The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Heroes of Tamriel
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You're weighing whether to dual-wield or summon the storm. Your companion has chosen Witchhunter and is already mixing potions. Soon you'll find out if a hybrid build can stand up to Deslandra.
WHAT IT'S ABOUT
More heroes, more builds, more paths to victory
Heroes of Tamriel is a character expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, the cooperative campaign by Chip Theory Games set in Tamriel's Second Era. This expansion adds two new classes (Warrior and Witchhunter), new races from the continent, and two skill lines (Dual Wield and Storm Calling) that enrich the customization of every adventurer.
At the table, you build your hero by combining classes, races, and abilities: the Warrior is a versatile battle specialist who alternates combat forms to gain tactical advantages, while the Witchhunter specializes against specific enemies and uses potions relentlessly. Dual Wield rewards quick and reckless damage, and Storm Calling enhances physical damage with weather control. Each build opens up different tactics against Deslandra and the threats of the Second Era.
What they're saying abroad
"Character customization expansion with class, race, and skill line variants."
Customization expansion with class, race, and skill line variants.
— BoardGameGeek
This is a newly announced expansion: the first feedback will come out after its scheduled release in late 2026. FroGames will update the card as soon as we have actual games to report on.
— FroGames
The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Heroes of Tamriel
The base game supports solo play with official rules. Heroes of Tamriel adds classes and races that work great in solo, in fact: multiclass builds become even more interesting when controlling a single hero and you can experiment with extreme combinations without having to coordinate with other players.
FrogScore · FroGames editorial rating · first impression: based on rulebook and official presentation, updated after first playsWhat you'll find in the expansion
Classes, races, and skills for new heroes
Warrior
All-rounder class with many powerful abilities. Alternates battle forms to gain tactical advantages: a specialist who adapts to any encounter.
Witchhunter
Hunter focused on specific enemies. Gains bonuses against his targets and uses potions without limits: magic and range at the service of obsession.
Dual Wield
Skill line for light weapons: fast and reckless attacks. With the right abilities, you can hit multiple times in the same turn, sacrificing defense for damage.
Storm Calling
Enhances physical damage by controlling the weather. Encourages hybrid builds that mix battle forms: strategy and timing make all the difference.
🎲How to playThe rules in four steps▼
How to play
The flow of a turn with the new classes
Heroes of Tamriel does not change the basic gameplay system; it adds options within existing phases.
Move, fight, explore. The new skill lines (Dual Wield, Storm Calling) are activated here: decide which battle form to use and which dice to roll.
Warrior alternates forms for tactical bonuses, Witchhunter controls the type of enemy and activates power-ups. Each class has a different rhythm: discover it by playing.
Stamina, magic, potions. The Witchhunter uses unlimited potions (if they have them), Storm Calling improves stamina with magical effects. Management is part of the build.
Enemies act, you gain experience, you unlock new abilities. Each level refines the build: more options, more synergies, more ways to face Deslandra.
⏱️Your first gameThe chronicle, moment by moment▼
A game in five moments
What happens at the table (hypothetical first game)
Not the rules. The experience.
Choose who you are
Class card in front, race next to it, skill lines to unlock. You are building the hero who will face Deslandra: every choice changes how you will play for the next few hours. The Warrior gives you versatility, the Witchhunter fierce focus.
First encounter, first abilities
You roll your class ability dice. Dual Wield makes you attack twice, Storm Calling enhances the hit. Your build begins to take shape: you understand what you want to unlock at the next level.
Mid-campaign, hybrid build
You've mixed Warrior with Storm Calling and now you alternate battle forms to exploit different bonuses. Your Witchhunter companion is slaughtering Daedra with infinite potions. The synergy works, but Deslandra hasn't appeared yet.
The encounter you'll remember
Deslandra appears, the dice betray, someone drinks the last potion. The Witchhunter takes the bonus against their designated enemy and rolls five dice in a single attack. It works: Deslandra falters.
End of campaign, build balance
Tamriel is saved or lost. You re-read your hero sheet: unlocked abilities, found weapons, used potions. Next time you'll try another combination: this expansion has doubled the possible games.
🐸Good to know beforehandThree honest things, from friends▼
Good to know beforehand
Three things you need to know
Base game required
Heroes of Tamriel is an expansion: you cannot play without Betrayal of the Second Era. It adds classes, races, and skills, but the map, enemies, quests, and main rules are in the core box. If you don't have the base game, start with that.
Expected release 2026
This expansion has been announced but not yet released. The information here is based on official data available in July 2026: final rules and balancing may change before publication.
More options = more complexity
Adding classes, races, and skill lines doubles the possible combinations. This is great for replayability, but slows down initial choice and can confuse those new to the system. Evaluate if your group is ready.
🏆Victory and defeatWhat the ending rewards▼
How it ends
How to win (or lose) with the new classes
The victory and defeat conditions remain those of the base game: Heroes of Tamriel changes how you get there.
Victory (campaign)
- Complete the main campaign quests in three sessions
- Defeat Deslandra and the threats of the Second Era
- At least one hero survives to the end with the right equipment
Defeat
- All heroes are eliminated (health at zero, no resources to recover)
- Fail a critical quest necessary to advance the campaign
- Time runs out or Deslandra completes her plan before you stop her
The new classes don't make the game easier: they give you more paths to victory, but also more ways to make build mistakes. Knowing what you're building makes the difference.
💬Frequently asked questionsQuick answers before checkout▼
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Heroes of Tamriel
Can I play Heroes of Tamriel without the base game?
No. Heroes of Tamriel is an expansion that adds classes, races, and skill lines, but requires the base game The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era for the map, enemies, quests, and main rules. It is not standalone.
What mechanics does The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era use?
Cooperative, dice rolling, hand management, character progression, hexagon grid, scenario/mission/campaign, tech trees, variable player powers, modular board. Heroes of Tamriel primarily expands progression and powers with new classes and skill lines.
Do the new classes work well in solo play?
Yes. The base game supports solo play with official rules, and the new classes work perfectly: Warrior and Witchhunter offer different playstyles, and in solo, you can experiment with extreme multiclass builds without having to coordinate them with other players. Dual Wield and Storm Calling add tactical depth.
How much does complexity increase with this expansion?
Moderately. Heroes of Tamriel does not change the basic rules, but adds options: more classes and skill lines mean more choices during setup and leveling. If your group already struggles with the core game, it's better to play a few base campaigns before adding this expansion.
Is it available in Italian?
The edition sold on FroGames is in English. No official Italian localizations for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era or its expansions have been announced at this time (July 2026). The game requires fluent English reading for ability cards, quests, and rules.
The people behind the game
Who invented it, who designed it, who publishes it — and what else they've done.
The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Heroes of Tamriel is a character expansion for the cooperative campaign by Chip Theory Games set in the Second Era of Tamriel. For 1-4 players, ages 14+, duration 120-240 minutes, it adds two new classes (Warrior and Witchhunter), unprecedented races from the continent, and two skill lines (Dual Wield and Storm Calling) that expand hero customization. Requires the base game to play. Available on FroGames.it.
The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era – Heroes of Tamriel
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