The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Encounter at Amon Dîn

Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2013
1–2 · best 2 Solo 30–90 min Weight 2.8/5
8.8 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
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8.8 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love saving towns amid fire and orcs, this adventure puts you at the front line.

Highlights
  • Epic blend of cooperation and strategy
  • Hand‑management challenges
  • Unique character powers
  • Engaging narrative campaign
Keep in mind
  • Playtime can reach 90 min
  • Requires base game
  • Medium complexity
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About the game
Picture yourself standing amid a blaze in the heart of a forest, with orcs skulking in the shadows. That’s the vibe of ‘Encounter at Amon Dîn,’ the third adventure in the ‘Against the Shadow’ cycle of The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game. After emerging from the Drúadan Forest, your hero squad is on the road to Minas Tirith, but Amon Dîn is on fire and the orcs won’t stop. The mission? Rescue the village’s citizens, fight the spreading flames, and halt the looming siege. What makes this experience even more intense is that you’re not just fighting for your own survival: every choice can save or doom the entire community. The game keeps the LCG’s cooperative core but adds a layer of urgency, as you must manage your hand, use each character’s unique powers, and seize any help that appears at the moment. The ‘Variable Player Powers’ mechanic ensures each playthrough is fresh, as power cards shift with the campaign’s progress. If you love epic storytelling, resource‑management challenges, and the Tolkien‑style adventure, ‘Encounter at Amon Dîn’ will make you feel like you’re in a comic‑book action film. Get ready to set the board on fire and test your strategy – after all, who’s going to save Amon Dîn? You.
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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) Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Caleb Grace, Lukas Litzsinger, Nate French
Artist Blake Henriksen, Carmen Cianelli, Darek Zabrocki, David Gaillet, Dean Spencer, Diego Gisbert Llorens, Ellyson Ferrari Lifante, Florian Stitz, Greg Opalanski, Ilich Henriquez, Jake Murray, Magali Villeneuve, Melanie Maier, Sabin Boykinov, Sara Biddle
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players is the game suited for?
1 to 2 players. It works well in solo or duo mode, keeping the cooperative dynamic.
What is the average playtime?
Between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on player experience and the number of support cards used.
What is the game’s complexity?
Medium. You need to grasp hand‑management and variable powers, but it’s not as complex as some other LCGs.
What components come with the expansion?
Scenario cards, event cards, power cards, a campaign dice set, and progress tokens.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, the expansion requires the base game as it uses the same deck and core mechanics.
Who is this game for?
Fans of Tolkien, players who enjoy cooperative campaigns and resource‑management card games.