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Ludopedia
8.0
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
A great addition for Battlecrest players looking to expand their roster with creative community-made characters.
Highlights
- Highly thematic character design
- Seamless integration with base game
- Accessible Print & Play format
Keep in mind
- Requires base game and maps
- Limited to a single hero
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever encountered a character that skips the small talk and goes straight for the kill? Meet Noxious. Imagine a sentient plant, as ancient as the mystical Fellwoods themselves, that spent eons evolving for one single purpose: total annihilation. Now, this force of nature enters the Battlecrest universe as a new combatant to shake up your matches.
But here is the catch: Noxious isn't a standalone game. He is a 'Fan Hero Set,' meaning this is community-created content designed by fan Jay Yeates. To actually bring this killer plant into the fray, you will absolutely need any other Battlecrest Hero Set and, of course, a Map Set to define where the fight takes place. Without those, Noxious is just a very dangerous botanical concept.
Originally, this hero was part of the ShyCon: Chicago 2023 wallet compilation, but the real draw here is the versatility of the Print & Play format. If you enjoy fast-paced, tactical fighting games that don't take up much table space, adding community-created heroes is the best way to refresh your gameplay experience. You'll need to manage your hand with precision and move strategically across the grid to ensure Noxious dominates the battlefield. It's the perfect blend of botanical sci-fi and miniature tactical combat. Ready to let nature take its course?
But here is the catch: Noxious isn't a standalone game. He is a 'Fan Hero Set,' meaning this is community-created content designed by fan Jay Yeates. To actually bring this killer plant into the fray, you will absolutely need any other Battlecrest Hero Set and, of course, a Map Set to define where the fight takes place. Without those, Noxious is just a very dangerous botanical concept.
Originally, this hero was part of the ShyCon: Chicago 2023 wallet compilation, but the real draw here is the versatility of the Print & Play format. If you enjoy fast-paced, tactical fighting games that don't take up much table space, adding community-created heroes is the best way to refresh your gameplay experience. You'll need to manage your hand with precision and move strategically across the grid to ensure Noxious dominates the battlefield. It's the perfect blend of botanical sci-fi and miniature tactical combat. Ready to let nature take its course?
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
OK
3
OK
4
OK
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Button Shy, (Web published)
Designer
Jay Yeates
Artist
Jay Yeates
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Can I play with only Noxious?
No! He is an expansion. You'll need another Hero Set and a Map Set to actually play.
How long does a match last?
Fights are very quick, usually lasting around 20 minutes.
Is the game complex?
If you already know Battlecrest, there's no learning curve. If you're new, it's tactical but very accessible.
How many players can join?
From 2 to 4 players, depending on how many heroes you have available.
What's included in the set?
As a Fan Set/Print & Play, the focus is on the Noxious hero's cards.