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(Reposting because I forgot to set the last poll to allow for multiple selections and Patreon doesn't let you change that after it goes up. Make sure to vote in this one and choose as many as you like)

Hey folks, we got a ton of great suggestions for the next game, and since we had a four-way tie of games that (to my recollection) have never shown up on the poll before, I felt bad choosing between any of them, so this poll will have five games instead of four. As always, this poll will run for two weeks, you can vote for as many games as you like, and the 2nd place game will reserve a spot on the next poll.

On Mars: Of course we have to start with the last poll's second place game. This heavy euro is about exploring the red planet and building a colony. The setting and artwork are tailor made to draw me in, though Vital Lacerda games are always a bit intimidating. Of course, that just means that a rules video would be that much more necessary for people. There's also a new expansion out, so I'd gladly cover that too.

My Father's Work: I've been hearing a lot about this Frankenstein-esque euro as of late. Not only does it have an excellent production value and wonderfully macabre setting, it also presents a map that changes as you play based on the different storylines you choose. While I haven't played it, I'd definitely be interested in giving it a shot.

Great Western Trail: 2nd Edition: I really enjoyed the first edition of this cattle ranching game, and I've heard nothing but good things about this new version. GWT has you managing a hand of cattle cards as you make your way from Texas to Kansas City, and while that theme isn't something I expected to pull me in, I was pleasantly surprised at how much I bought in. And now that it's got a fresh coat of paint, I'd love to show it off.

Western Legends: While GWT is more of a cattle rustling type of cowboy, Western Legends goes for the gunslingin' adventurous route. At least, that's one way it can go. This is a sandbox game where you can get into just about any cowboy-themed shenanigans your heart desires.

Star Trek Ascendancy: I am a huge Star Trek fan, so I'm honestly surprised at myself that I've never played Ascendancy. A Star Trek based 4x game? Oh, and there's a ton of expansions adding new factions and game modes? What else needs to be said?

Comments

Salman Qaisar

Aw man, Star Trek Ascendency is losing :( You know you have the right to make a rules video for a game of your choice, Shea ;)

Anonymous

It's not over yet! 😅

Michael D

At this point I am convinced that the only way I'll ever actually play On Mars is with a Shea rules video.

Anonymous

Let’s go On Mars!!!!

RTFM

Haha, yeah I know. I think when I get to the point where I can do just RTFM stuff for a living, I'll start doing a mixture of Patreon-requested videos and those of my choosing.

Anonymous

I have my copy in shrink constantly standing over me like a mafia boss and I’m too scared to unwrap it

Anonymous

I'm a Lacerda virgin and On Mars will not be the 1st of his games that I will play. But I'd like to see your video. GWT 2e only with the Rail to the North expansion.

Anonymous

Great Western Trail 🤞

Daniel Rydberg

Be careful of that expansion for On Mars. It just seems ridiculous. Like, when the setting from the original game has realistic elements they suddenly pollute the game with sci-fi aliens and other stuff the game doesn’t need. Like, why.

Anonymous

ST: Ascendancy is being reinforced.

Anonymous

Very close run with On Mars and ST: Ascendancy