Dwellings of Eldervale: Legendary Upgrade Kit

Breaking Games · Board game
1–5 Solo 60–150 min Weight 3.0/5
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8.3 rating BGG
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Our Verdict

A must-have for component lovers who want to add visual and auditory depth to their game.

Highlights
  • Colored miniatures with impressive details
  • Sound bases that boost immersion
  • Adds variability in monster selection
  • Fits entirely in the original box
Keep in mind
  • Doesn't change core game rules
  • Requires the base game for any use
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About the game
Get ready to level up your Eldervale experience! The Legendary Upgrade Kit isn't just a visual polish; it's a package that brings more life and impact to your gaming sessions. The highlight here is the 8 new Elemental Monsters, which arrive to shake up player strategies. Now, whenever a Monster Lair tile is added to the map, you have the freedom to choose which elemental creature will terrorize the region, adding an extra layer of decision-making and variability to the game's setup.

Each monster comes fully equipped: you get a detailed 50mm miniature in colored plastic (matching the element's color) with a black 'wash' finish to highlight every sculpt detail. If you prefer a faster setup or want to save space, the kit also includes standees as an alternative to the minis, along with specific cards detailing the unique abilities and devastating effects of each beast. From the water-dwelling Kraken to the airy Cloud Spirit, including the Volcanic Terror and the Bringer of Justice, the variety is immense.

The real 'cherry on top' are the sound effect (Sound FX) bases. The kit provides 9 sound bases, each storing two different monster sounds, compatible with both Deluxe and Legendary miniatures. There is even a dedicated base for the Frost Giant and Mother of Dragons, those optional mini-expansions included in the base game. Best of all? Despite all this luxury, all components are designed to fit perfectly inside the standard base game box, so you won't need extra shelf space to store this upgrade. It's the ideal choice for those who want to turn their table into an epic and immersive battlefield.
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Game: Dwellings of Eldervale
Publisher Breaking Games
Designer Luke Laurie
Artist Anton Fadeev, Brian Valeza, Frank Wade, Irina Kuzmina, Leesha Hannigan, Merilliza Chan, Nathanael Mortensen, Sam Turner, Sasha Radivojevic, Sergio Chaves
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game to use this kit?
Yes, this is an upgrade and expansion kit; it cannot be played standalone.
Are the miniatures painted?
They come in colored plastic based on their element and have a black 'wash' to highlight details, so no basic painting is required.
Does the kit take up much shelf space?
Nope! Everything is designed to fit inside the standard base game box.
What are the Sound FX bases?
They are bases that emit monster sounds, making the gaming experience much more immersive.
Does the kit change the game's complexity?
It doesn't change the game's weight; it simply adds monster choice options and improves visual and auditory presentation.