Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love massive miniatures and Norse lore, Ymir will blow your mind with top‑tier tactical combat.
Highlights
- Detailed titan miniature
- Card‑driven campaign system
- Varied player powers
Keep in mind
- Requires translated cards
- Player elimination possible
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Mythic Battles: Ragnarök – Ymir brings the epic origin of the primordial giant from Norse mythology to the tabletop. Ymir, the first being of the Nine Worlds, was sacrificed by the gods, who used his blood to drown the giants and his flesh to form the oceans and the land of Midgard. The expansion supplies a detailed titan miniature, an alternate head piece, a themed dashboard, and 3‑D frozen tokens, plus activation and recruitment cards that breathe life into the scenario. Gameplay blends area movement, line of sight, and dice rolling, while each player manages a hand of cards and exploits unique variable powers. Campaign‑driven cards guide a series of interconnected missions that can lead to player elimination. Open drafting means everyone picks units from a shared pool simultaneously, creating intense strategic choices. Perfect for fans of hefty miniatures, mythic narratives, and tactical combat, the set supports 1‑4 players in 60‑90‑minute sessions. Because the expansion relies on translated cards, having a spreadsheet or Portuguese‑language cards on hand is advisable to keep the game flowing. Overall, Ymir adds literal weight to the board and opens fresh campaign possibilities for owners of the base game.
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Publisher
Monolith Board Games, Synergy Games
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, perfect for small groups or solo play.
What’s the typical playtime?
Around 60–90 minutes, varying with the scenario selected.
Do I need any extra material?
Yes, having the cards translated or a reference spreadsheet in English is recommended.
How complex are the mechanics?
Medium‑to‑high: hand management, line of sight and variable powers, but the rules are well illustrated.
Can the expansion be played on its own?
No, Ymir is an expansion and requires the base game Mythic Battles: Ragnarök.
Is player elimination a factor?
Yes, players can be eliminated, so defensive tactics are essential.
What components are included?
Titan miniature, alternate head, dashboard, 8 frozen 3D tokens, 5 activation cards and 1 recruitment card.