BROOKHURST HOBBIES
WEEKLY NEWSLETTERS
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The Weekly Updates from Brookhurst Hobbies!
Volume 3 Number 3
January 20, 2025
Executive Editor: Henry Tremblay
Managing Editor: Jon Trask
Content Contributors: Brookhurst Hobbies Staff
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Week 3 - Martin Luther King Day...
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day people gather to celebrate the work he did and the people he elevated through steady, peaceful protests and activism. Children celebrate in schools by learning more about Dr. King and his passions, keeping the flame alive in the fight for equality, justice and freedom for all people.
Some people have a tendency to compare what Martin Luther King Jr. did to the works of Gandhi. The similarities come in using the persistent yet peaceful rebellion against the oppression of a group of people.
In 1994, Congress dedicated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a national day of service. The idea is that it should be celebrated as “a day on, not a day off”, making it the perfect day to find unique ways to serve in the local community.
Martin Luther King Jr Day is the day to celebrate all that this fine man has done for the African American people in the United States as well as humans all around the world.
Here locally we are still doing okay, but the massive effects of the recent wildfires will persist for years, or maybe decades. There are still many people just learning of their exact losses or the damage to their homes. Our first responders are still working at containing and battling the remaining fires.
There are many ways you can help to begin the recovery. During the worst of the fires last week we provided a blog post with some national and local organizations. You can find that post HERE. Or there are many other lists around social media where you can find specific organizations doing good work to help people who have lost every thing.
With all of the devastation located around us, we remain grateful for all of the support being shown to Southern California from across the nation and around the world.
That leads us back to the purpose of this weekly newsletter. So back In the world of hobbies, we've received restock of games and Gundam. we have new kits from exciting new companies that we love, and new kits from established folks like Border Models, (who we also love).
So keep things moving along and let's get into what's new in the store.
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Remember...
Gift Cards are always the right size.
Available in any denomination in store or on the website.
Buy them here!
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We buy collections!
Have you visited the sale tables at the back of the store lately? New collections are constantly being added and this photo shows only a portion of what you find there on a daily basis.
And don't forget to check out the sale tables up near the front of the store as well. Two great spots to find all sorts of bargains and cool kits to work on for your next build.
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Pre-Orders
Can now be found on our blog "Notes from HQ" on the website. They will still run here, but after the first appearance they will move over to the blog where you can easily find and reference them without having to scroll through the same items week after week here in newsletter. That should provide a better weekly experience for users with a easier to navigate newsletter each Monday afternoon! Let us know what you think about the new format?
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We have a number of new Takom kits on order and expected in early 2025. I'm going to put the links for them and they should be live soon for you to reserve one.
You can find them HERE: Takom Pre-orders
We have three new Zoukei Mura SWS kits on order and expected on January 31, 2025. Pre-orders on these will remain open until January 24th.
You can find them HERE: Zoukei Mura Pre-orders
The new edition of the Dungeons & Dragons Monster Manual with a Special Edition cover is still open for Pre-order. Expected to Arrive on February 4th, 2025, well ahead of the regular release date of February 18th.
You can find it HERE: Dungeons & Dragons Monster Manual Pre-order
The new Polar Lights, Herbie the Love Bug Pre-order in 1/25 scale kit is available HERE: Herbie the Love Bug Pre-order
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Innistrad Remastered Launch Party
Friday, January 24th
7:00pm
4 rounds. Pack per win prizing + Deadeye Navigator participation promo.
Whether you've never played a trading card game before or your closet is filled with card games, Magic: The Gathering has something to offer you. Play online or in paper to experience the thrill of a wizards' duel. Explore 30 years' worth of stories, characters, and art. Make new friends at Magic events at your local game store. There are lots of ways to be a part of the Magic community, and we're so happy to have you!
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Atherdrift Prerelease
Friday, February 7th
7:00pm
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Saturday. February 8th
2:00pm
4 rounds. Pack per win prizing.
Whether you've never played a trading card game before or your closet is filled with card games, Magic: The Gathering has something to offer you. Play online or in paper to experience the thrill of a wizards' duel. Explore 30 years' worth of stories, characters, and art. Make new friends at Magic events at your local game store. There are lots of ways to be a part of the Magic community, and we're so happy to have you!
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From Magic Factory
1/35 U.S. Combat Vehicle M10"Booker"
In Stock Now!
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M10 "Booker" Pre-Production Combat Vehicle
Leading off with something very new! From Magic Factory, who had a string of great releases last year, comes a M10 Combat Vehicle "Booker". The newest and most up to date light tank that is designed to support infantry, airborne and mountain type units. This lines up to be another in a line of well designed kits from a company rapidly building a great name in the industry.
The Model
M10 "BOOKER" Combat Vehicle
During a celebration of the service’s 248th birthday. the U.S Army announced the new name for its latest light tank, known and developed with the name MPF, and now the M10 Booker.
The M10 weighs almost 40 tons, with a 105 mm main gun. M10 is transportable via C-17 aircraft which could be also used to support friendly forces by engaging, suppressing, or destroying enemy light armors.
Magic Factory NEW ITEM – 1/35 M10 Booker Combat
Vehicle (No.2007) will accurately present this new type of equipment.
- This kit contain moveable tracks and suspension system,
- The pitching angel of main gun is adjustable,
- Including well detailed of DVE-WIDE, Infantry phone and Tow-bar arms;
- Including the PilarV Acoustic Gunshot Detection System, and well detail of turret rear basket (the basket could selected as opened/closed
The Vehicle
In 2015, U.S Army started MPF program (Mobile Protected Firepower) for providing supporting fire for the Infantry in combat. In June 2022, GDLS won the Mobile Protected Firepower program competition and was awarded a contract worth up to $1.14 billion. The U.S. Army unveiled its new M10 Booker combat vehicle during a celebration of the service's 248th birthday. The combat vehicle's name from who served the nation selflessly during times of great conflict—Medal of Honor recipient Pvt. Robert D. Booker, who perished in World War II; and Distinguished Service Cross recipient Staf f Sgt. Stevon A. Booker, who died from injuries sustained in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The design of the M10 Booker is conventional with the driver and engine at the front and the turret located at the rear of the hull. The turret accommodates a crew of three including a commander, gunner, and loader and it is to weigh about 42 tons. The main armament of the M10 Booker consists of one 105mm cannon based on the American M35 and a 7.62mm machine gun mounted coaxially.
The M10 Booker is powered by a MTU diesel engine developing 800 hp and Allison transmission system, offering a superb power-to-weight ratio and hydro-pneumatic suspension. M10 Booker uses the M1A2 Sep V3 fire control system and CITV (Commander's Independent Thermal Viewer), M10 Booker is equipped with the Safran Optics 1‘s PASEO Commander’s Independent Tactical Viewer (CITV) long-range panoramic targeting sight. It increases the situational awareness capabilities of armored and surveillance vehicles in all combat scenarios (stationary and on-the-move) even at high speeds.
The Army is projected to buy 504 M10 Bookers by 2035. The vehicles will be used to establish armored battalions in light infantry divisions and brigades that otherwise have no armored vehicles. After the 82nd Airborne, other candidate units include the 10th Mountain Division, 11th Airborne Division, 25th Infantry Division, 29th Infantry Division, and 173rd Airborne Brigade. A brigade might receive between 15 and 20 Bookers, while a division could receive up to 45-60.
M10 "Booker" Pre-Production
MSRP $81.99
Our Price: $73.79
Click here to see it on our website
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From Das Werk
1/35 Panther Ausf. G (Late Production)
In Stock Now!
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Panther Ausf. G
Another of the newer companies producing interesting kits and some very unique vehicles and accessories is Das Werk in Germany. This is the newest edition of the Panther series that they have partnered with Takom to manufacture. The Das Werk kits are simplified versions without things like detailed interiors offered in the Takom versions. Offered at a great price point, this is a great option to build a solid WWII armor kit whether you're a brand new builder or an old hand at modeling.
The Model
- Highly detailed static plastic model
- Hatches can be built in open or closed position
- Link & length style tracks included
- Metal Barrel included
- 4 types of markings
- PE-Parts included
In cooperation with the manufacturer Takom Models, they publish multiple models of the Panther. We find that the models from Takom are really great, but building the detailed interiors these are not necessarily something for every model maker among us.
At this point we would like to start and have therefore developed a simpler and reasonably priced alternative version of the Panther, which we have also produced again by Takom itself. In an effort to give you as many alternatives as possible and have also released two matching Zimmerits sets. Giving you more options for your model.
The Vehicle
The Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (Ausführung G) was a medium German Wehrmacht tank produced from March 1944 to April 1945 by M.N.H., Daimler-Benz, and MAN, with a total of 2,953 units built.
Designed to counter the Soviet T-34, it featured a powerful 7,5 cm gun and sloped armor up to 100 mm thick. Weighing around 45 tons, it offered excellent mobility but had technical issues due to rushed development. Despite these flaws, the Panther is regarded as a well-balanced and influential design.
Panther Asuf.G
MSRP: $24.99
Our Price: $22.49
Click here to see it on our website
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From Border Models
1/35 Focke-Wulf FW190A-8 R2,R6,R7,R8
In Stock Now!
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Focke-Wulf FW190A-8 R2,R6,R7,R8
Next up is a four in one kit of the Fw190 from Border Models. With four choices you can build a version that meets your specific interests, including the unique R7 version that featured a rear firing rocket that was tested, but ultimately abandoned. Another feature that makes this kit stand out is it's scale, 1/35 something we think of as an armor focused scale (aircraft tend to be 1/72, 1/48 or 1/32). This growing line of 1/35 sized aircraft offer some new options for diorama builders and for folks who like to work with larger sized kits.
The Model
- 1/35 Scale.
- 4 in 1 Kit (R2/R6/R7/R8 Selectable)
- Full interior (engine)
- 4 types of markings to choose from.
- Includes etching bulletproof for R7/R8
- Includes tempered glass parts.
- Includes R6 Rocket Launcher
- Brass MK108 barrel included
About The FW190A-8 R2,R4,R8
The A-8 entered production in February 1944, powered either by the standard BMW 801 D-2 or the 801Q (also known as 801TU). The 801Q/TU, with the "T" signifying a Triebwerksanlage unitized power plant installation, was a standard 801D with improved, thicker armour on the BMW-designed front annular cowling, which still incorporated the BMW-designed oil cooler.
Changes introduced in the Fw 190 A-8 also included the C3-injection Erhöhte Notleistung emergency boost system to the fighter variant of the Fw 190A (a similar system with less power had been fitted to some earlier Jabo variants of the 190A), raising power to 1,980 PS (1,950 hp; 1,460 kW) for 10 minutes. The 10 minute emergency power may be used up to three times per mission with a 10 minute cooldown in "combat power" between each 10 minute use of emergency power.
Fw 190A-8 with the under-wing WGr 21 rocket-propelled mortar. The weapon was developed from the 21 cm Nebelwerfer 42 infantry weapon.
Fw 190 A-8/R2: The A-8/R2 replaced the outer wing 20 mm cannon with a 30 mm (1.2 in) MK 108 cannon.
Fw 190 A-8/R4: The A-8/R4 featured GM1 nitrous boost to the standard BMW 801 D/Q engine. GM1 (nitrous oxide) injection increased power for short amounts of time, up to 10 minutes at a time. A 20 minute supply was usually carried.
Fw 190 A-8/R8: The A-8/R8 was similar to the A-8/R2, but fitted with heavy armor including 30 mm (1.2 in) canopy and windscreen armor and 5 mm (0.20 in) cockpit armor.
The Fw190 A-8/R7 included a unique rear firing rocket weapon, the “Krebs-Gerät”. This was a single rear-firing Nebelwerfer 21 cm tube installed on the bottom of a Fw 190A-8 with a specialised mount. The main pdrawback was that the pilot couldn’t see where the target was.
Fw190A-8 R2,R6,R7,R8
MSRP $77.99
Our Price: $70.19
Click here to see it on our website
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From Max Factory
1/72 Combat Armors Max 17
Ironfoot F4XD Hasty XD
In Stock Now!
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Combat Armors Max 17: Ironfoot F4XD Hasty XD
"We have a restock on some Max Factory kits. Among the items back in stock is this 1/72 scale Combat Armor from the Anime series "Fang of the Sun Dougram". Back in stock for the time being, don't wait on these if you're looking to fill in some gaps in your collection.
The Model
The Ironfoot F4XD Hasty XD from "Fang of the Sun Dougram" returns to the "Combat Armors MAX" model-kit lineup from Max Factory! This variation is based on illustrations by Kunio Okawara; it's equipped with a ten-barrel missile launcher.
The kit makes use of snap-fit connections for ease of assembly (some parts require glue); polycap joints allow for smooth and easy posing of the finish model. The model is made with a new mold with some altered and added parts, and features a desert-yellow color based on the original illustrations. Waterslide decals are included for its markings. This kit was designed in cooperation with mechanical designer Takahiro Yamada.
Combat Armors Max 17
MSRP $72.00
Our Price: $64.80
Click here to see it on our website
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From Bandai
The Gundam Card Game
Details Announced
Pre-orders and Beta Event Information Coming Soon!
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The Gundam Card Game is now slated for a July 11th release. There will be four starter decks released simultaneously. We will provide a peek at each one below. There will also be releases of card cases, card sleeves and dice. We will cover all of those and more in greater detail as we continue to receive updates.
Update: We are still standing by for details that will allow us to open up pre-orders. For the moment, continue to check in with the store and we will give you the latest news.
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Heroic Beginnings
Starter Deck ST01
x1 Ready-to-play 50-card deck
x10 Resource Cards
x8 Token Cards
x1 Paper Damage Counter
x1 Rule/Playsheet
x1 Bonus Pack
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Wings of Advance
Starter Deck ST02
x1 Ready-to-play 50-card deck
x10 Resource Cards
x8 Token Cards
x1 Paper Damage Counter
x1 Rule/Playsheet
x1 Bonus Pack
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Zeon's Rush
Starter Deck ST03
x1 Ready-to-play 50-card deck
x10 Resource Cards
x8 Token Cards
x1 Paper Damage Counter
x1 Rule/Playsheet
x1 Bonus Pack
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Seed Strike
Starter Deck ST04
x1 Ready-to-play 50-card deck
x10 Resource Cards
x8 Token Cards
x1 Paper Damage Counter
x1 Rule/Playsheet
x1 Bonus Pack
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From CMON
Metal Gear Solid: The Boardgame
In Stock!
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Metal Gear Solid: The Boardgame
A mysterious base. Prototype technology. Conspiracies within conspiracies. It’s hard to know who to trust, but there’s a job that needs to be done. And it’s up to Snake and his crew to do it.
Metal Gear Solid: The Board Game puts players in the role of their favorite characters from the video game franchise. Across connected missions, they’ll have to infiltrate enemy territory and stealthily avoid patrols in order to accomplish missions and make it back out alive.
- EPIC CAMPAIGN MODE: Dive into a 14-mission campaign filled with stealth, strategy, and iconic boss battles, bringing the Metal Gear Solid experience to your tabletop.
- FLEXIBLE VR MISSIONS: Choose from 6 free-to-play VR Missions for a quick, intense gaming experience. All gear earned is unlocked for future missions.
- UNIQUE BOSS FIGHTS: Each boss requires different strategies to defeat, offering a diverse and challenging gameplay experience.
- ASYMMETRIC CHARACTER ABILITIES: Play as Solid Snake, Meryl, Otacon, or Gray Fox, each with unique abilities that provide new tactical options in every game.
- SAVE THE WORLD: Assume the role of legendary characters to infiltrate enemy bases and sabotage prototype weapon systems, preventing world-ending threats.
Contents:
- 1 Rulebook; 186 Tokens
- 1 Campaign Book; 176 Cards
- 1 VR Missions Book; 14 Dice
- 14 Game Tiles
- 13 Dashboards
- 24 Miniatures
Metal Gear Solid
MSRP: $109.99
Our Price $98.99
Click here to see on our website
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UPCOMING RELEASE!
From Wizards of the Coast
Aetherdrift
Pre-release Event February 7th & 8th!
Innistrad Remastered
Launch Party January 24th!
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Magic the Gathering- Aetherdrift
Start your engines for a high-octane death race across the Multiverse! Swerve through three planes of mayhem, dodging dangerous obstacles and rival racers along the way. Crew up unique vehicles and mounts as you discover which racing team best suits your style, then hit max speed to claim the gold.
Pre-release in-store events are being planned for February 7 & 8, 2025
Magic the Gathering - Innistrad Remastered
Rediscover everything you love to fear in Magic's Gothic horror plane with Innistrad Remastered. Feel the nostalgia with a retro frame card in every booster and feast your eyes on new movie poster cards.
Launch Party in-store event is being planned for January 24, 2025
Call the Store for the latest information about this event this Friday!
Pre-release Order Details coming soon for both!
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From Wise Wizard Games
Star Realms: Rise of Empire
In Stock!
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Star Realms: Rise of Empire
Star Realms: Rise of Empire is a new standalone pre-quel to the popular Star Realm series game with 141 cards, and a 12-game legacy scenario campaign. Rise of Empire introduces three brand new factions: the Consortium, the Scavengers, and the Kingdom. Rise of Empire will take players on an epic adventure over the course of 12 scenarios where players will permanently alter the market deck cards while tracking their battle wins and losses. Players will compete to achieve various objectives, earning them Campaign Victory Points and unlocking the secrets of the worlds around them. Rise of Empire can be played stand-alone or combined with all previous Star Realms content after you’ve finished the campaign.
Features
12 Legacy Scenarios
9 Sticker Sheets
Starting decks for 2 players featuring 3 brand new factions
8+ Legacy Component Envelopes
Narrative Campaign for 2 players
Competitive and Cooperative mode
Plays on its own, or combined with any other Star Realms set.
An all-new 60-card trade deck featuring new mechanics like "when acquired" abilities!
Market/Campaign Board
Full-color rulebook
Star Realms: Rise of Empire
MSRP: $59.99
Our Price $53.99
Click here to see on our website
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From AK Interactive
Photoetched Parts: Complete Guide #7
In Stock!
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Photoetched Parts: Complete Guide #7
We have a number of AK Interactive reference and how to books back in stock.
Description
Photoetch has always been a difficult task for many modellers.
It doesn't matter which modelling branch you choose, possibly you want to boost your modelling to the next level of detail. The talented artists from the AKI Learning Series and the expert Adam Wilder drives you on a journey through the secrets and techniques used for working with photoetched parts.
Don't miss the opportunity to know how these pieces are made or how many uses can be given to this material. It will be much easier, after reading this book, to work with photoetch and even do AKI's first steps in soldering.
Photoetched Parts: Complete Guide #7
MSRP: $17.99
Our Price $16.19
Click here to see on our website
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Quick Hits
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Upcoming Items
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Expected this year from:
Airfix
Something a little different this week. Las t week Airfix announced their entire range of 2025 releases.
Rather than highlight one or two of the kits, today we will just show you some of the box tops to whet your appetite for all of the cool stuff coming from them this year. Keep in mind this is just a preview and only about a 30% of the complete range of kits announced.
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The grandfather of board games, Monopoly plans to celebrate their 90th anniversary this year with some changes.
Hasbro has announced new product types for Monopoly, coming in 2025 for the game's 90th anniversary.
The game line will now feature expansion packs, which will breathe new life into this classic game. Each expansion pack adds new cards, rules that speed up the game, and other twists and turns. In the first expansions to be released, there are even rules that allow players to buy the bank itself.
“Monopoly is more than a board game; it’s a cultural phenomenon that has transcended generations and resonates deeply with players across the globe,” said Brian Baker, Senior Vice President of Board Games at Hasbro. “These all-new expansion packs and the completely redesigned classic board game are a result of deep consumer insights, and I think they truly elevate the Monopoly play experience. For example, the Monopoly: Free Parking Jackpot Expansion was inspired by decades of consumers developing their personal house rules, and we wanted to recognize how our consumers have been playing."
The first three expansions will be Monopoly: Go to Jail, Monopoly: Buy Everything, and the aforementioned Monopoly: Free Parking Jackpot. In addition to these expansions, Hasbro also announced that the base Monopoly will get a component and box redesign for the anniversary.
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Thames & Kosmos unveiled a new edition of Caesar & Cleopatra, a classic strategy card game, which will be released in the fall of 2025.
Caesar & Cleopatra, designed by Wolfgang Ludtke, was originally released in 1997 and has since sold over 350,000 copies. It is a two-player card game where players take on the roles of either Julius Caesar or Cleopatra and attempt to influence Roman officials in an effort to gain power. Caesar is looking to expand Romes influence over Egypt, while Cleopatra is trying to maintain her kingdom's independence from Rome.
The new edition features a complete makeover of the game, adding updated illustrations and a modern box and card design. This game supports two players, ages 10 and up, and plays in 40 minutes.
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Cryptozoic Entertainment will release a new Party/Starter Edition of their DC Deck-Building Game in March. The Party/Starter Edition branding denotes a classic game packaged as a smaller, lower-priced package of the classic game originally launched in 2012.
Players will play as Justice League superheroes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, Green Lantern, or Cyborg, each with a unique ability, among a total of over 50 DC characters in the game. Cards feature comic art.
The box includes 214 Game Cards, 7 Oversized Character Cards, and 1 Rulebook.
DC Deck-Building Game (Party/Starter Edition) is for 2-05 players ages 15 and up, and plays in 30-45 minutes. It's a standalone game that’s also compatible with other versions of the game. It will be released March 25th.
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Remember...
Gift Cards are always the right size.
Available in any denomination in store or on the website.
Buy them here!
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Issue 3 of our weekly newsletter for 2025.
Already three issues into the new year already! And we are starting to get a picture of some of the new releases to expect in the coming months. We are working on getting news out to you earlier and setting up pre-orders to allow you to reserve coveted items in advance. Let us know if you're liking some of the changes we have been rolling out!
Here at the shop things remain on the usual schedule. Don't forget there's a Sprue Cutters meeting at 6pm on the first and third Tuesdays of each month (the next one be held, tomorrow, January 21st at 6:00pm): and the AMPS meetings are on held on the second Saturday of each month (February 8th, will be the next one). We have regular Magic groups, D&D groups and other events held in the Brookhurst Club. Ask us about joining in to any one of our gaming groups!
Remember that we are always seeking submissions to "What are you working on" which we plan to feature weekly whenever possible.
We welcome any suggestions, comments and even corrections to the newsletter! Drop us an e-mail to info@brookhursthobbies.com or come in to the shop sometime and chat with us in person.
From all of us here at Brookhurst Hobbies...
Thanks for reading, and we hope to see you soon!
Regards,
Jon Trask
Brookhurst Hobbies
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