Beowulf: The Legend (2005)

(not to be confused with Knizia's Beowulf: The Movie Board Game)

From FFG Spring 2005 Catalog:

The fascinating legend of the great hero Beowulf is told in one of the oldest works of English literature. This game relives the legend of how the Geatish warrior Beowulf comes to the aid of the Danish King against the fearsome monster Grendel, how he returns to his home in Geatland to become King, and how Beowulf meets his end when fighting the terrible dragon.

Beowulf the Legend, designed by renowned game designer Reiner Knizia, invites you to accompany the mighty hero as one of his brave comrades. Will you become the most renowned warrior and succeed Beowulf as king? Only the strongest will prevail!

Box Content:
1 L-shaped board
1 Round shield
5 Black status markers
100 Activity cards
36 Square fame tokens
24 Square treasure tokens
3 Square misfortune tokens
36 Round alliance tokens (scrolls)
10 Small wound tiles (scratches)
10 Large wound tiles with one wound
1 Large wound tile with double wound

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