The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game expansions
The Return of the King Saga Expansion vs Elves of Lorien Starter Deck
| Question | The Return of the King Saga Expansion | Elves of Lorien Starter Deck |
|---|---|---|
| Our label | Worth it | Worth it |
| Buy order | #3 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game | #4 for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game |
| What it adds | Six scenarios finishing the trilogy plus over 60 hero and player cards; its FFG July 2024 announcement marked the last repackaged box. | A themed starter deck of Elf player cards. |
| What it fixes | Completes the saga campaign and brings key Gondor and Rohan heroes. | Adds Spirit/Lore player cards that were previously available only in out-of-print cycles. |
| Type | Expansion | Expansion |
| Players | 1–4 players | 1–4 players |
| Rules load | Adds more rules | About the same rules load |
| Best for | Best for experienced groups | Fine for any group |
| What you need | Just the base game | Just the base game |
| Price guide | $60–$100 | $20–$40 |
| More | The Return of the King Saga Expansion details | Elves of Lorien Starter Deck details |