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    Tableau Infractus a Webzine for Earthdawn

    Tableau Infractus has been a staple to the Earthdawn community for 15 years, highlighting the importance of accessible web content. The creator aims to continue sharing these archives for future enthusiasts by providing direct download access.

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  • Game Archives, Gaming Articles

    Drucifer’s Advanced Traps For HeroQuest

    9 Traps to threaten heroes and entertain yourself. Inspired by the Mage Knight Trap Pack from 2003.

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  • Gaming Theories

    To Use, or Not to Use, a Live Game Master or AI Application…

    The rise of AI in gaming raises questions about the future of Game Masters in games.

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  • Board Games, Miscellaneous

    A Gallery of 10 Miniatures

    Miniatures have been integral to games throughout history, serving as physical representations rather than just abstract ideas. Plastic Army Men and Space Patrol were a primer but Dungeons and Dragons opened the gates. Painting enhances a miniature’s appeal while ensuring safety when using lead miniatures. The author shares a selection of miniatures they have painted.

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  • Board Games

    My Soft Plastic Solution

    Many modern board game miniatures, made from soft plastic, often arrive bent and can be difficult to paint. This process involves a hot water treatment to reshape, followed by an isopropyl alcohol bath for cleaning. A hardening coat is then applied before painting, ensuring improved rigidity and paintability.

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  • Miscellaneous

    Librarying has Begun

    In the early 1980s, the author began archiving gaming materials in a binder, establishing a life long habit. This practice evolved with technology, transitioning from physical storage to digital formats, ultimately leading to the creation of an extensive, if disorganized gaming library that includes a wealth of materials and adaptations.

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  • Miscellaneous

    Welcome to the Fun Hole

    Drushomebrew.com is a newly established website that consolidates years of gaming insights, content creation, and personal projects. This platform aims to serve as a hub for diverse gaming material, encompassing both contemporary and classic games while steering clear of traditional sports.

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Recent Articles

  • Visual Reference For HeroQuest – Underworld Battle (2009)

  • Figure Painter Magazine, an E-zine for Inspirational Miniatures Painting

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  • Star Trek Ascendancy (2016) Rules Archive

  • Making A 3D Dungeon for HeroQuest

  • Visual Reference for HeroQuest – Talisman The Magical Quest Game – 5th Edition (2024)

  • Guest Comic – The Setup

  • Would You Buy a Second Hand Game for $1,000.00?

  • HeroQuest “How To” Moving Large Creatures.

  • Dungeons & Dragons Collectable Miniatures Game – Galleries

About the Author

Dru Tobin, author, game designer and process designer. Avid partaker of Science Fiction and Fantasy in all mediums. Archivist of games and gaming materials.

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