19: Musical Traits ft Xander Tabler

Summary In this episode, BananaCrapshoot and Mr. Ben interview Xander Tabler from Fantasy Flight Games about Star Wars Unlimited. They discuss Xander's role at FFG. They also talk about the Star Wars Unlimited Roadshow and the upcoming webcam league. Xander shares his favorite thing about working at FFG and his vision for the Star Wars Unlimited community. They highlight the positive aspects of the online community and discuss areas for improvement, such as being mindful of new players and avoiding exclusive inside jokes. They encourage new players to engage with the community and find creators who can help them learn the game. The conversation covers various topics related to Star Wars Unlimited, including playing unconventional cards and combos, exploring different playstyles, the excitement of opening packs, drafting and choosing leaders, getting stores and communities on board, continuing social media engagement, engaging with the community, celebrating the Star Wars podcasting anniversary, and closing remarks. Takeaways Xander Tabler is the Community Engagement Specialist for Fantasy Flight Games and works with the community and content creators to support Star Wars Unlimited. The Star Wars Unlimited Roadshow, organized by Cascade Games, allows players to demo the game and participate in events at local stores. Xander's favorite thing about working at FFG is the passionate and supportive community, both within FFG and among players. The ideal Star Wars Unlimited community is diverse in viewpoints and approaches to the game, with space for competitive players, casual players, and collectors. The online Star Wars Unlimited community has been understanding, accepting of new ideas, and has a great sense of humor. Areas for improvement in the community include being mindful of new players and avoiding exclusive inside jokes. New players can engage with the community by joining live streams, participating in community groups, and finding creators who align with their interests. Don't be afraid to play unconventional cards and combos that you enjoy, even if others may not be impressed. Explore different playstyles and find ways to beat popular strategies with your own unique approach. The experience of opening packs and playing with real cards is exciting and memorable. Drafting and choosing leaders at the beginning of a draft adds a fun and strategic element to the game. Provide stores and communities with information about the game and its organized play structure to get them on board. FFG plans to continue engaging with the community through regular social media posts and live streams. FFG is committed to supporting the game and the community, learning from past mistakes, and providing a positive experience for players. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Star Wars podcasting on February 7th. Xander Tabler signs off with the message 'We'll see you in the arenas.'