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2000 Origins Awards Winners
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Here are some of the highlights of the 2000 Origins Awards, which were handed out recently at Origins 2001. A complete list of winners is available on the Steve Jackson Games Web site.

Best Abstract Board Game
Icehouse: The Martian Chess Set
Designers: Andrew Looney, John Cooper
Looney Labs

Best Historical Board Game
Axis & Allies: Europe
Designer: Larry Harris
Avalon Hill

Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Board Game
The Great Brain Robbery
Designer: James Ernest
Cheapass Games

Best Graphic Presentation of a Board Game
The Hills Rise Wild!
Art Director: Jesper Myrfors; Graphic Designer: John Tynes
Pagan Publishing

Best Trading Card Game
Sailor Moon Collectible Card Game
Designers: Mark C. MacKinnon, Jeff Mackintosh, Karen McLarney, John R. Phythyon, Jr.
Dart Flipcards

Best Traditional Card Game
Chrononauts
Designer: Andrew Looney
Looney Labs

Best Card Game Expansion or Supplement
Brawl: Club Foglio (for Brawl)
Designer: James Ernest
Cheapass Games

Best Graphic Presentation of a Card Game
Brawl: Club Foglio (for BRAWL)
Graphic Designer: James Ernest
Cheapass Games

Best Play-by-Mail Game
Starweb
Designer: Rick Loomis
Flying Buffalo Inc.

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