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The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – The Land of Sorrow

Fantasy Flight Games · Board game · 2020
1–2 Solo 15–120 min Weight 3.0/5
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8.2 rating BGG
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Fans of The Lord of the Rings and the card game will enjoy this new adventure in Mordor. The highlight is the tension of the revolt and the new deckbuilding options.

Highlights
  • Engaging Mordor plot
  • Tough Easterling combat
  • New cards for decks
  • Eagle hero and contract
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
  • Intense cooperative challenge
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Your journey nears its end in 'The Land of Sorrow,' the fifth Adventure Pack in the 'Vengeance of Mordor' cycle for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game, plunging you straight into Mordor! After navigating the treacherous Tunnels of Torech Gorgor, the mission now is to infiltrate Thane Ulchor's fortress, Dol Rhugar. But before facing the main boss, the fellowship decides it's worth risking everything to free prisoners forced to labor for Sauron's armies. Prepare for intense combat against the most brutal Easterling warriors you've encountered. Can you lead this revolt and overthrow these oppressors? Beyond the main quest, this 60-card pack introduces new deckbuilding options, including a new Eagle hero and a contract that boosts one of your allies. It's an opportunity to refresh your strategies and face new challenges in Middle-earth. The campaign continues, and the fight for freedom in Mordor is fiercer than ever. Are you ready for the challenge and the tough choices this expansion brings?

Expansion for

Published additional content

1 items
The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game

Best player count

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1–2 players
1 OK
2 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Cooperative Game Hand Management Solo / Solitaire Game Variable Player Powers

Categories

Adventure Card Game Expansion for Base-game Fantasy Novel-based

Families

Authors: J.R.R. Tolkien Game: The Lord of the Rings – The Card Game (LCG)
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game 'The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game' to play this expansion?
Yes, 'The Land of Sorrow' is an adventure pack and requires the base game 'The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game' to be played.
How many players can participate?
This adventure pack is designed for 1 to 2 players, maintaining the game's characteristic cooperative experience.
What is the approximate duration of a game session?
Playtime can vary significantly, generally between 15 and 120 minutes, depending on the quest's complexity and the players' experience.
Does the game have a high language dependency?
Yes, this adventure pack has a high language dependency, with considerable text on the cards and quest description. A translation might be necessary for those not comfortable with English.
What are the main mechanics introduced or enhanced?
The focus remains on cooperative and hand management mechanics, with the added challenge of facing stronger enemies and the introduction of new cards that expand deckbuilding possibilities.
Is this a solo adventure or for groups?
While it can be played solo, the cooperative experience for two players is one of its strengths, allowing for synergy between strategies.
Does this pack add many new components?
It adds 60 new cards, including quest cards, new player cards (featuring an Eagle hero and a contract), and enemies, expanding the base game's content.
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