What is this game about? A beautifully illustrated tabletop RPG that lets you lead a company of heroes through the wilds of Middle-earth two decades after Bilbo’s adventures, balancing perilous journeys with the solace of the fellowship.
Game lineage & inspiration: Rooted in the wargaming traditions that birthed D&D and steeped in Tolkien’s narrative style, The One Ring 2E refines its unique phases of play into a seamless homage to The Hobbit™ and The Lord of the Rings™ .
What makes The One Ring RPG unique?
Journey & Fellowship phases: Alternate between arduous travel—tracking supplies, weather, and roles—and a Fellowship phase to rest, recover, and grow .
Feat & Success dice system: Innovative d12 “Feat” die (with Gandalf’s rune and the Eye of Sauron) plus d6 “Success” dice streamline action resolution and narrative tension .
Council & Loremaster guidance: Narrative-driven GM advice for managing magical treasure, the encroaching Shadow, and iconic Patrons like Gandalf and Bilbo.
Who will love it?
Fans of Tolkien’s richly detailed lore and epic questing
Groups seeking travel-centric adventures with mechanical weight behind each mile
Players who enjoy a balance of tactical risk and character-driven storytelling
Dice System
Core Mechanic: Custom Feat and Success dice system.
Dice Needed: d6, d12 (Recommended to use custom The One Ring dice; standard dice will work)
