Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love intense challenges and want to test your courage in the streets of Tharbad, this nightmare deck will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Highlights
- Intense challenge
- Dark atmosphere
- Engaging cooperative play
- Unique cards
- High replayability
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Nightmare Mode demands focus
- Limited components
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About the game
What you do in a play session
The Trouble in Tharbad – Nightmare deck takes your Tharbad adventure to the next level of dread. It reimagines the scenario with deadlier encounter cards, darker locations, and twists that make you feel an orc’s hot breath on your neck. Nightmare Mode ramps up the tension: enemies close in faster, card rotations accelerate, and hand‑management mechanics are pushed to the limit every turn. You and your co‑player must wield each character’s variable powers wisely, as each card can swing the game. The deck works alongside the base game, so make sure you have the original installed. While the content focuses on challenge, the design still retains Tolkien’s epic vibe, with artwork that captures Tharbad’s perilous atmosphere. If you’ve mastered the normal scenario and crave something that truly tests your strategy and cooperation, this expansion is the missing piece to turn your journey into a memorable nightmare.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games
Designer
Caleb Grace
Artist
Álvaro Calvo Escudero, Davis Engel, Mariusz Gandzel, Nicholas Gregory, Taylor Ingvarsson, Yoann Boissonnet
Community
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376owners
70wishlist
21want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
1 to 2 players.
How long does a game last?
30 to 90 minutes.
Do I need the base game?
Yes, the Nightmare deck is an expansion that requires the base game.
Can the deck be played in normal mode?
Yes, it can be used in normal mode, but Nightmare Mode raises the difficulty.
Is there a specific language requirement?
The deck is in Portuguese/English, but you need the base game in English for some rules.
What is the complexity level?
Medium to high, demanding careful card management and variable powers.
Is it suitable for beginners?
No, it’s best for players who already know the base game and have LCG experience.