4/03/03 - Latest News

Fan Response to EA's Two Towers
Luthien @ 11:23 pm EST

Gaming fan Ian writes in to share his thoughts on Electronic Art's Two Towers for PS2, as well as his hopes for the upcoming RotK edition! Recently tried out the game yourself and have your own opinion? Let us know what you thought about it at Havens@TheOneRing.net. [More]

A Very Special Gaming Havens Exclusive
SauronsWrath @ 10:32 pm EST

What could be better than a brand spanking new Scenario for the Lord of the Rings Tabletop Battle Game starring Gamling the Old? Well what if it included an exclusive Interview with the man himself: Bruce Hopkins? That's right, take a read through this special dual feature Interview and Scenario! [More]

INTERVIEW: Neil Young on Return of the King!
Flinch @ 12:59 am EST

The week following the 2003 TORn Oscar Party I had the privledge to visit EA's HQ in San Francisco, CA. Among the amazing things I was shown while there, I also had the honor of meeting Producer Neil Young, who was also among those responsible for Action Game of the Year: The Two Towers. Take a read through our interview and find out what to expect from the Return of the King Video Game! [More]

3/27/03 - Latest News

EA's 'ROTK' Game Details?
Xoanon @ 1:06 pm EST

Chnev sends in one of these 'I heard from a guy who is working on this...' type rumor. If it pans out it could be quite cool, who knows. Take a look at what he has to say about the possible details from EA's ROTK Game! [More]

3/25/03 - Latest News

DGMA: Setting a NEW Standard!
Lao_of_Gondor @ 9:13 pm EST

The DGMA - The Decipher Games Management Authority - has created a new format of play for the LotR TCG: STANDARD Format. Starting April 15th, 2003 - 15 cards will be placed on a restricted list - as they have been categorized as being too powerful and negatively impacting the overall game. [MORE]

THE NINE ARE COMING!
Lao_of_Gondor @ 1:55 pm EST

Decipher's FIERCE Black Rider Tour has begun. On March 23rd, the Nine Decipherians have set out upon their mission: To visit a store near you. Read on and learn more about the tour, how you can meet and challenge a Black Rider in a Bounty Tournament, win incredible prizes and collect the limited edition ALTERNATE IMAGE FOIL Black Rider Trading Card - exclusively created for the Fierce Black Rider Tour! [MORE]

3/18/03 - Latest News

Lord of the Rings: RPG 101
Lao_of_Gondor @ 8:47 pm EST

Hey gang! Lao of Gondor here. I am thrilled to finally bring you...Lord of the Rings RPG 101: An in-depth look at Decipher's incredible RPG system, why you should try it and how incredibly easy it is to play and learn!

In my opinion, the LOTR RPG is by far the most impressive RPG I have ever played. I highly recommend picking up any of the resource materials I have listed in the later portion of this article. They are well worth it. Enjoy! [MORE]

3/17/03 - Latest News

The Fire Warriors are coming!
Flinch @ 7:18 pm EST

Fans of the Warhammer 40,000 series will be doing back flips soon as Fire Warrior nears release. Based on the Tau race and the Warriors of their Fire Cast, Fire Warrior is a First Person Shooter for the PC and Playstation 2. We'll have all the latest for you on this, and all fantasy gaming, as it develops. [FireWarrior.com]

Sneak Peak at new GW Miniatures
Flinch @ 6:54 pm EST

Games-Workshop.com just put up this small gallery of some very sought after characters. Among these is the jaw droppingly beautiful Radagast the Brown, as well as Tomb Bombadil! Check it out! [More]

3/16/03 - Latest News

Polls come and Polls go
Flinch @ 9:09 pm EST

Looks like fans of the Lord of the Rings Tabletop Battle game are dying to see Aragorn in Gondorian Armor... I mean who isn't! Among those desired were also the Fell Beast, and the other Ents. Now we ask: Which character would you like to see in their own solo adventure? Vote now!

SCENARIO: The Pond of Fire
SauronsWrath @ 8:45 pm EST

The flicker of distant fire danced on the horizon of the plains of Rohan as the Royal Guard moved at a quickened pace. Theodar, Captain of the Guard rushes to the defense of a Rohirrim family under attack by Saruman's forces. With his eldest son Theodur at his side, he and the Rohan Royal Guard rush to their rescue. Will the Holstrom Family survive the assault of the Dunlending onslaught? That is left to fate! [More]

REVIEW: Codex: Daemonhunters
Flinch @ 6:10 am EST

For fans of Warhammer 40,000 the Inquisitors have been nothing but a rumor, a whisper in the unfolding events of the universe. Yet whenever their names are spoken, grand battles have been fought, with little sign of loss from the attacker. Now with the release of Codex: Daemonhunters fans of the Warhammer 40,000 series are able to utilize this devistating new force for themselves! [More]

3/12/03 - Latest News

War of the Ring Concept Art
Flinch @ 7:37 pm EST

Take a look at these exclusive images from War of the Ring, the Real Time Strategy Game coming in 2004 from Black Label Games. From Orc Concepts, to a Nazgul Steed, its good to see such great art as a foundation for a hopefully great game! [More]

REVIEW: New Tabletop Releases
Flinch @ 7:31 pm EST

With the Lord of the Rings Grand Tournament just weeks away, I felt we'd take some time to look at some other new Releases in the world of Tabletop Gaming. From the undead armies of the Tomb Kings, to the elite soldiers of the Inquisition in Daemonhunters. It really is a good time to be a Tabletop Gamer! [More]

Realm's of the Elf Lords Sold Out
Flinch @ 6:57 am EST

Sales for The Lord of the Rings TCG have been Middle-earth-shattering and the community of players continues to grow. Immediately following the recent sell-out of Battle of Helm's Deep boosters, Decipher's inventory reports show that starter decks from the Realms of the Elf-lords set are also sold out and booster pack quantities are very low. Check your local gaming clubhouse for remaining stock of this limited edition expansion set.