
- BGG rank
- BGG #716
- BGG rating
- 7.9
Blood Bowl: Living Rulebook
- 2 players
- 120 min
- Complexity 3.2/5
- 2004

Rules assistance for Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion
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Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion is an expansion for Catacombs (Third Edition) released in 2020 for 2–5 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up.
The Goblin Mage is a new Catacomb Lord for Catacombs (Third Edition) that has the ability to summon clones of himself. Choose which clone (blue, purple, or green) is placed during the setup phase. Features two variations of the Stromm Catacomb Lord, with the second version intended for more experienced players. There is also a monster version corresponding room card where he is featured. The summon Stromm shot is like a normal summon shot except it allows the overseer to summon up to two additional clones. All clones in play share Stromm's collective pool of remaining health points. Each clone takes his own turn, performing one of the shot sequences listed on the rules card. When damaged is inflicted on a clone, the piece is returned to the Overseer and Stromm's health track is reduced by the amount of damage inflicted. A minimum of one clone must remain in play. Clones may be summoned repeatedly during the battle phase. Once Stromm's health track is reduced to 0, all his clones are defeated. Available as part of the 2020 Dice Tower Kickstarter Builders Pack.
Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion supports 2–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion is 60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion for ages 14 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion belongs to these categories: Expansion for Base-game. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion and want something comparable for your next game night.
The catalogue lists Catacombs (Third Edition): Goblin Mage Expansion as an expansion for Catacombs (Third Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Catacombs (Third Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Catacombs (Third Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.