Embark on an exciting journey to witness the resurgence of dragons and the ascent of Daenerys Targaryen in this thrilling expansion. You have the chance to play as the powerful Houses Targaryen and Arryn. With the brand - new Vassal system, you can recruit the aid of mighty neutral characters. Additionally, you can turn to the influential Iron Bank of Braavos for support. This is an expansion for A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (2nd Edition), not a standalone product. It requires a copy of the second - edition board game to play. Inspired by George R.R. Martin's best - selling A Song of Ice and Fire series, this board game is all about conflict and intrigue. Winning demands more than just military strength; strategic planning, diplomatic skills, and smart card play are essential to spread your influence across Westeros. In the Mother of Dragons expansion, cross the Narrow Sea. It comes with a side board of the Free Cities of Essos, an overlay of the Eyrie, and new characters and mechanics that bring House Targaryen and House Arryn into the battle. The new game mechanics let you call other Houses to your cause using the vassal mechanic or seek help from the Iron Bank of Braavos. But be careful, as the Iron Bank will expect repayment, and a bad investment could lead to swift retribution. This epic board game is for 3 to 8 players aged 14 and above, with an average playtime of about 2 to 4 hours. It includes 2 new playable houses, support for up to 8 players, 45 plastic units, 3 plastic dragon units, 1 large Essos side board, 12 Iron Bank loan cards, 24 sea order tokens, 10 new Westeros cards, 1 Vassal House Card Deck, 7 Vassal Setup Decks, and 15 area improvement tokens. The theme is tabletop board games, suitable for ages 14+, with 3 - 8 players and a playtime of 120 - 240 minutes.
To start playing, first, make sure you have a copy of A Game of Thrones: The Board Game Second Edition as this is an expansion. Set up the large Essos side board and overlay the Eyrie. Distribute the plastic units, dragon units, and tokens according to the game rules. Each player selects a house, either the new playable Houses Targaryen or Arryn, or other available ones. When using the vassal mechanic, think carefully about which neutral characters to enlist. You can also seek help from the Iron Bank of Braavos, but remember, they'll want their money back. Try to use your cards strategically during the game, whether it's the Iron Bank loan cards, sea order tokens, or Westeros cards. Keep in mind that the game is designed for 3 to 8 players aged 14 and above, and it can take about 2 to 4 hours to finish. After playing, store the game components in a dry and cool place to keep them in good condition. Avoid bending the cards or damaging the plastic units. If the tokens get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft cloth.
