Quick Answer
Pick the purple tower if you play Castle Panic 1st Edition; choose the green tower for 2nd Edition. Both deal damage to Monsters when destroyed, but they are edition-specific, so your game version determines the right pick.
Edition Compatibility Matters More Than Color
The purple and green promo towers are not just cosmetic variants—they are tied to specific editions of Castle Panic. The purple tower is labeled as the 2018 International TableTop Day Tower for 1st Edition, while the green tower is the 2015 version for 2nd Edition. Using the wrong one may not fit your game's components or theme.
If you own a 1st Edition copy, the purple tower aligns with that edition's artwork and components. For 2nd Edition players, the green tower is the intended match. This distinction is important for collectors and players who want a seamless integration.
Damage Effect: Both Towers Punish Monsters
Both promo towers share a key gameplay effect: they damage Monsters when destroyed. This can be a tactical asset, letting you turn a defensive structure into a parting strike. However, the exact amount of damage is not specified in the catalog, so you may need to check the card text or official rules for precise numbers.
Because the effect is similar, your decision should focus on edition compatibility rather than gameplay difference. If you have both editions, you might want both towers to match each game.
Trade-Offs at a Glance
- Purple Tower (1st Edition): Choose this if you own Castle Panic 1st Edition. It damages Monsters when destroyed and carries the 2018 TableTop Day label. Verify your edition before purchasing.
- Green Tower (2nd Edition): Choose this for Castle Panic 2nd Edition. It also deals damage when destroyed, with a green banner and Fireside Games logo. If you have 2nd Edition, this is the compatible promo.
- Both Towers: If you own both editions or play with different groups, getting both ensures you have the right tower for each game. Consider buying both to cover all your Castle Panic sessions.
Product Facts
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Promo Tower Purple - 1st Edition: This promo tower damages Monsters when destroyed and is labeled as the 2018 International TableTop Day Tower for 1st Edition, created with Geek & Sundry. If you play 1st Edition, this purple tower adds a thematic and functional promo that fits your game version.
Promo Tower Purple - 1st Edition
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Promo Tower Green - 2nd Edition: This promo tower does extra damage when destroyed and is the 2nd Edition version, showing a Fireside Games logo over a green banner. For 2nd Edition players, the green tower is the correct match, offering the same destructive benefit with edition-appropriate branding.
Promo Tower Green - 2nd Edition
Who Should Choose Which
Best for
- 1st Edition Castle Panic owners who want an edition-matched promo tower
- 2nd Edition players looking for a compatible tower with a green banner
Not for
- Players who want a tower with a different gameplay effect beyond damage-on-destruction
