The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth expansions

The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth: Shadowed Paths vs The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth: Villains of Eriador Figure Pack

QuestionThe Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth: Shadowed PathsThe Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth: Villains of Eriador Figure Pack
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What it addsA new 13-scenario campaign through Mirkwood and Moria, plus new heroes, enemies, terrain and items that also work in other adventures.Three unpainted plastic figures for the Gulgotar, Atarin and Coalfang enemies, plus six trinkets and three titles.
What it fixesAdds the campaign and hero variety that BGG owners say the base game lacks.Replaces generic enemy stand-ins with detailed miniatures; adds a few items.
TypeBig boxMini expansion
Players1–5 players1–5 players
Rules loadAbout the same rules loadAbout the same rules load
Best forFine for any groupBest for experienced groups
What you needJust the base gameJust the base game
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