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Our Verdict
An explosive dose of chaos for those who found the base game challenging!
Highlights
- Adds unpredictable tension
- New strategic layers
- Great value with promos
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Increases complexity
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Grab your fire extinguisher, because things are about to get heated! In 'Keep the Heroes Out!: Playing with Fire', your dungeon has just gained a very pyromaniac problem: the Emberlings. These little fire monsters don't care about your decor; they are here to turn everything into ash. If you thought dealing with heroes was a nightmare, wait until you see the chaos fire can wreak on your board.
In this expansion, fire isn't just a visual effect—it's a resource (and a major hazard!) that requires careful management. The Emberlings bring explosive tactics that can mess with everyone's plans. When fire spreads through a room, the consequences are immediate: it can deal damage to heroes, drain your precious resources, or even strike your own monsters! It turns the game into a constant crisis management simulator. If you don't plan how to extinguish these outbreaks or how to use your warriors to contain the flames, your dungeon will end up as nothing more than a smoldering pile of rubble.
The fire mechanic adds a whole new layer of tension to the base game. You'll have to decide whether to focus on fighting off the invasion or spending vital turns trying to prevent the dungeon structure from being destroyed. To make things even better, the expansion comes packed with three promo packs: the Quijote pack, the Year of the Dragon pack, and the Very Jolly pack, ensuring the fun (and the danger) lasts much longer. It is the perfect addition for players looking to crank up the difficulty and add a layer of chaotic unpredictability to their dungeon defense setup. Just a friendly tip: don't try to hug an Emberling unless you're looking to test your skin's heat resistance!
In this expansion, fire isn't just a visual effect—it's a resource (and a major hazard!) that requires careful management. The Emberlings bring explosive tactics that can mess with everyone's plans. When fire spreads through a room, the consequences are immediate: it can deal damage to heroes, drain your precious resources, or even strike your own monsters! It turns the game into a constant crisis management simulator. If you don't plan how to extinguish these outbreaks or how to use your warriors to contain the flames, your dungeon will end up as nothing more than a smoldering pile of rubble.
The fire mechanic adds a whole new layer of tension to the base game. You'll have to decide whether to focus on fighting off the invasion or spending vital turns trying to prevent the dungeon structure from being destroyed. To make things even better, the expansion comes packed with three promo packs: the Quijote pack, the Year of the Dragon pack, and the Very Jolly pack, ensuring the fun (and the danger) lasts much longer. It is the perfect addition for players looking to crank up the difficulty and add a layer of chaotic unpredictability to their dungeon defense setup. Just a friendly tip: don't try to hug an Emberling unless you're looking to test your skin's heat resistance!
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Publisher
Brueh Games Inc., Mirakulus
Designer
Luís Brueh
Can I play this expansion on its own?
No, you absolutely need the base game 'Keep the Heroes Out!' to play.
Does the game get much harder?
Yes, the fire element adds a crisis management layer that can significantly complicate dungeon survival.
How long does a game last with the expansion?
Playtime stays around 40-45 minutes, but the intensity definitely goes up!
How many players can play?
It follows the base game's standard, working for 1 to 4 players.
What are these promo packs?
The expansion comes with extra content like the Quijote and Year of the Dragon packs to vary your gameplay.
Is it a very complex game?
It introduces new rules regarding fire interaction, so the weight increases slightly, but nothing a base game fan can't handle.