# Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Heirs of Blood

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 8.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: —
- **Weight**: 3.13 / 5
- **Designers**: Adam Sadler, Corey Konieczka, Daniel Clark (I), Jonathan E Bove, Kara Centell-Dunk, Nathan I. Hajek, Paul Winchester
- **Artists**: Andrew Bosley, Andrew Christensen, Brian Schomburg, Christopher Hosch, Florian Stitz, John M. Taillon, Mariusz Grandzel, Nicholas Gregory, Pierre Raveneau, Sandara Tang, Sylvain Decaux, Yoann Boissonnet
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- **Categories**: Adventure, Book, Dice, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Modular Board, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you're already into Descent and want more story and challenge, this expansion brings a cool campaign with decisions that really matter!Engaging campaign with impactNew encounters and challengesMemorable villain storylineHigh language dependencyRequires base gameMore rules to learnRECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare to dive into a new saga in Terrinoth with "Heirs of Blood," an expansion that adds a brand-new campaign to the Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) universe. The plot revolves around the lost heir of Saradyn, whose safety is threatened by the sinister Lady Eliza Farrow, a vampire with ambitions of power. Your mission, as heroes of Terrinoth, is to protect the heir and ensure he reaches the throne, all while thwarting the villain's schemes. This campaign, playable with the Descent base set, unfolds over 32 encounters filled with crucial decisions and consequences that will shape the story's ultimate fate. Every choice matters, and the outcome of each quest can have a drastic impact on the campaign's climax. Face the Overlord's forces, defend the rightful heir, and uncover the secrets of the hidden kingdom of Saradyn. "Heirs of Blood" intensifies the Descent experience, requiring players to wisely manage their card hands, utilize varied powers, and navigate modular boards in tactical combat. The narrative is engaging, but be warned: the game has significant language dependency, requiring translation for most of its text.

## FAQ
### Do I need the Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) base game to play?
Yes, "Heirs of Blood" is an expansion and requires the base game to be played.

### How many players can participate in this campaign?
The campaign is designed for 2 to 5 players, with one player taking on the role of the Overlord and the others controlling the heroes.

### What is the average playtime per session?
Game time can vary significantly depending on the encounter and player experience, but expect something between 1 to 3 hours per session.

### Is the game fully in English?
Yes, "Heirs of Blood" has a high language dependency. Most of the text, including rules and narrative, is in English.

### Does this expansion add new physical components or just a campaign book?
This expansion is primarily a campaign book with new quests and story. It uses the components from the base game and does not add new miniatures or board pieces.

### Is the campaign linear, or can I choose different paths?
The campaign features choices that affect the story's progression and the final outcome, making the experience more dynamic and consequential.

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