Bards of the Board

You’ve heard us mention it for over a year now…and today it finally hits the table. One of our highest rated games according to the Board Game world, today we tackle Wingspan. In Wingspan you are bird enthusiasts—researchers, bird watchers, ornithologists, and collectors—seeking to discover and attract the best birds to your network of wildlife preserves. Do our Bards love it?? Is it back to back Double Double Doozies?? You’ll have to watch to find out!!

You can find Wingspan for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/4fnkdKH

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
1:08 What We've Been Playing
24:32 Wingspan
1:05:49 Cookie Scale
1:08:30 Final Thoughts

In this Mancala world you'll be moving 5 different tribes through the board to gain as many resources as possible! Five Tribes is a classic amongst Board Gamers and for those interested in a Hobby Gaming space, Robbie might argue this is a must play! With one of the more unique mechanics you'll find amongst this desert adventure.. what do the Bards think?? You'll have to watch to find out!!

You can find Five Tribes for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/3AjPFu5

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
1:38 What We've Been Playing
13:07 Five Tribes
56:31 Cookie Scale
1:01:45 Final Thoughts

Welcome to the Table, and we’re back with another fantastic episode!! Every 10th episode we bring a top 10 list, and today is no different. In today's episode we're discussing our top 10 games to bring out when it's just us and one other. Whether it's a date board game night, or hanging out with a coworker, sometimes you need that game that hits just right for two. What games do the Bards bring out in the head to head?? 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
2:10 What We've Been Playing
9:12 Top 10 Time
13:07 Jason's 10
15:50 Robbie's 10
20:40 Robbie's 9
23:17 Jason's 9
25:48 Jason's 8
29:20 Robbie's 8
32:08 Robbie's 7
33:50 Jason's 7
36:53 Jason's 6
39:10 Robbie's 6
44:08 Robbie's 5
46:52 Jason's 5
48:28 Jason's 4
51:19 Robbie's 4
58:15 Robbie's 3
1:02:20 Jason's 3
1:06:01 Jason's 2
1:08:18 Robbie's 2
1:11:32 Robbie's 1
1:14:30 Jason's 1
1:19:06 Final Thoughts

In 2020 the world found itself amidst a global pandemic, but the creators of this board game have had folks experiencing this for years. Today's game talks about Pandemic, the board game where you and your team will work together to stop the spread of disease worldwide. Through unique roles, a random deck to oversee the spread of the viruses, and more you'll find yourself racing against time and infection! How do the bards feel about it?? You'll have to watch to find out!!

You can find Pandemic for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/3N99Xcz

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
1:10 What We've Been Playing
13:09 Pandemic
52:51 Cookie Scale
57:35 Final Thoughts

Buy a Railroad, Produce Commodities, or Invest in a Town?? In today's game you'll have the potential to start your empire of the woodlands with some incredible gameplay as an introduction into a lighter step of modern hobby gaming. Whether you want to push your luck and wait for the best time to cash in on your resources, or take the sure bet on your turn this episode and game leads to loads of laughs. What do our Bards think?? You'll have to watch to find out!!

You can find Raccoon Tycoon for yourself at:
https://amzn.to/4eqK03I

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
2:33 What We've Been Playing
22:53 Raccoon Tycoon
1:02:00 Cookie Scale
1:07:08 Final Thoughts

Tile Laying Games are a Personal favorite of Robbie’s, and throw in some Polyomino pieces and Jason’s in as well. Today’s game is an award winning Tile Placement game where you’ll be building your very own Kingdom under a small restriction to add a little bit of pressure. Do the Bards agree with its award winning status? Do we see another Double Doozie?? You'll have to watch to find out!!

You can find Kingdomino for yourself at:

https://amzn.to/3ZayG7q

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

1:16 What We've Been Playing

23:50 Kingdomino

54:00 Cookie Scale

1:01:00 Final Thoughts

**Sorry for Robbie's Audio Issues. He tried a new camera for the Youtube version and accidentally selected it for his audio as well!! Will be fixed for next episode!!**

Today we welcome our next incredible guest to the channel, James Hudson of Druid City Games! He's the owner and one of the game designers as well as a family friend of Jason's! In today's episode the crew sits down to help give you a few games as well as some terms and conditions to consider for hosting or introducing new players to games. Do our Bards find new suggestions beyond ones they've already discussed? What is James's Take on difficulty and introducing new players to games?? You’ll have to watch to find out!

To Check Out James's Content and Druid City Games Head to the following Links!!
https://www.youtube.com/@realdruidcitygames
https://www.druidcitygames.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jamesmatthewhudson/?hl=en


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
5:00 What We've Been Playing
17:40 Our Games to Introduce Others
56:50 Final Thoughts

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

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

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