Long Shot: The Dice Game

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Dynamic gameplay
Multiple strategic options
Exciting betting mechanics
Unpredictable horse movement

Cons

Heavy reliance on luck/dice rolls
Can be frustrating for players with bad rolls

Thematic elements

Horse racing and betting
Horse racing track
Competitive

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting — Players place bets on horses to potentially increase winnings
Dice rolling — Uses an 8-sided and 6-sided die to determine horse movement
Horse ownership — Players can buy and own specific horses

Video topics + discussion points

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Quotes (from this video)

It's saturday morning, it's race day baby!
We're betting on horses and screaming at each other
I feel like I'm at the track, broke and hungry

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Accessible, light-to-middling weight with a crunchy dice-driven race mechanic
Strong thematic integration with horse racing and betting elements
Replayability through multiple horse-card sets and evolving market dynamics
Inclusion of a dry erase marker supports ongoing play and easy setup
Clear, engaging setup and explanation in the preview video that translates well to Kickstarter expectations

Cons

Scoring can feel tense or potentially fiddly for some players, especially during crunch time
Prototype status means balance and components may change before final release
Some players may perceive the dice randomness as overly punishing or too volatile for a long session

Thematic elements

horse racing, betting, push-your-luck dynamics
Racetrack during a modern-day horse race
dice-driven race narrative with track progression and finish-line tension

Comparison games

Long Shot (original)

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

betting_and_money_management — Players manage money (the purse) and place bets using a set of actions each round. Bets affect earnings and can shape endgame scores, introducing economic risk into the race dynamics.
dice_roll — Each round uses two dice: one to identify the active horse number and another to determine how far that horse can move. The randomness of the dice drives the pacing of the race and forces players to adapt strategies on the fly.
finish_line_and_scoring — Horses finish by crossing the track’s finish line and entering the winner’s circle. Finished horses are not movable or bet on, and scoring tallies money, bets, and horse-abilities to determine the winner after three horses have finished.
five_actions_per_round — After an activation, players choose one of five possible actions per turn (e.g., concession bets, improving odds on a horse, buying a horse, or other race-related actions). This adds a layer of strategic planning and interaction as players race to optimize their position before the finish.
horse_cards_and_market — Eight horse cards form a market. Players select which cards are in play, face them near the track, and use their associated costs and abilities to influence movement, betting odds, and potential bonuses.
player_boards_and_tracking — Each player has a personal board to mark bets and money privately, while the shared trackboard records horse positions, the finish line status, and the winner’s circle positions. Marks on player boards are erased as the game progresses.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

plan and push your luck as the action unfolds in this tense race of eight horses
it's not really a dice game really it's kind of a rolling ride
research look at it because this is going to be on Kickstarter
this is a prototype we played
one thing that's going to be added in that i do know of is that you're gonna have different sets of horse cards
we haven't even played long shot the original

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Overall sentiment (raw)

highly_positive

Pros

Fun and silly gameplay
Great in larger groups
Multiple action types create variety
Random but not purely luck-based
Takes on strategic elements despite appearance
Excellent catch-up mechanics prevent runaway leader
Social investment in other players' horses
Well-designed party game mechanics
Strategic depth surprising for party game
Can manipulate leader positions through indirect investment
Was out of stock for long time (high demand)
Original board game version less impressive

Cons

Random elements
Original Long Shot board game version is 'poop'
Abstract from real horse racing

Thematic elements

Horse racing theme
Gambling/betting aesthetic
Absurdist humor

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Mechanics unknown.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Speaker enjoyed it enough to buy after trying a friend's copy

Cons

Rules depth not explored in video

Thematic elements

Racing and betting; push-your-luck dice
Horse racing betting
light, accessible

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

dice drafting/betting — dice outcomes influence races and bets

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

"Caesar sees Rome in 20 minutes"
"this is like the spiritual successor or at least a sister game or a partner game to paulo maurice blitzkrieg"
"I believe you're investing in these companies these companies can merge with each other so it's just all about making profit"
"Detective Club and the expansion"

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

described as a fun, 8-player capable title
noted for party-friendly pacing

Cons

Thematic elements

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Mechanics unknown.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

I think this is a fantastic look.
it's a fantastic collection almost I want it.
I still don't have eclipse.

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

very quick to teach and play
family-friendly and accessible

Cons

depth may be limited for some players

Thematic elements

family-friendly racing competition
horse-race race with dice-driven progression
light and breezy

Comparison games

dice-rolling racing games

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Dice rolling — roll dice to determine progress and actions
fast setup — quick to learn and execute with short rounds

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

I adore the changes that they made Darkness one felt very Diablo 3
this is exactly what I’ve been searching for from war-gaming for 26 years
the idea of fouling is very much welcome and addition
I’m a sucker for an IP like that
this game still holds up as number one for now
the lack of a pushy look element … you’ll always feel relatively in control

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Accessible and quick to learn, enabling broad participation
High tension and dramatic swings maintain table engagement
Clear, intuitive tension from the racing mechanic with minimal setup

Cons

Heavy reliance on luck can reduce perceived agency for players
Numerous mechanisms to offset luck can feel bloated or overbearing to some players
Not as crunchy or strategic for groups seeking deep decision trees

Thematic elements

Racing, betting, drama amid fluctuating fortunes
Horse racing track, contemporary race environment
Energetic, audience-driven narration with table talk

Comparison games

Winner's Circle

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Roll-and-move with dice — Each round determines which horse moves and by how many spaces, dictated by two dice; players cannot directly alter the outcome of a roll.
Traditional betting on horses — Players place bets on the horses to win, with payouts influenced by finishing positions and in-game drama.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

it's magical it brings the table to life it gets everyone invested
i love winners circle
long shot is clearly the right fit
you can't do any of that just roll a die and then move a horse

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Everyone loves it regardless of original game experience
Great production quality
High engagement despite unpredictability
Long shots can legitimately win races

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Betting on horse races
Horse racing track
Simultaneous action with shared outcomes

Comparison games

Long Shot

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting mechanics — Players bet on various horses and can purchase them
Horse racing — Eight horses move based on dice rolls
Multiple action system — Players can take various actions like getting jerseys, jockeys, and scoring
Simultaneous roll and write — Active player rolls dice while all players use results to take actions

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Look, we're not size queens. No, you know, sometimes smaller is better.
This is something that happens a lot in board games where there will be a game and then there it's kind of like a spin-off, like a TV show
Combo Womos. Love the wombo combo.
I will always basically just play Trails
Fleet the Dice game is so successful that there's now been a bunch of games that are like 80% the same
It's honestly better than the original
I would never suggest anyone start anywhere in this universe other than Jaws of the Lion
This is the poster child for these kinds of games
I never need to play Maraco again
Sometimes when you're a trendsetter, you got to get the love and get the number one spot

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Engaging, tension-filled betting decisions with a clear race progression
Strong two-player replayability and accessible entry point for new players
Rich action economy via concessions, jerseys, helmets, and wilds
Multiple scoring paths (purses, owner bonuses, end-game multipliers)

Cons

Rule density can be daunting for newcomers
The end-game scoring can be intricate and slow to compute without careful tracking
Horse prices can be high and ownership expensive, limiting early expansion

Thematic elements

Horse racing and betting economy with owner incentives
One-lap horse race on a shared track with a betting grid
Teach-and-playthrough with live on-table explanations

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

betting and payouts — Players place bets on horses with variable multipliers depending on finish position; winnings are paid at round end and multiplied for first/second/third.
concessions grid — A grid-based action economy where crossing off rows/columns yields mid-game bonuses (money, bets, movement).
dice-driven movement — An eight-sided die determines which horse advances; a six-sided die provides secondary movement, with numbers 1-3 influencing additional shifts.
free bets and wilds — Wild symbols and helmet/joker mechanics allow flexible moves and bets; free bets can be earned completing lines.
helmet/jersey/wild tokens — Special actions that modify what a player can do (betting, movement) and can be used to unlock bonuses or modify risk.
no-bet zone and finish line — Once horses cross a red finish boundary, they can no longer be bet on unless helmet status allows continued betting in the zone.
ownership and purse bonuses — Owning a horse grants ongoing income and end-game purse bonuses for finishers.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

it's a one to eight player dice game where we're going to be betting on horses
this game is all about horse racing
the meat and potatoes of the game
the end of the game for each pair of these that you have crossed off per horse it's going to give you five additional dollars
free bets you could place on seven because it's free
gloss moves it's my seven one and then seven oh my gosh wow that is so close right there

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Overall sentiment (raw)

neutral

Pros

Clear, instructional explanation of the rules and flow of play.
Demonstrates interaction between betting, buying, and concession bonuses.
Shows end-game scoring and the value of pairs (helmet/jersey) in securing points.

Cons

Rules are relatively dense and participants may need to pause to digest all bonuses and secondary movements.
Prototype components may differ from final production, which could affect visual reference for players.

Thematic elements

Horse racing competition with bets, upgrades, and bonuses.
Horse racing track with eight horses, betting, and track bonuses.
Educational tutorial with step-by-step live playthrough

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting on horses — Players place bets with money; payouts depend on finishing position and whether a horse crosses the no-bet line.
Buying horses — Purchasing a horse grants ongoing abilities printed on that horse and affects end-game payouts.
Concession stands — Boards awarded bonuses when players complete rows/columns on their concession stand, influencing future turns.
Dice rolling — A die (d8) roll determines primary horse movement and influences secondary effects.
End-game scoring — Scoring combines horse finish positions, end-game bonuses from concessions, helmet/jersey pairs, and bet payouts.
Horse movement — Primary and secondary movements move horses along a track, with order sometimes determined by horse value.
Jockey helmet/jersey actions — Helmet/jersey actions let players place or modify bets on specific horses with lasting effects.
Wilds (horseshoes) — Horseshoes can be spent to make a die value effectively wild for a chosen action, altering outcomes.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

The end of the game is a good ways off
the horse that you bet on might not even make it to the line
concession stands to potentially get a variety of different benefits
three horses have crossed the finish line

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Accessible quick plays
Family-friendly and solo-friendly

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Mechanics unknown.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

I absolutely adore Raiders of the North Sea
Massive Darkness is the best Dungeon Crawler I've got
the story was pants in all honesty
I love space Hulk and so that one will always be staying
Bloodborne the board game is terrible

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Overall sentiment (raw)

neutral

Pros

none

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Betting on horse races
Horse racing
Sports betting

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Dice rolling — Dice-based gameplay
racing — Horse racing

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

It's not worth winning if you can't win big
This is probably the funnest game I can't see anything supplanting camel up for me
We're so intelligent we're beyond Quest for El Dorado
Camel up has a pyramid that poops dice
I love rolling dice
There's not a ton of racing games which is crazy

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Cartoonish, humorous artwork that suits the game’s light tone.
Solid component quality (dry erase board, markers, chunky wooden horses).
Engaging, quick-to-learn race with fun finish moments.

Cons

One die had an etching/ink issue affecting readability.
Player count caveat: while 1–8 is printed, five players is ideal; more can invite AP and waiting times.
Not the cheapest option for what you get.

Thematic elements

Horse racing with playful, comic-cartoon aesthetic.
A lighthearted, cartoonish horse-race track with betting elements.
Humorous, casual, party-ish race vibe.

Comparison games

Winner's Circle
Parks
Splendor
Alice's Garden

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

action resolution — Simple, fast turns with minimal deep planning; players perform basic actions each turn.
card/board variety via expansions — Base game plus sets of horses and optional expansion content.
concessions and bonuses — Players place bonuses/boosts on their board for set bonuses and abilities.
Dice rolling — Two dice determine horse movement and random events each turn.
horse betting and ownership — Players bet on horses and own horses to win payouts depending on finish.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

I love the cartoony artwork, I think it's pretty funny.
it's a horse race, it's a roll and write, it's a quick little game.
outstays its welcome is a big thing for me when you have long games.
I would rather play this than something like Winner's Circle.
Spirit Island has another chapter coming, Nature Incarnate.
two to four player card drafting game giving you the opportunity to pass cards to yourself to plan for future happenings.

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Fast to learn
Simple and accessible
Compact footprint with quick setup
Short playtime (15–20 minutes)
Family-friendly and suitable for casual players
Solid solo mode

Cons

Limited depth for hardcore euro-style players
Luck-based elements (dice) can dominate some decisions
Some garbled phrasing in the transcript hints at unclear terminology

Thematic elements

Lighthearted horse racing and betting culture
Horse race scenario with betting and track progression
Fast-paced, family-friendly, casual arcade feel

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting — Players place bets on horses or outcomes as the race unfolds, influencing decisions and incentives.
Resource/bonus acquisition — Gaining bonuses via position on the track to maximize money or victory potential.
roll-and-move — Dice determine movement along a race track, driving progression and potential outcomes.
solo mode — A competent single-player mode is included for solo play.
Track filling / area progression — Players fill in horizontally or vertically aligned spaces to gain bonuses or advance on the track.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

it's fast to learn simpler play
one hell of a fun game to play
the man from dudley well he gives a boston double thumbs up
my family adore it especially when it takes up so little space
you can play on the living room floor with a very quick setup time

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Recent game that generated significant buzz
Clever betting system decouples from piece ownership
Creates interesting decision space around betting

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Betting on racing horses
Horse racing
betting simulation

Comparison games

Home Stretch
Camel Up

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting mechanic — Game about betting on winner, not owning pieces
roll and move — Simple dice roll determines which horse moves and how far
State Manipulation — Manipulate game state so chosen horse comes in first
Universal Benefit — Any player can benefit from movement of any horse

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Where once randomness ruled modern games prioritized player agency designers strived to incorporate meaningful decisions into their games and role and move became a dirty word among the modern tabletop community
I myself put out a video called dicer not the answer back in 2017 one of my most watched lamenting role and move
In 2022 i feel like maybe just maybe we've tipped too far in the other direction thrown the baby out with the bath water
This video is a quest for redemption
When done well roller move is one of the most intuitive exciting mechanisms out there
In a pure roll and move game the player rolls a die or spins a spinner and moves their playing piece according to the result
In talisman you roll the die and then you choose to move clockwise or anticlockwise around the board that one deviation from the purest role of move games the decision to go left or right immediately put talisman head and shoulders above most board games on the market at the time
Hero quest showcases the strength of the roller move mechanism its elegant simplicity and the excitement of a successful role outrunning an ogre
It can be really frustrating to lose a long game which you were totally invested in purely because you rolled badly
Spooky stairs is a great example of a game where the roll and move mechanism itself isn't tampered with but the basic race mechanism is turned on its head by incorporating a chaotic memory mechanism
This game beautifully highlights the intuitive nature of roll and move as a mechanism
More than any other on this list this game demonstrates how such a simple mechanism can create agonizing decisions and a hugely interactive variable board game experience I can't recommend this one enough
Roll and move games don't have to be devoid of meaningful choices
Formula d has a great roll and move mechanism which i haven't seen replicated in any other game
Push your luck and roll and move complement each other nicely
Among hobby gamers roll a move is widely considered something of an untouchable mechanism in 2022 and that's a shame
Roll and move isn't a cursed mechanism
Like every mechanism roller move has strengths and weaknesses
It can be used effectively to create an exciting intuitive system or it can be used ineffectively to create a wildly random experience which feels primitive and unfair

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

engaging pacing
works well with non-gamers

Cons

can feel random to some players

Thematic elements

sports betting and race planning
horse racing with dice

Comparison games

Camel Up
Qwixx

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

dice-rolling / betting — roll dice to advance horses while managing risk and bets

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

the simplest game that I could call strategy for me was Cascadia
it's a story driven quick pace story game that takes quite a while to play
this is a heavy heavy game AR NOA
you can pull it out I play whenever wherever almost with anyone except my grandma

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

high emotion, energetic party vibe
clever interaction through betting and power cards
easy to explain and chaotic fun

Cons

can be chaotic for some players
luck heavily influences outcomes

Thematic elements

punt-based wagering with dice-driven outputs
Horse racing and betting market
party game with competitive humor and highs/lows

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

betting and action economy — players place bets and take actions on their boards
dice for horses and movement — roll dice to determine which horse moves and by how far

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

it's an amazing game especially if you're traveling around quite a lot
the rules are not that uh complex
you are farmers and you're planting a garden
the biggest unique thing about this game is its chain reactions
it's really a party game kind of game that will give you the most emotions for sure

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

fun for families and mixed groups
quick rounds
accessible to non-gamers

Cons

leans heavily on luck
may feel shallow for heavier gamers

Thematic elements

Competitive betting and horse racing
Horse racing with dice and bets
Family-friendly, light

Comparison games

Downforce

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Betting — Place bets on horses and outcomes to maximize points
dice_rolling — Roll dice to determine outcomes and payouts
hand_management — Manage dice results and bets for optimal scoring

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Make this world a better place, one board gamer at a time.
it's a big hit for our group
it's all about money
this is deluxe and exciting

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Fast, scalable, and highly social racing experience
High-energy and accessible for a wide player count

Cons

Sometimes luck-dominated; requires good table management

Thematic elements

Racing, betting, and dynamic player interaction
Horse racing track
sports realism

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Auction / Bidding — bidding on horses and actions to affect outcomes
Dice drafting / rolling — roll dice to bid and influence horse placement on the track

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Caesar's Empire is a great game to try, and it plays well at multiple player counts
this game is so simple and smooth that I absolutely love it
Rise has a lot of potential to stay evergreen
Tell Atom... the core twist on this game is that when you are drafting these Dice and community resources...

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Fun and back and forth
Good control in gameplay
Tournament play available

Cons

Doesn't feel necessary as another roll and write

Thematic elements

horse race betting
horse racing

Comparison games

Long Shot (original)

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Roll and Write — light roll and write horse racing game

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Why are you so obsessed with me?
I'm not the only one with opinions on board games out there
It's a pirate's life for me
You make sausage till you can make bikes and make your people happy
Fun to lose games
Everything you do is satisfying even if you don't win
A pie snatching good time
All of Stonemeier games in one game

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Fun horse racing and betting theme
Two-dice system with action selection
Multiple actions available (ball caps, jerseys, betting)
Player interaction and influence on horse movement
Looks more complex than it actually is
Lots of meaningful decisions
Works for kids and adults

Cons

Many simultaneous mechanics can seem overwhelming
Turn-based randomness from dice

Thematic elements

horse racing
gambling
betting
sports competition

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Mechanics unknown.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

you have a family I have I have a family these are the best games for all the families families
so in this video we're going to talk about the best family games in our humble opinions our humble objective opinions
there's tons of strategy to be had here it's also the deck building is satisfying
It's super interactive that's your turn you Chuck a bunch of dice
This is the game I advertise is the closest to a video game field that I've ever played and a challenging one because it's not easy to win at all
the worse you draw the better
It takes 15 minutes I mean essentially I just told you all the rules of the game
if you're looking for a co-op game for family that's just easy to get to the table look no further it's the best one
it's a simple premise and a lot of people will say hey it sounds like a lot game which yes of course it is it's Pusher like you pull out these tokens but you really influence your luck but it's really really really fun

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

none

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Comparison games

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I freaking love it
we are not gonna spend time explaining all of the games
this is also includes games from before Gen Con and we cannot be held accountable for our actions
we will let you know if we forget to say it will be on the screen every time
it's for one or two players I kinda want to bring this to Disney

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