Kingdom Death: Monster – Dung Beetle Knight Expansion

Kingdom Death · Board game · 2016
9.4 Ludopedia 9.0 BGG 1–6 · best 4 Solo 60–180 min Weight 4.0/5
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you love Kingdom Death: Monster and are looking for an absurd challenge with a gross and creative twist, this expansion is for you! The Dung Beetle Knight is a tough nut to crack that will test your strategies.

Highlights
  • Thematic and brutal enemy
  • New preparation mechanic
  • Intense cooperative challenge
  • Expands the KDM universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires KDM base game
  • Extremely difficult
  • High language dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to face a creature that's a master of disguise and deception: the Dung Beetle Knight! This cunning and hungry species disguises itself as a knight to fool both predators and prey. Its main tactic? Rolling a massive resin ball, made from its own saliva, which it uses to collect rare feces – yes, you read that right – for its meals. A peculiar delicacy that makes it a relentless foe.

The Dung Beetle Knight isn't here to play; it's one of the most challenging opponents you'll encounter in Kingdom Death: Monster. But don't despair! The expansion introduces the innovative 'Rumbling in the Dark' mechanic, giving your settlement a chance to train and prepare before the epic confrontation. This opportunity to hone your tactics and gear is crucial and shouldn't be missed. Remember, a little preparation can make all the difference against this disgusting and powerful threat. This expansion adds more depth and a brutal challenge for fans of the base game, promising nights of pure tension and cooperative strategy. Oh, and a heads-up: have your dictionaries ready, as the game requires extensive knowledge of the original language to be fully enjoyed. It's for the most dedicated!

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Game details

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Game: Kingdom Death Monster Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Kingdom Death
Designer Adam Poots
Artist Lokman Lam, Lorinda Tomko, Melissa Curtin, Yasmine Putri, Zeen Chin

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Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
Do I need the Kingdom Death: Monster base game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the Kingdom Death: Monster base game to use the Dung Beetle Knight and its mechanics.
What is the difficulty level of the Dung Beetle Knight?
Prepare for the worst! It's classified as an extremely difficult enemy. You'll need a lot of strategy and a bit of luck to defeat it.
Does the expansion add many new rules or is it more focused on combat?
It introduces the 'Rumbling in the Dark' mechanic, which is a new way to prepare your settlement before combat. The main focus is the confrontation against this specific enemy, but preparation is key.
How many players can participate in this expansion?
Kingdom Death: Monster is played by 1 to 6 players, and this expansion follows the same pattern, playable solo or in a group.
Is the game in English?
The expansion itself does not come in Portuguese. There is an extensive language dependency, meaning you'll need a full translation or a good understanding of English to play.
Is it worth it for someone who already has many KDM expansions?
If you're looking for a new and thematic challenge, and you like the idea of facing an enemy with unique mechanics and a very... peculiar concept, then yes! It's another monster to add to your collection of challenges.