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Ares The Battle Of Five Armies board game box

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Ares The Battle Of Five Armies Board Game

SKU CH-GMEP-KTP1A

A two-player strategy board game recreating the epic clash from The Hobbit

  • Epic Tolkien finale recreated on tabletop
  • Two-player asymmetric strategy with distinct factions
  • War of the Ring acclaimed mechanics adapted
  • Free Peoples vs Shadow armies clash
  • Key characters Gandalf, Bolg, Beorn, Eagles included

The Battle of Five Armies Board Game

This board game recreates the epic conclusion of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Two players command opposing forces in a struggle for the Lonely Mountain. The Shadow player leads Bolg's goblin horde while the Free Peoples player directs Men, Dwarves, and Elves under Gandalf. It uses mechanics from the War of the Ring boardgame.

Two-player strategy fans seeking Tolkien combat

The game is built strictly for two players who enjoy asymmetric warfare and deep tactical decisions. Groups wanting a party game or solo play will not find a suitable mode here. Buyers who need a game supporting three or more participants should look at a different title.

Standard board game setup with card-driven turns

The box contains a map board, plastic figures, cards, and dice for immediate play. Rules follow the War of the Ring system so experienced players learn quickly. First-time players often misread the action dice symbols during the opening turns. The rulebook includes examples to clarify the combat sequence.

Highlights

  • Epic Tolkien finale recreated on tabletop
  • Two-player asymmetric strategy with distinct factions
  • War of the Ring acclaimed mechanics adapted
  • Free Peoples vs Shadow armies clash
  • Key characters Gandalf, Bolg, Beorn, Eagles included

Specifications

BrandAres Games

Questions about this item

Does the box include both the Shadow and Free Peoples forces so a second player can start immediately?

Yes, the set contains all miniatures and cards for both the Shadow player commanding Bolg's Goblin horde and the Free Peoples player leading Men, Dwarves and Elves under Gandalf.

Can I combine the Gandalf figure or other characters with my War of the Ring collection?

The game uses mechanics derived from War of the Ring, but the components are designed for this standalone two-player scenario and are not marked as cross-compatible.

How do I know the game is set up correctly before the first turn?

Verify that each player has their correct army miniatures, action dice and event cards, and that the board shows the Lonely Mountain, Dale ruins and Front Gate in their starting positions.

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