Quick Answer

Choose Spirited: Mediterranean Expansion for a blend of ancient trade and naval themes, or Spirited: American Expansion for indigenous cultures and diverse regional strategies. Both add four clans and wonders, so your pick depends on which theme and play style you prefer.

What Each Expansion Adds

Both Spirited expansions are designed to add new variety to your base game. Each includes 40 Clan Cards, 4 Allegiance Cards, 4 Wonders, 4 Clan Discs, and 4 Card Dividers. That means you get a full new set of clans and wonders to mix into your existing Spirited games.

The Mediterranean Expansion introduces the Carthaginian, Phoenician, Etruscan, and Minoan clans. These ancient civilizations bring a Mediterranean flavor of trade, seafaring, and early city-states. The American Expansion, on the other hand, adds Incan, Sioux, Inuit, and Mayan clans, reflecting the diverse cultures and environments of the Americas.

Theme and Play Style Differences

The two expansions differ mainly in theme and the strategic possibilities that come with each set of clans. Mediterranean clans may appeal to players who enjoy historical Mediterranean civilizations and their maritime and commercial strengths. American clans offer a broader range of cultural backgrounds, from the mountainous Incan empire to the Arctic Inuit, which could lead to more varied play styles.

Since the clans are new, they each come with unique abilities and wonders that can change how you approach the game. However, the specific abilities are not detailed in the catalog, so you'll need to explore them in play to see which suits your style.

Trade-Offs at a Glance

  • Theme preference: If you prefer ancient Mediterranean civilizations and maritime trade, choose the Mediterranean Expansion. If you prefer indigenous American cultures and diverse environments, go with the American Expansion. Consider which theme resonates more with your group.
  • Play style variety: The American Expansion's clans come from very different regions (Incan highlands, Sioux plains, Inuit Arctic, Mayan jungles), which might offer more varied abilities. The Mediterranean clans share a more connected cultural sphere, possibly leading to more cohesive strategies. Think about whether you want a cohesive theme or broader variety.
  • Price: The Mediterranean Expansion is priced at USD 10.50, while the American Expansion is USD 9.60. Both are below the comparison price of USD 15.00. If budget is a factor, the American Expansion is slightly cheaper.

Product Facts

  • Spirited: Mediterranean Expansion: Spirited: Mediterranean Expansion adds four new clans: Carthaginian, Phoenician, Etruscan, and Minoan, and includes 40 Clan Cards, 4 Allegiance Cards, 4 Wonders, 4 Clan Discs, and 4 Card Dividers. This expansion brings a cohesive Mediterranean theme with ancient civilizations known for trade and seafaring, which can influence your strategic choices.

    Spirited: Mediterranean Expansion

    Spirited: Mediterranean Expansion

  • Spirited: American Expansion: Spirited: American Expansion adds four new clans: Incan, Sioux, Inuit, and Mayan, and includes 40 Clan Cards, 4 Allegiance Cards, 4 Wonders, 4 Clan Discs, and 4 Card Dividers. This expansion offers a diverse set of cultures and environments, potentially providing a wider range of play styles and thematic variety.

    Spirited: American Expansion

    Spirited: American Expansion

Which Expansion Fits You?

Best for

  • Players who enjoy Mediterranean history and maritime themes – choose Mediterranean Expansion.
  • Players who want a wider cultural variety and potentially more diverse play styles – choose American Expansion.

Not for

  • Players who prefer a single cohesive theme across clans – the American Expansion's diverse cultures may feel less unified.
  • Players on a tight budget – the Mediterranean Expansion is slightly more expensive, though both are affordable.