Maul Peak: Ancient Relics Mini-Expansion – What's Inside?

A practical look at the Maul Peak: Ancient Relics Mini-Expansion: what the eight-card deck adds, how it changes play, and who should buy it.

Publishing teamXI LANGS Editorial

PublishedOct 13, 2026

Page updatedOct 23, 2026

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Maul Peak: Ancient Relics Mini-Expansion – What's Inside?

Quick answer

The Maul Peak: Ancient Relics Mini-Expansion is a small add-on that gives you a new eight-card "Ancient Relics" deck plus everything needed to add a new dimension to play. If you already enjoy Maul Peak and want a compact, low-cost way to vary your sessions, this is an easy buy. If you are looking for a full new faction or a complete overhaul, a larger expansion will serve you better.

What the Ancient Relics deck actually adds

This is not a standalone game. It is an expansion for Maul Peak, so you need the base game to use it. The mini-expansion comes with a new eight-card "Ancient Relics" deck and all that is needed to add a new dimension to play. That means no extra components beyond the deck and its support pieces, which keeps setup simple and storage light.

Because the deck is small, it slots into your existing copy without replacing anything. You are adding a new layer of decisions rather than rewriting the game. For players who already know Maul Peak well, that is the appeal: a fresh set of options that still feels like the same game.

How to decide if it fits your table

Think about how often Maul Peak hits your table and whether you want more variety without a big rules teach. The Ancient Relics deck is best for groups who play the base game regularly and want a subtle twist. It is less useful if you are still learning the base game, because adding new cards before you know the core flow can slow things down.

If you are comparing mini-expansions, note that this one is specifically for Maul Peak. Other mini-expansions in the catalog, like The One Hundred Torii: Koi Mini-Expansion and The One Hundred Torii: Toku Mini-Expansion, are for a different base game and will not work here. Always check the base game name before buying.

The One Hundred Torii: Toku Mini-Expansion

A quick comparison with other mini-expansions

Mini-expansions come in different shapes. The Koi Mini-Expansion for The One Hundred Torii is a second expansion for advanced players, in which each player is dealt a set of action cards at the start of the game. Koi cards are worth one journey point if kept until the end of the game or they may be used as special actions for extra tokens, using multiple characters, etc. Players only get one of each action card, but they can use them in different ways.

The Toku Mini-Expansion for The One Hundred Torii is a set of bonus reward cards, some of which are randomly placed on top of the large token piles each game. The first player to earn a given Large Landmark token, Geisha bonus token, or Enclosure bonus token also gains the Toku card on top. Toku cards are worth one journey point if kept until the end of the game or they may be spent for a benefit.

The delicious-community-garden-mini-expansion-e911d729f7d480437b479313-1021932">Delicious: Community Garden Mini-Expansion lets you create bonuses for completing specific containers or the planter. During setup, 3 pairs of cards provide random bonuses for completely filling each depicted container (or 1 scorable row or column in the planter). Bonuses include ignoring placement restrictions, turning a vegetable, fruit, or tool into something else, and more.

Compared with those, the Ancient Relics deck is a straightforward addition to Maul Peak. It does not add a new board or a campaign. It gives you a focused set of cards that change how you approach your turns. If you want a small, thematic boost, this fits.

Decision rules for buying Ancient Relics

You already own and enjoy Maul Peak: The Ancient Relics deck is designed specifically for Maul Peak. If the base game is a regular at your table, this adds variety without a heavy rules overhead. Buy it if you want a small, thematic change to a game you already love.
You want a full new faction or a big box: This is a mini-expansion with an eight-card deck. It does not add new factions, boards, or a campaign. If you want a large-scale change, look for a full expansion instead. Skip it if you are looking for a major overhaul.
You are new to Maul Peak: Adding cards before you know the base game can slow down learning. Play the core game a few times first so you can appreciate what the new deck changes. Wait until you have a few base-game sessions under your belt.
You are buying for a different base game: This expansion is only for Maul Peak. Other mini-expansions in the catalog, like those for The One Hundred Torii or Delicious, are not compatible. Double-check the base game name on the product page before you buy.

Product facts

Maul Peak: Ancient Relics Mini-Expansion: This is an expansion for Maul Peak. This mini-expansion comes with a new eight-card "Ancient Relics" deck and all that is needed to add a new dimension to play. You get a compact, self-contained deck that expands your options without extra bulk. It is easy to store and quick to add to your existing copy.
The One Hundred Torii: Koi Mini-Expansion: This is an expansion for The One Hundred Torii. The Koi mini-expansion is a second expansion for advanced players, in which each player is dealt a set of action cards at the start of the game. Koi cards are worth one journey point if kept until the end of the game or they may be used as special actions for extra tokens, using multiple characters, etc. Players only get one of each action card, but they can use them in different ways. This shows a different style of mini-expansion: one that adds hand management and scoring tension. If you want that kind of complexity, Koi is a better fit than Ancient Relics.