- BGG rank
- BGG #12,692
- BGG rating
- 8.9
Eldfall Chronicles
- 1–4 players
- 30–120 min
- Complexity 3.5/5
- 2023
- BGG rank
- BGG #16,678
- BGG rating
- 8.5
Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind
2025
Rules assistance for Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind
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- 1–4 players
- 45–120 min
- 14+
- Complexity 4.0/5
Rules assistant for Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind
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Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind is a board game released in 2025 for 1–4 players, 45–120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar, and Samo Planinc and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Simultaneous Action Selection.
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About the game
“Northern Wind” is an immersive, tactical dungeon-crawl experience. It combines narrative-driven RPG elements with refined skirmish mechanics, plunging players into a grim struggle for the fate of an empire. Face a devouring, profane evil with a band of courageous—but unlucky—heroes as you ascend the blighted slopes of Mt. Byōdō. Every choice you make shapes the story across multiple branching storylines. Gameplay Overview Designed for 1–4 players, Northern Wind delivers a cooperative experience that balances strategy, story, and atmosphere. Players form a party of four heroes, each with unique skills and backgrounds, and progress through three interconnected storylines, each containing 13–20 quests. An optional game master can guide the narrative and control opposing forces. Accessible but Deep Built as an ideal entry point into tactical dungeon-crawlers, Northern Wind offers a rich mix of exploration, lore, and fast-paced combat. Its tile-based movement system maintains the tactical flexibility of the core skirmish game. Cross-Compatible Systems The game shares mechanics and miniatures with the Eldfall Chronicles skirmish system. This full cross-compatibility allows players to move easily between the competitive wargame and cooperative dungeon-crawl experiences using the same models and familiar rules. Key Features - 1-4 players plus an optional game master - Deep, cooperative gameplay with RPG progression and branching storylines. - Fast, tactical combat with tile-based movement. - Solo, cooperative, and PvP play options. - Unparalleled-quality Unicool Hard Plastic miniatures for exceptional detail and durability. - Dozens of quests, unique challenges, and extensive replayability. “Northern Wind” offers a cohesive blend of narrative depth, tactical combat, and world-building — a challenging and rewarding experience for both newcomers and seasoned Eldfall players.
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- Freecompany d.o.o.
Questions and answers
Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind supports 1–4 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 Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind is 45–120 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 Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind 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.
Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind has a complexity rating of 4.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a heavy 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.
Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind belongs to these categories: Fantasy and Miniatures. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Simultaneous Action Selection. 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 Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind are: Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar, and Samo Planinc. 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 Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind 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.