Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
A must-have for those in the Ring-maker cycle looking to beef up their decks. The new scenario offers a rewarding tactical challenge.
Highlights
- Very useful new Elven allies
- Solid support for the Secrecy mechanic
- Thematically engaging scenario progression
- Adds much-needed deck consistency
Keep in mind
- Total dependency on the base game
- High language dependency for non-English speakers
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get your decks ready and sharpen your strategy, because the journey continues! The Three Trials is the second Adventure Pack of 'The Ring-maker' cycle for the acclaimed The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game. This time, the story plunges us deep into the heart of Dunland, where tension is high and danger lurks around every corner. The mission? Assist the White Wizard in his efforts to forestall the shadow of Mordor, but the path is far from easy. To succeed, your heroes must undergo three deadly trials, defeat ferocious Dunlending Guardian spirits, and recover the legendary Antlered Crown, an ancient Dunlending artifact.
But it's not just about the new scenario. If you feel your deck needs an upgrade, this pack is exactly what you need. It delivers 60 cards in total, including three copies of each of the 20 brand-new cards. This allows you to add much-needed consistency to your decks, featuring new Elven allies and vital support for the 'Secrecy' keyword, which fundamentally changes how you hide your trump cards from the enemy. Plus, a new hero is introduced to expand the group's tactical options.
The game maintains that high-stakes cooperative atmosphere where every card played can be the difference between an epic victory or total defeat. If you enjoy complex deck-building and facing challenges that require total coordination with your partners, this pack is an essential step in the campaign. The atmosphere of Dunland is oppressive and the trials are, as the name suggests, brutal. Do your heroes have the courage and the strategy required to claim the keys and survive the Ring-maker cycle? Middle-earth is counting on you!
But it's not just about the new scenario. If you feel your deck needs an upgrade, this pack is exactly what you need. It delivers 60 cards in total, including three copies of each of the 20 brand-new cards. This allows you to add much-needed consistency to your decks, featuring new Elven allies and vital support for the 'Secrecy' keyword, which fundamentally changes how you hide your trump cards from the enemy. Plus, a new hero is introduced to expand the group's tactical options.
The game maintains that high-stakes cooperative atmosphere where every card played can be the difference between an epic victory or total defeat. If you enjoy complex deck-building and facing challenges that require total coordination with your partners, this pack is an essential step in the campaign. The atmosphere of Dunland is oppressive and the trials are, as the name suggests, brutal. Do your heroes have the courage and the strategy required to claim the keys and survive the Ring-maker cycle? Middle-earth is counting on you!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer
Caleb Grace, MJ Newman
Artist
Alexander Kozachenko, Anthony Feliciano, Arden Beckwith, Claudio Pozas, Darek Zabrocki, Ellyson Ferrari Lifante, Ilich Henriquez, Jake Murray, Jason Ward, Jordy Lakiere, Jose Vega, Leonardo Borazio, Matt Bradbury, Melanie Maier, Michael Rasmussen, Sara Betsy, Silver Saaremäel
Community
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2,611owners
107wishlist
55want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes! This is an Adventure Pack, meaning it expands the base game. You cannot play it without the original LCG.
Is the game difficult?
It has a medium weight (2.7 on BGG). If you're familiar with the LCG system, it's smooth, but the learning curve is steep for beginners.
How many people can play?
1 to 2 players. It's perfect for solo players or duos who enjoy shared strategic planning.
What's inside the box?
60 cards in total, including a new hero, new allies, and three copies of each new card to improve your deck's consistency.
Is it highly language dependent?
Yes, there is high language dependency. If you aren't fluent in English, you'll need translations for the cards and scenario.