Wandering Adventures

The holidays are the perfect time to surprise the hobbyist or gamer in your life with something they’ll truly enjoy. Whether you’re shopping for a painter, a card player, or someone brand new to the hobby, this guide will help you find the right gift. Everything here is available at Wandering Adventures, 7766 Martin Grove Road, Unit 5, Woodbridge. Stocking Stuffers (Under $20) Small but thoughtful gifts that every gamer can use: Dice sets – Always a favorite; you can never have too many. Card sleeves – Essential for protecting trading card decks. Paintbrushes – Good quality brushes are a must for miniature painters. Playmarkers- A unique was to paint miniatures Trivia/ Card Game- quick games to enjoy around the holidays Perfect for: Stockings, add-ons, or quick thank-you gifts. Hobby Essentials Great tools, paints and puzzles that make the holidays more enjoyable: Contrast paints – Speed up painting with vibrant results. Paint handles – Makes holding miniatures easier while painting. Wet palettes – Keeps paints fresh for longer sessions. Puzzles- Enjoy a cozy evening creating amazing images with family Dice Bags- Carry your dice in style with these beautifully handcrafted dice bags Perfect for: Painters and hobbyists who want to upgrade their toolkit, or those that want to make a memory with family. Starter Sets  For someone new or curious about a game, starter sets are the best way to begin: Warhammer Starter Boxes – Everything needed to begin exploring the Warhammer universe. Flesh & Blood Armory Decks – A great introduction to this fast-paced arena card game. MTG: Commander Decks – Easy entry point for new players or great variety for veterans. Perfect for: Beginners and anyone looking to explore a new hobby. Big Gifts  Impressive gifts that make a lasting impact: Board games – Great for family or group play over the holidays. Army boxes – Perfect for Warhammer fans wanting to expand their forces or start a new one. RPG Books – Roleplaying game sourcebooks for expanding a collection or starting a new one. Perfect for: Dedicated hobbyists and collectors. Special Deals We will also have a few specials going on in-store:Mini Painter Starter Kit3 Paints, 1 Brush, Gamer's Grass Tuft- $32.99Advanced Painter Pack6 Paints, 2 Brushes, Wet Palette for $79.99     Gift Cards Not sure what to choose? A Wandering Adventures Gift Card lets your gamer pick exactly what they want.   Visit Us This Holiday Season Stop by Wandering Adventures (7766 Martin Grove Road, Unit 5, Woodbridge) to find the perfect gift. Our team can help you choose based on who you’re shopping for. Make this holiday season fun, creative, and memorable with a gift they’ll actually use.

Weekly Commander Night at Wandering Adventures — Join Us Every Wednesday Every Wednesday evening, Wandering Adventures opens its doors to fans of Magic: The Gathering for casual but structured Commander night. Whether you’re a longtime veteran or just looking to try out Commander, Wednesday is your chance to sit down with a group, meet fellow players, and experience multiplayer Magic in a fun, social environment. What sets our night apart is that we’re using the Commander Brackets Beta system — specifically focusing on Bracket 2 decks (also called “Core”). This ensures that games stay balanced, enjoyable, and accessible, without being overwhelming. What Are Commander Brackets — And Why They Matter Commander Brackets were introduced to create a common language and shared expectations around deck power and gameplay experience. The system divides decks into five levels: Bracket 1 (Exhibition): ultra‐casual or thematic decks. Bracket 2 (Core): decks around the power of an average pre-constructed deck — the baseline for most multiplayer Commander games. Bracket 3 (Upgraded), Bracket 4 (Optimized), and Bracket 5 (cEDH): increasingly powerful, tuned, or competitive builds. For Core (Bracket 2), the goals are clear: games should be fun, social, moderately competitive — and typically last at least eight turns before someone wins or loses. By making Wednesday night a “Bracket 2 night,” we aim to offer a predictable, balanced experience for people coming together with different decks. It keeps things fair, friendly, and far less likely to result in “unwinnable” scenarios for newer or casual players. How to Build a Bracket 2 (Core) Deck — Tips If you’re thinking of bringing a deck, here’s how to make sure it fits within Bracket 2 guidelines: Aim for a “precon-plus” power level. Think of Core as roughly on par with a typical preconstructed Commander deck. You don’t need every perfect card, but the deck should be solid enough to hold its own. Prioritize theme over raw power. Use flavorful or thematic cards — this helps prevent the deck from getting tuned too aggressively. Avoid extreme combos or “infinite” loops. Bracket 2 isn’t the place for consistent two-card infinite combos, mass land denial, or repetitive extra-turn chains. Balance power with pacing. Your deck should allow for “big plays,” but the game should evolve over multiple turns — not end abruptly. Don’t over-optimize. It’s easy to take a precon and start swapping in staples or powerful cards — but that often pushes a deck into a higher bracket. Instead, focus on maintaining fun and balanced gameplay.   What to Expect Wednesday Nights at Wandering Adventures A laid-back, friendly environment — perfect for casual players and newcomers. Games that present real decisions, meaningful swings, and multiplayer interaction — without the pressure of cEDH-level optimization. A mix of decks: some standard, some thematic, all eligible for Core / Bracket 2. A good chance to meet other local Commander fans, try different strategies, and learn the format. If you’ve ever wanted to play Commander in a store setting, or just get together with like-minded players and enjoy games that feel fair and fun — Wednesday is your night. Bring your deck, your friends, and maybe a sleeve or two for trade. See you at the table.

Wandering Adventures Holiday Hobby Day Join us for a day of holiday cheer at Wandering Adventures on Saturday, December 13th, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 7766 Martin Grove Road, Unit 5, Vaughan. We’re combining a Festive Painting Challenge with a Customer Appreciation Day to celebrate the year and thank our amazing community.   Customer Appreciation We’ll have free holiday treats and hot drinks to enjoy while you browse and connect with fellow hobbyists. - Cookies- Throughout the afternoon, there will be raffle prizes given away, including board games and other festive surprises, so make sure you’re in store every hour on the hour. You can also win prizes by answering Christmas trivia questions, while supplies last. Some stuff we are giving away:-Dice-Board Games-Holiday themed calendars Festive Painting ChallengeShow off your creativity by bringing a holiday-themed miniature to enter into our Festive Painting Challenge. Think red and green color schemes, snow-covered bases, candy cane weapons — anything that captures the spirit of the season! Entries will be displayed in-store throughout the day, and the community will vote for their favourite. The winning entry will take home a prize for Community Favourite, celebrating both skill and holiday spirit.The prize this year:- Paints and Tools Set- Secret hard-to-find miniature   We’re so thankful for the support of our community this year and can’t wait to celebrate with everyone. Come enjoy treats, games, raffles, and a chance to show off your painting skills — it’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and make some festive memories with friends old and new.