Abigail Shannon
After graduating with a BA in English and Sociology, I followed the great Irish tradition of emigrating immediately. Nine months into a retail position at CeX, while lost in the deeply meditative process of cleaning gamer gunk™ off an Xbox 360 controller, it occurred to me that there had to be a better way to make a living from my love of nerdy guff.
And so began my freelance writing journey. And so it continued until I finally landed the fabulous role of Tabletop & Merch Writer here at GamesRadar+.
As someone who is as artsy-craftsy as they are tabletop-gamey, I love tending to the fine details of miniature painting just as much as I love roleplaying crushing my foes in combat. So, expect coverage of Dungeons & Dungeons, Magic: The Gathering, Warhammer, and heaps more as I find new hobby rabbit holes to fall down.
Latest articles by Abigail Shannon
![Preorder funko pop pokemon image showing Chimchar, Snubbull and Geninja on purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YNf8v9VggqepKDwbvp6Z9j-320-80.jpg)
Greninja, Chimchar, and Snubbull join Pokemon Funko Pop lineup
By Abigail Shannon published
News Greninja, Chimchar, and Snubbull Funko Pop Pokemon figures are now available to pre-order.
![Art from an unrevealed MTG Outlaws of Thunder Junction card](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/udfRKbABTZBhdJFUU6GQRj-320-80.jpg)
MTG Outlaws of Thunder Junction subsets explained: legality, alternate art, and boosters
By Abigail Shannon published
Guide Here's a breakdown of each of the five MTG Outlaws of Thunder Junction subsets, including explanations of each set's legality in Magic: The Gathering formats.
![Panelists at GaryCon 2024 in front of a screen which reads "50 Dungeons & Dragons"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YFKRLRgFGmocew7uybfoMn-320-80.jpg)
New D&D rulebooks have 96% new artwork, and everything else we found out at Gary Con
By Abigail Shannon published
News GaryCon provided lots of information on the upcoming Dungeons and Dragons core rulebooks for 2024, as well as more new content like Vecna: Eve of Ruin.
![Deals image for the Amber & Sapphire, and Amethyst & Steel starter decks from Disney Lorcana](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QkEdQqQW2nTw37fooVpcVB-320-80.jpg)
29% off Disney Lorcana starter decks make now the best time to pick up the TCG
By Abigail Shannon published
Deals Savings on Disney Lorcana Rise of the Floodborn starter decks and booster packs make for a great time to try out the TCG.
![Deals on Disney Villainous, Marvel Villainous, and Star Wars Villianous](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eUdwxP4w5w5LhQqHcy3DuM-320-80.jpg)
Devious deals on Marvel, Star Wars, and Disney Villainous make it good value to be bad
By Abigail Shannon published
Deals We've found some superb deals on Disney Villainous, Star Wars Villainous, and Marvel Villainous that deserve a place in your basket
![Deals image for Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander decks](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4rm3ShtwH8sFjE8aRq8PA5-320-80.jpg)
This lowest-ever MTG Fallout deal seriously speaks to my inner Cap Collector
By Abigail Shannon published
Deals Magic: The Gathering Fallout commander decks have hit their lowest price ever thanks to the Amazon Spring Sale
![Cover art from Warhammer FRP showing a dwarf in a brawl](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ng8cbDavNtuXFZiHVYMG9J-320-80.jpg)
Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay deal lets you dive into the RPG for less than the cost of a Citadel paint pot
By Abigail Shannon published
Deals This mega bundle of Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay books is not only perfect for getting into the RPG but also lets you experience The Enemy Within, the game's most beloved campaign
![Dragonborn bard mini, halfling fighter mini, half-orc rogue mini, all from Lego D&D leaks](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LnBActKwwGBUDea7CgLjU3-320-80.png)
If this Lego D&D leak is anything to go by, the set is a must-have
By Abigail Shannon published
News These leaked images of the upcoming Lego D&D set look like the perfect addition to any Dungeons & Dragons fan's collection.
![Deals image showing lego Bowser Muscle Car](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NicWzzkHLkAzMYkd6MnpbE-320-80.jpg)
This Lego Super Mario sale has 20% off some of the coolest sets
By Abigail Shannon published
Deals Best Buy is delivering 20% savings on Lego Super Mario sets like Dry Bowser Castle and Adventures with Mario.
![Pokemon TCG Scarlet & Violet Twilight Masquerade logo with crystals below it](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nHWpkFuoSJeYnYpfqhCivi-320-80.png)
Pokemon TCG: Scarlet and Violet —Twilight Masquerade debuts not one but five Ogerpon cards
By Abigail Shannon published
News The newest expansion for the Pokemon Trading Card Game is available to pre-order now.
![Disney Villainous Revenge at Last expandalone featuring Darth Maul](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vwSvSRmyRJmLCsBWERiG7m-320-80.jpg)
Star Wars Villainous: Revenge at Last introduces the franchise's most underrated villain
By Abigail Shannon published
News Star Wars Villainous: Revenge at Last is the upcoming expansion to the Disney Villainous spin-off
![Image of The Walking Dead Universe RPG starter set, with a background of game components like booklets, maps, and dice.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hvTpxorkEzzMP6mi69dJS-320-80.jpg)
The Walking Dead Universe Starter Set review: "Death, dice, despair… all it needs is more depth"
By Abigail Shannon published
Review
![Lego Atari 2600 deals post image with badge that reads big savings](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FecjoeZLjbBvsnoNx7fzwL-320-80.jpg)
Hey '80s kids, the Lego Atari 2600 is now available at its lowest price, like, ever
By Abigail Shannon published
Deal You can get major savings on the Lego Atari 2600 at the moment on US Amazon.
![Mork Borg The Lair of the Vampire King child's art reimagined in game](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/24cApYzKrMCyfhRR7Udj6g-320-80.jpg)
New Mork Borg adventure comes from the twisted mind of a 5-year-old
By Abigail Shannon published
News The world is ending and the floor is lava
![Image of a figure in power armor, the MTG and Fallout logos appear also](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/M5SwYCUzCq6ZQrAKzeh9kn-320-80.jpg)
Everything you need to know about MTG Fallout
By Abigail Shannon last updated
Guide Magic: The Gathering Fallout promises to be a very S.P.E.C.I.A.L. release, so here's the lowdown on its cards, characters, and more.
![Ruxa, Patient Professor card from Magic The Gathering (this is me teaching you how to play Magic: The Gathering)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rntaEERnTYaw65nFFfR2cJ-320-80.jpg)
How to play Magic: The Gathering
By Abigail Shannon published
Guide Our beginner's guide on how to play Magic: The Gathering, including a run down of everything from card types to combat.
![Image promoting Humble Bumble deal on the Dune TTRPG](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dqz7nyKyVsSTRc58Qn6MMZ-320-80.png)
This spicy Dune Tabletop RPG deal lets you rule Arrakis for as little as $1
By Abigail Shannon published
Deal Humble Bundle is offering an impressive deal on Dune Tabletop RPG books for a limited time
![Featured image for Crocs Jibbitz showing Jibbitz selection](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QV8mExzzdECcxpAJpneYCe-320-80.jpg)
Best Crocs Jibbitz in 2024
By Abigail Shannon published
Buying Guide Show your fandom on your feet with these Crocs charms
![Image of two Magic The Gathering Assassin's Creed cards, Leonardo Da Vinci and Cleopatra, Exiled Pharoah](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nqvDUY975VTWGCJiBVPYAT-320-80.jpg)
MTG Assassin's Creed brings da Vinci and Cleopatra to the battlefield, fans hold out for more historical crossovers
By Abigail Shannon published
News Could a Julius Caesar commander be on the cards?
![Promotional image for the upcoming Mass Effect board game, featuring female Shephard, Garrus, Tali and Laria](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LujrnHDcPVDH8Lkr9G2sf8-320-80.png)
Mass Effect the Board Game brings back Shepard and the Normandy crew
By Abigail Shannon published
News A cooperative story-driven board game based on Mass Effect 3 is on the way from the studio behind the Skyrim board game.
![Three gnome minis from the Warhammer Blood Bowl Gnome team, one of which has a goose accompanying him](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zBqnNULa6nGbfmQQLzw3oF-320-80.png)
These gnomes are the most perfect little oddballs ever added to Warhammer Blood Bowl
By Abigail Shannon published
News Glimdwarrow Groundhogs are the first gnome minis in almost 40 years.
![Traditional painting of a muscular anthropomorphic lion. His fur is white and he wears a blue loincloth.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LqzCg8xwKPosL9aoSRKzYF-320-80.jpg)
Wizards of the Coast wanted a lion upskirt for MTG Modern Horizons 3 (seriously)
By Abigail Shannon last updated
News MTG Modern Horizons 3 artist Caraid said that Wizards of the Coast specifically chose an upskirt shot that raised eyebrows.
![Daggerheart promo image showing a wheelchair user casting magic.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/o58NJcwCr2ZGSEoh4ZfATT-320-80.png)
Critical Role really wants you to break their upcoming TTRPG, Daggerheart
By Abigail Shannon last updated
News Daggerheart is getting an Open Beta Playtest very soon.
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