Massive Darkness: Lightbringer Pack

CMON Global Limited, Guillotine Games · Board game · 2017
1–6 Solo 90–180 min
9.0 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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9.0 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those who want to turn the base game into a colossal experience with more monster and hero variety.

Highlights
  • Massive amount of miniatures
  • Challenging new quests
  • Heroes with distinct powers
  • Visually stunning scenario tiles
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Language dependency for some
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About the game
If you're already diving into the Massive Darkness universe and feel like you need more chaos and heroes at your table, the Lightbringer Pack is the ultimate upgrade. Essentially, this set gathers everything that was part of the main Kickstarter pledge level, bringing a massive arsenal of content that drastically expands the gameplay possibilities.

First, let's talk about who's joining the fight: you get three new heroes — Myriam, Lil' Ned, and Sicarius — each with their own cards and unique abilities to diversify your party composition. But don't think it'll be easy, because CMON didn't hold back on the villains. The pack injects 18 varied enemies into the game, from Werewolves and Ogres to more exotic creatures like the Fomorian and the Nightmare Thing, all accompanied by their respective status cards.

Beyond the army of monsters, the pack provides geographical and narrative content. There are 6 new Lava and Crystal tiles, which change the look of the modular board, along with a quest book containing 6 new missions to test your group's resilience. To top it all off, there are several 'extra' bosses and minions (such as Orcs and Goblins) that, while not marked as exclusives, add that extra spice to the battles.

To keep things organized, the kit also includes useful accessories, such as a dice bag and notation pads for the Bonecrusher class. It's worth noting that since this is dense content with many cards, players using localized versions might find the need for complementary translations to fully enjoy the lore and rules of the new components.
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Game: Massive Darkness
Publisher CMON Global Limited, Guillotine Games
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play the Lightbringer Pack on its own?
No, it's an expansion. You absolutely need the Massive Darkness base game to use it.
What are the coolest items in this pack?
The miniatures are the highlight! You get 3 heroes, 18 varied enemies, and several extra bosses with their minions.
Does it add new stories to the game?
Yes, the pack includes a quest book with 6 new missions for you and your friends to tackle.
Does the game become much harder with this content?
With the addition of new monsters and bosses, battles tend to become more intense and varied.
Is it a lot of setup time?
Since it adds many new components and modular tiles, expect a bit more organization time before starting your session.