Roll Player: Monsters & Minions

Thunderworks Games, Banana Games, CrowD Games · Board game · 2018
1–5 · best 3 Solo 60–120 min Weight 2.8/5
8.5 rating Ludopedia
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love crafting heroes in Roll Player and crave more challenge, this expansion delivers an epic monster hunt! It's more strategy and less pure luck.

Highlights
  • Even deeper hero creation
  • Engaging hunt element
  • More strategic decision-making
  • Expands the Roll Player universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base Roll Player game
  • Moderate language dependency
  • Can increase playtime
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Answer the call to arms in Roll Player: Monsters & Minions! A monstrous abomination is wreaking havoc across the kingdom, and it's up to brave adventurers to unite and stop it. But it's not just about crafting the most epic hero; you also need to arm yourself with crucial intel about this looming threat. Rumors about the beast's lair, the dangers along the path, and its next moves could be the difference between glory and failure. Gathering these whispers and preparing for the final showdown will cost resources, so think carefully about how you spend your dice and actions. All the while, you'll continue to hone your character, seeking the perfect combination of stats and abilities to stand out. The player who crafts the most impressive hero and earns the most Reputation Stars by confronting the monster and its minions will be crowned the heir to the kingdom! This expansion for the base Roll Player game adds a strategic layer of investigation and combat, elevating the experience with new decisions and challenges. It's your chance to prove you're not just a skilled adventurer, but also a shrewd leader and a top-tier monster hunter. Adventure awaits, and glory will be yours!

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1–5 players
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Creatures: Monsters Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Games: Roll Player Mechanism: Dice Drafting Players: Expansions Changing Player Count Setting: World of Ulos
Publisher Thunderworks Games, Banana Games, CrowD Games, Gen-X Games (GenX), Intrafin Games, Ogry Games, Pegasus Spiele, Raven Distribution, Rexhry
Designer Keith Matejka
Artist JJ Ariosa, Lucas Ribeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
Do I need the base Roll Player game to play Monsters & Minions?
Yes, absolutely! Monsters & Minions is an expansion and relies entirely on the base Roll Player game to function.
How many players can participate?
The expansion maintains the original player count, allowing for 1 to 5 players. It even adds a 5-player mode that wasn't in the base game.
Does the game get much longer with this expansion?
It can. The addition of the hunt phase and the need to gather information can extend the playtime, especially in the first few games as everyone gets used to the new rules.
Does the complexity increase significantly?
The complexity increases slightly. The core character-building mechanics remain the same, but the new investigation and combat phase adds more layers of decision-making.
Do I need to translate anything?
Yes, the game has moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have the cards translated or use a reference for the text, as there's important information on the monster and rumor cards.
Is it good for solo players?
Yes! The expansion adds more options and challenges for the solo mode, making the experience even richer for those who play alone.