The Battle of Five Armies
2014
Design9.0/10
Interaction8.0/10
Artistry8.0/10
Strategy9.0/10
Complexity8.0/10

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What kind of game is The Battle of Five Armies?

The Battle of Five Armies leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

How interactive is The Battle of Five Armies?

The Battle of Five Armies features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

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The art, setting, and presentation in The Battle of Five Armies create a strong table presence. Aesthetics are a major appeal for this game.

How strategic is The Battle of Five Armies?

The Battle of Five Armies rewards long-term planning and sequencing. Players who enjoy deeper strategic arcs and optimization will likely find a lot to explore.

How hard is The Battle of Five Armies to learn?

The Battle of Five Armies is a more complex title that can take time to fully absorb. It is usually best for players comfortable tracking layered rules and multi-step decisions.

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The Battle of Five Armies

Command heroes or hordes in strategic combat for Middle-earth's fate.
2014 • 2–2
Average rating
5.00
Players
2–2
Avg time
240 min
Age
13+

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Overview

The Battle of Five Armies puts you in command of either the forces of Good or Evil in a desperate struggle for Middle-earth. As the Free Peoples, manage your dwindling resources and coordinate your heroes across the battlefield to hold back the relentless tide. As the Shadow, marshal your hordes and crush the enemy beneath your overwhelming numbers to secure dominion over the North.

Players use dice to activate units and trigger special abilities, engaging in fierce combat and strategic area movement. Careful hand management is crucial to deploying the right forces at the right time, while also anticipating your opponent's moves in this epic battle based on The Hobbit.

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BGG Link
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/135219/battle-five-armies
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