Get ready to dive into the latest episode as Adrian and Conor (our beloved Donkey and Shrek duo) are joined by the one and only Carl Van Ostrand for a lively, laughter-packed episode!

In this Episode:

• Conor dives into “Conservas” – Conor brings us some canned goodness with Conservas, a game inspired by the culinary world of Portuguese tinned fish. Who knew sardines could be so strategic? But it’s not just fishy puns and packaging – this game is a deep dive into unique set collection with a side of savory strategy.
• Adrian takes us to “Windmill Valley” – Adrian introduces us to Windmill Valley, a whimsical, pastoral escape that combines the scenic beauty of countryside villages with relaxing resource management.
• Carl brings the ocean to the table with “Kelp” – Carl shares insights on Kelp, an immersive and atmospheric game where players navigate the undersea world. Think survival meets symbiosis as you explore marine mysteries, form alliances with underwater creatures, and strategize to thrive in a beautifully crafted ecosystem.

Tune in for all the laughs, banter, and maybe even a little bit of singing (we see you, Donkey). Don’t miss this episode if you’re curious about coastal adventures, curious card games, or just love hearing Conor and Adrian’s dynamic Shrek-and-Donkey energy!

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Windmill Valley (00:42:30)

Conservas (00:49:45)

Kelp (01:02:01)

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Join Conor, Adrian and Dan as they recap their past week of gaming which includes cooperative deduction, burying bodies, and a touch of spellcasting. In Sizzling Games, Adrian has been fighting factions for favour, Dan has been switching sashimi for some sushi selections, and Conor heralds his hectic Halloween happenings.

They also share the community responses from last week's Question of the Pod, share their gripes with this week's question, and get fired up for the coming week!

New Question of the Pod: What game outstays its welcome at max player count, and why?

Sizzling Games:

Circadians: Chaos Order [38:25]

Maki Master [52:34]

Conor's latest DnD adventure [1:00:25]

Question of the Pod: [1:14:32]

Fired Up: [1:29:48]

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Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:

The Shipwreck Arcana (2017)

Lords of Vegas (2024)

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle (2016)

The Bloody Inn (2015)

Peas (2023)

NanaToriDori (2023)

Circadians: Chaos Order (2022)

Maki Master (2024)

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Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.

More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. They have been strong supporters of, not only our Brisbane Game Days, but the broader Brisbane community. Check them out at https://morethanmeeples.com.au/

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