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Thistle Tavern Reports

Geek Native provides an authoritative and independent perspective on Thistle Tavern, a topic we have followed since this topic emerged in the roleplaying games industry. This collection of 5 articles evaluates industry shifts through original reporting and critical analysis. This resource evaluates first-hand data from official industry announcements and crowdfunding mechanics.

Pokemon 30th anniversary card values driven by scarcity not hype

September 15, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

As the Pokemon trading card game approaches its 30th anniversary, local retailers warn against release day hype while auction records top $360,000 for rare cards.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: card games, infographics, pokemon, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, thistle tavern, trading cards

Tabletop Scotland targets growth and charity fundraising in Edinburgh return

August 8, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Tabletop Scotland 2026 returns to the Royal Highland Centre from 4 to 6 September with an expanded screen-free Family Zone and Scottish Huntington’s Association as charity partner.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: conventions, edinburgh, hachette, tabletop scotland, thistle tavern

Routinely Itemised: RPG #357

April 18, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Discover the latest tabletop news from Scotland’s oldest gaming convention. We cover Innsmouth in Ravenloft, Paizo’s 13 Omens, and big Edinburgh updates.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: Dungeons & Dragons, routinely itemised, schwalb entertainment, thistle tavern, wizards of the coast

Thistle Tavern expands: £2M milestone and new Edinburgh flagship

April 16, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Thistle Tavern hits a 2 million pound turnover and announces a new Edinburgh flagship. Read our interview with Stuart Robb on the future of Scottish tabletop gaming.

Filed Under: Interviews, Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: tabletop scotland, thistle tavern

Beyond the foil: Stuart Robb on the “dark arts” of trading card manipulation

March 17, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Trading card expert Stuart Robb from Aberdeen’s Thistle Tavern warns of a rising tide in pack tampering and weighing. Learn how to identify resealed foil and protect your collection from unscrupulous sellers in 2026.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: ccg, magic: the gathering, Scotland, tabletop scotland, thistle tavern

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