Blood and Plunder: Raise the Black Expansion Book
About this Product
The Raise the Black Expansion Book for Blood and Plunder dives into the Golden Age of Piracy, expanding the game's core rules to cover the early 18th century. This 170+ page hardcover supplement from Firelock Games introduces new factions, characters, units, and historical campaigns based on real events and legendary figures such as Blackbeard, Charles Vane, and Anne Bonny.
This expansion adds depth and replayability to the Blood and Plunder system with campaign rules, ship upgrades, and thematic scenarios that bring iconic pirate conflicts to life. Whether you're fielding ruthless privateers, rebellious sailors, or colonial powers, Raise the Black lets you explore the volatile, treasure-hungry world of 1710–1730 in full cinematic style.
Key Features
• Full-color 170+ page hardcover expansion
• Covers the Golden Age of Piracy (circa 1710–1730)
• Introduces new factions: English & Spanish Royal Navy, Blackbeard’s Pirates, and more
• Includes rules for famous historical characters
• New campaign system and scenarios for narrative play
• Compatible with all existing Blood and Plunder content
Why Buy This Book?
• Deepens the historical immersion and narrative potential of your games
• Adds iconic pirate legends and new factions to the game
• Ideal for campaign-based play and story-driven scenarios
• A must-have expansion for Blood and Plunder fans and collectors
Gameplay Role
Raise the Black provides campaign mechanics, faction rules, and thematic content to extend your Blood and Plunder experience beyond standard skirmishes. It’s ideal for players looking to recreate the political intrigue, mutinies, and naval duels of the early 18th century.
Historical Context Sidebar
The Golden Age of Piracy (roughly 1710–1730) was marked by infamous figures like Blackbeard and the decline of centralized naval control in the Caribbean. This era saw the rise of autonomous pirate republics, defiant privateers, and harsh crackdowns by European navies. Raise the Black captures this dramatic period with historical accuracy and cinematic flair, offering players a glimpse into the volatile twilight of pirate power.
