Well, I'm back from BGG.con and I had a great time meeting up with BGB listeners to play the latest Essen titles. I'm editing at least one podcast of some interviews I took from some of the vendors there. I might do a separate one about the titles I played (about thirty games) or roll it all together into one. We shall see. I expect to get a moment to put the show(s) out this weekend since it's another lovely four-day weekend.

As we go into the Christmas season, feel free to visit us here at BGB when you are shopping at Amazon or MeeplePeople.com. Although we don't ask for donations at BGB (I always listeners to become a BGG Patron or BGN subscriber instead since those terrific folks make a living doing this kind of thing), I certainly appreciate those that use the Amazon search box to find the items you are ordering and when you make a purchase, we get a tiny little cut (doesn't affect your price). Same thing for Meeple People.com - we get a small slice that doesn't increase your price. So, if you're shopping on those sites, I humbly request you click through BGB to help support the show. A very big thanks to those that already have (since that reminded me to mention it, too).

Lastly, I wanted to mention that, as expected, the terrific Ryan and Chad of GameInk.net did indeed have the RA shirt at BGG.con and if you want one, you'd better order NOW. They were moving nicely there and they had people contact them ahead of time to put in their requests for one to be held. If you want a copy of this awesome limited print-run item, browse on over to GameInk.net right away (and check out their other cool stuff, too - I bought a couple more shirts myself at BGG.con). They make terrific presents.

Happy Thanksgiving to all US folks observing it and happy holidays to everyone else.

Not making a big announcement on BGG for this one because I know there are a couple of friends who already want it. But, if you read BGB regularly, you are in on the offer.

I've decided to part ways with my Risk: Black Ops. I'm reviewing a copy of the same game a friend bought so this shrinkwrapped Risk: Black Ops can go to someone who will love it more than I will. Drop me an e-mail with an offer if you are interested. I can deliver to BGG.con if necessary.

E-mail to: Sheylon AT GMAIL DOT COM. Send it soon! No formal process (not a bid or whatever) - I'll just look at the offers and if one looks good - you got it.

Boardgame Babylon is back with a new session review show covering a few hot new games: Dominion, Ticket to Ride: The Dice Expansion, and Hero: Immortal King.

BGG.con is just a week away and I'm going encourage BGB listeners to do two things:

1. Please check out my BGG List of games I'm keen to play at the convention. If you'd like to join me, please comment and I'll try to seek you out for the game in question. The list is nearly forty-strong so hopefully every listener in attendance can find one that we can play together. Here's the link: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/36547
2. The great guys of GameInk.net are producing their fabulous RA t-shirt ("17"), which lost out on their two contests for top shirts but apparently they can be won over with enthusiasm and the promise of nearly two dozen BGB listeners agreeing to buy shirts at the show. However, the shirt is in short supply so get to their booth early and get your awesome "17" shirt. You'll be the best dressed person at the con. Note: The above may not be the final design - I think Ryan said it might be in black instead.

Hope to see many of you in Dallas next week. Thanks for downloading and listening to Boardgame Babylon.

Show Notes

Games Mentioned

Dominion   Ticket to Ride: The Dice Expansion   Race for the Galaxy

Hero: Immortal King (three different scenarios below)

The Lair of the Lich   Infernal Forge   Den of Dementia

Other Links

Days of Wonder   Asmodee   GameInk.net

Barely under the wire, here is a Halloween-themed Boardgame Babylon with some new games you will want to add to your Halloween gaming this weekend. There's a fun dice-rolling game, a nice Trick(or Treat) taking game and a Lovecraftian semi-cooperative game to amuse the Twilight Creations fans. I promise - no scare tactics, ghoulish wailing or silly voices (well, okay - maybe just a little...). Mostly though, it's just a few light reviews and some comments about the games hitting the table at our Halloween parties.

And, no - you need not have enjoyed Igor to enjoy the R&R games based on it. ;)

Thanks for downloading and listening to Boardgame Babylon. Happy Halloween!

Show Notes

Games mentioned:

Igor: The Monster Making Game   Igor: The Life of the Party

Innsmouth Escape   Bump In The Night   Mmm...Brains

Fearsome Floors   Fury of Dracula   Gravediggers   Vampire (Knizia)

Zombies!!!   Zombietown

Additional Links

R&R Games   Twilight Creations   Fantasy Flight Games