# Blood Bowl Companion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1990
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 180 min
- **Weight**: 2.92 / 5
- **Designers**: Andy Warwick, Jervis Johnson, Paul Murphy
- **Artists**: Carl Critchlow, Chris Baker, Pete Knifton
- **Publishers**: Games Workshop Ltd.
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures, Sports
- **Mechanics**: Role Playing, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you're already a Blood Bowl fan and crave more depth, this Companion is a must-have!Drastically expands the rulesAdds campaigns and leaguesNew tactical elements and itemsOfficial NAF rules includedRequires base game and expansionComplexity significantly increasesFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to supercharge your Blood Bowl games with the Companion! This manual is the upgrade you've been missing if you've already mastered the basic rules and want to dive headfirst into a universe of possibilities. It not only brings a host of new features and tweaks to existing rules but also introduces elements that will make the game even more dynamic and unpredictable. Think new kicking options, rules for referees and cheerleaders that can change the game's course, and even a fan system that can give you that extra boost in crucial moments. Want more? We've got magic items, new balls, secret weapons, and traps to surprise your opponents. And for those who enjoy a long campaign, the Companion offers a complete league and campaign system, allowing your team to evolve and face greater challenges over time. Oh, and there's more: it also introduces the official NAF (the Blood Bowl league) rules, adding an extra touch of professionalism and rivalry. Remember, this book is an add-on and doesn't work on its own; you'll need the Blood Bowl (Second Edition) rulebook and the Star Players expansion to enjoy everything it has to offer. It's the perfect choice for anyone looking to take their Blood Bowl matches to the next level of strategy and fun!

## FAQ
### Do I need the original Blood Bowl game to use this Companion?
Yes! The Blood Bowl Companion is an expansion and cannot be played on its own. You will need the Blood Bowl (Second Edition) rulebook and the Star Players expansion to enjoy everything it offers.

### What are the main new features the Companion brings?
It adds many new and modified rules, including kickers, referees, cheerleaders, rerolls, fans, weather, magic, magic items, new balls, secret weapons, traps, and a complete league/campaign system. It also introduces the official NAF rules.

### Does the game become more complicated with the Companion?
Definitely. The Companion adds many layers of complexity and strategic options. It's ideal for players who are already comfortable with the basic rules and are looking for a greater challenge.

### How many people can play with the Companion?
The Blood Bowl Companion, like the base game, is for 2 players.

### How long does a game take with the Companion's rules?
Games still take around 180 minutes (3 hours), but the addition of new rules and campaign systems can extend the total playtime for those involved in a league.

### Does this book add new playable races?
The Companion focuses on expanding the rules and systems for existing races and introduces general gameplay elements, rather than adding new playable races on its own. However, the new rules may benefit or change how existing races play.