Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Blood on the Altar: Mythos Pack

Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2017
1–4 · best 2 Solo 60–120 min Weight 3.5/5
rating Ludopedia
8.2 rating BGG
rating Ludopedia
8.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

A must-have for those playing the Dunwich campaign who love the rural horror vibe.

Highlights
  • Impeccable suspenseful atmosphere
  • High fidelity to Lovecraft's tales
  • New cards that deepen strategy
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game and previous packs
  • Typical LCG learning curve
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About the game
If you're already deep into the mysteries of Arkham, brace yourself, because things are about to get a lot weirder. 'Blood on the Altar' is the third Mythos Pack of 'The Dunwich Legacy' cycle, leading your investigators to the isolated and sinister village of Dunwich. The premise is a classic: mysterious disappearances that smell like trouble and a strong suspicion that everything is connected to the chaos you've already faced in Arkham. But don't expect a warm welcome; the locals are not at all pleased to have strangers poking around their business.

In this expansion, you'll explore iconic locations directly inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's tale 'The Dunwich Horror'. The game pushes you to scour the town for clues while trying not to lose your sanity in the process. With 60 new cards, including full playsets for player cards, the pack expands both the tactical options and the campaign's narrative depth. The tension ramps up as you realize the village hides something far worse than simple rural superstitions.

The core challenge here is resource management and tight cooperation. You and your partners will need to coordinate every move, as Dunwich is a place where curiosity can be fatal. Will you manage to uncover what's happening before the ritual is completed or the village swallows you whole? If you love that feeling of 'I'm entering a place I really shouldn't be', this pack is essential for your LCG experience.
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Game details

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Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Game: Arkham Horror – The Card Game Game: Arkham Horror TCG – The Dunwich Legacy Mechanism: Campaign Games Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games) Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames, Ігромаг
Designer MJ Newman, Nate French
Artist Bryce Cook, Robert Laskey, Tomasz Jedruszek
Frequently Asked Questions
What games do I need to use this pack?
You need the Arkham Horror LCG core set and, ideally, the previous packs from The Dunwich Legacy cycle for the full campaign experience.
How long does a session take?
Usually between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the scenario's complexity and group size.
How many people can play?
1 to 4 players. It works great solo or with a group.
Is it hard to learn?
If you're familiar with the LCG system, it's smooth. If you're new, be prepared to read up, as the complexity is medium/high (3.5 on BGG).
What's inside the box?
A total of 60 cards, including new player cards, enemies, and events for the scenario.