Table Talk

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Table Talk episodes

January 24, 2020 123: Andrew Navaro, Former Head of Fantasy Flight Games
Former Head of Studio for Fantasy Flight Games, Andrew Navaro, joins us for a chat about his growth at FFG, how creative output can dissipate with advancement, and the future of the industry and his place within it.

Disclaimer: We have no interest in pressing Andrew to dish on the current state of FFG, and this interview is not that.

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1 hr 11 min
January 16, 2020 122: The End of Star Wars: Destiny
After many years of a frustrating "two steps forward, one step back" approach, Fantasy Flight Games announced the end of Star Wars: Destiny. We discuss what that might mean for us, for FFG, and for the future of the expandable format.

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1 hr 5 min
January 10, 2020 121: The 2020 Fantasy Flight Shakeup
Unofficial sources have confirmed that Fantasy Flight Games experienced significant layoffs this week, mainly affecting the RPG, Digital, and Board Games teams. We discuss the potential reasons for this move, and what it might mean for the future. Find all previous casts, as well as learning content and products on our website: https://teamcovenant.com
1 hr 8 min
December 13, 2019 120: Godtear and Product Alignment
Godtear utilizes excellent starter products, pre-assembled models, and a streamlined rulebook to get players to the table almost instantly - and what awaits them, perhaps unexpectedly, is a heavy strategy game. Is that a problem? Using Arena Rex, Crisis Protocol, and X-Wing as examples, we do our best to find the answer.

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1 hr 21 min
December 06, 2019 119: Uncertainty
Hot off the heels of a third Marvel Champions release date change, we discuss the uncertainty present in the tabletop gaming industry, how it happens from a retailer perspective, and why it matters.

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1 hr 5 min
November 23, 2019 118: Michael Boggs on Marvel Champions, Netrunner
Right from Covenant Tulsa, where Michael Boggs is attending our Marvel Champions Celebration Weekend event, we take a moment to chat about his journey from South Korea, to Netrunner, to being on the design team of arguably the biggest title of the year - the Marvel Champions LCG. Find all previous casts, as well as learning content and products on our website: https://teamcovenant.com
55 min
November 15, 2019 117: The Evolution of Product Design and Distribution
Marvel Champions, Crisis Protocol, and KeyForge point to an underlying evolution in product development and distribution. Champions shows a new way for LCGs, Crisis Protocol breaks out of complexity and faction-specificity, and KeyForge shows a long tail on unique games. Find all previous casts, as well as learning content and products on our website: https://teamcovenant.com
1 hr 11 min
November 08, 2019 116: KeyForge Worlds Collide Reflection
KeyForge sees its third set, Worlds Collide, this weekend, and we reflect on the journey from Call of the Archons, through Age of Ascension, to Worlds Collide - in the context of KeyForge occupying a very special place in the hobby. With FFG providing a solid foundation for design and OP, and continuing to build it in an intentional way, KeyForge has a bright future ahead. Find all previous casts, as well as learning content and products on our website: https://teamcovenant.com
1 hr 4 min
November 01, 2019 115: Marvel Champions Releases
Today is the official release date for the Marvel Champions Living Card Game, and we take a moment to soak it all up, discussing the strategy guide, unexpected favorite decks, Cosmic Tokens, and Champions Weekend.

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1 hr 9 min
October 25, 2019 114: Worlds Ends, the Marvel Era Begins
We're so ready for the upcoming Marvel games. Things kick off with Crisis Protocol a week after the Move Set videos, continue into the Champions chaos with early and non-existent release dates, and conclude with a recap of Zach's experience at Star Wars Worlds.

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1 hr 4 min

About Table Talk

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A weekly discussion about the evolution of the tabletop gaming industry, from the perspective of Steven and Zach—two long-time friends who started playing games together as kids in the '90s and then founded Covenant in 2007. They provide a uniquely well-informed, candid, and holistic perspective shaped by decades of industry experience.