Brian Bateman (He/Him)
@brianisivever.bsky.social
California’s Central Valley
Board Games, Beer, and books.
Marvel Champions, all things Lovecraftian, and strategy games I never win. Oh and solo gaming enthusiast.
Board Games, Beer, and books.
Marvel Champions, all things Lovecraftian, and strategy games I never win. Oh and solo gaming enthusiast.
Making progress on my 2026 Nickels and Dimes goals with some plays of Stonemaier and Garphill titles. But my favorite play this week was my first ever win at Faraway - a brain burny little tableau builder that I can’t recommend enough
January 18, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Making progress on my 2026 Nickels and Dimes goals with some plays of Stonemaier and Garphill titles. But my favorite play this week was my first ever win at Faraway - a brain burny little tableau builder that I can’t recommend enough
Loving this game - despite getting slaughtered
October 25, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Loving this game - despite getting slaughtered
We aren’t good at this game. But we love it.
October 24, 2025 at 2:39 AM
We aren’t good at this game. But we love it.
I guess I know what I’m going to be doing for the next few days
October 21, 2025 at 10:46 PM
I guess I know what I’m going to be doing for the next few days
Well, this one was an unexpected surprise. I’m dancing with the idea of rating this one 10 out of 10. It strikes that perfect balance of easy to learn and play, but really deep complex decisions that feel fresh and interesting every time through the deck. I cannot recommend this one enough.
October 5, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Well, this one was an unexpected surprise. I’m dancing with the idea of rating this one 10 out of 10. It strikes that perfect balance of easy to learn and play, but really deep complex decisions that feel fresh and interesting every time through the deck. I cannot recommend this one enough.
I almost pulled this one off but my first win at Faraway, remains elusive
October 4, 2025 at 6:06 AM
I almost pulled this one off but my first win at Faraway, remains elusive
After a second to play, I appreciate Endeavor a little more than I did the first time. Still not ready to call it again I like, but I’d definitely play again.
October 4, 2025 at 6:05 AM
After a second to play, I appreciate Endeavor a little more than I did the first time. Still not ready to call it again I like, but I’d definitely play again.
First solo game of October resulted in a painful defeat at the hands of the Slayer. Guess I’ll have to try again tomorrow.
October 2, 2025 at 12:57 AM
First solo game of October resulted in a painful defeat at the hands of the Slayer. Guess I’ll have to try again tomorrow.
Clearly a little obsessed with @stonemaiergames.com games last month.
October 1, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Clearly a little obsessed with @stonemaiergames.com games last month.
Starting our third campaign of Sleeping Gods this morning. Can’t wait to explore some new areas of The Wandering Sea.
September 28, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Starting our third campaign of Sleeping Gods this morning. Can’t wait to explore some new areas of The Wandering Sea.
First play of Windmill Valley. It’s cute and clever, a game I’d gladly play again. I enjoyed the ability to lean into a combo and get an engine up and running quickly. I didn’t play around much with the market and realized late that this is what cost me the game. Next time I’ll buy more tulip bulbs
September 27, 2025 at 3:10 PM
First play of Windmill Valley. It’s cute and clever, a game I’d gladly play again. I enjoyed the ability to lean into a combo and get an engine up and running quickly. I didn’t play around much with the market and realized late that this is what cost me the game. Next time I’ll buy more tulip bulbs
Getting a headstart on spooky season. First time playing razorface in the hellscape.
September 26, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Getting a headstart on spooky season. First time playing razorface in the hellscape.
Wyrmspan is quickly becoming my favorite’span game
September 21, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Wyrmspan is quickly becoming my favorite’span game
On a -span kick this weekend. Wyrmspan last night and Finspan this morning. Maybe I can convince my partner to play Wingspan later too 😀
September 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On a -span kick this weekend. Wyrmspan last night and Finspan this morning. Maybe I can convince my partner to play Wingspan later too 😀
4 player Unmatched is quite different
May 20, 2025 at 3:30 AM
4 player Unmatched is quite different
Solo gaming continues. Maquis is one of my favorites. What are some other solo-only games I should be on the lookout for?
April 20, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Solo gaming continues. Maquis is one of my favorites. What are some other solo-only games I should be on the lookout for?
At my mom’s this week. That means solo games!
April 14, 2025 at 10:16 PM
At my mom’s this week. That means solo games!
Nothing like getting a highly anticipated Kickstarter two days before you leave town for two weeks. Guess I’ll be reading lots of rule books over the next 14 days.
April 11, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Nothing like getting a highly anticipated Kickstarter two days before you leave town for two weeks. Guess I’ll be reading lots of rule books over the next 14 days.
As much as I love Arkham Horror, I HATE Arkham Horror
April 6, 2025 at 10:21 PM
As much as I love Arkham Horror, I HATE Arkham Horror
Great little game that offers some fun choices. 4/4 rating from me
October 15, 2024 at 3:14 AM
Great little game that offers some fun choices. 4/4 rating from me
Very excited to see this one on the porch when I get home from a hike
April 2, 2024 at 2:09 AM
Very excited to see this one on the porch when I get home from a hike
Technically I didn’t lose to the flood, and would have survived the raiders if not for a food shortage. This game is brutal. I effing love it. #legacyofyu
February 6, 2024 at 1:08 PM
Technically I didn’t lose to the flood, and would have survived the raiders if not for a food shortage. This game is brutal. I effing love it. #legacyofyu
I’d be interested to see the rest of the BGHT crew’s. Can’t say I’d argue with mine
January 27, 2024 at 1:54 PM
I’d be interested to see the rest of the BGHT crew’s. Can’t say I’d argue with mine
Nearly won my first Nemo’s War today. What’s your favorite solo game?
January 14, 2024 at 12:18 AM
Nearly won my first Nemo’s War today. What’s your favorite solo game?
Light week last week. I blame getting back to work after the holidays and a head cold. Excited to make progress on my 4x4 of solo games for the month though
January 9, 2024 at 9:11 AM
Light week last week. I blame getting back to work after the holidays and a head cold. Excited to make progress on my 4x4 of solo games for the month though