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BATTLES IN TIME - the classic trading card game that obsessed a generation of Doctor Who fans is BACK for 2026! And we're here with Creative Director BEN ROBINSON from Master Replicas, the devious brain-mind behind the original game and its 2026 revival for an inside look at what's in store for fans who are about to have their Whoniverse rocked!

• What's it all about?
• How easy is it to play?
• Who's Who on the cards?
• How gorgeous is the artwork?
• Who has the highest Fear Factor?

Jump in and listen up right now to get all the essential info you need to start playing Doctor Who: BATTLES IN TIME!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:47 The Origins of Battles in Time
05:27 Behind the Scenes of Doctor Who Trading Cards
08:26 The Gameplay and Design Philosophy
11:09 The Evolution of the Trading Card Market
13:47 The Return of Battles in Time
16:38 Targeting a New Audience
19:21 Nostalgia and the Future of Doctor Who
23:11 Limited Editions and Market Strategies
27:27 Card Design and Collectability
29:45 Future Doctor Sets: Planning Ahead
31:18 Licensing Challenges: The Roadblocks
32:13 The Vortex Cards: Rarity and Excitement
34:56 Fan Engagement: Questions and Answers
36:47 Demand and Pre-Orders in Merchandise
39:08 The Role of Merchandise in Keeping Doctor Who Alive
40:17 Excitement for New Card Designs
42:41 Debating Character Intelligence and Scare Factor
48:06 Family Connections Through Doctor Who Merchandise
50:08 Looking Forward to Future Releases

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