Gameplay
This expansion consists of 5 modules that can be added separately or together to a regular game of Catan.
Friendly robber
This is mainly a change to the way players handle the robber. It can be played this way even without the expansion itself.
Spoiler 👀: you cant place the robber near a player that has 2 or fewer points.
Event cards
Play catan substituting dice for a deck of cards with events!
Harbour master
Harbours have more added value which entirely changes up the game
2 player catan
Play the game with two dummies, ensuring some movement on the board besides you and your opponent
The campaign
… handles 5 different scenarios, each bringing a big change to the game. There’s the Harbourmaster, Fishermen of Catan, Rivers of Catan, Caravans, Barbarians.
Thoughts
👍 There is a lot of content in this box! Truly! 5 modules is not giving it enough credit for the amount thats available.
👍 the various modules are a fun way of exploring catan again when you are getting bored of the same thing over and over again
👍 I especially appreciate the event deck, making the chance less randomised! Also the events are fun!
👍 The various scenarios of the campaign are cool! This is where the real big changes come to light of this expansion.
➖ There are so many modules, it did feel a bit overwhelming at first (you need to really want more from catan!)
➖ the two player variant was a bit complicated in our eyes. It works, but in my view it might be possible to make this easier
A copy of this game was provided to me by 999 Games for the purpose of writing this review. My opinion however remains my own.