Welcome back to the Devon Dice Podcast! In Episode 144, Joel is joined by Nick for a newsy roundup packed with convention updates, hot crowdfunding campaigns, and some big stories shaking up the board gaming world. Plus, they share what’s been on their tables recently—including Vantage, Star Trek: Captain’s Chair, and Flash Point: Legacy of Flame.ConventionsFox & Hounds board game weekend – 17th – 19th OctoberHotel rooms sold out A few day/weekend tickets are still available?…Ocean City Games Expo – 25th OctoberNewsBrass: Pittsburgh announcedMicroMacro: Crime City gets a very nice iOS & android digital releaseDevir’s Ace of Spades controversy on “slave owner + slave” artwork, and Devir’s responseCGE’s Codenames: Back to Hogwarts causes community backlash against J.K.Rowling, and CGE’s responseCMON losses could reach $8mIs Wallace Designs also in a bit of financial trouble?CrowdfundingKickstarterThe Game MakersArt Society: Deluxe + Expansion