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Episode 583: Top Rated Open Drafting Games Episode release date is June 18, 2025   Show Notes   This week we are concluding our discussion of open drafting games. This episode we will be picking out games off the top Open Drafting Games, some games we missed and some we don't own.   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple   Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON   Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Living Forest Siege of Rundar, Game I could not remember The Guild of Merchant Explores Andy D&D 5.5 Japanese Setting In board game mechanics, open drafting is a specific type of drafting where players take turns selecting items (like cards, tiles, dice, or tokens) from a shared, visible pool of options. To touch on the key points again. Open Drafting and Market games will have a lot of overlap. Key Characteristics of Open Drafting: Shared Pool: There's a central display or common area where all the items available for selection are laid out. Visibility: All players can see all the available options in the pool at all times. This is the defining feature of "open" drafting. Turn-Based Selection: Players take turns choosing and taking one or more items from this shared pool. Once an item is taken, it's removed from the pool (or sometimes replaced immediately, depending on the game). Strategic Interaction: Because everyone can see what's available and what others are taking, open drafting encourages a high level of player interaction and strategic depth. Players aren't just thinking about what they need for their own strategy, but also: "Hate Drafting": Taking an item that might not be optimal for you, but is crucial for an opponent's strategy, thereby "denying" them that piece. This can be a friendly jab or a crucial tactical move. Anticipation: Trying to predict what other players will take on their turns based on their visible boards or strategies. Adapting: Adjusting your own plans if a key item you wanted is taken by an opponent. How it Differs from Other Drafting Types: The main contrast to open drafting is closed drafting (often called "pick-and-pass" or "hand drafting"): Closed Drafting: Players typically receive a hand of cards (or a set of items) and select one (or more) to keep, then pass the rest of their hand to the next player.  The key difference is that the pool of options available to the next player is unknown until they receive the new hand. Players don't see the full communal pool; they only see their current hand. Top Rated Open Drafting Games Dune: Imperium Dune: Imperium - Uprising Railways of the World Concordia Concordia Venus Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West Food Chain Magnate Everdell Lost Ruins of Arnak The Gallerist Clank! Clank! Legacy Clank! Catacombs Clank! In! Space! Dominion Legendary Encounters: An Alien Deck Building Game Wingspan Wyrmspan Harmonies Star Realms Lisboa Cascadia Endeavor: Age of Sail Endeavor: Deep Sea Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition Mage Knight: Board Game Space Base Tyrants of the Underdark Games not Mentioned Ark Nova Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization The Castles of Burgundy 7 Wonders Duel The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth Pax Pamir: Second Edition Anachrony Blood Rage Obsession Paladins of the West Kingdom Mechs vs Minions The White Castle Azul Revive Aeon's End El Grande Through the Ages: A Story of Civilization Splendor Duel Architect of the West Kingdom The Quest for El Dorado Lorenzo il Magnifico Mombasa Patchwork Trajan Wonderland's War Aeon's End: War Eternal ISS Vanguard Targi Res Arcana Alchemist Ticket to Ride: Europe The Isle of Cats Undaunted: Normandy Planet Unknown Kemet Jaipur Forest Shuffle Welcome To… Meadow Sagrada Star Wars: Deck Building Game Azul: Summer Pavilion

Hey now, and welcome to a special early release of The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast! The gang is on their way to Origins Game Fair, and we figured it'd be nice to give everyone something to listen to if you're driving to Columbus, Ohio today. In this episode, the Founders talk about the games they've been playing, including The Quest for El Dorado, Stupor Mundi, Earth, Heat: Pedal to the Metal, and Terraforming Mars with the Colonies and Prelude expansions. They also feature The Dark Quarter from Evan Derrick. Then, after Tony T delivers his always-arousing tabletop gaming news segment, the fellas take questions from listeners - covering topics like what makes a great game day, what they've learned from board games, and what a first-time convention attendee should expect. The Quest for El Dorado: 00:08:32, Stupor Mundi: 00:14:41, Earth: 00:22:58, Heat Pedal to the Metal: 00:31:56, Terraforming Mars: 00:39:12, The Dark Quarter: 00:53:09, News with Tony T: 01:26:59, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:10:03. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Hey now, and welcome to episode 322! Today, the gang kicks things off with a call to action for all you Cabalists -- we need your help coming up with ideas for The Best of The Cabal! Check out the Discord for all the details. Then it's on to all the games we've been playing lately, including The Breach, Unmatched Adventures, Last Light, A.D.E.L.E., and our feature review of Galactic Cruise. After that, Tony T delivers another incredible Tabletop Gaming News segment, and the gang wraps it all up by playing a live round of Insider right here on the show. The Breach: 00:06:32, Come Sail Away!: 00:16:02, Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze: 00:25:43, Last Light: 00:35:52, A.D.E.L.E.: 00:45:14, Galactic Cruise: 01:11:18, News with Tony T: 01:54:34, Insider: 02:55:30. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Episode 580: Meeple Nation May 2025 News - New Games, Announcements, & Crowdfunding! Release Date: May 28, 2025 Welcome to Episode 580 of Meeple Nation, The World's Okayest Podcast! This week, Nathan, Douglas, and Dave pull up a chair to the game table to dive into all the exciting news from the board gaming world for May 2025. We're covering a ton of ground, including: New Game Releases: Discover what's just hit the shelves and is ready for your game night! New Game Announcements: Get the scoop on upcoming titles that have the community buzzing. Crowdfunding Games: We'll highlight some intriguing projects currently seeking support on Kickstarter and Gamefound. In this episode, we chat about: Our Gaming Highlights: Nathan: Twilight Inscription Flip 7 Hadrian's Wall Douglas: Arkham Horror Dave: Dominion Hot New Releases: Marvel Champions: Silk Hero Pack Marvel Champions: Black Panther Hero Pack (Suri) Cyclades: Legendary Edition Parks Second Edition Knitting Circle Zombicide 2nd Ed: PariZ Marvel Zombies Marvel Zombies: X-Men Resistance Santorini: Pantheon Edition Toy Battle Tiny Turbo Cars Dragon Eclipse Pokemon Critter Kitchen Emerald Skull Exciting Announcements: Battle for Hoth (Command and Colors) Risk GI Joe: Special Missions Risk Legacy 7 Wonders Dice Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-Earth 7 Wonders Architects Slam Throne Pogs Sea Salt & Paper: Extra Pepper Lorcana: Reign of Jafar Grand Central Skyport Skyrise Cloud City The Anarchy Hadrian's Wall Dry Erase Board SETI: Space Agencies Mystery of the Abbey In the Footsteps of Darwin: Correspondence 7 Empires Crowdfunding Spotlight: Kickstarter: Flamecraft Duels Gamefound: Aeon's End: Beyond the Breach A huge shout-out to our amazing sponsors, Game Toppers and SaltCON! Whether you're a veteran gamer or just getting into the hobby, there's something for everyone in this action-packed episode. Join us for your essential dose of board game news and discussion! Connect with Meeple Nation: Website: Meeplenation.com SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast: SaltPOD Email: MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon: Meeple Nation Instagram: @meeplenation Facebook Page: Meeple Nation Facebook Group (Meeple Nation Off Air): Meeple Nation Off Air X (Twitter): @MeepleNation Discord: Meeple Nation YouTube: Meeple Nation Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform!

Hey Now Cabalists! The Founders are back at it again with another episode jam-packed with tabletop gaming mayhem! The gang kicks things off by talking about their plans for Origins and how they're using Chaz Marler's new website, GameNightPicks.com. Then it's on to the games they've been playing including Corps of Discovery, Tales of the Arthurian Knights, Galileo Galilei, House of Fado, Agemonia, and a feature review of the epic Cyclades Legendary Edition by Bruno Cathala and Ludovic Maublanc. Tony T delivers the best damn tabletop gaming news segment in all of podcasting followed by a juicy discussion about player interaction. Corps of Discovery: 00:05:25, Tales of the Arthurian Knights: 00:14:12, Galileo Galilei: 00:28:38, House of Fado: 00:35:56, Agemonia: 00:41:29, Cyclades Legendary Edition: 00:57:13, News with Tony T: 01:32:45, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:34:10. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Episode 579: Narrative Choice or Paragraph Games  Episode release date is May 21, 2025 Show Notes   Meeple Nation discusses several games that include the narrative or paragraph game mechanic. Come join us at the game table and find some new and amazing games.   Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple   Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Welcome to the Moon Douglas Clans of Caledonia From the Moon Andy Return to Dark Tower Zombicide White Death Narrative Choice and Paragraph Games. The Narrative Choice or Paragraph Games mechanic puts a strong emphasis on storytelling and player agency through making decisions that directly influence the narrative's progression. Instead of relying solely on traditional game mechanics like dice rolling or resource management to drive the plot, these games present players with textual descriptions, scenarios, and choices that lead to different outcomes and further narrative branches. Think of it like a "Choose Your Own Adventure" book integrated into a board game experience. Players often read paragraphs of text that describe a situation, and then they are presented with a set of choices. Each choice directs them to a different paragraph or section, unfolding the story in a unique way based on their decisions. Here's how the mechanic typically works: Narrative Presentation: The game presents story elements through text, often in the form of cards, books, or even app-based interfaces. These descriptions set the scene, introduce characters, and present challenges. Choice Points: At key moments in the narrative, players are given distinct options on how to proceed. These choices can range from dialogue options and actions to strategic decisions that have narrative consequences. Branching Narrative: Each choice leads to a different part of the story. This might involve reading a specific paragraph number, drawing a particular card, or triggering a new event within the app. The narrative unfolds non-linearly based on the collective decisions of the players. Consequences: The choices players make often have consequences that affect the ongoing narrative. This could involve changes in character relationships, the availability of future options, the acquisition of items, or even the overall outcome of the game. Emergent Storytelling: While the core narrative is pre-written, the combination of player choices leads to a unique emergent story for each playthrough. Different groups of players, or even the same group playing again, will likely experience the narrative in a different sequence and with different outcomes. Narrative Choice or Paragraph Games Scythe Chronicles of Drunagor Stars of Akarios Above and Below  Near and Far Star Wars: Outer Rim Star Wars: Outer Rim - Unfinished Business My Father's Work Folklore the Affliction Gloomhaven Frosthaven   Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated SeaFall Wingspan ISS Vanguard Bureau of Investigation: Investigations in Arkham & Elsewhere  Lost Ones Too Many Bones Tainted Grail Sleeping Gods The Witcher: Old World Vagrantsong Waste Knights Tamashii T.I.M.E. Stories Forgotten Waters The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – The Adventure Game Sea of Legends Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein  Oil Town Roll Player Adventures Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island Kingdom Death: Monster Maracaibo  This War of Mine The Witcher: Old World Legacy of Dragonholt Aftermath  Oltree Nathan   Andy Aeon Trespass: Odyssey Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure Game   Near and Far Folklore: The Affliction   The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – The Adventure Game   Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein Sea of Legends Oil Town Etherfields Dragon Quest  Sleeping Gods   Douglas Scythe Too Many Bones Tainted Grail Sleeping Gods Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies TIME Stories ISS Vanguard The Witcher: Old World Star Wars: Outer Rim Clank! Legacy Earthborn Rangers My Fathers Work Waste Knights Tamashii

Hey now Cabalists and welcome to episode 320 of The Secret Cabal! Origins Game Fair 2025 is nearly here and we're all fired up. If you're going to be there you got to join us for our meetup at the Whistle and Keg on June 20th. Then the gang gets into some of the games they've been playing including Praga Caput Regni, YRO, Obsession Upstairs Downstairs, Space Empires 4x, Biblios and a feature review of Septima from Mind Clash games! Then after Tony T hooks us up with his amazing new segment the Founders jump into another Short Topic Extravaganza. Praga Caput Regni: 00:04:44, YRO: 00:12:55, Obsession Upstairs, Downstairs: 00:21:14, Space Empires 4x: 00:31:33, Biblios: 00:42:28, Septima: 00:58:39, News with Tony T: 01:35:45, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:15:57. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Good morning and happy Wednesday, Cabalists! Today the gang kicks things off by spotlighting Erik the Cabalist's homebrew Runebound scenario, packed with Secret Cabal references. Then they dive into the games they've been playing, including Baseball Highlights 2045, Metal Gear Solid: The Board Game, Obsession, Explorers of Navoria, Trick Shot, and a featured review of Moon from Haakon Gaarder. After Tony T's award-winning news segment, the gang launches into a discussion about hooks in board gaming - the things that get us fired up to try new games. Baseball Highlights 2045: 00:05:37, Metal Gear Solid The Board Game: 00:14:09, Obsession: 00:26:08, Explorers of Navoria: 00:38:34, Trick Shot: 00:46:18, Moon: 00:58:56, News with Tony T: 01:27:20, The Hook: 02:21:09. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Hey now Cabalists and welcome to episode 318! Today don and Jamie lament how well are South County Brewing Company game night is growing and invite all the local caballos to join us. Then the gang dives into a bunch of games they've been playing including Rise and Fall, The Manhattan Project Energy Empire, Expeditions with Gears of Corruption, Massive Darkness 2 Hellscape, Tower Up and feature Beyond the Horizon by Dennis K. Chan. Then after Tony T gives us the best damn news program in the biz, we take some listener questions including how to plan games for a gaming weekend, how do we keep things fresh, and what are some great dad games. Rise and Fall: 00:05:42, The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire: 00:17:06, Expeditions : 00:22:04, Massive Darkness 2 Hellscape: 00:33:47, Tower Up: 00:39:17, Beyond the Horizon: 00:50:43, News with Tony T: 01:25:32, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:12:01. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Hey now and welcome, Cabalists! Today, Steve gives an awesome movie recommendation based on the popular social deduction game Werewolves of Miller's Hollow! Then we cruise right into some of the great games we've been playing, including Finspan, Guards of Atlantis II, On Mars, Teotihuacan, Bloodstones, and a feature review of Brass Birmingham from the great Martin Wallace. Then, after Tony T's world-famous news segment, the gang talks about what makes an enduring classic. Finspan: 00:05:36, Guards of Atlantis II: 00:14:44, On Mars: 00:24:02, Teotihuacan: 00:36:36, Bloodstones: 00:43:23, Brass Birmingham: 00:53:36, News with Tony T: 01:28:53, Enduring Classics: 02:14:51, Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Good morning and happy Friday Cabalists! Sorry the episodes late but Jamie has been sick as a dog all week long but the show is finally here. Today we dive into a bunch of games we've been playing including Chaosmos, QE, Box One, Revive, Tower Up presented by Dan King the Game Boy Geek and feature Evertstone Discovering Ignis from Sam McDavitt. Then after Tony T's world renown new segment we host another Short Topic Extravaganza with questions including how long is too long? How much does theme matter? And how the hell do you use BoardGameGeek? Chaosmos: 00:05:08, QE: 00:14:52, Box One: 00:22:52, Revive: 00:27:28, Tower Up with Dan King the Game Boy Geek: 00:40:42, Everstone Discovering Ignis: 00:55:31, News with Tony T: 01:27:05, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:31:43, Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/ and don't forget to use the promo code SECRETSETI at checkout. And please support our great friend Dan King the Game Boy Geek on Kickstarter today! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gameboygeek/game-boy-geek-season-13-2025

Hey now Cabalists! Today the game kicks off the show by moaning and complaining about all their problems but get right into the gaming with Ostia Pirates Expansion, Forest Shuffle, Ticket to Ride, Fled, Rebirth, and a feature review of Freedom Five A Sentinels Comics Board Game. Then Stevie S takes over for Tony T to give you all of the most important news from around the tabletop community. Then the Founders finish off the show with a discussion about mastering board games. Ostia Pirates Expansion: 00:04:15, Forest Shuffle: 00:10:51, Ticket to Ride: 00:19:49, Fled: 00:26:47, Rebirth: 00:32:23, Freedom Five: 01:16:32, News with Stevie S: 01:34:19, Mastering A Game Discussion: 02:11:50, Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/ and don't forget to use the promo code SECRETSETI at checkout.

The episode starts off with a bang as Steve talks about his experience eating at PornHub and Chris scolds Tony for forcing him to buy a Squatty Potty. We then unfortunately move on to the board games we've been playing including River of Gold, Chu Han, Andromeda's Edge, Creature Caravan, Cthulhu Death May Die Fear of the Unknown, and feature Atlantis Exodus, a new one coming down the pike from Capstone games! Then Tony T gives you the best damn table top gaming News segment in the history of tabletop gaming news segments. And finally, the gang takes questions from the listeners with topics including what are the current go-to gateway Games? How do you guys make all those noises at the beginning of the extravaganza? And what are your irrational biases? Atlantis Exodus Review 01:04:03, News with Tony T 01:34:19, Short Topic Extravaganza 02:34:15. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/ and don't forget to use the promo code SECRETSETI at checkout.

2:38 ***Introducing Scott Walton of Level Up Board Game Podcast***  https://www.levelupgamepodcast.com/   13:013 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Tokaido changes hands   23:14 ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers 4.5  on Kickstarter   26:44 ***What game is behind the door***  Interrogating our guest in a game show fashion to see the games they love   1:01:08 ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders    1:03:35 ***The Babble***   Reflecting of the Essen Spiel 2024  

When is it time to cull or get rid of a games or keep in a collection? 2:50 ***What's up in Babblot***  Grapes and gardens Essen spiel upcoming Outdoor kitchen   10:06 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  CMON revenue drop   18:44 ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders    21:31 ***New games***  Interrogating our guest in a game show fashion to see the games they love   36:30 ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers 4.5  on Kickstarter   39:40 ***The Babble***   To cull or not to cull  

In our 263rd episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about what we've been playing most recently and what we expect at Essen Game Fair. We also interview Queen City Crokinole and talking about some of the exciting tournaments that will take place at TantrumCon. Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers

In our 262nd episode, the Tantrum House crew discuss four questions about board game etiquette as Ryan wonders if he is the problem. Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers

Tabletop miniatures. We don't talk about them but we may playing them. Babbling with us it tabletop expert Jay Shelanskey 2:50 ***GenCon Babble***  8:00 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Atomic mass let go of Star Wars X-wing, Armada, Legion 17:17 ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers 4.5  on Kickstarter 21:31 ***What Game Is Behind The Door***  Interrogating our guest in a game show fashion to see the games they love 55:33 ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular Super Kawaii Pets 57:57 ***The Babble***   Babbling about miniature games --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://youtube.com/live/gVeKSO1ZnNE   Games mentioned:   World Wonders, Foundations of Rome, Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game, Star Wars: Armada, Star Wars: Legion, Ghostbusters: The Board Game, Thunder Road: Vendetta, This Game Is KILLER, Warhammer 40,000, Magic: The Gathering, Shadows of Brimstone, Gaslands: Post-Apocalyptic Vehicular Combat, Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team, Blood Bowl, Marvel: Crisis Protocol,  

In our 260th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about what they are looking forward to at GenCon 2024. Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers

Here is another Bitesize podcast from your blabbering duo in Babblot. Counting down their picks of the top 5 Evergreen titles from 2000 to 2010. Is there any game you feel should be on our radar? Feel free to add in the comments the games that you deem as Evergreen Watch the livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/TovrLGzWYLY ---------------------------------------  Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248)   Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.    Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)    Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger  

2:06 ***What has happened in Babblot***    11:21 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Woods into Culling and giveaways   20:05 ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge   24:18 ***The Good, Not So Bad & The Ugly***  First impressions of games that we have played for the first time   1:02:56  ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular Super Kawaii Pets   1:05:26 ***The Babble***   Babbling about the UK Gaming Expo ---------------------------------------   And watch the live stream of the show here: https://youtube.com/live/PKhAwU75dp8 Watch our live playthrough with Paul Grogon of The War Of The Ring: The Card Game https://www.youtube.com/live/09-AfM7u-Kk?si=qI6OBSpU-54fel2O   Games mentioned:   World Wonders, HeroQuest, War of the Ring: The Card Game, Dungeon Petz, Air, Land & Sea, Sea Salt & Paper, Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Super Kawaii Pets, World Wonders: MUNDO, Quoridor Pac-Man, Star Trek: Captain's Chair, Draft & Write Records,  They Live, Forest Shuffle  

In our 257th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about what we expect from the upcoming Origins Game Fair.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, The Pirate Republic: Africa Gambit Tantrum House Podcast E.257: "Origins Game Fair"File Size: 19690 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 257th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about what we expect from the upcoming Origins Game Fair.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, The Pirate Republic: Africa Gambit Tantrum House Podcast E.257: "Origins Game Fair"File Size: 19690 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 256th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about games coming to crowdfunding platforms and what is a real rondel game.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers [...]

In our 256th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about games coming to crowdfunding platforms and what is a real rondel game.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, The Game Steward, Game Toppers [...]

2:40 Introducing Richard Denning   5:56 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Gama Trade show changing date   17:55 ***Small talk with Richard ***   26:45 ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge   30:05 ***What Game Is Behind The Door***  Interrogating our guest in a game show fashion to see the games they love   59:22  ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular World Wonders Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five,  1:01:38 ***The Babble***   Behind the scenes of the UK Gaming Expo --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://youtube.com/live/anL7bsVlCBA Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.  Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)  Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger Games mentioned: World Wonders, Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five: A Sentinel Comics Board Game, Septima,  Doggerland, Ticket to Ride Legacy, Terminus, Sky Team,

5:35 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  2023 games sales slightly down! 18:45  ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular World Wonders Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five,  22:18 ***The Good, The Not So Bad & The Ugly***  Our first impressions of new games for us 46:56 ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge 50:50 ***The Babble***   We are going to talk about designers, what they do, what they could do and who do we keep an eye on --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://youtube.com/live/tHbyb9rmkIo -------------------------------------- Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/) and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/) Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger Games mentioned: World Wonders, Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five: A Sentinel Comics Board Game, The White Castle, Foundations of Metropolis, Nova Roma, Core Worlds, Lorenzo Silva, Richard Launius, Alexander Pfister, Eric M. Lang, Frédéric Henry, Uwe Rosenberg, Hjalmar Hach, Stefan Feld, Vlaada Chvátil, Bruno Cathala, Zany Penguins, Yamataï, Shadows over Camelot, Sea Salt & Paper, Queenz: To Bee or Not to Bee, Nicodemus, Mr. Jack, Kingdomino, Jurassic Snack, Mission: Red Planet, Jamaica, Five Tribes: The Djinns of Naqala, Dr. Shark, Cyclades: Titans, Conan, Cleopatra and the Society of Architects, Abyss, Ticket to Ride, Firefly: Shiny Dice, Through the Ages: A Story of Civilization, Space Alert, Pictomania, Mage Knight Board Game, Galaxy Trucker, Dungeon Petz: Dark Alleys, Dungeon Lords, Codenames, Bruges, Merlin, Bora Bora, Trajan, Arkham Horror, Elder Sign, Defenders of the Realm, Mombasa, Port Royal, Oh My Goods!, Broom Service, Isle of Skye: From Chieftain to King, Great Western Trail, Maracaibo, Boonlake, Quarriors!, A Game of Thrones: The Card Game, Blood Rage, The Godfather: Corleone's Empire, Cthulhu: Death May Die, Rising Sun, Arcane Academy, Ankh: Gods of Egypt, Timeline, Conan, Cardline: Animals, The Builders: Middle Ages, The Builders: Antiquity, Batman: Gotham City Chronicles, The Adventurers: The Temple of Chac, The Adventurers: The Pyramid of Horus, Asteroyds,

Here is another Bitesize podcast from your blabbering duo in Babblot. Time is catching up with us so we will reveal to you our most played and loved games that were published in the year 2019 for the second time. Did we miss again? Feel free to add in the comments the games that you deem as Evergreen ---------------------------------------  Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.  Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)  Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger  

7:10 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Cmon going to Gamefound 15:50 ***The Good, The Not So Bad & The Ugly***  Our first impressions of new games for us 45:05  ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular World Wonders Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five,   47:30 ***The Babble***   We are going to talk about characteristics of a good publisher and let you in on our favourite publishers and why we like them and the games they make. 1:38:30 ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge

5:04 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Predictions for 2024 D&D 50th anniversary 16:08  ***Sponsor break*** Arcane Wonders with their spectacular World Wonders Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five,  19:20 ***The Good, The Not So Bad & The Ugly***  Our first impressions of new games for us  42:30 ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge 39:57 ***The Babble***    Legacy and campaigns games What is the difference between the two? Do we like them? Do we think more games should have this feature? Is this a Kickstarter add on or  main design element? What do you like about them? What don't you like about them? Do you like that they add complexity as they go? Are they really replayable?   Games mentioned: World Wonders, The 7th Citadel, Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Malhya: Land Of Legends, Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Disney Lorcana, Evergreen,  Undaunted: Normandy, Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West, Risk Legacy, Pandemic Legacy, Heroquest, Batman: Gotham City Chronicles, The 7th Continent, Dead Reckoning, The Crew, Viticulture, Zombie Kidz Evolution, Seafall, Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – The Adventure Game, Descent: Journeys in the Dark, Divinus, ---------------------------------------  Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248)   Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.    Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)    Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger  

Here is another Bitesize podcast from your blabbering duo in Babblot. Time is catching up with us so we will reveal to you our most played and loved games that were published in the year 2016 for the second time with a special guest. Did we miss again? Feel free to add in the comments the games that you deem as Evergreen   Spoilers: below are bellow all the other information ---------------------------------------  Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.  Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)  Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger   Burky -  The Godfather: Corleone's Empire, Azul, Sagrada Ethnos, Merlin, Cold Water Crown,  Badger - The 7th Continent, Outlive, Photosynthesis , The Quest for El Dorado , Décrocher la Lune , Dragon Castle

Here is another Bitesize podcast from your blabbering duo in Babblot. Time is catching up with us so we will reveal to you our most played and loved games that were published in the year 2016 for the second time with a special guest. Did we miss again? Feel free to add in the comments the games that you deem as Evergreen   Spoilers: below are bellow all the other information ---------------------------------------  Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.  Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)  Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger   Burky -  Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure, Great Western Trail, Feast for Odin Star Wars: Rebellion, Star trek Ascendancy, Roll Player Badger - Cottage Garden, Ice Cool, Lumens, Tales & Games: The Pied Piper, Jolly & Roger, Mansions of Madness: Second Edition Josiah - Terraforming Mars, Blood Bowl, Welcome Back to the Dungeon  

4:58 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  New game company set up called Play Z games  Delays on the way as ships attacked in red sea   16:30  ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  will be delivered soon. Don't delay on the late pledge   21:30 ***The Good, The Not So Bad & The Ugly***  Our first impressions of new games for us     39:57 ***The Babble***   2023 musings 2023 recap How would you describe 2023? Which news item has been the most interesting this year? What were you looking forward to in 2023? What was your favourite convention this year and why? What was your best gaming convention experience in 2023? What was your greatest disappointment in gaming in 2023? What is something that you didn't think you'd do this year? What did you want to get done this year? What was your favourite game/s released in 2023? What game got played the most in 2023? What are you looking forward to in 2024? What are your Goals for 2024?   1:23:38 ***Sponsor break***  Arcane Wonders with their spectacular World Wonders Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five,  --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezIB_-eGzNg   Games mentioned: World Wonders, Baseball Highlights 2045, The 7th Citadel, Divinus, Knarr, Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Castles of Burgundy special edition, Distilled, Kids Chronicles: The Old Oak Prophecy, Apiary, Heroscape, Malhya: Land Of Legends, Rise & Fall, Survive, Escape From Atlantis, Andromeda's Edge, Bretwalda, Planet Unknown Supermoon, City of Zombies; Zombicide, Zombie Kidz Evolution, OrcQuest Warpath, Age of Wonders: Planetfall, Foundations of Rome; Freedom Five, Splendor, Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/burkyandbadger/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/burkyandbadger/) or our guild on Board Game Geek (https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/2248) Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support.  Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)  Join the livestream and chat with us #boardgames #bggcommunity #burkyandbadger  

2:15 ***What's been going on in Babblot***  Games coming with sound track The 7th Citadel Divinus The Shatter Obelisk 5:00  ***Sponsor break***   Game Toppers 4.0  Kickstarter is a Gooooo 19:34 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Haba going into bankruptcy 11:27 ***The Good, The Not So Bad & The Ugly***  Our first impressions of new games for us 43:05 ***Sponsor break***  Arcane Wonders with their new World Wonders and Kickstarter - Call of Duty  45:45 ***The Babble***   Badger reminisces about the Essen Spiel 2023 --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34NCJwuG474 Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/) Join the livestream and chat with us  Games mentioned: Call of Duty, World Wonders, Baseball Highlights 2045, The 7th Citadel, Divinus, Thunder Road: Vendetta, Noah,  Agents of SMERSH, Fire Brigade, Knarr, Elawa,  Humanity,  

In our 245th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about games they played at Essen and interview Kevin Burkhardsmeier from Game Toppers LLC .Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Allplay tantrum_house_podcast_e245.mp3File Size: 37335 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 245th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about games they played at Essen and interview Kevin Burkhardsmeier from Game Toppers LLC .Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Allplay tantrum_house_podcast_e245.mp3File Size: 37335 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

Tonight Dan and Chris are Joined by Kevin "Burky" Burkhardsmeier and Justin Jacobson, as we talk about The upcoming Game Toppers Kickstarter, Return to Dark Tower Covenant and much much more! We hit on some great Spooky season traditions, some shows and movies we have watched and some games we have played! Thanks for listening!

In our 244th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about TantrumCon badges opening for sale and games coming out at Essen.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Flatout Games Tantrum House Podcast E.244: "Essen Imaginations"File Size: 24410 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 244th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about TantrumCon badges opening for sale and games coming out at Essen.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Flatout Games Tantrum House Podcast E.244: "Essen Imaginations"File Size: 24410 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

An RPG maker is suing Netflix? Could you handle 24 people playing Twilight Inscription at one time? And what's this about combining Barbie with Warhammer 40k? Plus, we've got Burky from GameToppers LLC to talk about his latest Kickstarter, featuring a TON of cool new playmats!

An RPG maker is suing Netflix? Could you handle 24 people playing Twilight Inscription at one time? And what's this about combining Barbie with Warhammer 40k? Plus, we've got Burky from GameToppers LLC to talk about his latest Kickstarter, featuring a TON of cool new playmats!

2:00 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  Reports say sales in the gaming industry are down, but… 11:27 ***Sponsor break***  Arcane Wonders with their new World Wonders and Kickstarter - Call of Duty  14:10 ***The Babble***   Reminiscing (with video slideshow) about 4 recent gaming events that we went to around the globe. Paris est Ludique, FLIP, Gencon and Origins game fair. And talking about the differences between them. Watch the video slideshow here: https://www.youtube.com/live/B0To97Ad1EU?feature=share&t=1117   56:27  ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers new Kickstarter on the horizon --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0To97Ad1EU&t   You can find on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2KHYtgTwVU4IMcTu5p9mOg) or at Board Game Theater (http://www.boardgametheater.com/)  Like us on Facebook, Twitter or our guild on Board Game Geek 2248 Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)   Games mentioned: Call of Duty, World Wonders, Magic: the Gathering, Disney Lorcana, K3, Baseball Highlights 2045,  

Here is another Bitesize podcast from your blabbering duo in Babblot. Time is catching up with us so we will reveal to you our most played and loved games that were published in the year 2014 for the second time. Did we miss again? Feel free to add in the comments the games that you deem as Evergreen ------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XhpLRV2bws You can find on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2KHYtgTwVU4IMcTu5p9mOg) or at Board Game Theater (http://www.boardgametheater.com/)  Like us on Facebook, Twitter or our guild on Board Game Geek 2248 Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)

2:40   ***When did Babblot come from***  Heatwave forces gaming Burky barbequed Origins Game Fair 5:45  ***Introducing Sam Healey***  14:48 ***Things that make the King go Hmmm!***  lorcanna dispute Heroscape is back …again 31:40 ***Sponsor break***  Arcane Wonders The next release is the big Call of Duty 35:05 ***What Game Is Behind The Door?***   Our quiz show section, where we interrogate our prisoner Sam Healey in our dungeon about games. Can you guess what the answers are before us? 1:21:40  ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers new mats are coming 1:25:53 ***The Babble***  We all produce stuff for others to consume. Or consume stuff that others produce. But trust is an issue that can affect not just one company/entity, but others around it. And when money is involved… ---------------------------------------   And watch the live stream of the show here: https://youtube.com/live/zWlbqrRlNUI   You can find on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2KHYtgTwVU4IMcTu5p9mOg) or at Board Game Theater (http://www.boardgametheater.com/)  Like us on Facebook, Twitter or our guild on Board Game Geek 2248 Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power (https://musicofbarrydoublet.com/) & Syrinscape (https://syrinscape.com/)   Games mentioned: Call of Duty, Heat, Heroscape, Tribes of the Wind, Dune: War for Arrakis, Marvel Dice Throne,  

3:36   ***When did Babblot come from***  10:22 ***Sponsor break***  Arcane Wonders The next release is the big Call of Duty  13:59 ***The Good, not so Bad and Ugly***   Our first impression of new games we have just played  46:32 ***Sponsor break***  Game Toppers new mats are coming 50:09 ***The Babble***  Time has flown. 8 Years have passed. And we finally got to episode 100. Here is a look back at what has happened over those years.  --------------------------------------- And watch the live stream of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/live/O7Zg3Qr9sdA?feature=share You can find on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2KHYtgTwVU4IMcTu5p9mOg) or at Board Game Theater (http://www.boardgametheater.com/)  Like us on Facebook, Twitter or our guild on Board Game Geek 2248 Big Thanks to Arcane Wonders (https://www.arcanewonders.com/)and Game Toppers (https://www.gametoppersllc.com/) for their support. Music and effect by The Balance Of Power & Syrinscape

In our 234th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about 4 games coming to crowdfunding in May and our favorite Star Wars and Sci Fi games.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Nauvoo Games Tantrum House Podcast E.234: "May the 8th Be with You"File Size: 31028 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 234th episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about 4 games coming to crowdfunding in May and our favorite Star Wars and Sci Fi games.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Nauvoo Games Tantrum House Podcast E.234: "May the 8th Be with You"File Size: 31028 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In our 233rd episode, the Tantrum House crew talk about upcoming games and what we like in our favorite board game box art.Sponsors: Boardwalk, Bezier Games, AEG, The Game Steward, Game Toppers, Bunnyhog Games Tantrum House Podcast E.233: "Favorite Box Art"File Size: 36227 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

In their first event-based episode, John and Stevie are taking you on a little trip through their experiences at Megacon Orlando. They're not only talking about the basics of the event, but also about some of their favorite tabletop creators and vendors from the show! Timestamps: (02:00) First Impressions (02:26) Getting Started / Tickets (05:26) Enjoyment of the Convention (07:16) Tabletop Areas (09:50) Vendors and Artists (19:15) Guests (22:12) Special Notes (22:46) Final Impressions Resources Mentioned: MEGACON Orlando: https://fanexpohq.com/megaconorlando/ Adventures on Tap: https://www.aotorlando.com/ Game Toppers: https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ The Crafty Gamer: https://www.thecraftygamer.com/ RAD Dice & Gaming: https://raddng.com/ Nomnivore Games: https://www.nomnivoregames.com/ Topodog: https://topodog.com/ Geek Therapeutics: https://geektherapeutics.com/ Arcane Fey Creations: https://www.arcanefeycreations.com/ Beadle & Grimm's: https://beadleandgrimms.com/ Star Shanties: https://www.starshanties.com/ Charnel House Tattoos: https://charnelhousetattoo.com/ 20mintabletop.com

This is it... the finale of the Dukes of Dice podcast - and we're going out with a bang. There's so much in this episode. A secret surprise "cameo" that Alex arranged for Sean. A final Top 10 games of all time. The ultimate "Dukes Double-Take" going all the way back to episode 1. We have some of our best board game media friends and family share some parting words. And of course, we hear from the Guild. This has taken some effort to edit - mental blocks have kept Sean from putting this out there; if there's no final episode, then the podcast doesn't end. But... all good things come to an end. We love you all - duke ya later, everybody!   Twitter: @dukesofdice Facebook: /dukesofdice Dukes of Dice YouTube ChannelSubscribe on iTunes Thanks to our awesome sponsor - please give them a visit:  Game Toppers