Since WoodForSheep began hosting weekly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons Adventurer's League (DDAL) back in November of 2016, Herman B. (the player) has been developing and crafting his character known as Arcule, Paladin of Vengeance. Through many hours (real time) and weeks (game time) of adventures, he is now a bonafide hero of Faerun (Arcule, that is). He has saved those in distress, defended the helpless, and survived to tell the tale (still Arcule). However, as you can see from the pictures, Arcule has been a little gray. Ok, a lot gray, well, since the beginning.

It's time to add some colour to those gray cheeks!

For the inaugural WoodForSheep Painting Challenge, find and paint a vanilla figure to the ideal representation of Arcule, Paladin of Vengance!

*FYI... Pictured miniature is a pawn from the game Dungeon Run.

Contest details:

• Entrance fee: $10 (includes one in-stock Bones Reaper miniature, valued at $3.49 or less)
• Contest is open now.
• Figure must be submitted to WoodForSheep by December 28, 2017 to qualify for judging and prize.
• Final deliberation will include online poll via Facebook, a crackpot panel of 'judges' from WoodForSheep, and Herman B. himself!
• Winner will be announced on January 4, 2018!
• Prize: Bragging rights!... and a $20 WoodForSheep gift card.
• Be advised, winning figure may not be returned to the entrant, as it may start being used to actually represent Arcule in future DDAL sessions.

The Basics

Male. Half-elf. 24 years old. 5'2. 176 lbs. Brown hair. Hazel eyes. Copperish skin.

Who is Arcule, Paladin of Vengeance?

I am the hybrid offspring of a human nobleman (name unknown) and an elven courtier (Mella). At conception, Mella was married to Beiro, with 1 year old son Syllin.

At first, I was growing like any elven lad, so no one was wiser to the affair (not even 'father'). My mother told me on my eighth birthyear, which I solemnly accepted. But by my twelfth birthyear, rumours and suspicions abound.

On Syllin's eighteenth birthyear (my seventeenth), playing a technical elven game in the woods, I (by this point an all but outright accused half-human) beat my family (immediate and greater) at the elven game (humiliatingly). Calling me "Vile One" I was immediately chased out of the territory; shunned by my family.

I had only the items on my person, out in the world, fending for myself. I lived with nature, too afraid to return, and no way of finding my paternal family.

Within a month, Trithereon (war god of liberty and retribution) approached me and warned me of an elven search party looking for me - intent on killing me. Forewarned, I was ready for them, and killed all four of them (Syllin and 3 cousins). I took a trophy from each hand, as a reminder - a rope necklace from which dangles four mummified elf fingers (Syllin's and 3 cousins').

Trithereon had also told me of a small sect where I would be able to find knowledge and power. I set out towards them to begin my new life, hoping to never see my family again, and serve Trithereon's cause.

5 years into my service, the organized Cult of the Dragon came sweeping through, intent on destroying all in their path. I lost many friends that day. Though Trithereon warned us of the impending attack, many thought us able to hold off the assault. I headed out to try and scout - though the cult came from another way, and I realized too late.

On that day, I decided I've hidden long enough, it was time to take on the injustices of the world straight on, and find Trithereon; maybe even find my family.

Chronicles as an Adventurer

• Began adventuring in the town of Phandalin, following in the footsteps of loremaster, Volothamp Geddarm
• Unfortunately died in an escapade there, but was revived by the kindness of the Emerald Enclave. Have since been able to stave off death - but not being unconscious
• Defended many towns, villages and cities from warlords, sociopaths and other ne'er-do-wells, even of the giant variety
• Joined other adventurers in the crusade to retrieve the Relics of Khundrukar, and rescue the priestess when we returned to White Plume Mountain
• Through many adventures since, acquired several useful magical items: Ring of Mind Shielding (which I ended up pawning off to Fai Chen), Ioun Stone of Protection (which spins around my head; occasionally making me dizzy), and my new best friend Skeggox (a battle axe; replacing my signature flail)

The following offers are available from Friday, November 24, 2017 to Monday, November 27, 2017:

• Titles on sale. Quantities limited, while supplies last.
• For all other in-stock, regular priced games, take 5% off. For online purchases, use code BLKSHEEP2017; valid until November 27, 2017.
• Buy a Magic the Gathering booster box, and receive a promotional pack.

The Game Center is booked for an event which will have the regularly scheduled Pokemon League resume the following week (December 3rd); see you then!

The European Internationals just completed! Which decks were your favorite and what cards are you excited for in the Ultra Prism set?

From November 15, 2017 to November 20, 2017:

Purchase any 2 in-stock, Pokemon theme decks and/or Magic Planeswalker decks - get 5% off (use discount code 2STARTER2017)

OR

Purchase any 3 in-stock, Pokemon theme decks and/or Magic Planeswalker decks - get 10% off (use discount code 3STARTER2017).

Pokemon Theme Decks

Magic Planeswalker Decks

Offers cannot be used on previous purchases. WoodForSheep has the right to end any promotion at any time. Other restrictions may apply.

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To guarantee a spot, please register here. Or go to: https://tabletop.events/conventions/thursday-ddal-sept-2017

Sitting fees apply at the Game Centre.

To participate in this event, please also bring and donate at least one non-perishable food item.

Adventure description:

New information has tarnished the reputation of the wizard Kelvan. Can he really be complicit in the kidnapping of a high priestess and the disappearance of others in the area around White Plume Mountain? Or is he simply the pawn of a much greater power?

An epic adventure for 5th to 16th level characters!

Adventure will start at 2PM; arrive earlier and you may encounter a certain merchant.

WoodForSheep will be hosting a No-Ship Math Trade on Sunday, November 19, 2017, at the Game Centre.

All the details here.

Quick Summary

To participate, you will need

• Game(s) to trade
• BoardGameGeek account synchronized with OLWLG

Key dates & times:

• Submissions Deadline: Monday, November 13, 2017 after 10:00pm
• Want Lists Deadline: Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 11:00pm
• Results: Will be posted ASAP after the Want List Deadline.
• Drop-off: Sunday, November 19, 2017 from 1:30PM to 2:00PM
• Pick-up: Sunday, November 19, 2017 from 2:00PM to 2:30PM

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.

From Wednesday, November 8, 2017, to Monday, November 13, 2017, buy one pre-painted D&D/Pathfinder Large base miniature, buy a second Large base miniature with a 25% discount*!

Valid for in-centre purchases only.

* Second figure will be of equal or lesser value. Offer cannot be used on previous purchases. WoodForSheep has the right to end any promotion at any time. Other restrictions may apply.

Hi Trainers/Parents,

Quick update; as I know some parents or children may not have a Pokemon deck, I have built 3 custom decks that can help your children learn and play with some friends at the game center featuring 3 different generation starters.

A clash between different starters! Incineroar, Feraligatr and Venusaur, who will come out on top?! Come visit us on Sundays 2-4 for the Pokemon League and also get a unique promo (Full details on our main Blog post).

The cards being used is also from a special set released in early October called Shining Legends where you may not see these cards from individual booster packs or theme decks, so come give it a try.

I will be looking forward to seeing you there. Prizes are available, you can also e-mail me any questions you may have - yoman@woodforsheep.ca

Cheers!

Saturday, September 23, 2017 | Starts at 2:00PM | Capacity: 16 players | $36 ($35 Flock)

Sunday, September 24, 2017 | Starts at 7:00PM | Capacity: 16 players | $36 ($35 Flock)

Prereleases are your first chance to crack open packs and play with the newest cards in Magic.Everything you'll need to play should be provided as part of your entry fee - you simply show up and play!

You'll build a 40-card minimum deck using the contents of a themed Prerelease pack. This play format is called "Sealed Deck." After you build your deck, you'll be randomly paired with another player for a best-two-of-three match. Each round, you'll report who won and be paired up with another player.

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To guarantee a spot, please contact the WoodForSheep Game Centre to sign up [phone: (905) 943-7567, email: info@woodforsheep.ca]. Please be sure to leave your name and contact information (phone, email) in the message.