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From earlier, Glinmaethor given a "fetch my stuff for cheap pay" task by a Gondorian businesswoman.

Glin was called a "dolt" by her. She prefers that to "war hero" and other lofty titles. Simple jobs are important.

After all, if someone can't do a simple job properly, don't give them responsibility over something much harder. A lesson our world would benefit from remembering, to be honest.

Most board games are made in China, with a little manufacturing taking place in Germany. It's not because U.S.-based designers don't want to manufacture at home — the infrastructure and expertise to make parts like counters and dice simply doesn't exist. @arstechnica looked at how Trump's tariffs might affect board games — a story that will be likely be played out across many industries over the coming months and years.

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Board game box.
Ars Technica · Trump tariffs terrify board game designersBy Nate Anderson