# Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Guardians of the Abyss: Scenario Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 3.80 / 5
- **Designers**: MJ Newman
- **Artists**: Andreas Zafiratos, Angela Sung, Anna Mohrbacher, Anthony Moravian, Antonio Maínez, Aurélien Hubert, Aurore Folny, Borja Pindado Arribas, Cristina Vela, Dimitri Bielak, Doug Williams, Ed Mattinian, Emilio Rodriguez, Ethan Patrick Harris, Frej Agelii, Grzegorz Bobrowski, Guillaume Ducos, Ignacio Bazán Lazcano, Jake Murray, Jose Vega, Lino Drieghe, Łukasz Jaskólski, Magali Villeneuve, Matt Dixon, Matthew Cowdery, Michał Miłkowski, Natascha Roeoesli, Priscilla  Kim, Rafał Hrynkiewicz, Reiko Murakami, Sebastian Rodriguez, Thomas Denmark, Yoann Boissonnet
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames
- **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Collectible Components, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Horror, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Role Playing, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love diving into cosmic horror stories with top‑tier art, this pack hits the spot.stunning artworklinked scenariosintense cooperationwell‑polished mechanicsrequires core gamemoderate learning curveplaytime can be lengthyRECOMMENDED

## Description
The "Guardians of the Abyss" Scenario Pack thrusts investigators into a frantic Cairo mission where a medical mystery intertwines with an ancient prophecy. The product bundles two linked scenarios—The Eternal Slumber and The Night's Usurper—first shown at Gen Con 2018 and Arkham Nights 2018. Featuring 78 beautifully illustrated cards, the pack transports players to scorching deserts, forgotten tombs, and uncanny ruins, demanding they separate fact from fiction, wakefulness from dream, and sanity from madness. Each scenario acts as a chapter in a larger campaign, allowing investigators to progress, acquire new resources, and make choices that shape the story. Core mechanics—action points, hand management, deck building, and variable player powers—stay true to the base system but are pushed into tighter, theme‑driven challenges. The game remains cooperative: players must coordinate abilities, share resources, and plan tactics to overcome threats that arise both from the physical world and the mind. Playtime ranges from 60 to 120 minutes depending on player count (1‑4) and rule familiarity. With a moderate complexity (3.8 weight), both veterans and newcomers to the LCG can dive in without feeling an overwhelming learning curve. In short, "Guardians of the Abyss" delivers an immersive, narrative‑rich experience, stunning art, and obstacles that test both logic and the investigators' courage.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, solo play included.

### What is the typical playtime?
Between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on player count and rule familiarity.

### Do I need the core game?
Yes, this Scenario Pack is an expansion and requires Arkham Horror: The Card Game.

### How complex is the content?
Weight 3.8/5, a moderate level suitable for both veterans and newcomers familiar with the system.

### What does the box contain?
78 illustrated cards, two full scenarios (The Eternal Slumber and The Night's Usurper), tokens and campaign instructions.

### Is translation required?
The pack is in English and needs a near‑complete translation for Portuguese play.

### Can I insert these scenarios into existing campaigns?
Yes, the scenarios can be slotted into larger campaigns, respecting their narrative order.

## Price Comparison
### Best International Offers
- **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 24.97 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1242070&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com)
  - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/26448/arkham-horror-the-card-game-guardians-of-the-abyss-scenario-pack?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com