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NEW PLAYER FEBRUARY! These two phases of the game are pretty short but also require a bunch of discussion. Ted was actually surprised at how much there is to consider in the travel phase. But we still did both phases in one show. Check out our blog: https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

NEW PLAYER FEBRUARY continues as we talk about the quest phase and all its implications for the game. Check out our blog: https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

We continue with our in-depth look at the phases of the game for NEW PLAYER FEBRUARY. Today we talk about both the resource phase and the planning phase. For card reviews and more details, check out our blog: https://cardtalk2018.com To support our show, become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

NEW PLAYER FEBRUARY!!!!! Need some in-depth analysis of how to set-up your game and some advice that you can bring to future games? Well, here we have it. Join Ted and Dave as they stepwise progress through the seven steps of game set up and discuss valuable considerations at each step. Join us at the blog for in-depth card analysis: https://cardtalk2018.com Support us! Become a patron! https://pa...

NEW PLAYERS!!! This month is for you. In this episode, we answer the questions "What is LOTR LCG?" and "What is Card Talk?" If you are interested in in following our blog, go here: https://cardtalk2018.com Want to support us? https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018

A long-extended party has given us a spoiler of Tactics Glorfindel from the 4th AP of their community made cycle, The Glittering Caves. To see the spoiler artcile, click here: https://alongextendedparty.com/2022/01/19/the-glittering-caves/ We have a written spoiler on our blog as well: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/01/25/tactics-glorfindel-spoiler-review/ Want to become a patron? https://patreon.c...

How many times do we say the word "pipe" in this show? Too many! Interested in the written review of this card, check out our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/01/18/smoke-and-think/ Want to support us? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

In this episode, we talk about a utility card released late in the game's life. It's pretty good, but just how good? Check out the blog with our latest content! https://cardtalk2018.com Like the content? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Merry Christmas from everyone here at Card Talk. Tolkien was a devout Catholic and while his work isn't allegorical, I would like to think that he channeled a little Santa Claus when creating Bombur. Go read our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Support us! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Oh Folco, does your art reflect how useful you are? Maybe. Check out what we have to say! And you can check out the Blog, too, to read what Matt has to say. https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/12/21/folco-boffin/ Do you like what we have to say? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Does anyone see Elfhelm and say, "Let's make a mount deck!"? Probably not many of us, but there are some use cases in multiplayer. Check out our guest written article on the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/12/14/leadership-elfhelm/ Want to support what we do? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

In this episode the guys talk about a nonunique ally, the Mirkwood Explorer. What kind of surprises does this card have? Probably not many, but he's still good. Want to read what we say at the blog? https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/12/07/mirkwood-explorer/ Want to support our show? Become a patron! http://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

We got him! The designer of The Hunt for the Dreadnaught is here on Card Talk. Jeremy Zwirn talks to us about all the behind the scenes at FFG from his point of view including the revised core set. All this *and* we talked about a card! I'm so excited that he came on the show! Want to see the what we wrote over at the blog? https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/12/01/zigil-miner/ Want to support what we d...

This card was recently overshadowed by the Messenger of the King contract, but has it lost all it's umph? Tune in here, or check out our written review over at the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/11/23/sword-thain/ Interested in supporting us? Become a Patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

This week we discuss Ranger of Cardolan. This card is a lot of fun, but is it worth playing in a non-Dunedain deck? Check us out!   Interested in a written article about this card? https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/11/16/ranger-of-cardolan.   Want to support Card Talk? https://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018      

This week we return talking about another ally that could be used as an MOTK Hero. But, how vital is Anborn (like, really?) to a trap deck? Join us! To see the written card review, check out our blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/11/09/lore-anborn/ Like what you hear? Support us by becoming a patron! https://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018      

In this episode we talk about the only unique ally that outlands has. We think he's stuck in an outlands deck, but we differ about how good he is in that deck. Want to read about it on OUR BLOG? https://cardtalk2018.com Want to support us? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

In this episode a patron suggested that we talk about Ranger Bow. I hope after this show, they are still a patron! Check out the card review on the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/10/19/ranger-bow/ Interested in supporting the show? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018

Say it ain't so! John (peaceandthought) is formally announcing his step back from the planning team. But, we have him here talking about Con of the Rings 2021 and all the great times had by all.   We also have a blog where you can look at cards! https://cardtalk2018.com   Want to support us? To pledge visit https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

We finish off our series as we get ready to go to the Con this weekend. Join us as we discuss Tactics cards that make sense to bring to a con. Also, don't forget to check out the blog: https://www.cardtalk2018.com If you love the content, please consider becoming a patron. Join at https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

We continue our look at going to a Con. This week we focus on some selections from the spirit sphere and we explore the beauty of side quests for play at the con. Make sure to check out our blog at https://cardtalk2018.com Love our content? Support us through patreon! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

It's not quite a spoiler since the AP was released last week, but today we take a look at Guided by Fate both here and at the blog https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/09/14/guided-by-fate/ And then we talk about a few questions listeners had about the Con of the Rings. It's a jam packed episode that covers the gamut of content! Like what we do? Want to support us? Interested in getting swag? Become a pa...

In this episode we look at a few cards from the Lore sphere that you may want to consider bringing to a convention. These cards either see increased effectiveness, decreased cost to effect ratio, or improved playability at higher player counts. Like the content? Become a patron https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018 Also check out our blog for player card reviews and other content! https://cardtalk2018....

In this episode, we take a break from our normal one show, one card format and get ready for Con of the Rings in a few weeks by looking at the cards that may not see play except in multiplayer or convention settings.  This week?  Leadership cards. Like our content?  Become a patron!  https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018 Visit our blog for more content!  https://cardtalk2018   

In this episode, Meneldor takes flight. While Grant is not with us, Ted and I break down the card. At the end, we think this card is pretty good. What do you think? Check out our blog about this card, too! https://cardtalk2018.com/2021/08/24/meneldor/ Become a patron! Join at  http://patreon.com/cardtalk2018