The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Nightmare Deck: The Voice of Isengard

Fantasy Flight Games · Board game · 2015
1–2 Solo 30–90 min
rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 15.97
rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Perfect for veterans seeking a brutal challenge in the Isengard scenarios.

Highlights
  • Drastically increases game tension
  • Strategic challenge for optimized decks
  • Faithful to Saruman's oppressive atmosphere
Keep in mind
  • Requires core set and original expansion
  • Heavy dependency on text translation
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you feel like you've mastered Middle-earth and the LCG adventures are becoming too easy, get ready: it's time to face Nightmare mode. 'The Voice of Isengard Nightmare Deck' isn't a full game, but an essential supplement for those looking to crank up the difficulty of the three scenarios from the Voice of Isengard expansion. Imagine Saruman tightening the siege, making threats far more brutal and forcing you and your companions to rethink every move and every card in your deck.

This 60-card deck is a print-on-demand product, focused on functionality for players who want to turn the original experience into a true survival test. The goal here is simple: add new layers of complexity and danger to familiar scenarios, forcing players to optimize hand management and the coordination of each character's unique powers. There's no room for silly mistakes when the forces of Isengard are attacking with full strength.

A crucial point for buyers: this content is purely complementary. To get these cards on the table, you absolutely need two things: The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game Core Set and the Voice of Isengard boxed expansion. Without them, you'll just have a pile of cards without context. Additionally, be mindful of the language barrier, as there is heavy text dependency, and you'll need translation or fluency to avoid getting lost in the rules and card effects. It's the ultimate challenge for veterans seeking that 'almost lost everything' feeling in every round.

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Published additional content

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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
Designer Caleb Grace
Artist Anthony Feliciano, Chris Grun, J. B. Casacop, Joel Hustak, Julian Kok, Katy Grierson, Mariusz Gandzel, Rafał Hrynkiewicz, Suzanne Helmigh (I)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Can I play with just this deck?
Not at all! You need the Core Set and the Voice of Isengard expansion to use these cards.
What exactly does 'Nightmare Mode' do?
It adds new threat cards and rules that make the scenarios much harder and more punishing.
How many players can participate?
1 to 2 players, following the cooperative dynamics of the base game.
Is the game complex?
Yes, especially since it's content designed for those who already know the mechanics and want a greater challenge.
Does it come with a board or tokens?
No, it only includes the 60 cards required to implement nightmare mode.