Hear the Word of the King with Lief, Page of Helm

A miniature figure of Lief, a page from Rohan, stands beside a mounted version of himself on a brown horse. The standing figure is dressed in a green and brown cloak, holding a satchel, while the mounted figure wears similar attire and holds the reins of the horse. Both figures are set on a base with tufts of grass and small rocks, emphasizing their connection to the Rohan landscape.

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Heavy Metal Chess: Hell Knight to BFG9000

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DOOM Arena - The Board Game - storms onto Kickstarter in three weeks, and it’s not messing about. Designer Ben Maunder calls it “heavy metal chess” - two editions, one mission: total demonic annihilation.

TAGS Fest: Finding Your People in Edinburgh's Small Press Revival

The TAGS Fest, a Tabletop and Graphic Storytelling Festival, is set to take place at Edinburgh's Fruitmarket on October 25th and 26th, 2025. This year marks its third iteration, expanding to a full weekend and featuring over 50 independent creators and speakers who have carved out their own paths outside mainstream publishing. 

The festival aims to foster community and connection, especially for those in Scotland's independent publishing scene, which has faced significant challenges. Attendees can expect a vibrant atmosphere filled with opportunities to meet local authors, play games, and engage in discussions about creative careers.

The event will also include a Board Game Zone curated by Ancient Robot Games, offering a variety of games for drop-in play. With free entry and no tickets required, TAGS Fest is designed to encourage people to come together, share their passions, and find a sense of belonging in a supportive environment.

For more information, visit [tagsfest.co.uk](http://tagsfest.co.uk).
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Sat, Oct 25, 2025, 10:00 AM
In-person @ Fruitmarket, Edinburgh

There are fewer and fewer spaces where people can come together, especially for free. Scotland's small press community has weathered chronic underfunding whilst watching local creative spaces vanish beneath spiralling costs. Convention tables that foster careers have become unaffordable, many of the stepping stones that turn hobbyists into professionals have simply ceased to exist.