jennmac, Author at GeekMom

How to Play ‘Magic: The Gathering’: The Complete Series

February 20, 2021February 18, 2021jennmac0

A complete guide on the basics of how to play ‘Magic: The Gathering,’ whether online or in person. We breakdown not just the how but also where to play ‘MTG.’

How to Play ‘Magic: The Gathering’: The Stack

February 19, 2021February 18, 2021jennmac0

What is the Stack in ‘Magic: The Gathering’? It’s a pretty big deal. In order to talk about the Stack, we must also talk about priority

Secret Lair: Black is Magic MtG Black Girls CODE

‘Secret Lair: Black Is Magic’ Celebrates the Black ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Community

February 6, 2021February 17, 2021jennmac2

Wizards of the Coast and Black Girls CODE partner up for ‘Secret Lair: Black Is Magic,’ a new alternate art set celebrating Black History and supporting girls in STEM.

How to Play ‘Magic: The Gathering’ – The Turn

February 6, 2021February 5, 2021jennmac2

Today we’re talking about the turn order, and taking baby’s first ‘Magic’ turn!

How to Play ‘Magic: the Gathering’: Baby’s First Magic Deck Part 2

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021jennmac2

Welcome back to How to Play Magic: The Gathering: Baby’s First Magic Deck! This is Part 2 of the series where we continue to build this mono Green ‘Food’ themed deck by Mason Clark. In case you missed it, you can catch up with part 1 here. Let’s start with talking about Planeswalkers. Planeswalkers Now that […]

How to Play ‘Magic: The Gathering’: Baby’s First Magic Deck Part 1

February 3, 2021February 2, 2021jennmac0

Learn how to build a Magic the Gathering deck, including different card categories and how to use them. Part 1 of 2: Baby’s First Magic deck

The Breakdown of Each $4.99 Bundle in ‘Magic: The Gathering’

January 31, 2021January 29, 2021jennmac0

GeekMom breakdown on each $4.99 bundle in ‘Magic: The Gathering Arena’ and ‘Magic: The Gathering Online’ so you don’t have to buy both.

The 5 Mechanics You Need to Know to Play ‘Magic the Gathering: Kaldheim’

January 28, 2021January 27, 2021jennmac0

What are some things you need to know before playing MtG‘s Kaldheim? Every new expansion in the Magic the Gathering realm comes with it’s own abilities, unique cards and lore to match the beautiful art. If you’re antsy do dive right in, boot up that PC and log onto Magic the Gathering Arena or Magic […]

Play ‘Magic the Gathering’ at Home For Free!

January 25, 2021January 24, 2021jennmac0

Mom life is synonymous with chaos. Magic the Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons have kept me going during this pandemic. It breaks my heart to see a mom’s hobbies fall to the wayside, or not prioritized as self care. In my journey towards self discovery, getting in touch with my hobbies has been vital for […]

Review: ‘My Captain America: A Granddaughter’s Memoir of a Legendary Comic Book Artist’

August 28, 2020August 27, 2020jennmac0

To the world, Joe Simon was the grandfather of comics. To Megan Margulies, he was simply “Daddy Joe.”

Here School Starts in Two Weeks, and Parents are Not Okay

August 19, 2020August 18, 2020jennmac0

While many families are already back to school, here school starts in two weeks. While I should be planning the new routine my kids, instead I’m laying on a couch in and out of consciousness. I’m burnt out. Exhausted. Scared. Anxious. Sad. Depressed. I don’t know if overwhelmed is a strong enough word. I […]

Life Is Like a Video Game… Well, Mostly.

March 8, 2020March 7, 2020jennmac0

Oliver Emberton explained life is like a video game in which the ultimate goal is balancing resources while dealing with life’s detriments or perks and using your time and energy toward skill building to create a resource called money.

Death Stranding: Was It All Worth It? Yes and No

March 4, 2020March 3, 2020jennmac0

After four years of hype, the main question is: Is ‘Death Stranding’ worth playing?

Fandom Stories: Metal Gear Solid

December 4, 2019December 4, 2019jennmac0

A fandom created by a deep emotional bridge connecting to a former version of yourself. You know there are others out there, but who are they; where do you find them? Do you want to find them, given the deeply personal connection you have with the material?

Rebel Wilson’s Kpop Movie is Already Missing One Thing: ‘Han’

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019jennmac0

As a biracial Korean American Kpop lover, I’ll just say this to Rebel Wilson: if you want to help us, help us sell our own stories.

The Nominees Announced for The Game Awards 2019

November 19, 2019November 19, 2019jennmac5

The Game Awards 2019: ot’s time to cast your votes and show your love for the video games that made an impact in your life this year.

‘The Color Monster: A Pop-Up of Feelings’ by Anna Llenas

November 1, 2019December 2, 2019jennmac0

Parenting challenges never wane, they shift from physical needs to emotional needs, the more your child is exposed to “real life.” This is why every kid’s shelf needs ‘The Color Monster: A Pop-Up Book of Feelings’ by Anna Llenas.

How Quitting Video Games Made Me Miserable (And How I Fixed It)

October 27, 2019October 25, 2019jennmac6

Pregnant with our first child, I heard all the standard questions. Yet, there was one question I never prepared for: “When are you going to stop playing video games?”

Is Natalie Portman ‘Worthy’ of the Mjolnir?

July 24, 2019July 23, 2019jennmac1

The answer is, of course, ‘yes.’ Natalie Portman will make a great Mighty Thor. Diversity is always a win. Now let’s bring some of that inclusion into the board room!

8 Ways Adventuring in ‘Final Fantasy XIV’ Is Better Than Your Date Nights

July 21, 2019July 19, 2019jennmac1

Date nights cause me more stress than they are worth.