Dark Tomb: Bloodthorn Island and The Supernatural Sauvignon Blanc

Dark Tomb: Bloodthorn Island and The Supernatural Sauvignon Blanc

This week Michael and Suzy play the second game from their Kozz games Kickstarter, Dark Tomb: Bloodthorn Island! It’s the follow up to the first game, Crypts of Aurelian. This time around, though, it’s got a BOAT! We also taste The Supernatural Sauvignon Blanc, a 100% Sauv Blanc from New Zealand! Be sure to check …

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Dark Tomb & Chronic Cellars Suite Petite

Dark Tomb & Chronic Cellars Suite Petite

This week we take a look at the first game from our recent Kickstarter purchase from Kozz games, Dark Tomb: Crypts of Aurelian, a “super portable” tabletop game (think Altoid’s tin-ish) where 1 to 5 players descend into the tombs to reclaim the Amulet of Fire to save Gorriah! It’s got all the cubes you …

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Shinobi WAT-AAH! and a Yuzu Saki Cocktail

Shinobi WAT-AAH! and a Yuzu Saki Cocktail

Hello and welcome back to everyone! This week Michael and Suzy are tasting a yuzu fruit sake cocktail mixing Zipang Sparkling Sake and Joto Yuzu Sake, a suggestion that we got from Susie and Tim, wine consultant and manager respectively, from our local Binny’s Beverage Depot out in Geneva, IL. Spoilers, there was nothing left …

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Potion Panic and Three Lakes Winery Blueberry Wine

Potion Panic and Three Lakes Winery Blueberry Wine

We’re back and this week we’re reviewing Rocket House Games‘ Potion Panic a frantic race to become the Alchemist a la Mode by completing potion recipe’s components, smashing vials to get more cards in your hand or to deny your opponents those super valuable crystals! Ten crystals gets you the Philosopher’s Stone, which wins you …

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Fallout: The Board Game and Do Epic Shit Red Blend

Fallout: The Board Game and Do Epic Shit Red Blend

Welcome to another episode of Meeples and Wine! This time we’ll be discussing Fallout: The Board Game while drinking Do Epic Shit – 2021 Red Wine Blend from Browne Family Vineyards. The wine is a full-bodied Paso Robles Red Blend with notes of raspberry, cherry, black pepper, and dark chocolate. It pairs well with bold …

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Roborally 2023 and 19 Crimes Martha’s Chard

Roborally 2023 and 19 Crimes Martha’s Chard

Board Games, Wine Tasting, and Midwest Gaming Classic Adventures In this episode of Meeples and Wine, hosts Michael and Suzy return after a brief hiatus to share news of their appearance at the Midwest Gaming Classic 2024 in Milwaukee. They reminisce about their past experience at the event, interview highlights, and announce their plans for …

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Arkham Horror: Final Hour and Breakfast Junkie Fruited Berliner Weiss Style Ale

Arkham Horror: Final Hour and Breakfast Junkie Fruited Berliner Weiss Style Ale

In this episode of Meeples and Wine, Michael dives into board games suitable for single players or those with one-player variants. He reviews Arkham Horror: Final Hour, discussing the strategy, mechanics, and overall gameplay. Michael also samples a blueberry, cinnamon and maple syrup ale from North Carolina’s Heist Brewery named ‘breakfast junkie,’ giving a detailed …

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Bread and Butter Chardonnay and The Rocketeer: Fate of the Future!

Bread and Butter Chardonnay and The Rocketeer: Fate of the Future!

Title: Reviewing “The Rocketeer” – A Perfect Pairing with A Glass of Chardonnay Hello everybody and welcome to the world of board games and fine wine, where every roll of the dice pairs perfectly with every sip of a good vintage. Today, we’re going to delve into the world of “The Rocketeer: Fate of the …

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Michael Plays with Himself: Onirim and Two Brothers Cherry Northwind

Michael Plays with Himself: Onirim and Two Brothers Cherry Northwind

Solo Game Exploration and Beer Tasting: ‘Onirim’ and Two Brothers Imperial Stout Onirim: A Dreamy Solitaire Adventure Introduction This week I’m reviewing Onirim, a solo/cooperative card game where you navigate a mysterious labyrinth as a dreamwalker. You must escape before your dream time runs out by finding the eight oneiric doors. Gameplay Onirim is a …

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Tiny Epic Dungeons and Apothic Red Blend

Tiny Epic Dungeons and Apothic Red Blend

In this episode of ‘Meeples and Wine’, hosts Michael and Suzy kick off the New Year by reviewing board game ‘Tiny Epic Dungeons’. The couple highlight the high replayability, short playtime, and high strategy of the game, despite its challenging learning curve. Michael and Suzy also mention a Kickstarter game they found interesting, ‘The Last …

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