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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Love epic boss battles and want to feel the dragon's might? This is your game!
Highlights
- Epic boss confrontation
- Fun deck building
- Quick and accessible expansion
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Game time may vary
- Maximum 4 players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hero Realms: Boss Deck – The Dragon is the most anticipated expansion of the Hero Realms series, bringing a dragon or lich as a boss that challenges a party of 2 to 4 hero players. Each boss comes with an initial 30‑card deck, each card featuring unique abilities, new card types, and a design that makes the player feel the monster’s power. The goal is simple: the boss must eliminate the heroes before they can win. The deck, bag, and pool building mechanic is retained, but now the boss also builds its own deck, creating an AI experience that requires planning and adaptation. Additionally, the expansion introduces a boss‑vs‑boss duel mode, where two players can pit their dragons or liches against one another, creating an epic and unpredictable showdown. The game remains lightweight and fast, with games lasting about 20 to 30 minutes, ideal for weekend sessions or for those looking for something shorter than traditional board games. Components include 30 boss cards, 2 boss decks, 1 dragon or lich card, and 1 boss deck card, all printed in Portuguese and English. The expansion is a Kickstarter crowdfunding project that has already won over adventure and strategy fans. If you enjoy high‑stakes battles, building smart decks, and putting your dragon into action, Hero Realms: Boss Deck – The Dragon is the perfect choice to raise the level of your game sessions.
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2
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3
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Wise Wizard Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment GmbH, Devir, IELLO, IUVI Games
Designer
Darwin Kastle, Robert Dougherty
Artist
Adam Lachmanski, Antonis Papantoniou, Randy Delven, Vito Gesualdi
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
Between 2 and 4 players can join the main game. For the boss‑vs‑boss mode, two players face off with their own boss decks.
What is the average game time?
Games last between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on the number of players and chosen strategy.
Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, Hero Realms: Boss Deck – The Dragon is an expansion, so you need the base game to play.
How does the boss‑vs‑boss mode work?
Two players select their own boss decks (dragon or lich) and battle each other, each using their boss deck against the opponent.
What components are included in the expansion?
The expansion contains 30 boss cards, 2 boss decks, 1 dragon or lich card, 1 boss deck card, plus additional rules and a rulebook.
Is the game suitable for beginners?
Yes, the rules are simple and the game follows the Hero Realms mechanics, which are known for their accessibility.
Is there Portuguese support?
Yes, the cards and rulebook are available in Portuguese, though some technical terms may require a translated spreadsheet.