What is included in this expansion book?
The 112-page hardback book includes a history of the northern lands, 18 narrative scenarios, campaign rules linking them, rules for eight armies and six legendary legions, an appendix with historical battles, and a miniature showcase.
What other books do I need to use this expansion?
You will need the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game Rules Manual, Armies of the Lord of the Rings, and Armies of the Hobbit rulebooks to use the content in this expansion.
What armies are featured in this supplement?
It features rules for eight armies: Garrison of Dale, Erebor Reclaimed, Lothlorien, Halls of Thranduil, Beornings, Easterlings, Mordor, and Dark Denizens of Mirkwood.
How many scenarios are included?
There are 18 narrative play scenarios included in the book.
Can the scenarios be played as a campaign?
Yes, the 18 scenarios can be linked together into one extended Defence of the North campaign, or played as three individual smaller campaigns.
What are Legendary Legions?
Legendary Legions are specialised army lists with restricted compositions that grant additional unique rules. This book includes six, such as the Army of Dale and Host of the Dragon Emperor.
Does the book include painting inspiration?
Yes, it contains a showcase section with displays of key miniatures from the Citadel and Forge World ranges for inspiration.