20 Strong: Tanglewoods Baba Yaga
Chip Theory Games, Lavka Games · Board game · 2025
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Solo
30–40 min
Weight 3.0/5
20.0
rating
Ludopedia
7.7
rating
BGG
20.0
rating
Ludopedia
7.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you already enjoy the 20 Strong system and want more challenge with a dark folk tale twist, the Baba Yaga expansion is a great pick! The customizable deck order ensures plenty of replayability.
Highlights
- Persistent and impactful challenges
- Customizable deck order
- Engaging folk tale narrative
- High solo replayability
Keep in mind
- Moderate language dependency
- Requires 20 Strong base game
- Tense final battle
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to face the evil that was hidden all along in Tanglewoods! The Baba Yaga expansion brings the iconic figure from Slavic folklore to torment you with new challenges that spread across all three decks of the base game. She disguises herself as a harmless merchant, but don't be fooled: the creatures she sends after you will force you to make difficult decisions, and each choice directly impacts the final battle.
The big twist here is that you can play your three Tanglewoods decks in any order you wish! This opens up a huge range of possibilities to experiment with different heroes, craft unique strategies, and test varied deck sequences. The goal? Emerge victorious from the Tanglewoods, of course! This expansion is perfect for those who already enjoy the 20 Strong system and want more challenge, especially if you like a good dose of folk horror and decisions that truly weigh on the outcome. The complexity is moderate, but the replayability is high, ensuring each game is a new adventure against the cunning Baba Yaga. If you're looking for a tense solo experience with an engaging narrative, this one's for you!
The big twist here is that you can play your three Tanglewoods decks in any order you wish! This opens up a huge range of possibilities to experiment with different heroes, craft unique strategies, and test varied deck sequences. The goal? Emerge victorious from the Tanglewoods, of course! This expansion is perfect for those who already enjoy the 20 Strong system and want more challenge, especially if you like a good dose of folk horror and decisions that truly weigh on the outcome. The complexity is moderate, but the replayability is high, ensuring each game is a new adventure against the cunning Baba Yaga. If you're looking for a tense solo experience with an engaging narrative, this one's for you!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Chip Theory Games, Lavka Games
Designer
Josh J. Carlson, Logan Giannini, Ryan Howard
Artist
Manny Trembley
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the 20 Strong base game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! The Baba Yaga expansion adds content and challenges to the 20 Strong base game, so you need it to play.
How many players can participate?
This is a solo game for one player. The expansion maintains this characteristic.
How long does a game take?
Generally, a game takes between 30 to 40 minutes, depending on your familiarity with the rules and your play pace.
Is the complexity high?
The weight on BoardGameGeek is 3 out of 5, indicating moderate complexity. It's not super complicated, but it requires attention to the rules and your choices.
Do I need to translate anything?
Yes, there is a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have a translated spreadsheet or translated cards for a better experience.
Does this expansion significantly change the base game experience?
Yes! It introduces Baba Yaga as a persistent antagonist, adds challenges that affect the entire campaign, and allows you to choose the order of the decks, which significantly changes the strategy and feel of the game.
Is this game more focused on strategy or luck?
It's a mix! Dice rolling brings an element of luck, but your decisions on how to use resources and which paths to take are crucial for victory, giving it significant strategic weight.
