Thunderstone: Doomgate Legion

Alderac Entertainment Group, Arclight Games, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2010
8.1 Ludopedia 7.6 BGG 1–5 · best 3 Solo 60 min Weight 2.8/5
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If you already enjoy Thunderstone and want more challenges and strategic options, this expansion is for you! It brings new elements that give an extra boost to your deck-building and dungeon crawling.

Highlights
  • More card variety
  • New card types added
  • Increases tactical depth
  • Expands game universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • High language dependency
  • Can increase complexity
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About the game

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Get ready to face the Doomgate Legion, a secret cult that has guarded the Stone of Avarice for centuries! These folks are devout, protective, and quite mysterious. Now, they and other threats, like sinister druids and brand-new monsters, stand in your way to secure the third Thunderstone.

Doomgate Legion, the second expansion for the base game, supercharges your 'deck-building with a purpose' experience with significant additions. It introduces two game-changing card types: Mercenaries and Treasures. Mercenaries are henchmen you can hire in the village to give you that extra boost in dungeon explorations. Treasures, found after defeating monsters, are powerful rewards that will supercharge your party – think mystical amulets and legendary armor that will take your deck to new heights!

But hey, don't think it's all smooth sailing. The cultists have been dabbling with some bizarre and frightening Diseases that will throw a wrench in your heroes' plans and test your adaptability. This expansion adds more depth and challenges, maintaining the core essence of fighting monsters and racing for points, but with an extra dash of danger and strategy. It's the perfect pick for those who already enjoy Thunderstone and want more content to explore and conquer.

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Rules manual — Thunderstone: Doomgate Legion English · PDF
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1–5 players
1 REC
2 BEST
3 BEST
4 REC
5 OK

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Game: Thunderstone
Publisher Alderac Entertainment Group, Arclight Games, Edge Entertainment, Pegasus Spiele, Wargames Club Publishing
Designer Mike Elliott
Artist Jason Engle

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base Thunderstone game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Doomgate Legion is an expansion and requires the base Thunderstone game to be played.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 5 players.
Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion?
It adds new mechanics and card types, which might slightly increase complexity, but for those already familiar with the base game, the learning curve is quite manageable.
What are the main new components included in the box?
The expansion brings new card types like Mercenaries and Treasures, as well as new monster and disease cards, enriching the strategic options.
Does the gameplay experience change significantly with this expansion?
Yes, it introduces new layers of strategy with Mercenaries and Treasures, along with extra challenges from Diseases, making each game more dynamic.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency, with many cards that need to be read to understand their effects.