War of the Ring: Warriors of Middle-earth – Tidings Not Burdens Mini-Expansion

The *Tidings Not Burdens* mini‑expansion adds two promotional cards – *Fly, You Fools* and *I was sent to bear tidings, not Burdens* – that came with pre‑orders of *War of the Ring: Warriors of Middle‑earth*. Though promotional, they fit smoothly into the game’s flow and can be used as a fun surprise for opponents. The idea is to answer the fans’ question in a humorous way: why didn’t Gandalf ask the Eagles to carry the Ring‑bearer to Mount Doom? Each card offers an unexpected play that shifts the dynamic without altering the core rules. The set adds no extra components, just two paper cards, so the production cost is minimal. In terms of experience, the expansion keeps the same complexity as the base game – 2 to 4 players, about 180 minutes per session, medium difficulty – but adds that lighthearted touch that only Tolkien humor can bring. If you already own the core game and enjoy testing variations, this mini‑expansion is a great way to refresh the table and spark laughs without complicating mechanics. In short, *Tidings Not Burdens* serves as a fun bonus that fits into your collection without breaking the bank.