Birds of Continental Europe Promo Pack: How to Use It in Wingspan

By Stonemaier Games | Published: 2026-11-01

Category: How-to Guides

Add the 25 fan-designed Birds of Continental Europe to your Wingspan games with a simple setup and shuffling routine that keeps decks balanced and games fair.

Quick answer

Shuffle the 25 Birds of Continental Europe promo cards into your main Wingspan bird deck before setup, then play as normal. They are fully compatible with the base game and any expansion that uses the standard bird deck.

Why these cards blend in so easily

The pack was created in cooperation with Elizabeth Hargrave and fan creation coordinator Travis Willse, with cards designed by Sam Gray. The art matches the style of the other birds, so the promo cards do not stand out on the table. That consistency matters because the pack is meant to feel like a natural extension of the game, not a separate module.

When to leave them out

If you are teaching new players, you may want to set the promo cards aside for the first game. The base deck already has plenty of variety, and adding 25 new birds can slow down card evaluation. Once everyone knows the flow, shuffle them in for a fresh mix.

How to add the promo pack to your game

Separate the promo cards: Before setup, take the 25 promo bird cards out of their pack and set them beside your main bird deck. Check that all 25 cards are present; a missing card can unbalance the deck if you expect a full set.
Shuffle them into the main deck: Shuffle the promo cards thoroughly into the bird deck you plan to use for the game. Do this before dealing any cards. Shuffle enough that the promo cards are not clustered; a few extra riffles help.
Set up the game as usual: Follow the normal Wingspan setup rules for the deck you are using. The promo cards do not require any rule changes. No extra tokens or boards are needed; the cards work with the standard setup.
Play and enjoy the new birds: During the game, treat the promo birds like any other bird card. Their abilities and scoring work with the standard rules. If a card's ability seems unclear, check the rulebook or FAQ rather than guessing.
Store them separately after play: When you finish, separate the promo cards from the main deck and store them back in their pack or a labeled section. Keeping them separate makes it easier to decide when to include them in future games.

Product facts

Wingspan Fan-Designed Bird Promo Pack: Birds of Continental Europe: The pack contains 25 completely new birds for Continental Europe, a region already covered by Wingspan. You get more variety without changing the game's regional focus, so the cards fit seamlessly into existing decks.
Wingspan Fan-Designed Bird Promo Pack: Birds of Continental Europe