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June 2019

Worlds 2019 Informations #5 - Financial Stuff
by Julius Melhardt, European OP CoordinatorJune 30th
How much are this year's Worlds in Austria?
The Cage Now Legal and Block Core Update
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 28th
Today, The Cage is legal in all formats, and with it comes a large update to the Core Block List.
Printable Card Updated Delayed
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 28th
The semi-annual update to printable cards is delayed by two weeks, until Monday, July 15th.
World Asteroid Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionJune 28th
Gasp at the marvels of the universe and partake in other Second Edition Activities this weekend.
I Know Why "The Cage" Plants Sing
by Matthew Zinno, Staff WriterJune 28th
Building a Federation deck around Preserver Obelisk
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 13
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorJune 27th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Owen Swart, Stuart Motley, and Michael Van Breemen!
Weekly 1E Roundup - 27 JUNE 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 27th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Thursday, June 27th, 2019.
Going Native
by Matthew Zinno, Staff WriterJune 26th
Just who are the Preserver Obelisk's "natives", anyway?
On Second Thought: Top Ten TOS (Part 1)
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionJune 24th
We haven't had a top ten list in a while, have we? Time to change that. This month in my blog, we'll take a peek at The Original Series, from a second Edition Perspective, that is.
World Music Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionJune 22nd
Dance to the music and partake in other Second Edition events this weekend.
The Cage Now Available
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 21st
The latest First Edition virtual expansion, The Cage, is now available for immediate and free download!
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 19 JUNE 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 19th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, June 19th, 2019.
Romance on the Trading Post
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 18th
Has someone already made a Love Boat joke?
Monologuing
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 16th
"Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds. To seek out new life and new civilizations. To boldly go where no man has gone before!"
Beware of Kaiserfest II
by Julius Melhardt, European OP CoordinatorJune 15th
First Edition German Nationals returns to Bavaria in July 2019
Return to Talos IV (If Memory Serves)
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative ManagerJune 14th
Travel within the Talos system is prohibited by Starfleet
Happy Army Birthday!
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionJune 14th
Celebrate those who serve their country and partake in other Second Edition related activities.
Bidding is Now Open for 2020 High-Level Events!
by Kris Sonsteby, Director of Organized PlayJune 13th
Interested in hosting a big time tournament next year? Apply within!
Tales of Utopia Planetia: Clandestine Search
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 13th
Take a look at the design history - and some of the design discussions around - a new mission from The Cage!
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 11
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorJune 13th
Let's take a look at a winning deck from Kris Sonsteby!
Vampires, Werewolves, and Microteaming
by Fritz Meissner, AmbassadorJune 12th
There's a group of very popular second edition cards that don't make any sense until you understand why they were made. We call them silver bullets, and here are 5 of the most popular...
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 12 JUNE 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 12th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, June 12th, 2019.
All Aboard for Gene's Wagon Train!
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative ManagerJune 10th
Risk. Is. Our. Business.
Happy Birthday Prince!
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionJune 7th
Dance to the music of "1999" and partake in other Second Edition Related Activities.
The Cage Release Kits Now Available
by Dan H amman, Warehouse ManagerJune 7th
Celebrate the launch of the Original Series block with a release kit for The Cage, available now in limited quantities.
Opening The Cage
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 7th
The Continuing Committee is proud to announce The Cage, a sixty-three (63) card virtual expansion for First Edition, releasing on June 21st, 2019.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 10
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorJune 6th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Jon Carter, Johnny Holeva, Eric R, Ted Reebel, and Jeremy Commandeur!
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 5 JUNE 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 5th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, June 5th, 2019.
Banned cards for June
by Matthew Zinno, Errata Team LeaderJune 3rd
The Errata Team announces two cards being added to the ban list.
Rules Update, June 2019
by Jon Carter, Rules MasterJune 3rd
Mas'ud, Warp Speed and other cleanup, and a final Edo Probe resolution.
Will of the Collective VII Starts Today!
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorJune 1st
Let's design a card together!

May 2019

Global Day of Parents
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 31st
It's like Mothers Day and Fathers Day came together and are celebrating an anniversary!
A Less Perfect Union Treasures
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 31st
GO behind the scenes with fun stories about cards from the latest set.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 9
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 30th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Michael Van Breemen, Chris O'Connell, and Maggie Geppert!
A Less Perfect Union Release Kits Now Available
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerMay 29th
Buy some shipping and handling
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 29 MAY 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 29th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, May 29th, 2019.
National Paper Airplane Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 24th
Playing Second Edition isn't the only thing you can do with paper this weekend.
"I'm returning Earth to its rightful owners."
by Greg Dillon, Staff WriterMay 24th
Our newest Headquarters is now only one week away from legality so in this article I've got a deck I'd like to talk about.
Sirella de Vil
by Lucas Thompson, DesignerMay 23rd
Let's take a look at the process behind Sirella, Forbidding Matriarch!
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 8
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 23rd
Let's take a look at winning decks from Phil Schrader and Ben Liebich!
Concerning Flight
by Nathan Miracle, DesignerMay 22nd
"This is Leonardo da Vinci we're talking about. Simulation or not, he's one of the greatest creative minds in Earth's history."
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 22 MAY 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 22nd
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019.
I Don't Always Play Combat Decks...
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerMay 21st
but when I do, it's with a shotgun.
So Logical. So Pointy.
by Daniel Giddings, Staff WriterMay 20th
"Had I been given the choice, I might not have chosen to explore the Delta Quadrant. However, since we are here, I must say the challenges are intriguing."
On Second Thought: Now Recruiting!
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 19th
Find out just how you can add to the growing ranks of Terra Prime.
National No Dirty Dishes Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 18th
Clean up in more ways than one both within and outside the context of Second Edition this weekend.
Updated! United States National Championships at GenCon 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 17th
Event Registration Begins Sunday, May 19th! GenCon 2019 will be host to the 2019 US National Championships as part of the Trek Masters Series. Find out all about these major events and all the side events available as part of a weekend of Trek in Indianapolis from August 1st through 4th.
"You're your mother's daughter."
by Greg Dillon, Staff WriterMay 17th
Why am I going to add the newest Relativian to my future builds?
Jellico
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 16th
Let's take a look at the process behind Edward Jellico!
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 7
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 16th
Let's take a look at a winning deck from Nathan Miracle!
5 missions for 5 great slipstream decks
by Fritz Meissner, AmbassadorMay 16th
Most people approach slipstream format with little planning. Here are the basics of 5 strong slipstream builds.
Worlds 2019 Informations #4 - Four days of Trek insanity INCLUDING DETAILS
by Julius Melhardt, European OP CoordinatorMay 15th
Read about all the events planned for this year's Worlds including details for all the fun formats...
Coming Soon: Will of the Collective VII
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 15th
Let's make a new Second Edition card... together!
Announcing A Less Perfect Union
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 15th
The next set for Second Edition is upon us. Find out the information on the key mechanic inhere!
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 15 MAY 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 15th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, May 15th, 2019.
European Championship Weekend
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative ManagerMay 10th
Details including 1E and 2E side events for European Continentals in June.
National Limerick Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 10th
Write a limerick for your mom and partake in other Second Edition related activities this weekend!
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 6
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 9th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Stefan Slaby and Nerdopolis Prime!
An Update on North American Continentals
by Michael Shea, PrefectMay 8th
Come to Atlanta for NA Continentals 2019, June 21-June 23. All in all, it's a good time for Cardassia. And the Continuing Committee.
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 8 MAY 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 8th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, May 8th, 2019.
May Rules Update
by Jon Carter, First Edition Rules MasterMay 6th
Some belated spring cleaning!
Self-Control Unleashed
by James Heaney, Assistant DesignerMay 6th
What's a Wagon Train To The Stars without a few monsters along the trail?
Space Coast Masters Schedule
by Daniel Matteson, Director of CommunicationsMay 3rd
Information and full schedule for the Trek Masters event in West Melbourne, Florida, November 8-10th!
National Paranormal Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionMay 3rd
Grab your proton packs as you do all sorts of Second Edition things this weekend.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 5
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorMay 2nd
Let's take a look at a winning deck from Kevin Jaeger!
2019 Regional Championship Schedule
by Kris Sonsteby, Director of Organized PlayMay 1st
Find out where you can attend a Regional in your area.
Special Announcement
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial OfficerMay 1st
North American Continentals 2019
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 1 MAY 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 1st
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, May 1st, 2019.

April 2019

The Board of Directors is Now Complete
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerApril 29th
The Continuing Committee welcomes its newest Board Members, Charlie Plaine and Brian Schaflein.
National Superheroes Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionApril 26th
Watch Avengers: Endgame and participate in other Second Edition related events this weekend.
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 24 APRIL 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Acting Director of First EditionApril 24th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, April 24th, 2019.
Texas Chainsaw Becomes Space Coast Masters
by Michael Van Breemen, North American OP CoordinatorApril 22nd
A change of this year's Masters location
On Second Thought: We Are Merged!
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionApril 22nd
This month in my blog, find out how sets come together.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 3
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorApril 21st
Let's take a look at winning decks from Jon Carter, Benjamin Liebich, and Nicholas Yankovec!
Bulldogs are Beautiful Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionApril 19th
Enjoy the beauty of an oft aesthetically ignored pet and partake in other Second edition activities this weekend.
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 17 APRIL 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Acting Director of First EditionApril 17th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, April 17th, 2019.
National Make Lunch Count Day
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionApril 12th
Have the best mid day meals and participate in other Second Edition Events this weekend.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 2
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorApril 11th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Kris Sonsteby and Kenneth Tufts!
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 10 APRIL 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Acting Director of First EditionApril 10th
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, April 10th, 2019.
New Beer's Eve
by Ross Fertel, Director of Second EditionApril 5th
Celebrate the end of prohibition in the Untied States with various Second Edition events this weekend.
The Road to Worlds: Regionals 2019 Week 1
by Lucas Thompson, AmbassadorApril 4th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Michael Van Breemen and Sascha Kiefer!
Wednesday 1E Roundup - 3 APRIL 2019
by Charlie Plaine, Acting Director of First EditionApril 3rd
A look back at the previous week in the world First Edition, and a look ahead at the next; this is your weekly roundup for Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019.
A Changing of the Guard
by Brian Sykes, Head Moderator (Retired)April 2nd
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven
The Search for the Next Board Members Begins
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerApril 1st
We need you for the Board of Directors, no foolin'!
Errata for the Beginning of April
by Matthew Zinno, Lirpa OwnerApril 1st
Aim is taken at the 22nd Century powerhouse