
- BGG rank
- BGG #11,017
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Warhammer 40,000: Codex
2 players120 min1994

Rules assistance for Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob
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Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob is an expansion for Starcadia Quest released in 2020 for 2–4 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers.
Brandalyn is one fasters triggers in the entire galaxy! And she's also all about precision too. When performing an ranged attack, she can choose 1 ranged boost - yes, only one - but she will double its effect. Seems like a great deal Unlike Brandalyn, Jakob tends to be less aggressive to reach a goal. After all, he doesn't want pass off as rude. But don't be mistaken. He's a specialist in the passive-aggressive technique. When attacking, the target is forced to exhaust one of their passive Upgrades - yep, those that usually aren't exhausted at all! — publisher’s description
Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob supports 2–4 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 Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob is 60 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 Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob for ages 14 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.
Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob belongs to these categories: Miniatures, Science Fiction, and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers. 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 Starcadia Quest: Brandalyn & Jakob as an expansion for Starcadia Quest. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Starcadia Quest to use it. Check that your edition of Starcadia Quest is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.