Volko
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I celebrate today the peaceful transfer of power in my Commonwealth.
As our 75th governor noted upon inauguration, to be a Commonwealth means "our government should serve the common good — that the voices of everyday Virginians — not kings or aristocrats or oligarchs — should drive us forward."
As our 75th governor noted upon inauguration, to be a Commonwealth means "our government should serve the common good — that the voices of everyday Virginians — not kings or aristocrats or oligarchs — should drive us forward."
January 17, 2026 at 6:39 PM
I celebrate today the peaceful transfer of power in my Commonwealth.
As our 75th governor noted upon inauguration, to be a Commonwealth means "our government should serve the common good — that the voices of everyday Virginians — not kings or aristocrats or oligarchs — should drive us forward."
As our 75th governor noted upon inauguration, to be a Commonwealth means "our government should serve the common good — that the voices of everyday Virginians — not kings or aristocrats or oligarchs — should drive us forward."
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SDHistCon Winter Quarters 2026 is in 16 days! Here are some of the amazing events to expect at this online convention, featuring @markherman54.bsky.social, @volko.bsky.social, @djackthompson.bsky.social, @jasondcmatthews.bsky.social, @danbullock.bsky.social, and many more! sdhist.com/exciting-eve...
January 15, 2026 at 9:21 PM
SDHistCon Winter Quarters 2026 is in 16 days! Here are some of the amazing events to expect at this online convention, featuring @markherman54.bsky.social, @volko.bsky.social, @djackthompson.bsky.social, @jasondcmatthews.bsky.social, @danbullock.bsky.social, and many more! sdhist.com/exciting-eve...
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A decent wargame publisher, if they were tipping their toes into making science fiction games would back themselves and get the art done. Try to make a good product and actually get people interested in the game. They wouldn't spew that AI or else BS
I know this because I've done this exact thing.
I know this because I've done this exact thing.
December 10, 2025 at 12:03 AM
A decent wargame publisher, if they were tipping their toes into making science fiction games would back themselves and get the art done. Try to make a good product and actually get people interested in the game. They wouldn't spew that AI or else BS
I know this because I've done this exact thing.
I know this because I've done this exact thing.
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With great pleasure I am presenting today fifth installment in Levy & Campaign series - Seljuk! What a wonderful product - let us see what we are getting in the box!
theboardgameschronicle.com/2026/01/14/f...
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@gmtgames.bsky.social @volko.bsky.social
First look at Seljuk: Byzantium Besieged, 1068-1071 from GMT Games
I am a great admirer of Volko Ruhnke’s designs, and in particular of the Levy & Campaign system. With each new installment in the series, the close collaboration between the system’s creator an…
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January 14, 2026 at 4:36 PM
With great pleasure I am presenting today fifth installment in Levy & Campaign series - Seljuk! What a wonderful product - let us see what we are getting in the box!
theboardgameschronicle.com/2026/01/14/f...
@gmtgames.bsky.social @volko.bsky.social
theboardgameschronicle.com/2026/01/14/f...
@gmtgames.bsky.social @volko.bsky.social
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For those interested, Noble Knight Games just posted a publisher spotlight interview with co-founder Gene Billingsley about GMT’s origins, its people-first philosophy, and the creative partnerships that have shaped its catalog. You can check it out here: play.nobleknight.com/publisher-sp...
Publisher Spotlight: GMT Games | Noble Knight Gaming Hall
GMT Games is a people-first tabletop publisher known for innovative historical and strategy games shaped by passion and creative freedom.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:54 PM
For those interested, Noble Knight Games just posted a publisher spotlight interview with co-founder Gene Billingsley about GMT’s origins, its people-first philosophy, and the creative partnerships that have shaped its catalog. You can check it out here: play.nobleknight.com/publisher-sp...
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Pushing Carboard 51 is out!
Featuring an interview with air combat gaming guru JD Webster
and a look at Worthington's South Mountain
and all the other gaming chatter you crave
Featuring an interview with air combat gaming guru JD Webster
and a look at Worthington's South Mountain
and all the other gaming chatter you crave
51 - JD Webster and air combat games, Worthington's South Mountain - Pushing Cardboard
A place for tabletop gamers to discuss historical boardgames and wargames.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Pushing Carboard 51 is out!
Featuring an interview with air combat gaming guru JD Webster
and a look at Worthington's South Mountain
and all the other gaming chatter you crave
Featuring an interview with air combat gaming guru JD Webster
and a look at Worthington's South Mountain
and all the other gaming chatter you crave
"1943: Race to Rabaul" art integration testing, TTS first. Game art by @domhnallh.bsky.social in TTS module by Pete Wagner.
January 11, 2026 at 1:53 PM
"1943: Race to Rabaul" art integration testing, TTS first. Game art by @domhnallh.bsky.social in TTS module by Pete Wagner.
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I appreciate GMT's interest in developing solitaire rules even for games that feel like they might not adapt well to solo play. Games are always better with friends, but sometimes you don't have anyone around and you just want to explore a game yourself. @gmtgames.bsky.social @volko.bsky.social
January 10, 2026 at 1:42 PM
I appreciate GMT's interest in developing solitaire rules even for games that feel like they might not adapt well to solo play. Games are always better with friends, but sometimes you don't have anyone around and you just want to explore a game yourself. @gmtgames.bsky.social @volko.bsky.social
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Playing some Race to Rabaul from @volko.bsky.social at CGSC today.
January 9, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Playing some Race to Rabaul from @volko.bsky.social at CGSC today.
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Today's video is Fire in the Lake, widely considered the best game in the COIN Series. FIre in the lake takes on the difficult subject matter of the Vietnam War and presents it with the skill of the Ken burns documentary on the same conflict.
youtu.be/f7CTDGjSGeA
youtu.be/f7CTDGjSGeA
Fire in the lake in about 3 minutes
YouTube video by 3 Minute Board Games
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January 9, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Today's video is Fire in the Lake, widely considered the best game in the COIN Series. FIre in the lake takes on the difficult subject matter of the Vietnam War and presents it with the skill of the Ken burns documentary on the same conflict.
youtu.be/f7CTDGjSGeA
youtu.be/f7CTDGjSGeA
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We’re mobilizing across the country this weekend to honor Renee Nicole Good, demand accountability for ICE’s killing of Renee, and make visible the human cost of ICE’s terror: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
January 9, 2026 at 3:11 AM
We’re mobilizing across the country this weekend to honor Renee Nicole Good, demand accountability for ICE’s killing of Renee, and make visible the human cost of ICE’s terror: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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NPR's Jan. 6 archive brings together reporting, video, documents and testimony to show what really happened during the Capitol riot. Explore the timeline, cases and evidence behind the attack.
Jan. 6, 2021: A visual archive of the Capitol attack
NPR’s Jan. 6 archive brings together reporting, video, documents and testimony to show what really happened during the Capitol riot. Explore the timeline, cases and evidence behind the attack.
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January 5, 2026 at 1:24 PM
NPR's Jan. 6 archive brings together reporting, video, documents and testimony to show what really happened during the Capitol riot. Explore the timeline, cases and evidence behind the attack.
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Thanks to starting a new job last year I learned and played far fewer new games than I would have liked, which has made this list a little weirder than usual. Still, tradition must be upheld so here is my Top 7 New (to me) Games of 2025: www.stuartellisgorman.com/blog/2025-in...
2025 in Review – Top 7 Games — Stuart Ellis-Gorman
Normally I start these posts with a rundown on my year in gaming and life, but not much happened in 2025 so there’s not much to report, especially compared to 2024 when I moved to a new continent and ...
www.stuartellisgorman.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Thanks to starting a new job last year I learned and played far fewer new games than I would have liked, which has made this list a little weirder than usual. Still, tradition must be upheld so here is my Top 7 New (to me) Games of 2025: www.stuartellisgorman.com/blog/2025-in...
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China's War (1937-1941) - Tutorial Extended Example of Play
YouTube video by Stuka Joe
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January 1, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Want to start the year feeling healthy, balanced, and aligned with your values? 🌱 Take the Veganuary challenge: 31 days of delicious plant-based meals, better health, and helping animals. Simple swaps, big impact — join millions worldwide and see how good it feels!
👉 veganuary.com
👉 veganuary.com
Veganuary | Try Vegan for 31 Days
Since 2014, Veganuary has inspired and supported millions of people all over the world to go vegan for January - and beyond!
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December 31, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Want to start the year feeling healthy, balanced, and aligned with your values? 🌱 Take the Veganuary challenge: 31 days of delicious plant-based meals, better health, and helping animals. Simple swaps, big impact — join millions worldwide and see how good it feels!
👉 veganuary.com
👉 veganuary.com
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We're getting closer & closer to The 2026 Armchair Dragoons Digital Convention
Over 40 games, seminar, and other events
Historical talks, learn-to-play from the designers, previews of upcoming games, and more
📆 16-18 January, all online 🧑💻
http://tinyurl.com/a...
Over 40 games, seminar, and other events
Historical talks, learn-to-play from the designers, previews of upcoming games, and more
📆 16-18 January, all online 🧑💻
http://tinyurl.com/a...
December 30, 2025 at 3:04 PM
We're getting closer & closer to The 2026 Armchair Dragoons Digital Convention
Over 40 games, seminar, and other events
Historical talks, learn-to-play from the designers, previews of upcoming games, and more
📆 16-18 January, all online 🧑💻
http://tinyurl.com/a...
Over 40 games, seminar, and other events
Historical talks, learn-to-play from the designers, previews of upcoming games, and more
📆 16-18 January, all online 🧑💻
http://tinyurl.com/a...
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ICYMI One last share as there are good deals here! The Holiday Wargamers Buyer’s Guide – 2025 Edition is up and has discount codes for 10-40% off from 16 different publishers! Merry Christmas and happy hunting! theplayersaid.com/2025/11/26/h...
Holiday Wargamers Buyer’s Guide – 2025 Edition
My favorite time of the year is the holidays! Thanksgiving and Christmas are always such a great time with food, family, friends, football and games around the holiday table. Around this time of ye…
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December 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
ICYMI One last share as there are good deals here! The Holiday Wargamers Buyer’s Guide – 2025 Edition is up and has discount codes for 10-40% off from 16 different publishers! Merry Christmas and happy hunting! theplayersaid.com/2025/11/26/h...
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Mark your calendars:
Saturday, January 10th - We will be featuring Cross Bronx Expressway (from @gmtgames.bsky.social) on the channel.
And designer @nbsp1618.bsky.social will be IN STUDIO with us as we host a full teaching and play-through!
Very much looking forward to this!
Saturday, January 10th - We will be featuring Cross Bronx Expressway (from @gmtgames.bsky.social) on the channel.
And designer @nbsp1618.bsky.social will be IN STUDIO with us as we host a full teaching and play-through!
Very much looking forward to this!
December 27, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Mark your calendars:
Saturday, January 10th - We will be featuring Cross Bronx Expressway (from @gmtgames.bsky.social) on the channel.
And designer @nbsp1618.bsky.social will be IN STUDIO with us as we host a full teaching and play-through!
Very much looking forward to this!
Saturday, January 10th - We will be featuring Cross Bronx Expressway (from @gmtgames.bsky.social) on the channel.
And designer @nbsp1618.bsky.social will be IN STUDIO with us as we host a full teaching and play-through!
Very much looking forward to this!
Most Anticipated Tabletop Games 2026: The Ultimate List
YouTube video by Legendary Tactics
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December 27, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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Best Week continues! On this our hallowed second day, we're celebrating the best board games of 2025 that stare into the abyss. Read the full list here: spacebiff.com/2025/12/27/b...
Best Week 2025! Heart of Darkness!
This will surprise absolutely nobody, but I am sometimes accused of being a big old bummer. A downer. A morose feel-bad baby. Nietzsche said that if you stare into the abyss it’ll gaze back, …
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December 27, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Best Week continues! On this our hallowed second day, we're celebrating the best board games of 2025 that stare into the abyss. Read the full list here: spacebiff.com/2025/12/27/b...
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This is a very serious opportunity for the farm sanctuary I work for. We take care of the most vulnerable animals that have no other place in this world. Please consider a donation to meet this enormous matching miracle!
We have a HUGE opportunity right now thanks to a very generous matching donor. Between now and New Year's Day we need your help to get as close as possible to raising $12,500 to start 2026 with $25,000! donorbox.org/end-of-year-...
End of Year Match! | Merrymac Farm Sanctuary (Powered by Donorbox)
The end of 2025 has come with some massive vet bills for our residents and the arrival of two precious senior mini horses who have no record of vetting. They need medical exams, vaccines, dental work,...
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December 27, 2025 at 5:32 PM
This is a very serious opportunity for the farm sanctuary I work for. We take care of the most vulnerable animals that have no other place in this world. Please consider a donation to meet this enormous matching miracle!
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This list should 100% include "Littoral Commander: Baltic Edition"
Great for kids E-1 to O-10
www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/mil...
Great for kids E-1 to O-10
www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/mil...
Six wargames to add to your holiday gift list
Some wargames aren't available to the public. Fortunately, there are games out there that can be obtained without needing a security clearance.
www.militarytimes.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:22 PM
This list should 100% include "Littoral Commander: Baltic Edition"
Great for kids E-1 to O-10
www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/mil...
Great for kids E-1 to O-10
www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/mil...
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ICYM, there is still time to get your boardgames Christmas presents! Some ideas below. Hurry-up! Link: theboardgameschronicle.com/2025/12/19/t...
@gmtgames.bsky.social @fgradaille.bsky.social
@volko.bsky.social @joedewhurst.bsky.social
@gmtgames.bsky.social @fgradaille.bsky.social
@volko.bsky.social @joedewhurst.bsky.social
December 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
ICYM, there is still time to get your boardgames Christmas presents! Some ideas below. Hurry-up! Link: theboardgameschronicle.com/2025/12/19/t...
@gmtgames.bsky.social @fgradaille.bsky.social
@volko.bsky.social @joedewhurst.bsky.social
@gmtgames.bsky.social @fgradaille.bsky.social
@volko.bsky.social @joedewhurst.bsky.social
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Here are the three new-to-me games which I enjoyed most this year (feat. games by @mathieujohnson.bsky.social @sespagnolie.bsky.social @gmtgames and others)! What were yours?
Farewell 2025 – New-to-Me Games!
As the year comes to a close, I’ll do my usual end-of-year posts: My personal top three in a range of categories. As tradition commands, we’ll begin with the games that I played for the first time …
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December 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Here are the three new-to-me games which I enjoyed most this year (feat. games by @mathieujohnson.bsky.social @sespagnolie.bsky.social @gmtgames and others)! What were yours?
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Qué gusto poner voz a tres wargameras (especialmente a @misspumpkin15.bsky.social y a @adelaidafx.bsky.social, a las que sigo por aquí) en TG-Al Fuego del Vivac 18: Wargameras al poder. go.ivoox.com/rf/164465153
18 Al Fuego del Vivac. Wargameras al poder. - TERRITORIO GROGNARD - Podcast en iVoox
Escucha este episodio de TERRITORIO GROGNARD gratis en iVoox. En las recientes Batalladores 2025, los organizadores nos comentaron que hubo unas 8 mujeres de un total de 362 participantes. Poco más de...
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December 23, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Qué gusto poner voz a tres wargameras (especialmente a @misspumpkin15.bsky.social y a @adelaidafx.bsky.social, a las que sigo por aquí) en TG-Al Fuego del Vivac 18: Wargameras al poder. go.ivoox.com/rf/164465153