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The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Trouble in Tharbad

Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta · Board game · 2014
1–2 · best 2 Solo 30–90 min Weight 2.9/5
9.9 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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9.9 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love Tolkien’s epic adventures and want to test cooperative tactics, this pack will put you at the front line.

Highlights
  • Epic coop with engaging narrative
  • Strategic and fun hand management
  • Silvan and Gondor heroes boosted
  • Intense orc and spy encounters
  • Expansion compatible with all LCG decks
Keep in mind
  • Requires existing base cards
  • Moderate complexity for beginners
  • Requires Portuguese translation
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Trouble in Tharbad is the third 60‑card expansion in the The Ring‑maker cycle, following heroes on a quest for vital intel for the White Wizard. The scenario drops players into the ruined city of Tharbad, where orcs and Mordor spies lurk. The goal is to keep dwarf Nalir alive, who holds key information, and deliver it to Saruman. Players must manage their hand, decide when to attack or defend, and leverage each hero’s unique abilities. The expansion introduces a new Silvan hero, strengthens Gondor cards, and adds the “Doomed X” mechanic to heighten tension by lowering threat levels. It remains fully compatible with all LCG decks, letting collectors expand their collections while staying thematically consistent. If you love Tolkien’s epic tales and team play against unpredictable challenges, Trouble in Tharbad delivers an immersive, strategic, twist‑filled adventure.

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
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Mechanics

Cooperative Game Hand Management Variable Player Powers

Categories

Card Game Expansion for Base-game Fantasy Novel-based

Families

Authors: J.R.R. Tolkien Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Game: The Lord of the Rings – The Card Game (LCG)
Publisher Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Caleb Grace, MJ Newman
Artist Adam Lane, Alexander Kozachenko, Alyn Spiller, Arden Beckwith, Aurélien Hubert, Ben Zweifel, Carolina Eade, Christine Griffin, Claudio Pozas, Cristi Balanescu, Darek Zabrocki, Ellyson Ferrari Lifante, Jake Murray, Jason Ward, Jose Vega, Mariusz Gandzel, Nate Abell, Rafał Hrynkiewicz, Romana Kendelic, Sara Biddle, Sebastian Giacobino

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 2 players. Ideal for duos or solo with a narrator.
What is the average playtime?
Between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on experience and strategy.
What is the game’s complexity?
Moderate. Requires focus on hand management and hero abilities.
What components are included?
60 new cards, 3 copies each, a Silvan hero, and support material for the “Doomed X” rules.
Who is the target audience?
Tolkien fans, cooperative players, and those who enjoy hand‑management mechanics.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, the expansion builds on The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game base.
Is there a Portuguese version?
Yes, there is an official Portuguese translation, but base cards may also need translation.
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