The Gathering
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Ph: +353 61 315 133Email: GJACKSON180@GMAIL.COM
About
Twenty six years ago, I was working in “The Games People Play” a games store in Limerick. I had just convinced several friends to hand over their hard earned cash to pay for a year’s club membership when the shop closed down. Motivated by a mixture of guilt and presented opportunity, but mainly guilt, I decided to set up my own shop. With a loan and a motley crew and over the course of one weekend in February 1997 we transformed a premises on Lower Gerald Griffin Street into “The Gathering Games and Hobby Shop”.
There was no electricity, phone or running water, and I had yet to set up any accounts with any gaming companies, but I still recall with fondness the candlelit evening games when laughter was loud and dice rolls were difficult to confirm. The shop has always had a strict code universally applied whether to boy, girl, old, young, Professor or pauper. Enjoy the game, play by the rules, win or lose shake hands and don’t hover around gamers looking for answers when they're in the middle of a game.
All kinds of people have passed through the doors of The Gathering, played games, made friends, learned a few harsh life lessons, grown up, well, some have merely aged without the commensurate wisdom and maturity. Everyone is welcome. Most are welcome back! All are Gathering Alumni. After running the shop for a year, I held our first gaming convention, Conclave, in Halla Ide on Thomas Street. This year marks the 25th anniversary of that convention. Twenty five years of cards and models, wargames and board games, and people coming together to battle it out for victory or epic failure.
There is a Gathering theory that it’s not if you win or lose, it’s if you can do something spectacular. We have had many spectacular stories and life events over the last 25 years, and continue to make these great stories with the new generation of Gathering Gamers. There are many great tales to be told and photos to be shared. If you have any, feel free to send them to us so that we can share them on your behalf.
Upcoming Tournaments
Armory Event
Sun 23rd Nov, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 30th Nov, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 7th Dec, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
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Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Skirmish Season 13
Sun 14th Dec, 12 PM Blitz
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Prepare for the final Blitz beatdown with Skirmish Season 13!
Skirmish is back from November 29 to December 14, with Blitz taking center stage as the headlining format. This marks the last time Blitz will be included in seasonal organized play, so make sure to lock in your spot to celebrate the fast and frenzied format’s final run.
Although Blitz is being retired from organized play at Skirmish level and higher, stores will still be able to run Blitz Armory Events and Blitz On Demand Events. We encourage stores to continue running casual Blitz events if it best serves the needs of their local community.
Skirmish Season 13 is the perfect opportunity to come together in the Flesh and Blood to give Blitz a proper send-off. Skirmish offers exciting yet low-stakes gameplay, new Cold Foil prize cards, and a great stepping stone for newer players into competitive play. More information on Skirmish Season 13 will be published in the coming weeks.
Don’t miss out on being a part of this landmark season!
Armory Event
Sun 21st Dec, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 4th Jan, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 11th Jan, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 18th Jan, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Armory Event
Sun 25th Jan, 2 PM Classic Constructed Event Link
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and cunning with Classic Constructed, the quintessential Flesh and Blood experience. In this format, players select a hero and construct an 80-card deck filled with lethal weapons, game-changing equipment, and signature moves that will leave their opponents reeling. With intense 1v1 combat and high stakes on the line, Classic Constructed offers a thrilling gameplay experience that will put even the most seasoned players to the test.
Road to Nationals 2026
Sun 1st Feb, 12 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
The path to greatness starts in your store with 2026 Road to Nationals!
Road to Nationals provides players with a direct qualification to National Championships, plus prize cards and playmats!
Armory Event
Sun 8th Feb, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 15th Feb, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 22nd Feb, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 1st Mar, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 8th Mar, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 15th Mar, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 22nd Mar, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland
Armory Event
Sun 29th Mar, 2 PM Classic Constructed
43 Lower Gerald Griffin St, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 Y1F7, Ireland