Pensacola Beach, Florida
February 21 – 24, 2002
I too must add my thanks to those who organized GG9. It was my 2nd GG, and although smaller than Nashville, it was no less fun.
In some ways, the time between GG8 and GG9 seemed shorter than 6 months. The friendships developed at GG8 continued at GG9 as if it had been only a few days. This is a tremendous set of people.
I had the opportunity to play many new games at GG9. Here’s my ratings, for what they’re worth:
5-would play repeatedly
3-would play occasionally
1-don’t want to play again
KuhHandel – 3
Vampire Cards – 3
Bus – 4
5ive Straight – 5. Although a 1968 game, I hadn’t played it before.
Mexica – 3
Zoff in Buffalo – 3
Capitol – 3
Pig Pile – 3
Pick Two – 3
Rage – 3
Vom Kap Bis Kairo – 4
Stimmt So – 4
Ikarus – 3
Nicht de Bohn – 1. Note-the game itself is worthy of repeated play. However, I avoid games where another player can give you large negative points, because in the past I found myself taking it personally.
San Marco – 3
Looking at this list, and realizing that I also played games that I was already familiar with, it’s amazing how many games you can play over a long weekend. What an interesting pastime we all have. Thanks for sharing it.
I look forward to Savannah. My wife and sons are planning to attend also.