The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game expansions
The Dark of Mirkwood Scenario vs The Return of the King Saga Expansion
| Question | The Dark of Mirkwood Scenario | The Return of the King Saga Expansion |
|---|---|---|
| Our label | Worth it | Worth it |
| Buy order | #1 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game | #3 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game |
| What it adds | An 82-card box with two scenarios for the Revised Core Set. | 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 | Adds replay content early, before buying a full campaign box. | Completes the saga campaign and brings key Gondor and Rohan heroes. |
| 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 | The Return of the King Saga Expansion details |