Shadows of Brimstone: Dark Stone Hydra XL Enemy Pack

Flying Frog Productions · Board game · 2016
— Ludopedia 8.1 BGG 1–6 Solo 60 min
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FOR GENRE FANS

If you dig the horror and challenge of Shadows of Brimstone, this giant Hydra is an addition that will make your group run for cover! Get ready for an enemy that won't quit and will test your tactics.

Highlights
  • Giant and detailed miniature
  • Elevated tactical challenge
  • Increases the fear factor
  • More enemy variety
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • High language dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare to face a terror not from another world, but from the corrupted earth itself! The Dark Stone Hydra is the sinister result of Void energy that spread after Brimstone's devastation. This mutant creature, a giant and horrifying rattlesnake, now haunts the canyons and mines, bringing palpable danger. With multiple hissing heads ready to strike and Dark Stone shards sprouting from its body, it's a threat that moves with surprising agility, capable of slithering between heroes to change targets and unleash devastating attacks.

But the danger doesn't stop there. The radiation emanating from the Dark Stone Hydra corrupts everything around it, and its regenerative ability makes combat even more challenging. Even if you manage to sever its heads, the creature still fights with fury, and its power loss is offset by its tenacity. This pack contains everything you need to add this colossal and terrifying beast to your adventures in Shadows of Brimstone. It includes a detailed Hydra model, along with the cards and enemy record needed to integrate it into your games. It's the perfect addition for those looking to increase the challenge and horror in the Wild West.

This is an enemy pack that requires the base game of Shadows of Brimstone to play. It adds a new and fearsome opponent to your monster repertoire, ensuring each encounter is a tense and memorable experience. The complexity of the base game remains, but the Dark Stone Hydra adds an extra layer of tactics and danger, especially for groups seeking more intense challenges.

Best player count

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1–6 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Shadows of Brimstone
Publisher Flying Frog Productions
Designer Jason C. Hill
Artist Jack Scott Hill

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61wishlist
33want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the Shadows of Brimstone base game to use the Dark Stone Hydra?
Yes, absolutely! This is an enemy pack that adds the Hydra to your games, but you need the base game to play.
How many players can face the Hydra?
The Shadows of Brimstone base game supports 1 to 6 players, and this enemy pack fits within that player count.
Is the Dark Stone Hydra very difficult to defeat?
It's designed to be a challenge, especially with its regeneration ability and multiple attacks. The difficulty can vary depending on the threat level of the cards you use.
What exactly comes in this pack?
You get a detailed plastic model of the Dark Stone Hydra, a large enemy record sheet, and threat cards (Low, Medium, and High) to integrate it into the game.
Is the game in English?
The Shadows of Brimstone base game has a lot of text. This enemy pack also requires translation, as the cards and enemy record contain crucial gameplay information.
Is it worth buying if I already have other enemies?
If you're looking for more variety and a memorable challenge, the Dark Stone Hydra is a great choice. It brings interesting mechanics and an impactful visual.