Runar: Hel

The invincible creatures guarding the Runic Gem add such a tense, strategic layer—you really have to plan your moves carefully. I’ve only played the first campaign scenario so far, but the new mechanics already feel fresh and well-balanced.

The three new campaign scenarios really lean into the helplessness of facing unkillable creatures—my group was sweating by the second hour. The map tiles for the forbidden area feel properly treacherous, and the rulebook handles the twist of that "can't die" mechanic clearly enough that we got rolli

The new campaign adds a nice layer of depth, though the "incapable of dying" creatures can make some encounters drag a bit. The Runic Gem search is a cool twist, and the art on the board is really detailed.