Which Lost Ruins of Arnak expansion should you buy next?

Buy order

Start with Expedition Leaders.

1. 1

   Number 1: Expedition Leaders

   Buy this first

   Adds: Six leaders, each with their own powers and starting cards. Also a new research track, plus new items, artifacts, sites and guardians.

   Fixes: Every player starting the same way. Leaders give each person a different plan from turn one.

   The go-to first expansion if you only own the base game. Adds variety without changing how the game plays.

   Usually a better fit for a different kind of group — still fine if it sounds fun.

   Expansion1–4 playersPrice: $20–$40

   I own this: Expedition LeadersDetailsBuy Expedition Leaders:Amazon (opens in a new tab)Czech Games Edition (opens in a new tab)
2. 2

   Number 2: The Missing Expedition

   Worth it

   Adds: A six-chapter campaign for solo or two players working together. Also two leaders, a new research track, and new cards and guardians for normal games.

   Fixes: Adds a story campaign and a proper two-player co-op way to play.

   Best for solo players and couples who want a campaign. Also good if you own Expedition Leaders and want more leaders and tracks.

   Usually a better fit for a different kind of group — still fine if it sounds fun.

   Expansion1–4 playersPrice: $20–$40

   I own this: The Missing ExpeditionDetailsBuy The Missing Expedition:Amazon (opens in a new tab)Czech Games Edition (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   Number 3: Twisted Paths

   Most groups can skip

   Adds: A bigger two-sided map with two new temples and research tracks. Also new guardians, sites, assistants and extra solo content.

   For regular Arnak players who already own an earlier expansion. It adds a new board and more to track, but doesn't change the game much.

   Usually a better fit for a different kind of group — still fine if it sounds fun.

   Expansion1–4 playersPrice: $20–$40

   I own this: Twisted PathsDetailsBuy Twisted Paths:Amazon (opens in a new tab)Czech Games Edition (opens in a new tab)

Rankings are our editorial picks, built from the reviews linked on each expansion page. Last checked 2026-09-27.