Legends Untold Illumination of Deepsorrow: How to Start Playing

By The Game Steward | Published: 2026-10-30

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to set up and start playing Legends Untold: The Illumination of Deepsorrow. This guide covers unboxing, player setup, and first-game tips for the Kickstarter edition.

Quick answer

Start by unboxing your Legends Untold: The Illumination of Deepsorrow Kickstarter pledge, sorting components by set, and then following the campaign setup rules for 1-4 players. The first game is best played with 2 players using the recommended starting scenario.

What’s in the Kickstarter Pledge

Your pledge bundle includes the Core Set, Potions & Preparations Set, Weeping Caves Upgrade Kit, Great Sewers Upgrade Kit, Novice Booster Sets 2 and 3, and more. The Core Set is required for all games; the expansions add variety and challenge.

Sort components by set first—this avoids confusion during setup. Keep the rulebook and player aids accessible; the Novice Booster Sets are designed for easier early games.

Player Count and First Game

Legends Untold supports 1-4 players, but the highest-rated plays (Board Game Geek average 9.17) often come from 2-player sessions. For your first game, use the recommended starting scenario from the Core Set rulebook—it introduces mechanics without overwhelming you.

Solo play works well with the included AI rules, but expect a longer learning curve. If you’re teaching others, start with 2 players and add more once everyone is comfortable.

Setup steps for your first game

Unbox and sort components: Open the box and separate all components by set: Core Set, Potions & Preparations, Weeping Caves Upgrade, Great Sewers Upgrade, and booster sets. Place rulebooks and player aids on top. Common mistake: mixing expansion components with the core set before reading the setup guide. Keep them separate until the scenario calls for them.
Choose your scenario and player count: For your first game, select the recommended starting scenario from the Core Set rulebook. Decide on 1-4 players; 2 players is ideal for learning. Solo players should use the AI rules from the core rulebook. Don’t start with the largest scenario—it adds complexity. The starting scenario is designed to teach mechanics step by step.
Set up the game board and tokens: Lay out the game board according to the scenario map. Place all tokens, cards, and dice as instructed. Each player chooses a character and takes the corresponding miniatures, cards, and player board. Check that all tokens are present by referencing the component list in the rulebook. Missing pieces can derail setup—contact support early if something is missing.
Review the turn structure: Read through one full turn example in the rulebook. The game uses an action-point system: players take turns spending points to move, attack, or interact. The AI rules for solo play are explained in a separate section. First-time players often forget that actions can be taken in any order. Write down the action-point limit for your character to avoid confusion mid-turn.
Play the first round slowly: Start the game and play the first round at a relaxed pace. Refer to the rulebook for any rule questions—don’t try to memorize everything. Use the player aids for quick reference. Don’t worry about winning the first game. Focus on understanding the flow: action selection, combat, and scenario objectives. Most players find the game clicks by the second round.

Product facts

Legends Untold: The Illumination of Deepsorrow New Content Pledge Bundle (Kickstarter Pre-Order Special): Published in 2023, the Kickstarter edition includes the Core Set plus multiple expansions and upgrade kits. You have everything needed for a complete experience out of the box, but sorting all the extra content takes time—plan 20-30 minutes for initial unboxing.
Legends Untold: The Illumination of Deepsorrow New Content Pledge Bundle (Kickstarter Pre-Order Special)