Descent: The Well of Darkness

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Giochi Uniti · Board game · 2006
8.5 Ludopedia 7.7 BGG 2–5 · best 5 120–240 min Weight 3.4/5
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already enjoy Descent and want more challenge and options, this expansion is a treat! It boosts the game with more content and gives the Overlord extra power to customize the mayhem.

Highlights
  • More heroes and monsters
  • Customizable Overlord
  • New treasures and relics
  • Challenging scenarios
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Language dependent
  • Increased setup time
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About the game

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Get ready to dive even deeper into the world of Descent with "The Well of Darkness," the first expansion that supercharges the base game! If you're into adventure and fantasy, this one's for you. We're not just talking about more monsters and heroes (though there are plenty of those, including sneaky kobolds, bloodthirsty ferrox, and unstoppable golems), but a more elaborate experience. The story throws you into the depths of an ancient chasm, where a colossal evil force was sealed millennia ago. Your mission? Prove your worth by facing dangers in dark tunnels, treacherous temples, and even scorching volcanoes, all before confronting the ultimate challenge. The expansion brings new treasures and abilities for the heroes, with relics and potions that give that extra boost. But the big highlight is for the Overlord: now they can customize their card deck before each scenario, choosing devastating traps, shocking events, and creatures to summon. This means each game can be even more unpredictable and challenging! With a modular board that assembles in different ways, dice rolling to resolve actions, and unique powers for each hero, replayability is guaranteed. It's a feast for those who already love Descent and want more challenges and tactical options, both for the heroes and the villain.

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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

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Game: Descent – Journeys in the Dark Setting: The Realms of Terrinoth
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Ubik
Designer Kevin Wilson
Artist Frank Walls, Jesper Ejsing, John Goodenough, Rafał Hrynkiewicz

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
Do I need the base game "Descent: Journeys in the Dark" to play this expansion?
Yes, "The Well of Darkness" is an expansion and requires the base game "Descent: Journeys in the Dark" to be played.
How many players can participate?
Just like the base game, this expansion is for 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game with this expansion take?
Games can still be long, ranging from 120 to 240 minutes, depending on the scenario and the players' experience.
Is the game in English?
Yes, the game is entirely in English and has extensive language dependency, requiring translation to be played comfortably in other languages.
What does this expansion add to the game?
It introduces six new heroes, new monsters (with miniatures), new treasures, effects, scenarios, and crucially, the Overlord's ability to customize their card deck before each game.
Is it much harder than the base game?
The expansion introduces more challenging scenarios, and the Overlord's customization can make the game harder, but the overall difficulty greatly depends on the tactical choices of both sides.
Is it worth it for those who already own the base game?
Absolutely! If you're looking for more content, a variety of heroes and monsters, and an extra layer of strategy for the Overlord, "The Well of Darkness" significantly enriches the Descent experience.