The Lord of the Rings Dice Building Game

WizKids (I) · Board game · 2013
6.9 Ludopedia 5.6 BGG 2–4 · best 4 30 min Weight 2.2/5
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6.9 rating Ludopedia
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FOR GENRE FANS

Tolkien fans and cooperative gamers will love this mix of dice-building and epic adventure.

Highlights
  • Immersive Lord of the Rings theme
  • Simple yet strategic mechanics
  • Custom dice full of personality
  • Cooperative or competitive option
Keep in mind
  • Moderate language dependency
  • May be too random for some
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The Lord of the Rings Dice Building Game brings the dice-building mechanic to Tolkien's world, where you and your friends take on the roles of Middle-earth's heroes in a cooperative battle against Sauron. The game uses the same system as Quarriors!, but with a fully immersive Lord of the Rings theme. Each player starts with a basic set of dice representing humans, elves, dwarves, and hobbits, and throughout the game can acquire more powerful dice to strengthen their army. The goal is to work together to defeat the forces of evil and, depending on the chosen variant, compete for glory or win as a team. The custom dice feature iconic characters and terrifying creatures, making each game a unique adventure. With simple yet strategic mechanics, it's a great choice for fans of the theme who want a quick and fun experience.

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Best player count

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2–4 players
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Game details

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Authors: J.R.R. Tolkien Series: Madison Game Design Cabal Series: Quarriors Pool Building system
Publisher WizKids (I)
Designer Brett Myers, Eric M. Lang, Jeph Stahl, Mike Elliott

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35want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
How long does a game take?
About 30 minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
No, the rules are simple and the game is suitable for beginners.
Does it need translation to play?
Yes, there's moderate language dependency, but a translated sheet will do.
How is it different from Quarriors!?
It uses the same system, but with a Lord of the Rings theme and cooperative option.

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