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Game Expansion War of the Ring: Fire and Swords for 2-4 Players 14+ Years Old (EN) Ares Games
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Game Expansion War of the Ring: Fire and Swords for 2-4 Players 14+ Years Old (EN) Ares Games Code: WOTR103

Embark on a grand adventure in Erebor, the Lonely Mountain, and meet its brave ruler, King Dáin Ironfoot. Start from the Grey Havens, home of the esteemed Círdan the Shipwright, the oldest of the...

Embark on a grand adventure in Erebor, the Lonely Mountain, and meet its brave ruler, King Dáin Ironfoot. Start from the Grey Havens, home of the esteemed Círdan the Shipwright, the oldest of the Elves. Lead your legions from Rhûn, or attack the Shire with the powerful Men of Dunland.

Fire and Swords is the new expansion for War of the Ring – The Card Game,...

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  • Age Age 14 +

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    Team games for players aged 10+.

  • Item

    Strategy

    In this category, games usually involve players having the ability to choose the actions they want to take, make decisions within a certain time frame, and collaborate.  2. In this category, there are games with various levels of difficulty that are aimed at young children, teenagers, and adults.
  • Game Duration 160 min
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Embark on a grand adventure in Erebor, the Lonely Mountain, and meet its brave ruler, King Dáin Ironfoot. Start from the Grey Havens, home of the esteemed Círdan the Shipwright, the oldest of the Elves. Lead your legions from Rhûn, or attack the Shire with the powerful Men of Dunland.

Fire and Swords is the new expansion for War of the Ring – The Card Game, created by the ingenious Ian Brody. This expansion broadens the game's horizons by introducing new battle zones for the "War in the North," along with new factions and a new type of location known as Skirmishes, inhabited by various characters from the Lord of the Rings saga.

Within Fire and Swords, you will discover a plethora of content, including 60 faction cards, 9 additional paths, and 9 new battle zones. Additionally, explore 13 skirmishes, representing smaller settlements and fortifications, such as the Fords of Isen and Bree. Three new factions join the fray: the brave Northmen fighting for the Free Peoples, along with the powerful Easterlings and the cunning Ruffians allied with the Shadow.

This expansion supports up to six players, with customizable scenarios tailored for smaller groups. Additionally, experience the solo/cooperative gameplay serenity with all-new Shadow cards, perfectly integrated with the already available Against the Shadow expansion for those seeking solo adventures.

This is not a complete game. A copy of War of the Ring – The Card Game is required to play.

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Product Number
WOTR103

Category

Audience
Company

Audience

Company
Team games for players aged 10+.
Type
Strategy

Type

Strategy
In this category, games usually involve players having the ability to choose the actions they want to take, make decisions within a certain time frame, and collaborate.  2. In this category, there are games with various levels of difficulty that are aimed at young children, teenagers, and adults.

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Age
14 +
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Language
English
Average Game Length
160 min

Edition

Expansions
Yes

Expansions

Extensions are additions to the respective game, such as extra cards and pieces for more players. They do not constitute a complete board game, so a basic requirement is to have the board game to which the extension refers.

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  • Thanos La
    5
    Thanos La

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    In general, the cards are nice, as is the addition of skirmishes, which, although they don't give victory points, provide a bonus to whichever side wins them and also activate a battleground.

    The two-player mode is a bit challenging since you have to draw from 3 decks and keep separate cycle and elimination piles for each, but it still has a lot of depth this way.

    Of course, there's also the epic duel where all the cards simply go into the Free Peoples and Shadow decks respectively, which significantly increases the luck factor, but it's epic and there's also an official way released by the game's designer to make it more controlled.

    The 6-player mode, although I didn't expect it, turns out really nice, but it has one drawback: all players need to know the game, otherwise it takes way too long. If they do know it, it lasts up to about 3 hours for that number of players.

    The 4-player mode here is a bit strange, as 2 players (1 from each side) will have to manage 2 decks and 2 hands. Okay, it's playable, but still not the best for players who play once per round.

    Overall, it's worth it if you like the base game and the lore; it brings out tension and excitement at many moments.

    I'm looking forward to the next expansion, "Hope & Despair," which adds the story cards, to be released.

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  • Thanos La
    5
    Thanos La

    In general, the cards are nice, as is the addition of skirmishes, which, although they don't give victory points, provide a bonus to whichever side wins them and also activate a battleground.

    The two-player mode is a bit challenging since you have to draw from 3 decks and keep separate cycle and elimination piles for each, but it still has a lot of depth this way.

    Of course, there's also the epic duel where all the cards simply go into the Free Peoples and Shadow decks respectively, which significantly increases the luck factor, but it's epic and there's also an official way released by the game's designer to make it more controlled.

    The 6-player mode, although I didn't expect it, turns out really nice, but it has one drawback: all players need to know the game, otherwise it takes way too long. If they do know it, it lasts up to about 3 hours for that number of players.

    The 4-player mode here is a bit strange, as 2 players (1 from each side) will have to manage 2 decks and 2 hands. Okay, it's playable, but still not the best for players who play once per round.

    Overall, it's worth it if you like the base game and the lore; it brings out tension and excitement at many moments.

    I'm looking forward to the next expansion, "Hope & Despair," which adds the story cards, to be released.

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Embark on a grand adventure in Erebor, the Lonely Mountain, and meet its brave ruler, King Dáin Ironfoot. Start from the Grey Havens, home of the esteemed Círdan the Shipwright, the oldest of the Elves. Lead your legions from Rhûn, or attack the Shire with the powerful Men of Dunland.

Fire and Swords is the new expansion for War of the Ring – The Card Game, created by the ingenious Ian Brody. This expansion broadens the game's horizons by introducing new battle zones for the "War in the North," along with new factions and a new type of location known as Skirmishes, inhabited by various characters from the Lord of the Rings saga.

Within Fire and Swords, you will discover a plethora of content, including 60 faction cards, 9 additional paths, and 9 new battle zones. Additionally, explore 13 skirmishes, representing smaller settlements and fortifications, such as the Fords of Isen and Bree. Three new factions join the fray: the brave Northmen fighting for the Free Peoples, along with the powerful Easterlings and the cunning Ruffians allied with the Shadow.

This expansion supports up to six players, with customizable scenarios tailored for smaller groups. Additionally, experience the solo/cooperative gameplay serenity with all-new Shadow cards, perfectly integrated with the already available Against the Shadow expansion for those seeking solo adventures.

This is not a complete game. A copy of War of the Ring – The Card Game is required to play.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
Product Number
WOTR103

Category

Audience
Company

Audience

Company
Team games for players aged 10+.
Type
Strategy

Type

Strategy
In this category, games usually involve players having the ability to choose the actions they want to take, make decisions within a certain time frame, and collaborate.  2. In this category, there are games with various levels of difficulty that are aimed at young children, teenagers, and adults.

Product Details

Beloved Series
-
Age
14 +
Games similar to...
-

Information

Language
English
Average Game Length
160 min

Edition

Expansions
Yes

Expansions

Extensions are additions to the respective game, such as extra cards and pieces for more players. They do not constitute a complete board game, so a basic requirement is to have the board game to which the extension refers.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (1)

5.0
1
5.0
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  1. 1
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
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  5. 1 star
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  • Thanos La
    5
    Thanos La

    Verified purchase

    In general, the cards are nice, as is the addition of skirmishes, which, although they don't give victory points, provide a bonus to whichever side wins them and also activate a battleground.

    The two-player mode is a bit challenging since you have to draw from 3 decks and keep separate cycle and elimination piles for each, but it still has a lot of depth this way.

    Of course, there's also the epic duel where all the cards simply go into the Free Peoples and Shadow decks respectively, which significantly increases the luck factor, but it's epic and there's also an official way released by the game's designer to make it more controlled.

    The 6-player mode, although I didn't expect it, turns out really nice, but it has one drawback: all players need to know the game, otherwise it takes way too long. If they do know it, it lasts up to about 3 hours for that number of players.

    The 4-player mode here is a bit strange, as 2 players (1 from each side) will have to manage 2 decks and 2 hands. Okay, it's playable, but still not the best for players who play once per round.

    Overall, it's worth it if you like the base game and the lore; it brings out tension and excitement at many moments.

    I'm looking forward to the next expansion, "Hope & Despair," which adds the story cards, to be released.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Thanos La
    5
    Thanos La

    In general, the cards are nice, as is the addition of skirmishes, which, although they don't give victory points, provide a bonus to whichever side wins them and also activate a battleground.

    The two-player mode is a bit challenging since you have to draw from 3 decks and keep separate cycle and elimination piles for each, but it still has a lot of depth this way.

    Of course, there's also the epic duel where all the cards simply go into the Free Peoples and Shadow decks respectively, which significantly increases the luck factor, but it's epic and there's also an official way released by the game's designer to make it more controlled.

    The 6-player mode, although I didn't expect it, turns out really nice, but it has one drawback: all players need to know the game, otherwise it takes way too long. If they do know it, it lasts up to about 3 hours for that number of players.

    The 4-player mode here is a bit strange, as 2 players (1 from each side) will have to manage 2 decks and 2 hands. Okay, it's playable, but still not the best for players who play once per round.

    Overall, it's worth it if you like the base game and the lore; it brings out tension and excitement at many moments.

    I'm looking forward to the next expansion, "Hope & Despair," which adds the story cards, to be released.

    Translated from Greek ·
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