Arkham Horror: The Black Goat of the Woods Expansion

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta · Board game · 2008
1–8 · best 4 Solo 120–240 min Weight 3.2/5
8.9 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
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8.9 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you're already a fan of Arkham Horror and enjoy an extra challenge with more horror and madness, this expansion is for you! It injects more tension and new mechanics that will test your investigators to the limit.

Highlights
  • More horror and mystery
  • New cards and monsters
  • Increases replayability
  • Intense Lovecraftian theme
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Increases complexity
  • Requires base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for another dive into the darkness of Arkham! This expansion, 'The Black Goat of the Woods', throws you right into the middle of a sinister cult making offerings to an Ancient One on the verge of awakening. And that's not all, hordes of monsters are descending on the city as if there's no tomorrow. The mission, of course, falls to a small group of brave investigators who need to infiltrate this evil gathering, uncover the secrets of the rituals, and, hopefully, prevent the end of the world. But beware, the seduction of evil is strong, and even the purest can end up corrupted in the process. This expansion brings 88 new Mythos cards, spicing up events and challenges. You'll also find 9 new monster tokens, ready to give you a headache, and a sheet for the Herald, the 'Black Goat of the Woods' itself, who is the main threat here. To top it off, there are 76 new Investigator cards, with items and spells that can help you (or sink you deeper!), plus that dangerous little temptation of corruption. It's a full plate for those who already enjoy the heavy atmosphere and difficulty of Arkham Horror. The experience is highly cooperative, with dice rolling to resolve actions and plenty of hand management to play your cards at the right time. The varied investigator powers remain key, and the point-to-point movement across the Arkham map keeps you on edge. If you love the Lovecraftian universe and want more challenges, this expansion is a find. Just be prepared for the reading, as the game relies heavily on English text.

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1–8 players
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Game details

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Game: Arkham Horror Game: Arkham Horror (Second Edition) Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games) Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Nexus Editrice
Designer Daniel Clark (I), Kevin Wilson, Michael Hurley, Tim Uren

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base Arkham Horror game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! 'The Black Goat of the Woods' is an expansion and requires the base Arkham Horror game to be played.
What is the average playtime with this expansion?
Arkham Horror games are already long, and this expansion tends to increase the playtime a bit more, potentially ranging from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the number of players and luck (or bad luck!) with the dice.
How many players can participate?
The expansion maintains the flexibility of the base game, allowing for 1 to 8 players. The cooperative experience is the highlight here!
Does the expansion add a lot of reading?
Yes, as is common in Arkham Horror, there's a lot of text on the Mythos cards, items, and events. The English version is the primary one, so a good understanding of the language is important.
Is it much harder than the base game?
It adds new challenges, and the corruption mechanic can be quite punishing. For those who have already mastered the base game, it's a great way to increase the difficulty and suspense.
What new components come in the box?
You'll find new Mythos cards, monster tokens, a sheet for the Herald (The Black Goat of the Woods), and new Investigator cards with items and spells.