The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Celebrimbor's Secret

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta · Board game · 2014
1–2 · best 2 Solo 30–90 min Weight 2.7/5
8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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8.7 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love epic adventures and want to expand your deck with new cards and a powerful hero, Celebrimbor’s Secret is the right pick.

Highlights
  • Incredible new heroine
  • Cards that refresh the deck
  • Cooperative play with unique powers
  • Epic Mordor challenges
Keep in mind
  • Requires base LCG
  • Not solo
  • Moderate complexity
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Celebrimbor’s Secret brings the fifth adventure of the "The Ring‑maker" cycle to The Lord of the Rings – The Card Game, adding 60 new cards in three copies of each of the twenty brand‑new options. Set in the ruins of Ost‑in‑Edhil where Celebrimbor forged the Three Rings that still resist Sauron’s influence, players now lead a group of heroes following Saruman’s quest against the Shadow of Mordor. With the addition of the new hero Galadriel, Lady of Lothlórien, the game remains a cooperative experience where teams must strategically manage their hands, choosing which cards to keep to maximize synergies with each player’s unique powers. The pack also introduces sphere cards that bolster the Silvan and Noble traits, plus the Doomed X mechanic that raises tension as the threat of evil grows. Staying true to Tolkien’s aesthetic, the game blends epic storytelling with deck‑building mechanics that keep the experience fresh each session. Whether you’re already deep into the LCG or just starting, Celebrimbor’s Secret offers fresh, deep challenges that keep the fun alive across Middle‑Earth’s journey.

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1 items

Best player count

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1–2 players
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Authors: J.R.R. Tolkien Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Game: The Lord of the Rings – The Card Game (LCG)
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Caleb Grace, MJ Newman
Artist Alexandre Dainche, Anthony Feliciano, Ben Zweifel, David Hammond, Dmitry Prosvirnin, Florian Devos, Igor Kieryluk, Ilich Henriquez, Joel Hustak, Jose Vega, Kristina Carroll, Louis Green, Magali Villeneuve, Michael Rasmussen, Mike Nash, Nathália Gomes, Rafał Hrynkiewicz, Sara Diesel, Titus Lunter

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players can play?
The game supports 1 to 2 players, but it works best in a team.
How long does a game last?
A typical game takes between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on player experience.
What is the complexity level?
The hand management and variable powers mechanics provide moderate complexity, ideal for those familiar with LCG.
What components are included in the pack?
It includes 60 new cards, with three copies of each of the twenty new cards, plus hero and sphere cards.
Who is the target audience?
Tolkien fans, LCG players, and those who enjoy cooperative card games.
What is the Doomed X mechanic?
It’s a system that raises game pressure as Mordor’s threat grows, requiring quick decisions.