An announcement that shakes the foundations of modern board game design: Cole Wehrle has officially confirmed his departure from Leder Games. In a recent post on the community forums, the renowned author of acclaimed titles such as *Root*, *Pax Pamir*, and *John Company* revealed his plans for the immediate future. This isn't just a change of chair, but the birth of a new independent publishing company.

Along with Kyle Ferrin , the artist whose distinctive style defined the visual identity of hits like *Oath* and *Arcs*, and other longtime collaborators, Wehrle formed Buried Giant Studios . This move marks the end of a prolific era at Leder Games, during which the marriage of Wehrle's mechanics and Ferrin's art produced some of the most discussed and played games of the last decade.

In his statement, Wehrle directed fans to the new company's website and shared a statement regarding his departure. While the first titles in development have not yet been revealed, the founding of Buried Giant Studios suggests a continuation of the complex, narrative-driven design philosophy that players have come to love, now managed with complete creative autonomy by its creators.

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