Tabletop 101
Trading Card Games: From Pikachu to Planeswalkers
The captivating realm of Trading Card Games (TCGs) is where strategy, creativity, and camaraderie converge to form an unforgettable gaming experience. In this article, we look at the dynamic world of TCGs, diving into the mechanics of some of the most popular ones, uncovering the stories behind their cards, and spotlighting the vibrant communities they created.
Board Game Gift Guide 2021
Tabletop 101Boardgame Gift Guide 2021 by Serban, Quartermaster @ The Guild Hall December 16th, 2021Picture this: You need to find a gift for a friend of yours and you need to do so fast. You have no clue what to get them, but you know they like board games. What’s the...
10 games you can learn in 10 minutes
Whether you are a person who wants to find some new games to play or you are an avid player who wants to introduce his friends to his favorite hobby, we decided to make a list of whether you are a person who wants to find some new games to play or you are an avid player who wants to introduce his friends to his favorite hobby, we decided to make a list of 10 games you can learn in 10 minutes.
How to Get Into Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game (MESBG)
reetings again, fellow wanderer! Do you feel like this scorching weather’s a good time to stay inside and play some wargames? Well, let me tell you all about how you can start your journey in Middle-Earth. Oh, it’s much simpler than at first glance, so you don’t need to sell your soul to Sauron. Well, at least not for this game…
Why Play Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game (MESBG)
MESBG (Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game) is a miniatures wargame designed by Games Workshop which puts you in the middle of the greatest moments in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, right alongside all the iconic heroes and villains.
How to Win at Catan – 4 Tips for Introverts
Worry not! Here is how to survive a Catan night, and even win a couple of games.
Enter the giveaway and win 3x vouchers 500 lei each
NewsEnter the giveaway and win 3x vouchers 500 lei each by The Guild Hall July 5, 2021We're is turning 3 years old! Participate in the raffle for the chance of winning 3 vouchers each worth 500 lei!The Guild Hall will turn three years old this fall, and because we...
D&D supplements All DMs Need
If you want to make your DMing life better, there is nothing better in the world than these supplements. All of them will make your game amazing!
5 Games for a fun Anti-Valentine’s Day Board Game Night
Love is in the air! And that is all we’ve ever hated. Here are our 5 favourite games for an awesome Anti-Valentine’s Day board game night.
5 Easy Steps to Get Into Wargaming
Thinking of starting to play wargaming but you don’t know where should you start? Here’s 5 easy steps to get into wargaming!
5 Great Date Night Board Games for Couples
Love is in the air! And that is all we’ve ever wanted. But, you know, times have changed. Over the past year, we’ve grown more aware of how much more important our time together is than any other gift. So, how should you spend your time together this Valentine’s Day? Well, playing board games, of course! And to help you out, we picked some of our favorites to play with your significant other. So here are 5 great date night board games for couples.
How to get into Magic: The Gathering
MTG is the king of all Trading Card Game, testing your strategy with an element of luck in a fantasy world. Here is the absolute beginners guide to how to get into Magic: The Gathering!
10 Great Alternatives to Popular Board Games
In the world of cardboard and meeples, there are plenty of hipsterish alternatives to popular games. So here they are: 10 popular games and their hipsterish (usually better) alternatives.
Our Top 5 Underrated Board Games
There are games everyone hears about. They’re the all-stars, the quarterbacks, the ones with hundreds of positive reviews and raging fans. Then, there are these games. The games nobody talks about, but that doesn’t take away how great they are. These are the sleeper hits, the journeymen, the games that’ll have your back during the most challenging times. Here are some deeply underrated games!
Best Party Games for Small Groups
This Holiday season might not be the same as before, but you can still have fun with your family or with a few friends. If you’re looking for ideas for party games for small groups, a list of some fantastic here are our top picks!
Top 5 Board Games Released in 2020
Alright… 2020 was a bad year. Nobody can argue with that. But here we are, a pandemic, an election, and some wildfires later – you don’t even remember those anymore, do you? – and we can say that we have survived. However, when our grandchildren ask us if 2020 was complete garbage or not, we at The Guild Hall will say that it wasn’t. Why? Because some AMAZING games graced our tables. And here they are, the top 5 Board Game releases of 2020 (in our humble opinion).
How to find the perfect sleeves for your games
A wise man once said: always use protection. While you might think that doesn’t apply to board games, we’re here to teach you why it does. After all, you don’t want your friends to spread their vanilla iced late all over your precious 100$ magic card. What about that fun game of Root? You should, of course, want to protect all of these experiences. And this is why we’ve come to give you a beginner’s guide into board game sleeves!
5 Reasons Board Games Make the Best Gifts
Christmas is coming up and although it may seem like it’s still far away now, you’ll most likely end up with less than a day to spare in your workplace Secret Santa raffle. So, to prepare you for that moment, here are 5 reasons why board games make the best possible gifts.
Magic The Gathering Gift Guide
You’ve run out of time, but a gift needs to be bought. You HAVE to get something, either that or skip the entire party. You have no idea what your friend might need, but you know he likes MTG. You’re in luck.
Wargaming Gift Guide
There’s an early Secret Santa raffle at your job, but you forgot to buy your colleague something. All you know is he enjoys this hobby, “wargaming.” What do you do? Do you buy him a fancy pen?
Top 5 Chill-out Board Games We Love
There are times where your brain just wants to turn off. If you’re going to play something simple, casual and welcoming, let us show you the best chill-out board games we love to play. These are 5 games that can give you that calm game night experience.
Board Game Gift Guide
Picking the perfect gift for your board game-loving friend never been easier! Here’s our ultimate board game gift guide for every budget.
Dungeons and Dragons Gift Guide
Searching for the perfect gift for your friend who’s into DnD? Here’s your ultimate Dungeons and Dragons Gift Guide with a wide range of products & different price points!
5 Relaxing Board Games to Play with your Family
We think board games are the secret ingredient for cozy and relaxing evenings and weekends. If you looking for some tried and tested games to play with your family you came to the right place. Here are our 5 favorite relaxing family friendly games.
10 Spooky Board Games to play this Halloween
Boo! Did we scare you? Well, hopefully not. On the bright side, we do have some frighteningly fun games to show to you, all of them packing the horror needed for a Halloween game night.
7 NSFW Board Games to Spice Up Your Game Nights
Sometimes when you have game nights, you want to play Ticket to Ride, Activity, and Catan, and other times you might want to have fun with some Not Safe For Work games that you wouldn’t play with your family. That’s why we compiled a list of great NSFW party games that will surely make your game nights memorable.
5 History-themed Board Games
Our world is filled with excellent history! If you want to experience it in a fun way, try one of these 5 board games with real mythology!
5 Gateway Board Games for New Players
Bring your friends into the hobby of board gaming with this curated selection of games of top-notch quality!
10 Team building Games to Connect your Squad
Team buildings can be fun. With board games, of course. We’ve made a list for you with our top picks on the blog!
7 best party board games to play with your friends
Looking for the perfect party board game to play with your friends or family? We’ve made a list for you with our top picks on the blog!
7 Board Games to play with Kids
Board games are fun but they can also improve kid’s critical thinking and puzzle-solving. Here are a few favorites of the Guild Hall team.
Top 5 Board Games for Sci-fi Lovers
Looking for a great Sci-fi board game? Check out our favourites on the blog!
An Intro Into One-Off Games – What, How and Why
If you like a good story, a puzzle or an escape room experience at home on-off games are the perfect choice.
Weekly Brews #20
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Weekly Brews #19
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Weekly Brews #18
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Weekly Brews #17
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Weekly Brews #16
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Build-a-Blast: The Naturesong
In this issue of Build-a-Blast, we will teach you how to create a survivability machine, ensuring you will never be at the mercy of death saves ever again.
Weekly Brews #15
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Weekly Brews #14
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Build-a-Blast: The Ghosthunting Zealot
In this issue of Build-a-Blast, we will teach you how to create a survivability machine, ensuring you will never be at the mercy of death saves ever again.
Weekly Brews #13
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Dungeon Diaries: Betrayal… Already.
Ever wanted to read the hidden stories behind adventurers? Follow the story of some small-time heroes from the world of Bricia in our Dungeon Diaries.
Weekly Brews #12
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Build-a-Blast: Down-Never-Out
In this issue of Build-a-Blast, we will teach you how to create a survivability machine, ensuring you will never be at the mercy of death saves ever again.
3 Ways to Make Your DM Life Easier
Hey, you, the hard-working DM! This article is for you. We know how hard it is to do the things you do. For this reason, We’ve decided to look over our beautiful store to find a way to save your time, life, and soul. Here are the best products you can buy to change your DM life!
Weekly Brews #11
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Dungeon Diaries: Elsewhere
Ever wanted to read the hidden stories behind adventurers? Follow the story of some small-time heroes from the world of Bricia in our Dungeon Diaries.
Bluffing Games – Trick Your Friends at Game Night
Do you like bluffin’ and scheamin’ and lying to your friends in games? Well, with these cool bluffing games you can do just that – move contraband over the border, become the most influential family in a futuristic Italian city-state, or help Mordred destroy King Arthur and the knights of the round table to rule Camelot. Here are some great bluffing games that we recommend.
3 of the best short and fast board games
Here are 3 of the best short and fast board games that we can’t stop playing. All of them are under 15 minutes, easy to learn, fast paced games. Perfect for your next casual game night!
Weekly Brews #10
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Cooperative Board Games – You Against the Game
Do you like working in a team? Do you want to fight TOGETHER with your friends instead of AGAINST them? Then you should try out cooperative board games! Band together with your friends and embark on an adventure against the game – but leave no man behind!
Our favourite strategy board games
Sometimes you get bored with small, short games, and you want to take part in an epic experience. That’s why we are coming to you with some long strategy board game suggestions! These are sure to keep you entertained for at least a couple of hours.
Best Roll & Write Games for Your Game Night
Sometimes you feel like playing a board game, but you don’t want to go through the effort of setting up 20 tiles, 30 plastic units, and 6 different decks. Sometimes you want something short, fun, and easy to explain. What you’re looking for are the popular roll & write games that are usually small, have few components, and are fun because you can write and draw on your player sheet! Here are our suggestions.
Weekly Brews #9
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Prove your dexterity with these challenging games
Dexterity games are great for when you want a more tactile experience out of a board game, and you don’t want to think of complex strategies or read a bunch of cards. They are also really fun and engaging, adding a bit of adrenaline to your gaming night! Here are a couple of cool games we suggest that you try out.
Dungeon Diaries: Revealing the Mystery
Ever wanted to read the hidden stories behind adventurers? Follow the story of some small-time heroes from the world of Bricia in our Dungeon Diaries.
The best mystery & escape room board games
As Grandmaster Oogway once said: ‘Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.’ But what if you also wanted today to be a mystery? Well, then we’ve got some suggestions for you! Here is our selection of mystery games.
Brand New Card Games For You And Your Friends
Bored of your old and boring card games? Is poker and blackjack getting stale? We’ve got brand new card games for you! Also, we’ve made sure they are cute.
Weekly Brews #8
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Family Games
Want to reconnect with your family through a good ol’ night of boardgames? We’ve got some great family games for you to choose from!
Games for Two
Are you alone with the person you love? Are you and your roommate bored in your apartment? Is your brother or sister a little too unsettled for you? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, look at our selection of games for two. Maybe one of them will be your next choice of entertainment.
Weekly Brews #7
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Free D&D Materials In Quarantine
There are a few awesome free resources for D&D lovers out there. We’ve made a selection of some of them that we think are really cool in is article for your pleasure.
Weekly Brews #6
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Build-a-Blast: The Triple-Blooded Dragon
In this issue of Build-a-Blast, we will teach you how to create your very own multiple-lineage Dragonborn, , a supportive fighter-caster hybrid.
Weekly Brews #5
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Painting miniatures – How to use paint
Wargaming is a fun and exciting hobby and part of the fun consists of assembling and painting miniatures. Previosly I showed you all the useful tools for assembling and painting your miniatures. In this article we’re look at the differences between paints and how you can use them.
Build-a-Blast: The Pack Leader
In Build-a-Blast, we’ll try to build some fun new PCs for ourselves. This week, a personal favorite: The Pack Leader
Shows to watch in Quarantine
Feeling bored? We’re here to help you get rid of the boredom by recommending some exceptional geeky material you can watch in your downtime!
Weekly Brews #4
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Dungeon Diaries: An Army
Ever wanted to read the hidden stories behind adventurers? Follow the story of some small-time heroes from the wondrous world of Bricia in our new series of Dungeon Diaries
Useful tools for painting your miniatures
Wargaming is a fun and exciting game, and part of the fun consists of assembling and painting your miniatures. Today we’ll help you make a more informed decision in buying the paints, primers, brushes and other tools that are useful to paint your minis.
Weekly Brews #3
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Build-a-Blast: The Stargazer
In Build-a-Blast, we’ll try to build some fun new PCs for ourselves. This week, a personal favorite: The Stargazer.
The Guild Hall in time of COVID-19
As many other business, we closed our store for the time being because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Still, we’re here if you want to surprise your geeky friends with one of our gift cards or stock up on games, paints, and miniatures to help you fight the boredom, as at this time, we’re still accepting orders and shipping games to your home.
Weekly Brews – Issue #2
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Online Board Games – Where and How?
Here’s our guide to where and how you can play online board games. Rossy, our board game master put together a list of pros and cons of two of the best online board game sites – Tabletopia and Board Game Arena
Dungeon Diaries: The Oddballs Gather
Ever wanted to read the hidden stories behind adventurers? Follow the story of some small-time heroes from the wondrous world of Bricia in our new series of Dungeon Diaries
Useful tools for assembling your miniatures
Wargaming is a fun and exciting game, and part of the fun consists of assembling and painting your miniatures. We’ll help make a more informed decision in buying the tools that are useful to assemble your minis.
Weekly Brews – Issue #1
Homebrew, in D&D terms, is content created by players to add on or change the fundamentals of the game. Every week we make a selection we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do. Here are some of our favorite homebrews of the week.
Why you should try Dungeons & Dragons (tips from a real-life Dungeon Master)
In times of need playing Dungeons & Dragons might be just the thing you didn’t know you’re missing. Serban, our DM at The Guild Hall is here to shares his insights.
Guessing board games guide
We’re coming to you today with a list of 8 guessing board games that are sure to make your next game night a hit with your friends!
Secret Santa gift guide – games edition
What you’ll find here is a curated list of role-playing, card or board games and accessories that your gamer friends will surely love to get as a Secret Santa present!
The story behind The Guild Hall
Nearly two years ago, an idea was born. Then, one year ago today, The Guild Hall opened its doors. Below is a bit of the story of how that happened.
Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game – Escalation Conflict Diary Entry 1
We’ll be hosting in October an Escalating Conflict for Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game. In this article Raul explains his method of preparing to the epic battle.
Intro to Miniature Wargames
Intro into Wargames is a small guide for those who’d like to get into wargames. You’ll get to know the basic idea behind them, recommendations of games and communities you can join.
Guide to Skirmish Miniature Wargames
So you want to get into miniature wargames, but you want to start slow, with a minimum of financial investment, and grow from there. I have selected some cool games to consider before going big and moving to more massive games.
Warhammer Community in Cluj
TABLETOP 101 Warhammer Community in Cluj-NapocaThe Guild Hall is the place where your wargaming hobby can flourish and become a regular thing. Today we shall talk about why becoming a member of the Guild Hall is a wonderful idea when it comes to miniature wargames and...
Types of games
We live in a golden era of games. We have put together a list that will help you find the games that you would love to play & are worthy of your collection
Popular Mechanics in Board Games
The Guild Hall Team has put together a list of the most popular mechanics you will find in modern board games, just for you.
How do I get into Dungeons and Dragons-Part Two
Part two of the Dungeons and Dragons series, this article is dedicated to giving you a rough guide on how to begin your wonderful adventure in the fantasy world of the Forgotten Realms.
How do I get into Dungeons and Dragons-Part One
The popularity of the now legendary Dungeons and Dragons is on the rise. This article is here to help you to get into the world of D&D.
The Guild Hall Grand Opening Week
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