Bards of the Board

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Questing Amongst the Royalty!! Lords of Waterdeep Board Game Review! | EP 25 Aug 08, 2024

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DND is a game/play experience that for many can serve as the gateway into the hobby gaming world. Today's game takes the themes and characters from DND bringing them to the Lords of Waterdeep Board Game! Here you'll help influence a town as you recruit talent and warriors to help you quest, purchase property, and assert your dominion over the other Lords. Do our Bards love it?? You'll have to watch to find out!!
You can find Lords of Waterdeep for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/4dxVVMG
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
3:30 What We've Been Playing
27:00 Lords of Waterdeep
1:14:08 Cookie Scale
1:20:00 Final Thoughts

Destroyer of Cities and Friendships?? King of Tokyo Board Game Review | EP 24 Jul 25, 2024

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Yahtzee is a tried and true classic in the board game world. The joy of seeing those dice roll into the combo you're looking for is extremely satisfying. In today's game we take Yahtzee one step further with Kaiju monsters who look to prove who is the mightiest in their conquest of Tokyo. King of Tokyo by Iello Games is one of the best gateway games into the modern gaming space. How do the Bards feel about it?? Is this Jason's lowest rating yet?? You'll have to watch to find out!!
You can find King of Tokyo for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/3LCu2ar
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:10 What We've Been Playing
24:00 King of Tokyo
58:13 Cookie Scale
1:09:30 Final Thoughts

A Song of Combos and Fire Flamecraft Board Game Review | EP 23 Jul 11, 2024

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There is just something about Dragons. Whether it's in Game of Thrones, Wyrmspan, or even music dragons seem to be universally loved and appreciated. In today's game we head to a dragon town to visit shops and embrace combos as you gather reputation in this wonderful game. Flamecraft is a game Jason's been playing since it Kickstarted, and today we're hitting it on the podcast! What do our Bards think?? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Flamecraft for yourself at:
hhttps://amzn.to/4dfsxeb
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
4:00 What We've Been Playing
32:30 Flamecraft
1:04:30 Cookie Scale
1:17:45 Final Thoughts

Our First 2 Player Only Game?? Patchwork Board Game Review | EP 22 Jun 27, 2024

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Two Player Games are a staple of the modern board gaming world. Whether they are games that play well at a two-player count or games specifically designed for two players, these types of games have a very specific place on your shelf. In today's game we discuss polyomino games with our first two-player game as well as our first dive into polyomino games. This is a mechanic that BOTH Jason and Robbie love, so how do they feel about it?? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Patchwork for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/45HG4s3
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
4:13 What We've Been Playing
27:28 Patch Work
1:03:30 Cookie Scale
1:10:30 Final Thoughts

Just a Walk in the Park! Dog Park Board Game Review | EP 21 Jun 13, 2024

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Do you love dogs?? Do you love cute art in a board game? If you answered yes to one or both of those questions than do we have a great game for you!! In today's video we are talking about Dog Park a game where you recruit dogs into your kennel to take them on luxurious walks through the park! Dog Park is a mid-weight, competitive set-collection and point-to-point movement game in which players take on the role of dog walkers who recruit, walk, and care for their dogs over four rounds. What do the bards think??You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Dog Park for yourself at:
hhttps://amzn.to/3KJXieI
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:20 What We've Been Playing
21:30 Dog Park
1:03:30 Cookie Scale
1:12:00 Final Thoughts

Summer's Here!! Top 10 Party Games for our Bards!! | EP 20 May 30, 2024

Show notes

Welcome to the Table, and we’re back with another fantastic episode!! Yall loved our Top 10 games to start a collection with, well today we’re taking things a little lighter in episode 20! Today’s episode contains Jason and Robbie’s Top 10 Party Games!! Now the definition of Party Game can feel a little loose, and depending on your group certain games are going to hit better than others. What games do the Bards bring out with the crowds?? You'll have to watch to find out!!
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:24 What We've Been Playing
11:20 What is a Party Game??
16:20 Robbie’s 10
18:44 Jason’s 10
23:50 Jason’s 9
26:33 Robbie’s 9
30:00 Robbie’s 8
35:36 Jason’s 8
40:00 Jason’s 7
44:37 Robbie’s 7
47:15 Robbie’s 6
50:44 Jason’s 6
54:50 Jason’s 5
1:00:57 Robbie’s 5
1:09:00 Robbie’s 4
1:10:47 Jason’s 4
1:14:08 Jason’s 3
1:16:04 Robbie’s 3
1:19:10 Robbie’s 2
1:22:59 Jason’s 2
1:28:47 Jason’s 1
1:31:34 Robbie’s 1
1:38:22 Honorable Mentions
1:47:39 Final Thoughts

Dungeons, Decks, and …Disaster?? Clank Board Game Review | EP 19 May 16, 2024

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What if I told you there was a way to play a deck builder where you ALSO got to experience moving pieces around on a board? For many gamers you have two worlds, card games and board games, well today's game combines those incredible worlds. Here you'll see a world of Dungeon Diving taken to the extreme as you race against your friends building the best decks and stealing treasure. What do the bards think of this game? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find CLANK! for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/4btcVTo
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:30 What We've Been Playing
19:30 CLANK!
53:30 Cookie Scale
1:00:15 Final Thoughts

ALL ABOARD with a Classic!! Ticket to Ride Board Game Review | EP 18 May 02, 2024

Show notes

For the Anime Fans of the world, hearing the big three brings three fantastic shows to mind that have shaped modern anime. In the Hobby Board Game world, the big three include: Settlers of Catan, Carcassone, and today's classic Ticket To Ride. TTR is a drafting placement game where players are creating train routes across North America to get the most points. An iconic staple of the BG world, what do our bards think of it?? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Ticket to Ride for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/3UFvBJO
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
4:00 What We've Been Playing
26:00 Ticket to Ride
54:30 Cookie Scale
1:03:30 Final Thoughts

Building Windows and Memories!! Sagrada Board Game Review | EP 17 Apr 18, 2024

Show notes

Sagrada Familia is one of the modern wonders of the world in its beauty and construction. The immaculate stain glass windows will wow most who see them, and in today's game you get the task of building their next piece. This board game takes translucent die and allows players to follow a strict pattern where you can consctruct works of art. This dice drafting game is almost as beloved as the windows that inspired the game! What do our bards think of it?? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Sagrada for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/3UhmGy5
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:15 What We've Been Playing
21:34 Sagrada
50:30 Cookie Scale
56:30 Final Thoughts

Marvel Comic Fans ASSEMBLE!! Marvel United Board Game Review!! | EP 16 Apr 04, 2024

Show notes

Comic Books have taken ahold of many lives since we were children, but in the mid 2000's we saw Marvel Comics go one step further and take over the theatre. Comic Movies have changed cinema (for the positive or negative) and the Heroes we know have become parts of our lives. In today's episode we discuss a new board game mechanic, Co-Op games, where you will play together to defeat the board. The catch...it's you and other super heroes against some famous Villains in Marvel United!! What do our Bards think of this Smashing Adventure Game?? You’ll have to watch to find out!
You can find Marvel United for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/4cUTp3I
Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of the game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world is for everyone!
We hope you accompany us on this journey … and join us at the table!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram as well!
https://www.instagram.com/bards_of_the_board/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:21 What We've Been Playing
29:00 Marvel United
59:49 Cookie Scale
1:05:50 Final Thoughts

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