The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Chef Class

Chip Theory Games · Board game · 2025
1–4 Solo
10.0 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
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10.0 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love food, strategy, and a hint of RPG, this expansion is for you.

Highlights
  • Strategic cooking
  • Fun cooperative play
  • RPG mechanics
  • Hexagonal exploration
  • Unique powers
Keep in mind
  • Unknown playtime
  • Moderate language dependency
  • Requires translated sheet
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Released in 2025, Bethesda’s expansion ‘The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Chef Class’ brings a fresh twist to Tamriel’s lore: food as both weapon and survival tool. What appears to be a simple ‘Chef’ card hides a set of mechanics that turn cuisine into a strategic resource. Each player receives the Chef card, granting unique consumable manipulation abilities and access to a new legendary consumable that can alter the course of a mission. The pack also introduces several side quests centered on cooking, where preparing dishes can heal, immunize, or even weaken foes. The game remains cooperative, but with a stronger role‑playing emphasis: chefs must choose specializations, manage ingredients, and decide when to deploy each dish. Dice resolution is icon‑based, letting results translate into food effects, while traditional dice rolls still determine task success. The modular hexagonal board offers varied exploration routes, and technology tracks let each chef evolve along paths ranging from ‘Magical Cuisine’ to ‘Combat Kitchen’. Variable powers ensure every player brings something unique to the table, and the variable set‑up guarantees each campaign feels fresh. If you enjoy blending fantasy, strategy, and a dash of RPG, this expansion promises hours of fun. If you already own the base game, don’t miss the chance to try the new class and discover how cooking can save the world (or at least your character).

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1–4 players
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Admin: Upcoming Releases Video Game Theme: The Elder Scrolls
Publisher Chip Theory Games

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players.
What is the average game time?
The time varies by mission, but typically ranges from 60 to 120 minutes.
What is the game's complexity?
Medium to high; involves resource management, RPG decisions, and icon-based dice resolution.
What components are included?
Chef card, legendary consumable, ingredient tokens, themed dice, modular hex board, technology tokens, and mission cards.
Who is this game for?
Players who enjoy Elder Scrolls themes, cooperative and RPG mechanics, and a culinary twist.
Do I need additional materials?
Yes, if you want to play in Portuguese you need a translated sheet or Portuguese cards.
Is it compatible with the base game?
Yes, the expansion fits perfectly with the base Betrayal of the Second Era.