Just for you fellow Arkham fatties that have been eagerly awaiting their release (like I have).  You can finally order the miniatures for Arkham Horror at Fantasy Flight Game's website: http://www.fantasyflightgames.com/edge_minisite_sec.asp?eidm=126&esem=2    

Calgary, Alberta - On October 16, 2010, the FallCon Gaming Society awarded its first ever Canadian Game Design Award to Roberta Taylor for her design, Octopus’ Garden. The announcement was made at FallCon, the premier boardgaming and miniatures convention in Canada. As part of the award, Roberta was awarded a custom crafted plaque commemorating the design award, a $200 cash prize, an offer to publish from Valley Games and an accompanying $500 advance should she accept the contract offer. The FallCon Gaming Society extends heartfelt congratulations to Roberta in a deserving win among a crowded...

Fantasy Flight Games presents The Sacred Pool, the newest expansion for Talisman. Featuring new characters, Adventure cards, Spells, Alternate Endings, and Quest Rewards, you will get new ways to experience the magic and adventure of Talisman! Featuring four all-new characters, over 70 new Adventure cards, Neutral Alignment cards, and the addition of Alternate Endings, The Sacred Pool provides a fountain of new possibilities!

Valley Games, who brought us killer reprints of AT/wargame classics Hannibal: Rome v. Carthage and Titan, are nearing the release of the reprint of Martin Wallace's Liberte.  They also sent us news on their upcoming releases, which appear to be shifting toward more of a Euro approach. 

Every year I scour the Essen reports for new and interesting games. Several games we have already been anticipating and talking about for weeks, months, and in some cases years. Earth Reborn Survive: Escape from Atlantis Mansions of Madness Sid Meier's Civilization Merchants & Marauders Cadwallon City of Thieves