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Sesame Sam
@sesamesam.bsky.social
Be kind! 🌼

I favor common sense & common folk.

I’m a gamer (all kinds), reader, free thinker, LGBTQ+ ally, BLM ally, anti-fascist, pet parent

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FINALLY finished our third session for Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era. It was far too easy for us, so we think we’re going to move up the difficulty level.

#boardgames
December 26, 2025 at 10:15 PM
For Christmas I received Similo Wild Animals, Soda Jerk should be arriving next week, and my husband got Azul. Played a few games of Similo and I’m really looking forward to playing it at a higher count!
December 26, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Played Too Many Bones with friends yesterday. First time in a while any of us had played - definitely still a challenge. Two encounters, including the final boss, were almost a TPK.

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December 15, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Finished our final session 2 combat in Elder Scrolls. As predicted, we easily defeated our foes. I dunno - not challenging is kind of…dull. Might try a very different class next time.

Then went to a friend’s and taught a couple of folks how to play Castles of Burgundy. Love that game!

#boardgames
December 14, 2025 at 3:12 AM
I was thinking we might stop playing Elder Scrolls for the rest of 2025 when we’re done with this scenario since we’ve been playing a lot. But we’re planning on playing all of our games next year, so getting through some more while we’re off at the end of the year will be alright.

#boardgames
December 10, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Finished a round in our second session of Elder Scrolls last night. Dark elf bard and a redguard spell sword kicking butt and taking names. I hope we’re not too cocky - I’m thinking it’s going to be a walk in the park - very unlike the last time we played.

#boardgames
December 10, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, session 2, getting ready for the final encounter for the Circle of Champions in Valenwood. With 4 recruits, it’s in the bag.

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November 29, 2025 at 2:36 AM
We played Ransom Notes with my BIL & SIL today. Haven’t laughed so hard in ages! That might be one I have to pick up.

#boardgames
November 28, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Played Wyrmspan this evening with friends. I expected a GIANT stomping in score difference and was not disappointed: Five players with a difference of 80 points between first and last place! (At least I was squarely in the middle!)

#boardgames
November 23, 2025 at 5:44 AM
@nuke-con.com is going to be at Nerdmas today as an exhibitor. We were there last year and had a great time. Stop by if you’re in the area!

#nerdmas #holidayshopping
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November 22, 2025 at 2:48 PM
We pulled out Castles of Burgundy to teach two of our sons earlier this week. They both liked it and did well for their first time, but one was less than excited by the prospect of being lapped by their dad! (Due to time constraints, we had to quit after the 3rd phase.)

#boardgames
November 22, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Pulled out Dice Thrones for the second time in less than a week. Tonight I barely managed to eke out a win by 1 round.
November 15, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Played Nimble #ttrpg yesterday (sounded like the introductory scenario). Interesting mechanics & a nice light system. Looking forward to seeing what trouble my stoatling zephyr can get in to.
November 10, 2025 at 6:09 AM
UK gamers: I have a friend who is heading out soon to London for a week or so. What are some “don’t miss” spots for her to enjoy some gaming company and/or stores?

#boardgames
#cardgames
November 1, 2025 at 10:15 PM
My husband has been sick for a while, so we just finished up our last session of Elder Scrolls. I was pretty sure we were going to die a horrible death, but on our 6th round, he took down Deslandra & I took down her henchman. With a coupla thief classes…

#boardgames
November 1, 2025 at 2:33 AM
The other night was game night with two of our sons. My husband had a meeting so I chose a couple of light games - Castle Combo and Guillotine. Both were well received!

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#cardgames
October 23, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Yesterday we played three new (to us) games: Nature, Roll for the Galaxy, and Dragonwood.

Nature I’d be interested in playing with expansions; RftG took me a bit to grok, but I managed to not come in last place & would play again; Dragonwood is a light & easy filler card game.

#boardgames
October 20, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Been playing ES:BotSE with my husband in the evenings. Last night we were going to try to finish the third session but one of our sons came over & we played Photograph and Century Spice Road instead.

#boardgames
October 15, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Went to @nuke-con.com this past weekend & ran several games. For the first time, all of them ran. Only had time to play in one game, but it was by @jackboxgames.com, so I was happy! Definitely expect to get Party Pack 11 when it releases!

#boardgames
#videogames
October 6, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Come on out & join us!
Nuke-Con is this Weekend!

Countdown to first day of Nuke-Con on Oct 3rd! This is a reminder to... Check the Game Schedule See what Vendors we have to sell you fine goodies galore Examine the list of our Panels for the weekend Say hello to our local Ghostbusters on Saturday Oct 4th Come see…
Nuke-Con is this Weekend!
Countdown to first day of Nuke-Con on Oct 3rd! This is a reminder to... Check the Game Schedule See what Vendors we have to sell you fine goodies galore Examine the list of our Panels for the weekend Say hello to our local Ghostbusters on Saturday Oct 4th Come see Artemis, Retro Gaming and More! Play in an Extra Life Charity Event during the weekend…
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October 3, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Yesterday we played Dungeon Dice and taught our friends Rock Hard 1977. Almost won Dungeon Dice but my dice lost their juju. Rock Hard 1977 I started off strong but the candy did me in at the end!

#boardgames
September 29, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Five player Kavango tonight - makes for a bit more of a challenge than 3 or 4 players. I did ok - 3rd place. The research cards on the third round were just brutal & almost impossible for my preserve!

#boardgames
September 28, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Unlikely any #boardgames get played over the next few days. After my husband gets home from work, it’s Borderlands 4 time! New, non-drifting controllers have been purchased! (Assuming the virus I have starts the downward spiral today. Fever, aches, congestion & headache - ugh.)

#videogames #ps5
September 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Last night’s games, which I’m running at a local con next month.

Two rounds of each: Our son trashed us on his first playthrough of Coral & my husband won the second. Vicious Gardens was a tie the first round (not me) and I won the second, even though I had fewer victory cards.

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September 10, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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