# Altar Quest: Ruins of Arkenspire

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30-90 min
- **Weight**: 3.50 / 5
- **Designers**: Adam Sadler, Brady Sadler
- **Artists**: Henning Ludvigsen
- **Publishers**: Blacklist Games
- **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Modular Board, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Fans of cooperative adventures with rich storytelling and tactical combat will love Altar Quest: Ruins of Arkenspire. The game blends deck building, miniatures, and a modular board to create unique experiences every playthrough.Immersive narrative full of twistsStrategic and challenging combatModular board boosts replayabilityVariable hero powersMay be complex for beginnersPlaytime can be longExpansion requires base gameRECOMMENDED

## Description
At the heart of Nethermoor lies the ruined tower of Arkenspire, once the seat of power of the lich queen Szera, the Doomchild. This Altar Quest expansion takes heroes into the cursed ruins of the tower, where Szera, though defeated, still schemes her return. With the land overrun by the Profaned — a legion of undead abominations — it's up to you and your companions to battle hordes of enemies and uncover the dark secrets hidden within the ruins. The game combines deck building, dice rolling, and grid movement on a modular board that ensures unique gameplay every time. Each hero has special abilities, and teamwork is crucial to survive the challenges that arise each turn. Get ready for a cooperative adventure filled with narrative, strategic combat, and decisions that can alter the course of the story.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, great for solo or group sessions.

### What's the average playtime?
Between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on player count and difficulty.

### Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, this expansion requires the Altar Quest base game.

### Is the game hard for beginners?
It has a learning curve, but the manual helps. Recommended for those with some cooperative game experience.

### What components are included?
Miniatures, cards, tokens, and a new modular board, plus new mechanics and narratives.

### Is there a solo mode?
Yes, you can play solo by controlling one or more heroes.

### Is it worth it for fantasy fans?
Absolutely! The necromancy theme and heroes vs. undead hordes are a perfect match.

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