The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Temple of the Deceived
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta · Board game · 2016
1–2
Solo
30–60 min
10.0
rating
Ludopedia
8.4
rating
BGG
10.0
rating
Ludopedia
8.4
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're a fan of The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game and enjoy cooperative challenges with a good dose of exploration and danger, Temple of the Deceived is a must-have stop! This expansion brings an island full of mysteries and enemies that will test your group.
Highlights
- Engaging thematic scenario
- New strategic cards
- Tense cooperative challenge
- Expands the base experience
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- High language dependency
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What you do in a play session
Prepare to explore mysterious islands and forgotten ruins in "The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Temple of the Deceived"! This expansion throws you into a sea journey to a remote island, packed with mountains, jungles, and the remnants of an ancient civilization. The objective? To find a long-lost chest, but beware: the island is teeming with natural dangers and, even worse, hordes of cursed dead haunting the ruins.
Featuring 60 new cards, including a brand-new Leadership hero and 27 player cards (nine different types, three copies of each), this adventure presents unique challenges. Innovative mechanics force you to manage your hand wisely as you explore an exciting scenario that elevates the "The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game" experience to new heights.
This pack is perfect for those who already enjoy the LCG and want more stories and challenges in Middle-earth. Player cooperation is crucial to overcome obstacles and unravel the island's secrets. If you like cooperative games with a strong theme that demand strategic planning, Temple of the Deceived will keep you hooked from start to finish. Remember, Middle-earth doesn't forgive missteps, and this adventure will test your courage and cunning!
Featuring 60 new cards, including a brand-new Leadership hero and 27 player cards (nine different types, three copies of each), this adventure presents unique challenges. Innovative mechanics force you to manage your hand wisely as you explore an exciting scenario that elevates the "The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game" experience to new heights.
This pack is perfect for those who already enjoy the LCG and want more stories and challenges in Middle-earth. Player cooperation is crucial to overcome obstacles and unravel the island's secrets. If you like cooperative games with a strong theme that demand strategic planning, Temple of the Deceived will keep you hooked from start to finish. Remember, Middle-earth doesn't forgive missteps, and this adventure will test your courage and cunning!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Categories
Families
Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer
Nate French
Artist
Aleksander Karcz, Beth Sobel, Chris Grun, Dallas Williams, Guillaume Ducos, Katy Grierson, Leanna TenEycke, Łukasz Jaskólski, Mariusz Gandzel, Nicholas Gregory, Sam Lamont, Sandara Tang, Sara Winters, Sebastian Giacobino, Sergey Glushakov, Tristan Denecke
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game "The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game" to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! "Temple of the Deceived" is an adventure pack and requires the base game to be played.
How many players can participate in this adventure?
Just like the base game, this expansion is for 1 to 2 players, maintaining the intense cooperative experience.
What is the average playtime for a game?
Generally, a session of "Temple of the Deceived" lasts between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your familiarity with the rules and how the adventure unfolds.
What comes in this pack?
You'll find 60 new cards, including a Leadership hero, 27 player cards (3 copies of 9 different types), and a brand-new scenario to challenge your heroes.
Is it very difficult? Who do you recommend it for?
It's a considerable challenge, as is common with the LCG line. We recommend it for players who already know the base game and are looking for more story and complexity in Middle-earth.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency, with most of the text on the cards being essential to understand the rules and effects.
