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December 24, 2016
December 24, 2016: A Visit From An Ogre
I wrote this for a special event, intending it as a kind of sendoff for the
Ogre Designer's Edition
. Now it seems appropriate to use it as a welcome for the upcoming release of
Ogre Sixth Edition
. What says "Happy Holidays" better than a giant cybernetic tank trying to destroy a command post?
A Visit from an Ogre
by Stephen Sciame
Based on Ogre by Steve Jackson and A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through command
people were preparing with attack orders in hand;
The howitzers were placed by the building with care,
determined no enemy unit would get there;
The soldiers were geared up all snug in their tanks,
Watching the monitors in their computer banks;
And GEV pilots kicking up dust in their wake,
Came back toward the base to take a short break,
When suddenly at one post there arose such a clamor,
Everyone sprang up to see what was the matter.
When on the monitor there showed a new motion,
Appearing out on the river, approaching from the ocean.
The moon shining bright on the snow,
Gave the light of midday to the infantry below,
When what to everyone's terrified eyes did appear,
But a cybernetic tank, bringing new meaning to fear,
With a complement of missiles and armor plating thick,
They knew right away they must prepare quick.
More rapid than any tank the monstrosity came,
And the men in the post knew the enemy by name:
"It's an Ogre, it looks like a Mark Five,
We need to stop it quickly if we want to stay alive.
Get the tanks in motion and the howitzers on call!
Get the GEVs back out there, we're going to need them all!"
Back toward the front the GEVs did fly,
While the howitzers' bombardment began to fill the sky;
When from the giant tank a missile suddenly flew
The three lead GEVs quickly became two.
And then, with a roar that was heard through the field,
Came the first GEV hits with nuclear yield.
The response from the Ogre did just as loudly resound,
And under its treads disabled GEVs were driven into the ground
They were armored for defense with long range to boot,
The missile tank's volleying attack left the snow covered in soot;
The Ogre's treads were damaged as were some guns on its back,
While the big tanks, the heavies, moved in hunting as a pack.
The shells, how they fired, the Ogre was wary,
Its own guns blazed back its opponents to harry.
The command was then given to take out those guns,
Two more heavies fell 'fore the task was done;
The last heavy commander took aim and gritted his teeth,
Through the smoke he saw another gun down and sighed with relief;
The Ogre still had weapons that fired out more rounds,
That took out the tank and rained fragments all over the ground.
The howitzers could finally hit the giant tank,
And new damage was showing quickly on its flank;
The general yelled to the infantry to take out its treads,
The men rushed at the Ogre, though full of dread;
It spoke not a word, as its weapons cut the infantry down,
And decoding the enemies' battle plans turned right around,
To run over the last of the mechanical units that had come in too close,
And after taking out the howitzers headed back at the command post;
It crashed through the walls turning the command into rubble,
The mission complete it headed back to its lines on the double.
Though no one was left to hear as it rolled away from the fight –
The robot called out: "Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"
– Stephen Sciame, MIB 1201
Warehouse 23 News: Your Munchkin Needs More Goblins
Is your goblin horde more of a goblin clique? Not for long! Check out our newest booster pack for Munchkin Pathfinder – Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious ! Swell your goblin ranks today with your very own copy from Warehouse 23!
A Visit from an Ogre
by Stephen Sciame
Based on Ogre by Steve Jackson and A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through command
people were preparing with attack orders in hand;
The howitzers were placed by the building with care,
determined no enemy unit would get there;
The soldiers were geared up all snug in their tanks,
Watching the monitors in their computer banks;
And GEV pilots kicking up dust in their wake,
Came back toward the base to take a short break,
When suddenly at one post there arose such a clamor,
Everyone sprang up to see what was the matter.
When on the monitor there showed a new motion,
Appearing out on the river, approaching from the ocean.
The moon shining bright on the snow,
Gave the light of midday to the infantry below,
When what to everyone's terrified eyes did appear,
But a cybernetic tank, bringing new meaning to fear,
With a complement of missiles and armor plating thick,
They knew right away they must prepare quick.
More rapid than any tank the monstrosity came,
And the men in the post knew the enemy by name:
"It's an Ogre, it looks like a Mark Five,
We need to stop it quickly if we want to stay alive.
Get the tanks in motion and the howitzers on call!
Get the GEVs back out there, we're going to need them all!"
Back toward the front the GEVs did fly,
While the howitzers' bombardment began to fill the sky;
When from the giant tank a missile suddenly flew
The three lead GEVs quickly became two.
And then, with a roar that was heard through the field,
Came the first GEV hits with nuclear yield.
The response from the Ogre did just as loudly resound,
And under its treads disabled GEVs were driven into the ground
They were armored for defense with long range to boot,
The missile tank's volleying attack left the snow covered in soot;
The Ogre's treads were damaged as were some guns on its back,
While the big tanks, the heavies, moved in hunting as a pack.
The shells, how they fired, the Ogre was wary,
Its own guns blazed back its opponents to harry.
The command was then given to take out those guns,
Two more heavies fell 'fore the task was done;
The last heavy commander took aim and gritted his teeth,
Through the smoke he saw another gun down and sighed with relief;
The Ogre still had weapons that fired out more rounds,
That took out the tank and rained fragments all over the ground.
The howitzers could finally hit the giant tank,
And new damage was showing quickly on its flank;
The general yelled to the infantry to take out its treads,
The men rushed at the Ogre, though full of dread;
It spoke not a word, as its weapons cut the infantry down,
And decoding the enemies' battle plans turned right around,
To run over the last of the mechanical units that had come in too close,
And after taking out the howitzers headed back at the command post;
It crashed through the walls turning the command into rubble,
The mission complete it headed back to its lines on the double.
Though no one was left to hear as it rolled away from the fight –
The robot called out: "Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!"
– Stephen Sciame, MIB 1201
Warehouse 23 News: Your Munchkin Needs More Goblins
Is your goblin horde more of a goblin clique? Not for long! Check out our newest booster pack for Munchkin Pathfinder – Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious ! Swell your goblin ranks today with your very own copy from Warehouse 23!
December 23, 2016
December 23, 2016: Rudolph The Regular Guy
If any of you out there are like me, you're panicking right now because you still have gifts to buy and time is most definitely running out.
That's why I want to sing you a song I heard recently, about a last-minute shopper who had a happy ending. Enjoy!
That's why I want to sing you a song I heard recently, about a last-minute shopper who had a happy ending. Enjoy!
Rudolph the Regular Guy
Rudolph the regular guy
Had a very long gift list.
He never got 'round to shopping!
Now all his friends will be … mad.
So with two days till Christmas
He ventured out to the stores!
But he had no idea
Where to make holiday scores!
Then through the crowded outdoor mall
Rudolph saw a sign:
"Boardgames and card games make great gifts!"
In the window at his FLGS!
Then how Rudolph's friends loved him!
As they shouted out with glee,
"Rudolph the regular guy!
I love what you got for me!"
And the best part about that song is that it's probably 100% true, somewhere, for someone. Probably. Since your friendly local game stores are, in fact, great spots to buy last-minute gifts. Like some of our games, as detailed in our gift guides, for example.
So get out there. Be like Rudolph.
– Ariel Barkhurst
Warehouse 23 News: 2016 Munchkin Tavern Items Are Now Available
Did you miss out on the 2016 Munchkin Tavern at GenCon in August? Not to worry! We have the items from the Tavern, exclusively on Warehouse 23. Get yours now before they disappear!
December 22, 2016
December 22, 2016: Ogre Sixth Edition Rumbling Into Stores Now!
Are you prepared for the Ogre's approach? You'd better be, because Ogre Sixth Edition is hitting stores now!
Inside the box, you'll find all the supplies you need to play classic Ogre , with awesome 3-D Ogres and Command Posts, as well as full-color unit counters. Giant mapboards can be customized with terrain overlays to make each mission your own, as you roll hits with your new pearl-white dice. I could describe it more, or you could watch our unboxing and see for yourself!
Ogre Sixth Edition is the perfect entry-point to gaming for potential wargamers, fans of sci-fi, or even folks who missed out on Ogre Designer's Edition a few years ago. In addition to fast, brutal, and fun game play, Ogre Sixth Edition will open the door to the Ogre universe, which will expand in 2017, starting with Ogre Reinforcements . More units equals more fun! Or it equals more ammo . . . and more ammo equals more fun!
Plus, we're starting up Ogre Organized Play in early 2017, where players can hone their skills against the opposition, and win cool gear doing it! Unlock achievements, defend your Command Post, or roll over your opponent's defenses with a mechanical monster, all at your local game shop!
Pick up Ogre Sixth Edition at your friendly local game store today, just in time for Christmas! It's the perfect gift for the future general in your life.
– Hunter Shelburne
Warehouse 23 News: The Warehouse May Be Closed, But . . .
. . . you can still get your digital downloads! Check out all the GURPS pdfs available for download today. You can still order physical items for shipment early next year, as well. Look for everything you could want for GURPS or any other Steve Jackson Games on Warehouse 23 now!
December 21, 2016
December 21, 2016: It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year . . . For Games!
Saved all your gift buying for the last minute? Me, too! While I am sure you have checked out our Munchkin Fan Gift Guide and a few different gift guides, I have more suggestions!
It's time to use your brother-in-law's neighbor's Amazon Prime account (if you are paying for your own Prime account, good job) to get your presents delivered to you just in time for gift-giving! I recommend checking out:
Munchkin Wonderland – Bring the children to the Munchkin side! Fall down the rabbit hole into the world of Alice in Munchkin Wonderland ! With jokes and cute art by John Kovalic, it's perfect for kids 6 and up!
Munchkin Oz Guest Artist Edition – Katie Cook is at it again! Her cute art will make you want to loot Emerald City over and over again!
Munchkin Deluxe – Can't go wrong with a classic!
Simon's Cat Card Game – Purrfect game for stocking-stuffing or for the first day of Hanukkah! With a low price and cute imagery, what's stopping you from buying it right meow?
And of course, you can always visit your Friendly Local Game Store for some awesome-possum gifts!
To quote Elf-is Presley, "I have left the building, and gone home to logon to Amazon Prime and buy some neat games."
-- Veronica Leon
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 20, 2016
December 20, 2016: Munchkin Comics #24 Will Swoop Into Stores Soon! Mwah!
Sometimes, Munchkin comics from BOOM! Studios answers the real questions we all have in life. Questions like, "What would it be like to go on dates with the monsters from Munchkin ?"
And in this case, the answer is . . . Annoying. At least, Spyke and Flower seem to be annoyed by their speed-dating experience in "You Meet At The Tavern…", a story penned by Munchkin Czar Andrew Hackard and drawn by Phil Murphy. Turns out Ghoulfiends, Net Trolls, and Maul Rats aren't exactly sparkling conversationalists. Neither Spyke nor Flower reacts well to their series of bad dates. But that's okay; in the end, they both return to what they really love.
And that's what this issue is all about: Love. And Munchkin Valentines . But mostly love.
The comic's second story answers another question entirely: "How do you superhero?" You'll have to read the issue to get a step-by-step answer, written and illustrated by Art Baltazar. It's very detailed. It even tells you how to handle your laundry. Will it prepare you for real superheroing? Maybe. Will it prepare you for playing Super Munchkin Guest Artist Edition? Yes!
– Ariel Barkhurst
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 19, 2016
December 19, 2016: A Munchkin Guest Artist Season's Greeting
This time of year, everyone is getting into the holiday spirit – including our guest artists! These talented folks are the pens behind our Munchkin Guest Artist Edition line, celebrating the 15th anniversary of Munchkin . Each of them has contributed their own take on the Munchkin characters, so I asked a few of them what they think the true meaning of Christmas is . . . to a munchkin!
The answers were sometimes funny, sometimes heartwarming, and always special. Heck, Lar DeSouza ( Super Munchkin Guest Artist Edition ) even responded with an original picture (right)! Thanks so much to all of the artists who made 2016, and are making 2017, amazing years for Munchkin !
"The true meaning of Christmas is sharing the loot you grabbed with the friends you just stabbed in the back. Who are dead. So no sharing. It's a Christmas miracle!" – Len Peralta (Star Munchkin Guest Artist Edition, Munchkin Apocalypse Guest Artist Edition)
"The true meaning of Christmas . . . No crying, no fighting, be nice to each other. That's what I tell my kids. Oh. And eat lots of good food!" – Art Baltazar (Super Munchkin Guest Artist Edition)
"For a munchkin, I'm sure the meaning of the holidays is maybe 1-2 days with no monster trying to kill them. Even monsters take Christmas off." – Katie Cook (Munchkin Cthulhu Guest Artist Edition, Munchkin Oz Guest Artist Edition)
– Hunter Shelburne
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 18, 2016
December 18, 2016: Crowdfunding Focus: Kingdom Death: Monster 1.5
Not many Kickstarters make millions of dollars. Even fewer do that in a matter of hours. But that's what happened for Kingdom Death: Monster 1.5 (WARNING: some adult content), which launched its campaign in late November. This dungeon-horror fantasy game made over two million dollars in its initial 1.0 run; destroying all expectations with the 1.5 launch, it currently sits at over seven million dollars.
I was one of the people who passed on Kingdom Death: Monster the first time around, but I couldn't stop thinking about it. It has stellar miniatures (its calling card among gamer circles). But the fact is, the game seems solid. I haven't played it myself, but after watching multiple walk-throughs and getting first-hand accounts from my friends, this is a campaign I'm interested in jumping into.
But ready to jump you must be, because the price of entry is steep. To get a full game experience, you need to drop $250. I will say that the quality of the components seems to justify the cost, though of course you'll have to decide that for yourself. Keep an eye on the fulfillment time frames as well. While the original Kingdom Death: Monster campaign had notoriously long shipment times, this one seems to have realistic promises, even if it takes a while. Don't go in expecting a ton of games coming in early 2017.
Regardless of your opinion on the game, this campaign is making a big impact on the boardgame industry, so it's worth watching.
– Hunter Shelburne
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 17, 2016
December 17, 2016: Need Holiday Gift Ideas? We've Got Something For Everyone!
Whether you need stocking stuffers, gift ideas for casual gamers, or serious unwrappables for serious gamers, we've got something for you this holiday season. And it's all waiting for you at your friendly local game store!
Simon's Cat Card Game
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Stocking Stuffer; Party-Game Lovers; Cat Lovers; Actual Cats
This is one of those games you can start playing as soon as it's unwrapped – it's quick to play and easy to learn. (Not to mention the enticing hot-pink packaging decorated with images of adorable pets straight from Simon Tofield's hit web series.) Whoever receives this will want a game immediately.
And when they do, they'll surely be happy with their gift: After all, Simon's Cat Card Game got such good reviews that our first printing sold out in months. But another printing is in stores now! It's a fun, fast game. Toss one in everybody's stocking!
Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Stocking Stuffer; Super-Villains
Give the gift of super-villainy this holiday season. In this dice game, you are classic villains in Gotham City, trying to grab the most cash before Batman arrives!
It's quick to learn – you roll dice, hoping to see money-bags, while avoiding Batman, balancing the risk and the reward each time you decide on one more roll. Kids love it, but so do grownups; everyone wants to play the bad guy every once in a while . . .
If you like Zombie Dice , Chupacabra: Survive the Night , or any of our other dice games, you'll love Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game .
Ogre Sixth Edition
Great gift idea for: New Wargamers; Ogre Fans; Aspiring Tank Commanders
Ogre is the classic game of futuristic warfare, set in the year 2085. Approaching its 40th anniversary, this classic is a quick, fun entry point into the wargaming hobby.
Now you can pick up Ogre Sixth Edition at your friendly local game store! Gamers will love the head-to-head action of one massive Ogre versus an army of defenders.
Plus, with this new release, we have plenty of supplements and add-ons planned to support the game. Giving someone Ogre Sixth Edition is like giving them the keys to a whole new world full of nuclear bullets, three-foot-thick steel armor, and bloodthirsty artificial intelligence.
Ogre: Objective 218
Great gift idea for: Any Gamer; Ogre Fan; Stocking Stuffer; Card-Game Fan
Based on the world of Ogre and the game-play of modern classic The Battle for Hill 218 , this card game delivers a lot of play in a portable package. It's a great stocking stuffer for anyone who will appreciate a war-themed game in their sock.
Also check out our How To Play video on YouTube!
Bill & Ted's Excellent Boardgame
Great gift idea for: Pop-Culture Aficionados; Casual Gamers; Members of the Band "Wyld Stallyns"
In this programming game, players are Bill & Ted, piloting their phone booth through space and time to collect personages of historical significance. The twist is that the phone booth gets a little harder to handle every time you pick up a new historical figure, so be careful!
Pick up this nostalgic title for anyone who appreciates Keanu Reeves' one true role.
I Hate Zombies
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Party-Game Lovers; Stocking Stuffer; Zombie Fans; Zombie Haters
This easy-to-learn game pits a team of humans against a team of zombies. The humans have special powers, but they're always on the defensive as the zombies attack! The teams play rock-paper-scissors until one team is eliminated – either all the zombies are dead or all the humans are zombies.
It's a great party game, small enough to be a stocking stuffer.
Hopefully, this list gives you a bit of inspiration to pick out that perfect gift for the gamer in your life. Get these games and more at your friendly local game store today! And if you're of the Munchkin persuasion, check out our Munchkin Fan Gift Guide over on Medium.
-- Ariel Barkhurst
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
Simon's Cat Card Game
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Stocking Stuffer; Party-Game Lovers; Cat Lovers; Actual Cats
This is one of those games you can start playing as soon as it's unwrapped – it's quick to play and easy to learn. (Not to mention the enticing hot-pink packaging decorated with images of adorable pets straight from Simon Tofield's hit web series.) Whoever receives this will want a game immediately.
And when they do, they'll surely be happy with their gift: After all, Simon's Cat Card Game got such good reviews that our first printing sold out in months. But another printing is in stores now! It's a fun, fast game. Toss one in everybody's stocking!
Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Stocking Stuffer; Super-Villains
Give the gift of super-villainy this holiday season. In this dice game, you are classic villains in Gotham City, trying to grab the most cash before Batman arrives!
It's quick to learn – you roll dice, hoping to see money-bags, while avoiding Batman, balancing the risk and the reward each time you decide on one more roll. Kids love it, but so do grownups; everyone wants to play the bad guy every once in a while . . .
If you like Zombie Dice , Chupacabra: Survive the Night , or any of our other dice games, you'll love Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game .
Ogre Sixth Edition
Great gift idea for: New Wargamers; Ogre Fans; Aspiring Tank Commanders
Ogre is the classic game of futuristic warfare, set in the year 2085. Approaching its 40th anniversary, this classic is a quick, fun entry point into the wargaming hobby.
Now you can pick up Ogre Sixth Edition at your friendly local game store! Gamers will love the head-to-head action of one massive Ogre versus an army of defenders.
Plus, with this new release, we have plenty of supplements and add-ons planned to support the game. Giving someone Ogre Sixth Edition is like giving them the keys to a whole new world full of nuclear bullets, three-foot-thick steel armor, and bloodthirsty artificial intelligence.
Ogre: Objective 218
Great gift idea for: Any Gamer; Ogre Fan; Stocking Stuffer; Card-Game Fan
Based on the world of Ogre and the game-play of modern classic The Battle for Hill 218 , this card game delivers a lot of play in a portable package. It's a great stocking stuffer for anyone who will appreciate a war-themed game in their sock.
Also check out our How To Play video on YouTube!
Bill & Ted's Excellent Boardgame
Great gift idea for: Pop-Culture Aficionados; Casual Gamers; Members of the Band "Wyld Stallyns"
In this programming game, players are Bill & Ted, piloting their phone booth through space and time to collect personages of historical significance. The twist is that the phone booth gets a little harder to handle every time you pick up a new historical figure, so be careful!
Pick up this nostalgic title for anyone who appreciates Keanu Reeves' one true role.
I Hate Zombies
Great gift idea for: Casual Gamers; Party-Game Lovers; Stocking Stuffer; Zombie Fans; Zombie Haters
This easy-to-learn game pits a team of humans against a team of zombies. The humans have special powers, but they're always on the defensive as the zombies attack! The teams play rock-paper-scissors until one team is eliminated – either all the zombies are dead or all the humans are zombies.
It's a great party game, small enough to be a stocking stuffer.
Hopefully, this list gives you a bit of inspiration to pick out that perfect gift for the gamer in your life. Get these games and more at your friendly local game store today! And if you're of the Munchkin persuasion, check out our Munchkin Fan Gift Guide over on Medium.
-- Ariel Barkhurst
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 16, 2016
December 16, 2016: New Releases For November
November is the month of giving thanks, and we gave a lot of thanks for all these new releases. Batman makes his dramatic entrance, and a couple of old-school series added new content. All that, plus new
Munchkin
accessories galore, as well as a holiday-themed
Munchkin
coloring book and a limited edition of one of our most popular games! Who could ask for more? Look for these new releases at your friendly local game store, just in time for Christmas!
Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game
Become a Super-Villain in Gotham City! Can you escape the World's Greatest Detective?
The Joker, Catwoman, The Riddler, and Poison Ivy are pulling off elaborate heists to score as much loot as they can carry! Based on the award-winning TV show, Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game lets you become a Super-Villain in a press-your-luck game for the whole family. Roll the dice and take advantage of each villain's diabolical abilities to scheme your way to victory before getting busted by Batman!
You can find Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game at your local game store and select Hot Topic retailers.
Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition
The humor of Munchkin and the fantasy of Pathfinder join forces again, with an all-new look!
Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition gives players the same goblin-bashing, dragon-slaying fun of the original, now illustrated by Shane White, whose art has been featured in the Pathfinder: Goblins! comic series. Iconic classes such as the Witch meet the Red Mantis Assassin and other factions to take on fan-favorite monsters such as the Whispering Tyrant and Lamashtu. Arm yourself, kill hordes of goblins, and grab all the treasure!
Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious
Is your goblin horde more of a goblin clique? Not for long!
Swell your goblin ranks with Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious , a booster for Munchkin that overruns your game with this classic fantasy enemy.
Contains 10 new monster cards and five goblin-related treasures with all-new Shane White (Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition) illustrations!
This is an expansion for Munchkin Pathfinder. It is not a stand-alone game. This is NOT a collectible or randomized set. Every Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious pack is the same as every other.
Munchkin Pathfinder Playmat: Presents Unaccounted For
What do Munchkin games and Christmas have in common? Both are chances to amass a bunch of new loot!
That's where this playmat comes in: It helps you keep your Munchkin loot organized when you play. There are spots for held items, headgear, footgear, Class, Race, and anything else. And with great art from comic artist Shane White, the playmat itself is a valuable piece of treasure, too!
As a bonus, there's a special rule for anyone playing with this mat: Once per game, except during combat, discard a Goblin from your hand to take as many Treasures as it is worth!
Munchkin Playmat: Spyke's Christmas Wish
We wish you a Spyke-y Christmas . . .
Intimidate your opponents with this Munchkin playmat featuring a scene from every loot-lover's favorite holiday! Illustrated by Lar deSouza, this 14" × 28" playmat includes spots to keep track of your Class, Race, Level, and all the rest of your loot!
Bonus: Get an in-game gift for using this mat! You've been good this year – draw an item from the treasure discard pile once per game.
12 Days Of Munchkin Coloring Book
Make Your Yuletide Slay!
This 28-page coloring book illustrates Christmas the Munchkin way – by showing just how much havoc Spyke wreaks with his chainsaw on each of the 12 days of Christmas! Hint: Many orcs, trolls, and other fantasy creatures did in fact die in the making of this product.
So color it yourself, or give it to your real munchkins so they can learn all about monster-killing!
The book also comes with 10 unique Munchkin cards, which means when you're done coloring, you can shuffle the new cards right into any Munchkin game to do some slaying of your own.
The 12 Days of Munchkin Christmas Coloring Book is illustrated by Len Peralta, the artist behind Munchkin The Guild and Star Munchkin Guest Artist Edition .
Munchkin Standard Card Sleeves: Spyke
Guard your cards!
Protect your standard-sized cards from slobbering dragons, wayward ducks, and most instances of spontaneous combustion with this fabulous accessory for use with any poker-sized deck. Your enemies will shudder in fear when you reveal that your deck is protected by sleeves decorated with the classic John Kovalic image of Spyke and his Chainsaw of Bloody Dismemberment!
Compatible with many popular collectible card games, you'll also want to use these card sleeves with the upcoming Munchkin Collectible Card Game !
Munchkin Standard Card Sleeves: Flower
Guard your cards . . . even more!
Protect your poker-sized cards from natural disasters including tornadoes, flocks of ducks, and bent corners with these high-quality card sleeves.
Using them might even help scare off your enemies . . . each sleeve is adorned with John Kovalic art depicting Flower brandishing her Unnatural Axe!
Compatible with many popular collectible card games, you'll also want to use these card sleeves with the upcoming Munchkin Collectible Card Game !
Munchkin #23
The munchkins jump down the rabbit hole in this month's issue of Munchkin!
No, really: They jump. There's no falling involved. And once they hit Wonderland, they . . . hit Wonderland. Hard. A lot. And with assorted weaponry. (Did you expect them to just chat with the Mad Hatter, Alice-style? Nah.) In the second story, find out more than you ever realized there was to know about the psychology of a munchkin fated to fight . . . the Gazebo. There are 12 stages of Gazebo grief, you see.
Look in the back pages of this issue for a special promo code to get The Official Munchkin Bookmark of Wonderland Withdrawal! plus five Munchkin promo cards from Warehouse 23. And, of course, there's a bonus Munchkin rule!
Ogre Scenario Book 2
A stockpile of new, ready-to-play Ogre adventures!
Ogre Scenario Book 2 has 14 complete, fan-created scenarios, all using components from Ogre Designer's Edition . In "Marc-O Polo," a missile strike has damaged the Ogre's sensors, leaving it partially blind. In "Storming the Castle," warlord-led factions compete to capture an embattled AI. And finally, "Wounded Company: Ogre Rescue" follows an impetuous Vulcan determined to rescue an immobilized Mark V. Plus 11 more adventures!
Also look for Ogre Sixth Edition , coming out later this month!
GURPS Dungeon Fantasy Denizens: Swashbucklers
Slaying in Style!
This is your in-depth guide to giving your GURPS dungeon delver some finesse and flair! With tons of detail on the swashbuckling professions, GURPS Dungeon Fantasy Denizens: Swashbucklers helps your daring, dashing rogue speak with a sharp tongue, nimbly evade enemy blows, and – of course – dress the part. It even provides variety, with suggestions for crafting unusual swashbucklers. Want to play a portly, middle-aged aristocrat with a quick wit and a sharp blade? You've got it. As a bonus, there are details for plenty of gear, 20 perks, 20 swashbuckling feats, a smattering of new skill specialties, handy Allies, and a few other surprises.
– Hunter Shelburne
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game
Become a Super-Villain in Gotham City! Can you escape the World's Greatest Detective?
The Joker, Catwoman, The Riddler, and Poison Ivy are pulling off elaborate heists to score as much loot as they can carry! Based on the award-winning TV show, Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game lets you become a Super-Villain in a press-your-luck game for the whole family. Roll the dice and take advantage of each villain's diabolical abilities to scheme your way to victory before getting busted by Batman!
You can find Batman: The Animated Series Dice Game at your local game store and select Hot Topic retailers.
Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition
The humor of Munchkin and the fantasy of Pathfinder join forces again, with an all-new look!
Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition gives players the same goblin-bashing, dragon-slaying fun of the original, now illustrated by Shane White, whose art has been featured in the Pathfinder: Goblins! comic series. Iconic classes such as the Witch meet the Red Mantis Assassin and other factions to take on fan-favorite monsters such as the Whispering Tyrant and Lamashtu. Arm yourself, kill hordes of goblins, and grab all the treasure!
Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious
Is your goblin horde more of a goblin clique? Not for long!
Swell your goblin ranks with Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious , a booster for Munchkin that overruns your game with this classic fantasy enemy.
Contains 10 new monster cards and five goblin-related treasures with all-new Shane White (Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition) illustrations!
This is an expansion for Munchkin Pathfinder. It is not a stand-alone game. This is NOT a collectible or randomized set. Every Munchkin Pathfinder: Truly Gobnoxious pack is the same as every other.
Munchkin Pathfinder Playmat: Presents Unaccounted For
What do Munchkin games and Christmas have in common? Both are chances to amass a bunch of new loot!
That's where this playmat comes in: It helps you keep your Munchkin loot organized when you play. There are spots for held items, headgear, footgear, Class, Race, and anything else. And with great art from comic artist Shane White, the playmat itself is a valuable piece of treasure, too!
As a bonus, there's a special rule for anyone playing with this mat: Once per game, except during combat, discard a Goblin from your hand to take as many Treasures as it is worth!
Munchkin Playmat: Spyke's Christmas Wish
We wish you a Spyke-y Christmas . . .
Intimidate your opponents with this Munchkin playmat featuring a scene from every loot-lover's favorite holiday! Illustrated by Lar deSouza, this 14" × 28" playmat includes spots to keep track of your Class, Race, Level, and all the rest of your loot!
Bonus: Get an in-game gift for using this mat! You've been good this year – draw an item from the treasure discard pile once per game.
12 Days Of Munchkin Coloring Book
Make Your Yuletide Slay!
This 28-page coloring book illustrates Christmas the Munchkin way – by showing just how much havoc Spyke wreaks with his chainsaw on each of the 12 days of Christmas! Hint: Many orcs, trolls, and other fantasy creatures did in fact die in the making of this product.
So color it yourself, or give it to your real munchkins so they can learn all about monster-killing!
The book also comes with 10 unique Munchkin cards, which means when you're done coloring, you can shuffle the new cards right into any Munchkin game to do some slaying of your own.
The 12 Days of Munchkin Christmas Coloring Book is illustrated by Len Peralta, the artist behind Munchkin The Guild and Star Munchkin Guest Artist Edition .
Munchkin Standard Card Sleeves: Spyke
Guard your cards!
Protect your standard-sized cards from slobbering dragons, wayward ducks, and most instances of spontaneous combustion with this fabulous accessory for use with any poker-sized deck. Your enemies will shudder in fear when you reveal that your deck is protected by sleeves decorated with the classic John Kovalic image of Spyke and his Chainsaw of Bloody Dismemberment!
Compatible with many popular collectible card games, you'll also want to use these card sleeves with the upcoming Munchkin Collectible Card Game !
Munchkin Standard Card Sleeves: Flower
Guard your cards . . . even more!
Protect your poker-sized cards from natural disasters including tornadoes, flocks of ducks, and bent corners with these high-quality card sleeves.
Using them might even help scare off your enemies . . . each sleeve is adorned with John Kovalic art depicting Flower brandishing her Unnatural Axe!
Compatible with many popular collectible card games, you'll also want to use these card sleeves with the upcoming Munchkin Collectible Card Game !
Munchkin #23
The munchkins jump down the rabbit hole in this month's issue of Munchkin!
No, really: They jump. There's no falling involved. And once they hit Wonderland, they . . . hit Wonderland. Hard. A lot. And with assorted weaponry. (Did you expect them to just chat with the Mad Hatter, Alice-style? Nah.) In the second story, find out more than you ever realized there was to know about the psychology of a munchkin fated to fight . . . the Gazebo. There are 12 stages of Gazebo grief, you see.
Look in the back pages of this issue for a special promo code to get The Official Munchkin Bookmark of Wonderland Withdrawal! plus five Munchkin promo cards from Warehouse 23. And, of course, there's a bonus Munchkin rule!
Ogre Scenario Book 2
A stockpile of new, ready-to-play Ogre adventures!
Ogre Scenario Book 2 has 14 complete, fan-created scenarios, all using components from Ogre Designer's Edition . In "Marc-O Polo," a missile strike has damaged the Ogre's sensors, leaving it partially blind. In "Storming the Castle," warlord-led factions compete to capture an embattled AI. And finally, "Wounded Company: Ogre Rescue" follows an impetuous Vulcan determined to rescue an immobilized Mark V. Plus 11 more adventures!
Also look for Ogre Sixth Edition , coming out later this month!
GURPS Dungeon Fantasy Denizens: Swashbucklers
Slaying in Style!
This is your in-depth guide to giving your GURPS dungeon delver some finesse and flair! With tons of detail on the swashbuckling professions, GURPS Dungeon Fantasy Denizens: Swashbucklers helps your daring, dashing rogue speak with a sharp tongue, nimbly evade enemy blows, and – of course – dress the part. It even provides variety, with suggestions for crafting unusual swashbucklers. Want to play a portly, middle-aged aristocrat with a quick wit and a sharp blade? You've got it. As a bonus, there are details for plenty of gear, 20 perks, 20 swashbuckling feats, a smattering of new skill specialties, handy Allies, and a few other surprises.
– Hunter Shelburne
Warehouse 23 News: Warehouse 23 Is Now Closed For The Holidays
From December 16 through January 2, Warehouse 23 is closed for the holidays. Orders placed December 16-31 will be filled as soon as we return in January. Orders placed after midnight on January 1 will not ship until we finish our annual inventory count. Once inventory is completed, we will ship orders placed January 1 and later as we normally would.
We sincerely appreciate all of your orders, feedback, and fandom. Without you, we couldn't spread the love and joy that is tabletop gaming! Thank you all for a wonderful year. Happy Holidays from all of us here at Steve Jackson Games and Warehouse 23!
December 15, 2016
December 15, 2016: Last Chance to Order Before Christmas!
Besides working with some pretty cool people and doing some pretty cool things, one of the best parts of working at Steve Jackson Games is that we get a winter break! Time to dust off my skis, my sleigh bells, and the top hat for my snowman. (Just kidding. I live in Texas – I don't know what winter is!)
For our winter break, Warehouse 23 will be closing at 11:59 p.m. tonight; we'll reopen January 2. Now is your time to shine! This is your last chance this year to check out these deals:
2016 Munchkin Tavern items – If you missed us at Gen Con, you can still pick up commemorative swag! It's going fast!
20% off Munchkin from BOOM! Comics – Read the adventures of Spyke and Flower! Many issues are illustrated and written by our friends who drew the Munchkin Guest Artist Editions !
40% off GURPS digital PDFs – GURPS is one of our oldest and most beloved products. Right now, fans can get a big discount on most of our huge catalog of PDFs. We've got every topic you can dream up – fantasy, sci-fi, crop rotation, and more.
But wait. There's more! You can also get 30% off all Steve Jackson Games' physical GURPS books! (Excludes the pre-order items GURPS Mars Attacks and the Discworld Roleplaying Game.)
Holiday Bundles – Great deals for classic games! I am most excited about the Munchkin Artist Bundle! (I can make my own Guest Artist Edition !)
Grab Boxes – Perfect for any Steve Jackson Games fan! Each box is filled with a variety of games! Warning: May contain an item signed by Steve Jackson.
Game-In-A-Bag! – A Warehouse 23 exclusive messenger bag, with a random Munchkin game, expansion, accessory, and swag!
Better hurry to catch all these great deals before the day is over! With each purchase, we will triple the amount of promos you get! And after the clock strikes 11:59 and our munchkin elves take off on their holiday adventures, be sure to check out your Friendly Local Game Store and pick up some pretty sweet gifts (like Ogre Sixth Edition ).
You may continue to order from Warehouse 23 throughout the holidays, but orders received after we close tonight will be shipped when we reopen after the break.
– Veronica Leon
Warehouse 23 News: Last Chance
Until midnight tonight, we are selling special collections of games, expansions, or boosters! Check out our Sale! page for 20% off BOOM! Munchkin Comics and all of the newest bundles added to the already fantastic grab boxes and messenger bags. Get yours today, exclusively from Warehouse 23!
For our winter break, Warehouse 23 will be closing at 11:59 p.m. tonight; we'll reopen January 2. Now is your time to shine! This is your last chance this year to check out these deals:
2016 Munchkin Tavern items – If you missed us at Gen Con, you can still pick up commemorative swag! It's going fast!
20% off Munchkin from BOOM! Comics – Read the adventures of Spyke and Flower! Many issues are illustrated and written by our friends who drew the Munchkin Guest Artist Editions !
40% off GURPS digital PDFs – GURPS is one of our oldest and most beloved products. Right now, fans can get a big discount on most of our huge catalog of PDFs. We've got every topic you can dream up – fantasy, sci-fi, crop rotation, and more.
But wait. There's more! You can also get 30% off all Steve Jackson Games' physical GURPS books! (Excludes the pre-order items GURPS Mars Attacks and the Discworld Roleplaying Game.)
Holiday Bundles – Great deals for classic games! I am most excited about the Munchkin Artist Bundle! (I can make my own Guest Artist Edition !)
Grab Boxes – Perfect for any Steve Jackson Games fan! Each box is filled with a variety of games! Warning: May contain an item signed by Steve Jackson.
Game-In-A-Bag! – A Warehouse 23 exclusive messenger bag, with a random Munchkin game, expansion, accessory, and swag!
Better hurry to catch all these great deals before the day is over! With each purchase, we will triple the amount of promos you get! And after the clock strikes 11:59 and our munchkin elves take off on their holiday adventures, be sure to check out your Friendly Local Game Store and pick up some pretty sweet gifts (like Ogre Sixth Edition ).
You may continue to order from Warehouse 23 throughout the holidays, but orders received after we close tonight will be shipped when we reopen after the break.
– Veronica Leon
Warehouse 23 News: Last Chance
Until midnight tonight, we are selling special collections of games, expansions, or boosters! Check out our Sale! page for 20% off BOOM! Munchkin Comics and all of the newest bundles added to the already fantastic grab boxes and messenger bags. Get yours today, exclusively from Warehouse 23!
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