Knights of the Square Table Gaming Podcast

The Knights are here with another Side Quest! This time they're reflecting on their time at Gen Con 2019! Discussing games like Catalyst, Villainous, Queen Bee, Funkoverse & Terror Below! Also, we officially have a website: KSTgaming.ca   Be sure to follow us on the socials: @KSTpod

Dun Duuh, dun duh. Duh duh da dun da dun duuuuuuuuhhhh! *ahem* Welcome to the Knights of the Square Table! In this episode we're examining the DNA of Dinosaur Island from Pandasaurus Games. Complete with an overview, review and a strategy breakdown! Be sure to leave us a review and follow us on social media! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter & Instagram:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/   Overview: 11:50 Review: 15:35 Strategy: 27:51

KST's first episode of Tavern Talk is live! This is a new series where we interview publishers, designers and other people in the world of board games. In this episode we had the chance to talk to Dan Letzring and Nicholas Yu from Letiman Games. They told us all about their experiences in the industry, using Kickstarter and their upcoming JRPG inspired game Adventure Tactics!   Check out our other episodes as well! Subscribe and leave us a review! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter & Instagram:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

We're back with another round of jousting! This time, Dan & Sam hit the table with Shards of Infinity from Stone Blade Entertainment. How will this Sci-Fi deck builder hold up in the arena? Let's find out!   Check out our other episodes as well! Subscribe and leave us a review! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/   Overview: 04:10 Review: 06:00 Strategy: 14:30

On this episode the Knights review the mobile deck builder Night of Full Moon by Dida Studio.   Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/   Overview: 11:20 Review: 14:55 Strategy: 21:53

The Knights are back at the table with a review & strategy breakdown of Blood Rage by Eric Lang, from CMON Games. We listened to your feedback and we've returned with a more refined take on our main episodes! See below for the time stamps if you want to skip ahead! Be sure to leave us a review and follow us on social media! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/ Overview: 13:50 Review: 17:10 Strategy: 28:10

Hello fellow Knights! We're back with the next round of Jousting! This time it's Marc and Dan in the arena as they do battle in Ashes: Rise of the Phoenixborn! Who will emerge victorious? What strategies will they have for you to take away? Is Marc a true Pigeonborn? Listen and find out! Check out our other episodes as well! Subscribe and leave us a review! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

The Knights are grinding for more XP with a Sidequest on Replayability in games! What is it? Where does it come from? Why is it not a word? Tune in to find out! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: Importance of Accomplishment Blog Posting https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

The Knights are here with another Side Quest! This time they're reflecting on their time at Breakout Con 2019! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

The Knights are back at the table with a review of Orléans by Reiner Stockhausen, from TMG Games. This episode is the first for the Knights to put a game's S.T.U.F. to the test! Strategy & Mechanics, Theme, User Interface & Components, Fun & replayability. Will Orléans earn a spot at the table and remain on the shelf? Be sure to leave us a review and follow us on social media! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/  

Hello fellow Knights! We're back with the next round of Jousting! A special round in fact as this one is a preview for Thrive by Martin Grider and published by Adam's Apple Games. Thrive is live on Kickstarter right now! Listen to what we think of the game and if you like how it sounds, check it out on Kickstarter! You can also find out more about the games here: https://adamsapplegames.com/thrive/ Check out our other episodes as well! Subscribe and leave us a review! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Welcome back! In this episode the Knights are on the road to strategic victories in Tokaido! As always be sure to subscribe and give us a review. It helps us understand what you like about the podcast! And don't forget to follow us and check out our blog! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

It's that special time of year...maybe? Valentines Day 2019 is upon us and the Knights have been tasked with a Side Quest: our Top Date Games! Looking for a game to play with your other half? Or maybe you need to pass the time with someone else that share your disdain for Valentines Day. Regardless, this is the episode for you! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Round 3 or Jousting is in session! In this episode, Sam and Aaron forge some key points on the unique gaming experience KeyForge: Call of the Archons! Is this game worth the price of admission?  Listen in and find out!   Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

This is it! The first recording of 2019 is here! The knights are breaking down strategy for the hit tile laying game Azul. As always be sure to subscribe and give us a review. It helps us understand what you like about the podcast! And don't forget to follow us and check out our blog! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Happy New Year fellow Knights! It's a weird way to start off 2019, but before we stray to far here's an episode that was recorded yesteryear!  In this Side Quest, the Knights discuss the infamous Hype Train in tabletop and video games. Does it exist equally in both? Is hype a good thing? Where does it come from?   As always be sure to subscribe and give us a review. It helps us understand what you like about the podcast! And don't forget to follow us and check out our blog! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Hello fellow Knights! Still need some ideas for last minute gifts? Well you're in luck! This last minute Holiday Special will give you the info you need! Sam & Aaron give their top 3 board game gift ideas under $25 Canadian ($18.65 USD). The Knights would also like to thank all our listeners for all their support! As our first year as podcasters comes to an end, it's fun to look back on what a crazy ride it's been. We're looking forward to bringing you even more content in 2019! Happy gaming!  - The Knights of the Square Table   Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Round 2 of KST's Jousting is in session! For this match, Sam & Aaron try their hands in Uwe Rosenberg's Patchwork! Who will thread the needle that brings victory? Will there be an unexpected contender? Listen and find out! Is there a game you'd like us to feature in this new series? Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

The Knights are back to talk about deck building, werewolves and...McDoubles? Also, we review Tokaido! Is it a game worth picking up for the holidays? Listen and find out! Also, check out our Blog! In this episode we call out an article on the playlists we use while gaming! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Welcome to our very fist Jousting episode! A new series focussed on 2 player games! 2 players enter the arena to blast through a couple rounds of a game, then they blast through a run down, review and strategies they found while playing. In our first episode, Sam & Aaron battle it out in Hanamikoji! Who will come out on top? Listen and find out! Is there a game you'd like us to feature in this new series? Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Hello Knights! We're finally here with our review of Azul from Next Move Games. Do we like laying tiles? Will it be our next line of work? Find out in this week's episode! ALSO! Be sure to check out our blog: https://kstpodcast.wordpress.com/ And as always, get in touch with us with anything you'd like us to talk about: Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Another Side Quest is here! On this episode we discuss the meta within playgroups! What is it? How is it made? How does it change & how is it made? Sorry, Picnicface reference. How does your playgroup's meta affect how your favourite games? Let us know! Also check out our new blog! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Blog: kstpodcast.wordpress.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/  

It's been a while, but the Knights are back with an episode on strategies for the board game classic: Power Grid by Rio Grande Games. If you haven't already, check out our review of Power Grid in Episode 9. Like the podcast? Subscribe and let us know with a review! What strategies work for you?  Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

In the first episode of our new format, we review the Rio Grande Games classic: Power Grid! Going forward, we'll splitting the larger episodes into 2 parts: Review & Strategy. Have you played Power Grid? What do you think of the game? Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

On this episode, the Knights share their thoughts on E3 2018 and give their top 3 picks for Video Games that are like table top games.   Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

It's late, but episode 7 is here! After so many games filled with tears, joy and most important RAGE, the Knights discuss Rising Sun by Eric Lang and CMON. Is the hype real? Do the knights like it? Is Bonsai the best clan ever? Listen and find out! Have a game or topic you want us to cover! Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

For Episode 6, the Knights share their thoughts on digital iterations of board games. Are they good? Will they ever replace their physical counterparts? Do they make solo variants obsolete? Will Sam still have friends after saying "waifu"more than once? Listen and find out!   What do you think of digital board games and solo variants? Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/   Games mentioned: Ascension, Tokaido, Splendor, Tanto Cuore, Scythe, Thunderstone, Race for the Galaxy, Kanzume Goddess

Welcome to Episode 5! In this episode we tackle the game that got us into the hobby: Dominion. What is possibly the most refined Deck-Building game, we break down the primary deck archetypes and deliver tips to improve your game. Do you like Dominion? Is there another game you'd like u to cover? Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/ Instagram: @KSTpodcast

In Episode 4 the Knights discuss Board Game Cafés! How are they made? Where do they come from and how are they made? Plus, our audio engineer Aaron finally has a voice!   What do you think of board game cafés? Let us know! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter:@KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/

Episode 3 is finally here! In this episode Dan, Marc & Sam will be tackling AEG's card-carfting hit: Mystic Vale. The knights will give you their thoughts on the game, break down some winning strategies and even offer up the house rules they've implemented.   Be sure to reach out to us with any comments or questions! Let us know if there's a game you'd like the Knights to break down! Email: kstpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @KSTpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSTpod/  

This episode the Knights take their first Side Quest. They will review some of the thoughts in the book Things We Think About Games by Will Hindmarch & Jeff Tidball. Specifically, how they fit in with serious gaming. One Knight will even explain how a certain passage changed his approach to gaming. Email us: kstpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @KSTpod

On their first episode the Knights will be taking a look at the hit board game: Scythe. Sam, Marc & Dan will provide an overview, review, as well as the strategies they've found effective in Scythe. Have any questions regarding Scythe strategies? Disagree with our tactics? Want us to help you win a game you love? Email us: kstpodcast@gmail.com Follow us: @KSTpod Overview: 0:08:35 Review: 0:12:00 Strategies: 0:25:00 Sorry ahead of time for the low volume! We had to make due with a poor recording location (Sam's Kitchen). We have plans to address this for future episodes.  

We are the Knights of the Square Table and this is our gaming podcast! A show dedicated to board games, the strategies used to win them and the culture surrounding it all. For our introductory episode we thought it would be a good idea to...introduce ourselves! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for future content! Let us know what you think: kstpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @KSTpod