One of the biggest hurdles I have as a tabletop gamer is that I don't have a gaming group or friends that can get together on a regular basis - I can't even convince my son to roll some dice despite the endless choices of games I have available. Up to now I've only had my good mate Steve (friends from way back as kids, when we were doing our own versions of tabletop and RPG gaming, in addition to having full heads of hair then) over to the house to play. When we have been able to get a game in it's been brilliant, and I think everyone has had a good time, it's just that it doesn't happen on any kind of regular basis. Which is a real bummer, because I have no greater joy than sharing all the cool toys I have. So for those blogs I follow and always seem to mention in the comments how I'm jealous of your gaming groups and how much I wish I was closer to you guys, you have no idea how much truth is in those words!!!!
So when I saw and heard about Pulp Alley's Solo Deck, which allows you to play a full game of Pulp Alley by yourself, I was very intrigued. After reading reviews and AAR's on the LAF I was sold, so purchase the Solo Deck I did. As well as the new Tomb of the Serpent expansion set.
Can't just buy one thing, right? I mean, I'm already paying for shipping, right?! Well, I thought the Horror Deck would be a good purchase to go along with the whole "tomb" like scenario's, and I've heard nothing but good things about it.
I also figured I should pick up the blast templates.
Here's what I absolutely love about Dave and Mila at Pulp Alley - it's these little things that really show how much he appreciates your interest in the game. I can't think of any game designer who even comes close to the interaction Dave has with his customers and players. The Pulp forum on The Lead Adventure Forum should really just be re-named "Pulp Alley" because 90% of the posts are Pulp Alley related - and Dave is always there giving thanks, advice, and answering questions! Without question it's one of the things that initially drew me to Pulp Alley. So big hats off and thanks to Phipps and Daughter :)
So, one of the big goals for 2017 - get cracking on the solo version of Pulp Alley!
As always, thanks for looking!
Ivor
Dang, you are making me sad!! If you ever move to Fremont, you'll be welcomed with open arms (and miniature boxes). That being said, I've found myself unable to leave the house/host a game but wanting to play a game ... I have found great joy in a few solitaire board games by Victory Point Games ... Zulus on the Ramparts, In Magnificent Style, Alamo and others, all great and challenging.
ReplyDeleteHa! I would be there in a heartbeat with the U-haul full of gaming goodness!
DeleteI will definitely look into the Victory Point Games :)
Let me know when you get here ;-) Park out front :-) The VPG's games I mentioned are all from their "States of Siege" line of games ... all great fun. There is a Crusades and ECW one as well :-)
Delete2500 miles, only a 36 hour drive :)
DeleteI'll bring some snow and freezing temperatures, I'm sure you miss it!
That would be very frustrating to have no regular opponent. Having good ones is a great privilege. Looking forward to seeing what you do with Tomb of the Serpent.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately it really is frustrating, and I kind of think part of why I can't always complete something to its end - I think if I had people I saw regularly for the games pushing me along with the projects I may have a better completion rate. Maybe anyway!! :)
DeleteThe solo deck works very well imo Ivor & your right Dave & Mila are great.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely agree, I was really happy with the solo deck! As I mentioned in the post, Dave does an amazing job interacting with his players, hats off to them both!
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