Base Game
The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the great woodland, intent on harvesting its riches. Under her rule, the many creatures of the forest have banded together. This Alliance will seek to strengthen its resources and subvert the rule of Cats. In this effort, the Alliance may enlist the help of the wandering Vagabonds who are able to move through the more dangerous woodland paths. Though some may sympathize with the Alliance’s hopes and dreams, these wanderers are old enough to remember the great birds of prey who once controlled the woods.
Meanwhile, at the edge of the region, the proud, squabbling Eyrie have found a new commander who they hope will lead their faction to resume their ancient birthright.
The stage is set for a contest that will decide the fate of the great woodland. It is up to the players to decide which group will ultimately take root.
Marauder Expansion
Two New Factions!
- Lord of the Hundreds – The Lord of the Hundreds believes themselves to be the true voice of the Woodland, spreading distrust and inciting torch-wielding mobs of mice to dominate their enemies! Only the strongest defense will weather this swarming army, who will not hesitate to loot their enemies even as they fight them.
- Keepers in Iron – These nomadic badger warriors have come to the Woodland zealously devoted to a single cause: recovering ancient relics. To do this, they need the help of local animals, carefully managing their Retinue of Woodland contacts to find the right leads. But beware — their fervent devotion to their mission makes them a terror to face in battle!
New Challenges!
Six new challenges with both Normal and Heroic modes test your strategic wiles!
New Achievements!
Eight new achievements push you to conquer the Woodland as never before!
Underworld Expansion
Conquer new battlefields as you journey into the Underworld of Root!
New Factions!
Underground Duchy – Sway your ministers to lead a righteous expedition to the Woodland, bringing order to the unending war and chaos above.
Corvid Conspiracy – Use cunning and trickery to hold the Woodland hostage, instigating plots to seize control through terror.
New Maps!
Mountain Map – Trek across outcroppings, clear blocked routes, and hold the mountain pass to show you are an effective leader.
Lake Map – Whisk yourself across the map by travelling on the ferry, meeting new friends and allies along the way.
New Challenges & Achievements!
Record your heroics with ten new Challenges and Achievements!
Exiles & Partisans & Vagabonds Expansion
New vagabond characters and an alternate deck of cards shake up the woodland and offer new play styles!
New Vagabond Variants!
Three new Vagabonds enter the woodland with new abilities that open more paths to victory!
- The Adventurer seeks out quests, helping the woodland creatures!
- The Ronin strikes swiftly, taking out critical enemy units in a flash!
- The Harrier glides above the trees, never impeded!
Exiles & Partisans Deck
This alternative 54-card deck of cards offers more crafting opportunities and abilities based on the game's factions, alongside new persistent effects that help players accrue an advantage over multiple turns.
Clockwork Expansion
Tick... tock... tick... tock...
The battle for the wild wood kicks into gear with the Clockwork Expansion! Four fiendishly automated enemy factions bring new challenges to Root in a customizable alternative to the game's AI! Can you overcome the mechanical menace and secure your right to rule the forest?
Introduces Co-op Play! Team up to take on powerful automated opponents!
Mechanical Marquise 2.0
This is the simplest of the bots and can be used to fill out the player count in dozens of configurations. Though this bot is straightforward, don’t get complacent. At least one player will need to keep it in check!
Electrical Eyrie
The Electric Eyrie will inspire fear in the most stalwart of players. Like the Eyrie Dynasties, this bot can ramp up its action potential aggressively.
Automated Alliance
The Automated Alliance is especially zealous and will revolt frequently. Keep in mind their potential targets so you avoid any unpleasant surprises. Once they do establish a foothold, timing is critical. Don’t let them consolidate their warriors or you’ll be in trouble!
Vagabot
The Vagabot makes for a capricious friend or foe. Like a human player, he will reward those who craft items. But be careful, he can make for a dangerous enemy once he gets enough items to boost his maximum hits.
Riverfolk Expansion
Two new factions and Vagabond variants bring new challenges to Root!
Riverfolk Company
The Riverfolk Company is open for business – the woodland may be at war, but there's no reason you can't make a profit! Establish trade posts and earn your victory!
Lizard Cult
Spread the scaly gospel of the Lizard Cult! Tend your gardens to radicalize new acolytes, and reveal the true extent of your proselytizing power!
New Vagabond Variants!
Three new Vagabonds skulk into the woodland to help you swindle your way to victory!
- The Scoundrel torches the woodland rather than see others rule it
- The Vagrant starts fights that others have to finish
- The Arbiter offers their services...for a price, of course!
New Challenges!
New single-player scenarios and tutorials help you learn the wily ways of the latest woodland warriors!
Hirelings & Landmarks
Need allies? Come row downstream! Discover unique strategies and make the Woodland wilder by adding hirelings. Best with fewer players, great with more!
Hirelings
Hirelings can be added to games at any player count. With fewer players, the hirelings add new pieces to the map, ramping up the tension and giving you more tactical options. With more players, some hireling cards will flip over to reveal new special abilities to gain, letting you explore unique and powerful strategies.
Includes 13 promoted and 13 demoted hirelings
Landmarks
Bring the Woodland to life with landmarks! Each landmark offers players new strategic challenges and tactical possibilities. Best of all, they work with each of Root's maps!
- Barter for anything you need at the Black Market.
- Find new friends and followers in the Lost City.
- Craft a masterwork at the Legendary Forge.
- Sit proud upon the grand throne in the Elder Treetop.
Achievements!
Earn 13 new Achievements to mark your mastery over the woodlands.
