Five Leagues From The Borderlands: 3rd Edition

Modiphius Entertainment, Nordic Weasel Games · Board game · 2022

1–2 · best 1 Solo 30–120 min Weight 3.3/5

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy solo or two-player adventure with a touch of RPG and lots of exploration, Five Leagues From The Borderlands is for you! The third edition supercharged the game with new rules and content.

Highlights

Immersive solo adventure
Customizable campaign
New magic rules
Rich, grim exploration

Keep in mind

Requires rule reading
Production needs space
Can be a bit complex

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a solo or two-player adventure! In 'Five Leagues From The Borderlands', you lead a band of heroes through a grim world, packed with monsters, enemies, and jaw-dropping quests. The third edition has arrived with a bang, introducing brand-new rules for spell-casting and a new Mystic Hero with over 30 spells for you to wield. Want more? There are fresh backgrounds for non-human heroes and a dungeon crawling mode that will keep you on the edge of your seat! And that's not all: new rules for Proficiency Tests, Story Points, creating your own map, and Hideouts. Even the campaign turn structure has been completely overhauled to make everything more dynamic. Prepare to roll some dice, measure every step, and dive headfirst into this dark fantasy universe. It's for those who enjoy a good story, challenges, and the thrill of exploring the unknown, all from the comfort of your table, whether you're playing alone or with a friend.

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Publisher Modiphius Entertainment, Nordic Weasel Games

Designer Ivan Sorensen

Artist Christian Quinot

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions

Is this game only for one player?

It was designed with solo play in mind, but it also works great for two players, sharing the adventure and challenges.

How long does a game session take?

It varies! A session can range from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on how quickly you progress through the story and quests.

Do I need a lot of components to play?

Yes, it has quite a few components, including miniatures (which can be your own or generic ones), maps, and dice. It's a more robust game in that regard.

Is it hard to learn?

It has a medium-high complexity (3.33/5 on BGG), so it requires some dedication to understand all the rules, especially the new features in the 3rd edition. But the reward is significant!

What's new in the 3rd edition?

Lots of things! New spell-casting rules, a new Mystic hero, over 30 spells, rules for dungeon crawling (Delves), Proficiency Tests, map creation, and an improved campaign turn structure.

Is it a wargame or an RPG?

It's a mix! It has wargame elements with tactical movement and combat, but the main focus is on adventure, exploration, and developing your hero party, with a strong RPG feel.

Is it worth it for those who already have older editions?

Absolutely! The 3rd edition brings significant updates and new content that greatly expand the gameplay experience, especially with the magic and exploration rules.