War of the Ring      

Description Of War of the Ring
	The game of War of the Ring is based on the famous fantasy scenario of ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy created by Tolkien. The characters and strongholds in War of the Ring closely follow the descriptions given in the book.

Smooth game mechanics have been developed to weave an interesting game around this enchanting and thrilling legend.

A game of War of the Ring can be played by either two players or two teams. One side/player controls the Free Peoples and the other side/player controls the Shadow Armies.

In War of the Ring the Free People Nations are not willing to take up arms against the Dark Lord Sauron- their arch enemy. They need some persuasion in the form of attacks to get into fighting mode. The Political Track in War of the Ring shows whether or not a nation is ready for war. Conquest of a certain number of cities and strongholds of the opponents can bring victory.

All the while that armed clashes happen the Fellowship of the Ring tries to get to the Mount of Doom to destroy the One Ring. Sauron is also looking for the Ring. Rules for The Hunt for the Ring govern the search. The player/team controlling the Free People needs to put up a strong defense while helping the Ring bearer in his quest.

Players’ actions are decided by dice play. At each turn a player can decide between moving armies, characters, recruiting troops, draw or play event cards and advancing a political track. Judicious choice is needed to keep ahead in the race for victory. Event cards can cause unexpected turns in the game. They have the potential to alter the course of a conflict.

The game box of War of the Ring brings with it a large 2-piece game board, Player aids folder, 10 'Shadow action dice, 6 'Free Peoples' action dice, 5 Combat Dice
90 'Shadow Army' unit figures, 75 'Free people Army' unit figures, 20 'Free People Leader' figures, 8 'Nazgul' figures, 8 ' Fellowship' figures, 3 'Minions of the Shadow' figures, 24 'Hunt' tiles, 18 'Settlement Control' markers, 1 'Fellowship Progress' counter, 1 'Corruption' counter, 2 'Leading Player' tokens, 3 'Elven Rings' counters, 8 'Nation Political' counters, 71 'Army Unit Replacement' counters, 7 'Companion' counters, 1 'Aragorn' marker, 1 'Gandalf' marker,96 Event cards, 14 Character cards and the rulebook.

The War of the Ring board game is illustrated by the celebrated Tolkien artist John Howe.

Review of War of the Ring
The War of the Ring game is a wonderful game for fans of the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. The game of War of the Ring gives players a feel of existing and participating in the dramatic and magical events of the scenario. Memorable characters, epic action, dramatic conflict - War of the Ring has it all.

War of the Ring is a very well made game. The magical story unfolds on a beautifully made board. There are tons of miniatures that act out the story for the players. Well made cards and counters carry the players through the game mechanics very smoothly. Players have a choice to either opt for a military victory or win by controlling the destiny of the Ring, hence the name War of the Ring.

The availability of game expansions and accessories for War of the Ring promises to take enthusiasts of the game to greater levels of gaming experiences.