
- BGG rank
- BGG #498
- BGG rating
- 7.9
Descent: Legends of the Dark
- 1–4 players
- 120–180 min
- Complexity 2.7/5
- 2021

Expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition)
Rules assistance for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens
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Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens is an expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) released in 2014 for 2–5 players, 120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Nathan I. Hajek and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement.
Game description from the publisher: In the foothills near Greyhaven sits a forgotten manor, the haunted residence of the late high mage Ithyndrus. Antique trinkets and artifacts lie within its ever-changing walls, but the ravens that watch the manor are insufficient to discourage treasure hunters and bandits. A new guardian has awoken, and dark forces gather to his aid. Left unchecked, the power and size of this creature will never stop expanding. Its potential is limitless, and it must be stopped. Manor of Ravens, an expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition), invites you to travel to a haunted manor house and battle the guardian that waits within. The overlord gains a host of new material in this expansion, including two new classes of Overlord cards, new monsters, and deadly new relics that can be wielded by monsters. The overlord even gains his first servant: a creature that can be summoned into play, similar to the heroes' familiar. The heroes also receive powerful new assets in Manor of Ravens, gaining access to two new heroes as well as new hero classes for Warriors and Scouts. A new lieutenant also enters the scene as the heroes attempt to investigate the manor house. Skarn is a magical construct, composed of pieces of the manor house and possessed of limitless potential. If Skarn is not stopped, he could continue to grow and eventually overwhelm the world. Only your heroes stand between this magical creature and the demise of Terrinoth.
Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens 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 Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens is 120 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 Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens 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.
Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens has a complexity rating of 3.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Fighting, and Dice. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens are: Nathan I. Hajek. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens as an expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.