Talisman (Revised 4th Edition): The Reaper Expansion

Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2008

2–6 · best 4 90 min Weight 2.1/5

— rating Ludopedia

7.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 17.45

— rating Ludopedia

7.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 17.45 Ask about Rules

Our Verdict

FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy Talisman and want more danger and interaction, this expansion is for you! The arrival of Death adds extra flavor and makes everything more chaotic and fun.

Highlights

Death adds tension
New characters and cards
More player interaction
Increases replayability

Keep in mind

Can make the game longer
Still relies on luck

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a shiver down your spine, because Death himself has decided to take a stroll through the kingdom! The Reaper expansion for Talisman: Revised 4th Edition brings the grim figure of the Grim Reaper to spice up the race for the Crown of Command even more. Now, besides facing monsters and completing quests, players will have to deal with the constant presence of Death, who can be manipulated to hinder opponents. This expansion doesn't skimp on new content: there are 4 new characters with incredible miniatures (Dark Cultist, Sage, Knight, and Merchant), ready to join the adventure. To top it off, there are 90 new Adventure Cards, 26 Spell Cards, and 12 Warlock Quest Cards, ensuring no two games are the same. If you already enjoy Talisman and want more challenges, dangers, and twists, this expansion is a perfect fit. It increases the tension, player interaction, and the sense of imminent danger. It's the right choice for those who want to take the Talisman experience to a new level of deadliness!

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players

2 OK

3 REC

4 BEST

5 REC

6 OK

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Game details

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Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Edge Entertainment, Ediciones MasQueOca, Galakta, Game Harbor, Games Workshop Ltd., Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby Game Mall, Hobby Japan, Mandoo Games, Nexus Editrice, Pegasus Spiele, Stratelibri

Designer John Goodenough

Artist Federico Piatti, Felicia Cano, Frank Walls, John Goodenough, Julie Dillon, Mark Winters, Massimiliano Bertolini, McLean Kendree, Ralph Horsley, Robert Harris, Ryan Barger

Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

Do I need the Talisman: Revised 4th Edition base game to play?

Absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game to use the new cards and characters.

How many players can participate with this expansion?

The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is 2 to 6 players.

Does the expansion make the game harder?

Yes, the presence of Death and the new cards can increase the challenge and unpredictability, making the journey more perilous.

How much time does it add to the game?

It might add a bit more playtime, depending on luck and player strategies, but the goal is to enrich the experience, not necessarily to prolong it excessively.

What kind of new components are included?

The expansion includes 4 new characters with miniatures, 90 Adventure Cards, 26 Spell Cards, and 12 Warlock Quest Cards, plus the Death miniature.

Does this expansion significantly change the game?

It adds significant elements that alter the dynamics, especially with the introduction of Death as a manipulable element, increasing interaction and chaos.