- BGG rating
- 8.2
Hero: Tales of the Tomes – Lost Heroics 1
- 2–5 players
- 30–90 min
- 2020
- BGG rank
- BGG #13,034
- BGG rating
- 7.6
Hero: Tales of the Tomes
2018
Rules assistance for Hero: Tales of the Tomes
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–5 players
- 30–90 min
- 12+
- Complexity 2.5/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Hero: Tales of the Tomes
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Hero: Tales of the Tomes is a board game released in 2018 for 2–5 players, 30–90 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Jimmy Ellerth and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Take That.
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About the game
Hero: Tales of the Tomes is a multiplayer card game in which each of the players takes the role of a legendary hero and battles it out until only one is left standing. The gameplay is fast and exciting. With all the potential for twists and comebacks, you'll never truly feel out of the game. One of the most unique aspects of Hero compared to other card games is that all of the players play off of one shared deck. No prior deck building or collecting is required. You can just grab a few friends, sit down, and play a game. —description from the designer
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Questions and answers
Hero: Tales of the Tomes 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 Hero: Tales of the Tomes is 30–90 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 Hero: Tales of the Tomes 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.
Hero: Tales of the Tomes has a complexity rating of 2.5 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.
Hero: Tales of the Tomes belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Fighting. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Take That. 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 Hero: Tales of the Tomes are: Jimmy Ellerth. 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 Hero: Tales of the Tomes 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.