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Requires:Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition)
Designed by Adam Sadler, Brady Sadler
Published by Fantasy Flight Games, Arclight Games + 6 more
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Since 2012, Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lair of the Wyrm has captivated fans of dice rolling and hand management with its medium complexity design.
How It Plays
Action Points
You get a limited number of action points each turn and choose how to spend them — prioritizing is everything.
Dice Rolling
You roll dice to determine outcomes — there's always that thrilling moment of suspense before they land!
Grid Movement
Pieces move on a grid of squares — straightforward movement that still leaves room for deep tactical thinking.
Hand Management
You have a hand of cards and deciding which to play, save, or discard is the core puzzle.
Modular Board
The board is made of separate pieces arranged differently each game — no two setups are ever quite the same.
Pick-up and Deliver
You pick up goods from one location and deliver them to another for rewards — efficient routes mean big payoffs.
Role Playing
You take on a character with unique abilities and make choices as them — step into someone else's shoes!
Team-Based Game
Players split into teams and work together to outplay the other side — teamwork makes the dream work!
About This Game
Game description from the publisher: Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) - Lair of the Wyrm introduces five new quests that can be played individually or used to supplement a larger campaign. With inventive objectives like rescuing survivors from a burning inn and protecting valuable ore from a greedy ettin, the Quest Guide in Lair of the Wyrm delivers fresh new challenges to your adventures. What's more, Lair of the Wyrm brings two new heroes to the fight against the forces of evil.…
Source: BoardGameGeek
Players
2-5
Play Time
120 min
Complexity
3.1 / 5
Rating
7.9
Year
2012
Variable Phase Order
The order of game phases can change each round depending on player choices — keeps everyone on their toes.