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OMG Wizards!!! Really??? | Geek & Southern | Lay It On The Table, Episode 22

OMG Wizards!!! Really??? | Geek & Southern | Lay It On The Table, Episode 22

James and Joe talk Pinkerton's and Games on the Table...

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Lay It On The Table

James and Joe talk Pinkerton's and Games on the Table...

 

 

April 30, 2023 - OMG Wizards!!! Really???

The Southern Board Game Podcast, With the accent on Southern

No guest today but more to come on that front very soon.

 

Show Notes: Season 02, Episode 08

NEWS and NOTES

Wizards of the Coast sent Pinkerton after a YouTuber - Video Games on Sports Illustrated
A Magic: The Gathering YouTuber received a new set early and then got visited by the most notorious agency in the US.
https://videogames.si.com/news/wizards-of-the-coast-mtg-pinkerton
Magic 'Raid' Wasn't First Time WotC Hired Pinkertons [UPDATED]
Pinkerton agents have been used to track down leaks and stolen Magic: The Gathering Cards “multiple times” before.
https://gizmodo.com/magic-the-gathering-leaks-wizards-wotc-pinkertons-1850374546

Wingspan Design Retrospective with Designer Elizabeth Hargrave

NEWS: Elizabeth Hargrave New Game? | Zatu Games UK
Elizabeth Hargrave has just announced a new game and we're wondering... will the theme fit with Wingspan or nature?
https://www.board-game.co.uk/news-elizabeth-hargrave-new-game/

https://www.thegamesteward.com/products/the-fox-experiment-all-in-pledge-kickstarter-edition-board-game?_pos=1&_psq=fox exper&_ss=e&_v=1.0

 

What is on the table…

Lewis & Clark: The Expedition
Explorers race from Missouri to Oregon, asking local Native American tribes for help.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/140620/lewis-clark-expedition
Castles of Mad King Ludwig: Collector's Edition
Satisfy the king's whims by building the best fantasy castle, now with more options.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/326945/castles-mad-king-ludwig-collectors-edition

Kickstarter/Gamefound Backed…or intrigued by…Or just picked up…

Backed… (& delivered…?)

Darwin's Journey: Collector's Edition
Retrace Darwin’s journey to the Galapagos in a worker-placement adventure.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/328413/darwins-journey-collectors-edition

Intrigued….

Shipped….

Picked up ….

Earth
Strategically grow your ecosystem card engine with unique flora, fauna, and terrains.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/350184/earth
Deluxe Hanafuda Deck
Overview Players: 1-2 Playing Time: 30 Min Ages: 14+ Hanafuda are traditional Japanese playing cards that employ aesthetics, rather than numbers and suits, to configure the deck. Our deluxe edition includes 48 stunning cards and a plethora of extras that allow you to: Learn how to play Koi-Koi with easy-to-follow English rules and examples. Easily collect sets and points with a month and set reference for each player. Discover new ways to play with 8 Koi-Koi variants & our wandering visitors variant. Play Koi-Koi solo with a brand new variant designed by Bruno Cathala. Understand the details with an in-depth section about the history of Hanafuda. Features The Artwork: 12 beautiful monthly sets featuring seasonal flora and fauna with artwork by Vincent Dutrait across 48 uniquely illustrated cards. The Cards: Heavyweight, hand-assembled cards in a 55x33 mm classic Hanafuda card size. The Deluxe Extras: Our unique, deluxe edition includes: Gorgeous box with sleeve Easy-to-follow English rulebook Month and set reference for each player Appendix with numerous variants Original Wandering Visitors variant Bruno Cathala solo variant History of Hanafuda section Photography by Ross of More Games Please Videos
https://shop.pencilfirstgames.com/collections/games/products/deluxe-hanafuda-deck
Endangered: Monarch Butterflies Limited Release Sale
This is a limited release expansion available ONLY from our webstore.   The march of humankind’s progress threatens the survival of Monarch Butterflies. It's up to you and your team to save them! Work with your fellow conservationists to save the Monarch Butterflies from extinction, featuring a new 'drop' mechanic as t
https://grandgamersguild.com/collections/endangered-1/products/endangered-monarch-butterflies
Endangered Ukrainian Ambassador Card
100% of profits from this card will support The International Rescue Committee which is providing emergency response support to Ukrainian refugees. This is a preorder and will ship with the Monarch Butterflies expansion if that as also been ordered.*The Endangered base game is required to play this card.
https://grandgamersguild.com/collections/endangered-1/products/endangered-ukrainian-ambassador-promo
Frosthaven
Adventure in the frozen north and build up your outpost throughout an epic campaign.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/295770/frosthaven
Betrayal: The Werewolf's Journey – Blood on the Moon
Don't let Sara's curse haunt you when the night comes.
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/368348/betrayal-werewolfs-journey-blood-moon

D&D and TTRPGs+

Dungeons & Dragons Clarifies Plans for Half-Elves and Mixed Parentages in One D&D
No, Dungeons & Dragons is not getting rid of half-elves, despite messaging coming out of a Content [...]
https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/dungeons-dragons-half-elf-one-dnd-inherently-racist-plans/
Daggerheart
https://darringtonpress.com/daggerheart/

3D Tabletop Printing, Painting, and Crafts …

Airbrush Compressor Combo Kit
The AVANTI® Airbrush Compressor Combo Kit is ideal for beginners to demanding artists on the go. This Airbrush Compressor Combo Kit features a dual action gravity feed airbrush for consistent flow without delay. This lightweight and compact design unit is easy to transport and works with lacquers, enamels, and oil and water-based airbrush paints.
https://www.harborfreight.com/airbrush-compressor-combo-kit-57637.html
NEO CN Gravity Feed Dual Action Airbrush
Buy NEO CN Gravity Feed Dual Action Airbrush: Airbrush Sets - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004INERK4?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
The Army Painter: Speedpaint Mega Set 2.0
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https://www.gamenerdz.com/the-army-painter-speedpaint-mega-set-2-0

Misc

The Spiel
https://www.thespiel.net/

Closing

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