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June 2020

Subspace Championship Series Prizes
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 30th
The Subspace Tournament Series, kicking off this week, will feature special promos themed to the Year of the Cardassian. Check them out inside!
Nick Yankovec Resigns as Director of Second Edition
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 30th
Thank you for your willingness to serve, Nick.
The Continuing Committee Has a New Director of Communications
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 28th
Please help us welcome Scott Baughman (Neelix) as our new Director of Communications.
Director of Communications Search Update
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 25th
Three applicants have put their names in the ring for the Director of Communications position.
1E German Nationals 2020 - Kaiser-nicht-ganz-so-fest
by Julius Melhardt, European OP CoordinatorJune 17th
With the "reopening" of Bavaria starting today, we are proud to announce, that Kaiserfest III can be played as the German National as originally planned on July 4th 2020!!!
Emergency Ban Announcement - Access Archives
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 17th
Effective immediately, the mission Access Archives is banned in all Official Tournament Format (OTF) events, except those that are already in progress.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 17 JUNE 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 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, June 17th, 2020.
The Road to (Not) Worlds
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 16th
NastyNateTV has a new series for you to enjoy!
Ambassador Gift Program
by Robin Honeycutt, Chief AmbassadorJune 15th
The Continuing Committee welcomes Robin Honeycutt as Chief Ambassador!
Weekly 1E Roundup - 10 JUNE 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 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, June 10th, 2020.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 4 JUNE 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 4th
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 4th, 2020.
Still Looking for Volunteers for the Department of Communications
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerJune 2nd
We still need a Director and a Chief Ambassador.
TNG Public Playtesting Tournament Begins Friday
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 2nd
The first of (hopefully) many chances for the public to help us test new formats, rules changes, and other changes to the game starts on Friday. Find out how you can help test a card pool of just TNG-property logo cards!
Three (3) Cards Receive Errata
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 1st
Three [OS] cards, including two [Fed] [OS] personnel, receive errata in today's update. There are no further changes to the Ban or Watch Lists today.
Project Status Update - June 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionJune 1st
Find out the status of current and future projects in the Department of First Edition.
Second Edition June Errata
by Tjark Ott, Second Edition Errata Team LeaderJune 1st
Eight Second Edition cards receive errata today and are effective immediately.
Rules Update, June
by James Heaney, First Edition Rules MasterJune 1st
Pretty quiet this month, but we still got some rulings for you!

May 2020

In The Cards: A Creative License Edition
by Michael Shea, Designer and VolunteerMay 29th
In this edition of In The Cards, I'll look at some examples of cards that exemplify Trek-based creative license in service of game play.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 28 MAY 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 28th
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, May 80th, 2020.
New to 1E: The Balance Team
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 25th
As we move forward with First Edition, a new team - the Balance Team - will be taking over the traditional role of the Errata Team. Find out more details in this article.
Bins Close Tonight!
by Dan Hamman, Shipping ManagerMay 23rd
The Raffle Bins in the Promenade close tonight at midnight.
In The Cards: "Improbable Cause" and "The Die is Cast"
by Michael Shea, Designer and VolunteerMay 22nd
This edition of "In the Cards" examines the DS9 Season 3 two-part episode set "Improbable Caue" and "The Die is Cast".
International First Edition Demo Day
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 21st
If you're curious about First Edition, online play with Lackey, The Continuing Committee, and virtual cards, join us on Sunday, June 7th for International Demo Day.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 20 MAY 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 20th
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 20th, 2020.
In The Cards: "Conspiracy"
by Michael Shea, Designer and VolunteerMay 15th
This installment of "In the Cards" looks at an early TNG favorite, the uncharacteristically dark "Conspiracy."
So, you want to play Star Trek CCG?
by Austin Chandler, Social Media ManagerMay 14th
Interest in tabletop games have grown recently and a lot of chatter has been spoken of our beloved Star Trek Card games. In a series of articles we hope to highlight how to get into the game for both in-person games and playing on LackeyCCG.
Regional Season Extended
by Kris Sonsteby, Director of Organized PlayMay 13th
The Regional Championship season is being extended throughout all of 2020.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 6 MAY 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 6th
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 6th, 2020.
A Tribble of a Different Color
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 5th
A new Tribbles expansion is here, featuring twelve (12) new powers on eighteen (18) new cards.
Seven (7) Cards Added to Watch List
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionMay 4th
The Department of First Edition is added seven (7) new cards to the Watch List; there are no Errata or OTF Ban List changes today.
Rules Update, May
by James Heaney, First Edition Rules MasterMay 4th
The longest-running rules debate in 1E history is finally settled... and OTF will never be (exactly) the same!

April 2020

Weekly 1E Roundup - 29 APRIL 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 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, April 29th, 2020.
In The Cards: "The Doomsday Machine"
by Michael Shea, Designer and VolunteerApril 25th
The first installment of a weekly series examining the past, present, and possible future of cards inspired by Trek's most popular episodes.
Director's Office Hours Tomorrow
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 25th
Join Director of First Edition Charlie Plaine tomorrow, Sunday, April 26th at 10 AM Pacific. The stream will be on YouTube.
The Birth (and Death) of a Rules Proposal
by James Heaney, First Edition Rules MasterApril 24th
The reason behind that cryptic reminder in the monthly update.
Public Playtesting Wanted - TNG-Only Card Pool
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 23rd
We're going to be hosting a series of opportunities for the public to help us test new formats, rules changes, and other changes to the game. The first, in June, will be focused on a card pool of just TNG-property logo cards; find out how you can help!
Peace Is Flowing Like a River
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerApril 17th
Celebrate the fiftieth set of Second Edition, The Omega Directive, which releases today!
Find a Dog Who'll Eat a Dog
by Michael Shea, Blue Gill ThrallApril 16th
Today's cards for The Omega Directive brings us a mission out of the late Dominion War, and introduces a new team of heroes.
Look at the Havoc We Have Wrought
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 15th
"How many changelings do you think are here on Earth right at this moment?"
Weekly 1E Roundup - 15 APRIL 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 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, April 15th, 2020.
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cardassia?
by Michael Shea, DesignerApril 14th
Sometimes, dominant strategies need to be balanced through design. The Omega Directive reveals two cards intended to do just that.
A Mind is a Terrible Thing
by Michael Shea, DesignerApril 13th
"There is nothing like a good problem to spark the synapses, is there? To open the mind to new possibilities, new ways of seeing things. Of course, one must always confront self- doubt and fear, but that is a small price to pay for the exhilaration of finding the perfect solution."
Audaces Fortuna Iuvat
by Michael Shea, Officer of the EmpireApril 11th
The Terran Empire gets a new 50 point mission to help them fulfill their destiny in today's spoiler for The Omega Directive.
50!
by Ross Fertel, Neither Alpha Nor OmegaApril 10th
Find out about the next expansion coming to you next week!
2020 NA Continentals Postponed
by Michael Shea, Chief AmbassadorApril 9th
Due to possible effects of COVID-19 the 2020 NA Continentals in Atlanta is Postponed. New date pending.
Improved Online Play Experience
by Brian S, Director of OperationsApril 8th
Amidst the disruption of social-distancing, we have updated the site's functionality to improve the online play experience.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 8 APRIL 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 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, April 8th, 2020.
Director of Communications Search Begins
by Maggie Geppert, Executive OfficerApril 6th
Join the Board of Directors and help us communicate more effectively.
One Balance Update for April 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 6th
Both printings of Dyson Sphere Door get updated text in today's errata announcement. There are no changes to the Ban or Watch lists.
Rules Update, April
by James Heaney, First Edition Rules MasterApril 6th
A long-expected disguise ruling and other questions answered!
The Neutral Zone Now Available
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 3rd
The Neutral Zone, featuring fifty-four (54) new First Edition cards, is now available for free and immediate download.
Weekly 1E Roundup - 1 APRIL 2020
by Charlie Plaine, Director of First EditionApril 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, April 1st, 2020.
Emergency Ban Announcement
by Jon Carter, Game Health AdvisorApril 1st
We wrote up a pretty funny article to celebrate April Fools Day, but don't want to catch anyone off-guard. Check it out if you are so inclined.
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