Hero Realms: Character Pack – Ranger

Wise Wizard Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, ADC Blackfire Entertainment GmbH · Board game · 2016
2–4 · best 2 20+ min Weight 1.9/5
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.7 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 3.49
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Perfect for those who want to vary their opening strategy and love the archer theme. Adds great variety to PvP!

Highlights
  • Changes the early game dynamics
  • Interesting class-specific abilities
  • Easy to learn and implement
  • Great value for expanding the game
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game to play
  • Small pack with few cards
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.

About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever felt that the starting deck in Hero Realms is a bit too generic? The Ranger Character Pack is here to fix that! Instead of starting with the same cards as everyone else, you step into the shoes of a Ranger, bringing unique abilities that completely shift the fight's dynamics. It's like choosing your 'class' in an RPG, but with the speed and fluidity of a card game.

In practice, this pack replaces your standard starting deck with a custom set of 10 cards. This means your opening strategy is different from the get-go: you have access to class-specific cards, such as the 'Hunting Bow' and 'Black Arrow', allowing you to dictate the pace of the game differently than a Fighter or a Wizard would. On top of that, you get special abilities (one minor and one major) that add an extra layer of flavor to your turns, forcing your opponents to adapt their strategies to take you down.

If you play in PvP (player vs player) mode, each character creates a fresh challenge, making matches far more varied. For those who enjoy the cooperative campaign, the Ranger serves as the starting point for your hero, which you'll customize and evolve throughout the journey. The pack is lean and efficient, containing the character cards, health and score markers, and specific rules. It's the perfect addition for players who want more tactical depth without needing massive rulebooks, as the learning curve is almost instantaneous. If you love precision, pinpoint attacks, and having a tactical edge from the very first turn, the Ranger is your ideal choice.

Expansion for

Published additional content

1 items

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 REC

Where to Buy

Prices monitored daily

Finding best prices...

Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Hero Realms
Publisher Wise Wizard Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, ADC Blackfire Entertainment GmbH, Devir, IELLO, IUVI Games
Designer Darwin Kastle, Robert Dougherty
Artist Antonis Papantoniou, Randy Delven, Vito Gesualdi

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Do I need the base game to use this pack?
Yes! This is an expansion pack. You need the Hero Realms base game to play.
How many cards are in the pack?
The pack contains 15 cards in total, including the 10-card starting deck, abilities, and markers.
Is the Ranger hard to play?
Not at all! The complexity is the same as the base game; you're just swapping starting cards for others with different effects.
Can I use the Ranger in the cooperative campaign?
Absolutely! It serves as the starting point for your character, which you'll improve throughout the campaign.
Does the game take longer with the Ranger?
No, the game time remains the same (around 20 minutes); the only difference is the strategy used.