Rivals for CATAN Age of Darkness Expansion Card Game [Board Game]

Dive deeper into the strategic world of Catan with the Rivals for Catan: Age of Darkness Expansion by Catan Studio, a thrilling 90-card expansion designed for the two-player Rivals for Catan card game. Perfect for fans of the base game, this expansion introduces three dynamic theme sets—The Era of Intrigue, The Era of Merchant Princes, and The Era of Barbarians—each adding fresh challenges, new strategies, and immersive storytelling to your gameplay.

• The Era of Intrigue: Navigate a spiritual clash as religious disputes threaten your resources. Build Churches and Temples to mitigate losses, lure opposing heroes, and amass gold. Construct the Great Thingstead to resolve the conflict and claim victory.
• The Era of Merchant Princes: Dominate Catan’s trade routes by constructing Commercial Harbors and Merchant’s Residences. Leverage Maritime Trade Monopolies, Master Merchants, and the Shipbuilder to outmaneuver your opponent and control commerce.
• The Era of Barbarians: Face relentless barbarian invasions that test your defenses. Deploy Castles, Border Fortresses, the Strategist, Caravels, and new heroes to protect your settlements—or risk being overrun.

This expansion also introduces the Tournament Game, where players craft custom decks for ultimate strategic showdowns. With new card types like Region Expansions, Extraordinary Sites, and Foreign Cards, plus compatibility with the Duel of the Princes scenario, Age of Darkness offers endless replayability. The compact box includes 90 cards, an almanac, and a rules book, fitting seamlessly into the base game’s storage for easy travel.

Key Features

• Designed for 2 players, ages 10+
• 45–90 minute playtime
• Requires Rivals for Catan base game (Standard or Deluxe)
• Adds depth with three unique 30-card theme decks
• Enhances strategy with new mechanics and the Tournament Game mode

Whether you’re outwitting rivals in trade, defending against barbarian hordes, or balancing spiritual disputes, Rivals for Catan: Age of Darkness delivers intense, engaging gameplay that elevates the Catan experience. Perfect for family game nights or competitive duels, this expansion is a must-have for Catan enthusiasts seeking new adventures.