# War of the Ring: Kings and Lords of Middle-Earth – Limited Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 9.1
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Francesco Nepitello, Marco Maggi, Roberto Di Meglio
- **Publishers**: Ares Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting, Novel-based, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Dice Rolling

## Verdict
For War of the Ring fans craving more Middle-earth depth: this expansion delivers premium content and fresh strategies in spades.Gorgeous hand-painted miniaturesImmersive new characters and mechanicsCompatible with all base game versionsDeluxe box and componentsHigh price and limited print runRequires base game to playExtra rules may overwhelm beginnersHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
War of the Ring: Kings and Lords of Middle-Earth – Limited Edition is the ultimate expansion for fans of the classic Tolkien-based strategy game. This deluxe edition combines two previous expansions (Kings of Middle-earth and Lords of Middle-earth) in a premium box, featuring hand-painted miniatures, specially bound rulebooks, and components compatible with all base game versions. New characters like Elrond, Galadriel, and the Balrog of Moria join the fray, alongside fresh mechanics that deepen the War of the Ring narrative. The Free Peoples gain sovereigns like Théoden and Denethor, while the Shadow adds dark chieftains like Uglúk and the Black Serpent. With exclusive action dice, overlay tiles, and even a bonus mini-expansion (The Fate of Erebor), this is a must-have for elevating your gameplay. Note: only 2000 copies exist!

## FAQ
### Do I need both Kings and Lords expansions to play?
No! They work independently, but together they create a richer experience.

### Are the miniatures pre-painted?
Yes, all 18+8+1 miniatures are hand-painted in this limited edition.

### Does it work with my old War of the Ring version?
Yes, components are compatible with all editions, including standard, Anniversary, and Collector’s.

### Is it worth it if I own the expansions separately?
Only if you want the quality upgrades: premium box, painted minis, and deluxe components.

### How many players does it support?
Keeps the base game’s 2-4 players, but works best as a 2p duel.