CATAN Expansion: Cities & Knights – 6th Edition (English) Expand your CATAN adventures with the Cities & Knights – 6th Edition Expansion, a rich and strategic addition to the classic board game. Designed for players who crave deeper tactics and more interaction, this expansion transforms the familiar world of Catan into a dynamic battlefield of development, defense, and diplomacy. In Cities & Knights, players work to grow their settlements into prosperous cities while defending against invading barbarians. Alongside traditional resources, you’ll collect valuable commodities such as cloth, coin, and paper, which unlock powerful progress cards and city improvements. As you advance in trade, politics, and science, your city gains special abilities that open up new strategic pathways and competitive advantages. A unique aspect of this expansion is the barbarian threat. Each turn brings the barbarians closer, and players must muster knights to protect Catan. If the combined strength of all players’ knights isn’t enough, the weakest city suffers — creating tension, cooperation, and strategic decision‑making in every game. Cities & Knights also supports larger player counts when used with the 5‑6 player extension, making it ideal for game nights and bigger groups. With updated cards, expanded mechanics, and thematic depth, this expansion enhances replayability and brings new life to your CATAN gaming experience. Key Features Advanced Strategic Depth: New mechanics like city development and knights for tactical play Barbarian Threat Mechanic: Cooperative defense with competitive consequences Expanded Resource & Progress Systems: Use cloth, coin, and paper to unlock powerful cards Enhanced Player Interaction: Politics, trade, and science influence rivalries and alliances Supports 3–6 Players: Works with the 5‑6 player extension for larger game groups Perfect for seasoned settlers and strategy lovers, Cities & Knights adds drama, depth, and unforgettable decisions to the world of CATAN.