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How do I collect a Defence Shield?+
Bring a Library Book, a Parchment Scroll and the depicted Dark Detector or D.A. Coin to a Defence Shield Space and exchange them. Collect two shields to win. Follow the item collection guide →
Link to this answer #Do both location requirements need to be occupied at once?+
Yes. Your pawns must occupy two of your three House Location Card areas at the same time to claim a Scroll. See the Scroll procedure →
Link to this answer #Can I hold two Library Books?+
No. You may hold one Library Book at a time, so you need another after spending the first on a shield. Read the Library rule →
Link to this answer #Is Defenders of Hogwarts a video game or an RPG?+
It is a physical board game. “Harry Potter Defenders RPG game” is wording used in online coverage; the official campaign presents it as a board game. Official description ↗
Link to this answer #Where can I check player count and play time?+
The publisher’s rulebook lists 2–5 players, about 90 minutes and ages 13+. In a two-player game, one player takes a House and the other takes Dark Arts. Return to the introduction →
Link to this answer #Does someone have to play Dark Arts?+
Yes. One player must take that role. Rulebook · p.8 ↗
Link to this answer #Who takes the first turn?+
The House Player left of Dark Arts starts; play continues clockwise. Rulebook · p.10 ↗
Link to this answer #What happens when I Replenish?+
House players discard any number, draw to five, revive and advance Dark Arts once. Dark Arts revives and draws to five without an optional discard. Read the Replenish guide →
Link to this answer #How does the Dark Arts player win?+
Collect all three Dark Arts Progress Tokens and gather the required one, two or three pawns at the assigned location simultaneously. Read the victory overview →
Link to this answer #Where is the setup diagram?+
Open the publisher’s diagrams directly. Our first-game checklist helps you work through them in order. Open setup references →
Link to this answer #Is the Kickstarter edition in English?+
Yes. The official FAQ describes the Kickstarter launch as English-only, with translated editions planned later. Official FAQ ↗
Link to this answer #Is the retail base game different?+
The official FAQ says the same base game reaches retail. Campaign tiers can include exclusive extras and different pricing. Edition comparison ↗
Link to this answer #Does an October estimate mean my copy has shipped?+
No. An estimated delivery month is not an individual dispatch confirmation. Check your order communication and the campaign’s updates. Campaign delivery estimates ↗
Link to this answer #Have you personally reviewed the game?+
No. This site provides source-based guides and clearly marked editorial advice. We do not publish a hands-on score. Read our editorial approach →
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