# UNlegend: The Unlikely Ascendant ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2026 - **BGG Rating**: — - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 - **Duration**: 60-120 min - **Weight**: — - **Categories**: Adventure, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures, Puzzle - **Mechanics**: Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Events, Grid Movement, Modular Board, Narrative Choice / Paragraph, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up ## Verdict Fans of rich cooperative campaigns with tactical combat will love UNlegend. The premise of ordinary villagers challenging heroes is a standout feature!Immersive narrative with impactful choicesTactical and strategic combatUnique creature purification mechanicHigh replayability with modular scenariosMay be complex for beginnersLong playtime (1-2 hours)RECOMMENDED ## Description UNlegend is a cooperative fantasy game where you and your friends play as ordinary villagers who dare to challenge the celebrated heroes ruling a world of floating islands. Across a campaign, you'll explore modular locations, confront corrupted creatures, and make choices that shape future scenarios. Each villager has unique abilities, adding distinct flavors to the group. Gameplay involves revealing map tiles, resolving encounters, gathering resources, crafting gear, and engaging in tactical combat to complete scenario objectives. A cool twist? Some blighted creatures can be purified and turned into allies, aiding your group in battles, puzzles, and movement challenges. Playable solo or cooperatively, you win by completing the current scenario's goal—but beware, defeat looms if scenario-specific conditions are met or your group can't recover fallen villagers. ## FAQ ### How many players can play? 1 to 4 players, solo or cooperative. ### How long does a game take? Between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the scenario. ### Is it good for beginners? It has some complexity, but the cooperative theme helps. Best for those with similar game experience. ### Do I need to play the whole campaign at once? No! Each scenario is standalone, but your choices affect future ones. ### Does it include miniatures? Yes, the game comes with villager and creature miniatures. ### Can it be played solo? Yes, it was designed to work well solo. ### What's the recommended age? 14+ due to complexity and theme.