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product_id: 51873007
title: "War of the Ring Expansion: Lords of Middle Earth"
brand: "ares games"
price: "A$74"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 8
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# 180 mins immersive gameplay New special Action Dice included 2-4 players strategic battles War of the Ring Expansion: Lords of Middle Earth

**Brand:** ares games
**Price:** A$74
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Forge new legends in Middle-earth with every roll! 🎲

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** War of the Ring Expansion: Lords of Middle Earth by ares games
- **How much does it cost?** A$74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/51873007-war-of-the-ring-expansion-lords-of-middle-earth)

## Best For

- ares games enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ares games brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Exclusive Action Dice:** Special Elven Ring Keepers and Lesser Minion dice add tactical depth and excitement to your moves.
- • **Dynamic Gameplay Expansion:** Fresh strategies and alternative rules inject thrilling unpredictability and faster pacing into every session.
- • **Enhanced Visual Experience:** Premium detailed figures for Aragorn and Gandalf the White replace tokens for immersive play.
- • **Epic New Characters & Figures:** Unlock iconic heroes and villains like Elrond, Galadriel, Balrog, and alternate Gandalf versions to redefine your game.
- • **Perfect for Strategy Enthusiasts:** Designed for 2-4 players aged 13+, this expansion sharpens critical thinking and planning skills.

## Overview

Lords of Middle Earth is the first expansion for War of the Ring (2nd Edition), introducing new characters, figures, and special dice that create fresh strategic opportunities and faster gameplay for 2-4 players aged 13 and up. Featuring iconic personalities and enhanced components, it elevates the classic board game experience with immersive, alternative rules and premium accessories.

## Description

Product Description What if the Keepers of the Elven Rings had used their Rings of Power to challenge the might of the Dark Lord? What if the Balrog had risen out of Moria to bring fire and fury to the lands of the Free Peoples? What if the Council of Elrond had decided differently regarding the Fellowship of the Ring? Lords of Middle-earth is the first expansion for the War of the Ring (second edition) board game. Players may explore these possibilities together with many other ones to create fresh gaming opportunities and new strategies. Important personalities, previously featured in the game only through Event Cards, are represented by specific figures and rules. New Characters include Elrond, Galadriel, Sméagol, Gothmog and the powerful Balrog of Moria, as well as alternate versions of Gandalf, the Witch-king and the Mouth of Sauron. New special Action Dice are included: Elven Ring Keepers dice for the Free Peoples player and Lesser Minion dice for the Shadow player. New versions of all the Companions of the Fellowship of the Ring are also included, to play the optional "Council of Rivendell" rules. As an added bonus, figures for Aragorn and Gandalf the White are provided, accessories to the game that fans have been eagerly awaiting! This is your chance to forge the destiny of an age... Directions Instructions for playing the game are included.

Review: More of the Ring - Lords of Middle Earth (for War of the Ring 2nd Edition) will give you more of everything you like about War of the Ring. I've found that it's inclusion provides a really cool 'alternative' set of rules for War of the Ring. It certainly changes the pace of the game, if anything it makes it quicker to play, as it includes characters for both sides which are extremely powerful and can easily demolish unsuspecting opponents. In short, you might not want to play with the expansion ALL the time, I still have a soft spot for how the original version plays, but this expansion provides some very interesting variations. You're here because you love War of the Ring and you'll find there's a lot to love here too!
Review: Perfect expansion! - I would recommand every owner of war of the ring to purchase this expansion. It enhances the game so much, creates new options and makes the game more balanced. The bonus figures of Gandalf the White and Aragorn are great and so much better then the tokens to be placed under them. Great!

## Features

- Creates fresh gaming opportunities and new strategies
- Expansion for War of the Ring (second Edition)
- Playing Time: 180 mins
- Ages 13 +
- 2-4 players

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00A0Q79RQ |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 260,621 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 6,138 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (55) |
| Date First Available | 21 July 2012 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Develop critical thinking and strategic planning skills |
| Item model number | WOTR005 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 3 years and up |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Maximum Weight | 3100 Grams |
| Material Type(s) | Cardstock |
| Number of Game Players | 4 US |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 13.97 x 4.57 x 27.69 cm; 399 g |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| tech_spec_battery_description_toys | No batteries required |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More of the Ring
*by G***T on 19 June 2013*

Lords of Middle Earth (for War of the Ring 2nd Edition) will give you more of everything you like about War of the Ring. I've found that it's inclusion provides a really cool 'alternative' set of rules for War of the Ring. It certainly changes the pace of the game, if anything it makes it quicker to play, as it includes characters for both sides which are extremely powerful and can easily demolish unsuspecting opponents. In short, you might not want to play with the expansion ALL the time, I still have a soft spot for how the original version plays, but this expansion provides some very interesting variations. You're here because you love War of the Ring and you'll find there's a lot to love here too!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect expansion!
*by P***S on 28 October 2013*

I would recommand every owner of war of the ring to purchase this expansion. It enhances the game so much, creates new options and makes the game more balanced. The bonus figures of Gandalf the White and Aragorn are great and so much better then the tokens to be placed under them. Great!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must have expansion
*by M***S on 15 October 2018*

If you have an even passing fondness for WOTR get this, the balance improvements are worth it alone. It also allows the free people to pressure the shadow in a couple of key ways. I'm less of a fan of warriors, but this is one you need.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Ares Games srl WOTR Lords of Middle Earth
- Ares Games War of The Ring - Kings of Middle-Earth
- Fantasy Flight Games Ares Games War of The Ring 2nd Edition, Multi-Colored (AGS WOTR001), 2 to 4 Players

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