War of the Ring Balrog Version Shadow Card Box and Sleeves Card Game with fast-paced gameplay and simple rules. Inspired by the award-winning War of the Ring board game - The Card Game allows players to journey to the world of J R R Tolkiens The Lord of the Rings and create their own version of the dramatic conflict between the dark lord, Sauron and the free peoples of middle-earth. The card game up to 4 players compete in two teams. During the game, players will take turns playing cards representing the characters, armies, items and events of the War of the Ring. Each card they play will help or hinder the journey of the Fellowship as it progresses on its Path; or be used to defend or conquer the strongholds of Middle-earth, as they fight to control the new Battleground cards activated in each round.