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Dark Waters: A Solitaire Adventure for Four Against Darkness

Ganesha Games, MS Edizioni, System Matters Verlag · Board game · 2016
— Ludopedia 7.7 BGG 1 Solo 45+ min Weight 3.0/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you're into the vibe of "Four Against Darkness" and want more solo adventure with a touch of maritime mystery, "Dark Waters" is for you! It's an expansion that brings new challenges and enemies to your journey.

Highlights
  • Engaging solo expansion
  • New monsters and class
  • Dungeon exploration
  • Classic "Four Against Darkness" style
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Themed adventure
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey there, adventurers! Ready for a solo journey that'll keep you glued to your seat? 'Dark Waters' is a cool expansion for 'Four Against Darkness' that throws you headfirst into the Sea of Storms. Turns out, a ship from the Orfeld Company got waylaid by Kardalokan corsairs, and the treasure, including a prized golden statue of Tezany, the Shark God, has vanished. Lord Orfeld needs four brave heroes to bring the statue back. But is it just a simple recovery mission, or is some mysterious power at play? This 30-page adventure takes you through a planned dungeon and a randomly generated one. Plus, it introduces over 20 new aquatic monsters to face and a brand-new playable class: the Swashbuckler! It's perfect for those who love classic dungeon crawling but with a twist of maritime mystery and danger. Get your paper, pencil, and dice ready, because this mission is going to be a splash!

Best player count

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Solo · 1 player
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Paper-and-Pencil Role Playing

Categories

Adventure Expansion for Base-game Exploration Fantasy Print & Play

Families

Game: Four Against Darkness
Publisher Ganesha Games, MS Edizioni, System Matters Verlag
Designer Andrea Sfiligoi, Jeffery Baker
Artist Andrea Sfiligoi

Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game "Four Against Darkness" to play "Dark Waters"?
Yes, "Dark Waters" is an expansion and requires the base game "Four Against Darkness" to be played.
How many players can participate?
This is a game for one player (solo).
How long does a game session take?
Game time varies, but it's generally between 45 minutes and a bit longer, depending on your pace and the decisions made.
What is the game's complexity level?
The BGG weight is 3/5, indicating moderate complexity. The rules are understandable, but strategy and dice luck require attention.
What comes in the box?
As a "Print & Play" game, you will receive digital files to print. The content includes rules for over 20 water monsters and the new Swashbuckler class, in addition to the dungeons.
Is this a traditional board game?
Not exactly. "Dark Waters" uses paper-and-pencil mechanics, dice rolling, and role-playing elements, being a solo adventure game that you print yourself.
Who is "Dark Waters" recommended for?
It's ideal for fans of "Four Against Darkness", solo players who enjoy dungeon crawling with fantasy and mystery elements, and those who like a nautical theme.

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