Ludos Melbourne Games

Board Game Night (Beginner Friendly, Social & Structured)

Meet new people at our host led boardgame night, sit down, learn a game, and start playing within minutes.

Who this is for

• People who work a 9–5 and want to meet people after work or on the weekends doing something fun.
• You want something social and structured
• You want attend a host guided boardgame night.

The Event
This is a hosted board game night.
You don’t need to know any games.
We teach everything. provide name tags, and games.

Most people are new and come alone.

Small groups (limited spots)

Tables of 4–8 people
Usually 30 total spots

If you see a spot you can make, take it. They fill.

What happens when you arrive
You don’t need to bring anything
You’ll be seated shortly after you arrive
A host will guide your table
You won’t be left standing around.

Types of games
We run two kinds of games:

1) Social games 🟦
Easy to learn
Good for conversation
Great for bigger groups

2) Intermediate games 🟥
Strategy games that take at least 1 hour.
Many Beginner friendly, but more complex.
Recommended for people already in the hobby.

Game hosts have some knowledge in both categories, and will spend the first part of the night empowering the social games going, and spend the second half floating or running intermediate Games.

What to expect
Friendly people
Small to medium sized groups
Clear structure
Easy start, even if you are new-You’ll be playing quickly.

Attendance polic
Cancel early if you can’t make i
No-shows or late cancels get kicke

Donation
We take donations to support the event and our host, so we can continue running this event to a high standard

Questions?
Message Anna on meetup

• check the Meetup event to see the Hosts you can contact

List of banned gam
Monopoly (any version

Join 5 Beginners for a night of Teamwork, Problem-solving and Hijinx in Dungeons and Dragons.

Turn an Empty Saturday Night into Meeting Five New People.

It's an exciting trial night that we've been running for about 2 years, so we got good at it.
There will be plenty of opportunies for chats, eats, photos, costumes and toys.

Dungeons and Dragons is a relaxed role-play game; part boardgame and part improv with dice. Unlike most boardgames, it involves more talking with the other players about situation you'll be placed in.

When you arrive you will be greeted at the door, and you'll be able to chat and ask questions with the lead host. Afterwards you will be assigned a group of other beginners who arrived alone, and get a chance to meet them and your Game Master before the game begins.
Each game is a unique story, with props and pieces provided for by your Game Master host.

You will love this if:

• You want to make friends at a relaxed/creative game night
• You like fantasy stories, novels, video games, anime and the like
• You work your job a lot and want an exciting, fulfilling social hangout on your off time
• You got to Melbourne less than 2 years ago, and have experienced how hard it is to make friends down here (We've all been there)

82% of all Ludos Guild Members fit this description exactly, with the other 18% missing only one of these 4 traits.

If this fits you, I'm even more excited to show the game that changed everything for me. This night was made for you :)

But tonight, exclusive to first timers, it is 100% free, my gift to you.
If at any point in the night, You feel like this game is for you and you want to join more.
There will be an opportunity to buy the program at an 80% discount.

Afterwards, if we still think your a great fit, you will be welcome to join the ludos guild as a member, and join our private events, including the Fellowship campaigns, guided painting nights, and other social events.

Cya soon
Jope, GM of Ludos Guild

Frequently Asked Question
(or just message Jope your Q's)

How "beginner" is beginner?

• You've played a few times and have the gist of it? that's okay.
• You've never played at all? that's okay.
• You've played up to a level 5 sorcerer with 2 levels in warlock so you could burn the short rest warlock spell slots for the font of magic sorcerer points? You ain't a beginner! But shoot your shot, I might just expidite you to the main group :)

I'm worried I'll slow people down if I don't pick up the game quick enough...
Don't be! Our game night is only for beginners and we've taught hundreds of people this game, we wouldn't expect you to fully remember every detail in one session. But you'll definitely be able to enjoy yourself.

I'm worried I'll be the only girl there...
No problems, I usually see 30% to 50% of our attendees are woman. I can't guarantee this on any given night, or any given group. But you'll find that the environment is super welcoming to all, and it wont effect your enjoyment of the game :
(As with all concerns, if something makes you uncomfortable at an event let Jope know

How old are the other attendees? I don't want to be the only "old person"/"young person" there...
Great question, no one wants to be the odd Ione out in their group. We usually get attendees anywhere from 22-49 with a pretty mixed crowd. I can't make any promises on any given day, but the Ludos Guild has a 80% young-to-mature professional demographic with the remaining 20% older/retired and uni graduates

Will everyone already know each other?
Nope. Sometimes we get couples/duos. Only the game masters really know each other. We also like to break clicks here. You might be wandering why the group has 2000 people yet no one knows each other? Thats because people either left, or they moved on to join Ludos Guild and are playing D&D right now in semi-permement groups :

I might potentially show up late - should I just miss out instead?
Message Jope as early as possible about being late. We can hold a game from starting for up to 20 or so minutes, do keep us informed :

I can't do Saturday nights becuase of other commitments, do you run at other times?
So Ludos runs events every weekday evening, and every morning, afternoon and evening of the weekends. Which means we have up to 11 events running
Message Organiser Jope directly via Meetup your question for an answer about whats going on at the moment

I'm not the super witty/theatre/improv type, but I think I might like this - should I attend?
Ah yes, there are many ways to enjoy D&D. Everyone loves the story and characters, some really get into building their character from a games mechanics perspective. Others just like to hang out and chat about the game. People find different things here
What I can say, is that we don't know which type you are until you attend your first game :

I've been to other game nights and they're been hit or miss - whats different here?
Like most game nights, the quality of the night is a reflection of the attendees, so we often filter out people who we think are bad fits. Don't worry, unlike most games, you can't really be bad at D&D, and you won't be judged for not picking up the rules instantly or asking questions, this if for beginners afterall :) . If you're a mature, friendly person your welcome at Ludos

How heavy on rules is this game night?
We all play fairly light on the rules, you won't be pulled up for not knowing a niche rule, everyone generally leans towards the "rule of cool" if it won't break the game :

I played D&D before and had a bad time at Fortress/Facebook Group/University Club?
Yep, heard this one a lot. Unlike Facebook and university groups we vet people a lot.
If someone sucks the first time they come they aren't given the opportunity to come back again.
If you've paid for a session of D&D and didn't have a good time of it because you were stuck with crappy people, immature kids, or a loud venue - Bring your email receipt to me (Jope) and I'll credit your session purchase to my Beginner Program

Join 5 Beginners for a night of Teamwork, Problem-solving and Hijinx in Dungeons and Dragons.

Turn an Empty Saturday Night into Meeting Five New People.

It's an exciting trial night that we've been running for about 2 years, so we got good at it.
There will be plenty of opportunies for chats, eats, photos, costumes and toys.

Dungeons and Dragons is a relaxed role-play game; part boardgame and part improv with dice. Unlike most boardgames, it involves more talking with the other players about situation you'll be placed in.

When you arrive you will be greeted at the door, and you'll be able to chat and ask questions with the lead host. Afterwards you will be assigned a group of other beginners who arrived alone, and get a chance to meet them and your Game Master before the game begins.
Each game is a unique story, with props and pieces provided for by your Game Master host.

You will love this if:

• You want to make friends at a relaxed/creative game night
• You like fantasy stories, novels, video games, anime and the like
• You work your job a lot and want an exciting, fulfilling social hangout on your off time
• You got to Melbourne less than 2 years ago, and have experienced how hard it is to make friends down here (We've all been there)

82% of all Ludos Guild Members fit this description exactly, with the other 18% missing only one of these 4 traits.

If this fits you, I'm even more excited to show the game that changed everything for me. This night was made for you :)

But tonight, exclusive to first timers, it is 100% free, my gift to you.
If at any point in the night, You feel like this game is for you and you want to join more.
There will be an opportunity to buy the program at an 80% discount.

Afterwards, if we still think your a great fit, you will be welcome to join the ludos guild as a member, and join our private events, including the Fellowship campaigns, guided painting nights, and other social events.

Cya soon
Jope, GM of Ludos Guild

Frequently Asked Question
(or just message Jope your Q's)

How "beginner" is beginner?

• You've played a few times and have the gist of it? that's okay.
• You've never played at all? that's okay.
• You've played up to a level 5 sorcerer with 2 levels in warlock so you could burn the short rest warlock spell slots for the font of magic sorcerer points? You ain't a beginner! But shoot your shot, I might just expidite you to the main group :)

I'm worried I'll slow people down if I don't pick up the game quick enough...
Don't be! Our game night is only for beginners and we've taught hundreds of people this game, we wouldn't expect you to fully remember every detail in one session. But you'll definitely be able to enjoy yourself.

I'm worried I'll be the only girl there...
No problems, I usually see 30% to 50% of our attendees are woman. I can't guarantee this on any given night, or any given group. But you'll find that the environment is super welcoming to all, and it wont effect your enjoyment of the game :
(As with all concerns, if something makes you uncomfortable at an event let Jope know

How old are the other attendees? I don't want to be the only "old person"/"young person" there...
Great question, no one wants to be the odd Ione out in their group. We usually get attendees anywhere from 22-49 with a pretty mixed crowd. I can't make any promises on any given day, but the Ludos Guild has a 80% young-to-mature professional demographic with the remaining 20% older/retired and uni graduates

Will everyone already know each other?
Nope. Sometimes we get couples/duos. Only the game masters really know each other. We also like to break clicks here. You might be wandering why the group has 2000 people yet no one knows each other? Thats because people either left, or they moved on to join Ludos Guild and are playing D&D right now in semi-permement groups :

I might potentially show up late - should I just miss out instead?
Message Jope as early as possible about being late. We can hold a game from starting for up to 20 or so minutes, do keep us informed :

I can't do Saturday nights becuase of other commitments, do you run at other times?
So Ludos runs events every weekday evening, and every morning, afternoon and evening of the weekends. Which means we have up to 11 events running
Message Organiser Jope directly via Meetup your question for an answer about whats going on at the moment

I'm not the super witty/theatre/improv type, but I think I might like this - should I attend?
Ah yes, there are many ways to enjoy D&D. Everyone loves the story and characters, some really get into building their character from a games mechanics perspective. Others just like to hang out and chat about the game. People find different things here
What I can say, is that we don't know which type you are until you attend your first game :

I've been to other game nights and they're been hit or miss - whats different here?
Like most game nights, the quality of the night is a reflection of the attendees, so we often filter out people who we think are bad fits. Don't worry, unlike most games, you can't really be bad at D&D, and you won't be judged for not picking up the rules instantly or asking questions, this if for beginners afterall :) . If you're a mature, friendly person your welcome at Ludos

How heavy on rules is this game night?
We all play fairly light on the rules, you won't be pulled up for not knowing a niche rule, everyone generally leans towards the "rule of cool" if it won't break the game :

I played D&D before and had a bad time at Fortress/Facebook Group/University Club?
Yep, heard this one a lot. Unlike Facebook and university groups we vet people a lot.
If someone sucks the first time they come they aren't given the opportunity to come back again.
If you've paid for a session of D&D and didn't have a good time of it because you were stuck with crappy people, immature kids, or a loud venue - Bring your email receipt to me (Jope) and I'll credit your session purchase to my Beginner Program

Join 5 Beginners for a night of Teamwork, Problem-solving and Hijinx in Dungeons and Dragons.

Turn an Empty Saturday Night into Meeting Five New People.

It's an exciting trial night that we've been running for about 2 years, so we got good at it.
There will be plenty of opportunies for chats, eats, photos, costumes and toys.

Dungeons and Dragons is a relaxed role-play game; part boardgame and part improv with dice. Unlike most boardgames, it involves more talking with the other players about situation you'll be placed in.

When you arrive you will be greeted at the door, and you'll be able to chat and ask questions with the lead host. Afterwards you will be assigned a group of other beginners who arrived alone, and get a chance to meet them and your Game Master before the game begins.
Each game is a unique story, with props and pieces provided for by your Game Master host.

You will love this if:

• You want to make friends at a relaxed/creative game night
• You like fantasy stories, novels, video games, anime and the like
• You work your job a lot and want an exciting, fulfilling social hangout on your off time
• You got to Melbourne less than 2 years ago, and have experienced how hard it is to make friends down here (We've all been there)

82% of all Ludos Guild Members fit this description exactly, with the other 18% missing only one of these 4 traits.

If this fits you, I'm even more excited to show the game that changed everything for me. This night was made for you :)

But tonight, exclusive to first timers, it is 100% free, my gift to you.
If at any point in the night, You feel like this game is for you and you want to join more.
There will be an opportunity to buy the program at an 80% discount.

Afterwards, if we still think your a great fit, you will be welcome to join the ludos guild as a member, and join our private events, including the Fellowship campaigns, guided painting nights, and other social events.

Cya soon
Jope, GM of Ludos Guild

Frequently Asked Question
(or just message Jope your Q's)

How "beginner" is beginner?

• You've played a few times and have the gist of it? that's okay.
• You've never played at all? that's okay.
• You've played up to a level 5 sorcerer with 2 levels in warlock so you could burn the short rest warlock spell slots for the font of magic sorcerer points? You ain't a beginner! But shoot your shot, I might just expidite you to the main group :)

I'm worried I'll slow people down if I don't pick up the game quick enough...
Don't be! Our game night is only for beginners and we've taught hundreds of people this game, we wouldn't expect you to fully remember every detail in one session. But you'll definitely be able to enjoy yourself.

I'm worried I'll be the only girl there...
No problems, I usually see 30% to 50% of our attendees are woman. I can't guarantee this on any given night, or any given group. But you'll find that the environment is super welcoming to all, and it wont effect your enjoyment of the game :
(As with all concerns, if something makes you uncomfortable at an event let Jope know

How old are the other attendees? I don't want to be the only "old person"/"young person" there...
Great question, no one wants to be the odd Ione out in their group. We usually get attendees anywhere from 22-49 with a pretty mixed crowd. I can't make any promises on any given day, but the Ludos Guild has a 80% young-to-mature professional demographic with the remaining 20% older/retired and uni graduates

Will everyone already know each other?
Nope. Sometimes we get couples/duos. Only the game masters really know each other. We also like to break clicks here. You might be wandering why the group has 2000 people yet no one knows each other? Thats because people either left, or they moved on to join Ludos Guild and are playing D&D right now in semi-permement groups :

I might potentially show up late - should I just miss out instead?
Message Jope as early as possible about being late. We can hold a game from starting for up to 20 or so minutes, do keep us informed :

I can't do Saturday nights becuase of other commitments, do you run at other times?
So Ludos runs events every weekday evening, and every morning, afternoon and evening of the weekends. Which means we have up to 11 events running
Message Organiser Jope directly via Meetup your question for an answer about whats going on at the moment

I'm not the super witty/theatre/improv type, but I think I might like this - should I attend?
Ah yes, there are many ways to enjoy D&D. Everyone loves the story and characters, some really get into building their character from a games mechanics perspective. Others just like to hang out and chat about the game. People find different things here
What I can say, is that we don't know which type you are until you attend your first game :

I've been to other game nights and they're been hit or miss - whats different here?
Like most game nights, the quality of the night is a reflection of the attendees, so we often filter out people who we think are bad fits. Don't worry, unlike most games, you can't really be bad at D&D, and you won't be judged for not picking up the rules instantly or asking questions, this if for beginners afterall :) . If you're a mature, friendly person your welcome at Ludos

How heavy on rules is this game night?
We all play fairly light on the rules, you won't be pulled up for not knowing a niche rule, everyone generally leans towards the "rule of cool" if it won't break the game :

I played D&D before and had a bad time at Fortress/Facebook Group/University Club?
Yep, heard this one a lot. Unlike Facebook and university groups we vet people a lot.
If someone sucks the first time they come they aren't given the opportunity to come back again.
If you've paid for a session of D&D and didn't have a good time of it because you were stuck with crappy people, immature kids, or a loud venue - Bring your email receipt to me (Jope) and I'll credit your session purchase to my Beginner Program