Uncovering the Hidden Advantages of Alien Frontiers

Hi there! Have you ever heard of a game called Alien Frontiers? Well, let me tell you about some really cool things it has to offer that you may not even be aware of.

First, let’s talk about territory bonuses. These are special advantages you can gain by controlling certain areas on the game board. It’s like finding hidden treasures! By strategically placing your ships on specific territories, you can unlock powerful abilities that will give you an edge in the game.

Now, you might be wondering, what kind of bonuses are we talking about here? Well, let me give you a taste. How about the Terraforming Station? This territory grants you the ability to double the effect of any territory bonus you acquire. It’s like having a secret weapon up your sleeve!

Another exciting territory bonus is the Alien Artifact. This gem allows you to take an extra turn after everyone else has finished. Just imagine the possibilities! You could snatch the victory from your opponents by making that one last move no one saw coming.

And let’s not forget about the Shipyard. This territory not only lets you build additional ships but also allows you to place them on any open territory. Talk about flexibility! With the Shipyard, you can adapt your strategy on the fly and surprise your opponents with unexpected moves.

Now, I know what you’re thinking. How do I get these awesome territory bonuses? Well, my friend, it’s all about strategy. By carefully planning your moves and taking advantage of the different territories, you can secure these bonuses for yourself. But beware! Your opponents are also vying for control, so you’ll need to stay one step ahead and outsmart them at every turn.

So, the next time you sit down to play Alien Frontiers, remember to keep an eye out for those territory bonuses. They might just be the key to your victory. Good luck and happy gaming!

In each game, there are different territories that give players special advantages. To control a territory, a player needs to have more colonies there than any other player. When you control a territory, you get the territory counter.

For example, let’s say I have two colonies on Lem Badlands, and Green, Yellow, and Blue each have one colony on Lem Badlands. Since I have the most colonies on the territory, I control Lem Badlands.

If two or more players have the same number of colonies on a territory, none of them control it. Nobody gets the bonus for that territory. The counter stays on the territory and nobody controls it.

Example: There are two colonies each for the team Red and Yellow on the Lem Badlands. On the other hand, team Green and Blue each have one colony on the Lem Badlands. Since Red and Yellow have the same number of colonies, no team controls the territory, and as a result, no one earns the territory’s bonus.

Welcome to Asimov Crater!

Hey there! Today, I want to talk to you about a cool strategy to level up your colony in a game. It’s called the “Advance your colony” strategy.

So, here’s how it works: every turn, if you dock more than one ship at the Colonist Hub, you can advance your colony one extra level. It’s pretty neat, right? Let me give you an example to make things clearer.

Imagine you have Asimov Crater under your control. Normally, docking two ships at the Colonist Hub would advance your colony by two levels. But since you control Asimov Crater, you get an extra level, so you advance your colony by three levels instead! How awesome is that?

And it gets even better! If you dock three ships at the Colonist Hub, you can advance your colony by a whopping four levels. That’s some serious progress!

Bradbury Plateau

Save some cash when you use the Colony Constructor by paying one ore less than the usual fee.

Let me show you an example: Let’s say you bring a group of three 5s to the Colony Constructor for building a colony. Normally, you would have to pay three ore to activate the facility. But, since you have control over Bradbury Plateau, you only need to pay two ore. Pretty neat, right?

Burroughs Desert

If you want to get the Relic Ship, you’ll need to spend 1 fuel and 1 ore. Once you have it, just place it on the Maintenance Bay and keep it with your other ships until your next turn. But be careful! If you lose control of the territory, you’ll have to send the ship back to Burroughs Desert right away.

The Relic Ship works just like any other ship in your fleet, with one exception – it doesn’t have a color. And whenever it would normally be put back in the ship stock, it goes back to Burroughs Desert instead.

For more information, check out the Terraforming Station and the special discard power of a Plasma Cannon card. And if you’re the one in charge of Burroughs Desert, you can buy the Relic Ship again on your turn.

Example 1: Picture this: You are in charge of Burroughs Desert, leading a colony and utilizing the Relic Ship. Then, another player comes along, builds their own colony, and puts it on Burroughs Desert. At this point, neither of you can claim control over the territory. So what happens next? You promptly hand over the territory card and return the Relic Ship to Burroughs Desert.

Example 2: Let me paint a picture for you: Your trusty Relic Ship is safely docked at the Lunar Mine. Suddenly, another player throws a Stasis Beam your way and places an Isolation Field on Burroughs Desert. Now, here’s the catch: you have to give up your Relic Ship right away and can’t get it back until that Isolation Field is removed from Burroughs Desert.

Example 3: Imagine you have a special ship called the Relic Ship, and it has a number 6 on it. You decide to park your Relic Ship at the Terraforming Station so that you can establish a colony there. The interesting thing is that when your next turn begins, your Relic Ship doesn’t remain at the ship stock. Instead, it magically returns to the Burroughs Desert. But don’t worry, you have the opportunity to buy it back on that very same turn.

Discovering Heinlein Plains

When it comes to trading at the Orbital Market, the ratio is always 1 fuel for 1 ore. This means that for every unit of fuel you trade, you will receive one unit of ore in return.

For example: Let’s say you roll double 3s and dock your ships at the Orbital Market. Typically, any trades you make would be at a three-to-one ratio, where you trade three units of fuel for one unit of ore. However, if you control Heinlein Plains, you have a special advantage. You will always trade at a one-to-one ratio, meaning that no matter the value of your docked ships, you will only need to trade one unit of fuel for one unit of ore. This gives you a significant edge in trading.

Herbert Valley

When you build a ship at the Shipyard, you can save some resources. You only need to pay 1 less unit of fuel and ore for each ship you build. Isn’t that great?

To give you an idea, let’s say you want to build your 5th ship. Normally, you would have to pay 2 units of fuel and 2 units of ore. But because you control Herbert Valley, you get a special bonus. With the bonus, you only need to pay 1 unit of fuel and 1 unit of ore. It’s like getting a discount!

Now, imagine if you were building your 4th ship instead. In that case, the bonus from Herbert Valley would be even better. It would allow you to pay nothing at all! What a deal!

So, the Shipyard can be a real lifesaver when it comes to saving resources. Take advantage of this great opportunity to build ships more efficiently and expand your empire!

Lem Badlands

When you dock a ship at the Solar Converter, you receive an additional unit of fuel. This means that for each ship you dock, you will gain extra fuel.

For example: Let’s say you dock a ship with a value of 3 and another one with a value of 4 at the Solar Converter. Normally, you would receive 4 fuel. But since you control Lem Badlands, you gain an extra 2 fuel, bringing your total to 6 fuel.

Pohl Foothills

When using alien tech cards, you get a discount on fuel costs – you only have to pay one less fuel than usual. This can be a game-changer!

Let me show you a couple of examples:

Example 1: You have a Booster Pod card. Normally, you would have to spend 1 fuel to increase the value of an unplaced ship. But because you control Pohl Foothills, you don’t have to pay anything for this ability.

Example 2: You have a Plasma Cannon card. Usually, you would have to spend 1 fuel per ship to remove opponents’ ships from an orbital facility. However, because you control Pohl Foothills, you only have to pay 2 fuel to remove three ships from the Lunar Mine. That’s a great deal!

Van Vogt Mountains

When you arrive at the Lunar Mine, you have the opportunity to dock a ship. The value of the ship you choose to dock is important because it determines the reward you receive. Let me clarify with an example.

For instance, let’s say you rolled a 1, 2, 4, and 5. The highest value ship currently at the Lunar Mine is a 5. However, since you control Van Vogt Mountains, you can dock a ship with a value of 1, 2, or 4 for your first choice. This means you have the flexibility to choose between these three ships.

If you decide to dock the 5, you will receive a second ore as a reward. It’s worth noting that you can only dock one ship per turn, so choose wisely.

When you visit the Lunar Mine, keep in mind that your decision of which ship to dock can greatly impact your gameplay strategy. Make sure to consider all the possible options and choose the one that best suits your goals. Good luck!