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11/04/2024

We may have had some special guests for this weeks episode of Multiplayer Madness.

Be sure to check out the episode when it gets released on Friday, November 8 at 12 PM CT!

10/25/2024

This weeks episode of Multiplayer Madness is LIVE! We are joined this week by Chappy from Sketching Out Lorcana as well as Winter's Lorcana...and man oh man was this a fun one. Check the link down below to check out the episode!

YouTube: https://youtu.be/O4Y5E36Q4zU

10/21/2024

In this weeks Podcast episode, we are talking all about multiplayer deckbuilding! Now, there's a LOT of things that go into deckbuilding and making a good deck, but in order to get there, there's a good deal of basics and fundamentals you should understand BEFORE you start making your deck. To that end, we thought we would take listeners and viewers through a hefty introduction to the entire deckbuilding process before we dive head first into more advanced subjects on the topic. So, buckle up, and we hope you enjoy the episode!

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10/21/2024

Getting last week's Multiplayer Madness episode posted a little bit later than usual. Had the render fail about 10 times before we were able to fix the issue, but here we are! Last week, we were joined by Katie with the Lore Keepers Inn as well as Illumiqueer Lindz as we battled a LONG fought game! We laughed, we cried, we battled...but who do YOU think came out on top? Be sure to check out the video below to find out!

YouTube: https://youtu.be/se9hoSc5cEE

10/14/2024

Hey all! It's been a while since we've posted to our FaceBook account...but here we are! Starting today, we are FINALLY going to be updating this page each and every week with our weekly uploads of the Podcast, as well as our Disney Lorcana we**am show "Multiplayer Madness!" So, to that end, here is this weeks episode of the podcast!

In this weeks episode, Dan and Jim touch (again) on the topic of the Rule Zero conversation, the social contract, and how it all relates to Multiplayer formats in Disney Lorcana. There's a little bit of a history lesson in this episode, so strap in for another amazing episode of the podcast!

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09/30/2023

Alright folks, we're excited to finally announce that we have hobbies + happiness merchandise! We've been wanting to offer merchandise for a while, just have never really gotten around to setting up a store. Well, we've finally changed that! You can check out our merch store by following the link down below. More designs and merchandise will be added in the future, as I know there are not many designs there now. For those interested in supporting us, be sure to check out the merch store on Bonfire by following the link!

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09/18/2023

Week #3 of Alpha Clash TCG Clashgrounds spoiler season has come and gone...and man oh man, did we have some doozies! We recap the weekly spoilers in this video, so be sure to check this out if you missed any of the cards that we spoiled last week! Be sure to also check out the video as we linked each of the creators spoiler posts so you can be sure to give those creators some love as well!

Which of the cards spoiled were your favorite? We know which ones we're excited to brew with, but be sure to let us know which cards you're most excited for down below!

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Z0oYB6Q8ruA?si=vCbwUktVR9XjpBgW

09/08/2023

Thanks again to Ridge and the entire Alpha Clash TCG team for the opportunity to show off some new cards for you all. So with that, we present to you Downtown Chicago and Mystery Item! Downtown Chicago is going to be a great tech card when you come up against weapon focused decks (Sorry Moxie!). Mystery Item can give you...well it's always gonna be a mystery! 😂🤣 Really love the flavor of this card, and we're gonna love (hopefully) drawing a lot of cards and gaining a bunch of life off of the card.

Again, in case you missed the video, be sure to check the link below so you can watch our thoughts on the cards.

Clashgrounds releases on November 10th with a pre-release date of November 3rd. Be sure to contact your LGS and have them get those orders in!

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/6c9fFES6kB4

09/05/2023

A little bit late to the game, as Week #2 has already kicked off...but we recap Week #1 Spoilers from Clashgrounds, Alpha Clash TCG's second set. In case you missed any of the spoilers from last week, or you just want to get our takes on the cards, be sure to check out our recap down below! Don't forget to let us know what you think of the cards as well!

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08/31/2023

Thanks again to Star Wars: Unlimited Presented by FFG for the opportunity to show you all Fett's Firespray, Pursuing the Bounty! Fett's Firespray is a 6 cost Cunning and Villainy Space Unit with a 5/6 stat line and the following abilities: "When Played: If you control Boba Fett or Jango Fett🤯, ready this unit" and has an Action ability where you can pay 2 resources to exhaust a non-unique unit!

When we talked about the new Legendary Boba Fett Ground Unit yesterday, we mentioned how awesome it would be if we had a way to outright exhaust units on the battlefield, and now we have it!

What do you all think of this new card? Fett's Firespray is seeming like it is going to fit right into decks that look to implement a good range of tempo plays and strategies...as well of course any decks that are running Boba Fett. Be sure to let us know what you think in the comments down below, and don't forget to check out our video where we discuss the card!

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/TozOTpmoOoU?si=1np_JiLcvXuy3Uvs

08/30/2023

Thanks to Star Wars: Unlimited Presented by FFG for the chance to show off a new preview card from Star Wars Unlimited Spark of Rebellion, Boba Fett, Disintegrator! Boba Fett is a 3 costed Villainy and Cunning grount unit with a 3/5 stat line and has an "On Attack" which reads "If this unit is attacking an exhausted unit that didn't enter play this round, deal 3 damage to the defender."

Boba Fett has the potential to change the course of a game. He is a very cheap unit but has so much upside and potential, especially as a board control unit. Thanks again to Fantasy Flight Games for the opportunity to show off this card to you!

What do you all think of this spoiler? Is Boba Fett going to be THE chase legendary of the set? Be sure to let us know what you think!

07/24/2023

We've got new Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game cards to show you! Check out the video, and then let us know what you think of these new cards!

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07/22/2023

If you missed it last night, we were fortunate to reveal a new Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game live on stream! You can check out the clip from the stream down below along with the card, which man oh man...this Jafar looks so daunting! A phenomenal piece of artwork, and a very interesting effect!

06/10/2023

We’re ready for our game day! Look forward to seeing all who come out!

Don’t forget the change of venue!

Ashburn Baptist Chicago
3647 W 83rd St, Chicago, IL 60652

06/09/2023

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TOMORROWS EVENT! The venue has changed to the following location:

Ashburn Baptist Church
3647 W 83rd Street
Chicago, IL 60652

We hope to see you there!

05/21/2023

We finally have this DC Deck Building Game gameplay video from the Teen Titans expansion finished and uploaded! This was a blast and a really close game. We hope you enjoy the video, and let us know what you think!

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05/03/2023

There will be NO podcast episode released today! We've been spending some quality time with family this past week, and celebrating some birthdays. We will be back better than ever with a new episode next week! And...everyone be sure to wish Jim a Happy Birthday today!

05/01/2023

Dan's kids wanted to do a YouTube video with their Dad...so we made one! We broke out Ring it On! Disney Edition, showed you all how to play, and played a quick game! It was a great time, and we hope you all enjoy it as much as we did making it!

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