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The DGC includes 20\u201324 young people (ages 12\u201318), many of whom are neurodivergent and LGBTQI+, with a shared love for tabletop gaming, including wargames, RPGs, and terrain design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>At the heart of the project is the collaborative reimagining of <\/span><em><span>Settlers of Catan<\/span><\/em><span> into a large, sculptural, hex-based game board. Each participant will craft a 30cm tile, incorporating raised elements and personal themes to contribute to a dynamic, ever-evolving board. The process encourages creativity and world-building, with the game being entirely adapted and reimagined by the group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Participants will explore Catan\u2019s gameplay themes\u2014such as resource management and settlement building\u2014while building skills in sculpture, painting, and design. 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