Sword & Sorcery: Ancient Chronicles – Northwind Tales

About this expansion

Sword & Sorcery: Ancient Chronicles – Northwind Tales is a campaign expansion for 1–5 players, with an average play time of 150 minutes. This second ACT carries the Heroes into a frozen North of snowstorms, Viking armies, and dangerous choices.

Led by the conqueror Wotan, a fearsome Viking army stands in the Heroes’ way as their quest reaches Yggdrasil, the cosmic tree. They must also face Níðhöggr, a terrifying undead dragon, in an epic struggle against forces that threaten their freedom.

Northwind Tales introduces free-roaming gameplay, creating a dynamic world where decisions matter. During the Journey phase, more than 100 entries present unique encounters and evolving challenges, while nine interconnected Quests reveal secrets, narrative crossroads, and opportunities that can change how the campaign unfolds.

• 15 deadly enemies and 17 modular board tiles
• Twin Weapons that reach their full power when used together
• Omens, mysterious prophecies that can help or curse the Heroes
• Mini-games featuring challenges such as climbing and fishing

Powerful combo mechanics reward repeated playthroughs, encouraging players to revisit the campaign and discover different possibilities. Every encounter adds to the sense of a living adventure, from exploring the frozen wilderness to confronting its most terrifying inhabitants.

With its branching narrative, modular environments, and new tactical mechanics, Sword & Sorcery: Ancient Chronicles – Northwind Tales expands the saga with a harsh northern setting and a campaign built around exploration, discovery, and consequence.