Iron Helm: Iron Chest

Grey Gnome Games · Board game · 2022
1 Solo 30–45 min Weight 3.0/5
8.0 rating Ludopedia
8.5 rating BGG
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8.0 rating Ludopedia
8.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're a fan of Iron Helm and enjoy a solo adventure packed with challenges and twists, Iron Chest is a must-have! This expansion turbocharges the experience with tons of new content.

Highlights
  • Massive content expansion
  • New challenges and enemies
  • More items and artifacts
  • Improves organization
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Moderate language dependency
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About the game
Get ready to dive headfirst into the Iron Helm universe with its most robust expansion, Iron Chest! If you're already a fan of the base game, know that this beauty adds a HUGE amount of content, expanding the adventures and dangers your hero will face. This expansion brings five card packs that supercharge the experience: 'The Spire of Zogar' pits you directly against the tyrant Zogar in an epic final battle. 'The Lonely Troll Inn' allows you to hire henchmen to aid you, each with their own quirks and morale that needs maintaining (and, of course, a 12mm die to track it!). 'Beasts & Burdens' introduces 'Afflictions,' cards that change the game's rules, forcing you to deal with curses like gluttony or poisoning, alongside tougher enemies. Want more powerful items? 'Realms & Relics' brings Artifacts, magical relics you obtain by spending blessing tokens, and Environment cards that alter the rules for each dungeon level. Finally, 'Random Encounters' adds jumbo maps to track your progress and miniatures to represent your hero, plus random events between dungeon levels. Oh, and for the organizers out there, it includes card dividers to keep everything tidy. It's a complete package for those who want more and more Iron Helm!
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Category: Dungeon Crawler Category: Print-on-Demand Crowdfunding: Game Crafter Crowd Sale Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Players: Solitaire Only Card Games Players: Solitaire Only Games
Publisher Grey Gnome Games
Designer Jason Glover
Artist Daniel F. Walthall, Jason Glover
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base Iron Helm game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Iron Chest is an expansion and requires the base Iron Helm game to be played.
How many players can participate?
Iron Helm and its expansions are designed for one player. So, it's a solo adventure!
What's the average playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, typically between 30 to 45 minutes per solo session.
Does the game become much more complex with Iron Chest?
It adds more layers and options, which might increase the perceived complexity. However, the core rules remain the same, just with more elements to manage.
What are the main new components?
The expansion includes several card packs (adventure, henchmen, afflictions, artifacts, environments), jumbo maps, miniatures, and card dividers.
Do I need to translate anything to play?
Yes, there is a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have a translated spreadsheet or printed cards with translations to facilitate gameplay.