Chain Mail: The Sacred Mask – Adventure Kit

Button Shy · Board game · 2019
1–4 Solo 45 min
rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Buy
rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love mystery, tactical combat, and exploration, this kit will hook you instantly!

Highlights
  • Modular board exploration
  • Tactical combat with grid movement
  • RPG with story‑changing choices
  • High‑quality components
  • Epic Earthshine setting
Keep in mind
  • Requires translation of cards or spreadsheet
  • Content only in English
  • Not a standalone game
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.

About the game

What you do in a play session

Chain Mail: The Sacred Mask – Adventure Kit is the most epic expansion you can add to your base game. Released in 2019, the Adventure Kit spins a tale around an ancient mask of massive power, coveted by hunters, dark wizards, and old masters alike. The goal is simple yet thrilling: recover the mask and return it to the Master before it falls into the wrong hands. The kit includes a detailed map, monster cards (like a Necro Lich and skeletons), Winterthorn treasure, and combat elements that blend strategy and luck. The experience unfolds on a modular board that can be rearranged each session, instantly boosting replayability. Players move on a grid, plan routes, battle monsters, and make RPG decisions that shape the story. The role‑playing mechanic lets each character level up, gaining skills and gear that influence the narrative. The game supports 1‑4 players, lasts about 45 minutes, and has a moderate complexity level. Some translation material is required, as the original content is in English. If you love exploration, tactical combat, and a good dose of role‑playing, this kit will keep you glued to the table. It features high‑quality components, illustrated in a fantasy comic style, and fits perfectly into the Earthshine setting created by Button Shy.

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 OK
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK

Where to Buy

Prices monitored daily

Finding best prices...

Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Game: Chain Mail – Adventures of Earthshine Setting: Earthshine (Button Shy)
Publisher Button Shy
Designer Jason Greeno, Jason Tagmire
Artist Marty Cobb

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can play?
The kit supports 1 to 4 players, allowing solo or group sessions.
How long does a game last?
A typical session takes about 45 minutes, making it great for short, intense play.
What is the game’s complexity?
The game has moderate complexity, requiring strategic thinking and decision‑making but not overly complicated.
What components come with the kit?
The kit includes a modular map, monster cards, treasure cards, character tokens, dice, and English instructions.
Do I need any additional material?
Yes, a translation of the cards or a translated spreadsheet is required, as the original content is in English.
Is the game suitable for children?
Recommended for players 12 and older due to fantasy themes, combat, and RPG decisions.