Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lair of the Wyrm

Fantasy Flight Games, Arclight Games, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2012
8.8 Ludopedia 7.9 BGG 2–5 · best 5 120 min Weight 3.1/5
Buy · from US$ 25.95
8.8 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you already enjoy Descent 2nd Edition and want more quests and tactical options, Lair of the Wyrm is an expansion worth checking out!

Highlights
  • More quests and scenarios
  • New heroes and villains
  • Expands existing campaign
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • High language dependency
  • Increases complexity
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for more danger and glory in Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) with Lair of the Wyrm! This expansion introduces five new quests that can be played individually or woven into a larger campaign, adding that extra spice to your adventures. Imagine having to rescue people from a burning inn or protect a valuable ore shipment from a greedy Ettin – brand new challenges await you! Lair of the Wyrm also boosts the hero roster with two new additions: Reynhart the Worthy, a warrior who seems to have a pact with luck and rarely misses a strike, and High Mage Quellen, who recovers from exertion as if it were nothing, drawing energy from others. But don't get too excited, because the Overlord also gains sinister reinforcements. The Wyrm Queen and her lieutenant, the fiery Dragon Lord, arrive to sow chaos, accompanied by mischievous Fire Imps and flying hybrids, who are the personification of evil. And to make the heroes' lives even harder, the Overlord's new class, the Punisher, specializes in making players suffer with every step they take, with abilities that punish their advance. If you enjoy diving headfirst into epic quests, battling fantastic monsters, and testing your tactics against a relentless enemy, Lair of the Wyrm is the right choice to expand your Descent experience. The expansion is also compatible with the Road to Legend app, if you're looking for an integrated digital experience.

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Best player count

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2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 REC
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Components: Miniatures Game: Descent – Journeys in the Dark Setting: The Realms of Terrinoth
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Arclight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World, Wargames Club Publishing
Designer Adam Sadler, Brady Sadler
Artist Alex Aparin, Charlène le Scanff, Frank Walls, Henning Ludvigsen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) to play Lair of the Wyrm?
Yes, Lair of the Wyrm is an expansion and requires the base game Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) to be played.
How many new quests does this expansion add?
Lair of the Wyrm adds five new quests that can be played individually or integrated into a larger campaign.
What are the new playable characters?
The expansion introduces two new heroes: Reynhart the Worthy, a combat-focused warrior, and High Mage Quellen, with recovery and energy manipulation abilities.
Does the Overlord also get new options?
Yes, the Overlord receives new monsters like Fire Imps and Hybrid Sentinels, along with the fearsome Wyrm Queen and her Dragon Lord lieutenant. A new Overlord class, the Punisher, is also added.
What is the average playtime for a session with this expansion?
Playtime for a session varies greatly depending on the quest and player count, but generally ranges between 2 to 3 hours, similar to the base game.
Is the Lair of the Wyrm expansion compatible with the Road to Legend app?
Yes, the expansion is compatible with the Road to Legend app, available for Android, iOS, and Steam, allowing for a digital gameplay experience.
Does the game have high language dependency to be played?
Yes, Lair of the Wyrm has a high language dependency, with many cards and texts requiring translation to be fully played.