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Excelsior Act 2 Preconstructed Decks
by Fritz Meissner, Ambassador • June 21st
Continentals Excelsior side events are just around the corner! We give you four decks to take along if you don't know the format.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 12
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • June 21st
Let's take a look at a winning deck from Michael Van Breemen!

Trek Masters Series - GenCon 2018
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 21st
GenCon is August 2nd - 5th, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Come join us for some Trek Masters Series action!

The Versatility of Terok Nor
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • June 16th
Terok Nor is a faction with many ways to play. How will you seek to conquer the Alpha Quadrant?

Getting Together
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • June 15th
Let's all get spend some time with each other and plot the takeover of the universe as we look back at Unity.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 11
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • June 15th
Let's take a look at winning decks!

Far away from home, in need of some therapy
by James Monsebroten, Staff Writer • June 14th
When you're stranded far from home you may just need some Group Therapy to hold things together.

So, You're New to Terok Nor?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • June 14th
Terok Nor for Slipstream? Inconceivable!

What Does My Spouse See?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • June 14th
No, I'm not married to The Brad. I'm just telling you about prizes at North American Continentals, which runs in Chicago from June 21st - 24th, 2018.

Design Spotlight: Second Edition Terok Nor
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 13th
Explore the Cardassian/Dominion alliance aboard Terok Nor is this week's Second Edition Design Spotlight.

Welcome to Terok Nor Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • June 10th
It's time to take Deep Space Nine back from The Dominion/Cardassian alliance!

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Kazon Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • June 9th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes Ken Tufts “Quick and simple Kazon Solver v1.4.”

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 10
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • June 7th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Zlatan Terzic, Michael Van Breemen, Sean O'Reilly, Benjamin Liebich, Kevin Jaeger, and Justin Ford!

Kazon Basics (Part 2 of 2): Big Fleets
by Andreas Rheinländer, Special Delta Quadrant Correspondant • June 7th
Their fleet will take you out.

Australian Continentals Event Schedule
by Kieren, Unofficial Ambassador to Australia • June 7th
The Continental Championships head down under August 24th - August 26th!

Design What If: Second Edition Kazon
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 6th
Kazon don't exist in Second Edition... but what if they did?

5 Reasons Why I'm Playing Excelsior Act 2 (and you should too!)
by Fritz Meissner, Ambassador • June 6th
I loved the Excelsior concept when it came out. In Act II, I feel that the Excelsior team has (to borrow a metaphor from a game I've never watched) hit a home run. It's extraordinarily fun and has helped me tremendously as an organiser. Here's 5 clickbaity reasons why.

Kazon Basics (Part 1 of 2): Affiliation Introduction
by Andreas Rheinländer, Special Delta Quadrant Correspondant • June 5th
Not every affiliation is worthy of assimilation...

Design Spotlight: First Edition Kazon
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 4th
The Kazon, Voyager's first antagonists, get their turn in the spotlight.

Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, Nov. 8th thru 11th
by John Corbett, Design Director and Host with the Most • June 4th
Find out about the next big thing in Texas

First Edition Rules Update
by Jon Carter, First Edition Rules Master • June 4th
Cleaning up the rules!

Welcome to Kazon Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • June 3rd
Can't be assimilated by the Borg? Challenge accepted!

Excelsior Act II Cardpool Updated in Deckbuilder
by Matt Kirk, Project Excelsior Lead • June 2nd
The next evolution of the Excelsior format is now live in trekcc.org's Deckbuilder!

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 9
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • May 31st
Let's take a look at winning decks from Jon Carter, Peter Hill, Markus Glatz, Justin Ford, Michael Albrecht, and Michael Van Breemen!

So, You're New to Voyager?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • May 31st
The Voyager faction of the Federation affiliation has a fairly unique theme – no headquarters at all.

Design Spotlight: Second Edition Voyager
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 30th
Venture to the Delta Quadrant and back with a return to the 2E Design Spotlight articles!

Emergency Errata: Keevan, Pragmatic Captor
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • May 30th
A card is receiving emergency errata effective immediately.

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Voyager Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • May 29th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes James Heaney’s “Caretaker (Or: James's First D.Q. Adventure)” deck.

Design Spotlight: First Edition Voyager
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 28th
Take a look at the Delta Quadrant Federation in the return of the First Edition Design Spotlight!

Welcome to Voyager Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • May 27th
It's Voyager Week! Are you ready for Cat Suits?

Far Beyond the Stars Treasures
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • May 26th
Find out secrets and exclusive behind the scenes information behind the latest Second Edition product.

And on the sixth day God created MANchester (So let's do UK 1E Nationals there)
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative Manager • May 26th
(The first 5 days he was busy creating Yorkshire)

You've Put Bajor On the Map
by Daniel Matteson, Director of Communications • May 25th
Good luck, Mister Sisko.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 8
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • May 24th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Nat Kirton, Daniel Matteson, John Corbett, Ted Reebel, and Kevin Jaeger!

An Old Friend
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • May 24th
A familiar favorite personnel gets a new persona for the first time since 2014 in Far Beyond the Stars.

The Greatest Hero of the Klingon Empire
by Nathan Miracle, Hall of Warriors Tourist • May 23rd
A a tour of the Hall of Warriors and see our greatest warriors!

War is Good for Business, But Only From a Distance
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • May 22nd
Tonight's Far Beyond the Stars spoiler reveals a new Teerok Nor Quark who's a little more willing to work with the Ruling Council.

Catching Up With the Cardassians
by Nathan Miracle, Staff Writer • May 21st
The Cardassian Liberation Front scores a victory over the Dominion!

Incorporation Complete
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial Officer • May 20th
Business Update

A Morale Boost
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • May 20th
I could go for some field rations right now, how about you?

Genocidal Plans
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • May 19th
Far Beyond the Stars sees a Romulan incarnation of an old antagonist and a matching ship for taking the fight to your enemies.

Rebel With a Cause
by Nathan Miracle, Nostalgic Trekker • May 18th
Take a walk down memory lane with this new Far Beyond the Stars spoiler!

The Ends Justify the Means
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • May 17th
Cardassians get a new verb to help in mission completion in Far Beyond the Stars!

Beware Saber Bears on Kang's Summit
by Nathan Miracle, Totally Not a Founder • May 16th
Meet the man who led the Klingon Empire's forces against the Cardassians and the Federation!

The Changing Face of Evil
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • May 15th
Far Beyond the Stars gives war a chance with two new persona of a familiar villain turned antihero turned villain and his hijacked ship.

Further Beyond the Stars
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • May 14th
Far Beyond the Stars, A Deep Space Nine anniversary set, releases Friday, May 25. Find out everything about the set, except spoilers.

2018 Regional Championships Schedule
by Kris Sonsteby, Director of Organized Play • May 11th
Find out where you can take your first step on the Road to Worlds! UPDATED 5-9-18

[Title of Set]
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • May 11th
Get a hint at what's coming for Second Edition!

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 6
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • May 10th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Stefan de Walf and Nickolay Korotya!

2018 North American Continental Championships: Hotels and Transportation
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • May 7th
Chicago is a big city with a lot going on in terms of lodgings and transportation.

May Rules Update
by Jon Carter, First Edition Rules Master • May 7th
Bring on the Hoard of Frools!

March 2017 & Fiscal 2017 Financial Recap
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial Officer • May 5th
Financial Updates

Metamorphosis Now Available
by Charlie Plaine, Acting First Edition Brand Manager • May 4th
Metamorphosis brings sixty-three (63) new cards to First Edition, and is available for free download today!

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 5
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • May 3rd
Let's take a look at winning decks from Michael Van Breemen, Nickolay Korotya, Johannes Mette, Phil Schrader, and me!

The Vedek and the Schemer
by Matthew Zinno, Esteemed Writer • May 1st
Some cards metamorphose more than others.

2018 North American Continental Championships: What to Do
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • April 30th
Bring your family along to North American Continentals this year. Chicago is a great destination for fun for all ages.

Sokath! His Eyes Uncovered!
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative Manager • April 29th
Temba, his arms open

Curator Quarren
by Charlie Plaine, Metamorphosis Designer • April 27th
Meet Quarren, the curator of the Museum of Kyrian History.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 4
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 26th
Let's take a look at a winning deck from John Walchle!

Even Better Than the Real Thing
by Maggie Geppert, Conversion Fangirl • April 25th
Check out some of the cards that got an upgrade during their conversion.

The Doctor's Fake News
by Revised Charlie, Revised Chairman • April 23rd
The so called "Doctor" is claiming Voyager and Killer Janeway were friendly visitors and not bloodthirsty warlords. Quirky Quarren and the Lyin' Doctor's story is FAKE NEWS! Voyager and her crew of murders are the worst villains in our history. SAD!

US Nationals - Last Minute Additions
by Michael Van Breemen, North American OP Coordinator • April 23rd
How does $200 and a title belt sound? Thanks to some generous donations these await you in Atlanta this weekend.

The Jack Pack Inside Track
by Charlie Plaine, Metamorphosis Designer • April 20th
The "Jack Pack" catches flack for being out of whack, but having kicked back and had a snack, they're back in Metamorphosis and on track.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 3
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 19th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Jon Carter and Steve Nelson!

Under Pressure
by Paddy Tye, First Edition Creative Manager • April 18th
Pressure... pushing down on me, pressing down on you

Alan French Donates Prize Money for 1E Continentals
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 17th
Thanks to an incredibly generous donation, there will be prizes - including travel reimbursement - for all of our First Edition continental championships.

That's a Stupid Question!
by Daniel Matteson, Admiral (as far as you know) • April 16th
You'd be surprised how well it works!

The End of An Era
by Allen Gould, Metamorphosis Lead • April 13th
It's the end of conversions as we know it. I feel fine.

Metamorphosis Release Kits Now Available
by Dan Hamman, Shipping Manager • April 13th
Celebrate the release of Metamorphosis with a release kit, available now for requisition in the promenade.

The Road to Worlds: Regionals Week 2
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 12th
Let's take a look at winning decks from Brian Sykes and Will Hoskin

The Road to Worlds: Beccles Bloodbath
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 5th
Let's take a look at a winning deck from Alex Dixon!

Raffle Time!
by Dan Hamman, Shipping Manager • April 2nd
Raffle Drawings will take place April 7th at 7pm Pacific

April 2018 Erratum
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • April 2nd
One card gets a minimal update.

The Future of First Edition Design
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 1st
Let's take a look and see what the future has in store for First Edition design!

The Future of Second Edition Design
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • April 1st
Let's take a look and see what the future has in store for Second Edition design!

February Financial Recap
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial Officer • March 25th
Greed is Eternal....

Symbiosis Treasures
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • March 23rd
Here's the inside scoop on the latest Second Edition expansion, which releases today!

Diversify Your Portfolio
by Nathan Miracle, Real-Life Accountant • March 21st
“Seventy-five hundred lots of hipicate futures?”

The Occupation of Bajor
by Michael Shea, Chief Ambassador • March 19th
One of the darkest events depicted in the Star Trek universe provides new incentive for a dual headquarters build.

A Brief History of Speed
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • March 16th
Because you demanded it, a history lesson focusing on one of Symbiosis's mechanics.

The Puns, They Hit Me
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • March 15th
I saw this card and my head went full-on story mode.

Lose Less
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • March 13th
Let's take a look at the new card, Qatai!

Captive Pursuits
by Michael Shea, Ambassador and Designer • March 12th
Keevan: I only have one further question for you. Is there a doctor in your unit? Garak: Yes. Nog: Garak! Keevan: Don't be too hard on him, young man. He just saved your life. Take them to a secure area. Third, I have a mission for you. I want you to find the Starfleet unit. But do not engage them. Locate them, assess their strength, and then report back to me. Remata’Klan: I understand. Keevan: No, you don't. But that's all right. It's not important that you understand, only that you carry out my instructions precisely. Remata’Klan: Obedience brings victory. Keevan: Yes. Yes, it does. Go

January Financial Recap
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial Officer • March 11th
Money Money Money

Congratulations to Our Newest Volunteers!
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • March 10th
The Continuing Committee is pleased to announce that all four recent volunteer searches have been successful.

I Just Can't Help Myself
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • March 9th
Symbiosis, the forty-third product for Second Edition is coming March 23. Find out more about the set here!

[title of set]
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • March 4th
Take a look at what's coming up for Second Edition!

Toil and Trouble
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • March 2nd
We don't have time to argue about time, but we have an expansion chock full of it!

New Tournament Promos
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • March 2nd
Check out the new tournament promos available for requisition in the Promenade; Series M for First Edition, and Series XVII for Second Edition are now available!

2018 Regional Application Reminder
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • March 2nd
The application deadline is March 12th!

The Continuing Committee Has Been Hacked
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • March 2nd
The Continuing Committee has recently learned that we have been the subject of a cyberattack.

The Road to Worlds: Manassters
by Lucas Thompson, Ambassador • March 1st
Let's take a look at winning decks from Brian Sykes and Austin Chandler!

So, You're New to the Alternate Universe?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • March 1st
There are a lot of choices when it comes to building decks with an alternate universe theme. This one shows off the Battleship Enterprise crew with their cost 4 or more theme.

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Mirror Universe Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 28th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes admiralgary’s “Eternal Sorrow 1.0” deck.

2E & Tribbles German Nationals June 3rd 2018
by Julius Melhardt, European OP Coordinator • February 26th
This year's German 2E and Tribbles Nationals will take place in Koblenz - be prepared for a whole weekend including Nationals, Regionals and a lot of fun!!!

Welcome to Mirror Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 25th
It's time to explore the multiverse!

Excelsior Season 1, Act I: Midpoint
by the Excelsior Development Team • February 19th
The Excelsior Campaign is halfway through its first act - how has your favorite affiliation fared thus far?

Dominion Basics (Part 5 of 5): Mission Solving and Multi Quadrant Expansion
by Andreas Rheinländer (Dukat), Freelance Writer • February 17th
Even the Dominion has to face the ultimate truth: a game is normally won by scoring 100 points. While fighting is relatively easy using a Dominion deck, mission solving is a bit more tricky ...

The Circle of Species
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • February 16th
Take a look back at Lineage and how it benefited the glory of the Dominion

Dominion Basics (Part 4 of 5): Son'a, Breen, and Dominion Holograms
by Andreas Rheinländer (Dukat), Freelance Writer • February 16th
When the Founders decided to conquer the Alpha Quadrant – what did they do? They forged alliances ...

Dominion Basics (Part 3 of 5): Dominion Deck Types
by Andreas Rheinländer (Dukat), Freelance Writer • February 15th
How many ways are there to play the Dominion? It’s simple: as many as one wants to. Learn more about the most common (and uncommon) types of Dominion decks.

So, You're New to the Dominion?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 15th
The Dominion seek to control all of space and bring order to chaos. The Founders use the Jem’Hadar to control their subjugated planets. This deck shows off the power of the Jem’Hadar shock troopers.

Dominion Basics (Part 2 of 5): Play and Draw Engines
by Andreas Rheinländer (Dukat), Guest Writer • February 14th
Playing the Dominion can be somewhat of a challenge. This article will deal with drawing and playing cards in a Dominion deck.

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Dominion Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 13th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes Chris Dietz’s “Brownshirts” deck.

Dominion Basics (Part 1 of 5): Affiliation Introduction
by Andreas Rheinländer (Dukat), Guest Writer • February 13th
Implacable warriors, treacherous Vorta and the creeping fear that Changelings are everywhere - that is what makes the Dominion so dangerous. But what is this affiliation that a lot of players seldom see on table?

Welcome to Dominion Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 11th
Sir David Attenborough tells us about rhinoceroces. I mean, it's Dominion week!

For a Few Counters More ...
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • February 9th
Take a look at the last faction to be formally added and what helped make them complete.

So, You're New to The Original Series?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 8th
The Original Series faction is friendly for new players by virtue of their low cost and “when you play” abilities. This Second Edition Original Series deck shows off how well they work with a Species 8472 dilemma pile.

Now Hiring: Second Edition Designers
by John Corbett, Second Edition Design Director • February 7th
Want to join the Second Edition Design Team? Find out how to here!

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Original Series Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 6th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes Brian Sykes’ “TOS Week Beginner Deck.”

At Any Time During Your Next Turn
by Matthew Zinno, Errata Team Leader • February 5th
The Errata Team shows its Devidian Door.

Welcome to Original Series Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 4th
Are you ready for bad makeup and overly dramatic acting? If so, this is the week for you!

The Riskier the Road
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • February 2nd
This article has a cash value of 1/32 of one strip of gold pressed latinum

2018 Regional Applications
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 1st
Apply to host a Regional Championship today!

So, You're New to Ferengi?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • February 1st
The Ferengi leverage their resources to get ahead. This Second Edition Ferengi deck shows off the power of the Rules of Acquisition.

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Ferengi Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 30th
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes Bruce Parrish’s “Pledge to the Latinum (Revised)” deck.

Emergency OTF Ban Addition
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 29th
The card IDIC: Wisdom of Surak from Live Long and Prosper is banned in OTF play immediately, effective January 28th, 2018.

Welcome to Ferengi Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 28th
Get your greed on this week with the Ferengi!

Fortune ....
by Ross Fertel, Second Edition Brand Manager • January 26th
The Maquis get through their dilemmas, and then some.

So, You're New to Maquis?
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 25th
The Maquis will usually interfere with you, but sometimes they just want to settle a quiet mining colony. This Second Edition Maquis deck shows off the second Maquis headquarters, Quatal Prime, which gives the Maquis the flavor of putting events on their missions.

So, I'm a New/Old First Edition Player, Maquis Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 23rd
In this series, the Vice Chairman is attempts to re-learn First Edition after a 15 year hiatus. This time she analyzes Bruce Parrish’s “Maquis Ds9” deck.

Design Spotlight: First Edition Maquis
by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 22nd
It's time for the Maquis to take their turn under the First Edition Design Spotlight.

1E German Nationals June 30th 2018
by Julius Melhardt, European OP Coordinator • January 21st
aka "Das Kaiserfest"

Welcome to Maquis Week
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 21st
Break out your Victor Hugo collection; it's Maquis Week!

Manassters Updates
by Ben Hosp, Manassters Master • January 19th
Including travel information and CASH MONEY PRIZES

1E & Tribbles Swedish Nationals May 5th-6th 2018
by Julius Melhardt, European OP Coordinator • January 18th
Sweden is returning to the Nationals-stage - a great weekend awaits you...

Master Promos Revealed for 2018
by Maggie Geppert, Acting Director of Organized Play • January 16th
The Continuing Committee is proud to host a wide variety of Level 3 events in 2018. Look at what you can win!

Back from the Future
by Matthew Zinno, Errata Team Leader • January 15th
The Errata Team shots "Devidian Door" and shows you next month's batch of Errata today.

December Financial Update
by Justin Ford, Chief Financial Officer • January 15th
Money Position Updates

Cold Front Now Available
by Charlie Plaine, Acting First Edition Brand Manager • January 12th
The latest First Edition expansion, Cold Front, is now available.

An Open Letter to Dan Hamman
by Ross Fertel, Watcher on the Water • January 10th
Read about a huge hiccup that happened very very early in what came to be known as Cold Front

The Continuing Committee Seeks New Volunteers
by Maggie Geppert, Vice Chairman • January 10th
The CC wishes to fill a number of vacant positions within the volunteer corps.

Distant Control
by James Heaney, Assistant Designer • January 9th
With Cold Front, 22nd-Century Romulans get a mindbending new way to play!

22nd-Century Ladies
by Matthew Zinno, Socializing with the Staff Writer • January 6th
Comfort Women talks about [22] [NA] females. Let's meet some of them.

How Do You Solve A Problem Like Ezri?
by Michael Moskop, Designer • January 5th
A good Dax is easy to find. Making a good Ezri Dax is much trickier.

Manassters 2018 Event Schedule
by Ben Hosp, Manassters Master • January 3rd
Details about Trek Masters in Manassas Park, February 23-25 2018, sponsored by The Process (TM)

Yes, I Am Serious
by Dan Hamman, Offbeat Designer • January 1st
And don't call me Shirley