Oregon FLGS Gets a Local Newspaper Write Up

It was great to see one of my (relatively) local game stores written up in the regular press recently - Ancient Wonders, whom I’ve praised here before, was featured in Thursday’s Tigurd/Tualatin/Sherwood’s The Times newspaper. Last sentence of the article: “Yes, you can find this stuff cheaper online,” Rains said. “What we offer is a place to play. We provide an atmosphere that you can’t get over the Internet.”

A Brief Interview with a Game Store Owner (Video)

Brett White is the owner of Heroes Haven in Roseburg, OR. He describes himself as primarily "a comics guy" who happens to sell games as well. On a recent visit, he kindly agreed to be recorded, sharing some of his thoughts on the current game market and its history.

FLGS Video Walk Through: Heroes Haven in Roseburg, OR

I was in Roseburg on business a couple of days ago and thought I'd check out what it had in the way of game stores. I couldn't find the first one I looked for (bad Google directions or out of business now I think), but I did find Heroes Haven. It's probably 3/4 comics, but there's an excellent selection of games and miniatures too. The owner was very friendly and willing to be on video sharing some of his thoughts as a store owner. I still have to go over what I shot and see if there's anything I can salvage, it's nearly impossible to shoot steady with something as small as an iPod, even with image stabilization added afterwards.

FLGS Video Walk Through: Ancient Wonders in Tualatin, Oregon

I've written here about Ancient Wonders in Tualatin (near Portland), Oregon before. It's a great store with a lived in, slightly grungy feel. Very Magic the Gathering friendly (is there a game store that isn't?), with comics and a wide range of board and role playing games. They also have a great selection of old school items. I was driving to Portland but had a few minutes to pop in, pick up a couple things, and make a walk through video.

I had to laugh about it later. When the owner asked me what the video was all about and I explained it was for a blog, the only customer present at the time (who I'm pretty sure had been discussing a specific Magic card or strategy) sort of snorted and sneered briefly. There you have it folks, bloggers are even lower on the social totem pole than gamers! Or maybe he just thought the idea of videoing a game store was silly. Anyhow, it's clear now that I have absolutely no skill as a videographer, and again hope the music compensates. Careful viewing will reveal a rare copy of The Palace of the Vampire Queen (as well as the elusive bulette)...

sorry if this shows up in anyone's feed twice, I botched the post date/time.

A Video Walk Through the FLGS - Evolution Gaming in Eugene, OR

There are four games stores in our little town - here's a quick walk through of Evolution Gaming on Hilyard. Sorry for the poor quality, I was in a hurry - I even forgot to get a good shot of the front door from outside... maybe the music will help make up for it.