ROOT: The Riverfolk Expansion [Board Game]

Will you seize control of the forest, or be outwitted by its cunning inhabitants?

Enter into the enchanting yet cutthroat world of Root with The Riverfolk Expansion, a thrilling addition to the acclaimed asymmetric strategy board game. This expansion enriches the woodland conflict with two dynamic new factions, expanded player options, and innovative game modes, ensuring every session is as fresh as it is fierce. 

Note: A copy of the Root: A Game of Woodland Might and Right base game is required to play.

Key Features:

• New Factions, New Strategies: Command the cunning Riverfolk Company, a band of opportunistic otters who capitalize on crisis, offering trade services to other factions for profit and power. Or lead the zealous Lizard Cult, indoctrinating the forest’s creatures to spread your creed and dominate clearings through fervent devotion. Each faction introduces unique mechanics, deepening the game’s signature asymmetry.
• Expanded Player Count: With additional warriors, faction boards, and components, The Riverfolk Expansion supports up to six players, making it perfect for larger gatherings. More players mean more chaos, alliances, and betrayals in the struggle for the woodland.
• Second Vagabond & Variants: Introduce a rival Vagabond with a new player board, allowing two wanderers to scheme and skirmish for fame. Three new Vagabond variants add further replayability, letting you customize your rogue’s approach to the forest’s power struggle.
• Mechanical Marquise & Bot Play: Face the Mechanical Marquise, an automated version of the base game’s feline tyrants, in solo, cooperative, or competitive modes. Cooperative scenarios and rules for bot play offer fresh challenges for groups or solo adventurers.
• Rich Components: Includes 40 wooden warriors, a Vagabond pawn, 15 buildings, 9 tokens, 3 victory point markers, 9 relationship markers, 11 items, and 17 spare pieces for future scenarios. Four faction boards, five custom card holders, four spy cards, two faction overviews, three Vagabond character cards, and a Learning to Play booklet ensure a premium experience.
• Immersive Design: Designed by Cole Wehrle with charming illustrations by Kyle Ferrin, the expansion maintains Root’s high production quality. Vibrant artwork and sturdy components make every interaction a delight, from setup to showdown.

The Riverfolk Expansion amplifies Root’s replayability with dozens of new player configurations, cooperative and competitive bot modes, and factions that demand clever adaptation. Whether you’re trading with the Riverfolk, preaching with the Lizard Cult, or scheming as a Vagabond, this expansion delivers endless strategic depth and woodland intrigue.