Top Five by Category at Monkey Llama Games

TCG • War Games • Family Game Night

At Monkey Llama Games we see what people are actually excited to play. Every week players open packs, paint miniatures, and gather around tables with family and friends.

So we’ve put together a Top Five by Category based on what customers are loving right now in the store.

Whether you’re building your first deck, assembling an army, or planning a family game night, these are some fantastic places to start.

Top 5 Trading Card Game Picks

Trading card games bring together strategy, collecting, and community. These are some of the most exciting products players are picking up right now.

1. Pokémon Mega Evolution: Ascended Heroes Mini Tin

From the ever-popular Pokémon Trading Card Game, these collectible mini tins are perfect for collectors and players alike. Each tin includes booster packs and exclusive artwork, making them a fun way to expand your Pokémon collection.

2. Cookie Run: Age of Heroes Booster Packs

The colorful world of Cookie Run: Braverse Trading Card Game is gaining a lot of attention. These booster packs introduce new Cookies and abilities that add exciting strategies to your deck.

3. Pokémon Mega Charizard Tin

Few Pokémon are as iconic as Charizard. These tins from the Pokémon Trading Card Game are hugely popular with collectors and competitive players looking to power up their decks.

4. Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tin

When Magic: The Gathering meets Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, you get an unforgettable crossover collectible. These themed tins combine nostalgia with one of the greatest strategy card games ever created.

5. Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Boosters

Jumpstart boosters are one of the fastest ways to start playing Magic: The Gathering. Shuffle two packs together and you instantly have a playable deck—perfect for new players or quick casual games.

Top 5 War Games

War games combine strategy, hobby creativity, and epic battles. Whether you love painting miniatures or commanding armies, these are some favorites in our community.

1. Citadel Paints

From Games Workshop, Citadel Colour paints are the gold standard for miniature painting. They make it easy to bring armies to life with vibrant colors and professional finishes.

2. Warhammer 40,000 Necrons

The ancient robotic legions of Necrons from Warhammer 40,000 are a favorite among players who enjoy eerie aesthetics and powerful battlefield abilities.

3. Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game Rules

Fans of The Lord of the Rings can step into epic battles with the Middle‑earth Strategy Battle Game. This rule set lets players recreate legendary moments from Middle-earth on the tabletop.

4. Warhammer 40,000 Space Marines

The iconic defenders of humanity in Warhammer 40,000, Space Marines are one of the most recognizable armies in miniature gaming.

5. Warhammer 40,000 Introduction Sets

New to miniature gaming? Intro sets for Warhammer 40,000 are the perfect starting point. They include models, rules, and everything you need to start learning the game.

Top 5 Family Game Night Picks

Game night should be easy to learn, full of laughs, and great for mixed ages. These games consistently bring smiles around the table.

1. UNO (Especially Show ’Em No Mercy)

UNO is a classic for a reason. The “Show ’Em No Mercy” version cranks the chaos up with bigger penalties and more dramatic moments.

2. Hues and Cues

Hues and Cues is a creative guessing game where players describe colors using only words. It’s amazing how differently people interpret the same clues!

3. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza

Fast-paced and hilarious, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is a reflex game that quickly turns into laughter and chaos.

4. Butts on Things

Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like. Butts on Things is a silly photo-matching game that’s perfect for family gatherings and parties.

5. Really Loud Librarians

In Really Loud Librarians, players shout clues to help teammates guess words before time runs out. It’s loud, funny, and great for groups.

Special Mentions

Some small items in the shop still bring huge smiles:

• Stickers – perfect for decorating laptops, binders, and game boxes

• Hungry Hungry Hippos Grab & Go – a portable version of the classic marble-chomping chaos

Come Play With Us

The best part of tabletop gaming isn’t the box—it’s the people around the table.

If you’re looking to try something new, build a deck, start an army, or find the perfect game for family night, stop by Monkey Llama Games in downtown Portland.

We’d love to help you find your next favorite game.