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Magic the Gathering Casual Players Meetup - Every Sunday!
Sun, May 24, 11:00 PMSF Casual MTG Players may be found upstairs in the back at The Richmond Republic Draught House 642 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 702-6069 4pm - 10pm People usually start showing up around 4-5 pm. ***** We play many different variants of multiplayer magic. We usually play Duels Star (sometimes called Pentagonal) Anti-Star (New format!) Commander Tiny Leaders Emperor 2-Headed Giant (or more!) Left-right Attack Assassin Team variants of each of the above! Crazy fun. And More! Hear what others have to say about the Magic meetup! "It sucks. These guys bring these crazy-ass decks that always beat my tournament-caliber builds." --Bill "Don't go. These morons think they know how to play magic, but my legacy goblin deck can kill em all. I just have to remember to bring it next time." --Bob "I brought a vintage deck filled with proxy moxes. I won even before my opponents got to take their first turn! How cool is that! Of course, the next game I waited around while everyone destroyed everything i had in quick succession. But that's ok, I had fun!" --Amy If you are looking for websites to help you with deck ideas for casual magic, here are a few that are highly recommended: Magic Deck Vortex (http://www.magicdeckvortex.com) Essential Magic (http://www.essentialmagic.com/) Especially check out the combos page...highly useful for breaking things not meant to be broken. TappedOut (http://tappedout.net/) MTG Salvation (http://www.mtgsalvation.com/) Especially check out their rumors forum here (http://forums.mtgsalvation.com/forumdisplay.php?f=27). This is where you will find out about upcoming cards and sets and other interesting tidbits. See you at SF Casual Magic Sundays!
Villainy Games @ Triple Rock Brewing / Berkeley
Tue, Jun 2, 1:00 AMActors say its always more fun to play the villain....and we as gamers wholeheartedly agree! Join us for a fun night as our game nights return (after moving back a week for Memorial Day) by playing Villainy Games!! Essentially any game where at least one player plays a conniving, murderous, scheming villain! We truly have some amazing games coming out so come on out for a night in reveling in evil! Sam will be hosting **[LAST FRIDAY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kz9dJx1bl9A),** a super fun and thematic camp killer game! Most of the players play as camp counselors that have just arrived to the camp. However another player plays the killer who stalks their tents at night. The players must survive 2 nights and 2 days and either the players or the killer will win! Mike will be hosting **[JAWS: THE BOARD GAME!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmFGqtuYWgU)** In this wild game, one person plays the iconic white shark and tries to eat all the rest of the players. The players have various tools at their disposal but as we know from the movie, the shark is a formidable foe! Dylan will be hosting **[DISNEY'S VILLANOUS,](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1JoAR9icU0)**[ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1JoAR9icU0)a game where you play as iconic Disney villains trying to our villain one another. Each villain has their own rules for winning along with their own thematic decks. Play as Hades, Cruella, Scar, Rattigan, Gaston, Dr. Facilier, Oogie Boogie, Sheer Kahn, and so many more as Gabi has all expansions made for this game! Hetul will be hosting **[MARVEL VILLIANOUS,](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8lrkYTef98)** a game where you play as iconic marvel villains trying out out scheme one another. This game plays slightly different than regular Villainous and has a few more rules that add to the fun and complexity. And Justin will be hosting **[LORDS OF WATERDEEP,](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPP4BhtW2fM)** a game where you play as a sleazy leader of the iconic D&D town who seeks to spread your wealth an influence as far as possible to become the highest lord of Waterdeep! Game Roster is below. Click the links to learn more about each game. We can teach you how to play all of the below: Hosted games include: [LAST FRIDAY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kz9dJx1bl9A) \-\- a classic camp killer survival horror game [VILLIANOUS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1JoAR9icU0) \- play as classic Disney villains\. try to out scheme [MARVEL VILLIANOUS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8lrkYTef98) \- play as classic marvel villains to out scheme [JAWS: THE BOARD GAME ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmFGqtuYWgU)\- eat players in this fun and thematic game [LORDS OF WATERDEEP ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPP4BhtW2fM)\-\- create the city of your dreams by any means Other games that will be there: SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM - lie and cheat your way to win BETRAYAL AT HOUSE ON THE HILL -- co-op until 1random player betrays BETRAYAL AT BALDUR'S GATE -- as above but in famous dnd setting CUTTHROAT CAVERNS -- play as an uneasy adventuring party SHADOW HUNTERS --team vs team deduction rpg killfest MR. JACK -- dont be caught as jack the ripper! MUNCHKIN -- backstabbing your friends is the norm +many more to be added soon! **A Few FYI's:** * This meetup begins at 6 with games usually starting between 6:30/7. Games fill up on a first come first serve basis. Cant make it til after 7? No worries. If you arrive after 7, just know you may have to team up / hang out until a new round of gaming begins. * Want to bring a game, but it doesnt fit the theme? Bring it out! We love all types of games. Our themes are just a fun way to keep things fresh. * First time joining us? Come thru! We welcome everyone. Always feel free to invite any friends. * Dont know how to play these games? Come on out! We can teach you how to play all games we host. Friends First. Games Always.
Play Go and Socialize
Fri, May 29, 11:00 PMVisit our Japan Center Go Club and play Go with others. We are open every Friday 4-8pm with more times coming soon.
Free Mah Jongg open play
Tue, Jun 2, 7:00 PMFree drop in game play every Tuesday at 12:00. American mahjong style. Currently it is for players who know how to play. No instruction at this time.
Board Game Playtesting at Dogpatch Games (San Francisco)
Fri, May 29, 1:00 AMWelcome to the Golden Gate Gamemakers' board game playtesting event at Dogpatch Games in San Francisco! We meet last Thursdays 6pm-10pm. We are a community of tabletop game designers & board game fanatics who meet monthly at Dogpatch Games (1095 Tennessee St. in San Francisco's Dogpatch district) to playtest each other's prototypes, provide feedback, help each other get published, and most importantly... have fun! Whether you’re game is days away from Kickstarter, or just ideas on a napkin, or you just want to hangout and playtest other prototypes (we LOVE playtesters!)…all are welcome! A few notes if this is your first time joining us: \- Our goal is to provide a community around creating new games\. Every designer will get their prototype to the table\. We give everyone the chance to play games and get their game played\. \- Each designer gets equal time\, which is about one hour\. This includes rules explanations\, gameplay\, and time for feedback\. \- Please arrive on time if you have a game to playtest\. At the beginning of the night each designer will pitch their game to the group\, then breakout into smaller groups\. If you arrive and playtesting has already begun\, we will try to accommodate you later in the evening\. \- If your game requires more than one hour\, or requires a player count of 6 or more\, please contact us ahead of time so we can make arrangements\. \- Please stay for as long as you can to playtest others’ games\. \- When you arrive\, please check in with the cashier and inform them you’re with the San Francisco Board Game Designers\. Dogpatch Games charges customers an hourly fee \(monthly subscriptions are available\)\, but we have negotiated **a flat rate of $12 per person you'll need to pay for the evening**. \- Dogpatch Games does not yet sell food or drink\, but outside food is very welcomed\. There are many great options within a couple blocks\. \- Street parking is readily available nearby\. Or take BART to the Powell Street station and transfer to San Francisco Muni “T”\-line and take that eastbound to 20th & 3rd Ave stop\. Dogpatch Games is then one block away\. \- Please no “blind playtesting”\. You must teach your game yourself and not require playtesters to read rules during the event\. \- This is an event for playtesting your game and gathering feedback\, and not promoting your upcoming Kickstarter campaign\. \- Reach out to Phil Schwarzmann \(phillip\.schwarzmann@gmail\.com\) or for any questions\. Looking forward to seeing you there!! Phil [See GGG's full code of conduct here.](https://goldengategamemakers.com/Code_Of_Conduct/) Up-to-date details and our many other events can be found at [meetup.com/playgoldengate](meetup.com/playgoldengate)
Board Games at Upcider
Sun, May 24, 1:00 AMOrdering a drink/food item is required. Our hosts are gracious enough to allow us to use their space; we should reciprocate accordingly by supporting their business. **Food & Drinks x Board Games** Join us for a casual evening of board games at Upcider. Whether you've been playing for years or just want to try something new, all are welcome. **Event Details:** * **Date:** Every Saturday * **Time:** Start at 6:00 PM. End time is open-ended. * **Location:** Upcider (1160 Polk St, 2nd floor) **What to Expect:** * We play whatever board games members bring. Recent games have included Avalon, Bang, Codenames, Exploding Kittens. You're encouraged to bring any games you'd like to share :) * We also have a WhatsApp group for coordination. Ask an existing member during the event to be added to the group. Look forward to some relaxed game time with everyone.
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