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Steamforged Games Acquires Euthia

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Steamforged Games, leading UK tabletop games developer and publisher (Monster Hunter World: The Board Game, DARK SOULS: The Board Game , Horizon Zero Dawn: The Board Game , Bardsung , Epic Encounters , and more) announce acquisition of the Euthia IP and a partnership with Czech studio, Diea Games, to resurrect the Euthia board game crowdfunding campaign that was cancelled in May  this year after raising over half a million dollars in just two days.  Euthia, rated 8.8 on BoardGameGeek and currently out-of-print, is an open-world fantasy sandbox RPG board game that initially ran on Kickstarter in 2020 and was well-received by the public. Described as Diablo-esque by reviewers, the game can be played competitively, solo, or cooperatively. News of the cancellation of the second crowdfunding campaign was felt throughout the tabletop community. With Steamforged's support, Diea Games are now able to realise their dream of becoming a full-time development studio and can continue their w
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Quick Ratings: @DarkHorseComics BPRD, Ninth Assassin, Wild Blue Yonder, Akaneiro


Here are today's Quick Ratings for Dark Horse Comics'; B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth #108, Star Wars: Darth Vader and The Ninth Assassin #3, Wild Blue Yonder #1, and Akaneiro #2. If you have any questions about my rating or want to discuss anything just leave me a comment.
See the Review Rating Overview page for more information on how I rate each comic


B.P.R.D. Hell On Earth #108 - The Wasteland, Part 2 of 3


A spreading contagion in the Chicago wastelands turns the residents of the Windy City into vicious monsters. Will these creatures and the giant bat-faced monsters stop the B.P.R.D. from saving their missing agents?

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Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 2/5
Layout & Flow 3/5
Story 3/5
Verdict 2.7 - (Buy B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #108) SAVE 25%


Star Wars: Darth Vader And The Ninth Assassin #3 - Part Three


Darth Vader’s search for the culprits behind an assassination attempt on the Emperor leads to a shattered Star Destroyer floating lifeless above a mysterious moon. On the ground he finds no survivors—instead ancient ruins, and frightening inhabitants. All the while, a hunter follows, waiting for the moment to strike!


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 Cover & Solicit 4/5
Art, Colors & Inking 4/5
Layout & Flow 3/5
Story 3/5
Verdict 3.4 - (Buy Star Wars: Darth Vader and The Ninth Assassin #3) SAVE 10%

Wild Blue Yonder #1 - Chapter One


Take to the skies in this thrilling new action-adventure sci-fi tale. In the near future, mankind has destroyed the Earth, and the only refuge from radioactive pollution can be found in the skies. Unfortunately dwindling supplies and bloodthirsty air-pirates make life all the harder. Will the crew of the Dawn escape the merciless Judge and survive another week? Read the book everyone will be talking about and find out!

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Cover & Solicit 3/5
Art, Colors & Inking 3/5
Layout & Flow 5/5
Story 5/5
Verdict 4.1 - (Buy Wild Blue Yonder #2) SAVE 10%

Akaneiro #2 - Part 2 of 3; The Path of Cloak and Wolf


American McGee’s reenvisioning of Red Riding Hood takes shape as this all-new story.

 The brave young warrior Kani battles a gauntlet of fantastic mythical beasts inspired by Japanese folklore. However, things are not what they seem, and danger lurks where Kani least expects it!

 Justin Aclin (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) and Vasilis Lolos (Conan the Barbarian)!

 Based on the hot new game by American McGee’s Spicy Horse Games!

 RED RIDING HOOD REIMAGINED!

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Cover & Solicit 5/5
Art, Colors & Inking 2/5
Layout & Flow 4/5
Story 4/5
Verdict 3.6 - (Buy Akaneiro #1) SAVE 10%

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