Batman: The Dark Knight Returns

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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns — The Game is a solo board game experience in which you don the cape and cowl and journey through Frank Miller’s iconic comic book series. Instead of traditional leveling up, this is a game of attrition. As Batman, you must come out of retirement and do everything you can to beat back a relentless tide of ruthless mutants, cops, and press looking to bring you down. Get ready to face villains like Two-Face, The Joker, and the leader of the Mutant Gang… as well as your powerful former ally, Superman!

The game is played over the course of four epic “Books,” with the results of each carrying over to the next. Each Book features unique rules, allies, abilities, and epic boss battles. You can also play each Book standalone, with setup instructions for easy, normal, and hard modes. There’s even a VS Mode that lets one player take control of Batman’s enemies.

The game is offered in a regular edition and a Deluxe Edition featuring 17 miniature figures designed in the distinct Frank Miller art style of the comic!

KEY FEATURES

  • Based on Frank Miller’s iconic Batman: The Dark Knight Returns limited comic series
  • Highly detailed miniatures sculpted by Arnaud Boudoiron (Deluxe Edition only)
  • Accessible to hardcore and casual gamers alike
  • Variable setup and endless combinations of Fight and Detective Cards
  • Play as Batman and use unique Batarang dice
  • Uses imagery from the comic

Descent: Vaerix Spotlight

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Vaerix once served the dragonlords as a respected teacher and leader among the dragon hybrids. However, when they began to tell others of their dream, of an independent future for hybrid-kind apart from the dragonlords, they were brutally cast out. Since then, Vaerix has played the part of the wandering prophet and adventurer, trying their best to forget the pain and humiliation of their exile…and the plight of the hybrid faction they left behind.

Vaerix is both a survivor and a group healer, which is showcased through their abilities Survivor and Respite. Their skills and abilities allow them to manipulate other heroes’ cards and helps recover fatigue and damage. At the onset of their legend, they are armed with an Ironthorn Warbell and Riverwatch Spear with light to medium armor. Vaerix is great for players who want to support others and be a reluctant visionary.

DESCENT: The Fate of Fallowhearth

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Event – KINDRED FIRE

  • Kehli, Galaden, and Vaerix met with an aged priest of Kellos named Master Galgoraz, seeking to learn more about Kellos and to investigate any possible connection between that faith and the dragon worship of The Dread.
    Galgoraz assured them that the flames of Kellos represent passion and renewal, not mere destruction.
  • Vaerix considered whether the dragon hybrids could find a home amongst the sect of Kellos, but concluded that they needed to find their own path in the world.


QUEST – THE FATE OF FALLOWHEARTH

The town of Fallowhearth was beset by Uthuk raiders who sought to capture its residents. Brynn joined forces with the ghostly remnant of her cousin, Kathryn, to defeat the Uthuk and save her people.

  • Years ago, Brynn’s cousin Kathryn died in Fallowhearth after using necromancy in a desperate, but successful, attempt to defeat a great evil. Her spirit lingered on as an unseen protector of the town and the derelict keep within.
  • Brynn encouraged Kathryn’s spirit to use the necromantic arts to attempt to save Fallowhearth. The ghost is no longer tethered to the site of her death, and instead travels with her cousin, though Brynn is the only one who can see her.

DESCENT: Let It Stay Buried

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Rumors of dragon hybrid mercenaries led Vaerix and the other heroes to investigate an archeological dig site. The “scholars” were revealed as the cult of The Dread, under the command of Wing Captain Xenith. Vaerix and their allies defeated the mighty centurion and prevented the cult from accomplishing its work.

The Dread and their mercenary allies were working to locate the remains of an ancient dragon. The skull was to be given to Ne’Krul for her ritual, but the dragon -worshipping Dread were promised the rest of the find.

Vaerix attempted to parley with Meza, the leader of the dragon hybrid mercenaries assisting The Dread, but she refused to withdraw from the fight.

There was great power contained within the dragon skull, and Vaerix decided to keep it for themself. Such power may prove valuable to establish a new path for Terrinoth’s dragon hybrids.

DESCENT: Events

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Before going on the main quest, numerous events told place.

NOW LET'S FIND OUT WHO YOU REALLY ARE!

Syrus and Galaden investigated rumors of a haunted farm in northern Forthyn. Their scrutiny quickly revealed that there was no ghost, only a meddler named Herbie, attempting to con his sister-in-law, Elsie, out of valuable property.

Syrus was appalled at Herbie's duplicity, and insisted that he offer financial compensation to Elsie.

THE ARMY OF CARTHRIDGE

Brynn and Vaerix met with Baron Zachareth at an army camp in Forthyn's northwestern forests. The Baron of Cartridge was leading his armies to confront undead in the Mistlands, and made it clear he had no interest in leading his troops to assist Forthyn against the Uthuk.

Eager to maintain diplomatic relations with Cartridge, despite Zachareth's actions, Brynn placated the Baron. In exchange, he offered material support to assist Forthyn's effort.

HUNTING PARTY

Galaden and Laurel of Bloodwood pursued a pack of Uthuk Y'llan through a forest and discovered signs of an ambush.

Though they were unable either to help the victims or catch the perpetrators, Laurel assured Galaden that he was doing all he could to protect Forthyn from the Uthuk.

IT TAKES A THIEF

Countess Ducard summoned Brynn, Syrus, and Chance to her manor to investigate a theft from her household.Chance easily determined that the thief was a member of the household staff, struggling to get by on a meager salary.

Rather than surrender the servant, Luden, to Ducard for punishment, the heroes appeased the countess and tookthe man into their own service

THE GATES OF THELGRIM

A number of traders, merchants, and refugees found themselves stranded when Thelgrim, the dwarven capitol, unexpectedly closed its gates in response to some internal threat.

Kehli and the other heroes met with Master Flint of Forge's Smiths* Guild, and helped him find safe harbor for the gathered masses.

THE ORCS OF FORTHYN

In the small village of Camsford, the heroes encountered a nomadic tribe of orcs, led by Elder Mok, a spiritspeaker of some skill.

The Outlaw Prince attempted to recruit the orcs to some unknown purpose, but the heroes intervened and persuaded them to work with the Barony of Forthyn instead.

Embarrassed and enraged, the Outlaw Prince lashed out with his harsh words, further ostracizing the orcs and stomping out of the village in a huff.