WoW Insiderhttp://wow.joystiq.comWoW Insiderhttp://wow.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gifWoW Insiderhttp://wow.joystiq.comen-usCopyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only.Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/WoW Insider ShowEvery week, the WoW Insider Show brings you news and views from the World of Warcraft and the site that covers it all, WoW Insider. We introduce a panel of rotating guests, including bloggers from WoW Insider and other WoW blogs, and many popular personalities from around the WoW community. From the live listener chat and polls during the show, to the emails direct from listeners (reach us at theshow@wow.com), right on to the "meat" of the show -- in-depth discussion of the most popular news and posts on WoW Insider -- the WoW Insider Show is a terrific source of news and entertainment about what's going on with Blizzard and their World of Warcraft. Listen live every Saturday at 3:30 pm Eastern on our Ustream page (http://www.ustream.tv/channel/wow-insider-show) or subscribe to the feed and let us know what you think by reviewing the show right here in iTunes.Cryptozoic announces Battle of the Aspects raid deckhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/cryptozoic-announces-battle-of-the-aspects-raid-deck/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/cryptozoic-announces-battle-of-the-aspects-raid-deck/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/cryptozoic-announces-battle-of-the-aspects-raid-deck/#commentsFiled under:

The WoW Trading Card Game just got a whole lot more epic with Battle of the Aspects, the newest raid deck that pits three or more players against an automated Deathwing, complete with heroic modes. Yes, you heard that right -- Deathwing in the Battle of the Aspects raid deck has varied levels of difficulty.

Raid decks allow players to take on the role of one of the four dragon aspects fighting against Deathwing. Each character has unique abilities and are displayed on oversized hero cards with (presumably) beautiful-as-always Cryptozoic art.

The coolest feature, in my opinion, is that Deathwing himself has different tentacles that you can add to the game that increase his power and the game's overall challenge. Cryptozoic promises that even veteran players will be up against the wall if they play on the hardest setting. There are even achievement cards that force you to change the rules or play the game differently in order to meet a new goal and still come out victorious. Suffice it to say, there's a lot of replayability.

Battle of the Aspects is part of the Aftermath block of the WoW TCG and will be launching in August for an MSRP of $30, with nine-card treasure packs for $6 each.

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]]>battle-of-the-aspectscryptozoictcgwowwow-tcgMathew McCurleyThu, 15 Mar 2012 12:00:00 ESTNew mounts, loot coming in Crown of the Heavens trading card expansionhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/new-mounts-loot-coming-in-crown-of-the-heavens-trading-card-exp/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/new-mounts-loot-coming-in-crown-of-the-heavens-trading-card-exp/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/new-mounts-loot-coming-in-crown-of-the-heavens-trading-card-exp/#commentsFiled under:

Cryptozoic's newest expansion for the WoW TCG, Crown of the Heavens, is a Hyjal-based return to the peaks of Kalimdor with satyrs, dryads, demons, ogres, and more monsters than you can comprehend. The Alliance and Horde represent with new allies and celebrities as well, but it is the monsters that take center stage in this mountaintop brawl.

With new trading card game expansions come new loot and mounts included as common, uncommon, and rare cards in expansion packs. The common loot card for Crown of the Heavens will be the Vicious Grell companion pet. This little satyr monster, who reminds me of key-toting Pusillin from Dire Maul, is a one-time use companion pet that can be given away to friends if you have an extra code. The uncommon loot card in the new set is the Magical Ogre Idol, which transforms the player into a two-headed red ogre mage for 5 minutes. The item has a 30-minute cooldown and reminds me of a fun archaeology find.

The rare loot card for Crown of the Heavens is the Corrupted Hippogryph, a ground or air mount that can be traded in game if you do not learn it yourself, much like the Spectral Tiger. The deep green hippogryph is going to be a rare find -- see how many you can spot after the TCG expansion launches on Feb. 7, 2012.

Gallery: Loot and mounts from WoW TCG: Crown of the Heavens


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]]>corrupted-hippogryphcrowncrown-of-the-heavensgrellgrell-companion-petgrell-mossheavenslootmagical-ogre-idolmountsnew-companion-petnew-mountsnew-petnew-petsnew-tcg-lootred-ogre-magetcg-lootwow-tcg-lootwowtcglootMathew McCurleyThu, 19 Jan 2012 15:00:00 ESTCryptozoic shows off new cards and artwork from Crown of the Heavenshttp://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/cryptozoic-shows-off-new-cards-and-artwork-from-crown-of-the-hea/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/cryptozoic-shows-off-new-cards-and-artwork-from-crown-of-the-hea/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/cryptozoic-shows-off-new-cards-and-artwork-from-crown-of-the-hea/#commentsFiled under:

Cryptozoic, makers of the WoW TCG, is showing off new cards, artwork, and game systems from the newest TCG expansion, Crown of the Heavens. This set prominently features Hyjal and its guardians, meaning lots of dryads, ogres, and satyrs and more demons than you can shake a stick at. A demon stick. Monsters are still the name of the game, however, since we're in the monster block.

Since Crown of the Heavens is a set based on Hyjal, there are bound to be a ton of familiar friendly (and not-so-friendly) faces showing up. What does that mean, you ask? It means awesome artwork done by Cryptozoic's amazing art team of some of your favorite characters.

First, you should see some of the awesome new demon and satyr cards coming with Crown of the Heavens. Cryptozoic had a really cool writeup about the new monster heroes coming in the new set, including a Daughter of Cenarius named Arisella and Iso'rath, servant of the Old Gods. How cool is that? You can play with Iso'rath as your monster hero.

Gallery: WoW TCG: Crown of the Heavens

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]]>card-game-lootcard-lootcrowncrown-of-the-heavenscryptozoicheavenslootwow-tcgwow-tcg-expansionwow-tcg-lootMathew McCurleyTue, 17 Jan 2012 20:00:00 ESTNew Eye of the Legion, Demon Hunter's Aspect are WoW TCG itemshttp://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-eye-of-the-legion-demon-hunters-aspect-are-wow-tcg-items/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-eye-of-the-legion-demon-hunters-aspect-are-wow-tcg-items/http://wow.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-eye-of-the-legion-demon-hunters-aspect-are-wow-tcg-items/#commentsFiled under: ,

Thanks to @Proenix00 on Twitter, we now know that the new Eye of the Legion pet and cosmetic item Demon Hunter's Aspect are rewards from the WoW TCG. Datamined from the new patch 4.3.2 files, these new items have been fueling some talk as to whether Mists of Pandaria would include more Legion-inspired antics or if the launch events leading up to the new expansion would be demonic in nature. The Feldrake mount does not appear in the list of items in the screenshot we have, but it could be possible that the Feldrake mount will get subbed in.

We do not yet know which TCG expansion that these items will be available in and whether or not the Feldrake is the equivalent to the Timewalkers Mount that is labelled [DNT] in the screenshot above. Hopefully, it will all be revealed to us soon. The Timewalkers Mount sounds to me like it might be more akin to the new chromatic dragon mount models found in the previous patch. At this point, we do not have concrete details.
Brace yourselves for what could be some of most exciting updates to the game recently with patch 4.3. Review the official patch notes, and then dig into what's ahead: new item storage options, cross-realm raiding, cosmetic armor skinning and your chance to battle the mighty Deathwing -- from astride his back!

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]]>burning-legiondemon-hunters-aspecteye-of-the-legionfeldrakelegionlootnew-mountspatch-4.3tcg-mounttcg-petworld-of-warcraft-patch-4.3wow-cardswow-patchwow-patch-4.3wow-patch-4.3-newswow-patch-newswow-tcg-lootwow-tcg-setMathew McCurleyThu, 05 Jan 2012 13:00:00 ESTCryptozoic's giving away mounts for the holidayshttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/28/cryptozoics-giving-away-mounts-for-the-holidays/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/28/cryptozoics-giving-away-mounts-for-the-holidays/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/28/cryptozoics-giving-away-mounts-for-the-holidays/#commentsFiled under:

Are you a fan of awesome in-game mounts from WoW TCG? Well, you should be, because it's awesome, and Cryptozoic is giving you a chance to win three different mounts from its new Facebook contest. Between now and Jan. 2, 2012, you can go to Cryptozoic's Facebook page, become a fan, and then Like, comment, and share the loot giveaway picture for your chance to win.

Up for grabs are the coveted Spectral Tiger mount, a Wooly White Rhino mount card, and the new Wasteland Tallstrider, one of the first new tallstrider mounts to be introduced to the game. Remember, you must become a fan of the WoW TCG on Facebook in order to be entered, as well as sharing, Liking, and commenting on the promotional picture. Good luck!

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]]>contestcryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentfacebookfacebook-contestmountsspectral-tigertcgtrading-card-gamewooly-white-rhinowow-tcgMathew McCurleyWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:00:00 ESTCryptozoic announces World of Warcraft: Clash of Champions deckbuilding gamehttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/01/cryptozoic-announces-world-of-warcraft-clash-of-champions-deckb/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/01/cryptozoic-announces-world-of-warcraft-clash-of-champions-deckb/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/12/01/cryptozoic-announces-world-of-warcraft-clash-of-champions-deckb/#commentsFiled under:

Cryptozoic, the creative minds behind the World of Warcraft Trading Card Game, have just announced a brand new WoW project called World of Warcraft: Clash of Champions. This stand-alone deck building card game pits players against famous raid bosses from WoW's history such as Ragnaros, Onyxia, and the Lich King while playing as some of Azeroth's greatest heroes. Thrall, Jaina, Varian, Garrosh, Sylvanas, and Magni Bronzebeard are all available for players to choose.

If you've never played a deck building card game, the general goal is to accumulate cards to build yourself a larger and more powerful deck of cards, allowing you more levels of control and strategy to defeat challenges that the game throws at you and to compete against your fellow players. You start off with a few cards and through various means purchase or earn cards to build your deck based on the decisions you make. Fans of the wonderful deck building game Dominion know the drill. Cryptozoic is adding a twist to the genre with the new ability for your hero to level up after a boss is defeated, granting new powers and abilities for your deck.

One of the best parts about deck building games is how easy it is to incorporate expansion packs, new factions, and heroes. Clash of Champions looks promising enough to become its own universe, infinitely expandable for all different types of playstyles.

World of Warcraft: Clash of Champions is coming in early 2012 and will retail for $44.99. Look for it soon.

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]]>clash-of-championscryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentdeckdeck-buildingdeck-building-gameworld-of-warcraft-clash-of-championswow-tcgMathew McCurleyThu, 01 Dec 2011 15:00:00 ESTWoW TCG: Fall 2011 Class Starter Decks available Dec. 6http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/11/03/wow-tcg-fall-2011-class-starter-decks-available-dec-6/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/11/03/wow-tcg-fall-2011-class-starter-decks-available-dec-6/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/11/03/wow-tcg-fall-2011-class-starter-decks-available-dec-6/#commentsFiled under:

Cryptozoic has announced the release date for the World of Warcraft Trading Card Game Fall 2011 Starter Decks. These decks will feature 10 unique heroes (five Horde and five Alliance) for players to collect and will be specially designed so that a new player can purchase a single deck and be ready to play.

Each deck will also contain a World of Warcraft in-game item (such as the Party G.R.E.N.A.D.E., the Spectral Kitten/Spectral Tiger Cub, or the Dragon Kite), a War of the Elements booster pack, and a reprint of a previous fan favorite card.

The decks are are projected to be available on Dec. 6, 2011, and will retail for around $10.99. For more information, visit Cryptozoic's website.

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]]>cryptozoicfall-2011starter-deckstcgworld-of-warcraft-tcgworld-of-warcraft-trading-card-gamewowwow-tcgwow-trading-card-gameChase HasbrouckThu, 03 Nov 2011 20:00:00 ESTNew Dungeon Decks for the WoW TCGhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/29/new-dungeon-decks-for-the-wow-tcg/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/29/new-dungeon-decks-for-the-wow-tcg/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/29/new-dungeon-decks-for-the-wow-tcg/#commentsFiled under:

Coming to a store near you this Nov. 15, Dungeon Decks will allow players of the WoW Trading Card Game to explore Shadowfang Keep, Scarlet Monastery, and The Deadmines and claim loot both in the form of loot cards and various items to use in the TCG as well.

You'll get to fight enemies like Lord Godfrey above, practicing his gun kata, or Scarlet Commander Mograine or even Vanessa VanCleef. Her father Edwin even makes an appearance, it seems. Check out the artwork gallery and read all about what's coming next month at the official WoWTCG site.

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]]>cryptozoicDeadminesEdwin-VancleefgodfreyLord-GodfreyScarlet-Commander-Mograinescarlket-monasteryShadowfang-keepVanessa-VanCleefwow-TCGwowtcgMatthew RossiSat, 29 Oct 2011 16:00:00 ESTCryptozoic announces new WoW card game Clash of Championshttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/25/cryptozoic-announces-new-wow-card-game-clash-of-champions/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/25/cryptozoic-announces-new-wow-card-game-clash-of-champions/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/10/25/cryptozoic-announces-new-wow-card-game-clash-of-champions/#commentsFiled under: ,

Cryptozoic Entertainment, which puts out the WoW Trading Card Game, has announced a new way for you to enjoy the Warcraft universe with Clash of Champions, a new deck-building card game. This game allows you to take on the role of a major hero of the Warcraft universe such as Thrall, Jaina, King Magni, Garrosh, or Varian Wrynn and fight monsters and epic bosses. As you fight, you level up, and you can add new abilities and loot to your card deck.

As you may expect from the basic outline of the rules, this will be a separate game from the TCG, with new rules and new ways to play, but it sounds like an epic playing experience and a fun way to battle with your favorite characters from the Warcraft mythos.

The new game is expected in spring 2012.

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]]>card-gameclash-of-championscryptozoicdeck-buildingdeckbuildingjaina-proudmooremagnimagni-bronzebeardtcgthrallvarian-wrynnwow-clash-of-championswow-tcgDaniel WhitcombTue, 25 Oct 2011 14:30:00 ESTWoW TCG: Throne of the Tides Alliance and Horde ally previewshttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/19/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-alliance-and-horde-ally-previews/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/19/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-alliance-and-horde-ally-previews/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/19/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-alliance-and-horde-ally-previews/#commentsFiled under:

The newest WoW TCG expansion, Aftermath: Throne of the Tides, isn't just about monsters like the naga, murlocs, and ogres. No sir, not at all. The Horde and the Alliance are both well represented in the coming card set, featuring new allies for both factions. As with all Cryptozoic card sets, the art for the cards is amazing and worth a look even if you aren't a die-hard TCG fan like so many are.

New Alliance allies are hitting the TCG, including Faithseer Jasmina, a Worgen priest with the ability to keep herself alive through preventing lots of damage, making Worgen one of the hardest races to take down in the card game. The other Alliance ally previewed is Mekkatorque, King of the Gnomes, who has the ability to reconstruct lost equipment during the game into strength for himself.

The new Horde allies hitting the battlefield include Alana the Woebringer, an Undead priest, and Lordann the Bloodreaver, a Blood Elf warrior. Alana the Woebringer has a dangerous ability that allows her to cut the opponent's deck in half at the start of each turn. She is a total deck destroyer, removing cards from the game until you bring her down. Lordann the Bloodreaver gets big bonuses for having your hero having lots of damage and will be especially useful with aggressive players.

Aftermath: Throne of the Tides will be released on Oct. 11.
Brace yourselves for what could be some of most exciting updates to the game recently with patch 4.3. Look at what's ahead: new item storage options, cross-realm raiding, cosmetic armor skinning and your chance to battle the mighty Deathwing -- from astride his back!

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]]>aftermathaftermath-throne-of-the-tidescard-gametcgThrone-of-the-tideswow-tcgMathew McCurleyMon, 19 Sep 2011 15:00:00 ESTWoW TCG: Throne of the Tides monster previewhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/09/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-monster-preview/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/09/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-monster-preview/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/09/09/wow-tcg-throne-of-the-tides-monster-preview/#commentsFiled under:

The World of Warcraft Trading Card Game is getting a monstrous new expansion set on Oct. 11, bringing new creatures such as the ogres, murlocs, and naga into the game as playable characters. Aftermath: Throne of the Tides is the first set in the Aftermath series, set after the Cataclysm and Deathwing's rage-fueled destruction across Azeroth. Matt Place, the head designer of WoW TCG and lead designer on Aftermath: Throne of the Tides, wrote up a comprehensive preview of the new mechanics and many new heroes coming with the newest set.

New monster heroes and allies will be given brand new rule sets that make them unique and fun, providing lots of flexibility for deck builders and new game play experiences. Monster allies, for instance, have no restrictions based on the hero that the deck is built around, giving them added flexibility. On the flipside, a monster hero deck featuring only monsters gets some cool benefits as well. Monster heroes each have a permanent power on the back of their cards.

The murlocs run in packs, granting each other bonuses that the others possess. I immediately thought back to my Magic: The Gathering days with the Slivers and was instantly excited, since the Slivers were some of the coolest creations in TCG history. The murlocs sound like they are going to be a numerous force at all times, swarming your opponent and building up lots of cool bonuses.

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]]>aftermathcryptozoicmonstersoftcgthethroneThrone-of-the-tidestidesworld-of-warcraft-tcgworld-of-warcraft-trading-card-gamewowwow-tcgwow-trading-card-gameMathew McCurleyFri, 09 Sep 2011 20:00:00 ESTWoW TCG Twilight of the Dragons expansion in stores nowhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/18/wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion-in-stores-now/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/18/wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion-in-stores-now/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/18/wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion-in-stores-now/#commentsFiled under: ,

If you're a fan of the WoW Trading Card Game -- and if you're not, you should be -- then head to your local purveyor of fine collectibles: The Twilight of the Dragons expansion is now available for sale. According to Blizzard:

WoW TCG: Twilight of the Dragons Now In Stores
Deathwing the Destroyer has arrived in the World of Warcraft Trading Card Game and he's brought both the Twilight and Black dragonflights with him. Tainted by corrupt magic before they were hatched, the Twilight dragons threaten to bring an age of darkness to the land. Unleash their fiery fury as you crack open packs of Twilight of the Dragons, in stores now.

Embrace the chaos and ally with Nefarian, Cho'gall, and Sinestra, or defend Azeroth against their assault by joining Thrall, Caelestrasz, Merithra, Arygos, Anachronos, and the elemental ascendants. In this time of great peril, will you join Deathwing's forces or defend against it? Choose your side and prepare for war!


Packs retail for $3.99 and contain 19 cards. Cryptozoic is also making an Epic Collection available, which includes six packs, a guaranteed loot card, five random foil Twilight of the Dragons heroes, a game mat, and some other goodies.

For those of you who are all about the loot cards, there are three in this set that you'll want to get your grubby little paws on: the Nightsaber Cub pet; the Fool's Gold item, which spawns a fake mining node that spawns temporary kobold pets; and the Amani Dragonhawk mount.

Gallery: Twilight of the Dragons Art Gallery

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]]>amani-dragonhawkdragonhawk-mountfools-goldnew-loot-cardsnew-tcg-expansionnightsaber-cubnightsaber-petWorld of Warcraft Trading Card Gameworldbreakerwow-tcg-lootwow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragonsFox Van AllenThu, 18 Aug 2011 18:00:00 ESTWoW TCG: Aftermath: Throne of the Tides adds monsters to the mixhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/05/wow-tcg-aftermath-throne-of-the-tides-adds-monsters-to-the-mix/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/05/wow-tcg-aftermath-throne-of-the-tides-adds-monsters-to-the-mix/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/05/wow-tcg-aftermath-throne-of-the-tides-adds-monsters-to-the-mix/#commentsFiled under:

As the Worldbreaker series comes to an end, we now turn to the aftermath of Deathwing's destructive awakening into Azeroth and the continued battle against the elements and the Twilight Hammer Cult. The newest WoW TCG expansion, Aftermath: Throne of the Tides, puts players in control of murloc, naga, and ogre heroes as exciting new additions to the WoW TCG hero lineup.

Playing as some of the more monstrous races in the World of Warcraft universe is pretty cool, with all new keywords and abilities to take advantage of during gameplay. In addition, Throne of the Tides has been built from the ground up to be a smoother draft and sealed play experience, preparing even the newest players for fun, engaging tournament play. Read on to learn about the Epic Collection and the new in-game goodies that await TCG fans.

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]]>cryptocryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentepic-collectionheroeslootLoot-Cardloot-cardsmurlocnaganeptulonogreplainstridetcgtcg-lootthrone-of-the-tidesworldbreakerwow-tcg-lootMathew McCurleyFri, 05 Aug 2011 20:00:00 ESTCryptozoic and the WoW TCG at Gen Con 2011http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/03/cryptozoic-and-the-wow-tcg-at-gen-con-2011/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/03/cryptozoic-and-the-wow-tcg-at-gen-con-2011/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/08/03/cryptozoic-and-the-wow-tcg-at-gen-con-2011/#commentsFiled under:

From Aug. 4 through Aug. 7, Cryptozoic Entertainment will be hosting the Darkmoon Faire Indianapolis at Gen Con Indianapolis 2011. Players can check out the newest WoW TCG sets, learn from the Cryptozoic pros, compete in a beginner's tournament, and challenge Alexstrasza to become a Dragonslayer. Class starter decks for the WoW TCG will also be on sale at a discount at Gen Con and you can check out board game demos as well.

If you're going to be at Gen Con Indianapolis 2011, check out Cryptozoic and the WoW TCG at booth #1749. Cryptozoic loves to teach the WoW TCG to new players and is really welcoming when it comes to learning about the game. You'll have a blast. See if you can try out the Assault on Icecrown Citadel four-player game while you're there. Our own Mike Sacco loved it.

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]]>alexstraszaconcryptozoicgengencongencon-2011tcgwowwow-tcgMathew McCurleyWed, 03 Aug 2011 20:00:00 ESTCryptozoic and KONAMI team up for WoW TCG launch in Japanhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/06/21/cryptozoic-and-konami-team-up-for-wow-tcg-launch-in-japan/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/06/21/cryptozoic-and-konami-team-up-for-wow-tcg-launch-in-japan/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/06/21/cryptozoic-and-konami-team-up-for-wow-tcg-launch-in-japan/#commentsFiled under: ,

The World of Warcraft Trading Card game, published by Cryptozoic Entertainment, is about to make another splash in global circles. KONAMI, long known for a lengthy list of video game titles as well as the popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, has obtained exclusive rights from Cryptozoic Entertainment to distribute the World of Warcraft TCG in Japan. This marks the first Japanese version of the Warcraft TCG; booster packs and two types of the Class Starter Decks will be available for purchase in Japan this fall.

But KONAMI's not just stopping at distributing the cards. They'll also be hosting a variety of different activities for WoW TCG enthusiasts. Players can look forward to arranged ranked matches, national tournaments, and qualifying rounds for the World of Warcraft TCG World Championships as well. Check after the break for the full press release from KONAMI and Cryptozoic.

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WoW InsiderCryptozoic and KONAMI team up for WoW TCG launch in Japan originally appeared on WoW Insider on Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>cryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentKonamiWorld-of-Warcraft-TCGWorld-of-Warcraft-Trading-Card-Gamewow-tcgwow-trading-card-gameyu-gi-ohAnne StickneyTue, 21 Jun 2011 09:00:00 ESTOfficial trading card art gallery updatedhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/11/official-trading-card-art-gallery-updated/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/11/official-trading-card-art-gallery-updated/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/11/official-trading-card-art-gallery-updated/#commentsFiled under: , ,

I've always been a huge fan of game art in all its forms -- the walls of my house are literally covered in framed game posters, instruction booklets, and fan art. That, in part, is why I was so glad to see Blizzard update its Trading Card Game art gallery today with 10 new pieces of art.

Whether you play the card game or not, the (now) 40-piece WoW TCG gallery is definitely worth taking a look at. This update includes Booty Bay denizen Landro Longshot, a gnome impaling an orc, and (ever a fan favorite) scantily clad women holding weapons.

Gallery: WoW TCG: Featured Art

Landro LongshotEarthbind TotemGalway SteamwhistleNoggenfogger ElixirRetribution Aura

World of Warcraft: Cataclysm has destroyed Azeroth as we know it; nothing is the same! In WoW Insider's Guide to Cataclysm, you can find out everything you need to know about WoW's third expansion, from leveling up a new goblin or worgen to breaking news and strategies on endgame play.

WoW InsiderOfficial trading card art gallery updated originally appeared on WoW Insider on Wed, 11 May 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>blizzard-artblizzard-art-gallerygame-arttrading-card-gametrading-card-game-art-gallerywarcraft-artwow-artwow-tcgwow-trading-card-gamewowtcgwowtcg-card-artwowtcg-cardsFox Van AllenWed, 11 May 2011 17:00:00 ESTWin a WoW TCG War of the Elements Epic Collection from WoW Insiderhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/10/win-a-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-epic-collection-from-wow-insid/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/10/win-a-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-epic-collection-from-wow-insid/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/10/win-a-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-epic-collection-from-wow-insid/#commentsFiled under:

The World of Warcraft Trading Card Game's Worldbreaker block continues this month with War of the Elements, bringing the four Elemental Lords, two dragon aspects, more worgen and goblin characters, and all-new loot into play. Today, Cryptozoic Entertainment releases the War of the Elements Epic Collection, a premium package containing:
  • 6 War of the Elements booster packs
  • 1 War of the Elements playmat and deckbox
  • Collectible storage box with class dividers
  • 1 Landro's Lichling loot card
  • War of the Elements visual pocket guide
  • 5 random foil War of the Elements heroes
And Cryptozoic has given us 12 of them to give away to our readers! For a chance to win a War of the Elements Epic Collection, all you have to do is comment on this post between now and Friday, May 13 at 11:59 p.m. EST. When the contest ends, we'll choose 12 winners at random.

There are some rules, of course: you must be 18 years of age or older and a legal resident of the United States or Canada (excluding Quebec). You may only enter once; multiple entries will disqualify you. And you must have a valid email address attached to your commenting profile, or we won't be able to get hold of you if you win. Full giveaway rules are here.

Be sure to follow the WoW TCG on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook!

WoW InsiderWin a WoW TCG War of the Elements Epic Collection from WoW Insider originally appeared on WoW Insider on Tue, 10 May 2011 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>al-akiralakircontestcontestscryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentelemental-lordsepic-collectiongiveawaygiveawaysKalecgosneptulonNozdormuragnarossweepstakestcgtherazanetrading-card-gamewar-of-the-elementswowwow-tcgwow-trading-card-gameMichael SaccoTue, 10 May 2011 10:30:00 ESTWoW TCG art gallery updatedhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/02/wow-tcg-art-gallery-updated/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/02/wow-tcg-art-gallery-updated/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/05/02/wow-tcg-art-gallery-updated/#commentsFiled under:

Do you love absolutely awesome art? Good news! Blizzard has updated the World of Warcraft Trading Card Game art gallery. The folks at Cryptozoic have some amazing artists putting out gorgeous character pieces and card art. Of this batch, I am particularly in love with the art of Myzrael, the titan watcher and princess of the earth.

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WoW InsiderWoW TCG art gallery updated originally appeared on WoW Insider on Mon, 02 May 2011 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>blizzardtcgtrading-card-gametrading-game-art-gallerywowwow-tcgMathew McCurleyMon, 02 May 2011 20:00:00 ESTCryptozoic announces WoW TCG Twilight of the Dragons expansionhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/25/cryptozoic-announces-wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/25/cryptozoic-announces-wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/25/cryptozoic-announces-wow-tcg-twilight-of-the-dragons-expansion/#commentsFiled under:

WoW Trading Card Game fans are about to get really excited, as Cryptozoic has just released details on the third installment of the Worldbreaker set, Twilight of the Dragons. From the details released, this set will be Deathwing's break into Azeroth, releasing the Twilight dragonflight upon us all. Hit the jump for all the details and an awesome artwork gallery.

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WoW InsiderCryptozoic announces WoW TCG Twilight of the Dragons expansion originally appeared on WoW Insider on Mon, 25 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>amani-dragonhawkcard-gamecard-mountcryptozoicdeathwingdragonsfools-goldlootloot-codeloot-codesofseriously-how-awesome-is-their-card-artsinestratcgthetwilighttwilight-of-the-dragonsunbelievable-wow-artworld-breakerworldbreakerwowwow-tcgwow-tcg-lootMathew McCurleyMon, 25 Apr 2011 20:00:00 ESTOfficial WoW TCG War of the Elements card, loot information releasedhttp://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/08/official-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-card-loot-information-rele/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/08/official-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-card-loot-information-rele/http://wow.joystiq.com/2011/04/08/official-wow-tcg-war-of-the-elements-card-loot-information-rele/#commentsFiled under:

We've seen the leaks and the datamined information, but it's all official now -- Cryptozoic has released the WoW TCG card and loot information for the next expansion to the Worldbreaker set, War of the Elements.

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WoW InsiderOfficial WoW TCG War of the Elements card, loot information released originally appeared on WoW Insider on Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]>akiralal-akirassault-on-icecrown-citadelcryptozoiccryptozoic-entertainmentelementsfoolsfools-goldgoldicecrown-raidicecrown-raid-deckjainalandroslandros-lichlinglichlinglootloot-cardloot-cardsneptulonofragnarosrapMathew McCurleyFri, 08 Apr 2011 14:30:00 EST