Scythe: The Rise of Fenris*
Scythe: The Rise of Fenris transports players to a Europe on the brink of a new era, following the ebb and flow of empires after the Great War. As the economy thrives, morale soars, and defenses stand strong, strange reports of soldiers with glowing eyes in the countryside surface, yet they appear distant and seemingly harmless.
Gameplay Overview
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Campaign (8 games): Experience the thrilling conclusion to the Scythe expansion trilogy in an epic eight-episode campaign. Filled with surprises, unlocks, and persistent elements, the campaign offers an enthralling narrative that can be reset and replayed, ensuring each playthrough remains captivating.
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Modular (11 modules): If you prefer versatility, or after completing the campaign, delve into the 11 diverse modules introduced in The Rise of Fenris. These modules can be mixed and matched to cater to various player preferences. What's more, they seamlessly integrate with all Scythe expansions, including a fully cooperative module for those who seek collaborative challenges.
Conclusion
While the specifics of the episodes and modules are shrouded in mystery, with many components concealed within secret tuckboxes and punchboards, you'll find a wealth of intriguing elements in this expansion. From a comprehensive episodic guidebook to 13 finely crafted plastic miniatures, 62 wooden tokens, 2 unique custom dice, 25 tiles, and over 100 cardboard tokens, The Rise of Fenris promises an immersive and dynamic experience.
Embrace the uncertainty, chart your course through this pivotal period, and shape the destiny of Europa in this captivating addition to the Scythe universe.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
- 1 - 5 Players
- 75 - 150 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
We like Scythe: The Rise of Fenris so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 6 in The Best Games from Stonemaier Games 🇺🇸🏢
- Position 14 in The best games presented at the Spiel 2018 game fair in Essen, Germany