The Tuscany expansion for Viticulture, designed by Jamey Stegmaier and published by Stonemaier Games, is a major addition to the core Viticulture game. It deepens and broadens the winemaking theme, adding new layers of strategy and complexity. The expansion introduces three main modules: Extended Board, Structures, and Special Workers, each of which can be added…
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Boardgame Review: Everdell: Spirecrest
Everdell: Spirecrest is an expansion for the popular Everdell board game, designed by James A. Wilson and published by Starling Games. This expansion takes players beyond the borders of Everdell into the rugged and mysterious mountains of Spirecrest. The theme of exploration and adventure is central, as players venture into harsh terrains, encounter weather challenges,…
Board Game Review: Everdell Mistwood
Everdell: Mistwood is an expansion to the popular Everdell board game, designed by James A. Wilson and published by Starling Games. This expansion introduces a new solo/dual game mode featuring the adversary, Nightweave, who weaves webs across the forest, threatening the peace of Everdell. Players face off against this AI-controlled opponent, adding a fresh challenge…
Board Game Review: Viticulture
Viticulture, designed by Jamey Stegmaier and Alan Stone, is a worker placement game published by Stonemaier Games. The game is set in the rustic world of Tuscany, where players take on the roles of vineyard owners striving to build and manage the most successful winery. The theme is richly woven into the mechanics, as players…
Lone Star Open Event Photos 2024
Hey everyone! Adam, FLG Head Judge and host of TFG Radio, here to give a look at some of the events from this year’s LSO!
Board Game Review: 7 Wonders: Leaders
7 Wonders: Leaders, designed by Antoine Bauza and published by Repos Production, adds an intriguing twist to the base game of 7 Wonders. The expansion introduces famous historical figures, or “Leaders,” who bring unique abilities and bonuses to the players’ civilizations. These leaders are drafted at the beginning of the game and can be played…
Book Review: Ahriman: Sorcerer
“Ahriman: Sorcerer” by John French is the second book in the Ahriman trilogy, set in the grimdark Warhammer 40K universe. The novel continues the tale of Ahriman, the infamous sorcerer of the Thousand Sons Legion, as he grapples with his past, seeks redemption, and pursues ultimate power. French’s mastery of character development, plot intricacies, and…
Board Game Review: Everdell Pearlbrook
Everdell: Pearlbrook, designed by James A. Wilson and published by Starling Games, is an expansion to the base game Everdell. Pearlbrook introduces an aquatic sideboard, adding a new layer to the enchanting world of Everdell. In this expansion, players send their frog ambassadors to the river to collect a new resource, pearls, and interact with…
Board Game Review – 7 Wonders Armada
7 Wonders: Armada, designed by Antoine Bauza and published by Repos Production, adds a nautical dimension to the acclaimed 7 Wonders board game. In this expansion, players command fleets of ships to explore seas, engage in naval conflicts, and expand their influence beyond their cities. Armada introduces a new naval board for each player, new…
Board Game Review: Everdell Exapnsion – Bellfaire
Everdell: Bellfaire, designed by James A. Wilson and published by Starling Games, is an expansion for the base game Everdell. Bellfaire introduces new elements to the world of Everdell, including a festival to celebrate the 100th year since the founding of the city. This expansion adds several new components and mechanics, such as player powers,…