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SHOP SPOTLIGHT DRAUGHTS

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Draughts began as an idea in late 2013 and, after a year of research, planning and hard work, we became a reality in 2014 and have been going ever since.

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OUT OF THE DARK
In two short years, Steamforged went from unknown newcomer to crowdfunding millions for its grand reworking of one of the most exalted video game series ever made. As Dark Souls emerges into the light, MD and co-founder Rich Loxam retraces the publisher’s journey and looks ahead at what’s to come
INSIDE THE SECRET BOARD GAME MAKER
We throw back the curtain on the unsung manufacturer responsible for producing some of the most acclaimed tabletop titles of the last decade – and a name you’ve probably never heard before
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THE MAKING OF CALL OF CTHULHU
More than 35 years after it debuted, Chaosium’s seminal RPG remains one of the most illustrious tabletop reimaginings of horror author H.P. Lovecraft’s twisted universe. Original designer Sandy Petersen and current line editor Mike Mason reflect on the title’s creation and lasting legacy
FEVER PITCHES – BLOOD BOWL VS GUILD BALL
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DON ESKRIDGE – LORD OF THE LIES
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WHEN PUSH COMES TO SHOVE
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HOT POTATO
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DOOM: THE BOARD GAME
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GOING COMMANDO
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AEON’S END
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BLOODBORNE: THE CARD GAME
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COTTAGE GARDEN
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