Lord of the Rings: The Duel

About this board game

Lord of the Rings: The Duel is a two-player card game with an approximately 45-minute play time, released in 2002. Set on the three-dimensional bridge where the epic struggle between Balrog and Gandalf takes place, it challenges two opponents to compete across four rounds.

Each player has their own set of cards. Every card features four markers on each side that indicate its strength, while some cards also provide a special action. These elements shape the duels as players use their individual card sets to contest each round.

• Designed for exactly 2 players
• Four rounds in every game
• Cards with strength markers on both sides
• Some cards include special actions
• Set on a three-dimensional bridge

The winner of each duel moves up the bridge. This creates a clear race toward the highest position, with every round contributing to the final result. After the fourth and final round, the player who ends up highest on the bridge wins.

With its focused two-player format and distinctive three-dimensional setting, Lord of the Rings: The Duel presents the confrontation as a compact series of card duels. The game is part of the Kosmos two-player series, making it a dedicated head-to-head experience for fans of the setting and competitive card play.