Brain Chain for Sale at Curio City!

Curio City is now carrying Brain Chain!

The Curio City website is amazing and you should definitely check it out. It is a tremendous shopping resource and comes highly recommended from all of us here at Brain Chain Games.

About Curio City:

The Mayor of Curio City hates to shop. Yet, like everyone else, he has to buy a seemingly endless series of gifts -- birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, retirements, weddings, and, of course, the winter holidays -- it's always something. The Internet has made shopping a lot easier than it used to be. But it's still frustrating to spend time plowing through junk merchandise, trying to interpret deceptive marketing text and doctored photographs, hoping that you're getting a decent deal from a reputable company.

One summer day in 2005, the Mayor wished that there was one Web site where he could always expect to find something interesting, useful, fun, and unusual for all of the varied people on his gift list. A site where the products are of reliable quality and good value. A site that would giftwrap things for a reasonable price, and send his presents right to the recipients. A site for people who hate to shop. A site where he could appoint himself Mayor. Sensing that there must be millions of other reluctant shoppers with the same desires, he started planning his solution: Curio City. It opened in November 2005 and have been growing steadily ever since.

About Curio City's Merchandise:

You never know what you're going to find at Curio City. They select products with a wide variety of people in mind. The common theme that underlies their assortment is that everything they sell is unusual, fun, interesting, useful, and of good value. Curio City tries not to carry anything that anybody would ever regret buying.

Please support Curio City and keep them in mind when you are looking for your next gift. . . even if it is not Brain Chain. This is a fun website with great merchandise. Excellent customer service is always provided. We are pleased and honored to have Brain Chain distributed by Curio City!

For trivia, research and more: Use Wikipedia!

While many of you do, we encourage all of you to make regular use of this amazing resource. Here is some information about Wikipedia from its own website.

Wikipedia is a multilingual, Web-based, free-content encyclopedia project. Wikipedia is written collaboratively by volunteers; with rare exceptions, its millions of articles can be edited by anyone with access to the Web site. The name is a portmanteau of the words wiki (a type of collaborative website) and encyclopedia. Its primary servers are in Tampa, Florida, with additional servers in Amsterdam and Seoul.

Wikipedia was launched as an English language project on January 15, 2001, as a complement to Nupedia, an expert-written and now defunct encyclopedia. Today, Wikipedia is operated by the non-profit Wikimedia Foundation, which was created by Larry Sanger and Jimmy Wales. Wikipedia has been described as "an effort to create and distribute a free encyclopedia of the highest possible quality to every single person on the planet in their own language".[1] According to Alexa Internet, Wikipedia has steadily risen in popularity since its inception[2] and currently ranks among the thirteen most visited websites worldwide.[3] It has spawned several sister projects,[4] and many of its pages have been mirrored or forked by other sites, such as Answers.com.

Wikipedia has over six million articles in many languages, including 1,611,218 articles in the English-language version and more than half a million in the German-language version. There are 250 language editions of Wikipedia, of which 22 have more than 50,000 articles.[5] The German-language edition has been distributed on DVD-ROM, and there have been proposals for an English DVD or print edition. Information can be found on Wikipedia by using search engines, article hyperlinks, or Wikipedia's topical organization of categories[6] and portals.[7]
Wikipedia's reliability and accuracy have been questioned.[8] The site has also been criticized for being susceptible to vandalism,[9] for having uneven quality, systemic bias and inconsistencies,[10] and for favouring consensus over credentials in its editorial process.[11]

Several of the project's policies and guidelines attempt to address these concerns, specifying that articles should not contain unverifiable material[12] or unpublished research,[13], topics should be presented from a neutral point of view,[14] and assertions should be supported with reliable references.[15] Wikipedia's editors have formed specialized groups to tackle these and related issues.[16]

Funagain Games Doubles Previous Order!

One of our large retailers, Funagain Games, just sent us an order for Brain Chain that was twice the amount as usual! We are really excited by the rate that Brain Chain is jumping off of our retailers' shelves.

Thank you so much for your support of Funagain and all of our retailers and for making Brain Chain a huge hit!

Good luck and good knowledge!

This week's trivia quiz . . .

Brain Chain consists of well over 3,000 questions and answers in eight different categories. Remember, Oddball questions require players to determine what three items have in common and pick out the "Oddball" -- much like the old Electric Company television show game -- except more challenging, and often, funnier!

For those of you who have not yet played Brain Chain, here are a few Oddball examples to get you started:

Question 1: Teddy Bear, Heartbreak Hotel, Hound Dog, Yesterday?
Question 2: Leonardo DiCaprio, Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane?
Question 3: Date, Malibu, Palm, Venice?
Question 4: Crash Davis, John Dunbar, Wyatt Earp, George C. Scott?

Ready for the answers?
Answer 1: Yesterday was not an Elvis Presley song [title]
Answer 2: Susan Sarandon because she was not in [the 1997 movie] Titanic
Answer 3: Date is correct because is not the name of a [famous] beach
Answer 4: Geoge C. Scott was not the name of a character played by Kevin Costner.

Got the idea? Good. Then here is this week's quiz:

Good luck and good knowledge!


Brain Chain Quiz:

Question 1 [Geography]: By area, what is the largest South American country that is located entirely north of the equator?

Question 2 [Science]: What name is given to the scientific study of earthquakes and the movement of waves through the earth?

Question 3 [History]: During the U.S. Civil War, what was the most populous city of the Confederacy?

Question 4 [Oddball]: Angel, Cherish, Empathy, Holiday?

Question 5 [Sports]: On 12 March 2005, Kerron Clement broke Michael Johnson's record in which event?

Question 6 [Business]: Which automaker has produced a sedan model called the "Forenza"?

Question 7 [Geography]: What is the current name of the Pacific Islands previously called the Gilbert Islands?

Question 8 [Entertainment]: Which actor portrayed Edward Scissorhand's inventor?

Question 9 [Potluck]: Which building is located at One First Street, NE, Washington DC?

Question 10 [Oddball]: Club, Dog, Spam, Tree ?

EMAIL YOUR ANSWERS to QuizTwo@BrainChainGames.com. We will then send you the correct answers!

Want a Great Book to Read?

As you know, we enjoy recommending movies that we have found enjoyable.

Here is a great book tip: Flyboys by James Bradley. This is an exceptional book by the author of Flags of Our Fathers. You will truly enjoy it (we hope).

Happy Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!

ALL OF US HERE AT BRAIN CHAIN WISH YOU A HAPPY AND PRODUCTIVE MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY!

We hope you are enjoying yourself no matter how you celebrate the birthday of this great American.

In the Brain Chain spirit, following is a quiz to see what you know about this tremendous man. Email your answers to MLKQuiz@BrainChainGames.com and we will let you know how you did.

1. Which U.S. President signed the bill creating a federal holiday to honor Dr. King?

2. In which city did Dr. King give his famous "I have a Dream" speech?

3. What was the name given to Dr. King upon his birth?

4. In which year was Dr. King assasinated?

5. Published when he was only 29, what was the title of Dr. King's first book?

6. Which U.S. Attorney General ordered the Federal Bureau of Investigations to wiretap Dr. King?

Another Great Movie: Akeelah and the Bee

Here is another movie gem: Akeelah and the Bee.

In this feel-good story, eleven year-old Akeelah Anderson enters a South Central Los Angeles spelling bee to avoid detention. Dr. Larabee, played by Laurence Fishburn than coaches her for the regional bee. She attempts to go all the way to win the championship bee in Washington D.C. against well-coached competitors from around the U.S. This movie tactfully explores issues of education in the African-American community.

In addition to Fishburn, great acting performances are turned in by Keke Palmer, Angela Bassett, Curtis Armstrong and J.R. Villarreal. We hope you will rent this film and let us know if you enjoyed it as much as we did.

Brain Chain Quiz for Friday, January 12, 2007

Brain Chain consists of well over 3,000 questions and answers in eight different categories. Remember, Oddball questions require players to determine what three items have in common and pick out the "Oddball" -- much like the old Electric Company television show game -- except more challenging, and often, funnier!

For those of you who have not yet played Brain Chain, here are a few Oddball examples to get you started:

Question 1: Teddy Bear, Heartbreak Hotel, Hound Dog, Yesterday?
Question 2: Leonardo DiCaprio, Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane?
Question 3: Date, Malibu, Palm, Venice?
Question 4: Crash Davis, John Dunbar, Wyatt Earp, George C. Scott?

Ready for the answers?
Answer 1: Yesterday was not an Elvis Presley song [title]
Answer 2: Susan Sarandon because she was not in [the 1997 movie] Titanic
Answer 3: Date is correct because is not the name of a [famous] beach
Answer 4: Geoge C. Scott was not the name of a character played by Kevin Costner.

Got the idea? Good. Then here is this week's quiz:

Good luck and good knowledge!


Brain Chain Quiz for Friday:

Question 1 [Geography]: The world-famous Trevi Fountain is located in which city?

Question 2 [Science]: What are erythrocytes more commonly called?

Question 3 [History]: Before resigning in 1975, which Justice served on the U.S. Supreme Court for the longest time?

Question 4 [Oddball]: Martha Dandridge Custis, Julia Boggs Dent, Matilda Jackson, Abigail Smith?

Question 5 [Sports]: Who recorded 5,714 strikeouts in an outstanding major league career?

Question 6 [Business]: Which W-word is applied to a business that only sells products to other businesses and not to the general public?

Question 7 [Geography]: The country of Monaco is located on which continent?

Question 8 [Entertainment]: Which rock band's devoted fans are familiar with the VW license plate LMW281F?

Question 9 [Potluck]: Buonarroti was the last name of which famed renaissance artist?

Question 10 [Sports]: Which decade saw Roger Bannister break the four-minute mile?

EMAIL YOUR ANSWERS to QuizOne@BrainChainGames.com. We will then send you the correct answers!

Looking for a Great Movie? Try Hotel Rwanda.

Bored with all your DVD's at home and need an idea for a great flick to rent? Try Hotel Rwanda.

Hotel Rwanda is the improbable but true story of a man who worked tirelessly to save over 1,260 people. Don Cheadle stars in the true-life story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager who housed over a thousand Tutsis refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia during the 1994 Rwandan Genocide.

Some folks have called it the African version of Schindler's List, not quite as good -- but certainly not nearly as graphic -- yet incredibly powerful. A truly terrific film and highly recommended by the Brain Chain staff.

Internet Safety is Important to Us

As a member of the internet economy, Brain Chain strives to offer only the highest quality websites. Please let us know immediately if you spot a problem with our website, this blog or any marketing or advertising that involves Brain Chain. Thank you.

FAQ: Is Brain Chain Made in the U.S.A.?

Some of you have asked us if Brain Chain is made in the U.S.

The answer is: Yes, Brain Chain is 100% made in the U.S.A.

Brain Chain is Highest-Ranked Game in the World!

According to the voters at Rate It All, Brain Chain is the best game on the planet! While our ranking may eventially change, we are excited and proud that Brain Chain at one time held the number one position! Thank you so much for your support. We could not do it without you!

To cast your ballot for Brain Chain. We encourage you to vote truthfully . . . and write a short review. Being number one is great, but knowing our flaws will help us correct them prior to the next production run of the game!

"Luck is Helpful . . . Knowledge is Important . . . Strategy is Crucial"
PLAY BRAIN CHAIN!

Brain Chain will be Available at Curio City Online Shortly!

Curio City will be carrying Brain Chain in the near future!

About Curio City:

The Mayor of Curio City hates to shop. Yet, like everyone else, he has to buy a seemingly endless series of gifts -- birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, retirements, weddings, and, of course, the winter holidays -- it's always something. The Internet has made shopping a lot easier than it used to be. But it's still frustrating to spend time plowing through junk merchandise, trying to interpret deceptive marketing text and doctored photographs, hoping that you're getting a decent deal from a reputable company.

One summer day in 2005, the Mayor wished that there was one Web site where he could always expect to find something interesting, useful, fun, and unusual for all of the varied people on his gift list. A site where the products are of reliable quality and good value. A site that would giftwrap things for a reasonable price, and send his presents right to the recipients. A site for people who hate to shop. A site where he could appoint himself Mayor. Sensing that there must be millions of other reluctant shoppers with the same desires, he started planning his solution: Curio City. It opened in November 2005 and have been growing steadily ever since.

About Curio City's Merchandise:

You never know what you're going to find at Curio City. They select products with a wide variety of people in mind. The common theme that underlies their assortment is that everything they sell is unusual, fun, interesting, useful, and of good value. Curio City tries not to carry anything that anybody would ever regret buying.

Please support Curio City and keep them in mind when you are looking for your next gift. . . even if it is not Brain Chain. This is a fun website with great merchandise. Excellent customer service is always provided.

We are pleased and honored to have Brain Chain distributed by Curio City!

Brain Chain Listed on Wikipedia!

We were pleased to learn that one of our fans has posted a really nice article about Brain Chain in the online encyclopedia, Wikipedia. We hope you will take a few moments to look it over and keep Wikipedia in mind for research . . . or simply for fun. It really is a tremendously helpful resource!

Brain Chain Being Voted on at RateItAll.com

Brain Chain is now being included in a poll of the best board games. You can find the poll and up to the second results at www.RateItAll.com. We would love it if you took a moment to rate Brain Chain as well as all the board games you love (and hate) at www.RateItAll.com. Simply click on the link below:



This is a CURRENT list of the best board games in the world. The first game listed is number one, the second-listed game is number two, etc. The number in parenthesis simply indicates the number of times someone has voted for that particular game.

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	Balderdash (40)
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	Stratego (70)
	Rail Baron (10)
	Risk 2210 A.D. (9)
	Strippopoly (6)
	Carcassonne (1)
	Clue (101)
	Yahtzee (91)
	Trivial Pursuit (113)
	Battleship (93)
	Acquire (7)
	Go (6)
	Axis & Allies (35)
	Othello (29)
	Parchesi (15)
	Checkers (79)
	Hi Ho Cherry-O (4)
	Candy Land (84)
	Life (86)
	Samurai Swords (7)
	Pictionary (76)
	Quelf (3)
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