Submitted by flipper1965 t3_11nqcts in WorcesterMA
Pvt_Wierzbowski t1_jbodz4n wrote
That’s Entertainment
Magicannon t1_jbop2o5 wrote
It's a bit of a ride, but down 146 in Whitinsville there's a card shop called Great Stories. They do the main TCGs, tabletop stuff including Warhammer-style things and D&D, and there's comics available too.
Magic is the most popular TCG there and they have way more space for it compared to That's E.
raider34 t1_jbos7d6 wrote
The people at Great Stories are awesome. I’m not into a lot of the things in there but my young son is and they spend waaaaaay more time than I’d ever expect anyone to with him and explain things that I can’t answer or get him curious about things other than Pokémon. Love, love love Great Stories.
Mortal-Nightmare t1_jbpq4sr wrote
I will third the above. Great stories has become my favorite shop to visit. So much space for open play of various games. Very willing to help anyone in the store, I am there for myself with bigger games somedays and my young kids for Pokemon cards others. All times they have been happily talking with customers, taking calls and seeing things aside for folks coming in shortly. They really take the extra time for anyone no matter what they may end up getting while there. Thanks to all who work there!
Spicyginger85 t1_jbq6nyz wrote
I can’t sing Great Stories praises enough.
mistersmithutah t1_jbqyx4v wrote
I love it there! We discovered it over the holidays and the folks that run the place are great! My kid goes there for MTG and my fam is set up for comics. Ad an aside, Friendly Liquors is in the same park and they are also fantastic.
22Burner t1_jbr8q2d wrote
I know a kid from Whitinsville, he’s one of my seniors and says the town is tiny
my_ashy_paintbox t1_jboi1nx wrote
Or the Otaku place in Auburn mall
bentheechidna t1_jbonwko wrote
Otaku Sekai. Never been but I'm in a discord server for TCG players in Worcester that I found through That's E and they talk about Otaku Sekai and other LGS's around Worcester county.
Pvt_Wierzbowski t1_jboqhwr wrote
Otaku Sekai is wonderful. I hope they stick around.
Lil_Brown_Bat t1_jbp71zv wrote
>Otaku Sekai
Huh. When did that get there?
Pvt_Wierzbowski t1_jbpgm9i wrote
A few months ago, I think. They used to be a floor kiosk, but they've since moved into the old Hollister space. I do like how a Japanese-themed space occupies a storefront modeled to look like a Southern California beachside bungalow.
Esuts t1_jbqd9bh wrote
I mean, lean into it and get those One Piece cardboard cutouts, am I right?
my_ashy_paintbox t1_jbpgdxo wrote
You haven't frequented the Auburn mall recently, I don't blame you. (it's been there around the same time Aunty Annie's closed)
Lil_Brown_Bat t1_jbq4sy9 wrote
Not since before Xmas. I am poor right now.
Unlucky-Boot-6567 t1_jbp9vi6 wrote
Went there looking to buy manga, don’t know how they stay open when they don’t sell anything
my_ashy_paintbox t1_jbpa444 wrote
this^ there is no way they are bringing in enough to afford mall rent, too niche
Unlucky-Boot-6567 t1_jbpam45 wrote
They had some candy and soda for sale but that was it I think? The person working was like uhhh no but there might be some manga laying around you can read here lol.
Aeolian_Wisp t1_jbr6gwh wrote
I actually work there! If you're a tabletop rpg player we have some one-shot nights coming up that still have open spots. Totally free. Just give us a call to sign up. :)
Pvt_Wierzbowski t1_jbrjy5k wrote
Forever grateful your store exists and survived 2020. Thank you for your service.
NoIdeaWhatToD0 t1_jbog6t0 wrote
It sucks that that's like the only place around here.
tommyverssetti t1_jbopblw wrote
They’re not though there’s a card store at Public Market as well. Joes Albums as well for records. I guess they’re the only one locally that sells used gaming systems.
And a new card store on Route 9 in Shrewsbury next to Bean Counter
outb0undflight t1_jbpkwzp wrote
There's also a retro game store that opened up in Shrewsbury called Lady Mo's Attic Treasures. Looks like they have some consoles and might have better luck getting stuff there than That's E where a lot of times the popular stuff sells real quick.
Retro gaming as a whole is too expensive for me now, but it could be a decent option.
NoIdeaWhatToD0 t1_jbs7xft wrote
What if you're not into gaming though and you're just an introvert in general?
Jesman1971 t1_jbpte32 wrote
I agree, go to the store , that’s entertainment!! Great retro, collectible store.
Atari875 t1_jbqkbbd wrote
Best thing about Worcester to be honest.
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