…a host of the allies of Sauron that had long threatened the borders of King Brand crossed the River Carnen…

When Revealed: Make 1 copy of The Desolation of Smaug this stage’s active location.

Many settlements dot the shores of the Celduin River and its tributaries.

Response: After the players quest successfully at this stage, choose a main quest and heal 1 damage from it.

Forced: After The Riverlands is added to the victory display, each player in the game discards the ally they control with the highest printed cost.