Mutant Dice Chats

This week, we’re venturing into Middle-earth as we discuss our first play-through of The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship.Spoiler alert: It didn't go well. In fact, we lost. Badly. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we recap our (very) brief journey toward Mordor, where we went wrong, and whether the fellowship actually stood a chance with us at the helm. We might have failed the mission, but we definitely didn't fail to find things to laugh about along the way.Grab your lembas bread and settle in for a tale of tactical errors, questionable decisions, and the inevitable tangents that make our quest even longer than the walk to Mount Doom!

Can a great movie or book actually make for a great board game?In Episode 5, we’re talking about Intellectual Properties—the movies, TV shows, and books we love that have made the jump to our gaming tables. Whether it’s exploring a galaxy far, far away or trying to survive a mission where no one can hear you scream, we discuss the games that successfully captured the magic of their source material (and the ones that missed the mark).Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we geek out over our favourite franchises, debate the best adaptations, and inevitably wander off into a few unrelated fandoms. If you’ve ever bought a game just because your favourite character was on the box, this one’s for you!

Can a board game's "bits" make the game better?In Episode 4, we celebrate the parts of board games that make us go “wow!” — the components. From beautifully sculpted miniatures to stunning boards, from clever tokens to luxurious cards, we dive into the games that win our hearts through tactile delight.Join us as we share our favourite board game components and why they make gameplay so much more enjoyable.

They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but what about a board game? In this episode, we dive into some of our favourite games that we almost ignored because their box art just didn’t grab us. Whether it’s dull design, confusing visuals, or just plain forgettable packaging, these games prove that looks can be deceiving.Join us as we uncover the hidden gems hiding behind boring boxes, and chat about why great gameplay doesn’t always come with great presentation.

This week, we’re diving into our obsession with the Arkham Horror universe. We talk about our favourite (and most frustrating) sessions, why we keep coming back to the Madness, and our personal experiences with the games.We might get a little off-track along the way, but that’s all part of the fun. Grab a drink and join us for a laugh as we try to survive the Mythos!

Welcome to the very first episode! Get to know your hosts, Ian, Lee, and Justine, as we attempt to talk about the games we love.Warning: We get distracted. A lot. Between the games that bring us joy and the ones that absolutely frustrate us, we managed to fit in plenty of laughs, a few jokes, and a whole lot of tangents. If you love board games and don't mind a conversation that goes off the rails, you’re in the right place!

Welcome to the chaos! Mutant Dice Chats is the new home for board game geeks, RPG fans, and anyone who loves a good tabletop showdown. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we recap the stories, the laughs, and the inevitable rage over that one impossible rule.  From heavy strategy to casual party games, we’re celebrating everything that makes game night great (including the beer and the critical fumbles). Hit follow to join the table—our first full episodes are launching soon!