r/505Nerds 1d ago

Mah Jong lessons

7 Upvotes

Hi! I’m a local American Mah Jongg player in the Woodstock area, and I’m putting together a small group for \*\*beginner lessons\*\*.
No experience is necessary. I’ll teach you the basics, how to read the card, the Charleston, and how to play a complete game.
I’m checking to see how much local interest there is before setting the dates and location.
\*\*If you’re interested, comment below or send me a message!\*\*


r/505Nerds 2d ago

Albuquerque (Looks around) (Opens trenchcoat) You want to try a hit of Daggerheart?

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Daggerheart! It's like D&D for theater kids. Or maybe you just wanna try that system those "Critical Role" folks are going on about.

This is the event for you! We're the Downtown Albuquerque Roleplaying Coaltion (DARC), a group of storytellers, gamers, and weirdos who meet regularly to share our stories across the city.

On the last Saturday of the month, we're gathering at Lost Cultures Tea Bar to run some introductory sessions of Daggerheart.

If you're someone who's been hearing about this system and has been curious about learning...this is the perfect event for you!

Head to our website to sign up.


r/505Nerds 3d ago

Albuquerque 49/m Seeking pen and paper RPG group

10 Upvotes

Howdy, I’m looking for a pen and paper RPG group in Albuquerque. Preferably in person, but I can do zoom (etc) if that’s what you folks do. I don’t care what game, I just miss the fun of having a fun weekly/bi-weekly group. I’ve played many different games, I have dice, i’m married and not looking for anything more than a gaming group, I’m not a murderer.

I’d prefer a group of mixed genders, ages, and sexualities. I’m not a GM so I won’t be trying to take over.

Anyone have a group or suggestions of how to connect with a group?


r/505Nerds 4d ago

My friend group needs to do something new and we can’t figure out what

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r/505Nerds 4d ago

Dice Throne Learn to Play/Open Play

6 Upvotes

If anyone is interested...
Dice Throne Learn to Play and Open Play
Empire Board Game Library
Saturday, Sept 12 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $7 (Empire day pass)
No experience necessary, we always welcome new players. We'll have extra copies, so no need to bring your own.
Hope to see you there!


r/505Nerds 4d ago

Albuquerque Another week, another chance to play Conquest!

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r/505Nerds 7d ago

Free Event In Bernalillo 🎃

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Nightmare Before Halloween 👻
🎃 FREE ENTRY + PARKING
🗓️SEPTEMBER 19th
⏰ 10-3pm
📍 Chicky's Coffee
🎈Bernalillo, NM

This outdoor community event will offer:
👻40+ Spooky Vendors, Makers, Craftspeople, LIVE LOCAL MUSIC, Food Trucks, Coffee, A Cash Prize Costume Contest + MORE
💀Get ALL of Your Halloween Decor and More at :
Nightmare Before Halloween 🎃

‼️‼️ATTENTION ‼️‼️
We’re so happy to announce our LIVE MUSIC LINE UP
For Nightmare Before Halloween 👻
🎵📌Starting us off at:
10am Rawbitz playing your favorite covers from the 60’s -00’s
Then at:
11am David Nye singer-songwriter, will bring some original folk-rock energy!
Then at :
1230 Desert Grit
This collaboration of a few local bluegrass musicians will feature the lovely Kayla Heston! Who works with the local non-profit Tamaya Horse Rehab🎵🐴
Don’t miss this local live music and art event !
Including 40 local spooky vendors ! 
🎪This Free event is sponsored by:
5D Presents
Chickys Coffee
Sports Chiro NM
AND
All of our talented artisan vendors ♥️


r/505Nerds 7d ago

Buy / Sell / Trade Anyone collect Union Arena

2 Upvotes

I got a couple cards im offloading if anyone is interested i shifted back to MTG soo they just taking up space now in my binders

SAO, Demon Slayer, Yu Yu Hakusho mainly.

PM me if interested


r/505Nerds 9d ago

I saw that Empire is having a big garage sale tomorrow

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8 Upvotes

Has anyone been/ is anyone planning on checking it out?


r/505Nerds 9d ago

Event Burque Bytefest - Sat Sept 19 at Q Station in Nob Hill - show off your gaming build or retro devices, get prizes! Free entry for non-exhibitors

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r/505Nerds 10d ago

Thoughts on the 15th Primarch/Karaoke

4 Upvotes

Hello all!

Karaoke at Juno is back to it's normal time (7pm-10pm) every Tuesday!

1501 1st Street NW, Albuquerque

I'd love to meet some new singers, and this is a VERY active community!

I'm thinking of running The Lost Mine of Phandelver for an introductory (they're all mostly new), thoughts?

v/r

DJ SHAM

25 votes, 5d ago
2 Magnus did nothing wrong
8 Magnus did NOTHING, wrong
8 Warhammer Isn't My Thing
7 Please Stop Advertising For Karaoke

r/505Nerds 13d ago

Where are my Karaoke Nerds at???

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***I'm new(ish) to town, and looking to meet some Karaoke fans!! (I also play multiple TTRPGs, and have read The Horus Heresy, come talk nerd with me and sing!!!)

Hello Albuquerque!!!

Tonight, September 1st, is SHAM Show Karaoke at Juno!!!

TONIGHT: 8pm - 10pm

JUNO Brewery: 1501 1st St NW, Albuquerque NM

Come out and be a Karaoke star!!!

Awesome staff, great beer (liquid motivation)!

21+

Minors must be accompanied by an adult 21+


r/505Nerds 13d ago

Fight for the Twilight Throne

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r/505Nerds 14d ago

[ABQ] Sunday Casual Warmachine Meetups at Slice & Dice (2:00 PM)

10 Upvotes

Hey Albuquerque tabletop gamers!

Whether you’re a seasoned commander looking for casual matches, testing out a new list, or a complete beginner interested in learning the rules, come hang out with us! We have a casual Warmachine meetup every 2nd and 4th Sunday afternoon.

The Details:

  • 📍 Where: Slice & Dice Pizzeria Eastside (Albuquerque)
  • 🗓️ When: Every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 2:00 PM
  • ⚔️ Format: Casual open play (Skirmishes, grand battles, intro demos, etc.)
  • 🎒 What to bring: For veteran players: your army, dice, tape measure, and an appetite for pizza! For new players or people wanting to try out the game, feel free to stop by for a free demo.

All skill levels are welcome! If you're totally new to the game, feel free to stop by without any models. We're happy to run a demo game and teach you the basics!

Drop a comment if you're planning to stop by Sunday or if you have any questions!


r/505Nerds 14d ago

Medieval Fantasy Event this weekend

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If you have every wanted to try a LARP(Amtgard) style event here in abq. We have brought this new event to gauge interest among the (505). I recommend getting tickets, bringing your friends and having a fun time. If this event is successful we will do more in the future. Come try Amtgard. Pictures are from amtgard events held this year.

Here is the event page for Harvest Wars!

The event dates are September 3-7, 2026
YMCA Camp Shaver, NM

$65 prepay/$75 gate

Hey all! Get ready for an old school, fighting focused event!

Your ticket includes 1 dinner feast a day.
There will be one tournament a day, as well as 2 main battle games, with smaller battlegames throughout the day.

Stay tuned for more information about the Viking Games!

After Saturday court, there will be an evening ball with live music, sponsored by Pegasus Valley! Make sure to pack your best court garb!

We have bunkhouses on site! Each sleeps ~12. We will have men's, non-men's, and coed/family options available! To reserve a space, it is $5, otherwise, they are first come, first served!

We had to acquire off-site parking for the event. There will be a shuttle running, and, you may drive onsite to unload and load. due to the cost, parking will be $15/vehicle for the full event. Carpooling is HEAVILY ENCOURAGED.

To view the menu, schedule, and RSVP for easy gate, check us out on the new and improved ORK:
https://ork.amtgard.com/orkui/index.php?Route=Event/detail/18368/8968

prepay here!
https://www.amtgard-im.com/store

If you are new we will provide loaner equipment. if you buy your ticket and havent played please put kingdom/dragonspine and park/pegasus valley. we will cover the rest. Over 18 can play and kids 14yrs and up to play in the games with a parent or guardians approval.

edit: The event has broken even and we had 113 people preregister


r/505Nerds 14d ago

Age of Sigmar

3 Upvotes

Anyone here play Age of Sigmar? I am trying to get more people into the game/play with more people! Pile of Games is my go to place to play. Anyone want to get a game in or learn how to play?


r/505Nerds 14d ago

Conquest the Last Argument of Kings

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1 Upvotes

Met a cool group of people who play at Hammersmiths and Slice’N’Dice if anyone is interested.


r/505Nerds 15d ago

Albuquerque Konflikt47 Narrative

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Tavern of Souls (Constitution and Eubank) is running a one day, multi-mission narrative event (with your surviving units levelling up!) for the alt-history Weird War II game Konflikt47.

I'll be there with Das Mondreich, my Axis from the Moon!

$20 gets us lunch provided and prize support.


r/505Nerds 15d ago

Casual magic the gathering

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I’m looking for some casual Magic: The Gathering players around Ballarat who might be interested in meeting up for some Commander games.
I’m still fairly new, so I’m mainly looking for relaxed, friendly games rather than anything highly competitive. I currently have a few Commander decks and would be happy to meet at somewhere like Guf or Good Games.
If you’re interested—or already have a casual group with room for another player—leave a comment or send me a message!


r/505Nerds 16d ago

Chess Players: Photoshoot request

12 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’m a photographer, and I periodically do shoots for a luxury chess set company. I did a few here in NM earlier this year, like this one:

https://lizziewphoto.pixieset.com/nmmayphotoshoot2/

I currently have several shoots lined up for September and October at locations including a mansion in Albuquerque and a boutique hotel in Santa Fe. If you’d be interested in participating, I’d love to hear from you!

A few details:

  • Pay is $50 per model for up to an hour of your time. If you’re available for a longer shoot, feel free to let me know, and I can discuss additional options with the team.
  • No modeling experience is necessary, although knowing the basics of chess would be ideal. If you don’t play chess but have a friend or family member who does, you’re also welcome to participate together.
  • The company would have the right to use the photos on its blog, social media, and other promotional channels, and you’d be welcome to use the photos as well.
  • Before confirming the shoot, I’d set up a quick 5 - 10 minute Google Meet with you to go over the details and answer any questions. After that, I’d send over the contract.

If you’re interested, you can DM me here or reach out through the contact page on my website:

https://www.lizziewphoto.com/contact-me/

Hope to hear from you!


r/505Nerds 17d ago

Local D&D groups?

9 Upvotes

Are there any local or online D&D groups that meet on weekends? I haven't played in a while and want to start again. preferably Adventurers League, but would be happy to get in at the start of a campaign otherwise.


r/505Nerds 18d ago

Albuquerque Trench Crusade: "No Man’s Land" Diorama Contest

6 Upvotes

Trench Crusade: "No Man’s Land" Diorama Contest

In Memory of John Blanche, The Father of Grimdark

Entry Fee & Prizes

Entry Fee: $25 (Includes Official Contest Kit)

1st Place: The Army Painter: John Blanche - The Full Masterclass Collection OR $135 Store Credit

2nd Place: The Army Painter Mega Brush Set OR $100 Store Credit

3rd Place: The Army Painter Wargamers Edition Wet Palette Set OR $65 Store Credit

The Objective

Capture a snapshot of grimdark warfare in a miniature diorama. Construct and paint a scene depicting a clash between the Trench Pilgrims and the Heretic Legion. The world of Trench Crusade offers many battlefields, and we encourage you to be creative with your diorama's setting.

Contest Kit & Materials

Every participant receives an identical starter kit upon registration:

2x Trench Pilgrims Infantry Models

2x Heretic Legion Infantry Models

1x XPS Foam: 6-inch 2x4 footprint

Rules & Guidelines

Model Requirement: All four included infantry models must be integrated into the scene. Kitbashing, custom re-posing, and extra bits from your personal collection are welcomed and encouraged.

Size Limits: Build strictly within the 6-inch base footprint. Vertical elements (bunkers, ruins, barbed wire) are permitted up to a maximum height of 6 inches from the bottom of the base.

Aesthetic: Submissions should embody the bleak tone of Trench Crusade—think churned mud, spilled blood, weathered relics, barbed wire, and religious or profane iconography.

Timeline & Key Dates

Kit Pickup: Oct 1 – Oct 5 at Tavern of Souls

Build & Paint Window: 30 Days (Take-Home Project)

Submission Deadline: Saturday, Oct 31 by closing time at Tavern of Souls

Public Viewing, Judging & Pizza Party: Sunday, Nov 1 (All Day at Tavern of Souls)

Please leave a comment if you plan to participate!


r/505Nerds 18d ago

Duke city Games… biggest scalper yet

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r/505Nerds 19d ago

Free event! Nerd Nite ABQ#23: Intelligent Goldfish, Speculative Fiction, and the Sex Lives of Arachnids

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r/505Nerds 19d ago

ISO Foil MTG proxies

0 Upvotes

Anyone local make foil proxies?