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Expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition)
Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens
2013
Rules assistance for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 60 min
- 14+
- Complexity 3.0/5
Rules assistant for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens
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Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens is an expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) released in 2013 for 2–5 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Adam Sadler and Justin Kemppainen and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Dice Rolling.
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About the game
The Trollfens is an expansion for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) that introduces new heroes, monsters, classes, quests, and more. Heroes can discover and investigate secret rooms and rumors while the overlord spreads infection and brings a powerful new lieutenant into play: the massive troll Bol'Goreth! The two new heroes are Roganna the Shade, a Scout of unparalleled cunning and valor who has considerable willpower and speed at her disposal, and Augur Grisom, a healer whose very presence provides solace to his allies; after all, it's rumored that he can see into the future. In addition to new Shop and Relic cards, two new classes will enhance your character selection process. The Stalker, a class for the Scout archetype, is a master of the hunt who excels at laying traps of all kinds. The Healer class gains a Prophet, whose mind is his greatest tool; by sharing his insight with those around him, the Prophet bolsters the effectiveness of his fellow adventurers. The new monsters include Plague Worms and Harpies, but most troublesome of all is Bol'Goreth, a single-minded killer devoted to the will of the overlord. This massive troll is capable of flattening farmhouses and devouring livestock whole. His uncanny resilience allows him to shrug off bodily ailments that would be lethal to lesser creatures, while his fits of unchecked rage make him a force to be reckoned with. The new overlord class "Infector" features a wide selection of powers centered around spreading pestilence and disease.
Editions
- Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The TrollfensenFantasy Flight Games2013
- Descent: Voyages dans les Ténébres (Seconde edition) – Les Marais du TrollfrEdge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games2014
- ディセント第２版拡張 トロール沼Arclight Games, Fantasy Flight Games2014
- 深入絕地: 巨魔沼澤 擴充Fantasy Flight Games, Wargames Club Publishing2013
- Descent: Die Reise ins Dunkel (Zweite Edition) – Die TrollsümpfedeFantasy Flight Games, Heidelberger Spieleverlag2013
- Descent: Viaggi nelle Tenebre (Seconda Edizione) – Le Paludi dei TrollitFantasy Flight Games, Giochi Uniti2013
- Descent: Wędrówki w mroku (Druga edycja) – Trzęsawiska TrolliplFantasy Flight Games, Galakta2013
- Descent: Viaje a las Tinieblas (Segunda Edición) – La Ciénaga del TrollesEdge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games2013
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Edge Entertainment
- Arclight Games
- Wargames Club Publishing
- Fantasy Flight Games
- Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- Galakta
- Giochi Uniti
Questions and answers
Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens 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) – The Trollfens 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 Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens 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) – The Trollfens has a complexity rating of 3.0 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) – The Trollfens belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Fighting, and Dice. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Dice Rolling. 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) – The Trollfens are: Adam Sadler and Justin Kemppainen. 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) – The Trollfens 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.