Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Folklore: The Affliction is for those who love deep immersion in a horror and fantasy world, with a captivating narrative and the chance to play as a ghost. It's a story-rich dungeon crawler!
Highlights
- Engaging, deep narrative
- Customizable characters
- Death is not the end
- Strategic combat
- High replayability
Keep in mind
- Long play time
- Rules can be dense
- Language dependent
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a spine-chilling cooperative adventure in Folklore: The Affliction! In this 1-5 player RPG board game, your mission is clear: find and eradicate the source of an ancient evil that is corrupting the land and its inhabitants. Vampirism and lycanthropy are just some of the afflictions plaguing the world, and it's up to you and your companions to free the people and expand your own abilities to confront the darkness. The coolest part is that death isn't the end: your character can continue playing as a ghost, with ethereal powers to aid your allies from beyond the grave! You're never truly out of the action, which is a huge differentiator.
Folklore plunges you into an immersive narrative, featuring strategic combat, deep character development, and extensive customization options. Your choices and the outcomes of your actions – whether successes or failures – genuinely impact the entire group, heightening tension and interaction. Choose one of six unique and customizable characters and embark on a quest to accumulate Lore by overcoming supernatural afflictions. You'll explore the region, entering dark locations that transform into true miniature-based 'dungeon crawls'. As you delve deeper into the darkness, even more intriguing storylines unfold, propelling your quest to banish evil back to where it belongs. If you enjoy a good horror story with plenty of exploration and tactical combat, Folklore is an excellent choice!
Folklore plunges you into an immersive narrative, featuring strategic combat, deep character development, and extensive customization options. Your choices and the outcomes of your actions – whether successes or failures – genuinely impact the entire group, heightening tension and interaction. Choose one of six unique and customizable characters and embark on a quest to accumulate Lore by overcoming supernatural afflictions. You'll explore the region, entering dark locations that transform into true miniature-based 'dungeon crawls'. As you delve deeper into the darkness, even more intriguing storylines unfold, propelling your quest to banish evil back to where it belongs. If you enjoy a good horror story with plenty of exploration and tactical combat, Folklore is an excellent choice!
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Rules videos
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Fast Painting Folklore: the Affliction
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CAG Ventures through the world of Folklore: The Afflictioin : Skirmish
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CAG Ventures through the world of Folklore: The Affliciton: Adventuring and encounter
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CAG Ventures through the world of Folklore: The Afflictioin : Understanding the Cards
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Folklore the Collosal Dark Oak Painted
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World Map Walkthrough
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Rob Paints Live - Folklore The Affliction
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CAG Ventures through the world of Folklore: The Afflictioin : Reference Cards
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CAG Ventures through the world of Folklore: The Afflictioin : Story Book
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Folklore Core set painted
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Folklore the Affliction - Painted Finale
Best player count
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Greenbrier Games, Twin Fire Productions, LLC
Designer
Nick Blain, Will Donovan
Artist
Henning Ludvigsen, Jason Engle, Stephen Gibson
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Folklore: The Affliction?
The game is designed for 1 to 5 players, making it great for both solo sessions and small groups.
What is the average play time for a game session?
A full game of Folklore: The Affliction typically takes between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the scenario and the number of players.
Is Folklore: The Affliction a complex game?
With a weight of 3.7021/5 on BGG, it's considered a medium to high complexity game. The rules are robust, and strategic depth requires dedication.
Do I need a lot of table space to play?
Yes, with a modular board and many components (miniatures, cards, tokens), Folklore: The Affliction takes up considerable table space. Be prepared to spread out the adventure!
Does the game have a lot of story or is it more combat-focused?
It balances both very well! There's a rich, immersive narrative with choices that affect the story, but also challenging tactical combat with miniatures.
Are expansions necessary to enjoy the game?
No, the base game already offers a complete experience and many hours of fun. Expansions add more content, characters, and campaigns, but are not essential to start.
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