Episode 168: O Brave New World

Release Date: Jan. 21, 2012

Running Time: 162 min.

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Welcome to Tempest. This fictional city-state is the setting for a new series of games from publisher AEG. Play for power at royal court. Duel with merchants in back alleys. Orchestrate a grand conspiracy. Deliver a secret note to the Princess. Each game tells a story and gives players a new way to explore the world. We review the first four Tempest games: Courtier, Mercante, Dominare, and Love Letter.

News & Notes: Deluxe Tunnels & Trolls, Just In Time, Monopoly pawns
Tempest Games: Courtier, Mercante, Dominare, Love Letter

Game Sommelier: 5 games to play with a non-gamer recovering from illness.
Mail Bag: Spiel Scopa cards, DVDs, business manager

Complete Show Notes continue after the break.

News & Notes

Deluxe Tunnels & Trolls Kickstarter

A new updated and enhanced edition of the role playing classic!

Just In Time B GG | Ravensburger

Ubongo meets FITS and BITS = FUN!

New Monopoly Pawn Link

Vote to save one pawn and vote a new pawn in.

The World of Tempest

Tempest Designer Resource Link

Anyone can delve into the world of Tempest and submit games to AEG. The link above is a simple application for access to a wealth of knowledge and details about the world and AEG's vision for the series

Tempest Games

Courtier BGG | AEG

Maneuver your way through royal court to gain the favor of the Queen. The more petitions she grants, the more you will score.. before she is arrested!

Mercante BGG | A EG

Life on the docks is a brutal business for the merchants of Tempest. Bid on trade goods and use your workers to deliver contracts, always keeping a watchful eye out for skullduggery!

Dominare BGG | A EG