# Whistle Stop: Poison Pill Promo Tile ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2018 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 - **Duration**: 75 min - **Weight**: — - **Designers**: Scott Caputo - **Artists**: Jason Boles, Stephanie Gustafsson - **Publishers**: Bézier Games - **Categories**: American West, Expansion for Base-game, Trains - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Pick-up and Deliver, Set Collection, Tile Placement ## Verdict If you enjoy Whistle Stop and want an extra dash of strategy, this promo tile is for you.Adds competitive interactionSimple yet effective mechanicEncourages careful planningOnly works with the base gameMay extend playtimeFOR GENRE FANS ## Description The 'Poison Pill' promo tile for Whistle Stop was originally available at DicetowerCon 2018 and adds an interesting strategic layer to the base game. It functions as a gear tile that can be placed on the board. When another player gains a stock that you own, they must pay you a common or rare resource. If they don't have a resource to pay, they can't gain that stock. This introduces a new dynamic to the game, encouraging players to think twice before making decisions that benefit their opponents. It's a small expansion, but one that can significantly change how you play Whistle Stop, especially if you enjoy more interactive and competitive strategies. ## FAQ ### How many players can use this tile? 2 to 5 players, the same as the base game. ### Do I need the base game to use it? Yes, this tile is an expansion and only works with Whistle Stop. ### Does it add complexity to the game? A bit, as it introduces a new mechanic for player interaction. ### Is it worth it for frequent Whistle Stop players? Yes, especially if you enjoy more competitive strategies. ### Does it significantly change playtime? It may extend it slightly, as players need to plan more carefully.