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A home for my most in-depth game guides and written takes, all focused on the board games I genuinely enjoy.

Speech Skill Line Explained • The Elder Scrolls Betrayal of the Second Era

In this video, I break down how the Speech skill line works in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era. I go over each of the dice, explain how they work, and highlight common rules on how to play them correctly and efficiently. Whether you’re considering building around it or just want to better understand its utility, this guide should help clarify how the skill line functions at the table.

 11   3 d   Skill lines explained   TES: BotSE

All Silent Common Cards • Tier List & Analysis • Slay the Spire: The Board Game

In this video, I rank all of The Silent’s Common cards from Slay the Spire: The Board Game, based on how often I tend to pick or skip them in real runs rather than pure theoretical power. I go through each card one by one, talk about where it shines, where it struggles, how it contributes to damage scaling, defence, or synergy, and how it fits into different deck archetypes. The goal isn’t to declare anything strictly “good” or “bad”, but to give a practical perspective that might help you make better decisions during your own runs.

 19   10 d   Slay the Spire   Tier lists

Nightblade Class Guide • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

n this video, I walk through how to play the Nightblade in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, covering class abilities, how to upgrade to master, stat allocation, racial synergy, starting and additional skill lines, and practical gameplay strategy. I also share how I approach Nightblade in solo Expert campaigns, including positioning, Stealth management, and more. This isn’t meant to be the only way to build the class, but rather a guide to help you understand how Nightblade functions and what makes it effective at the table.

 23   17 d   Class guides   TES: BotSE

All Silent Uncommon Cards • Tier List & Analysis • Slay the Spire: The Board Game

In this video, I rank all of The Silent’s Uncommon cards from Slay the Spire: The Board Game, based on how often I tend to grab (or skip) these cards in actual play, and not just raw power level. I walk through each card and talk about what makes it work (or not), which decks it fits into, and how it contributes to damage output, survivability, scaling, or synergy. Hopefully this helps you get a better sense of the Silent’s toolkit and how to make the most of it in your runs.

 33   24 d   Slay the Spire   Tier lists

10 Upcoming Board Games I’m Excited About (And Why)

In this video, I talk through 10 upcoming board games I’ve personally backed and am genuinely excited about. This isn’t a list of the “best” or “hottest” new releases – just the games that caught my attention and that I’m looking forward to playing and eventually covering on the channel. Think of it as a small preview of what’s coming up, and hopefully a way to connect with others who share a similar taste in games!

All 11 Skill Lines Ranked (Base Game) • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

In this video, I’m ranking all 11 skill lines from the core box of The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, based on my extensive solo Expert experience. I go through each skill line, talk about what makes it shine (or not), highlight synergies and quirks, and explain how I use them in my own campaigns. Hopefully this gives you a better sense of what each skill line offers and helps you decide which ones are worth building around.

 39   1 mo   TES: BotSE   Tier lists

How to Play The Silent • Full Character Guide • Slay the Spire: The Board Game

In this video, I walk through how to play The Silent in Slay the Spire: The Board Game, covering everything you need to know to get started. I explain how the character works, highlight key synergies, and show how damage scaling works across different builds based on my experience playing the game. This isn’t a definitive way to play The Silent, but it’s meant to help you better understand how the character works and what makes it strong. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your strategy, I hope this guide is helpful!

 65   1 mo   Class guides   Slay the Spire

Rogue in Skyrim • Full Solo Campaign Playthrough • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

In this video, I play a full solo campaign of The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era on Expert difficulty, using a Rogue with Assassination build in the Skyrim region. For an extra challenge, I selected both my class and race randomly, and started the campaign with a non-damage-dealing skill line. The full run is packed with commentary, decisions, and on-the-fly strategy as I make my way through the harsh terrain of Skyrim.

 39   1 mo   Playthroughs   TES: BotSE

Grimcoven Storage Solution | Free 3D-Printed Insert Review (All-In)

In this video, I take a look at a free 3D-printed storage solution for Grimcoven designed to fit the full All-In pledge. I walk through how the insert is organised, how everything fits in the box, and how practical it actually is for setup, teardown, and long-term storage. This isn’t a sponsored review – just an honest look at a community-made solution that might be really useful if you’re looking for a cost-effective way to keep Grimcoven organised.

 100   1 mo   3D printing   Grimcoven   Organisers   Reviews

All New Classes & Skill Lines in Heroes of Tamriel Stretch Goals

In this video, I break down the Heroes of Tamriel expansions and help you figure out which ones make the most sense for your table. I go through the new classes, skill lines, and gameplay additions each box brings, talk about how they change the feel of the game, and point out who each expansion is really aimed at. This isn’t about hype or completionism – it’s a practical buyer’s guide based on how Betrayal of the Second Era actually plays, especially in solo, so you can make a more informed decision about what to pick up next.

 80   2 mo   Heroes of Tamriel   TES: BotSE
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