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The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – The Return of the King: Saga Expansion

Fantasy Flight Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment · Board game · 2024
1–4 · best 1, 2 Solo 30–120 min Weight 4.0/5
9.8 rating Ludopedia
8.8 rating BGG
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9.8 rating Ludopedia
8.8 rating BGG
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Lord of the Rings fans and cooperative gamers will love this epic finale. Deck-building and challenging scenarios steal the show.

Highlights
  • Immersive, book-faithful narrative
  • Varied tactical challenges
  • New cards for deck customization
  • Well-implemented solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Pricey if you own previous expansions
  • Requires base game
  • Complex for beginners
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The Return of the King Saga Expansion is the epic finale of The Lord of the Rings Card Game, combining everything from The Flame of the West and The Mountain of Fire into one package. Here, you'll relive Middle-earth's pivotal moments, from the Battle of Helm's Deep to the destruction of the One Ring. With six richly detailed scenarios, you and your companions (or just yourself, if you prefer solo play) will face challenges that test your deck-building and strategic skills. Beyond the scenarios, the expansion includes over 60 new cards, including heroes and events that can supercharge your decks in any campaign. If you're already a fan of the LOTR LCG, this expansion is the cherry on top. But heads up: if you own the previous expansions, don't expect brand-new content here. It's a repackaging, not a fresh adventure.

Expansion for

Published additional content

2 items
The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Revised Core Set

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 BEST
2 BEST
3 REC
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Automatic Resource Growth Cooperative Game Deck Construction Events Hand Management Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Solo / Solitaire Game Variable Player Powers Variable Set-up

Categories

Adventure Card Game Collectible Components 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, ADC Blackfire Entertainment
Designer Caleb Grace, Nate French

Community

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1,988owners
186wishlist
54want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game base set.
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, with a highly praised solo mode.
How long does a game take?
Between 30 and 120 minutes, depending on the scenario and player count.
Is it worth it if I already own The Flame of the West and The Mountain of Fire?
No, unless you want everything in one box. There's no new content for owners of those expansions.
Is it hard to learn?
There's a learning curve, especially if you're new to LCGs. Recommended for intermediate or advanced players.
Does it need translation?
Yes, the game is text-heavy and highly thematic, so a translation helps non-English speakers.
Who will enjoy this most?
Lord of the Rings fans who love cooperative challenges and strategic deck-building.
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