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Legends of Andor from Fantasy Flight Games

Nov 052012

Legends of Andor

Release Date: Nov 2012

$ 59.95

Legends of Andor is a cooperative adventure board game for two to four players, in which a band of heroes must work together to defend a fantasy realm from invading hordes. To secure Andor’s borders, the heroes will embark on dangerous quests in one of five unique scenarios. But as the clever game system keeps monsters on the march toward the castle, the players must balance their priorities carefully. Uncover epic tales of glory as you live the Legends of Andor.

Come check this and more out from Fantasy Flight Games and start saving the realm today.

Descent: Lair of the Wyrm Expansion from Fantasy Flight Games

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Nov 042012

Descent: Lair of the Wyrm Expansion

Release Date: Nov 2012

$ 34.95

Bring even more adventure to your Descent: Journeys in the Dark Second Edition campaigns with Lair of the Wyrm, an expansion that introduces new heroes, classes, monsters, quests, and more! Heroes can now discover secret rooms and investigate suspicious rumors, while the Overlord equips himself with deadly never-before-seen tricks as he fields a powerful new lieutenant. Dark secrets await within Valyndra’s lair. Do you have the courage to face the dreaded Wyrm Queen?

I know the original was great fun and fast for a easy RPG to play on a game night so this should be great to add more option to our games check it out at Fantasy Flight Games.

1775: Rebellion From Academy Games

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Nov 032012

1775: Rebellion

Release Date: Nov 2012

$ 65.00

1775 – Rebellion’ is the second game in the Birth of America series that began with the popular ‘1812 – The Invasion of Canada’. 2-4 players form teams representing the British and the Colonial rebels. Players control British Regulars, British Loyalists, German Hessian Mercenaries, American Regulars, American Patriots, Native Americans and the French in the epic American struggle for independence from the ‘tyranny’ of King George! TEAMWORK – Interactive play for team objectives and decisions. FUN – Easy rules with continual involvement by all players. EDUCATIONAL – Learn about this important chapter in American and British history. 1775 is the perfect introduction to tactical boardgames! 2-4 Players. 1-1.5 hours.

Check this one out and relive history and maybe even rewrite it a little at Academy Games don’t forget to check out their other games too.

Fantastiqa From Gryphon Games

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Oct 282012

Fantastiqa

Release Date: Nov 2012

$ 69.99

FANTASTIQA is a deck-building board game set in a fantastical landscape of dark forests, mist-shrouded highlands, and frozen wastes. As you and your foes journey around the board, you will subdue strange creatures and fulfill quests. Each creature you encounter has an ability and a vulnerability. Manipulating these, you can subdue and recruit new creatures. Each creature you recruit is added to your expanding deck of cards, making its special ability your own! By combining the powers of different creatures, you can fulfill quests to score victory points and claim other special rewards. Some of the creatures you encounter carry precious gems, which you can spend to purchase powerful artifacts or to summon mythical beasts to your aid. You begin with a handful of household items, but you will grow in power as you adventure and gather allies! The board changes every time you play, so prepare for a new, exciting adventure each time you enter the world of Fantastiqa! FANTASTIQA is easy to learn but challenging to master – a game for families and gamers alike. Additional simplified rules are included for beginners and younger children.

Check out this great new game from Gryphon Games and the many other products they have.

I just got into the whole Deck building type of games and can’t wait to try this one out for myself.

Thunderstone Advance: Root of Corruption From Alderac Entertainment

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Oct 192012

Thunderstone Advance: Root of Corruption

Coming Nov 2012

$ 39.99

Following on the heels of Thunderstone Advance: Caverns of Bane, Thunderstone emerges into the deepest trouble yet. The tunnels under the fortress at Cheah Dell are clear. The lost dwarven kingdom of Caligin is reclaimed. And the djinni lich, Mowtil, has been defeated, sealing the portal of black flame into Tala. The adventurers have collected three more Thunderstones, and Doom’s full plans are revealed. He has corrupted the heart of Tala, Dun Ordha. A monstrous army marches on the capital city, even as the final Thunderstone is revealed to be held by King Caelan himself. Can the adventurers race ahead of an army to save the city from a siege outside the walls and sickly corruption within? Root of Corruption, the second expansion to the “10-out-of-10” hit game (–Tom Vasel from Dice Tower), Thunderstone Advance, introduces new challenges and an all-new way to play: co-op! ·Features ruinous sin incarnates, vicious scavenger gnolls, and thrall summoners to bring back memorable foes. ·7 new heroes! 6 new monster groups! 15 new village cards! ·New board! This poster map board creates options for co-op play using existing cards and rules! ·Customer response! Redesigned Ambusher cards show AEG’s commitment to player demand. All Ambusher cards from Towers of Ruin and Caverns of Bane have been reprinted with updated graphics to increase visibility. Contents: Over 300 new cards, dividers, rulebook, and a poster map containing a board for a brand new co-op game, using existing Thunderstone rules! Players: 1-5 Ages: 12 & Up Playing Time: 45 minutes & Up.

If this is as good as the last one them Alderac Enterainment has another get game for us.

Box Breaking #50 Dungeon Command from Wizards of the Coast

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Oct 162012

Watch as Matt delves into Dungeon Command Goblins of Tyranny. He explores the tiles and crushed the monsters in this skirmish game.

Thanks for watching.

Castle Dash From 5th Street Games

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Oct 112012

Castle Dash

$ 25.00

Available now

Neighboring kingdoms have recently acquired lots of treasure. Naturally, this means you must lead your troops into battle to take it! How do you know there’s treasure to steal? Some of your soldiers were spying for you and got caught sending back news of the windfall. So it looks like you’ll have to rescue your soldiers, too… Be the first player to grab 3 coins from your rivals and you win the Castle Dash! Key Mechanics Worker Placement – Soldiers placed to battle and claim bonuses. Dice-Based Combat – Dice rolled to determine combat and cannon fire.

Get this now at 5th street games and play with your kids, mine can wait till it gets here

Conflict of Heroes: Awakening the Bear! From Academy Games

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Oct 102012

Conflict of Heroes: Awakening the Bear!

$ 80.00

Expected Release Date: Oct 2012

The year is 1941. Germany has defeated Poland, Denmark, Norway, and France with ease. Now the Führer desires more ‘Lebensraum’ and attacks the Soviet Union on June 22, 1941 under the code name Operation Barbarossa. He thinks the Soviets will fold like a house of cards. Their officer cadre had been massacred by Stalin, training was poor, and morale low. The Blitzkrieg catches the Soviets by surprise and they lose over 1.75 million men in the first two months alone. The Germans are unstoppable, their Panzers pushing to the very gates of Moscow. But the winter comes and the Soviets begin to counterattack. THE BEAR AWAKENS! Winner – ‘Origins Historical Boardgame of the Year’ Winner – ‘Charles S Robert Historical Boardgame of the Year’ Winner – ‘James F Dunnigan Design Elegance’ Winner – ‘Genius Award for best Historical Game’ The #1 Rated Wargame Series is finally available again! NEW – 3D map graphics, NEW – Counter Art, NEW – Firefights and Campaign Games! Fun – Quick simultaneous play allows players to interact without waiting. Simple – Teach new players how to play in under 5 minutes. Historically Accurate – Portrays realistic forces and tactics. Counters – Depict individual vehicles, tanks, guns, squads and more. Consistent – Each game in the series uses the same rule system. Awakening the Bear is the perfect introduction to tactical squad level war gaming!

Get this today at Academy Games and start developing your mind through play

Box Breaking 49 Mage Wars From Arcane Wonders

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Oct 092012

Have you Heard about Mage Wars? Well take a look inside the box with Matt as he explores the contents revealing the treasures inside.

Mage Wars has been under development for five years. Arcane Wonders took their time to get it right. You can learn more by following them on Facebook. If you want to to jump right in to the community visit the Mage Wars blog.

Guns of Galicia From Worthington Games

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Oct 092012

Guns of Galicia

$ 55.00

Goming Soon

Guns of Galicia (GoG) uses the same core rules as Guns of August (GoA) to simulate Corp-level fighting on the Eastern Front in WWI. Game mechanics compensate for players’ 20/20 hindsight to encourage historically accurate play that makes “sense” in game terms while avoiding a “straight jacket” of special rules to enforce irrational play. Players maneuver corps and divisions through 9-mile wide hexagons in turns that span three days each. Chit pull activation along with modest movement point allowances generates a highly interactive game. Scenarios included are the 1914 Galicia campaign, 1915 Tarnow campaign, and 1916 Brusilov campaign.

Learn more at Worthington Games and help rewrite history how you see fit

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