Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion · Board game rules
What is the correct scenario level for scenario 7 at +2?
Quick answer
The scenario level is calculated as the average character level divided by two (rounded up) plus 2 for Very Hard difficulty.
Details
The scenario level determines monster difficulty, trap damage, and rewards. The base (Normal) scenario level is the average character level divided by two, rounded up. For Very Hard difficulty, add +2 to this base level [p.29 — Scenario Level].
For example:
- If characters average level 5:
- Base level = 5/2 = 2.5 → 3 (rounded up)
- Very Hard level = 3 + 2 = 5
The rulebook provides a table (p.29) showing effects for scenario levels 0–7. If the calculated level exceeds 7, use the highest listed values (level 7) as a default, though the rules do not explicitly address levels beyond 7.
Watch out:
If the calculated scenario level exceeds the highest level in the table (7), the game does not specify exact adjustments. Players may need to extrapolate or consult the Rules Glossary for additional guidance.