Destinies: Witchwood

Lucky Duck Games, Geekach LLC, Grimspire · Board game · 2023
1–3 · best 2 Solo 90–150 min Weight 2.0/5
rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
How to Play Buy · from US$ 31.18
rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you're already a fan of 'Destinies' and crave more story and impactful choices, 'Witchwood' is the perfect expansion to dive deep into new dark tales.

Highlights
  • Engaging new scenarios
  • Rich and deep narrative
  • Choices with lasting impact
  • More folklore and mystery
  • Immersive app experience
Keep in mind
  • Requires 'Destinies' base game
  • Story focus might not appeal to all
  • Potential for downtime between turns
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey board game enthusiasts! If you're already a fan of 'Destinies', get ready for another dose of adventure with 'Destinies: Witchwood'. This expansion dives headfirst into new scenarios, packed with characters, monsters, and plots inspired by folklore. You know that competitive, narrative game that blends a board game with a super immersive app? Well, 'Witchwood' takes that to another level!

At the heart of 'Destinies' is the pursuit of your own destiny. Each player chooses a character with two possible 'Destinies' and races to fulfill one of them before the others. In 'Witchwood', you'll continue to hone your skills, collect essential items, complete challenging quests, and lose yourself in thousands of words of rich and engaging narrative. But here's the kicker: your choices in one scenario can have a massive impact on the game world, drastically altering the environment and even influencing future scenarios. It's like the game reacts to your decisions, creating an even more personalized and consequence-filled experience. Get ready to explore, discover, and shape your own dark fairy tale!

Expansion for

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Expansions

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3 items

Rules videos

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Rules manual

Official PDF file

Rules manual — Destinies: Witchwood English · PDF
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Best player count

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1–3 players
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Game details

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Components: Digital Hybrid – App/Website Required Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Gamefound Folk Tales & Fairy Tales: Baba Yaga Game: Destinies Misc: LongPack Games
Publisher Lucky Duck Games, Geekach LLC, Grimspire, Hobby World, Mosaico Jogos
Designer Karol Górniak
Artist Cezary Szymański, David Kovačič, Magdalena Leszczyńska

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the 'Destinies' base game to play Witchwood?
Yes, 'Destinies: Witchwood' is an expansion and requires the 'Destinies' base game to play. It adds new scenarios and elements to the original experience.
How many players can participate in a game of Witchwood?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, allowing 1 to 3 players to adventure together or solo through the new scenarios.
What is the average playtime for a game with this expansion?
'Witchwood' games follow the base game's duration, typically ranging from 90 to 150 minutes, depending on the scenario and the number of players.
Does the game's complexity change with the expansion?
The expansion doesn't drastically increase rules complexity but adds more narrative depth and choices with consequences, maintaining the base game's original weight of 2/5 (light-medium).
What makes 'Witchwood' different from other 'Destinies' expansions?
'Witchwood' stands out for how player decisions in one scenario can permanently alter the world and affect future scenarios, creating a more interconnected and reactive campaign.
Who is this expansion for?
It's perfect for those who already enjoy the narrative experience of 'Destinies' and are looking for more content, with a greater focus on folklore-inspired stories and the thrill of seeing their choices impact the journey long-term.