LOCAL COMIC BOOK ARTIST NEEDS YOUR HELP!
Working on Kickstarter to Fund His First Independent Project!
Local artist Clint Hilinski has decided to try and fund his first creator owned comic book project via Kickstarter! He’s an exceptionally talented, cool cat sort of guy and really deserves a chance to start up his own project! We’re asking you to help in a couple of ways:
1) If you can, please make a donation (he’s got some reslly great premiums!) and 2) Please help spread the word about this project in any way you can! Here’s a brief description of his project in his own words: “Pirate Queen is the story of Ava Bloodstone, captain of the Star Raider and her crew of space pirates. A motley crew of scoundrels and cutthroats headed up by her second in command, Zora Astra. Our story starts out with Ava trying to fleece another crew of alien pirates of their recently stolen treasure but when the aliens discover Ava’s plans she quickly finds herself on the ships plank hovering precariously above the alien desert floor thousands of feet below. I’m really looking forward to getting to work on this project. It will be my first creator owned book and I need all the help I can get. I’ve worked as an artist in comics for the last 17 years on projects as big as the Justice League for DC to as fun as drawing the Greatest American Hero comic. A show that I was a huge fan of as a kid. Other projects I’ve worked on include GI Joe, Voltron, Lady Death, Kiss, Xena Warrior Princess, Youngblood, and many others. But this one I may be even more excited about. All money raised for the project will go directly into production of the series. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!“
CHECK IT OUT AT:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1896786551/pirate-queen-of-the-star-raider?ref=live
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| NEW AT THE SOURCE THIS WEEK!
Hawkeye #1
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L5R CCG Event ‘A BRAVE NEW WORLD’ Strategic L5R Game
Saturday – August 4th – 1PM Start – Source Comics & Games
Format: 40/40 EE, Strategic – Entry: Free, Free, Free Strategic L5R is a combination of the CCG with strategic maneuvering, conflict and diplomacy involving many players on a map representing the New Colonies. Each player assumes the role of one of three Generals for a Great Clan Faction, playing out individual battles (single and multiplayer) with their decks. There is a limit of three Generals for a specific clan. Interested players should make their clan requests to dumez23@netscape.net. Clans with less than three Generals will be allied with other clans to form a Faction of three Generals. There is a limit of 27 total players. Proxies for TSE, the nine FL Naga promo items and ‘Interruption’ fromThe War of Spirits will be allowed for this event. Proxies must be full text (flavor text exempt) and legible to other players. Full card text can be found on the AEG website – www.L5R.com
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THE SOURCE IS BUYING MAGIC THE GATHERING!
Simple Offer for Your Extra Commons & Uncommons
 Starting today, the Source is buying any bulk MTG commons & uncommons. Here’s the dealio: We are buying bulk by the inch! We will take commons & uncommons and pay you .25c per inch! So, for example, if you bring in 10 inches of commons and/or uncommons and we’ll give you $2.50 for the stack! This is a limited time deal and given the flood we’re expecting, it probably won’t last for long! So don’t wait!
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or Call 763.755.8686
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CTHULHU 500 CARD GAME
By Master Game Designer Jeff Tidball!
Cthulhu 500 is a motor racing-themed card game designed by Jeff Tidball based on H. P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu Mythos. The game was released by Atlas Games won the Origins Awards for Best Traditional C  ard Game. Players compete by racing Cthulhoid vehicles (such as the Sports Cthutility Vehicle or the Car of Cthulhu) and take turns either upgrading the vehicle or pit crew, or attempting to overtake the car in front. Once a player reaches the front of the pack, that player may attempt to overtake the rearmost vehicle and thereby gain a lap. The player with the most laps when the checkered flag card is drawn wins; in case of a tie, the front-most of the tying vehicles wins. The last-place finisher is the loser. This great game along with thousands of other is available at the Source right now!
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MINIATURE PAINTING LESSONS AT THE SOURCE
Free Series of Lessons! – FREE! - All Skill Levels Welcome! Local uber award winning miniature painter/art instructor/teacher Michael Bedard will be conducting an informal series of lessons  regarding how to prep, paint & display figures. You’re invited to attend! Bring your enthusiasm, figures and painting supplies and we’ll figure out the rest later! The free lessons take place at the Source every 3rd Sunday of the month starting at 1:30PM. Here’s agenral outline of the planned topics:
Week 1 – Preping the figure (Metal, Resin, Plastic)
Week 2 – Blocking in Colors – Underpainting
Week 3 – Highlights & Shadows – Acrylics
Week 4 – Highlights & Shadows – Oil
Week 5 – Details
Week 6 – Mounting & Displaying (Groundwork +)
The Details
* Free paint instructionals at the Source.
* Third Sunday of Every Month Starting at 1:30 PM
* Free! All Skill Levels Welcome!
* Come and Go As you Please!
For More Info:
Contact Michael Bedard at mdbedard@usfamily.net or call 651.459.8374 |
| NEW THIS WEEK AT THE SOURCE
First X-Men #1
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NOW AVAILABLE AT THE SOURCE!
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NOW AVAILABLE AT THE SOURCE
By Atlas Games
Uncover a murder most foul by revealing six story elements that together describe the deadly deed and spell the word MURDER. But take care that your opponents can’t do the same — take their letters, counter their actions, or call on a waiting Crow to influence the murder before they do! At any moment a well-played card can shift the balance and seal someone’s fate. This great game along with thousands of other is available at the Source right now!
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U.S.S. NOKOMIS STAR TREK FAN CLUB
Awesome Spaghetti Social!
From our good friends at the U.S.S. Nokomis Star Trek Fan Club “We’re having our annual Spaghetti Social on Saturday,  September 22, 2012 from 6PM to 6PM at the Moose Lodge located at 5927 Concord Boulevard in Invergrove Heights, MN 55076 . It’s fund raising event ($12.00 per person) for one of the longest running clubs of its type in America and we hope you can join for a good old fashioned time!” Furthermore “We have been active in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, science fiction community for more than 20 years. For us, Star Trek is a starting point to launch friendships. We take our common interest in the show and optimism in our future and apply it to the world around us. Whether it’s attending our regular meetings, participating in a community service project, or socializing at one of our parties or campouts, the Nokomis can be as much as you want to make it.” Take it from us…last year this event was a ton of fun and a great opportunity to support a great club and have a good time! We hope to see you there!
For More Info or Tickets (Also Available at the Door):
http://www.ussnokomis.org/m5/index.php
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NEW AT THE SOURCE THIS WEEK!
Detective Comics #12
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FAMILY BOARD NIGHT AT THE SOURCE
2nd Saturday of Each Month – FREE!
Hosted by our very own Travis, Holly & Patrick, the Source is pleased to announce that we have regulary scheduled Family Board  Night at the Source for every 2nd Saturday of each month. The idea is simple, bring up any board game you want to play starting at 7PM. All types of board games, players, skill levels, ages (children under 18 must be with a parent) and interests are welcome! The start time for each GamePalooza is 6PM. After 9PM, you’re welcome to bring any food items for yourself or to share with the group (beverages are restricted to those purchased at the Source). Our first couple of Game Nights have been reallly fun and well attended! Keep in mind it’s a first come, first served event. Something for everyone and everyone welcome! For more info call Patrick at the Source 651.645.0386
Next Date: Saturday August 11 – 2012 – 6PM to Midnight
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CRYPTICON MINNEAPOLIS
The Upper Midwest’s Nightmare Before Halloween
The Mad Monster Party returns for a 7th show! We will still be at the Double Tree by Hilton in Bloomington, but the new dates are  September 28, 29 & 30th, 2012. Mark your calendars! Last year we made Friday our paranormal night and added our 1st Film Festival competition and had great success. We will be bringing back those events and adding more! Check back often for new guests and new developments. For More Information about this really fun event: www.crypticonminneapolis.com
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NEW AT THE SOURCE!
Reprinted Advenaced D&D Manuals!
In 1974, the world changed forever when Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson introduced the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game. The legacy of their innovative ideas and the extensive reach of their powerful influence can be seen in virtually every facet of gaming today. To help honortheir work and their memory, Wizards has created limited-edition reprints of the original 1st Edition core rulebooks: the Monster Manual, Player’s Handbook, andDungeon Master’s Guide. These premium versions of the original AD&D rulebooks have been lovingly reprinted with the original art and content, but feature an attractive new cover design commemorating this re-release. Your purchase of these monumental books helps support the Gygax Memorial Fund – established to immortalize the “Fathers of Roleplaying Games” with a Gygax memorial statue in Lake Geneva, WI. This along with thousands of other games are available right now at the Source!
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NEW AT THE SOURCE THIS WEEK!
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THE POKEMON LEAGUE AT THE SOURCE
Every Saturday From 10AM to 1PM
One of our best and longest running game groups at the Source is our Pokemon  League. It’s run and maintained by the mighty Raymond Steinke II. The Pokemon league welcomes all players, all skill levels and is reallly a ton of fun to participate in! So much so that many of the parents of our players have gotten involved. Honestly, if you’re thinking about you or someone you know trying out Pokemon, this is the place to do it! Everyone is welcome!
Pokemon Facebook Page:
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PATHFINDER GOING STRONG AT THE SOURCE!
Sundays – 12PM
Pathfinder is going strong at the Source! Led  by Jon Lamkin a group has taken the initiative to start up our very own homegrown version of the Pathfinder Society. This, of course, features RPG cenarios, player rewards (TBA) and good old fashioned fun based on the red hot Pathfinder RPG by Paizo Publishing. All that is required is your very own copy of the core book and your boundless enthusiasm! All players and skill levels are welcome! For more info harass Jon at jonflamkin@gmail.com
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 For more information: fridgedoor@hotmail.com
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DRAWERBOXES – 1ST CLASS COMIC BOOK STORAGE!
Available in Long, Short & Mag/CGC Versions Versions at the Source!
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MILITARY MINIATURE MONDAY NIGHTS – 6PM!
Hosted By Jim, Todd and our very own Bob!
You’re invited to participate to growing, regularly scheduled event, here at the Source Comics & Games. Every Monday night  a group of dedicated military miniatures game players assemble for a night of comradery, revelry and table top miniature fun! Themes change week to week and they’re open to game suggestions as well. Bring your stuff if you have any, if you don’t, show up anyway and we’ll get you in the game. All players and skill levels are welcome! Here’s the general schedule for the next upcoming few weeks.For More Info: fitzg037@umn.edu |
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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS ENCOUNTERS @ SOURCE!
Wednesdays at the Source Starting at 6PM – FREE!
Hosted by our very own Burl Zorn, the Wednesday nights  feature Elder Elemental Eye setting. We do one encounter every evening. All you need to play is dice. We also supply characters and a super fun environment! All skill levels and players are welcome! For more info contact Burl at 651.645.0386 |
GAMES WORKSHOP EVENT DAYS AT THE SOURCE
All Players & Skill Levels Are Welcome!
Saturday – August 11th – 2012 – 10AM Start
Apocalypse Games will played on the large sand table and will take all participants. Bring any size army 500 points-2500 points. The Bedab War is a civil war between several Space Marine chapters in the 41st millennium. Perhaps you’s seen Huron Blackheart in the Chaos Space Marines Codex, it is his story we will be fighting. Scenario specific information will be e-mailed out! Open tables for any 40K/Fantasy players to battle one on one!
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CLASSIC MOVIE OF THE WEEK!
Final Countdown – 1980
In 1980, the assistant of the Department of Defense Warren Lasky is assigned by his mysterious chief Richard Tideman to visit the aircraft carrier USS Nimtz commanded by Capt. Matthew Yelland as an observer of the routines. Lasky finds that Wing Commander Richard T. Owens has a great knowledge of history. Out of the blue, the vessel faces a weird storm and they find that they have traveled back in time to the eve of the attack of Pearl Harbor on 06 December 1941. When the two Japanese Zeros attack the motorboat of Senator Samuel Chapman, the crew of the Nimitz rescues the senator and his assistant Laurel Scott. But sooner Lasky learns that the senator had disappeared on that day and Capt. Matthew Yelland is planning to attack the Japanese. Will these actions create a time paradox
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MISFITS OF GAMING AT THE SOURCE!
Each month, Misfits of Gaming meets at a pre-arranged location for board games, card games, RPGs, and just about any other kind of game we can get our hands on. We can work together towards putting on a great presence at CONvergence as well as keep ourselves abreast of the latest and greatest developments in our hobby. The club plans to meet on the second Sunday of every month at the Source from 12PM to 5ish. Please feel free to e-mail Elliot James at gaming@geekpartnership.org if you have any questions!
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TIM’S BACK ISSUE CORNER NEWS & NOTES!
News & Notes Regarding Back Issue Activity at the Source!
 Greetings from Tim’s corner!
Wow what a busy summer, new store, events, conventions, lots going on. And a steady supply of comics into the drawers. From our inventory, I put out titles from One through Political Power. From collections, I put out some early Fables up to issue 30, Defenders 15-30, Devil Dinosaur, Duck Tales, old Elric, Elvira (Mistress of the Dark), some Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze) vol1, a bunch of Dark Horse Godzilla comics, and a bunch of Mars Attacks comics. Stay cool, and happy hunting. Tim
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MAGIC THE GATHERING AT THE SOURCE!
Tuesday, Friday & Special Event Schedule!
Tuesday Night Magic at the Source! Lots of great tournaments are coming up this Fall at the Source. We are now running Friday Night Magic every Friday night so you don’t have to travel far anymore for chance at those exclusive foil prizes.
TUESDAY NIGHT MAGIC AT THE SOURCE
Tuesday – July 31st – Booster Draft – 5:30PM – $15.00
Tuesday, – August 7th – Standard – 5:30PM – $5.00
Tuesday – August 14th – Booster Draft – 5:30PM – $15.00
Tuesday, – August 21st – Standard – 5:30PM – $5.00
Tuesday – August 28th – Booster Draft – 5:30PM – $15.00
FNM @ Source – Sign up begins at 5PM – Space Limited!
Friday – August 3rd – Standard – 6PM Start – $5.00
Friday – August 10th – Booster Draft – 6PM Start – $15.00
Friday – August 17th – Standard – 6PM Start – $5.00
Friday – August 24th – Booster Draft – 6PM Start – $15.00
Friday – August 31st – Standard – 6PM Start – $5.00
MAGIC CORE 2012 GAME DAY
Saturday – August 4th – 11AM – Standard – $10.00
MAGIC CELEBRATION
Duel of the Planeswalker 2012
September 8th – 2012 – 11AM Start
- Free Mini Masters Tournament (While Supplies Last)
- Booster Drafts
- 12PM to 6PM Sit & Go 8 Player Drafts
Sign Up Now! Everyone is Welcome!
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WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT AND INPUT!
As your local comic book and game retailer of choice, we hope you know how much we appreciate your support. We’re proud to be part of your community and welcome you to ours! We’re always happy to receive your suggestions, comments, constructive criticism or compliments! Please feel free to contact us at anytime!
SOURCE COMICS & GAMES
2057 Snelling Ave North
Roseville, Minnesota 55113
651.645.0386
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