
- BGG rank
- BGG #6,460
- BGG rating
- 8.6
Malifaux (Third Edition)
- 2 players
- 90–120 min
- Complexity 4.2/5
- 2019

Rules assistance for Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set is an expansion for Malifaux (Second Edition) released in 2013 for 2–10 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. Its main mechanics are Campaign / Battle Card Driven.
Yan Lo revolves around powerful models called Ancestors, bringing them back and making them fight for him. Due to the cost of ancestors his crew tends to be rather elite, but he buffs himself through the power of Chi as the game continues and can become a true nightmare to deal with by game's end.
Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set supports 2–10 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 Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set is 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 Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set 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.
Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Wargame, and Horror. Its main mechanics are Campaign / Battle Card Driven. 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 catalogue lists Malifaux: Masters of the Path – Yan Lo Box Set as an expansion for Malifaux (Second Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Malifaux (Second Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Malifaux (Second Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.