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Words With Owen K.C. Stephens Part 1&2

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Mar 022015

It’s the season for RPG Superstar and I managed to borrow some of Owen K.C. Stephens time fo ran interview.

I broke it into two parts, Bio and RPG Superstar/writing tips. I was going to break into a third part but that would have made it a little awkward. Any way here is what we talked about

The first 6 minutes of my interview with Owen discusses his history. His humble beginnings at Wizards of the Coast and his journey to Paizo.

In this next portion of the interview we discuss RPG Superstar and writing. Looking back I can see how closely related the writing is to RPG Superstar – on your first listen it might seem like we get distracted. The reality of it is that writing is really the essence of RPG Superstar. I hope you enjoy it.

I apologize for my user error. I made myself the presenter and I omitted Owen from the camera. But you have to thank him anyway, he saved you by giving me some of his favorite photos for a slide show saving your eyes from face.

RPG Superstar round four just ended and the finalists will be announced tonight. If you haven’t taken part in the contest it’s not too late to join the community. I’ve been gaming a long time and I have to say it’s one of the best communities to be involved in.

Top 16 Finalists Announced for Rpg Superstar 2015 Game Designer Competition

Through Gamer Goggles Season 4 Kickstarter Project Now Live

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Mar 012015

Last year I had the chance to go to Gen Con because of all of you who believe I’m doing the community a service. If you want to look back to Gen Con 2014 You can visit the Gen Con 2o14 coverage page.

Here is my video on the project.

This year some of my sponsors have convinced me to think about the whole year as opposed to just Gen Con.

I have a lot of things planned for us and he promo pledge level is pretty sweet. Well at least I think so who doesn’t want promos for Mage Wars, a set of Disc Duelers cards, Zpocalypse Cards, trial subscription to Adventure a Week and another trial to Syrinscape

Some of the more exciting ideas are themed weeks, with daily content on some of your favorite games. I’m also looking froward to improving video content and attending more conventions to bring you reports.

Please check out the project and follow me on Facebook, and Twitter.

Flip Through Lost Treasure

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Feb 272015

In this Flip Though Matt takes a look at Lost Treasure. Paizo has created a book that reinforces the Pathfinder story line by give more locations flavor and giving GM’s the idea to do the same.

I’m sure there will be countless adventures around some of these in my house.

Extra Extra! From Mayfair in Late March

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Feb 262015

Extra Extra!

A game by Andrew Bond

For 2-5 players, 90-150 minutes, ages 12 and up

Game type: Worker placement, bidding

INTRODUCTION

Stop the presses! Stories are coming in from around the world, but you have a limited amount of money, a few reporters, and a race against all the other newspapers to get your publication out first!

Stories require writing and photos, but advertising, headlines, interviews and features will all help boost your attention and your reputation!

Players place their reporters to claim stories, fit their stories into their paper’s layout, and get money from advertising or extra stories. Other reporters can bump yours if they have more money, so keeping a few dollars around will be helpful. Your newspaper has a specialty, so stories that match your readership will earn you more points. If you’re the first to press, you’ll score more points, but the best stories and the most complete newspaper will be the winner!

COMPONENTS

1 three panel double sided mounted board

94 Story tiles

54 Article cards

54 Photo cards

60 Feature cards

40 Coins/money

14 Morgue Photo Tiles

14 Morgue Article Tiles

6 double sided player boards

30 Player pieces – (5 each for 6 players)

Bonus Tokens

Gone to Press Bonus Tokens

Money

Rulebook

MFG4135 Extra Extra™ $65.00

For 2-6 Players

Ages 12+

Playing Time 90 + minutes

UPC 0-29877-04135-0-06500

Case Pack 4

Designer: Andrew Bond

Art: Andrew Bond

Made in the USA

Dimensions 11.625” x 9.375” x 3.125”

Albion’s Legacy from Lynnvander Productions

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Feb 252015

Albion’s Legacy

$49.99

The game allows players to participate as one of their favorite Arthurian characters ranging from the legendary wizard Merlin, the famous Lady of the Lake, the brave Sir Lancelot and the great King Arthur himself. These heroes will champion all that is good in 90 minutes as players travel across the realms of Albion and face dangerous roaming threats, mythical beasts and deadly encounters.

Collect lore-enriched relics, artifacts, weapons and special awards under a heated deadline while solving some of the most famous historical and mythical chronicles of the Arthurian legend.

This game will challenge you, excite you, educate you and if you’re not careful it will take you down (your character that is…). Everything you need is provided at the gaming table, just bring your friends, your love of Arthurian lore (knowledge of Arthurian lore optional) and your thirst for adventure! Onward! The Kingdom needs you!

Albion’s Legacy is a cooperative adventure board game for 1-4 players.

Figure Forge 60 & 61 Loth the Spider Queen From Gale Force 9 Part 1 & 2

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Feb 242015

In the first Figure Fore Matt starts to battle the ever powerful Loth from GF9 for Dungeons and Dragons. He tackles her human form, a true feat for any man.

In pat two I assemble her Drider form. She isn’t as challenging as she looks. the hard part with this model is remembering where the legs go.

Maybe I’ll get around to a painting video on her, but don’t get your hopes up there are far better teachers out there for that than me.

Hordes: Legion of Everblight: All-in-One Army Box

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Feb 242015

Hordes: Legion of Everblight: All-in-One Army Box

$129.99

The quickest and easiest way to storm the battlefields of HORDES!

A perfect entry point for new players and an amazing value for seasoned vets looking to start a new faction, this All-in-One Army Box contains everything you need to quickly field a complete and competitive army suitable for every battlefield engagement—from casual games at home to organized leagues and tournaments. The conveniently sized rulebook containing the full core rules, along with the included strategy cards, will equip you with all you need to lead your army to victory!

New From Modiphius Dust Tactics Hardback

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Feb 242015

DUST Adventures (Hardback)

$54.99

Another Earth. A different 1947. The Second World War has raged for nearly a decade and its grip has spread to every continent on the planet. War has advanced swiftly and strangely in the Dust universe through the application of Alien VK technology – a limitless source of energy in its simplest form, and an unthinkable weapon in the wrong hands. Tanks have evolved into powerful combat walkers and rocket troops take to the skies. The latest laser cannons, phasers, and Tesla weapons rule the battlefield.

Matt on Sheriff of Nottingham

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Feb 232015

In this no quite a play through and not quite a review Matt talks about the best part of Sheriff of Nottingham (lying, bribing, and stretching the truth) while having some fun. Sheriff of Nottingham is a bluffing game for the whole family.

I look forward to posting a family play through in he future. Sherrriff of Nottingham is one of the few games where you can let your personality shine.

In March From MR. B Games Realm of Heroes

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Feb 232015

Realm of Heroes

$34.99 SRP

From the depths of the kingdom, armies are on the move and castles have been fortified … war is in the air. The General and the Heir, the Fiend and the Vizier, the Barbarian and the Dark One – all prepare to take the land by force. Only the bold shall survive and thrive in this Realm of Heroes!

Do you have what it takes to emerge victorious?

Realm of Heroes is a strategy game based in Western fantasy for 2-4 players in which you will build castles and recruit heroes to fight for your cause. Players not only move against each other, but also must deal with an evolving board that can derail the best laid plans. Using minimal luck, Realm of Heroes is a game ill which a player on top can find himself in a rapidly collapsing position.

2-4 players

Ages 14+

30+ minute play time

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