The number one seed, Federico Staksrud, could face Max Freeman early on. Freeman is a tough lefty who will first play Alhoon. Gabe Joseph will face Zane Navratil in another difficult early matchup.

And the Elder Brain’s grasp on the Alhoon weakens. Those who leave find freedom, but also seek power. They are no longer accepted as part of the colony, their minds will never commune with the Elder ...

It’s spooky season and nothing’s spookier than the undead. So we’re taking a look at the best in D&D. Today it’s the best mid-level undead. Undead are perhaps the best monsters in D&D. They’re pretty ...

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