CMON has pulled back the curtain on their highly anticipated Crowdfunding Exclusive Teen Titans expansion for the upcoming DC Super Heroes United board game. This expansion, available to backers who opt for the Titans pledge level, promises to bring the beloved team of teenage superheroes to the gaming table in spectacular fashion.
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The Teen Titans: A New Dimension of Heroism
The Teen Titans expansion introduces a dynamic roster of young heroes, each bringing unique abilities & gameplay mechanics that promise to add new layers of strategy to DC Super Heroes United. At the forefront is Dick Grayson as Robin, the team’s seasoned leader whose tactical acumen shines through in his gameplay mechanics.
Robin’s leadership skills are reflected in his ability to inspire fellow heroes. When he performs Attack or Heroic Actions in the presence of another Hero, they gain a token of the same type, simulating Robin’s knack for leading by example. His tactical analysis further enhances team performance by providing additional Action tokens to Heroes. True to his training under Batman, Robin can also rough up Thugs to gain advance information about the Villain’s Master Plan, adding a strategic intelligence-gathering element to the game.
No Batman protégé would be complete without gadgets, & Robin doesn’t disappoint. He comes equipped with the iconic Batarang, allowing attacks on adjacent Locations, & his signature Escrima Sticks, perfect for taking out multiple Thugs in close combat.
Magical Might: Raven Joins the Fray
Raven, daughter of the demon Trigon, brings an array of magical abilities to the team. Her complex heritage is reflected in her gameplay, with each of her cards featuring unique Special Effects. From striking multiple Locations with Magic Blasts to using Telepathy for card swaps with the Storyline, Raven’s versatility is unmatched.
Her protective abilities shine through with Force Field creation, which can shield allies or push back Villains. Raven’s empathic powers allow for healing & deck manipulation, while her signature Soul-Self ability grants her invulnerability, extra Actions, & the power to teleport herself & others during movement.
Beast Boy: A Menagerie of Possibilities
Garfield Logan, better known as Beast Boy, introduces a fascinating shape-shifting mechanic to the game. At the end of each turn, players can select from eight different Animal Form cards, placing their choice next to Beast Boy’s Therianthropy card. This innovative system allows Beast Boy to access a wide array of abilities, adapting to the situation at hand.
Beast Boy’s Animal Forms include:
- Whale: Immune to Crisis tokens & immovable
- Cheetah: Doubles movement & can carry others
- Bull: Charges through every Location entered
- Mouse: Difficult for Villains to target
- Dragon: Protects Locations from Overflows
- Werewolf: Doubles Attack power
- Owl: Grants foresight into any deck
- T-Rex: Devastates entire Locations with powerful attacks
This shape-shifting mechanic adds a layer of strategic planning, as players must anticipate their needs for the coming turn while leveraging Beast Boy’s current form.
Starfire: Alien Princess with Energy to Spare
Rounding out the hero roster is Starfire, whose alien physiology grants her formidable energy-based powers. Her Starbolts can strike enemies in adjacent Locations with considerable force, while her energy absorption ability allows her to convert incoming ranged attacks into Action tokens.
Starfire’s extreme durability is represented by her ability to completely ignore damage under certain conditions. Her strong mind grants her telepathic immunity, protecting her from effects that would normally hinder Hero card play.
Villainous Threats: Deathstroke & Trigon
The expansion doesn’t just bolster the heroes’ ranks; it also introduces two formidable villains to challenge players.
Deathstroke: The World’s Deadliest Mercenary
Slade Wilson, aka Deathstroke, brings his lethal skills to bear against the Teen Titans. His gameplay mechanics reflect his tactical genius & combat prowess. Deathstroke begins each game by playing two consecutive Master Plan cards, simulating his meticulous planning & preparation.
The heart of Deathstroke’s threat lies in his Assassination Technique cards. When attacking a Hero, Deathstroke draws one of these cards, displaying various Action symbols. For each symbol the Hero can’t match with cards in their hand, they suffer damage. This mechanic creates tense, high-stakes confrontations that capture Deathstroke’s reputation as a deadly & unpredictable foe.
Deathstroke’s Threat cards further enhance his lethality, scattering traps across the board, providing weapons for long-range attacks, & allowing him to analyze & exploit the Heroes’ weaknesses.
Trigon: Demon Lord of Cosmic Proportions
Standing at an imposing 14 cm tall, Trigon’s miniature is a physical manifestation of the threat he poses. This demon lord presents a unique challenge: Heroes cannot defeat him through conventional means & must instead focus on closing magical Seals to banish him back to his hellish domain.
Trigon’s presence on the board is oppressive. Heroes can’t even enter his Location, & he freely roams the board, attacking with immense strength & converting Civilians into demon spawn. His Master Plan cards interfere with the Heroes’ efforts to close the Seals, including mind control effects that can derail carefully laid plans.
To banish Trigon, Heroes must close Seals in all Locations. Each Seal requires a specific combination of four Actions & the sacrifice of a Hero card, creating a race against time as Trigon’s influence spreads.
Expanded Gameplay Options
The Teen Titans expansion also introduces new Locations that capture the team’s world. Titans Tower & its vicinity offer Action tokens when kept clear of Thugs. Jump City High School provides opportunities for Thug removal & Civilian protection. The Jump City Juvenile Correction Facility can rehabilitate Thugs, turning them into Civilians. Conversely, the H.I.V.E. Tower presents a constant threat, rewarding players with Action tokens for keeping Civilians away from its dangerous influence.
For added variety, Trigon can be included in any game as a Challenge. In this mode, he operates independently from the main Villain, exerting his unholy influence from the opposite side of the board. His presence empowers Henchmen, spawns demonic Thugs, & directly threatens the Heroes, requiring them to confront & banish him through Heroic Actions.
Component Overview
The Crowdfunding Exclusive Teen Titans expansion is packed with high-quality components:
- 6 detailed miniatures (Robin, Raven, Beast Boy, Starfire, Deathstroke, & the oversized Trigon)
- 48 Hero Cards (12 each for Robin, Raven, Beast Boy, & Starfire)
- 2 Equipment Cards
- 2 Villain Dashboards (Deathstroke & Trigon)
- 24 Master Plan Cards (12 each for Deathstroke & Trigon)
- 12 Threat Cards (6 each for Deathstroke & Trigon)
- 4 new Location tiles
- 1 Beast Boy Therianthropy Card
- 8 Beast Boy Animal Form Cards
- 2 Challenge Cards
- 12 Deathstroke’s Assassination Technique Cards
A Must-Have for DC Fans & Gamers Alike
The Teen Titans expansion for DC Super Heroes United represents a significant addition to the base game, offering fans the opportunity to engage with a beloved team in a new, interactive format. The expansion’s Crowdfunding Exclusive status adds an element of urgency for collectors & enthusiasts.
With its blend of beloved characters, innovative mechanics, & high-quality components, the Teen Titans expansion promises to keep DC Super Heroes United fresh & exciting for multiple playthroughs. As CMON’s crowdfunding campaign continues, this expansion is likely to be a major draw for backers, potentially influencing pledge levels & generating significant buzz in the gaming community.
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For fans of the DC universe, particularly those with a soft spot for the Teen Titans, this expansion appears to be an essential addition to their gaming collection. It not only expands the roster of playable characters but also introduces new villains & gameplay elements that promise to challenge even seasoned players of DC Super Heroes United.
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