
- BGG rank
- BGG #2
- BGG rating
- 8.5
Ark Nova
- 1–4 players
- 90–150 min
- Complexity 3.8/5
- 2021

Rules assistance for Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1
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Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 is an expansion for Waroong Wars (Second Edition) released in 2020 for 3–5 players, 30–45 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by David Santoso, Adhicipta R. Wirawan, Wikan Prabowo, and Aditya Pradana and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Set Collection, and Open Drafting.
This promo consists of 4 cards addition to the main game: Mas Shala Character card Start the game with a "Secret Spice" card. "Secret Spice" card count as "Go Boy!" card. You can have 2 "Go Boy!" card max. Mrs Van Meijden Character Card Before shopping phase, choose 1 displayed menu card by placing "Madam Choice" card above it. When you cook it this round, take an extra point token. 2 Pempek Menu Card (6 VP) Need 3 "Unique" and 1 "Spice" cards.
Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 supports 3–5 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 Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 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 Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 for ages 8 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.
Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 belongs to these categories: Card Game and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Set Collection, and Open Drafting. 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 Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 are: David Santoso, Adhicipta R. Wirawan, Wikan Prabowo, and Aditya Pradana. 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 Waroong Wars (Second Edition): Character Expansion 1 as an expansion for Waroong Wars (Second Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Waroong Wars (Second Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Waroong Wars (Second Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.