January 2022 Math Trade - Social Distanced Edition
by Nate T on December 28, 2021
WoodForSheep will be hosting a No-Ship Math Trade on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at the Markham Game Centre.
Quick Summary
To participate, you will need
- Game(s) to trade
- BoardGameGeek account synchronized with OLWLG
Key dates & times:
- Submissions Deadline: Monday, January 17, 2022, 10:00pm
- Want Lists Deadline: Thursday, January 20, 2022, 10:00pm
- Results: Will be posted ASAP after the Want List Deadline.
- Drop-off*: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM
- Pick-up*: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 3:30PM to 5:30PM
*Due to current conditions, Trade Day drop-off/pick-up must be scheduled. Find a drop-off/pick-up slot here. Drop-off/pick-up outside this window is ok, during WoodForSheep current operating hours.
NEW - Consignment Event
WoodForSheep will expand and make available their consignment shelves on the exchange date. Participants are welcome to bring any untraded games to place on consignment; limit of 3 items per participant. Shelving fee will be waived. Standard consignment fee will be applied for sold items: 15% if payout is in cash, 10% if payout is in store credit.
What is a Math Trade?
Math Trades provide gamers with a way to trade away unwanted games for other players' unwanted games. All participants submit their list of games available for trade, and which titles they're willing to received in return (for each submitted game).
How does it work?
Ummm... This is where it can get complicated to explain. So let's use an example.
Miss Heart owns Game Green that just doesn't get played as much anymore. She puts it up for trade. Mr. Square has Game Orange that's also up for trade, that Miss Heart is interested in. Unfortunately, Mr. Square is not too keen on Game Green. In this case, no trade would occur.
But, what if Miss Heart can exchange Game Green into a game that Mr. Square would trade for? Like Miss Diamond's Game Gray. Miss Diamond isn't big into Game Green either, but would be interested in Mr. Circle's Game Yellow. Mr. Circle is interested in Game Green, and is willing to trade Game Yellow to Miss Heart for Game Green.
Miss Heart then swaps games with Miss Diamond (so she's now in possession of Game Gray), and now can go to Mr. Square for the Game Orange she really wants.
Now, take that above example, increased to multiple more opportunities and possibilities, and let a computer figure that all out... and that's a Math Trade.
Ok, I think I get it. So now what?
With your boardgamegeek account, you can put together a list of games you own, and are willing to part with. This will be open to everyone up until the "Submission deadline" (see Quick Summary).
Once the "Submission deadline" passes, everyone can see all the games that are available for trade, and you can then submit a "want list" for your games (ex. Game Green, which you own, for Game Orange). It's also possible that there are no games you're willing to take back, for a game you own, in which case you would submit a blank "want list".
After the "Want Lists Deadline" passes, we let the computer crunch the numbers and see what trades do occur. You'll be informed of the games you need to submit, and which ones you'll be receiving. Then its a matter of dropping by the Game Centre to say good bye to old games, and bringing home new titles.
Beat the Rush Sale
by Nate T on November 10, 2021
Extended to December 12!
During the month of November, receive a free copy of Timeline when you purchase one of the following base games:
- Braintopia
- Catan
- Dixit Odyssey
- Pandemic
- Splendor
- Ticket to Ride
Promotion ends December 12, 2021. One copy of a Timeline (Blister-Eco) game of your choice, based on available stock. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Secret Tako 2021
by Nate T on November 02, 2021
It's like Secret Santa, but more purple.
We are teaming up with the fine folks at Crit Tako for our first ever Secret Tako event!
Sign Up forms available at our Markham Game Centre or online at the Crit Tako website!
For those participating, please make sure to check your provided email on November 20, for a message from "Tako Claus".
Join us in sharing the holiday cheer!
Miniature Madness Sale
by Nate T on September 01, 2021
Purchase $75 (or more) of painted and/or unpainted miniatures, and take an extra 10% off!
Valid from September 2, 2021 to September 10, 2021.
Quantities limited, while supplies last. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
House Special - Tanto Cuore Sale!
by Nate T on July 29, 2021
How does the saying go? "All work and no play..."
Purchase any two items from this Tanto Cuore list, get the Doki Doki mini-game FREE! Perfect summer additions to your gaming collection!
For online orders, be sure to add the Doki Doki game to the cart (in addition to the qualified Tanto Cuore items); the system will process the promotion from there.
Valid from July 29, 2021 to August 8, 2021. Only valid for in-stock items. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
July 2021 Math Trade - Social Distancing Edition
by Nate T on July 07, 2021
WoodForSheep will be hosting a No-Ship Math Trade on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at the Markham Game Centre.
Quick Summary
To participate, you will need
- Game(s) to trade
- BoardGameGeek account synchronized with OLWLG
Key dates & times:
- Submissions Deadline: Monday, July 12, 2021, 10:00pm
- Want Lists Deadline: Thursday, July 15, 2021, 10:00pm
- Results: Will be posted ASAP after the Want List Deadline.
- Drop-off*: Sunday, July 18, 2021 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM
- Pick-up*: Sunday, July 18, 2021 from 3:30PM to 5:30PM
*Due to current conditions, Trade Day drop-off/pick-up must be scheduled. Drop-off/pick-up outside this window is ok, during WoodForSheep current operating hours.
NEW - Consignment Event
WoodForSheep will expand and make available their consignment shelves on the exchange date. Participants are welcome to bring any untraded games to place on consignment; limit of 3 items per participant. Shelving fee will be waived. Standard consignment fee will be applied for sold items: 15% if payout is in cash, 10% if payout is in store credit.
What is a Math Trade?
Math Trades provide gamers with a way to trade away unwanted games for other players' unwanted games. All participants submit their list of games available for trade, and which titles they're willing to received in return (for each submitted game).
How does it work?
Ummm... This is where it can get complicated to explain. So let's use an example.
Miss Heart owns Game Green that just doesn't get played as much anymore. She puts it up for trade. Mr. Square has Game Orange that's also up for trade, that Miss Heart is interested in. Unfortunately, Mr. Square is not too keen on Game Green. In this case, no trade would occur.
But, what if Miss Heart can exchange Game Green into a game that Mr. Square would trade for? Like Miss Diamond's Game Gray. Miss Diamond isn't big into Game Green either, but would be interested in Mr. Circle's Game Yellow. Mr. Circle is interested in Game Green, and is willing to trade Game Yellow to Miss Heart for Game Green.
Miss Heart then swaps games with Miss Diamond (so she's now in possession of Game Gray), and now can go to Mr. Square for the Game Orange she really wants.
Now, take that above example, increased to multiple more opportunities and possibilities, and let a computer figure that all out... and that's a Math Trade.
Ok, I think I get it. So now what?
With your boardgamegeek account, you can put together a list of games you own, and are willing to part with. This will be open to everyone up until the "Submission deadline" (see Quick Summary).
Once the "Submission deadline" passes, everyone can see all the games that are available for trade, and you can then submit a "want list" for your games (ex. Game Green, which you own, for Game Orange). It's also possible that there are no games you're willing to take back, for a game you own, in which case you would submit a blank "want list".
After the "Want Lists Deadline" passes, we let the computer crunch the numbers and see what trades do occur. You'll be informed of the games you need to submit, and which ones you'll be receiving. Then its a matter of dropping by the Game Centre to say good bye to old games, and bringing home new titles.
Purchase 2 Games and Get a 3rd FREE!
by Nate T on July 02, 2021
Stock up on these must-have games, just in time for summer vacation and perfect for the cottage, camping trips, or small (and safe) backyard get togethers!
- 7 Wonders
- Catan
- Carcassonne
- Spot It
- Timeline
- Unlock
- Werewolves of Millers Hollow
Valid from July 3, 2021 to July 11, 2021. Promotion applies to base game and specific expansions (full list here); will be applied to lowest-priced item. Only valid for in-stock items. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
WoodForSheep Status - June 11, 2021
by Nate T on June 11, 2021
WoodForSheep will be making the following operational adjustments, effective as of Friday, June 11, 2021:
- Our Markham Game Centre is open with a modified schedule (found below).
- Sunday: 1PM to 9PM
- Monday: CLOSED
- Tuesday: CLOSED
- Wednesday: 6PM to 9PM
- Thursday: 6PM to 9PM
- Friday: 6PM to 9PM
- Saturday: 1PM to 9PM
- Gaming area is CLOSED.
- We are processing orders.
- Live and inside - accepting most major credit cards or debit
- Online
- Local delivery to Markham addresses with orders over $30
- Curbside pickup at our Markham Game Centre (based on hours above).
- Shipping via Canada Post
Stay in touch with us through email (info@woodforsheep.ca), Twitter, Facebook and Discord!
We are closely monitoring news and announcements, and will make appropriate adjustments where necessary.
Please stay healthy, and game responsibly. We look forward to seeing you soon.
With regards,
Your WoodForSheep Crew
#GameResponsibly, #InThisTogether
Spring 2021 Sale
by Nate T on May 28, 2021
Many titles have been added to our list of games at low, low prices! Aftermath! Founders of Gloomhaven! Pick-Omino! And more!
In addition, take an additional 10% off when purchasing $75 (or more) from the list!
Valid from May 28, 2021 to June 3, 2021.
Quantities limited, while supplies last. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. All sales final - no returns or exchanges.
Mini March Madness 2021
by Nate T on March 11, 2021
Whether painted or unpainted, take an extra 5% off purchases of Reaper or Wizkids miniatures. Use discount code MINIMAD21 at online checkout, or we'll apply it at the register for in-centre purchase.
Valid from March 11, 2021 to March 17, 2021.
Quantities limited, while supplies last. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.