Last Weeks Review
It was another exciting week at The Hidden Lair, with the tables alive with energy, dice rolls, and spell-slinging brilliance. Two of our community favorites — Kill Team and Magic: The Gathering’s Standard Showdown — took center stage, giving players a chance to test their strategies, sharpen their tactics, and have some well-earned fun with fellow hobbyists.
Kill Team: Close-Quarters Chaos and Tactical Brilliance
Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team continues to draw an incredible following here at The Hidden Lair. The compact, squad-based combat system creates some of the most dynamic and cinematic tabletop moments in the hobby.
This week’s boards were packed with detailed terrain, from ancient ruins to frozen wastelands, as players maneuvered their operatives through crumbling corridors and icy choke points. Each game was a masterclass in tactical decision-making — every move, every overwatch, every dice roll carried the weight of victory or defeat.
We saw elite specialists, stealth operatives, and heavy gunners clash across custom-built battlefields featuring stunning terrain pieces and expertly painted miniatures. The creativity and craftsmanship on display from our community are always inspiring — proof that Kill Team isn’t just about combat, it’s about artistry and imagination.
If you’re new to Warhammer or looking for a fast-paced entry point into the hobby, Kill Team is the perfect starting place. The rules are streamlined, the games are quick, and the action never stops. Drop by The Hidden Lair to learn how to build your first team or join one of our weekly matches — there’s always room for another commander in the field.
Magic: The Gathering Standard Showdown – Competitive, Colorful, and Community-Driven
While the sounds of battle echoed from the miniatures tables, another kind of duel was unfolding nearby — the Magic: The Gathering Standard Showdown.
Players arrived with their favorite decks sleeved and ready, laying out vivid playmats and colorful strategies. The diversity of play was impressive: control decks locked horns with aggro builds, combo players engineered intricate win conditions, and every match carried that edge-of-your-seat tension that makes Standard play so thrilling.
The Standard format continues to be the heart of competitive Magic — balanced, evolving, and endlessly creative. Watching players pilot decks built from recent sets showcases how much depth the format truly has. From explosive starts to carefully calculated endgames, every table told a different story.
And, of course, the camaraderie was the real highlight. New players learned from veterans, old rivals met again, and laughter filled the shop between matches. The Standard Showdown isn’t just about competition — it’s about community, learning, and a shared love for Magic’s ever-expanding world.
Join the Action at The Hidden Lair
Whether your passion lies in futuristic firefights or strategic spellcraft, The Hidden Lair is the place to be. Our weekly events bring together painters, players, collectors, and casual gamers alike.
Grab your dice. Shuffle your deck. And get ready — the next round of battles is just around the corner.
Incase you missed last weeks events catch up HERE.
