
- BGG rank
- BGG #4,845
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Dungeoneer: Tomb of the Lich Lord
- 2–4 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 2.2/5
- 2003

2005
Rules assistance for Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch is a board game released in 2005 for 2–4 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Thomas Denmark and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Dice Rolling.
The expandable card game continues to expand, this time into the icy north. Compatible with other Dungeoneer sets, the new arctic-themed set introduces another six characters, plus new quests, items, monsters, and more. From the publisher: Chohzar the Ice Witch has unleashed demons of cold to invade the warm southern lands and wrap them in her icy grip! Only the most hardy of heroes can venture into her frozen realm to stop her before all the world is embraced by her wintery spell! Realm of the Ice Witch features 110 new Dungeoneer cards, including demon-themed monsters and six new heroes for your Dungeoneer game: Yeti Slayer, Ice Runner, demon Hunter, Explorer, Channeler, and Shape Shifter. Part of the Dungeoneer Series.
Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch supports 2–4 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 Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch 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 Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch for ages 12 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.
Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch has a complexity rating of 2.1 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light 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.
Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Exploration. 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 Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch are: Thomas Denmark. 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 Dungeoneer: Realm of the Ice Witch as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.