
- 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): Hero Upgrade Expansion
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Catacombs (Third Edition): Hero Upgrade Expansion is an expansion for Catacombs (Third Edition) released in 2023 for 2–5 players, 60–90 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up.
Originally available in Pack Cleric from Dice Tower 2023 Kickstarter campaign. A small 7 card expansion for Catacombs: Third Edition that adds more hero ability cards to the game.
Catacombs (Third Edition): Hero Upgrade 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): Hero Upgrade Expansion is 60–90 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): Hero Upgrade 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): Hero Upgrade 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): Hero Upgrade Expansion and want something comparable for your next game night.
The catalogue lists Catacombs (Third Edition): Hero Upgrade 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.