Getting Started
Everything you need to know to start playing Middle-earth.
Help & Advice
Here you will find a selection of articles offering advice on all aspects of the game.
But the most important piece of advice we can give you is to Read the Middle-earth Guide, which contains full rules for the game. The articles can help you with different aspects of game, but only the rules will tell you how to play.
Looking for older articles? Then check out out our wiki site, which has hundreds more to read!
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Then visit our Discord channel to ask our players for help!
Help With JOverseer
Where to find help and advice for using our gaming software.
Processing Rules and Procedures
Important information on how we run our games.
Selecting Nations
Great advice for new players on selecting nations.
Basic Advice
A list of simple things to do in your first few turns of Middle-earth.
Beginner’s Guide
Advice for new players on getting started in Middle-earth.
Player’s Companion
A look at how the game works, exploring the various orders that can be given to your characters.
Questions and Answers
Answers to commonly-asked questions about game mechanics.
Fourth Age Nation Design Basics
Great advice for designing Fourth Age nations.
Logistics for a Naval Invasion on a Distant Shore
Excellent practical advice on organising an assault by navy without wasting food.
Fourth Age Special Nation Abilities – A Commentary
Jermy Richman looks at Fourth Age SNAs that can seduce new players.
Agent Neutralisation
Clint Oldridge offers up advice on how to handle enemy agents.
Game Reports and Diaries
Interested in how other players approach the game? Then check out the many reports, diaries, and stories written by players about games they have played in!
