
Merchants Cove
Master Craft
A game by Carl Van Ostrand, Drake Villareal
1 - 5 Players 60 - 90 minutes Medium
Action Retrieval, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hexagon Grid, Layering, Rondel, Track Movement, Time Track
Economic, Fantasy, Nautical
Description
Merchants Cove: Master Craft is the ultimate big-box expansion for the popular game Merchants Cove, and it's packed with a treasure trove of exciting new content. Designed by Carl Van Ostrand and Drake Villareal, this expansion is perfect for 1 to 5 players who are looking for a new challenge, and with a playtime of 60 to 90 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to dive in and explore all the new features. The game rules are of normal complexity, so if you're familiar with board games, you'll have no issue learning this one. This expansion includes a brand new module called The Faction Festival, which introduces a range of new mechanics and components to the game. You'll get to explore four new expert Merchants, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles, as well as new modular content like Rogues and Townsfolk. The Faction Festival also adds a new board to the game, which connects to the main board and features tracks for each of the Factions, allowing you to interact with them in new and interesting ways. The Wizards, for example, can enchant your goods to make them worth more, while the Rogues will help you frame your opponents and get rid of corruption. With all these new additions, the game becomes even more dynamic and unpredictable, making it a must-have for fans of the original game. As you delve into Merchants Cove: Master Craft, you'll discover even more exciting new features, including a new Faction Hall, The Paladins, as well as new Adventurers, Townsfolk, and Rogues. With so much new content to explore, you'll be able to experience the game in a whole new way, and the game's economic and fantasy themes will come alive in a way that's both fresh and familiar. Whether you're playing solo or with up to four friends, Merchants Cove: Master Craft is the perfect way to breathe new life into your gaming sessions, and with its release in 2025, it's the perfect time to get on board and start exploring the world of Merchants Cove.
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