If you enjoy solo games with dice and cards, with a touch of dark fairy tale, Tanglewoods Red will keep you on the edge of your seat! It's an expansion that brings a unique experience to the 20 Strong system.
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Highlights
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Engaging solo adventure
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Varied and unique challenges
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Expanded 20 Strong system
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Immersive dark theme
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Requires base game
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Language dependent
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Grab your axe and cloak, because the adventure in Tanglewoods Red is calling! If you enjoy solo challenges and the thrill of unraveling mysteries, this expansion for the 20 Strong system is for you. The story is simple and direct: your grandmother has gone missing deep in the woods, and you need to find her. But beware, this forest is not for the faint of heart!
In Tanglewoods Red, you'll use a deck of 20 cards, each presenting a unique challenge – it could be a treacherous enemy, an unexpected scenario, or some other complication that will test your luck and strategy. To overcome these obstacles, you'll rely on a set of 20 dice: 17 for challenge rolls and 3 adjustable stat dice. The goal is to progress through the deck, facing and resolving each card by using dice rolls to achieve the necessary successes. Each deck in the 20 Strong series brings its own unique rules and twists, ensuring that every game is a fresh and exciting experience, even within the same core system. It's the kind of game that keeps you hooked from start to finish, perfect for those moments when you want a quick yet intense adventure without needing company.
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Crowdfunding: GamefoundDigital Implementations: Board Game ArenaFolk Tales & Fairy Tales: Little Red Riding HoodGame: 20 StrongMisc: DIZED Tutorial
businessPublisherChip Theory Games
editDesignerJosh J. Carlson, Logan Giannini
paletteArtistManny Trembley, Serena Schiani
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need the base game "20 Strong" to play Tanglewoods Red? expand_more
Yes, Tanglewoods Red is an expansion and requires the base game "20 Strong" to be played.
How many players can play? expand_more
This game is designed exclusively for 1 player.
What is the average playtime? expand_more
A game typically lasts between 40 to 60 minutes.
Is the game very difficult? expand_more
The weight on BoardGameGeek is 2.8 out of 5, indicating moderate difficulty. The experience can vary depending on your familiarity with the system and your dice roll luck.
Do I need to understand English to play? expand_more
Yes, the game has moderate language dependency, and it's recommended to have access to a translated spreadsheet or translated cards for a better experience.
What makes Tanglewoods Red different from other 20 Strong expansions? expand_more
Each deck in the 20 Strong series adds unique rules and twists to the basic system, making Tanglewoods Red offer a distinct gameplay experience with its own theme and challenges.
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