The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game expansions
Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion vs The Return of the King Saga Expansion
| Question | Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion | The Return of the King Saga Expansion |
|---|---|---|
| Our label | Worth it | Worth it |
| Buy order | #2 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game | #3 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game |
| What it adds | A sequential campaign of scenarios in the north (repackaged Ered Mithrin cycle). | Six scenarios finishing the trilogy plus over 60 hero and player cards; its FFG July 2024 announcement marked the last repackaged box. |
| What it fixes | Offers a long wilderness campaign without the saga's difficulty spike. | Completes the saga campaign and brings key Gondor and Rohan heroes. |
| Type | Expansion | Expansion |
| Players | 1–4 players | 1–4 players |
| Rules load | Adds more rules | Adds more rules |
| Best for | Best for experienced groups | Best for experienced groups |
| What you need | Just the base game | Just the base game |
| Price guide | $60–$100 | $60–$100 |
| More | Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion details | The Return of the King Saga Expansion details |