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The Dice Pirates

Ian Kenyon & Matt Clower

Join hosts Ian and Matt as they explore the high seas of board games, tabletop games, role playing games and anything else you play around a table with friends. From reviews to deep dives into mechanics and themes, the Dice Pirates are determined to chart every corner of the board gaming hobby.

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All Episodes

11:23

Captain's Log August 23rd: Big Troubles in Board Gaming

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2021/08/23

It's time for another news roundup, and this time Aaron and Ian cover the Perfectly Wretched Villainous expansion, Magic the Gathering decks getting copyrighted, and the ongoing battle between Reiner Knizia and Grail Games New Releases The Crew: Mission Deep Sea https://www.kosmos.de/spielware/spiele/familienspiele/11756/die-crew-mission-tiefsee Expansions Villainous: Perfectly Wretched Expand-alone Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmatians, Mother Gothel from Tangled, and Pete from Steamboat

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Ep: 21 - Video Games for Board Gamers

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2021/08/16

This week, the crew is once again joined by fan-favorite Aaron to discuss something a little off topic - video games! We talk about a slept-on Eric Lang hit, everyone’s favorite kitchen backsplash simulator, and our current roguelike deck building obsession. [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:36] Matt ponders why The Godfather: Corleone’s Empire was sent to sleep with the fishes [00:07:09] Ian announces that he has finally joined the cult of Kickstarter with Avatar Legends [00:08:46] Aaron sings a funeral

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13:06

Captain's Log August 9th: A News Show

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2021/08/09

Aaron and Ian return for another news roundup, including the wild success of the Avatar: The Legends Kickstarter, Tasty Minstrel Games going bankrupt, and the recent controversy surrounding Games Workshop New Releases -Horrified: American Monsters https://www.gamesradar.com/au/amp/horrified-american-monsters-board-game-sequel-brings-bigfoot-and-the-mothman-to-town/ -G I Joe Deck Building game https://renegadegamestudios.com/g-i-joe-deck-building-game/ -Dune: Betrayal (by the designer of The

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01:00:30

Ep: 20 - How to be a Dungeon Master w/@EpicJim

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2021/08/02

On today’s episode, Matt & Ian are joined by EpicJim in a spirited discussion about role-playing games, running your very first session as a Dungeon master, the importance of not over prepping for sessions, and whether or not Batman truly is Lawful Good! [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:07] Jim introduces himself and talks about his experience points with D&D and his truly GLORIOUS gaming dungeon! {00:04:00] Ian opens the soap box with a discussion of international logistics and how that is effecting board

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09:22

Captain's Log 7/26: A News Show

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2021/07/26

Aaron and Ian debut a new show to bring you the latest in board gaming releases, expansions, and news! Check out the show notes for links to the games and news mentioned. Upcoming releases Z-Man Games and Blizzard announce World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King, a Pandemic-style game set in the world of Azeroth. Now available to preorder on Blizzard’s website https://gizmodo.com/a-new-world-of-warcraft-board-game-sees-pandemic-spread-1847243316 Horrible Guild announced a follow-up to King’s

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01:20:33

Ep: 19 - Co-op games w/@GnarlyCarleyGaming

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2021/07/19

The crew are joined this week by the one and only GnarlyCarley! They break down some great cooperative games from across the genre, and chat about the challenges of playing board games online, the benefits of dice vs cards, and avoiding quarterbacking “board game bullies”. [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:06] Carley talks about how she got started gaming and her journey through Instagram [00:05:40] Matt brings some *spicy* takes about Sushi Roll and almost gets mutinied by Carley [00:13:05] Carley talks

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01:08:15

Ep: 18 - The Board Game Renaissance

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2021/07/05

The Dice Pirates are back from hiatus (joined by special guest Aaron) and Ian walks us through the history and meteoric rise in popularity of modern board gaming! We talk about some terrible games from when you were a kid, Germany’s role in both creating some of what are still the most popular games, how they almost stopped Risk from releasing, and the shifting styles of popular games over the years. [00:00:00] Intros [00:01:36] Matt talks Tsuro, and the joy of “simple” games [00:08:03] Ian

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01:12:50

Ep: 17 - Is Kickstarter Good for Board Games? w/...

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2021/05/30

This week, Ian & Matt are joined once again by regular guest Aaron to discuss the importance of cultural consultants, some truly eye-watering Kickstarter numbers, and the effects Kickstarter has had on the board game industry. Also featuring an exclusive interview with Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games! [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:23] Soap Box - Issac Childres hires a Cultural Consultant for Frosthaven [00:12:17] Soap Box - Ian talks about an upcoming Sign Language inspired TTRPG,

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01:20:45

Ep: 16 - Epic Fantasy Games w/ @WhenHarryMetBoardGames

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2021/05/17

Ian & Matt are joined by special guest Harry from When Harry Met Board Games to discuss their feelings on board game awards, how much math is *too* much math, as well as some of their favorite fantasy adventure games! [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:34] 2020 BoardGameGeek Golden Geek Awards [00:13:36] Bitter Boardgamers [00:22:21] When Harry Met Board Games Introduction [00:26:32] Early Fantasy Adventure Games (Magic Realm, Talisman, Hero Realms) [00:33:26] Harry deals out Thunderstone Quest [00:40:19]

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01:10:32

Ep: 15 - The Great Mars Episode

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2021/05/03

This week, our fearless captains Matt & Ian are joined by return guest Max and long time listener, first time caller Dr. Dennis to discuss the terrible effects of scurvy & the endless attempts in boardgaming to explore, terraform, and colonize Mars! Featuring two seminal titles in this space, Terraforming Mars & On Mars. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:01:33] Soapbox - Eric Lang’s challenge against the current idea of a “gateway game” [00:15:14] Soapbox - Terraforming Mars Big Box 3D Tiles Review

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01:14:34

Ep: 14 - Solo Games part 2 w/ @Play_It_Solo

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2021/04/19

There can only be one, player that is! This episode the Dice Pirates return to talk about even more solo games! Joined by guest star Lily from @Play_It_Solo they cover a wide variety of games from the epic Mage Knight, to the quick and simple games from Button Shy publishers. Also featuring discussions on why many games require the purchase of an expansion to play solo, the latest incredibly successful kickstarter from CMON, and a return of Bitter Board Gamers! 00:00:00 Intro & Lily from

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01:05:42

Ep: 13 - Castles of Burgundy vs. Castles of Tuscany

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2021/04/04

Grab a seat for the longest episode yet, as the Dice Pirates break down designer Stefan Feld's venerable classic, Castles of Burgundy, and it's spiritual sequel, Castles of Tuscany. Does the new game live up to Burgundy's reputation? Did Stefan succeed in reimagining his masterpiece? Joined by OG pirate Max, Ian and Matt break it down, and also quickly review Twilight Struggle, briefly discuss John Company 2nd Edition, and play another round of Bitter Board Gamers! - Intro and Outro Music - "A

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Ep: 12 - What Happened to Fantasy Flight Games?

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2021/03/22

Joined once again by Aaron, the Dice Pirates take a trip down the history of one of the most storied publishing houses in board gaming, Fantasy Flight Games. What is behind the recent changes at FFG? And how did they get there? We cover that and more, as well as the recent Stellaris kickstarter, thoughts on Vital Lacerda's new game 'On mars', and discuss the debate over Paleo's representation. - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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Ep: 11 - 7 Wonders Duel, Nations: The Dice Game, &...

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2021/03/08

Grab a friend and join the Dice Pirates as they delve into three of their favorite 2-player games! Featuring Glasgow (2020), Nations: The Dice Game (2014) and 7 Wonders Duel (2015), and Sushi Go! (2013). We also break down the recent controversy on the BGG forums surrounding Tiny Epic Dungeon's kickstarter cover art, and announce the details of our new giveaway!!! - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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Ep: 10 - Getting into Dungeons and Dragons

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2021/02/22

Break out the D20s and join Matt and Ian as they talk about getting into D&D, and discuss the best way to get into the fantastic hobby. Also featuring a review of the new game Bluffaneer by Big G Creative! - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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53:30

Ep: 9 - Pendulum Review

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2021/02/08

The clock is ticking as Matt and Ian review Stonemaier Games 2020 release Pendulum. This real time worker placement game has been a divisive entry from Stonemaier. How will the Dice Pirates feel about this bold new game? Did it live up to the hype? Will Matt continue to be demoted? Find out this episode! - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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53:06

Ep: 8 - Call to Adventure, Parks, and It’s a...

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2021/01/25

The Dice Pirates return in 2021! In their first foray of the new year, Matt and Ian cover three of their favorite games from the Holiday season, and discuss the upcoming Slay the Spire board game and RPG system Mörk Borg - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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Ep: 7 - Board Gaming with Kids

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2020/12/21

This episode the Dice Pirates include the whole family! Joined again by Aaron they discuss how to choose games to play with kids, keeping everyone engaged, and provide some suggestions for last minute Christmas shopping! - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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58:39

Ep: 6 - Themes in Board Games

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2020/12/07

This episode hosts Ian and Matt dive into themes in board games! What makes a game "thematic"? How does theme affect gameplay? And what are some of their favorite thematic games? - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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58:20

Ep: 5 - Solo Board Games

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2020/11/23

Matt and Ian return with guest star Aaron Wolfe to cover Single-player board games! They discuss this corner of the tabletop community, and cover the benefits of solo games, and suggest some great starters for new players! - Intro and Outro Music - "A Robust Crew by Darren Curtis"

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