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Gloomhaven: Jaws of the lion. Which perks to choose?

August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 Player One

In the face-off against monstrous beasts and nefarious priests, the most pure-hearted intentions and serious training may not suffice. The whims of chance, (or is it fate?), ultimately will have […]

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What is the strategic value of each Catan resources?

January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 Player One

As any competitive Catan player will tell you, the beginning of the game is crucial. The first settlements usually having a major impact on the rest of the game. A […]

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The fair Catan board quest

July 29, 2020January 30, 2023 Player One

One recurrent topic among regular Catan players is what constitutes a fair (or unfair) initial setup. But the definition of fairness vary from player to player…. Some people prefer a […]

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What is a balanced Catan board?

February 21, 2020January 20, 2023 Player One

With more than 22 million copies sold since its creation, Catan is, without doubt, one of the most played board games in the world. There are many reasons for the […]

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How many unique race tracks in Flamme Rouge? A combinatorial study of a modular board game

October 16, 2019October 16, 2019 Player One

When playing your favorite board game, having the option to set a different initial setup every time is a good way to keep things fresh. In Flamme Rouge, a study […]

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