Kings of Sarpadia (FE40 World Championships)
The 2025 FE40 World Championships went down this weekend, and I’d be remiss not to chronicle this one. Mike Klements and Craig Snook went all out for the second year running, stocking Shuffler’s Den with amazing FE swag and prizes. Fallen Empires as a set is super close to my heart, and getting to play in such a prestigious yet intimate event barely 30 minutes from my backyard is both appreciated and surreal. FE40 is a true labor of love for Mike and Craig; their passion for the glory of Icatia is unmatched—even by the Akron Legionnaires! Event flyer The host store, Shuffler’s Den, is a shining gem of beautiful Willoughby, Ohio. Initially consuming the lower walkout level of a house, Biagio recently expanded into the entire upstairs floor, providing ample gaming space for large tournaments, with individual table-filled rooms creating an ambiance that makes everyone feel at home. Biagio, of course, had his epic Old School binders on hand, and I was thrilled to help support the shop with...
