Empire's explorers have just discovered a new planet inhabited by an unknown species: highly technologically advanced Aliens, who feed exclusively on minerals. Seize the opportunity to include these peace-loving humans in your Crew, and take advantage of their powerful abilities. This will require you to collect Quartz, those precious stones they love.
Encounters brings a new resource to Wild Space: Quartz. New Crew cards earn you some money when they are played for you. And at the end of your turn, you have the new extra ability to spend Quartz, for recruiting an Alien and adding him to your Crew. Aliens count as regular Crew cards, but they come with powerful abilities that enhance your combos.
Contents:
1 double-sided Planet tile
22 Crew cards
21 Alien cards
20 Quartz plastic crystals
6 double sided Captain cards
6 solo mode cards
1 rulebook