Shadows of Brimstone: Temple of Shadows Deluxe Expansion

Flying Frog Productions · Board game · 2019
1–4 · best 3, 4 Solo 90–180 min
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8.6 rating BGG
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

For those who love Shadows of Brimstone and want more Feudal Japan, this expansion is a full plate of adventure and horror!

Highlights
  • More amazing heroes and enemies
  • Expanded Japanese setting
  • New missions and maps
  • Immersive cooperative adventure
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
  • Complexity increases
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you've already ventured through the dark lands of Shadows of Brimstone and enjoyed the vibe of exploration and combat against cosmic horrors, get ready! The "Temple of Shadows Deluxe" expansion throws you right into Feudal Japan, mixing samurai, demons, and an ancient temple that became the stage for an epic battle. This box doesn't skimp on content, bringing four new hero classes for you to choose from: the Enforcer, an intimidating brute; the Geisha, a master of illusion and stealth combat; the Soldier, a war veteran with a deadly aim; and the Kitsune, a guardian spirit with supernatural powers. But beware, because the enemies are also more sinister! Face the Chochinobake, demonic lanterns that burn and bite you relentlessly; the Takobake Warriors, once noble, now tentacled monsters; the terrifying Skin Crawlers emerging from pools of slime; and the fearsome Fallen Shogun, a mutant leader ready to crush you. Furthermore, the expansion adds new missions, modular tiles that expand both the Feudal Japan setting and the "Belly of the Beast" OtherWorld, plus a ton of cards and tokens to make your adventures even denser and more challenging. It's the perfect choice for those who want more story, more characters, and more monsters to face in this already rich universe.

Best player count

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1–4 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Shadows of Brimstone Mechanism: Campaign Games
Publisher Flying Frog Productions
Designer Jason C. Hill
Artist Brian Snoddy, Gaël Goumon, Jack Scott Hill, Ralph Horsley, Tomasz Jedruszek

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the Shadows of Brimstone base game to play this expansion?
Yes, this is a deluxe expansion and requires the Shadows of Brimstone base game (Forbidden Fortress or another compatible core set) to be played.
How many players can participate in this expansion?
Just like the base game, the Temple of Shadows Deluxe expansion supports 1 to 4 players.
How long does a game session take with this expansion?
Sessions can vary widely, but expect 90 to 180 minutes, depending on the mission and the number of players.
Is the game in English?
Yes, the expansion is published in English and has considerable language dependency. Having a translation or fluent English speakers is highly recommended.
What are the main new contents of this expansion?
The expansion adds 4 new heroes, 4 new enemy types, new missions, double-sided map tiles (Forbidden Fortress/Belly of the Beast), and many other components.
Is it a competitive or cooperative game?
Shadows of Brimstone, including this expansion, is a cooperative game where all players work together against the challenges presented by the game.
What is the complexity level?
The base game already has moderate to high complexity, and this expansion adds more rules and options, maintaining or increasing this complexity for experienced players.