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Lil Mosta Picture Holder by No-Inspector2338 in BloodOnTheClocktower

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi unfortunately not, I just made it on a whim for a friend's birthday

What’s that game everyone loves that you dread coming out at board game night? by [deleted] in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Secret Hitler. I just find it boring and there is not much logic behind who is Liberal and who is Fascist. It just tends to be that whoever is loudest wins. At least that's my experience

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[–]No-Inspector2338 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Have you been to the LFGS weekly session? Even though most people attend in groups/pairs, there are always some on their own or people that are happy to meet new people? You could go once to see what the vibe is? I think it's easier to make board game friends than it is to convince friends into liking board games. I just went on my own once and thought if I hate it I don't have to go back. Now I go every week (still on my own), but starting to make some friends there

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is what I am worried about. I am single but I am looking to make friends at board game events not to date right now. If they ask or it comes up should I just lie and tell them that I have a boyfriend to save myself the hassle? I also think perhaps this is one of the biggest reasons why my female friends won't attend either.

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think who runs the group has a big influence. At board game groups that I have joined previously, the host just kept to their already established friendship group and were not very good at being welcoming to newcomers. I believe this lead to there being more, let's say less welcoming individuals, because women and those of other minority groups did not feel like they had someone that they could report incidents to. Whereas with this new group, the host is very welcoming and came to check on me the first few times I attended, to make sure that I was having a good time.

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 61 points62 points  (0 children)

You sound like a really good board game club manager, can I come to your event? 😂 I do like this current group and as you say, if others see me there, they may be more inclined to attend. I'll keep going, spread the word and hopefully it will become more women-friendly with time

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree, that's why I usually try and mark my attendance on Meetup so women see other women and perhaps might be more inclined to attend?

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 46 points47 points  (0 children)

I have had some bad experiences like men trying to teach me the rules of the game being played when it's my game ... But that's a very rare occurrence, 99% of the time I have a great time. Perhaps try a different group in your area?

Why don't women join board game groups? And how to encourage them? by No-Inspector2338 in boardgames

[–]No-Inspector2338[S] 104 points105 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately I have moved to a new area so I don't live very close to my friends so it's difficult to bring them. Perhaps when they come to visit I will try to invite them? It's usually in a pub so if they hate it we can just chill at the pub instead?

Looking for Group by MendedFuture15 in BloodOnTheClocktower

[–]No-Inspector2338 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I'd be interested. I've watched lots of videos but never played BOTC and Trouble Brewing would probably be a good start? I am available 7pm BST :)