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Episode 356: Ofrenda, Ace of Spaces, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons, Celestia

Episode 356: Ofrenda, Ace of Spaces, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons, Celestia

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 00:02:00 Introduction00:04:30 Superman Thoughts00:11:30 Summer Movie Results00:15:00 Horrified D&D00:18:30 Middle Ages00:21:30 AgricolaHerd Mentality/ MonsDRAWsity00:29:00 Portal Games00:30:30 Celestia00:36:00 Ofrenda00:45:30 Miniature Market00:46:25 Ace of Spades00:51:30 Game Toppers LLC00:53:30 Outro Ofrenda, Ace of Spades, and Celestia are on the table for this episode. Each game offers distinct thematic journeys, yet all challenge players to make clever decisions under pressure. Ofrenda is a vibrant card-placement game inspired by Día de los Muertos, where players build altars to honor deceased relatives. The goal is to fulfill each spirit’s wishes by arranging portraits, offerings, candles, and marigolds in just the right configuration—while avoiding family drama from beyond the grave. Ace of Spades, on the other hand, plunges players into a supernatural Old West showdown. Using poker-style mechanics, you duel demonic minions and descend into the inferno to confront Lord Overkill. It’s a solo or co-op experience that blends hand management with thematic grit, offering escalating tension and strategic depth. Celestia shifts gears into a whimsical airborne adventure. Players board a fantastical aircraft and journey through sky cities, collecting treasures while facing hazards like pirates and lightning storms. Each round, a new captain rolls dice to determine challenges, and passengers must decide whether to trust the captain or jump ship to claim their loot. It’s a push-your-luck game with bluffing and risk assessment at its core, wrapped in dreamy artwork and accessible rules. Thanks for listening and hope to see you at Gen Con. And a big thanks to everyone coming to the strike tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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