Dungeons & Dragons: Wrath of Ashardalon Board Game
- Designer Peter Lee , Bill Slavicsek
- Publisher Wizards of the Coast
- Illustration Jesper Ejsing , Jason Engle
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Explore a modular dungeon with up to four other players or solo, encountering monsters and treasures. Players move on a grid, reveal new rooms, and fight together against creatures including a red dragon. Different scenarios offer varied quests from relic retrieval to dragon slaying. The game mixes dice rolling with cooperative tactics and role-playing elements.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players and fantasy enthusiasts aged 12 and up who enjoy cooperative adventures with tactical combat. With a playtime around 60 minutes, it's suitable for game nights. Prior experience with dungeon crawlers helps, but the rules are accessible. A solo mode allows single players to enjoy it as well.
How It Works
Each player picks a hero with unique abilities and moves on a modular dungeon board made of tiles. Combat is resolved through dice rolls. Players explore new rooms, face encounters, and gain experience to level up their characters. The group cooperates to complete mission objectives and defeat the red dragon. Coordination and strategy are essential in this cooperative mechanic.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Peter Lee and Bill Slavicsek and nominated for the 2011 Golden Geek Best Thematic Board Game, this title is part of the Dungeons & Dragons Adventure System Board Games. It blends classic role-playing with modern board game mechanics like dice rolling, grid movement, and modular boards. Multiple scenarios and a solo mode differentiate it from other dungeon crawlers.
Awards
2011
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay for 1-5 players including solo mode
- Modular dungeon layout offers variety
- Combines dice rolling, role-playing, and tactical combat
- Part of an established Dungeons & Dragons Adventure System series
Contra
- Approximately 60-minute playtime may be long for beginners
- Complexity requires some learning effort
- Theme-specific, less universal than abstract games
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a dark fantasy world filled with monsters and magic. A shadowy spire looms over the land, leading to a labyrinth inhabited by fierce creatures including a red dragon. The theme aligns with classic Dungeons & Dragons fantasy adventures.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on teamwork and learn your hero’s abilities early to improve cooperative play.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, the game includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A game typically lasts around 60 minutes, varying by player count and experience.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic familiarity with cooperative or dungeon-crawler games helps but is not mandatory.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines classic role-playing with modular dungeons and cooperative dice combat within the Dungeons & Dragons universe.
Is this suitable for families?
Suitable for ages 12 and up, better suited for experienced players than young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, and Modular Board mechanics creates varied and tactical gameplay.
Fazit
Dungeons & Dragons: Wrath of Ashardalon is recommended for players seeking cooperative fantasy adventures with tactical depth. Ideal for groups and solo players ready to engage with modular dungeons and dice combat.
