Dragons of Underearth

What to Expect

In Dragons of Underearth, players engage in fantasy adventures featuring spells, creatures, and combat on a hexagonal grid. The game employs dice rolling and movement points to manage character actions and positioning. It serves as an introductory role-playing experience based on a simplified version of the Fantasy Trip ruleset. Players control dragons and monsters in tactical scenarios that blend strategic movement with narrative elements.

Who Is This Game For?

This game is designed for experienced players aged 12 and up who enjoy classic fantasy RPGs. With a playtime of around 180 minutes, it's suited for longer gaming sessions. Prior familiarity with dice mechanics and grid-based movement is beneficial due to its moderate complexity.

How It Works

Dragons of Underearth uses mechanics like Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, and Movement Points to structure movement and combat. Players move their figures on a hex map and spend movement points to cast spells or attack. It integrates paper-and-pencil and role-playing mechanics to offer a tactical and narrative gameplay experience based on the Fantasy Trip system.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Keith Gross, Dragons of Underearth is a streamlined sequel to The Lords of Underearth and part of the Fantasy Trip series by Steve Jackson Games. It blends role-playing with tactical hex-based combat, offering a unique early 80s hybrid of genres despite lacking awards.

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in a fantasy world populated by dragons and monsters, featuring adventures with spells and combat on a hex grid map. It reflects classic fantasy RPG themes.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Take time to understand dice and movement mechanics and play with others familiar with role-playing games.

Häufige Fragen

Fazit

Dragons of Underearth is recommended for players who appreciate classic fantasy RPGs with tactical hex combat and are prepared for longer, more complex sessions. It is less suitable for beginners without RPG experience.