28th annual Bashcon offers good time for gamers

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Fantasy Gamers are enjoy Bashcon - the 28th annual fantasy gaming convention at the University of Toledo.

Participants enjoyed games ranging from video role playing games, card game tournaments and a board game championship.

Convention coordinator Jared Hightower said. "It's a great place for people to come together to enjoy themselves. People here are great. We have a great time playing games and having some fun."

The convention continues Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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