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November 4, 2016: Preorder Dungeon Fantasy RPG Through BackerKit

Did you miss out on the Dungeon Fantasy RPG Kickstarter? Fear not! We have now opened preorders through BackerKit! This new game is powered by GURPS , but streamlined to get you into the action. And this boxed set includes everything you need to play. 



To preorder, simply follow this BackerKit link, complete the information with your desired items, and you're set! You can preorder all of the physical items from the Kickstarter, including the Dungeon Fantasy RPG Boxed Set, GM Screen, and bases, as well as PDF versions of the Boxed Set and GM Screen. Or you can just go for "I Want It All!!!" and get a ton of add-on content at a much cheaper price. 



Whatever you choose, you're in for a fantastic adventure. If you have any questions about preordering, send us an email to kickstart@sjgames.com. Thanks again to all the backers who helped make this project a reality!



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Buckle Your Swashes, Dungeon Delvers!



Fortune favors the bold! Swing into action with GURPS Dungeon Fantasy Denizens: Swashbucklers , a guide to the quick-witted, quick-bladed, quick-tempered adventurers of GURPS Dungeon Fantasy . It comes with new abilities, gear, professions, and more. Download it today, only from Warehouse 23!

November 3, 2016: A Dragon's Hoard, At Walmart

You know what they say: Where there's gold, there be dragons.



And at Walmart right now, there is, in fact, both gold and dragons!



Inside marked copies of the gold-foil, Walmart-exclusive edition of Munchkin (pictured at left), we've stuffed the mini-booster Munchkin Dragons: Four More . You'll know the dragons are inside by a handy sticker on the box that says so. 



It's a curious quartet of weird wyrms! Rules for mixing them into your game are here, but feel free not to read them and simply embrace the fiery chaos.



Here's a teaser: The pack includes the Level 4 Gummy Wyrm, which neutralizes your Footgear when it oozes all over the floor. There's also Poof, the other magic dragon, who's stronger if you're a Wizard. You'll have to get the game to find out about the other two!







And if you like this pack, look for  Munchkin Dragons and  Munchkin Dragon's Trike at your friendly local game store.



Then you can have a fire-lizard extravaganza! 



– Ariel Barkhurst



Warehouse 23 News: New Levels Of Mayhem To Add To The Madness . . .



Join Doctor Strange and The Defenders to fight villains like evil Baron Mordo and the Dread Dormammu in Munchkin Marvel 2: Mystic Mayhem ! In this expansion, you'll discover new allies, new foes, and 12 oversized Dungeon cards! Add some extra mayhem* to your Munchkin Marvel game, available from Warehouse 23 now!



*Order from Warehouse 23 and you'll receive a special Munchkin Marvel promotional card, while supplies last.

November 2, 2016: New Releases For October

If you're afraid of spelling, cats that never stop smiling, zombies, or counting your murder victims, then October was a month of appealingly spooky, scary releases from Steve Jackson Games!



If none of those things scare you, we have to say: Your bravery knows no bounds. At the very least, we thought you'd be afraid of counting your murder victims. Nobody wants to face that number.  



Read on, if you dare, for a recap of our October releases!

Munchkin Zombies Guest Artist Edition



I say, good sir, I certainly would not object to a repast consisting primarily of your cerebrum.



It's new art for a beloved, undead Munchkin game! In keeping with that spooky October spirit, guest artist Greg Hyland's zombies are graphic; they don't shy away from the blood'n'guts.



Just as in the original game, you are a zombie. You equip yourself with An Arm and a Leg, a Bowling Trophy on your head, and Mousetraps on your feet. You might be Fast, Smart, Stealthy, Tough, or Rotting; you could be a Voodoo Zombie, an Atomic Zombie, or a Plague Zombie.  



So say it with me like a Smart zombie eating an organic farmer: Mmm, artisan cerebrum.  

Munchkin Wonderland



Off with their heads!



This Munchkin -inspired, Wonderland-themed game is suitable for the whole family, even the youngsters! It's like Munchkin , but with streamlined rules and less backstabbing. 



You'll fight classic monsters and megalomaniacal queens from Lewis Carroll's Wonderland novels. You'll encounter characters and collect items from the stories. Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast, for example, might help you fight the Red Queen. Meanwhile, that always-smiling terror feline, the Cheshire Cat, might help your opponent fight the Jabberwock! 



Whoever has the most gold at the end of the game wins! This lighthearted romp is available exclusively on Amazon. 

Munchkin #22



Every Flower has its . . . fists.



In the latest edition of our Munchkin comic, Flower journeys across wastelands and pleasant suburban lawns in search of her kidnapped kung-fu master. But does he want to be found? Maybe not.



Then, a group of survivors hole up in a bowling alley to stay safe from the zombie hordes. But when the zombies get inside, it turns out . . . the survivors are still safe. These zombies have unusual tastes.



Find out more when you buy the comic!





Munchkin Alphabet Activity Kit and Munchkin Alphabet Coloring Book 



A is for alphabet! B is for book!



At hobby stores, you can now buy an adult coloring book that contains brand new line drawings from John Kovalic, as well as alphabet verses written by Steve Jackson.



And only at Books-a-Million stores, you can get that coloring book as part of a kit that also contains bookmarks and a Munchkin poster, line drawn and ready-to-color, and the colored pencils to go with it!



Whichever option you go for, you'll never again forget that A is for Adventure, and B is for Bar.

Munchkin Kill-o-Meter Guest Artist Edition



One! One dead monster! Two! Two dead monsters!



During a Munchkin game, a lot of things affect your power level. Gear, one-shots, Go Up A Level cards, and – of course – killing things.



This Kill-o-Meter helps you keep track of all that . . . in style. With illustrations from comic artist Ian McGinty, who also drew a recent Munchkin Guest Artist Edition, this Kill-o-Meter packs a visual punch. 



Visit your friendly local game store or Warehouse 23 (or Amazon for Wonderland) and expand your collection today!



– Ariel Barkhurst



Warehouse 23 News: Ancient Relics! Dusty Tombs! Scheming Gods! And Goblins . . . Mobs Of Goblins!



Munchkin Pathfinder Guest Artist Edition gives players the same goblin-bashing, dragon-slaying fun as the original, now illustrated by Shane White, whose art has been previously featured in the Pathfinder: Goblins comic series. Arm yourself, kill hordes of goblins, and grab all the treasure! Pre-order this new take on an old favorite from Warehouse 23 today!

November 1, 2016: Munchkin Wonderland Hops Onto Amazon

Munchkin has a history of invading stories and causing trouble. From Oz to Grimm Tidings , Spyke and Flower can't seem to keep their heads out of books. It was only a matter of time until they made it to the zaniest literary realm – Lewis Carroll's Wonderland novels!



The colorful world of Munchkin Wonderland is brought to life by the master himself, John Kovalic. The game is a feast for the eyes, with vibrant and fanciful illustrations based around the crazy locales and wacky characters from the novels. The board is larger than normal, because this game is based on Munchkin Treasure Hunt . This makes it a great game for introducing kids to the world of Munchkin , and equally fun for adults who just want to bash some monsters and grab treasure! You'll interact with classic Wonderland characters like the Jabberwock, Cheshire Cat, Caterpillar, and many more on your journey around the land, collecting the best Treasure to win.



So don't be late to the party! Get Munchkin Wonderland today, exclusively on Amazon.



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Mr. J Tested, Harley Quinn Approved



Based on the award-winning TV show, Batman: The Animated Series™ Dice Game lets you become a supervillain in a press-your-luck game for the whole family. Scheme your way to victory with your chosen supervillain's special abilities. Just make sure to complete your heist before Batman™ arrives! Pre-order your very own copy from Warehouse 23 to see if you can outsmart the bat!

October 31, 2016: Have An SJ Games Halloween Game Night!

The zombies are stirring and vampires are sharpening their fangs . . . it's finally Halloween! We at Steve Jackson Games have a game for every spook, specter, and apparition in your family, so why not get a game in once the trick-or-treating is done?



If you lean toward the elder horrors, look no further than Munchkin Cthulhu Guest Artist Edition and its many expansions and add-ons. Katie Cook's new art gives your favorite horrors a makeover, and it's a unique take on these tiny terrors. You should also check out Cthulhu Dice for fast, elder dice-rolling action.



If you are looking for more cryptozoological horrors, then Chupacabra: Survive The Night is a great choice. It's a fast dice game with cool, glow-in-the-dark dice so you can play in the dark. You know, when Chupacabras hunt. (Don't worry, they aren't real. Probably.)



Maybe shambling hordes are more your speed? Then you should check out the brand new Munchkin Zombies Guest Artist Edition , with art by Greg Hyland. Of course, the existing expansions will work with this version as well, and there are a ton. But zombies aren't limited to  Munchkin . For some quick, action-packed gaming, check out Zombie Dice . It plays fast and is easy to learn. Plus you can add Santa Claus or a School Bus. That's just cool.



Now, let's say you have a dozen friends sitting around ready to play something. Nobody wants to bob for apples, but everyone can play I Hate Zombies! If you know how to play Rock-Paper-Scissors, you can fight zombies. Or be a zombie. Because although you all hate zombies, half of the players will be fighting to turn the humans into zombies. But the humans all have special powers, so it won't be easy. This is a perfect Halloween party game for 12 people who have a disdain for the undead.



Hopefully this has given you some inspiration on how to turn your ghoulish gathering into a mad monster party, whether at home or at your friendly local game store. Have a happy Halloween, and play more games! 



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Always A Ghoulishly Good Time



Double, double, toil and trouble; fire burn and caldron bubble! Some GURPS Horror and Zombie Dice ; maybe a bag for Munchkin Dice ? Some Munchkin Zombies: The Walking Dead , or Illuminati Pin to boost your cred? All of this is waiting for thee on Halloween at Warehouse 23!

October 30, 2016: The Decemberists Design A Game!

We've had the pleasure of working with The Decemberists for a Munchkin promo card in the past, so it's only natural that we'd want to talk about an entire boardgame created by members of the band. 



The game is beautiful, with a minimalist, classic design that still seems very modern. Co-designed by our friend Keith Baker, designer of  Gloom , it's a pretty simple card game that plays in about 15 minutes.



Backing the project also gets you into the Society of Luminaries. That's right, secret societies. You know how much we like those. So yeah, this is an auto-back. Plus, it's unlocked a ton of stretch goals so far, upgrading the already stellar components, so why not jump in toward the end and reap the benefits?



There's less than a week to go, so head over to their Kickstarter page now to back this. Tell them the Illuminati sent you.



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Rock-Paper-Scissors . . . Zombies!



In I Hate Zombies , the last survivors of humanity face off with dirty, brain-guzzling zombies in battles that will decide the fate of the world! Use your rock-paper-scissors skills to turn everyone into shambling hordes of undead or to become mankind's last hope. Get a copy of I Hate Zombies from Warehouse 23, and the survivors of your next shindig will never forget the time they had!

October 29, 2016: Get More Munchkin Knights In GTM

There's nothing better than cracking open a new issue of Game Trade Magazine  and finding out what Steve Jackson Games stuff you should look for in the coming months. Well, maybe one thing better – free Steve Jackson Games swag!



The October issue of GTM (also their 200th issue – congratulations!) features a mini expansion, Munchkin Knights: Four More , for free. That's zero, zilch, nada dollars. Plus, the magazine itself is free! You can't beat free, and you definitely can't beat double-free. (I've tried.) In the pack, you'll find four knights to battle, like the Silent Knight. Santa's quiet little helper is ready to add you to his naughty list. Don't keep a lot of equipment on you or Sir Plus will punish you for it. One Knight In Bangkok puts the knight back into chess, and make sure you have a calendar on hand if you're battling Weak Knight.



You can pick up GTM free of charge at your friendly local game store. You can also have your squire grab the full Munchkin Knights ! 



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Rock-Paper-Scissors . . . Zombies!



In I Hate Zombies , the last survivors of humanity face off with dirty, brain-guzzling zombies in battles that will decide the fate of the world! Use your rock-paper-scissors skills to turn everyone into shambling hordes of undead or to become mankind's last hope. Get a copy of I Hate Zombies from Warehouse 23, and the survivors of your next shindig will never forget the time they had!

October 28, 2016: Ghosts Love Candy Is Shipping To Backers!

We're very happy to announce that, as of today,  Ghosts Love Candy is on the way to its Kickstarter backers!



We've been working hard to get our printing to backers as soon as possible, and through a combined effort, it's finally happening. We hope that backers enjoy the game! And if you are a backer who has not given us your current shipping address, make sure you contact Al Griego with your Kickstarter username and address!



If you like the look of this cute and spooky game, you'll be happy to hear that it will be coming to your friendly local game store in 2017! This early shipment is intended for backers, but we will have a larger, general release next year, in time for the Halloween season. 



To backers, enjoy haunting trick-or-treaters. For everyone else, we can't wait for you to check out this candy-grabbing good time. In the meantime, enjoy your real-life treats on Halloween!



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Get More Ken Hite And Robin Laws For Less!



From now through the end of October, save 25% on Pelgrane Press downloads from Kenneth Hite and Robin Laws. With The Dracula Dossier to Hillfolk to Ashen Stars and so many more, make your October more awesome . . . but only for a limited time from Warehouse 23!

October 27, 2016: Halloween Game Day At SJ Games!

Life at the SJ Games office is pretty awesome most of the time. We're making games, and I get to talk about them and share them with you fine folks. But today is extra special, because it's our Halloween Game Day! We are being paid to play games, eat BBQ, and have fun from open to close. 



I'm not trying to rub it in anyone's face. No, not at all. But if you did want to see pictures of us having fun and playing games, you should check out our Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. It's your chance to see what we like to do when we're not playing our own creations, because we get to bring these games from home! I've got a stack of new games I've been itching to play, and can't wait to show everyone at the office.



So check out what we're playing on social media. Who knows, maybe you'll see one of your favorite games. Or maybe your boss sees it, has a revelation, and turns your Thursday into a game day! (I wouldn't hold your breath about that last part.)



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Check Out Our Newest Munchkin Comic!



In Munchkin #22 , you get two fantastic Munchkin stories in one comic! Check out Flower's adventures in "Munchkin Fu: The Legend Continues," or take a peek at other munchkins fighting to survive the zombie hordes in "We're Safe Here – This Is a Bowling Alley." Pick up the comic from Warehouse 23 today and get The Official Munchkin Bookmark of Bowling for Braaaaiiinnss! and five random Munchkin promo cards!

October 26, 2016: Munchkin Comics #22 In Stores Now!

The doors are barricaded, the undead are about, and the kung-fu masters are fighting – it must be new comic day!



Some of your favorite Munchkin-comic writers and artists join forces in issue #22 from BOOM! Studios, starting with a Munchkin Fu Guest Artist Edition story – "Munchkin Fu: The Legend Continues." Flower journeys far and wide to avenge her master. She faces many tests of questionable origin . . . honestly, she may be making up a majority of the tests. We really can't be sure. But there's a lot of kung-fu action, written by the amazing Sam Sykes and illustrated by Ian McGinty (artist for Munchkin Guest Artist Edition and Munchkin Knights , among others).



It's Halloween, of course, so the issue wouldn't be complete without a horde of the undead! Humans are being selfish and holing up in the bowling alley during a zombie apocalypse. But when the undead want to use the lanes, they fight in the deadliest form of combat – bowl off. Can the humans avoid the gutter, or will they fall to the (surprisingly talented) zombies? This shambling story was written by David Scheidt, with art from Greg Hyland, who also illustrated the recently released Munchkin Zombies Guest Artist Edition .



Pick up your copy of Munchkin #22 at your friendly local comic shop today! Unless you're a zombie, then you should probably find your nearest bowling alley. And don't forget your BOOM! Bundle bookmark promo code in the back of the comic, redeemable on Warehouse 23. 



– Hunter Shelburne



Warehouse 23 News: Superstitious Munchkin Lovers Will Adore This Deal!



It's scary how well this monster-sized box can hold all your  Munchkin  loot, and yet the art by Len Peralta is somehow even scarier! The  Munchkin Halloween Monster Box  comes with 12 holiday-themed cards that shuffle into any  Munchkin  game, plus space for over 2,000 cards and other swag. Spend $125 on Warehouse 23 physical items, and we'll throw in a  Munchkin Halloween Monster Box  for free*! Get yours now!



*Domestic orders only.