Settler of the Boards

Prove Yourself as the Best Jarl of all the Clans

On November 4, 2020

As the Viking Chief of your clan, it is up to you to bring riches and rewards to your people. You’ll need a bit of luck on your ventures, but with proper planning (and perhaps a bit of help from the gods) you can overcome your rivals and arise victorious!

What I Played This Week 10/26 – 11/1

By Steph

On November 2, 2020

In What I Played This Week

Hey friends and fam and more! I hope gaming has been good to you lately. This week I put together a cute little Halloween-themed table to our small weekly game night, and

Reaction Key
❤️ – Loved It/Always Love It/Favorite
😄 – Liked It/Will Likely Play Again
🤷🏻‍♀️ – Okay/Take It or Leave It
👎🏻 – Didn’t Like/Would Not Play Again
🆕 – New-to-Me Game

2020 Game Gift Guide!

By Steph

On November 1, 2020

In Gift Guides

Happy Holiday Season, gamers! I know some might say it’s still a bit early, but it’s never too early to pick up some gifts for the ones you love! For this year’s gift guide I decided to focus on great games to pick up for your non-gamer friends & family, because sometimes it can be hard to find something to entertain the whole family at get-togethers/visits when they aren’t as familiar with games. These games are easily accessible, have simple rules to learn and teach, and can be played by a wide range of ages! Since I know there’s plenty of us who might also not be able to travel for the holidays this year, I’ll also note which of these are good to play virtually over video conferencing. They are in no particular order, so check them out, see what sounds interesting, and pick some up for your family this holiday season! Happy Gaming~

A Board Game Poem

By Steph

On October 29, 2020

In Stories, Tabletop Writers Diversity Initiative

Even without a passport,
I can travel far and wide.
From USA to Germany,
the tickets are my guide.

I like to take the scenic route,
through trees and woods galore.
I wave to friendly woodland folk,
and collect wood, stone, and more.

I don’t fear getting lost,
for I mapped my path out well.
As long as I don’t get ambushed,
my trip should turn out swell.

Often my adventures,
take me traveling through time.
I try not to cause anomalies,
for that would be a crime.

In one of my favorite places,
I become a God.
I move, and build, and climb on up,
in my little quad.

When I’m feeling all worn out,
and in need of a drink,
I stop by the local tavern,
and give the wench a wink.

My life may seem spectacular,
or absurd with all these claims.
But my secret is, that it’s all true,
thanks to my board games.

How Will You Build Your City?

By Steph

On October 28, 2020

In Game Review

Whether you build your city on fountains, roadways, or rock n’ roll* (*it probably won’t be rock n’ roll…) you’ll need to build quickly and proficiently in order to outscore your opponents in this fast-paced card game!