2018Michael Fox (II), Rory O'Connor
- Videos
- 31
- Creators
- 23
2 - 4 players45 - 60 minMedium weight

2025Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar, Rory O'Connor, Aljaž Šikovec
Some how-to-play. Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 3 how-to-play guides, 2 recorded sessions, 2 unboxings, and 7 other videos.
From BoardGameGeek
“Northern Wind” is an immersive, tactical dungeon-crawl experience. It combines narrative-driven RPG elements with refined skirmish mechanics, plunging players into a grim struggle for the fate of an empire. Face a devouring, profane evil with a band of courageous-but unlucky-heroes as you ascend the blighted slopes of Mt. Byd. Every choice you make shapes the story across multiple branching storylines. Gameplay Overview Designed for 1–4 players, Northern Wind delivers a cooperative experience that balances strategy, story, and atmosphere. Players form a party of four heroes, each with unique skills and backgrounds, and progress through three interconnected storylines, each containing 13–20 quests. An optional game master can guide the narrative and control opposing forces. Accessible but Deep Built as an ideal entry point into tactical dungeon-crawlers, Northern Wind offers a rich mix of exploration, lore, and fast-paced combat. Its tile-based movement system maintains the tactical flexibility of the core skirmish game. Cross-Compatible Systems The game shares mechanics and miniatures with the Eldfall Chronicles skirmish system. This full cross-compatibility allows players to move easily between the competitive wargame and cooperative dungeon-crawl experiences using the same models and familiar rules. Key Features - 1-4 players plus an optional game master - Deep, cooperative gameplay with RPG progression and branching storylines. - Fast, tactical combat with tile-based movement. - Solo, cooperative, and PvP play options. - Unparalleled-quality Unicool Hard Plastic miniatures for exceptional detail and durability. - Dozens of quests, unique challenges, and extensive replayability. “Northern Wind” offers a cohesive blend of narrative depth, tactical combat, and world-building - a challenging and rewarding experience for both newcomers and seasoned Eldfall players.
Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind has 14 videos from 4 creators: 3 how-to-play guides, 2 playthroughs, 2 unboxings and 7 other videos. They date from 2023 to July 2026.
To learn the rules, start with "Full Demo Quest Playthrough - Eldfall Chronicles: Northern Wind Gameplay" by Eldfall Chronicles, which runs 56 min. For a quicker teach, "Assembling Miniatures - Northern Wind Core Box" by Eldfall Chronicles runs 14 min.
To see it played, watch "Eldfall Chronicles - Lets Play Northern Wind Quest 3 "Breaking the Barrier"" by Solo Gamer Clay TN, one of 2 playthroughs.
If you like it, try Eldfall Chronicles and Eldfall Chronicles: Apocrypha, also by Tjaša Gaber, or Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr and Rory's Story Cubes: Score, also by Rory O'Connor.
2018Michael Fox (II), Rory O'Connor
2 - 4 players45 - 60 minMedium weight
2023Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar
1 - 4 players30 - 120 minHeavy weight
2027Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar, Filip Maslo, Samo Planinc
1 - 4 players60 - 3600 min
From BoardGameGeek:
“Northern Wind” is an immersive, tactical dungeon-crawl experience. It combines narrative-driven RPG elements with refined skirmish mechanics, plunging players into a grim struggle for the fate of an empire. Face a devouring, profane evil with a band of courageous-but unlucky-heroes as you ascend the blighted slopes of Mt. Byd. Every choice you make shapes the story across multiple branching storylines. Gameplay Overview Designed for 1–4 players, Northern Wind delivers a cooperative experience that balances strategy, story, and atmosphere. Players form a party of four heroes, each with unique skills and backgrounds, and progress through three interconnected storylines, each containing 13–20 quests. An optional game master can guide the narrative and control opposing forces. Accessible but Deep Built as an ideal entry point into tactical dungeon-crawlers, Northern Wind offers a rich mix of exploration, lore, and fast-paced combat. Its tile-based movement system maintains the tactical flexibility of the core skirmish game. Cross-Compatible Systems The game shares mechanics and miniatures with the Eldfall Chronicles skirmish system. This full cross-compatibility allows players to move easily between the competitive wargame and cooperative dungeon-crawl experiences using the same models and familiar rules. Key Features - 1-4 players plus an optional game master - Deep, cooperative gameplay with RPG progression and branching storylines. - Fast, tactical combat with tile-based movement. - Solo, cooperative, and PvP play options. - Unparalleled-quality Unicool Hard Plastic miniatures for exceptional detail and durability. - Dozens of quests, unique challenges, and extensive replayability. “Northern Wind” offers a cohesive blend of narrative depth, tactical combat, and world-building - a challenging and rewarding experience for both newcomers and seasoned Eldfall players.
Designers
Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar, Rory O'Connor, Aljaž Šikovec
Artists
Tjaša Gaber, Žiga Gantar
Publisher
Freecompany d.o.o.
Categories
Mechanics