The Innkeeper's Table is part of The Dice Tower Network. It's a show about board games meant to appeal to gamers while still being accessible to people who don't know a lot about the subject. Each week, hosts Bill and Dylan, two long-time friends who both love board games, will focus on a specific board game-related topic, from game mechanics to deep dives on specific games to explaining what some of the jargon board game enthusiasts use even means.
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It's a very bittersweet moment. Dylan and Bill have sadly decided it's time to step away from the podcast—possibly forever, or perhaps just for a time. In this extended final episode, the innkeepers look back on the last four years, and how The Innkeeper's Table has affected their lives. A special, special thanks to all of you listeners. You've mad…
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173 - Top 3 Hidden Gems
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Do you have a favorite game that, somehow, no one else seems to have ever heard of? That's what this week's Top 3 list is about! In this episode, the innkeepers discuss their top 3 "hidden gems" games—the games that, in spite of being good, somehow have missed the public eye. What games fall into this category for you? Let us know at innkeeperstabl…
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172 - Game Spotlight: Terra Mystica
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First, we start off with a big announcement. After the announcement, though, we move into our discussion of one of Dylan's favorite games, Terra Mystica. It's filled with halflings, dwarves, elves, witches, and other mystical creatures who are all just trying to carve out a place in this enchanted world. Have you ever played Terra Mystica? What did…
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171 - Top 3 Pirate Games
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"What's a pirate's favorite letter?" Most people immediately say "Arrrrr!" but actually, his first love will always be "the C." Pirates are a great theme—from pieces o' eight to mighty buckswashlers on the open seas! And wouldn't you know? Some game designers have been designing some games upon the bounding main! In this episode, the innkeepers tal…
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170 - Game Spotlight: Dune - War for Arrakis
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Dune. The Desert Planet. The only source of Spice in the universe, completely overrun by inhospitable deserts and deadly sandstorms. Whether you're a fan Frank Herbert's masterpiece or of hefty board games where you're battling for conquest, Dune: War for Arrakis is probably right up your alley. In this episode, Bill and Dylan discuss the newly-rel…
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169 - Top 3 Abstract Strategy Games
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Sometimes, a game doesn't need a fancy story or illustrations or any sort of theme. For some games, gameplay is everything. In this episode, the Innkeepers are taking a look at abstract strategy games—games where it's just the players, the pieces, and the board between them. Some of these games go WAAAAY back. ------- Do you have a favorite abstrac…
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168 - Game Spotlight: Black Sonata
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Who was the mysterious woman about whom many of Shakespeare's sonnets are written? In this episode, Dylan tells Bill about a game about that very question. And not only is the theme interesting and unique—it's made specifically for solo play. How shall we play it? Let us count the ways... -------- Have you ever played Black Sonata? What was your ex…
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167 - Top 3 "Dudes On a Map" Games
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Do you like maps? Do you like moving little dudes around on those maps? Then you probably like Dudes On a Map games! These are games where you're moving units around, conquering territories, and making strategic plays to defeat your denemies. In this episode, Dylan and Bill break down their favorite games in this genre. Dude. ------ What are your f…
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166 - Game Spotlight: Patchwork
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With the cold spell that's been sweeping the United States lately, we thought it might be a good idea to discuss a cozy game all about making nice, warm quilts! Have you played Patchwork? What did you think of it? What game would you like us to spotlight next? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com.…
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165 - Top 3 Deckbuilding/Dicebuilding/Poolbuilding Games
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There's just something satisfying about starting with a very basic deck of cards (or pool of dice, or bag of tokens, etc...) in a game, then gradually building it to be a powerful collection of tools. In this episode, Dylan and Bill discuss their favorite games that use this simple but elegant mechanic. Do you enjoy deckbuilders? What are some of y…
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164 - Game Spotlight: Bring Your Own Book
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Bring Your Own Book is a game that feels like it's flown under many people's radar, so we wanted to give it some love. Have you ever played Bring Your Own Book? We'd love to hear some of your funny experiences with it! What games would you like us to spotlight in the future? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!…
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163 - Top 3 Games We Want to Get Off Our Shelf of Shame in 2024
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Many gamers have that list of games they've bought but, somehow, still haven't ever gotten to the table, and the innkeepers are definitely no exception! In this episode, as we come to the end of 2023, Bill and Dylan list the top three games on their "shelves of shame" that they're really hoping to finally get to the table in 2024! What games are yo…
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162 - Game Spotlight: Unlock
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Technically, Unlock is a series of games, but since they all follow the same mechanics, and you can only play each game once, we figured it was best to cover them as a unit! Do you enjoy the Unlock series? Have you tried any other "Escape the Room" style games? What are your favorites? And what game do you think we should spotlight next? Let us kno…
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161 - Top 3 Intro/Gateway/Welcoming Games
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Bill and Dylan discuss their top picks when it comes to "gateway games" or "welcoming games"—the games that work well for people who are just barely discovering how deep the hobby gaming rabbit hole goes. What's your favorite game in this category? Is there a specific Top 3 list you'd like us to make? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com…
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160 - TimpCon 2023 Retrospective
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Dylan and Bill spent last weekend at a small local convention. In this episode, they discuss the convention, some of the games they played, and how things went overall. Do you have a board game convention that you enjoy? We'd love to hear your convention stories! Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!…
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We've got a convention this weekend, so this week's episode will be just a little bit late! Stay tuned!Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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159 - Game Spotlight: Doomlings
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It's the end of the world as we know it! (So how do you feel?) Bill pitches the independently-publushed game Doomlings from Doomlings, LLC to Dylan. It's a fun, casual card game where players are trying to guide an amorphus species of critters from the Dawn of Life all the way through the End of the World. And it's adorable! Have you had a chance t…
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158 - Top 3 Spooooooooky Games
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October's come! The time for fright! But are there spooks on Gaming Night? Can gamers seek, if they are bold, For games to make the blood run cold? In this week's episode, the spooky season has come to the Inn! Dylan and Bill discuss their Top 3 games to play in October, when you're looking for a creepy atmosphere. What's your favorite game to play…
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157 - Game Spotlight: Cat in the Box
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Y'know what board games could use more of? Quantum Theory! But let's make it a classic trick-taking game! ... Okay, so this is the game that no one asked for, but ended up being a great concept. What color is the card in your hand? It's never truly certain until you play it! Do you have a game you'd like us to spotlight? Let us know at innkeepersta…
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156 - Top 3 Qualities We Look For in a Game Store
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We talk a lot about games... But what about the places you buy them? In this episode, Dlyan and Bill turn the Top 3 list a tad askew and discuss the top three things they think any good game store should have. What do you look for in a game store? What Top 3 list should we do next? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!…
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155 - Game Spotlight: Sushi Go
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It's been ten years since it came out, but Sushi Go is still a great game, earning its place as a classic in the hearts of many gamers. In this episode, Bill and Dylan discuss Sushi Go, as well as its successor, Sushi Go Party. Do you have a game you'd like us to spotlight? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!…
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154 - Top 3 Cooperative Games
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Can't we all just get along? Sometimes, you want to play a game, but you're not necessarily in a competitive mood. Cooperative games have got you covered! In this episode, Bill and Dylan talk about their favorite three cooperative games. What are your favorite co-op games? What other Top 3 lists would you like our innkeepers to create? Let us know …
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153 - Game Spotlight: Similo
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Dylan tells Bill about a game he enjoys playing with his kids: Similo. A quick setup, quick teach, and quick play, Similo is a great breadstick game that takes the children's game Guess Who to the next level, incorporating a variety of popular characters and making the game enjoyable for all ages. Do you have a game you'd like the Innkeepers to spo…
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152 - Top 3 Games Based on an IP
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Dylan and Bill talk about their favorite three games that are based on previously-existing intellectual properties. What are your favorite games based on an IP? Are there any Top 3 lists you'd like to hear us make? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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151 - Game Spotlight: Picture Perfect
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Hooray! Dylan's back! And he's ready to talk board games! In this episode, Bill tells Dylan about a game he's played that Dylan hasn't had an opportunity to get to the table yet. Picture Perfect mixes aspects of spacial reasoning, memory, and a little bit of deduction in a fun, Roaring '20s-themed photo op. Do you have a game you'd like the Innkeep…
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150 - Top 3 Games of a Non-Gamer
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Dylan couldn't make it this week, so Bill invited a guest host: Jordan Davis, aka "SpliceStream." Jordan's interests lie more in video games and streaming Smash Brothers and amiibo content, but he plays board games on the rare occasion and has a few that are among his favorites. He discusses his Top 3 games in this unusual episode! Do you have a no…
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149 - Game Spotlight: The Resistance
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This is another game that's a bit older, but it's also an absolute classic. If you're a fan of social deduction games, this is either one that you've played a million times or one that you should play at least once. What do you think of The Resistance? Do you have another social deduction game that you love? Do you have any suggestions for games we…
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We're changing things up for the podcast. We'll be back next week with a full episode.Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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148 - 3rd Anniversary Show - Our Top 10 Favorite Games!
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A little over a year ago, The Innkeeper's Table hit Episode #100 and listed our Top 10 favorite games of all time. We've decided to make that a part of our yearly tradition as we celebrate the founding of our podcast. So, as The Innkeeper's Table podcast turned 3 this week, Bill and Dylan revisit and discuss their Top 10 lists. What do you think of…
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147 - Game Spotlight: Lords of Waterdeep
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So sorry to miss you last week! Life happens, but we're back with another episode. This week, Dylan and Bill discuss Lords of Waterdeep, one of the best known examples of a worker placement game. Have you played this game? What did you think? What game would you like us to spotlight next? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com.…
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146 - "Mailbag": Culling Your Collection
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The mailbag is empty today, so the innkeepers have chosen their own topic to discuss. How do you know when it's time to start culling your collection? What should you cull, and what should you keep? How should you go about determining which games should go to make room for new ones? We'd love to be answering your questions instead, so get your ques…
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145 - Top 3 Games' Art
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The Innkeepers list some of the games with their favorite art! What artwork from a game stands out to you? What Top 3 list would you like us to do next? How do you think we're doing, and how could we improve the podcast? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com!Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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144 - Game Spotlight: Blood on the Clocktower
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It's a dark day in the town of Ravenwood Bluff. Evil forces are at play, and the townspeople must work together to determine which amongst their number is a demon in disguise! In this episode, Dylan and Bill discuss the social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower. Who are the traitors among them? What secrets do the other players know? And which …
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143 - Spiel des Jahres Spotlight: Hoity Toity (1990)
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It may be a little bit late, but Bill and Dylan are finally ready to talk about Hoity Toity, the 1990 winner of the prestigious Spiel des Jahres, or "Game of the Year" award! Have you ever played Hoity Toity? Did you enjoy it? Which of the innkeepers did your opinion fall more in line with? What game or gaming-related topic would you like us to dis…
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142 - How should you play when teaching a game to new players?
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Everyone likes to win, but what about when you're teaching a game to someone who's new to that game, or even to board games in general? The innkeepers discuss. Do you agree with Bill and Dylan on this issue? We'd love to hear your opinion! Send us an email at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think is the proper way to handle…
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141 - SaltCON 2023 Recap
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Bill and Dylan attended SaltCON in Layton, Utah at the beginning of March. In this episode, they discuss how things went, what games they enjoyed, and just give an overview on what stood out to them about the convention. Have you been to a board game convention? We'd love to hear about it! Send us an email at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com and te…
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140 - Top 3 Legacy/Campaign Games
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Often, when you play a board game, it's done in just an hour or two. But some games last longer—even spanning multiple sessions. In some games, the way you played in an earlier session can affect the outcome of a later game. In this episode, Dylan and Bill talk about their favorite legacy games and campaign-based games. What did you think of our to…
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139 - Game Spotlight: Tokaido
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Painting gets you points. Going to the hot springs gets you points. Meeting people gets you points. Eating delicious food gets you points. ... There's a lot of ways to get points. Tokaido is a game that has been lovingly referred to as "competitively having the nicest day." It can somehow feel zen and cutthroat at the same time. Join the Innkeepers…
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138 - Spiel des Jahres Spotlight: Cafe International (1989)
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Dylan and Bill discuss the next entry in their survey of Spiel des Jahres (Game of the Year) winners. This month's game is the 1989 winner, Cafe International. Are you enjoying our exploration of Spiel des Jahres winners? Have you played Cafe International? What did you think of it? Do you have any games you'd like us to review? Any questions you'd…
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137 - Mailbag: Rondel Games
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Bill and Dylan respond to a listener's request to discuss what a rondel is and how they can factor into board games. What's your favorite rondel game? Did we miss any? What questions or topics to do have for the innkeepers? Send them to us at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com! And don't forget to leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!…
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136 - Top 3 Worker Placement Games
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Dylan and Bill list their favorite games centered around a worker placement mechanic. Are there any of your favorite worker placement games that we left off? Do you have an idea for a Top 3 list that you'd like us to do? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com! And if you like the show, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere else …
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135 - Game Spotlight: Mystery of the Abbey
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With the sad news of designer Serge Laget's passing, The Innkeepers discuss one of their favorite games from his repertoire. This next-level evolution of the Clue/Cluedo-style murder mystery has now become a classic. Have you had the chance to play Mystery of the Abbey? What was your experience like? Or perhaps you're still looking for this now-out…
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134 - Spiel des Jahres Spotlight: Barbarossa (1988)
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The innkeepers talk about the 1988 Spiel des Jahres winner, Barbarossa, later rereleased under the name "Dohdles." This was a harder one to get hold of, so we'd love to hear if any of you have gotten the opportunity to play it! What was your experience? Did you enjoy it? Let us know your stories and thoughts, as well as any topics you'd like Dylan …
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133 - Mailbag: In defense of Monopoly
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Yes, you read that title right. One of our listeners submitted a question asking what makes Monopoly such a bad game, and our response was actually... to disagree. Can't wait to read the feedback on this one!Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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132 - Top 3 Games We're Looking Forward to Playing in 2023
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It's a brand new year, and the innkeepers are looking forward to it! In this episode, Dylan and Bill talk about the top 3 new(ish) games each of them is looking forward to playing in 2023.Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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131 - Game Spotlight: Dune Imperium
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The innkeepers are back! After a much-needed hiatus, Bill and Dylan are back and excited to talk about Dune: Imperium.Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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The end of the year means so many wonderful things—friends, family, celebrations, and (hopefully) lots and lots of board games! Unfortunately, with so many things to do, we're going to have to take a (VERY brief!) hiatus. We'll be back on January 6th, though. In the meantime, Happy Holidays, and good gaming! We can't wait to welcome you back into t…
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130 - Top 3 Drafting Games
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The hosts discuss their top 3 drafting games. What are your top 3 drafting games? Do you agree with the hosts definition of what constitutes a drafting game? What Top 3 would you like us to do in the future? Let us know at innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com.Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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129 - Game Spotlight: Fury of Dracula
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A dark chill has fallen across the land, and people are afraid to go out of their homes at night. It's not safe, for Dracula is prowling the streets and seeking to spread his dark influence! In this episode, the hosts are discussing the hidden movement classic, Fury of Dracula! Have you played Fury of Dracula? Which edition did you play? Do you hav…
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128 - Spiel des Jahres Spotlight: Auf Achse (1987)
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The hosts discuss the 1987 Spiel des Jahres winner, Auf Achse. Have you ever played Auf Achse? Do you know how to get hold of an English copy? What do you think of it? Let us know, and send in your suggestions for topics the innkeepers should discuss to innkeeperstablepodcast@gmail.com.Bill Giles and Dylan Maltby
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