Scythe: The Wind Gambit*

Scythe: The Wind Gambit is an intriguing expansion to the popular board game Scythe, adding new dimensions and strategic layers. This expansion introduces the groundbreaking technology of airships and a new system of resolutions, altering how players interact with each other and how the game concludes. These additions can be used with just the base game or combined with other expansions, offering flexibility and variety in gameplay.

Gameplay Overview

  • Airship Module: Introduces a new type of unit, the airship, with unique movement capabilities and abilities.
  • Resolution Module: Changes the end-game conditions, offering a fresh twist on how Scythe concludes.

Special Features

  • Unique Airship Abilities: Each airship possesses a combination of one aggressive and one passive ability, the same for all players.
  • Expanded Movement: Airships can move without being constrained by rivers and lakes.
  • New End-Game Scenarios: The resolution module introduces various ways the game can end, replacing the standard end-game trigger.

Conclusion

Scythe: The Wind Gambit significantly enhances the Scythe experience with its innovative airship mechanics and variable end-game conditions. This expansion not only adds thematic depth to the game’s representation of a burgeoning, steampunk Europa but also offers players new strategic options and pathways to victory. Whether you're soaring across the board with airships or navigating the nuances of the new resolutions, The Wind Gambit is sure to bring a refreshing and exciting dynamic to your Scythe games.

Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

  • 1 - 7 Players
  • 70 - 140 Minutes
  • 14+ years old
  • Medium difficulty

We like Scythe: The Wind Gambit so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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