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‘Magic the Gathering’ Series 2 Funko POP Figures Revealed!

Tuesday, August 12th, 2014

Last week, a popular blog dedicated to Funko POP products called ‘Funkorific’ maintained by a Mr. TJ Norris (about TJ Norris), revealed the next wave of the popular Magic the Gathering Funko POP vinyl figures to be released. In addition, Mr. Norris’ blog post credits an Australian e-commerce website called Popculcha.com as the original source.

Included in Series 2 will be the iconic Magic the Gathering characters Sarkhan Vol, Tezzeret, Elspeth, Gideon Jura and Nicol Bolas. No release date was mentioned.

With out any further ado, check out what these amazing figures will potentially look like and rest assured, that Battleground Games & Hobbies will order them just as soon as we’re able to.

 

Nicol Bolas Funko POP Series 2

 

Sarkhan Vol Funko POP Series 2

 

Tezzeret Funko POP Series 2

 

Elspeth Tirel Funk POP Series 2

 

Gideon Jura Funk POP Series 2

 

 

 

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Wizards of the Coast Announces Modern at the Pro Tour

Monday, August 11th, 2014

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In case you missed it, earlier this month during Pro Tour Magic 2015, Wizards of the Coast – publishers of the popular card game Magic the Gathering – released the schedule of their 2014-2015 Premier Organized Play schedule, which includes the Magic the Gathering Pro Tour and Grand Prix events. However, this announcement caused quite a stir when it was relvealed that the format for each of the Pro Tour events next year would include only the “Standard Constructed” and “Booster Draft” formats.

 

Fans took to social media and reddit to complain in droves, most often stating that this is the “death of the ‘Modern’ format.”

 

Well, Wizards of the Coast must be listening to their passionate fan base. Last night, Director of Organized Play Helen Bergeot released a statement that the increasingly popular “Modern Constructed” format would indeed be showcased at the Magic the Gathering Pro Tour in 2015, as well as the addition of changing Grand Prix Vancouver to Modern as well.

 

Here is her statement, in it’s entirety:

“During Pro Tour Magic 2015, on August 2, we announced the schedule, locations, and formats for the 2015 Pro Tours. The Constructed format for all Pro Tours in that announcement was Standard.

 

Since then, we have received comments and concerns from the Magic community regarding this announcement, and the omission of Modern from the 2015 Pro Tour schedule. After evaluating all feedback and after further discussion, we have decided to add Modern to the 2015 Pro Tour schedule.

The Pro Tour in Washington D.C., which will take place from February 6–8 in 2015, will feature Modern Constructed and Booster Draft as the tournament’s formats. This is a change from the previous schedule announcement of Standard and Booster Draft.

In addition, the format for Grand Prix Vancouver, taking place February 21–22 in 2015, will be changed from Limited to Modern.

In order to address the community’s questions regarding this change and other changes related to the direction of Magic, its formats, and Organized Play, we will also be hosting a CoverItLive chat session on Tuesday, August 26, where Director of Global Brand Marketing Mark Purvis, Senior Director of R&D Aaron Forsythe, and I will answer the community’s questions. We will have more details—including the time for when this CoverItLive chat session will take place—later this month.

 

As always, we appreciate the feedback that you have provided us regarding recent announcements, and we will address the community’s questions accordingly.

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Helene Bergeot
Director of OP Programs & Operations
Wizards of the Coast”

 

What do you think of this change? Is this a good idea? Are you excited that the Pro Tour’s next year will have some format variety? Please let us know is the comments below!

 

 

 

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Two Expansions Planned for ‘The Resistance’ Card Game

Monday, August 11th, 2014

Indie Boards and Cards has announced two planned expansions for its deduction card game The Resistance this November, according to ICv2.com. Hidden Agenda and Hostile Intent were funded through a combined Kickstarter program that attracted pledges over $100,000, featuring promos and incentives that will not be included in the final retail version. In addition, both expansions include a number of “modules” that can be added to the base game in any combination.


 

Photo courtesy of ICv2.com.

 

Hidden Agenda includes three modules.  In “Assassin,” the roles from The Resistance:  Avalon have been re-themed and renamed for the Resistance Universe.  The “Defector” module introduces characters that can switch sides during the game.  And “Trapper” adds a spy-catcher mechanic to the game.

Photo courtesy of ICv2.com.

 

Hostile Intent also features three new modules.  “Hunter” shifts the focus from targeting the enemy’s facilities to neutralizing their leaders.  The “Reverser” can change the results of a mission, turning defeat into victory (or vice versa).  “Inquisitor,” meanwhile, introduces an ability from The Resistance:  Avalon that allows the Inquisitor player to examine the affiliations of other players.

 

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The Resistance was Indie Boards and Cards’ breakout hit in 2010.  It was featured on Geek & Sundry’s TableTop web program, and is currently available in 20 languages.  It is a deductive card game with similarities to the classic party game Mafia and plays in about 30 minutes. 

 

 

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TODAY – Magic M15 Game Day! Don’t Miss It!

Sunday, August 10th, 2014

 

Come to our M15 Game Day and play with the new cards on a global scale TODAY!

Sunday
ABINGTON
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: August 10th, 2014
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: $10.00 (prizes awarded based upon attendance)

 

Sunday
PLAINVILLE
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: August 10th, 2014
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: FREE


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Contact:
Please contact us at service@ battlegroundgames.com with any questions.



The event will cut to a top 8 or top 4 based on attendance. Deck lists are not required for this event.

 


All players will receive a full art, promo Reclamation Sage.  The top 8 players will receiver a foil, full art, promo Chief Engineer.



The winner of the event will receive a sweet, M15 Game Day Playmat (shown above).

 

Don’t forget to check out our Online Store for your Magic singles!
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THIS SUNDAY – Magic M15 Game Day

Friday, August 8th, 2014

 

 

Come to our M15 Game Day and play with the new cards on a global scale.

 

Sunday
ABINGTON
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: August 10th, 2014
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: $10.00 (prizes awarded based upon attendance)

 

Sunday
PLAINVILLE
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: August 10th, 2014
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: FREE


Battleground’s Facebook Page



Contact:
Please contact us at service@ battlegroundgames.com with any questions.



The event will cut to a top 8 or top 4 based on attendance. Deck lists are not required for this event.

 


All players will receive a full art, promo Reclamation Sage.  The top 8 players will receiver a foil, full art, promo Chief Engineer.



The winner of the event will receive a sweet, M15 Game Day Playmat (shown above).

 

Don’t forget to check out our Online Store for your Magic singles!
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D&D 5th Edition Player’s Handbook Has Arrived!

Thursday, August 7th, 2014

Photo courtesy of Wizards of the Coast.

 

The wait is over! The highly anticipated ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ 5th Edition Player’s Handbook has arrived at Battleground Games & Hobbies! This brand new D&D products is “…everything a player needs to create heroic character for the world’s greatest role-playing game [‘Dungeons & Dragons’].”

 

 

From the Wizards of the Coast official product page:

 

“The Player’s Handbook is the essential reference for every Dungeons & Dragons role-player. It contains rules for character creation and advancement, backgrounds and skills, exploration and combat, equipment, spells, and much more. Use this book to create exciting characters from among the most iconic D&D races and classes.

Dungeons & Dragons immerses you in a world of adventure. Explore ancient ruins and deadly dungeons. Battle monsters while searching for legendary treasures. Gain experience and power as you trek across uncharted lands with your companions.

The world needs heroes. Will you answer the call?”

 

 

All you have to do to answer the call is visit your local Battleground Games & Hobbies in either Abington, MA or Plainville, MA and pick up your copy today; or visit us online and have a copy of this amazing new book delivered right to your front door!

 

 

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Plus, please don’t forget to join us at Battleground Games & Hobbies on August 9th for the D&D 5th Edition Release event beginning at 10:00 AM and celebrate the release of the brand new Player’s Handbook!

 

 

 

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