply adds an instant effect; all original rules stay the same.