My Favorite Game Cards: The Roman Militia Card from Stilicho

My Favorite Game Cards: The Roman Militia Card from Stilicho

A look at the Militia card from the game Stilicho: Last of the Romans, explaining how it works and why…
Interview with Hermann Luttmann: Designer of A Forlorn Hope from Wharf Rat Games Coming to Backerkit February 10th

Interview with Hermann Luttmann: Designer of A Forlorn Hope from Wharf Rat Games Coming to Backerkit February 10th

Wharf Rat Games, a new publisher founded by Ryan Heilman and Wes Crawford, is launching their first title, A Forlorn…
Combat Commander After Action Report: A Rulebook Oversight in Scenario #72

Combat Commander After Action Report: A Rulebook Oversight in Scenario #72

Ever been deep into a game, only to realize a forgotten rule would have changed everything? That's exactly what happened…

The Unusual Strategy of Ruff and Sluff in Bridge

A look at two bridge hands where the standard play of avoiding a ruff and sluff was actually the wrong…

Understanding the Value of Early Minors in 1822

This analysis explores the financial and strategic benefits of running minor companies for an extra operating round at the start…

Eldritch Horror: When Expansions Make Setup a Nightmare

We love Eldritch Horror and have collected almost every expansion. But all that extra content has turned our favorite game…
5 Towers: A Strategic Card Game of Building and Bidding

5 Towers: A Strategic Card Game of Building and Bidding

Explore the mechanics of 5 Towers, a card game where players build towers, bid for cards, and manage risks. Learn…
Looking Back at 2025: The Best Posts from the Blog

Looking Back at 2025: The Best Posts from the Blog

The year has finally come to an end. Let's take a moment to review the eighth full year of this…
My 2025 Board Gaming Year: A Journey Through Conventions and New Discoveries

My 2025 Board Gaming Year: A Journey Through Conventions and New Discoveries

Looking back at an amazing year in board games, from conventions to new gaming interests. A personal reflection on community,…
My 2025 Board Game Year: Record-Breaking Posts and New Adventures

My 2025 Board Game Year: Record-Breaking Posts and New Adventures

Looking back at 2025, my board game blog saw its biggest year ever with more posts than ever before. I…