Root: The Homeland Expansion

About this product

Three new factions. Two new maps. A Woodland transformed by fresh rivalries.

Expand Root with the Lilypad Diaspora, Twilight Council and Knaves of the Deepwood, each bringing a completely different approach to the struggle for control.

Explore new territories, master asymmetric faction abilities and discover fresh strategies in the ever-changing Woodland.

Expansion Only – Root base game required.

Product Description

Root: The Homeland Expansion brings new life to the Woodland with three distinctive factions, two additional maps and exciting new possibilities for the acclaimed asymmetric strategy board game.

As the struggle for power continues, new inhabitants emerge with their own ambitions, abilities and approaches to conflict. Whether you prefer peaceful integration, political influence or daring raids, each faction introduces fresh strategic decisions that change how players interact across the Woodland.

Meet the Three New Factions

Lilypad Diaspora – Peace or Militancy?

Scattered and suppressed for generations, the Lilypad Diaspora hopes to establish a lasting home in the Woodland. Build enclaves, introduce the new Frog suit and work towards peaceful integration to gain victory points. But peace can be fragile. Militant enclaves provide warriors and military strength while increasing the risk of confrontation. Balancing peaceful expansion with defensive aggression becomes essential to survival.

Twilight Council – Power Through Politics

Tired of endless warfare, the Twilight Council seeks to restore order through assemblies and political influence. Establish assemblies, gather Loyalists and govern clearings to limit enemy actions and strengthen your position. Rather than relying entirely on military force, the Council uses negotiation, governance and strategic positioning to influence the balance of power.

Knaves of the Deepwood – Raiders, Ransoms and Revelry

Deep within the forest, a mischievous band of outlaws raids rival factions and takes warriors prisoner. Lead three distinctive Captains, supported by Skunk warriors, to launch attacks, capture prisoners and earn acclaim. Each Captain has opportunities to act before needing to rest, creating a lively playstyle built around careful timing, daring moves and opportunistic rewards.

Explore Two New Woodland Maps

Take the conflict beyond familiar territory with the new Gorge and Marsh maps. The Gorge introduces distinctive bridges and forest boundaries that influence movement and positioning, while the Marsh features flooded paths and adaptable setup options that change the battlefield according to the number of players.

The expansion also introduces new landmarks, additional components and updated cards to create more possibilities when combining content from across the Root game system.

With three dramatically different factions and two new maps to explore, Root: The Homeland Expansion adds another layer of variety, player interaction and strategic depth to the Woodland.

Root Base Game Required

This expansion cannot be played on its own. Begin your Woodland adventure with Root: A Game of Woodland Might and Right Board Game.

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View the Root: The Homeland Expansion Learning to Play Guide (PDF)

Why You’ll Love It

• Three New Asymmetric Factions: Discover the Lilypad Diaspora, Twilight Council and Knaves of the Deepwood, each with unique abilities and strategies.
• Two New Maps: Explore the Gorge and Marsh, introducing different terrain features, movement possibilities and tactical challenges.
• Peace or Conflict: Balance peaceful integration and militant expansion with the Lilypad Diaspora's versatile enclave system.
• Political Influence: Use assemblies, Loyalists and governance to influence the Woodland as the Twilight Council.
• Daring Raids and Captures: Command the Knaves of the Deepwood, seize enemy warriors as prisoners and gain acclaim through clever positioning.
• New Frog Suit: Introduce additional cards and faction interactions through the Lilypad Diaspora's distinctive Frog suit.
• Additional Landmarks: Explore Foxburrow, Rabbittown and Mousehold, each introducing different effects to Woodland clearings.
• More Strategic Variety: Discover new faction combinations, tactical decisions and opportunities for player interaction.
• Updated Components: Includes updated cards and additional pieces designed to support compatibility with other Root content.

Quick Details

• Publisher: Leder Games
• Expansion Designer: Joshua Yearsley
• Original Game Designer: Cole Wehrle
• Artist: Kyle Ferrin
• Product Type: Asymmetric strategy board game expansion
• Players: 2–6 with the appropriate Root game setup
• Recommended Age: 10+ years
• Playing Time: Approximately 60–90 minutes
• New Factions: 3
• New Maps: 2 – Gorge and Marsh
• Theme: Woodland conflict, political influence and asymmetric strategy
• Base Game Required: Root

What's Included

• 3 New Faction Boards for the Lilypad Diaspora, Twilight Council and Knaves of the Deepwood
• 1 Double-Sided Map Board featuring the Gorge and Marsh maps
• Faction-Specific Wooden Warriors and Pieces
• New Frog Suit Cards and Other Faction Cards
• New Faction Tokens and Markers
• 3 New Landmarks – Foxburrow, Rabbittown and Mousehold
• Additional Battle Dice, Items and Ruins
• Advanced Setup Cards, Updated Cards and Reminder Markers
• Learning to Play Guide and Rules Reference

Good to Know

• Expansion Only: Root: The Homeland Expansion is not a standalone game. A copy of Root is required.
• Three Different Playstyles: Each new faction has its own rules, scoring approach and strategic strengths.
• Expanded Player Count: The publisher lists the expansion for 2–6 players when combined with Root.
• New Map Options: The Marsh and Gorge maps provide alternative settings for your Woodland battles.
• Faction Compatibility: The Vagabond cannot be included in a game using the Knaves of the Deepwood.
• Additional Root Content: The expansion includes updated cards and components for use with compatible Root products.
• Learning Resources: The included Learning to Play guide explains the new factions, maps, landmarks and important gameplay additions.