Talisman (Third Edition)

Games Workshop Ltd. · 1994

2–8120 min9+ yrs2.1/5 complexity6.3 BGG#4.883 BGG2,4 KFamily

⚡ short answer

How do you play Talisman (Third Edition)?

The third edition of one of Games Workshop's most popular boardgames. Differs from first & second edition Talisman significantly. Enter a world of fantastic heroic adventure, where magic really works and monsters roam the land.

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official art · Games Workshop Ltd.

The third edition of one of Games Workshop's most popular boardgames. Differs from first & second edition Talisman significantly.

Enter a world of fantastic heroic adventure, where magic really works and monsters roam the land. You are an adventurer on a quest to retrieve the fabled Crown of Command from its fearsome guardian, the Dragon King. You must find one of the Magic Talismans that will allow you to enter the Dragon King's lair and then defeat him in mortal combat. On your quest you will encounter powerful enemies, discover friends and magical artifacts, and meet strange beings. Finally, when you have gained sufficient power, you can confront the Dragon King in your bid to secure the Crown of Command.

Part of the Talisman series of games and expansions published by Games Workshop Ltd..

🔬 game anatomy

Complexity2.1 / 5

BGG rating6.3 / 10

Vibe

Family

Language dependence

Extensive text — heavy translation needed

Play time

120 min

Players

2–8

Recommended age

9+ yrs

BGG rank

#4.883

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Q4How many players does Talisman (Third Edition) support?

Talisman (Third Edition) is played by 2–8 players.

Q5How long does a game of Talisman (Third Edition) take?

A game of Talisman (Third Edition) takes about 120 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)

Q6What age is Talisman (Third Edition) for?

Talisman (Third Edition) is recommended from age 9.

Q7How complex is Talisman (Third Edition)?

Talisman (Third Edition) has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 2.1 out of 5.

Mechanics & categories

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