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Author: Anthony Karcz

Father of two, runner, Marvel-phile, recovered WoW addict, and unrepentant Generation 1 Transformers nerd (seriously, I know more about G1 than is healthy). Author of the superhero novel: 'Nightingale: The League Cycle, Book One.' In addition to writing for GeekDad, you can find Anthony on Forbes.com, Book Riot, and SyFy.com.
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New GM Chronicles: How ‘Starfinder’ Convinced Me to Become a GM

February 14, 2018February 13, 2018Anthony Karcz1

How ‘Starfinder’ was able to finally convince me to sit down in the GM chair, plus my prep for Session 0 as my PCs head “Into the Unknown.”

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Geek Links: Wyrmwood Adventurer’s Arsenal Kickstarter is Live

February 6, 2018February 6, 2018Anthony Karcz

The craftsmen at Wyrmwood Gaming are back with a brand new campaign that has everything you need to dominate the table at your next RPG session. Courtesy: Kicstarter.com

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Nerf This: D.Va Razer MEKA Headset Brings ‘Overwatch’ Style to Your Noggin

February 6, 2018February 5, 2018Anthony Karcz

All you D.Va mains: Razer has created the perfect headset for your next session.

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GeekDad Paints: ‘Star Wars: Imperial Assault’ – Luke, IG-88, Jyn Odan, Mak Eshka’rey, Rebel Saboteurs

February 2, 2018February 1, 2018Anthony Karcz

It’s been a long couple of years, but my initial primed ‘Imperial Assault’ figures are finally all painted! Does this mean the series is over? Far from it…

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‘Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Legends of the Alliance’ App Makes the Original Game Better Than Ever

January 18, 2018January 18, 2018Anthony Karcz3

With the release of the ‘Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Legends of the Alliance’ app, it’s never been easier to tackle Fantasy Flight Games’ “Star Wars dungeon crawl in a box.”

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Run the Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon to Get Real Bling

January 4, 2018January 3, 2018Anthony Karcz1

runDisney is offering up an all-new way to get your Star Wars run on this year! The Star Wars Virtual Half marathon will get you a real medal, with bonus bling for anyone participating in the Dark Side Half.

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Track Santa on the Way Back From Grandmother’s House With Chevy and OnStar

December 23, 2017Anthony Karcz

Starting on Christmas Eve, you can use OnStar in your Chevrolet vehicle to get up-to-the-minute updates on where Santa is right now.

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Give Even More With the Wyrmwood Gaming Bonus $50 Gift Certificate Deal

December 18, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz

Wyrmwood Gaming is pulling out the stops this season and offering their best deals on their rarest woods. Plus, if you act quickly, you can get $50 for free!

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Send a Visual “Year in Review” Holiday Card Instead of Yet Another Letter With Artifact Uprising

December 8, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz

Instead of writing an annual letter that only a handful of people will read, make a visual “Year in Review” card this holiday.

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A Look at the New Marvel Legends 6-inch Black Widow and Ghost Rider Vehicles

December 7, 2017December 28, 2017Anthony Karcz

Hasbro is fixing the fact that Black Widow’s never gotten a figure with a bike, despite jumping out of a Quinjet on a motorcycle in the ‘Avengers’ movie.

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The One Feature of the Kenmore Elite Smart Washer and Dryer That Will Change How You Do Laundry

December 1, 2017December 28, 2017Anthony Karcz

There are times when appliances have smarts thrust upon them to boost the sale price. Then there are times when it makes a monumental change. The Kenmore Elite Smart Washer and Dryer are the latter.

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Transformers Titans Return Trypticon vs. G1 Trypticon – A Classic Toy Perfectly Reimagined

November 23, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz1

Two years ago, Transformers fans voted for Trypticon to be the next city-bot in the Titans Return line. He’s everything we could have asked for and more.

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All-New Kindle Oasis vs. Original Kindle Oasis vs. Kindle Voyage – Which e-Reader Reigns Supreme?

November 20, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz1

Amazon claims that the All-New Kindle Oasis is the best Kindle ever. But how does it stack up to the original Oasis and the Kindle Voyage?

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Wyrmwood Gaming at PAX Unplugged – What’s New With the Prophecy Gaming Table?

November 17, 2017February 15, 2018Anthony Karcz

It’s been a minute–so I started wondering what’s happening with the most exciting product to come out of Wyrmwood Gaming, the Prophecy Gaming Table.

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ATMOS Wants to Elevate Your Cold Brew Experience

November 16, 2017December 14, 2017Anthony Karcz

The ATMOS is a stylish and refreshingly high quality take on the cold brew coffee system.

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Razer Wolverine Ultimate Is the Best Controller for Your XBox One X

November 10, 2017Anthony Karcz1

You would think that a premium gaming system would come with a premium controller. The Razer Wolverine Ultimate gives your One X the controller it deserves.

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Birch Benders – Funny Name, Awesome Pancakes (and Waffles!)

November 3, 2017Anthony Karcz

Birch Benders is a “micro-pancakery” with some awesome all-in-one mixes to make Sunday morning pancakes or waffles the easiest thing ever.

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‘Massive Darkness’ Is Gorgeous, Brutal, Dungeon Crawling Fun

October 23, 2017Anthony Karcz6

‘Massive Darkness’ is the latest Kickstarter success story from CMON to hit the tabletop and it brings with it old-school dungeon crawling fun (and lots of awesome minis).

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Transformers Terrorcons Unleashed at NYCC, Is Monstructor Next?

October 12, 2017Anthony Karcz

NYCC was just this past weekend and Hasbro was busy unveiling new bots! This time, we got the Decepticon team that forms Abominus, the Terrorcons.

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Can $25 Get You a Pair of Quality Running Sunglasses? Goodr vs. Oakley vs. District Vision

October 10, 2017Anthony Karcz3

Goodr, a new player in athletic optics, is making waves with $25 sunglasses it says are as good or better than its $200+ counterparts. Can they beat Oakley?

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What Every Transformers Fan Has Wanted Since the Eighties Has Been Revealed at HASCON

September 10, 2017Anthony Karcz5

It’s been a busy weekend at the first annual HASCON, and while we’ve got a GeekDad or two on the ground, Hasbro has sent over detailed images of the first wave from this fall’s Power of the Primes toy line.

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Say Goodbye to Stuck Robovacs, Neato Unveils the BotVac D7 Connected

September 1, 2017March 13, 2018Anthony Karcz1

With IFTT functionality, the ability to create virtual walls, and an upgraded chrome finish, could Neato’s BotVac D7 Connected be the perfect robovac?

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Hallmark’s Star Wars Storyteller and Transformers Ornaments Review and Giveaway

August 30, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz2

Nerdy ornaments are always the highlight of tree trimming at my house and Hallmark’s new line of Storyteller ornaments are their best yet. Plus a giveaway for four Transformers itty bittys!

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The Ultimate Transformers Drift Figure Is Now Available for Pre-Order

August 24, 2017January 15, 2018Anthony Karcz

Flame Toys has taken what was once one of the least liked characters in IDW Transformers history and created an amazing 8-inch figure. Pre-order now!

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‘Pathfinder Adventures’ Burns It All Down with “Rise of the Goblins” Expansion

August 23, 2017January 10, 2018Anthony Karcz

‘Pathfinder Adventures’ new “Rise of the Goblins” expansion breathes new life into the digital adventure card game with heroes, goblinized foes, and more.

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The Table That Was Foretold – Wyrmwood Gaming Unveils Prophecy

August 17, 2017February 15, 2018Anthony Karcz

Wyrmwood Gaming is taking a big leap, moving up from master-crafted wooden gaming accessories to high-end gaming furniture. Find out what to expect from the Prophecy.

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Celebrate the Last Days of Summer With Chameleon Cold Brew Coffee

August 15, 2017Anthony Karcz

Summer is nearly over, but it’s still hot enough outside to need plenty of iced liquid refreshment. Chameleon Cold Brew is up to the task.

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The 2017 Chevy Bolt EV Gives Tesla a Run For Its Money

August 10, 2017January 1, 2018Anthony Karcz2

The 2017 Chevy Bolt isn’t just a great all-electric vehicle (with an unfortunate name), it’s quiet, peppy, roomy, and fun. I take Chevy’s “Tesla-killer” for a spin.

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Tile Gets Ready for Back to School With New Tile Pro Series

August 9, 2017Anthony Karcz

Tile is back with new trackers just in time for school. They’ve introduce the more powerful Tile Pro series, featuring Tile Sport and Tile Style models.

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Beat the Summer Doldrums With Seagate’s Game Drive XBox Game Pass Special Edition

July 30, 2017Anthony Karcz2

Seagate has the perfect companion drive for your XBox, with a Special Edition bonus that will keep your kids busy for the rest of the summer.

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