I tried posting some articles in the forum (as a forum post) because I feel the forum is where people go the most. But, it wouldn't let me for whatever reason, and it didn't really give a reason other than "The thing you're looking for isn't here, dweeb". Alright, so it didn't call me a dweeb, but I'm wondering if there's a way to post image with text underneath, much like in an article, but in the forum. The Image post is just an image--no text. Just wondering if I can make that work somehow. Thanks

I'm currently working on an interview with Jonathan Ying, designer of Bargain Quest, Star Wars: Imperial Assault, Doom, Power Rangers: Heroes of the Grid, etc.

Initially, in addition to the questions I prepared, I was going to ask Jonathan to answer another set of questions that I got from some of you who DM'd me. After thinking through it, I thought I'm doing a disservice to some of you who really love his games, so I asked and Jonathan is actually down for an AMA!

TL;DR: An AMA with Jonathan is in the works! Who's down for this? Which day of the week should we host the AMA?

I'm an expansion junkie already but I'm curious, what are the expansions you think that are must haves? My first one is in the comments. 

I had some birthday money (from July haha) burning a hole in my pocket so I caved and bought Outer Rim. I was saving the money for something extraordinary, but I couldn't wait any longer. Plus, I hear it has great solo play, so I'm all over that. 

If YOU had $50 to spend willy nilly, what would you buy? My other option was X-Wing 2.0 conversion kids or core set, despite never playing the game haha

First I have to say that Root might be my all time favorite game.  It hits on so many of the things that I love.  It has a lot of player interaction, it has plenty of combat, it has really meaningful asymmetry (you really can’t play well without knowing at least the basics of what your opponents bring to the table).  Also, you need to talk a lot and make round to round alliances to keep everyone in check.  It’s so good.

Also, the components, it's a beautiful game and it is so aesthetically pleasing.  Going with the wooden pieces instead of minis adds so much to this particular game.

Reading the description of Oath has me very excited, I’ll post it below.  What are your thoughts?

"In Oath, one to five players guide the course of history in an ancient land. Players might take the role of agents bolstering the old order or scheme to bring the kingdom to ruin. The consequences of one game will ripple through those that follow, changing what resources and actions future players may have at their disposal and even altering the game's core victory condition.

If a player seizes control by courting anarchy and distrust, future players will have to contend with a land overrun by thieves and petty warlords. In a later game, a warlord might attempt to found a dynasty, creating a line of rulers that might last generations or be crushed by the rise of a terrible, arcane cult.

In Oath, there are no fancy production tricks, app-assisted mechanisms or production gimmicks. The game can be reset at any time and doesn't require the same play group from one game to the next. A player might use the fully-featured solo mode to play several generations during the week and then use that same copy of the game for Saturday game-night with friends. There are no scripted narratives or predetermined end points. The history embedded in each copy of Oath will grow to be as unique as the players who helped build it."

—description from the publisher

I'm curious what people who have played the choose your own adventure games think?  I read them a lot as a kid and have a lot of great memories based off the novels, but the score on bgg makes me a little nervous.  So for those who have played them.  Did you enjoy it, or what are things that disappointed you?  How did it work with a group?  I am always looking for games to get my children involved.  Any thoughts?  I would love to get your recommendation on either of these games?

I just had a game night with with friends but the first time we got together to play games. I had some choices out and we still stood around trying to decide what to play. How do you decide what to play on game night? 

In a related topic to the other thread going on, what game would you currently spend waaaaaayyyy to much on? I am currently infatuated with Lisboa...I would spend a good amount on that, though not super difficult to find. 

Greetings all! Just a standard question today - does anyone here also play video games in addition to board games?

I definitely count myself in that category. I’m a PC gamer, and I predominantly play strategy or management style games. I’ll also mix in some RPGs every once in a while. 

Since I’m old now (32 years old) FPS games give me mild motion sickness/headaches so I tend to avoid them. Back in the day I could hold my own in Counterstrike 1.6 or other FPS games from that era.

Currently on my PC I’m playing a fun 4X game called Field of Glory: Empires. I recently finished a play through of Pathfinder: Kingmaker. 

What about you guys?

To you, what makes a game elegant, "perfect", fire on all cylinders etc? 

What games are considered “classic” games of modern board gaming? What characterizes a classic game? If a game is considered a classic is it always a classic or will it eventually lose that status over time?

Games like Catan, Carcassone, Pandemic, and Agricola (among others) are often hailed as classics. Have these games been replaced or will the always be classics?

I'm trying to decide whether to get Aeon's End: The New Age or Aeon's End: Legacy.  Can anyone recommend one over the other?  I already have the base set, War Eternal, and a few of the small expansions.  Thanks!

I own two other Tiny Epic games but this is the first one I'm backing from the kickstarter and am pretty jazzed about it! Anyone else?