# Runebound (Third Edition): The Mountains Rise – Adventure Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 120-180 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Artists**: Enrique Rivera
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, Arclight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World
- **Categories**: Adventure, Dice, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you're already a fan of Runebound and want more excitement and challenges in your adventures, this pack is a gem!More card varietyNew combat challengesStylish new heroEnhanced hero customizationRequires the base gameHigh translation dependencyHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Things are getting wild in Terrinoth! Beasts are bolder than ever, venturing out from their lairs to hunt. Folks are locking their doors, hoping heroes will sort out this mess. That's where 'The Mountains Rise' comes in, an adventure pack for fans of Runebound (Third Edition). It doesn't change the base game but adds a fresh twist to your games with 15 new adventure cards, introducing new enemies, events, and quests to amp up the chaos. To give heroes a boost, there are 20 new asset cards and 10 new skill cards, letting you customize your character your way. And the coolest part? Many of these assets come with combat tokens that can introduce new symbols, ensuring every fight is a unique challenge. Plus, there's a brand-new hero: Nanok of the Blade, a warrior who prefers the thrill of pure combat over any armor. If you enjoy Runebound and crave more variety and challenges, this pack is for you. Get ready to face the mountains and show them who's boss!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Runebound (Third Edition) to play this expansion?
Absolutely! 'The Mountains Rise' is an adventure pack, so it adds content to the base game. You can't play it without the base game.

### Does this expansion change the game's rules significantly?
No, it focuses on adding more cards (adventure, asset, skill) and a new hero. The core mechanics of the base game remain the same, but with more options and challenges.

### What's different about the new hero, Nanok of the Blade?
Nanok is a warrior who enjoys fighting without armor. He offers a different playstyle, focused on direct combat and adrenaline, without extra protection.

### Do the new combat cards with symbols make the game harder?
They add more complexity and variety to battles. They might force you to think about new strategies, but they also open up new possibilities for victory!

### Does the game get much longer with this expansion?
The expansion adds more content and options, which might slightly extend the playtime, especially if you explore all the new elements. However, the base playtime of 120-180 minutes still applies.

### Is it necessary to translate everything to play?
Yes, Ludopedia indicates extensive language dependency. It's highly recommended to have the cards translated or use a reference guide to fully enjoy the game.

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