Bloodborne: The Board Game – Upper Cathedral Ward
CMON Global Limited, MTS Games · Board game · 2020
1–4
Solo
45–75 min
Weight 3.0/5
8.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.9
rating
BGG
8.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.9
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
Loved the Bloodborne base game and craving more? This expansion takes you up, literally, into a new, challenging campaign against Ebrietas! If you enjoy a good challenge and want more Yharnam on your table, dive in!
Highlights
- Challenging new campaign
- Epic Ebrietas boss fight
- Expands Bloodborne universe
- Intriguing Frenzy mechanic
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Moderate language dependency
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Get ready to delve into the darkest secrets of the Healing Church! Bloodborne: The Board Game – Upper Cathedral Ward takes you high above Yharnam in a brand new, full campaign that will test your Hunters' courage. Forget what you thought you knew, because here we dive deep into a novel story, filled with chilling enemies and mind-bending mechanics. The major new addition is 'Frenzy,' a mechanic that simulates the terror of having your mind forced to comprehend things it shouldn't, a true plunge into the madness that permeates the Bloodborne universe. All this leads you to an epic confrontation against Ebrietas, Daughter of the Cosmos, one of the most iconic bosses from the original game. This expansion adds a new chapter to the saga, with challenges requiring strategy, cooperation, and plenty of hand management to overcome. If you already enjoy the base game and crave more challenges, this is the perfect way to extend your Yharnam adventure, facing unprecedented dangers and unraveling mysteries that even the Healing Church wished remained hidden. Prepare your components, gather your crew, and face the horror awaiting you in the towers!
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Publisher
CMON Global Limited, MTS Games
Designer
Eric M. Lang, Michael Shinall
Artist
Aragorn Marks, Arnaud Boudoiron, Edgar Ramos, Henning Ludvigsen, Mike McVey
Can this expansion be played alone, or do I need the base game?
You will need the base game "Bloodborne: The Board Game" to play with this expansion. It adds content and does not function independently.
How many players can participate in this new campaign?
Just like the base game, the "Upper Cathedral Ward" expansion supports 1 to 4 players, maintaining the cooperative experience.
Does the playtime change much with this expansion?
The estimated duration remains between 45 and 75 minutes per session, depending on the group's experience and how quickly you unravel the campaign's mysteries.
Is the 'Frenzy' mechanic complicated to understand?
The Frenzy mechanic adds a layer of psychological and strategic challenge. It might require a little practice, but it's well-explained in the rules, and with a bit of attention, the group will get the hang of it quickly.
Do I need to have played the previous campaign to understand this one?
Not necessarily. Although it's part of a larger story, this campaign is presented as a complete arc, allowing you to enjoy it even if it's your first foray into the board game's campaign.
Are the components good quality, like in the base game?
Yes, the expansion maintains the quality standard of the base game, with detailed miniatures, well-illustrated cards, and components that contribute to the immersion in the dark universe of Bloodborne.
