Around the world fans of all ages and backgrounds have come together for their love of Tolkien’s works. With the release of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings Trilogy many new lives have been touched by the Fellowships quest to thwart evil. With these new films we’re also introduced to a wonderful expanse of gaming properties based on the lands of Middle-Earth, these gaming properties have brought more people together in gaming communities, through leagues of card gamers and role players, and those who fight massive battles with tiny miniatures, Tolkien’s work continues to bring fans together in a way that few things have ever been able to accomplish. Let’s take a look at some of the recent events and occurrences in this first installment of Gaming Haven’s Week in Gaming.
This past Saturday, the 6th of July, some of Decipher’s Riders [or Product Champions] came down to Mile High Comics in Garden Grove, CA to play in one of the store’s many Sealed Deck Tournaments. The day was filled with great competitive opportunities lead by Rider Lao_of_Gondor. Special props go to the devastatingly talented player Ram for taking first place, and Rider Cat for taking Second, with a special note worthy mention going to new player Abe for overwhelming his opponent at Site 2. The day was an exciting opportunity for new players and old to come together and celebrate the release of Decipher’s new expansion: Realms of the Elf Lords.
This group from Mile High Comics meets every Friday night at Round Table Pizza down the street, this official League is one of hundreds around the globe that come together and enjoy some organized and casual play with this exciting and fun game. Stay tuned to Gaming Havens for information on league’s in your areas, and upcoming events!
Also in the news Gamepro’s writers have had a chance to look over Electronic Art’s Two Towers game and bring preview to the fans, drop in and take a look at that here.
The Origins Awards ceremony was held June 28th and brought the award for best Best Graphic Presentation of a Card Game and Best Game of 2001. Take a look at the full scoop here.
Looking for some great LOTR Gaming Discussion? Always remeber to drop by #Havens on irc.theonering.net!
Got a Gaming Related Event Planned? Read an interesting article you think other gamers should see? Just had a great time at one of your local gaming retailers? Then Drop us a line! We always love to hear from you! Just send an e-mail to havens@theonering.net and tell us your story! We just might feature it in the next Week in Gaming!
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Last week we posted about our first exclusive product offering with Sideshow/Weta Collectibles: The Orc Legion Helm. Since then they have been shipping like crazy! The run is limited to 2500pcs, so if you wanted one, act fast. The helm, available only online through TORn and the Sideshow/Weta website, is $25 US and is now shipping. Follow the link to see close up images of the helm and additional info. [More]
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This one came in from Ringer DMacL. If you have something Tolkien Funny, send it right here! We’re accepting humorous Tolkien writing, pictures, jokes, Top Ten lists, multimedia or video clips, websites, you name it! Check out our growing list of ticklish links and this fresh one from DMacL: [More]
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This just in from Kai-lin Yu and Jason:
On Saturday, August 10th, fans from across the country (and some from around the world) will descend upon the Hollywood Bowl for the second night of the LA Philharmonic’s series, Musical Mythologies featuring music from the Academy Award-winning score of The Lord of the Rings. [More]
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BOWLMOOT – A Celebration of the Music of The Lord of the Rings
On Saturday, August 10th, fans from across the country (and some from around the world) will descend upon the Hollywood Bowl for the second night of the LA Philharmonic’s series, Musical Mythologies featuring music from the Academy Award-winning score of The Lord of the Rings.
These festivities will include a large potluck picnic from 4-7 pm that same day for friends and fans of Middle-earth at the Highland-Camrose Park one block south of the Hollywood Bowl. Come to meet your fellow fans and enjoy the celebration of the musical rendering of the greatest novel of the Twentieth Century (and arguably the greatest movie of the Twenty-first).
There are still tickets available at the discounted group rate of $20. However, they are very few, so they
will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. However, the picnic is not just limited to those in the group. If you have tickets already and would like to attend the picnic, or would like to purchase one of the few remaining group tickets, please email Josh Rubinstein at orthanc_ent@yahoo.com.
If you would like to bring food to the picnic, please email Hannah Mclaughlin at hannah.mclaughlin@cox.net.
We’re also looking for a few LA local volunteers to help set up and break down the picnic area, as well as some other tasks. If you’re interested in helping out, please include that in your email.
Josh and other yet-to-be-appointed agents will also be handing out passes to the picnic at the upcoming events. Keep your eye out for them! [More]
From Tookish: I wanna gooooooooo!!
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We’ve heard that the new theater trailer for TTT is showing in England (Richmond, Surrey, UK – Odeon w/ Spider Man) and in Sweden with The Count of Monte Cristo. FotR still going strong in Sweden, too! Thanks to Jenny & John for the news.
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