{"product_id":"rio-grande-games-dominion-dark-ages-expansion-35-new-kingdom-cards-for-dominion-not-stand-alone","title":"Rio Grande Games Dominion Dark Ages Expansion – 35 New Kingdom Cards for Dominion (Not Stand-Alone)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover Dominion Dark Ages Expansion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Ages expansion from Rio Grande Games is not a standalone game; you’ll need the base Dominion set to play. It broadens the card pool with 35 new Kingdom cards, introduces Ruins to challenge opponents, and swaps in Shelters that replace starting Estates. The core themes are trashing and upgrading, shaping new decisions each turn and inviting fresh engine possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e35 new Kingdom cards that open fresh combos and strategic paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRuins, a new card type that adds disruptive pressure on opponents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShelters that replace starting Estates, altering early-game tempo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCards that become available through specific card interactions and setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA strong emphasis on trashing and upgrading across the deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart of the broader Dominion ecosystem, expanding the adventure of building and upgrading (500-card universe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it changes play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect richer decision points as you balance trashing with upgrade paths. New trash triggers create tangible tension, while upgrades push you toward evolving engine options. The interplay with existing cards invites fresh strategies without prescribing a single route to victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for players who enjoy engine building, tempo management, and varied table dynamics. The expansion adds new synergies and interaction layers, giving you room to experiment with multi-card combos that suit your play style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho should consider this\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGroups seeking deeper, more variable Dominion sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlayers who like upgrade plus trash-focused mechanics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFans of strategic planning and predictive play who enjoy new synergies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that this expansion complements rather than replaces the base game, with straightforward setup that fits into existing play rhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Dominion Dark Ages Expansion standalone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No, you need the base Dominion set to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does the expansion add?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: 35 new Kingdom cards plus Ruins, Shelters, and upgrade-focused interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52910297448672,"sku":"B008GRI010","price":106.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.carouselstore.co.uk\/products\/rio-grande-games-dominion-dark-ages-expansion-35-new-kingdom-cards-for-dominion-not-stand-alone","provider":"Carousel Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}