Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you love Tainted Grail and want more party flexibility, Niamh is a fantastic addition! She changes the game with her options and forces you to think differently.
Highlights
- Archetype flexibility
- Strategic adaptation
- New party options
- Infiltration ability
Keep in mind
- Reputation penalty
- Requires base game
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Meet Niamh, the character who's about to turn your Tainted Grail world upside down! Unlike others, she doesn't have a fixed starting deck. Think of her as a chameleon: she can adopt any of the four basic archetypes and fit into any campaign. This gives you HUGE freedom when assembling your party and covering those strategic gaps that always pop up. Niamh is an expert at sneaking into and out of settlements unnoticed, as long as she's alone – after all, who wouldn't get used to street life and the underworld, right? But hey, it's not all sunshine and roses. This versatility comes at a price: Niamh carries a reputation penalty that affects the entire group. To compensate, she brings her own board and 30 unique upgrade cards for both combat and diplomacy. If you enjoy flexibility and aren't afraid to deal with an extra reputation challenge, Niamh is for you! She adds a layer of strategy and adaptation that can completely change the game's dynamics. Get ready to explore Avalon in a whole new way with this character full of surprises and with a past that makes her unique.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Albi, Awaken Realms, CrowD Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Giochi Uniti, Kilogames, MeepleBR, Pegasus Spiele, Summon Games, YOKA Games
Designer
Krzysztof Piskorski, Marcin Świerkot
Artist
Ewa Labak, Piotr Foksowicz
Community
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6,553owners
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24want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is Niamh a standalone game or an expansion?
Niamh is an expansion for the base game Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, adding a new playable character.
How many players can play with Niamh?
Like the base game, Niamh can be played by 1 to 4 players.
What is the average playtime with Niamh?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, typically between 60 to 120 minutes per session, depending on the mission's complexity and the group.
Does Niamh add a lot of complexity to the game?
Niamh introduces an archetype selection mechanic that adds a strategic layer, but the overall game complexity is still manageable, especially for those who have already played Tainted Grail.
Do I need the base Tainted Grail game to use Niamh?
Yes, Niamh is an expansion and requires the Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon base game to be played.
Is Niamh good for beginners to Tainted Grail?
Due to its more flexible deck mechanic and reputation penalty, it might be a bit more challenging for absolute beginners. Players already familiar with the base game will benefit more from her versatility.
What components come with Niamh?
The expansion includes Niamh's character board, 30 unique upgrade cards (combat and diplomacy), and depending on the edition, may include a miniature.