Black Rose Wars: Inferno

Ludus Magnus Studio, Hobby World, Last Level · Board game · 2021
1–6 · best 2, 4 Solo 90 min Weight 3.0/5
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8.1 rating BGG
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you're already into Black Rose Wars and want more infernal trouble, this expansion is for you! Get your dictionary ready and let's head to the eighth circle!

Highlights
  • Thematic and immersive expansion
  • More awesome miniatures
  • Increased strategic depth
  • New campaign challenges
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare to descend into the deepest circles of Hell with this expansion for Black Rose Wars! If you thought the base game was intense, just wait until you feel the heat of the eighth circle, commanded by the fearsome Malebranche. Each 'bolgia' (or groove, as you prefer) represents a human sin, and you'll have to navigate these dark lands, facing unique challenges in each one.

Featuring 18 new miniatures to bring this infernal landscape and its inhabitants to life, the Inferno expansion adds an extra layer of immersion and strategy. The gameplay remains true to the roots of Black Rose Wars, with mechanics like hand management, area control, deck building, and area movement, but all with an infernal twist. The campaign or card-driven battle mode adds a narrative depth that will keep you hooked from start to finish.

It's important to note that this expansion requires a good amount of reading in English, as the language dependency is high. If you don't mind having a dictionary nearby or are already proficient in the language, this expansion is a feast for those who love the Black Rose Wars universe and want more challenges, more miniatures, and an even more epic experience. It's a robust addition that expands the base game in significant ways, maintaining the complexity and depth that fans adore.

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1–6 players
1 OK
2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC
6 OK

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Game details

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Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Setting: Nova Aetas Chronicles Theme: Hell
Publisher Ludus Magnus Studio, Hobby World, Last Level, Pegasus Spiele, Rawstone
Designer Marco Montanaro
Artist Fernando Armentano, Giovanni Pirrotta, Henning Ludvigsen, Paolo Scippo

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game Black Rose Wars to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Inferno is an expansion and requires the base game Black Rose Wars to be played.
How many miniatures come in this expansion?
The Inferno expansion includes a total of 18 new miniatures to enrich your games.
Is the game entirely in Portuguese?
Unfortunately, no. This expansion has a high dependency on English text, requiring you to read cards and rules in English to play it.
What is the average playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally between 90 to 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
Does this expansion add a campaign?
Yes, the Inferno expansion includes campaign elements and card-driven battles, adding a deeper narrative experience.
Is it much harder than the base game?
The expansion adds complexity and thematic challenges but maintains the core mechanics. For fans of the base game, the learning curve is manageable, but the overall difficulty may increase due to new scenarios and enemies.