Avalon Hill Talisman Nemesis: Call of the Hunt Expansion Pack – 1-vs.-Many Adventure for 3-6 Players

Discover Avalon Hill Talisman Nemesis: Call of the Hunt Expansion

The Nemesis summons frenzied beasts and tests your group with a thrilling, book-rich one-vs.-many dynamic. In this expansion, one player steps into the role of the Nemesis, controlling adversaries and villains, while the rest of the players band together as heroes to answer the call of the hunt. Your team faces three perilous Trials, each with its own distinctive adversary and set of challenges. To win, heroes must outmaneuver these trials before the Nemesis closes in, creating a tense rhythm of cooperation and strategic risk.

As you play, new layers of story unfold. Completing Trials unlocks mystery boxes whose contents include cards and detailed figures, expanding the narrative and potential tactics. The experience is designed to fit a 3- to 6-player night, delivering a compact yet rich session that fits a typical game night while offering fresh twists to the base game.

What makes this expansion unique

• One-vs.-many gameplay introduces a dramatic dynamic with the Nemesis steering adversaries.
• Three distinct Trials push players to balance planning, luck, and timely cooperation.
• New figures bring variety: a collectible Toad, a playable Huntress, and three large mystery figures.
• Mystery cards and components appear as Trials unfold, expanding the story and choices you can make.
• A two-sided Inner Region overlay reconfigures the map, offering a fresh setting for all three Trials.

How the game unfolds

Teams work together to confront the Nemesis’ threats, navigate evolving objectives, and seize opportunities as cards and figures are revealed. The Nemesis player adds tension by deploying adversaries with distinct abilities, while heroes adapt to shifting goals and new locations. The expansion is designed to be played alongside the base game, enriching decisions and immersion without sacrificing accessibility.

What you need to play

This expansion requires the Talisman 5th Edition base game to play (sold separately). It includes five unique figures, mystery cards, and a two-sided overlay that refines the Inner Region for all Trials.

Perfect for game nights

• Ages 12+ • 3–6 players • About 60 minutes per session
• Great for fans of fantasy strategy, cooperative play, and competitive challenges
• Enhances tabletop storytelling with new components and encounter types

Overall, the Call of the Hunt expansion offers a compact yet deep addition to the Talisman experience. It opens a corridor to intense, collaborative play with a dash of competitive tension, inviting teams to explore new strategies and the thrill of uncovering what lies beyond each Trial.