# The Lord of the Rings Dice Building Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 5.6
- **BGG Rank**: #18578
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.19 / 5
- **Designers**: Brett Myers, Eric M. Lang, Jeph Stahl, Mike Elliott
- **Publishers**: WizKids (I)
- **Categories**: Dice, Fantasy, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling

## Verdict
Tolkien fans and cooperative gamers will love this mix of dice-building and epic adventure.Immersive Lord of the Rings themeSimple yet strategic mechanicsCustom dice full of personalityCooperative or competitive optionModerate language dependencyMay be too random for someFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
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.

## FAQ
### 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.