Lord of the Rings: The Duel (2002)

About this game

This game is set on the 3-dimensional bridge where the epic struggle between Balrog and Gandalf takes place. Each player has their own set of cards. Each card has 4 markers on each side, indicating the card's strength. There are also some cards with a special action. There are four rounds per game, with the winner of each duel moving up the bridge. Whoever ends up highest after the fourth and final round is the winner. Lord of the Rings - The Duel is part of the Kosmos two-player series.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 1.7/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 10 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.