Exploring somewhat of a new avenue with Magic: the Gathering, the latest set takes us to the plane of Theros, after which the set gets its name. The new set focuses on valiant heroes, powerful gods, and awesome monsters that bring us a handful of new mechanics. Boasting a few reprints of some...
You say hello to your neighbor as you put your fuzzy hobbit feet up on the bar and order yourself a pint. Your comrades cheer you on to tell a story of adventure, monsters, and hazards. Others question your tales, while others drink to your bravery! In the last quarter of 2013, Cubicle 7 is set to...
An ancient evil sits stirring in Varisia. A dark magic haunts the halls of ruins, cultists commit murder in the name of chaotic deities. The town of Sandpoint is about to fall siege to an onslaught of goblins. Terror is making its way back to the land, and it’s up to brave heroes to set back...
If you’re a fan of survival strategies or games that test your knowledge, you should know about Conflicted : The Survival Card Game. Last week, we posted a full review of the game and our experiences with it. I really do think that everyone should own this game because it applies to realistic...
If you have broad experience in regards to playing tabletop games, chances are you’ve played at least one survival game taking place after the apocalypse or the collapse of society. Whether it be alien invasion, zombies, or government gone out of control, we have all seen games that tested...
The mix-matched alliances in the world of Smash Up work to take down another base to mark it up as a victory, when the minds of the weak are filled with strange voices. From over the horizon march the newest members to this world, and with them, all the Madness of the Elder Gods and those that...
Having seen the plentiful harvests of mushrooms brought in to town from The Forest, the hobby of mushroom hunting – and eating!- appeals to you. After your first visit to The Forest, you find some mushrooms, but not enough to make a meal. Returning to town with a small handful, you are able...
We’re learning a lot about the upcoming Theros block for Magic: the Gathering this week! Over the long weekend Wizards of the Coast posted an article revealing each of the mechanics being introduced in Theros, and how we’ll be able to use them to our advantage. These mechanics are...
We here at Initiative : Tabletop enjoy a relaxing party game here and there in between our intense gaming sessions, including one that most gamers have at least heard of : Cards Against Humanity. Gaming company Vampire Squid Cards decided to have some fun and make their own (unauthorized,...
Guild – A medieval association of craftsmen or merchants, often having considerable power. What’s deadlier than a lone assassin? A group of assassins working together. And the more assassins you have, the more powerful each one becomes. This is true of any profession and why groups of...