In Part 2, we talk about why pre-release events are held outside of stores, and what impact those events might be having on sales made in brick and mortar stores.

Steven Olsen of A Little Shop of Comics in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, who kicked off our discussion of CCG pre-release events responds to Dave Salisbury of Fan Boy Three with some numbers, and says, 'numbers don't lie.'

Wizard Entertainment is ending publication of InQuest Gamer , effective in September.

Wizards of the Coast announced that the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn set will include the first of a new card type--planeswalkers.

Wizards of the Coast announced that the 'Jelly' tournament pack expansion will be released on May 2, 2008.

Brian Jacoby of Secret Headquarters in Tallahassee, Florida thinks WotC's pre-release program discourages excluded retailers.

Mark Rosewater, head designer for MTG, has explained that the Lorwyn block will deviate from the standard 3-set blocks.

Marlin Equity Partners has acquired Ultra Pro, a leading manufacturer of storage products for the sports and gaming collectible markets.

WizKids has filed suit against Wizards of the Coast seeking a declaratory judgment that will invalidate WotC's 'CSG' patent.

Wizards of the Coast has announced that Saturday, July 14th will be Magic Game Day at premier hobby shops and other stores around the country.