Gloom 2nd Ed: Unwelcome Guests

In the Gloom card game, lead your oddball family of misfits through the most tragic events and then help them find peace in death. This new set comes with 55 transparent cards. Combine them with your Gloom game to introduce morbid new Modifiers, Events, and Untimely Deaths. There's also a new family - the smelly Malone mob, along with The Broken Arms Hotel as a Residence card for use with the Unhappy Homes expansion. When Boils Malone took his family overseas to escape the heat, he didn't expect so much rain! The cards feature new persistent effect icons, adding an extra layer of strategy. These special effects stay active even if the card is covered, ending only when the attached character is killed. Inside the set, you'll find five Unwelcome Guest cards. At the start of the game, deal one or more face - up in the center of the table. Guests follow the card types noted on them. Whenever a 'trigger' card is played on a character, the living Guest immediately joins that character's family, bringing all its Modifiers. This can delay the game's end if a final play draws a Guest to the near - winner's family.

How to use: First, mix the 55 transparent cards from this new set with your existing Gloom game. Shuffle well before starting. When dealing the cards, make sure to place the Unwelcome Guest cards face - up in the center of the table at the beginning of the game. As the game progresses, keep an eye on the persistent effect icons on the cards. These effects will stay active until the attached character is killed. When a 'trigger' card for a Guest is played, move the Guest and its Modifiers to the appropriate family. Things to note: Be aware that the Unwelcome Guests can change the game's outcome, especially if they are drawn to the near - winner's family. This may extend the game, so be patient. Maintenance: To keep your cards in good condition, store them in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or moisture. If the cards get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.