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Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock Inn

Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock Inn

Tue, Sep 15, 9:00 AM
From Melbourne Board Games & Gatherings (Solos Welcome!)
4.8

Welcome to the **Tricky Tuesday** Meet Up! This is a smaller event but still the same sized fun! Come join us to play and explore modern card games (especially trick-takers and climbing/shedding games)! It's a great chance to learn a new game and meet some new people. You can usually find us at the tables in the side room! * *This event is made possible (and kept free for all members) via the support of [Pretty Tricky Games](http://prettytrickygames.com.au). An Australian online store for niche and unique imported and indie board and card games. Some of these you will be able to experience at our events!* Bring some games to this event if you can. There are none available at the venue. I will always have some packed - feel free to search for the rules and prepare yourself to play! These regular suspects include: Skull King, Farm Hand, The Crew, Space Dragons, VIVO, and Inside Job. Please consider others when coming and in the lead up to the event. We want as many people there as possible. If you are unable to attend mark yourself as such as soon as you can so others can be notified and attend. There's an FAQ below but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. Your tricky friend, Dave **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** **What is a trick taking game? Good question you handsome person.** * Generally speaking, a trick taking game is a card game which is played in a series of rounds known as ***tricks***. * Each trick is evaluated to determine a winner or ***taker*** of that trick and then will usually start - or ***lead*** *-* the next trick. * The goal is usually tied to either winning or losing a number of tricks. This may also come in the form of you guessing how many tricks you will win - known as a ***bid***. * Some games may have a suit that always wins - known as a ***trump***. * Most trick taking games are **competitive** needing between 3-5 players, others are **cooperative**, there are also solo and two-player trick taking games as well! * Popular trick taking/trick taking adjacent games you may have heard of: [The Crew](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/324856/the-crew-mission-deep-sea), [Skull King](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/150145/skull-king), [Cat in the Box](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/345972/cat-in-the-box-deluxe-edition), [Scout](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/291453/scout), [Fox in the Forest](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/221965/the-fox-in-the-forest), the classic games of [Spades](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/592/spades) and [Hearts](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6887/hearts), **What makes a Trick Taking game fun?** * There's so much to trick taking games! They're generally quick to teach, quick to play, have interesting decision spaces, and a wide variety of novelty. Even the classics though can be played thousands of times without getting tiresome. Part of the fun is in the interaction with others, assessing their moves and countering them, and how to win (or lose) at the right times. You have to stay on your toes, adapt frequently, and keep tabs on the other players, what they have played, and what they may play next! **Do I need to know how to play/have played a trick taking game before?** * Not at all, but it is good to understand the basics and general terminology so you can pick things up a bit easier on the night. You can check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O7QyhKmCsk) for a bit of a general breakdown . **Is this event free?** * Yes, but please support the venue by purchasing a drink or two. **I'm on the waitlist can I still come?** * Unfortunately, no. We have limited capacity and must abide by it. **I don't have a game to bring, is that okay?** * Generally it will be okay, but it is encouraged to bring and share a game where you can! You can always bring a standard deck of cards or tarot cards and learn a card game or two as well! **Can I bring a guest?** * Unfortunately, unless they have signed up too it won't be possible. We have a strict limit on guests and the event would fill up too quickly otherwise. **How do I get to the venue?** * The 86 Tram is your best bet and has a stop pretty much right outside of the venue. * There are two train stations (Westgarth and Northcote) which are within walking distance. * Parking is available in the area but can get busy. If you don't mind a little walk there is parking down the adjacent street. **Dave, I worry you will win all the games we play. Such an intelligent and beautiful man, you must be a master of the tricks, is this true?** * Firstly - thank-you for the kind words, but secondly - no. I suck at trick taking games and lose more than I win. Yet, I enjoy them for their variety, high interaction, and quick nature regardless. You will be fine if you don't take things too seriously. It's about fun and meeting people... (but if you do beat me too often I will ban you from the group and venue...).

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Respawn Gaming Pokemon Stadium Tournament + Gamers Meetup & Social

Respawn Gaming Pokemon Stadium Tournament + Gamers Meetup & Social

Sun, Sep 13, 2:30 AM
From Melbourne Language Exchange & Social: Make New Friends
4.5

Welcome to Respawn’s Tournament Edition! 🛡️ This time it’s our fifth tournament special, we bring the classic Pokemon Stadium 64! We will do this usually on a Sunday once month. The tournament lasts 1.5-2 hours and may last longer depending on the players, starting at 12:30pm. 🥷 Nothing to worry about as it’s not serious, more casual. Prizes awarded to podium finishers worth $10-$40. Mandatory entry fee of $4 applies (does not include general entry to the Gamers Meetup). 🫶 RULES: Format – Swiss Rounds • 4 players play each other. • There are 5 Mini Games to be played for each round. • Host will randomly select Mini Games to play for Game 1. Whoever comes last in each game gets to pick the mini-game they want to play e.g. If you come last in ‘Sushi-Go-Round’ for Game 1, you get to pick the particular mini game. The person that came last in Game 1 picked ‘Rock Harden’ for Game 2. If someone else came last in ‘Rock Harden’ for Game 2, they get to pick a mini game of their choice for Game 3 & so on. • Whoever has the most & 2nd most pts out of the 5 rounds wins. • If players are tied at the end of Game 5, they must play one game of ‘Clefairy Says’. •Top Cut is optional – it is up to the host or participants (best to do a vote) Point System 1st Place = 4 pts 2nd Place = 3 pts 3rd Place = 2 pts 4th Place = 1 pt • Registration Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm. • Tournament Start Time: 1:45pm. • All tournament participants MUST arrive by deadline 1:45pm. We cannot add players afterwards as it’ll cause confusion. • Your name will be logged into our Challonge. • No Cheat codes. 1st Place: Pokemon - Raichu Squishmallow 10" Plush 🥇 2nd Place: Pokemon - Greninja Jet Tag Keyring 🥈 3rd Place: X6 Pokémon Enamel pins 🥉 Will you be the champion of the Pokemon Stadium? 🏆 RSVP and DM us to officially register on our Challonge. Let us know which character you’re using! (Can only select one). Please arrive on time before 6:45pm. ☝️ You can also come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. Spectator game stations available!🥤 At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and this time have 2 multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A and B). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️ Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️ Conditions of general entry to the games are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice or pay $4 and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! Please return it when you’re done.✌️ Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩 Our games list is below! 👇 Game Station A - N64 Emulator - Dean: Designated Pokemon Stadium Tournament Special. Game Station B - Switch 2 - Michael: • ??? • ??? Game Station C - PS4 - Abaan: • ??? • ??? Game Station D - TCG + Board Games: Pokémon TCG YU-Gi-OH! TCG UNO JENGA BYO available! You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍 Top 3 tournament entrants earn prizes and will be announced via Instagram, Facebook and Discord. 🔊 Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧 Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗 Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩‍💻 The Kids Club is no joke, a true Gym leader has precision! ⚡️

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Respawn Gaming Pokemon N64 Tournament + Gamers Meetup & Social

Respawn Gaming Pokemon N64 Tournament + Gamers Meetup & Social

Sun, Sep 13, 2:30 AM
From Melbourne Social & International Friends
4.8

Welcome to Respawn’s Tournament Edition! 🛡️ This time it’s our fifth tournament special, we bring the classic Pokemon Stadium 64! We will do this usually on a Sunday once month. The tournament lasts 1.5-2 hours and may last longer depending on the players, starting at 12:30pm. 🥷 Nothing to worry about as it’s not serious, more casual. Prizes awarded to podium finishers worth $10-$40. Mandatory entry fee of $4 applies (does not include general entry to the Gamers Meetup). 🫶 RULES: Format – Swiss Rounds • 4 players play each other. • There are 5 Mini Games to be played for each round. • Host will randomly select Mini Games to play for Game 1. Whoever comes last in each game gets to pick the mini-game they want to play e.g. If you come last in ‘Sushi-Go-Round’ for Game 1, you get to pick the particular mini game. The person that came last in Game 1 picked ‘Rock Harden’ for Game 2. If someone else came last in ‘Rock Harden’ for Game 2, they get to pick a mini game of their choice for Game 3 & so on. • Whoever has the most & 2nd most pts out of the 5 rounds wins. • If players are tied at the end of Game 5, they must play one game of ‘Clefairy Says’. •Top Cut is optional – it is up to the host or participants (best to do a vote) Point System 1st Place = 4 pts 2nd Place = 3 pts 3rd Place = 2 pts 4th Place = 1 pt • Registration Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm. • Tournament Start Time: 1:45pm. • All tournament participants MUST arrive by deadline 1:45pm. We cannot add players afterwards as it’ll cause confusion. • Your name will be logged into our Challonge. • No Cheat codes. 1st Place: Pokemon - Raichu Squishmallow 10" Plush 🥇 2nd Place: Pokemon - Greninja Jet Tag Keyring 🥈 3rd Place: X6 Pokémon Enamel pins 🥉 Will you be the champion of the Pokemon Stadium? 🏆 RSVP and DM us to officially register on our Challonge. Let us know which character you’re using! (Can only select one). Please arrive on time before 6:45pm. ☝️ You can also come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. Spectator game stations available!🥤 At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and this time have 2 multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A and B). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️ Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️ Conditions of general entry to the games are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice or pay $4 and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! Please return it when you’re done.✌️ Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩 Our games list is below! 👇 Game Station A - N64 Emulator - Dean: Designated Pokemon Stadium Tournament Special. Game Station B - Switch 2 - Michael: • ??? • ??? Game Station C - PS4 - Abaan: • ??? • ??? Game Station D - TCG + Board Games: Pokémon TCG YU-Gi-OH! TCG UNO JENGA BYO available! You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍 Top 3 tournament entrants earn prizes and will be announced via Instagram, Facebook and Discord. 🔊 Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧 Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗 Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩‍💻 The Kids Club is no joke, a true Gym leader has precision! ⚡️

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Games After Dark - Neighbourhood Edition

Games After Dark - Neighbourhood Edition

Fri, Sep 11, 7:00 AM
From Melbourne Meeples Board Games
4.7

Join us for an evening of games at Watsonia Neighbourhood House. Every **Second Friday** we bring a selection of games from the club’s ever growing library as well as choice games from our own personal collections. Feel free to bring your own! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Where do we play? We play in the Eucalypt Room at Watsonia Neighbourhood House. What do we play? There will be a range of games available, from beginner to more experienced. We play modern board and card games that are fun and relatively easy to learn. We are more than happy for new people of all experience levels to come and we are always eager to teach. How about Food and Drinks? Enjoy some tea on the house. Or bring in your own meal or grab one from one of the fine local places in the neighbourhood.

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Sunday Gamers Meetup & Social by Respawn Gaming

Sunday Gamers Meetup & Social by Respawn Gaming

Sun, Sep 20, 3:30 AM
From Melbourne Language Exchange & Social: Make New Friends
4.5

Welcome to Respawn’s Gamers Citadel! 🛡️ Come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. 🥤 Entry is $4 or buy yourself a drink or food. 🍲 At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and have two multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A, B, C and D). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️ Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️ Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! ✌️ Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩 Our games list is below! 👇 Game Station A - PS4/PS3 - Abaan: 1st Game: ??? 2nd Game: ??? Game Station B - Emulator - Dean: 1st Game: ??? 2nd Game: ??? Game Station C - Retro Console - Michael 1st Game: ??? 2nd Game: ??? Game Station D - TCG + Board Games: Pokémon TCG YU-Gi-OH! TCG UNO JENGA BYO available! You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍 Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧 Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗 Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩‍💻

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