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The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game (2001)

2–6 players · 45 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.9 on BGG

Players
2–6
Play time
45 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
6.9/10

Best for 2–6 players aged 12+ who like adventure games — medium complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game

A tradeable card game covering the events of the Lord of the Rings movies. Frodo and his companions journey from Bag End to the destruction of the Ring at Mount Doom. The coverage of the cards is largely loyal to the movies, but it does take some of its lore from the book, and make references to certain atmospheres within the book. Some card sets, such as the Expanded Middle Earth Draft collection, have actors playing roles that were not seen in the movie, replete with costum…

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AdventureCard GameCollectible ComponentsFantasyMovies / TV / Radio themeNovel-based

Mechanics: Hand Management · Designer: Chuck Kallenbach, Tom Lischke, Mike Reynolds

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game FAQ

How many players is The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game?
The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game plays with 2–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game take to play?
A game of The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game takes 45 min, at medium complexity (2.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game any good?
The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game rates 6.9/10 from 1,467 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / card game game built around hand management.