
Descent
The Altar of Despair
A game by Kevin Wilson, John Goodenough
2 - 5 Players 120 - 240 minutes Medium
Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Role Playing, Variable Player Powers
Adventure, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures
Description
Descent: The Altar of Despair is an epic expansion for the popular board game Descent: Journeys in the Dark, designed by Kevin Wilson and John Goodenough. Released in 2007, this thrilling addition throws 2 to 5 players into a dark world where they must face unspeakable horrors and battle against evil forces that threaten to destroy everything they hold dear. With a playtime of 120 to 240 minutes, players will embark on a perilous journey through a modular board, utilizing dice rolling, role-playing, and variable player powers to overcome the challenges that lie ahead. As players delve deeper into the corrupted temples of Zorek, they'll encounter deadly crushing walls, treacherous assassins, and dark curses that will test their courage and skills. But they won't be alone in their quest - six new heroes have arrived, each with powerful new skills and treasures to discover. Meanwhile, the Overlord has gained a host of deadly new tricks and tactics, including dark glyphs and relics, to thwart the heroes' progress. With over two dozen new plastic miniatures, featuring five new kinds of monsters, the battle between good and evil has never been more intense. The game rules are of normal complexity, making it easy for fans of board games to learn and jump into the action. As an expansion for the base game, Descent: The Altar of Despair offers a fresh and exciting experience, blending adventure, exploration, and fantasy elements with intense fighting and strategic gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the Descent series, this expansion promises to deliver hours of thrilling entertainment, so gather your friends, assemble your heroes, and get ready to face the darkness that threatens to consume the world.
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