Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion is a standalone game in the Gloomhaven series and is well-suited both as a supplement to the original game, but is also perfect for introducing players to the Gloomhaven game universe.
The story in the game takes place before the events in Gloomhaven.
The game is in several ways a slightly simplified version of the original Gloomhaven. Among other things, you will not find any cardboard tiles in this edition, and the rules have been simplified.
Four new miniatures are introduced in the game:
They can all also be used in the original Gloomhaven game. This edition also includes some new monsters and bosses.
Players are encouraged in this edition to uncover what is happening in the city, where there have been a series of mysterious and eerie disappearances.
Each turn, a player chooses two cards from their hand that they want to play. The number on the top card determines their initiative for the round. Each card has a top and a bottom ability.
When it is a player's turn, determined by the initiative order, they must use the top ability on the top or bottom card or vice versa. Players must be careful, as over time they will permanently lose cards from their hand. If they take too long to clear a dungeon, they may end up exhausted or forced to retreat.
Do you want to protect your cards with sleeves? Then you will need the following:
4x Board Game Sleeves - Standard (50 Non-Glare)
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