Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition)

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Box 11.8 × 11.8 × 4.3 in (29.8 × 29.8 × 10.8 cm) · English second edition (2016). Editions vary, check your copy before printing an insert.

In Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition), one player takes on the role of the treacherous overlord, and up to four other players take on the roles of courageous heroes. During each game, the heroes embark on quests and venture into dangerous caves, ancient ruins, dark dungeons, and cursed forests to battle monsters, earn riches, and attempt to stop the overlord from carrying out his vile plot. Featuring double-sided modular board pieces, countless hero and skill combinations, and an immersive story-driven campaign, Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) transports heroes to a vibrant fantasy realm where they must stand together against an ancient evil. With danger lurking in every shadow, combat is a necessity. For such times, Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) uses a unique dice-based system. Players build their dice pools according to their character's abilities and weapons, and each die in the pool contributes to an attack in different ways. Surges, special symbols that appear on most dice, also let you trigger special effects to make the most of your attacks. And with the horrors awaiting you beneath the surface, you'll need every advantage you can take... Compared to the first edition of Descent: Journeys in the Dark, this game features: Simpler rules for determining line of sight Faster setup of each encounter Defense dice to mitigate the tendency to "math out" attacks Shorter quests with plenty of natural stopping points Cards that list necessary statistics, conditions, and effects A new mechanism for controlling the overlord powers Enhanced hero selection and creation process Experience system to allow for hero growth and development Out-of-the-box campaign system

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Daniel Clark (I) , Corey Konieczka , Adam Sadler +1 more , designer

Alex Aparin , Devon Caddy-Lee , Sylvain Decaux +7 more , artist

Fantasy Flight Games , publisher

7.6

Rating

3.2

Weight

1–5

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Dungeon doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

Dungeon doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

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Descent Card Box

Descent Card Box

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Portcullis doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

Portcullis doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

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Locked doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

Locked doors for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

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Wall stand for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

Wall stand for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

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Overgrowth stand for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

Overgrowth stand for Descent: Journeys in the Dark 2ed boardgame

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Descent 2nd Edition Modular Insert ALL Expansions in Core Box. Dice, Books, Cards and Tokens

Descent 2nd Edition Modular Insert ALL Expansions in Core Box. Dice, Books, Cards and Tokens

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Descent 2nd Edition Organizer

Descent 2nd Edition Organizer

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Descent 2nd Edition The Ultimate Storage Solution

Descent 2nd Edition The Ultimate Storage Solution

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Descent Hero Dashboard

Descent Hero Dashboard

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Descent 2nd ed player board

Descent 2nd ed player board

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Descent Journeys in the Dark 2nd Ed Dashboard

Descent Journeys in the Dark 2nd Ed Dashboard

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Descent 2e token organizer

Descent 2e token organizer

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descent 2 edition condition card miniature

descent 2 edition condition card miniature

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Custom Monk Miniature for Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition)

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Expansions (45)

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lost Legends Expansion Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lost Legends Expansion Pack

2019 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Trials of Frostgate

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Trials of Frostgate

2017 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Road to Legend

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Road to Legend

2016 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Shards of Everdark

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Shards of Everdark

2016 · 1 model

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Stewards of the Secret

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Stewards of the Secret

2016 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Chains That Rust

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Chains That Rust

2016 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Delve

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Delve

2016 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Ardus Ix'Erebus Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Ardus Ix'Erebus Lieutenant Pack

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Bonds of the Wild

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Bonds of the Wild

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Dark Elements

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Dark Elements

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Heirs of Blood

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Heirs of Blood

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Kyndrithul Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Kyndrithul Lieutenant Pack

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Mists of Bilehall

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Mists of Bilehall

2015 · 1 model

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Treaty of Champions

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Treaty of Champions

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Visions of Dawn

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Visions of Dawn

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Zarihell Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Zarihell Lieutenant Pack

2015 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Ariad Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Ariad Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Crown of Destiny

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Crown of Destiny

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Crusade of the Forgotten

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Crusade of the Forgotten

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Fall 2014 Game Night Kit

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Fall 2014 Game Night Kit

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Forgotten Souls

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Forgotten Souls

2014 · 1 model

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Gargan Mirklace Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Gargan Mirklace Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Guardians of Deephall

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Guardians of Deephall

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Manor of Ravens

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Nature's Ire

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Nature's Ire

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Oath of the Outcast

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Oath of the Outcast

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Queen Ariad Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Queen Ariad Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Raythen Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Raythen Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Rylan Olliven Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Rylan Olliven Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Serena Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Serena Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Shadow of Nerekhall

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Shadow of Nerekhall

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Skarn Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Skarn Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Tristayne Olliven Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Tristayne Olliven Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Verminous Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Verminous Lieutenant Pack

2014 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Alric Farrow Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Alric Farrow Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Belthir Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Belthir Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Bol'Goreth Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Bol'Goreth Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Eliza Farrow Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Eliza Farrow Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Labyrinth of Ruin

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Labyrinth of Ruin

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Merick Farrow Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Merick Farrow Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Splig Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Splig Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – The Trollfens

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Valyndra Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Valyndra Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Zachareth Lieutenant Pack

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Zachareth Lieutenant Pack

2013 · no models yet

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lair of the Wyrm

Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) – Lair of the Wyrm

2012 · 1 model

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