Guides
New to a game, or nervous about your first night at a shop? Start here, then find somewhere near you to play.
How to play Magic: The Gathering
A plain guide to playing Magic: The Gathering and Commander, from lands and mana to your first turn, plus which decks to start with and where to play in the UK.
What is a prerelease? Magic and Pokémon prereleases explained
A prerelease lets you play a new Magic or Pokémon set at your local shop before it goes on sale. Here is how they work, what you get and how to book a place.
PokémonHow to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game
A plain guide to the Pokémon TCG for complete beginners: how a game works, which starter box to buy, the Standard format and where to play in the UK.
PokémonPokémon League nights: what to expect
What happens at a Pokémon League night in a UK shop, how League Challenges and League Cups work, and how to find a League near you.
One PieceHow to play the One Piece Card Game
Learn how the One Piece Card Game works, from your Leader and DON!! cards to a full turn, plus which starter decks to try and where to play in the UK.
Magic: The GatheringFriday Night Magic and Commander nights: what to expect
What happens at Friday Night Magic and Commander nights in UK shops, from finding an event near you to signing up, formats, prizes, etiquette and what to bring.
WarhammerGetting into Warhammer: a beginner's guide
New to Warhammer? Learn which game to start with, what you need, how a game works and how to find a friendly store or club near you in the UK.
D&D and RPGsHow to find a D&D group in the UK
How to find a Dungeons & Dragons group near you in the UK, from game shop nights and D&D Encounters to online tables, plus what to expect at your first session.