The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game expansions
The Dark of Mirkwood Scenario vs Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion
| Question | The Dark of Mirkwood Scenario | Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion |
|---|---|---|
| Our label | Worth it | Worth it |
| Buy order | #1 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game | #2 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game |
| What it adds | An 82-card box with two scenarios for the Revised Core Set. | A sequential campaign of scenarios in the north (repackaged Ered Mithrin cycle). |
| What it fixes | Adds replay content early, before buying a full campaign box. | Offers a long wilderness campaign without the saga's difficulty spike. |
| Type | Scenario pack | Expansion |
| Players | 1–4 players | 1–4 players |
| Rules load | About the same rules load | Adds more rules |
| Best for | Fine for any group | Best for experienced groups |
| What you need | Just the base game | Just the base game |
| Price guide | $20–$40 | $60–$100 |
| More | The Dark of Mirkwood Scenario details | Ered Mithrin Campaign Expansion details |