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Expansion for The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac
The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3
2024
Rules assistance for The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 1–5 players
- 40–90 min
- 14+
Rules assistant for The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3
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The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 is an expansion for The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac released in 2024 for 1–5 players, 40–90 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Davide Garofalo and Riccardo Landi and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement.
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About the game
Volume 3 is the climactic finale to the 'Curse of the Zodiac' saga. This expansion introduces the final four Zodiacs demigods, completing the astrological circle and offering the most challenging encounters in the series thanks to their unpredicatable behaviors, with dynamic mid-fight transformations that significantly shift the gameplay loop. As with other expansions, Volume 3 takes full advantage of the Teburu digital system, which handles rules, events, and campaign progression, leaving players free to focus on tactical and interpretive choices. New Zodiacs Volume 3 completes the roster of the Zodiacs with 4 high-quality Smart Miniatures representing the four final zodiac signs, known for having the most unpredictable attack patterns and reactions: - Sagittarius: A master of range and mobility, forcing players to manage distance constantly. - Capricorn: A defensive powerhouse that utilizes environmental obstacles and ""shattering"" mechanics. - Aquarius: Focuses on area-of-control and elemental manipulation (water/ice effects). - Pisces: Features deceptive mechanics, often splitting the players' focus. New Scenarios & Environments 4 unique Tactical Maps, with high-detail boards that feature specific terrain types (cliffs, ritual sites, etc.) and dedicated environment standees (18 items in total). The Grand Finale Campaign The app-driven story reaches its conclusion, with the final narrative arc revealing the ultimate truth behind the "Bad Karmas" and the curse itself. —description from the publisher
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Pegasus Spiele
- Xplored
- Teburu
Questions and answers
The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 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 The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 is 40–90 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 The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 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.
The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Fighting, and Miniatures. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement. 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 credited designers of The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 are: Davide Garofalo and Riccardo Landi. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac: Volume 3 as an expansion for The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac to use it. Check that your edition of The Bad Karmas and The Curse of the Zodiac is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.