
- BGG rank
- BGG #3,137
- BGG rating
- 7.7
Skytear
- 2–4 players
- 45 min
- Complexity 3.3/5
- 2020

Rules assistance for PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions
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PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions is an expansion for PAX released in 2015 for 1–5 players, 30–45 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Set Collection.
From the publisher: PAX Expansion: the slaves are re-arming themselves and Rome, too, does not remain idle. With the new cards; Militia, Scouts, and Adversaries, additional tactics are possible for the slaves as well as for Rome. Pergamemnon Expansion: out of the Abyss come the Germans and the Macedonians, two more powerful nations to compete with the others. In addition to the specific skills of each people, all players now have the option to acquire additional skills.
PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions supports 1–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions is 30–45 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions has a complexity rating of 2.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Fighting. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Set Collection. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists PAX & Pergamemnon Expansions as an expansion for PAX. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need PAX to use it. Check that your edition of PAX is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.