Scythe: Encounters

New encounters. Bold decisions. Unexpected consequences.

Expand your Scythe universe with Scythe: Encounters, a thrilling deck of 32 brand-new promo encounter cards that inject fresh life and strategic twists into your games. These cards introduce bold choices, narrative surprises, and dynamic innovations that add even more depth to the award-winning strategy board game.

Designed by Jamey Stegmaier and inspired by fan feedback, each encounter card features unique scenarios, offering both tactical challenges and thematic immersion. Whether you're navigating political tension or experimenting with wild new options, these encounters bring unpredictability and excitement to every session.

We recommend playing with only these new cards for your first few games—then mix them into your existing encounter deck for a richer variety going forward.

Game Info

• Players: 1–7
• Ages: 14+
• Playing Time: 90–115 minutes
• Publisher: Stonemaier Games
• Expansion: Requires Scythe base game to play

Features

• 32 Brand-New Encounter Cards: Fresh content to challenge seasoned and new players alike
• Innovative Choices: More complex and thematic decisions than in the original deck
• Modular Design: Use as a standalone encounter deck or mix with the original
• Enhances Replayability: Adds narrative and strategic variety to every game
• Fully Compatible: Works seamlessly with all Scythe expansions

Why You'll Love It

Scythe: Encounters elevates your strategic experience with cards that surprise, delight, and challenge in new ways. These encounters are perfect for players looking to inject narrative creativity and tactical dilemmas into their sessions. Whether you’re an expansion veteran or exploring for the first time—this deck is a must-have for any Scythe enthusiast.