Monthly Archives: August 2021

Organizing Arkham Horror The Card Game

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Arkham Horror is a cooperative Living Card Game based on the popular Cthulhu Mythos setting. The players represent investigators trying to resolve the selected scenario, and if the character lives, can be used in subsequent games in a campaign mode. More information on the basics can be found on the rules page, or in the video below.

One core set allows one or two players. Adding a second core set will allow up to 4 players. In addition, many expansions have been released. Each adds new Investigators, Scenarios, or other enhancements to the game. As each expansion adds cards, finding convenient storage for everything is important, to help prevent setup from taking too long.

BCW 3200 Card Bin with Arkham Horror cards

One of the best options to solve this storage problem is to use the BCW Collectible Card Bin. If you have a full Arkham Horror collection with all or most of the expansion sets, you’ll need two Card Bins. It holds the collection securely, with the locking lid making transportation easier. The Collectible Card Bin Partitions or Tall Trading Card Dividers help separate and organize cards. The typical method has Player Cards, Basic Weaknesses, Investigator class cards, then Scenario Cards subdivided by campaign, then specific scenario.

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Storing Your MTG Cube

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Magic the Gathering has many different formats, both official and fan made. One of the most popular ways to play is a Cube Draft. It combines elements from constructed and limited play to create a unique, curated experience.

A cube consists of a selected group of cards; at least 360, although larger cubes for more players or more variety are possible. The cards are divided into 15 card “packs”, which are then used as booster packs for drafting. The cards used in the cube are up to the creator, although there are resources like Cube Cobra and CubeTutor that can be useful.

The first consideration is how to make the “packs”. While there are specially designed products for this, another, more economical option may be more appropriate, especially if you’re just starting your cube. Some options to consider are BCW Thick Card Sleeves, BCW 10 Count Slider Boxes, BCW 7mm Toploaders, or 15 ct Card Cubes. The card cubes allow the use of single sleeved cards, while the other options work best with raw cards.

300 card box with Magic cards
BCW 300 ct. Card Box with MTG Cube
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Introducing Spectrum Prism Deck Cases

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BCW is proud to present Prism Deck Cases, part of the forthcoming Spectrum line of card game and board game accessories. Let’s go over why Prism marks the perfect introduction to this new line.

Spectrum Prism deck cases

These cases are made from a strong, translucent plastic, and have a matte shell. The available colors are Umbra Black, Cobalt Blue, Viridian Green, Sunset Orange, Infra Red, Ultra Violet, Pale Moon White, and Xanthic Yellow. You’re sure to find your favorite color, or show off what your deck is (or if you want to add a little psychology, what it isn’t).

We also offer Prism cases in 80s inspired neon colors such as Electric Blue, Fuchsia, and Lime Green. In addition to the solid color cases, Prisms are available in gem-inspired marbled colors, including Apatite Blue, Carnelian Red, Charoite Purple, Jade Green, and Marble Black.

The cases have a secure snap closure and squeeze to open. The fit will not allow the case to open accidentally, keeping your card safe during transport. Sized to hold 100 standard double-sleeved cards, the Prism cases are perfect for a variety of games, from Commander decks for Magic the Gathering to constructed Flesh and Blood decks. These boxes hold a deck of cards in a horizontal format, which makes it easy to remove the cards.

You can watch a review from Tolarian Community College below, where the Professor gives these cases a coveted A grade.

Prism deck case with Commander deck

Prism Deck Cases make a great addition to any CCG fan’s arsenal. Sturdy, colorful, and secure, a Prism will last as long as your interest in the game. Keep an eye out for other, upcoming products in the Spectrum line, sure to interest both card and board gamers.

Your New Favorite Commander Deck Box

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Commander remains a favorite format among Magic players. However, unlike playing Standard or Modern, having access to a variety of Commander decks is important. Players often ask “What’s the best method to hold and store multiple EDH decks?”. We believe the BCW Prime X4 XL is the answer to that question.

BCW Prime X4 XL with commander decks and accessories
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Protecting Your Digimon Card Game Deck

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Released in 2020, the Digimon Card Game became a quick hit, popular with collectors and players alike. The game is less complex than many other games on the the market, and is suitable for younger players. There is a decent amount of depth, making this a good “step up” from something like Pokemon.

How to Play Digimon, as described by Alpha Trading Card Games
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Flesh and Blood TCG – Dash Deck Tech

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I attended the Flesh and Blood TCG Road to Nationals (US) at Game Time Indy, on August 7th. I selected a Dash deck. This is mainly the Matt Rogers list with a few changes made. I still give all credit for the list to Matt and the wonderful podcast they posted on CFB YouTube last week. The two changes I made to the list were cutting all three blue Pedal to the Metal for 1 additional Snag in the SB bumping that up to a full set of 3 Snag, and adding 2 blue Pour the Mold. I felt that in the Chane match up I needed the third copy of Snag just to ensure that I saw it when I needed it and the Pour the Mold was wanting more non attack action cards that blocked for 3 against Boltyn.

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Are Peel-n-Seal Coin Flips Safe for Long Term Coin Storage?

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Coin flips are a common solution for protecting collectible coins. These are paper rectangles that fold into 2″ x 2″ squares with the coin enclosed between the folded layers. Circular windows are covered with BOPP film (biaxially oriented polypropylene) to hold the coin in the window. The coin flip is normally labelled by writing the coin’s details on the paper. Traditional coin flips are sealed shut with one or more staples.

BCW Peel-n-Seal Coin Flips eliminate the need for using staples. A layer of adhesive on the inside of the flip allows you to enclose the coin by simply removing the adhesive backing, centering the coin in the window, and sealing the flip closed. In addition to simplicity, this has a few advantages over the stapling method. First, metal staples are not in your row of coin flips, avoiding the possibility of scratching a coin against a staple. Second, the omission of the staples provides more space for you to label your coin on the paper.

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