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Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) – Phantom Dragon Expansion

Portal Games · Board game · 2021
— Ludopedia 7.0 BGG 2 90–120 min
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Fans of asymmetric direct confrontation games will love this expansion that completely changes the rules - literally! The Phantom Dragon adds an epic element to the siege, with a creature that grows in power as the battle heats up. Tension reaches new heights when every mana point or wall panic makes the threat more dangerous. Just don't expect perfect balance - this is pure medieval horror!

Highlights
  • Game-changing new win condition
  • Dragon's progressive growth creates tension
  • More tactical options for both sides
Keep in mind
  • Intentionally unbalanced, as the theme demands
  • Requires base game to play
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The Phantom Dragon shakes things up in Stronghold: Undead! This expansion adds a new win condition for Invaders: breaching the stronghold's gates with this legendary creature's overwhelming power. As a necromancer, you'll summon this ancient beast that grows stronger with every mana point invested and every panic on the walls. Defenders will sweat when this threat starts pounding on their doors - literally! But beware: the dragon isn't invincible, and the cat-and-mouse game remains as tense as ever. This redesigned version of first edition gate rules brings new tactical options for both sides of the conflict. Get ready to watch the stronghold shake when the real nightmare begins! (Fun fact: one component came inside the base game's KS edition box because it was too big for the expansion's small box!)

Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
2 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Action Points Area Majority / Influence Point to Point Movement Variable Player Powers

Categories

Expansion for Base-game Fantasy Fighting Horror Medieval

Families

Admin: Better Description Needed! Creatures: Dragons Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Two-Player Only Games
Publisher Portal Games
Designer Ignacy Trzewiczek
Artist Tomasz Jedruszek

Community

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285owners
10wishlist
5want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Do I need the base game?
Yes, this is an expansion that requires Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) to play.
How many players?
Like the base game, it's exclusively for 2 players (one as Invader and one as Defender).
Does it change the original game much?
It does! Adds a new alternate win condition and new rules for both sides of the conflict.
Is the dragon invincible?
No, but it's extremely powerful - the longer the game goes, the stronger it gets!
Worth it for first edition owners?
This expansion existed in the first edition but was redesigned - check the new rules before buying.

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