After decades of geological tests done on a remote research station deep in Tollaran space scientists stumbled upon amazing discovery They found that the rare crystals they were studying have enormous amount of energy unlike anything they&ve seen before The discovery of these crystals led the galaxy to a new era of technological breakthroughs as it was already going through exciting & turbulent times since the start of the first major intergalactic conflicts When using Small Star Empires Dawn of Discoveries at the start of the game you randomly draw crystals of three colors from the bag & place one at each 1 planet system on the board in addition you shuffle the technology deck & reveal several technology cards that will be available for the players to research (purchase) Once you colonize a system containing a crystal you collect that crystal During the game you may spend collected crystals in order to research the available technologies in addition you may also build research stations on the board When an opponent colonizes a system adjacent to your research station you both get "research bonus" & gain one extra crystal for use The technologies that you will research range from new engine drives that enable special movement across the board utility modules that can be used to colonize asteroids & weapons & shields that can be used to defend or damage ships Eventually the technologies could score points at the end of the game so you need to think about which technologies fit your strategy best! How will you use the possibilities that the powerful crystals have to offer? Will you use the them to engage in researching peaceful technologies to further prosper your civilization or engage in military research in order to subdue the other civilizations? ...

After decades of colonization the spacefaring races have finally come to the moment where even their own colonized space is not enough Tensions are rising as each civilization tries to force its agenda upon the crowded galaxy & fortify its position When using Small Star Empires The Galactic Divide at the beginning of the game you choose which civilization to play with & take its corresponding civilization board Each civilization board has unique abilities that cost certain amounts of power to play & a track on which you mark the amount of power you have available To increase your power you must build massive battle stations on strategic locations adjacent to other players Battle stations also protect your adjacent systems disabling the other players from using special abilities on your territories Will you accept planets into your Tollaran Republic to build a mighty galactic federation conquer the galaxy under your Hantal&ar Empire unite the planets under Ora& Nor or buy the most powerful galactic corporations as the Pern Conglomerate? ...

1300 Scale Plastic Model Kit Construction & painting required Paints glues & brushes included Skill Level 1 (where 1 is for beginner & 4 is for the more experienced modeller) Model

Dimensions L 164mm x W69mm No of parts 29

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Armpit & X-Ray are living in Austin Texas It is three years since they left the confines of Camp Green Lake Detention Centre & Armpit is taking small steps to turn his life around He is working for a landscape gardener because he is good at digging holes he is going to school & he is enjoying his first proper romance but is he going to be able to stay out of trouble when there is so much building up against him? In this exciting novel Armpit is joined by many vibrant new characters & is learning what it takes to stay on course & that doing the right thing is never the wrong choice ...

Build key business relationships Collins Small Talk gives you the confidence to start a conversation & transition into bigger conversation topics so that you are able to build relationships develop business partnerships & be successful in business Learn the language to Meet people for the first time Greet people in subsequent meetings Show & receive hospitality Deal with remote communication End a conversation The book

Includes:: information on best practice & key phrases for students to refer to & practise saying out loud using online audio Online audio also

Includes:: good & bad examples of authentic recordings of small talk for learners to listen to & assess Suitable for students whose level of English is Intermediate CEF level B1 & higher Small Talk is part of Collins' English for Business range of materials to help business people who need to use English frequently in their work It is designed for people who are about to or already work for a foreign or multinational company deal with overseas customers or travel for business Other titles in the Collins English for Business range Reading Writing Listening Speaking Key Business Skills Business Grammar & Practice Business Vocabulary in Practice Effective International Business Communication



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Bring a charming blue touch to any Rustic Edge living environment with this sleek assortment of Dolomite pots With their assorted patterned decal & added rustic features these terracotta tone edged pots will look perfect on any windowsill shelf or garden space when filled with floral blooms ...

Fans of cats & tarot will appreciate this mesmerising & detailed piece of art depicting a black cat overlooking a set of cards ...

An ordinary boy in an ordinary world With no words only illustrations Small Things tells the story of a boy who feels alone with his worries but who learns that help is always close by A universal story told simply & with breathtaking beauty about dealing with sadness anxiety depression heartache or loss & finding your way in the world ...

From the magical imagination of the incredibly talented fantasy & fairy artist Selina Fenech this enchanting cushion is exclusively available through Nemesis Now Wearing only leaves this slender fairy kneels casually against a red toadstool delicate pink & cream butterfly wings emerging from her back Pink flowers are visible in her long blonde hair as she turns to look at you calmly red butterflies flying around her A window into a world of enchantment Selina Fenechs art has been enchanting & delighting audiences worldwide for decades Now that art can adorn a cushion meaning you can add a touch of wonder & magic to any sofa bed or armchair SPECIFICATIONSDesigner Selina Fenech Category Fairies Function Cushions Weight 05200 kg Primary Colour White Secondary Colour Red ...

From the magical imagination of the incredibly talented fantasy & fairy artist Selina Fenech this enchanting clock is exclusively available through Nemesis Now Wearing only leaves this slender fairy kneels casually against a red toadstool delicate pink & cream butterfly wings emerging from her back Pink flowers are visible in her long blonde hair as she turns to look at you calmly red butterflies flying around her A window into a world of enchantment Selina Fenech´s art has been enchanting & delighting audiences worldwide for decades Now that art can adorn a clock meaning you can add a touch of wonder & magic to any room SPECIFICATIONS Weight 07042 kg ...