Lord of The Rings Expansion : Friends & Foes

by Fantasy Flight Games

Product Features

• Experience a journey through J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novel and immerse yourself in the world of Lord of the Rings!
• A cooperative board game by renowned designer Reiner Knizia and artist John Howe
• Ages: 12 - adult, Players: 2 - 5, Game Time: 60 - 90 minutes
• Look for the Lord of the Rings board game also from Fantasy Flight Games

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B00005O4JK
• Item model number: LTR02
• Manufacturer recommended age: 12 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #168,473 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Product Description

This expansion to the Lord of the Rings board game adds two new scenario boards (Bree and Isengard), 13 new feature cards and 3 new Gandalf cards. It also adds two completely new features to the game: Foe cards which add a major new aspect to the game; and Character Ability cards which give each character a unique one-shot ability.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Expansion set adds new twists and challenges, September 23, 2002

By 

Zack Davisson "japanreviewed" (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Lord of The Rings Expansion : Friends & Foes (Toy)

"The Lord of the Rings: Expansion Board Game (Friends and Foes)" is an excellent supplement to an already enjoyable game. This game is not playable by itself, but requires the main "Lord of the Rings Board Game."

New rules, new boards and new cards are introduced increasing the challenge rating of the game, as well as increasing the overall feel of the game. Familiar and favorite characters like Tom Bombadil, Treebeard and Glorfindle find their way into the game.

Two new boards are introduced: Bree and Isengard, including all of the characters you would expect with these new scenarios. Each board has a sticker to add to the main timeline board, so that you know when to encounter them. Also introduced are 30 "Foe" cards. They add a new way to win or loose the game without completing Mordor.

If you enjoy "The Lord of the Rings Board Game," I am confident that you will also enjoy this Expansion Set.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A spectacular addition to a great game., January 2, 2003

By 

Peter Ingemi (Worcester County, Massachusetts United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Lord of The Rings Expansion : Friends & Foes (Toy)

The Friends and foes expansion set adds three vital components to the LOTR game system.

1. It adds the Bree game board and events including Tom Bombadil (whose absense from the movie is painful)

2. It adds Isengard game board and events

3. It adds the many foes from the book really giving the game a new outlook.

Now in addition to all of the various problems you may already face now the wolf riders, the uruk-hai, and the cave-trolls add to your grief and the various foes appear to battle you. You must keep these foes in check as they sap your strength and allow Sauron time to grow ever closer. Defeat enough of them you might be able to avoid some of the great dangers that lie ahead altogeter, allow enough of them to plague you and you will be overwhelmed and defeated.

This is money well spent. If you own the game buy it!

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lord Sauron shows NO Mercy, December 25, 2002

By A Customer

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Lord of The Rings Expansion : Friends & Foes (Toy)

Without the expansion, it is difficult enough for the four hobbits to make it to Mordor, but with this expansion comes an army of enemies to band against the players.

This game shows team players how to rely and work together, as they depend on the survival of the ring bearer to make it as far as possible.

One of the few games that allows for selfless acts and creates one goal for the players....the enemy is Sauron, NOT the other players.

Excellent game!!