24th October Games

Fair turnout last night; thanks to Chris for running a Western Gunfight game; the new buildings which have been appearing of late really set this off, and I gather the rules from Two Hour Wargames are working well. I ran a further Star Wars X-wing game, and continued my record of being shot 'down' yet again, in what proved to be an Imperial victory.

The games arranged for next week consist of a pirate game to be organised by Andy. I have offered to run an Angels 20 game set over the Western Desert which has been somewhat delayed due to the attractions of the X-wing game!

See yer soon
Neil ___

17th October Games

Pretty good turnout in the aftermath of the SELWG show; thanks to Mark for running his SWAT game for the benefit of the majority. I, for my part, having acquired additional bits for the Star Wars X-Wing game, was set the task of entertaining the two Steves!

Additional reading of the rules has helped, and this game was a much improved experience for one and all. Suffice to say that I did not survive the game (again!), but for once it doesn't matter, as a good time was had by all.

Next week, Chris has offered to run an Old West gunfight (don't forget the buildings Laurie), whilst I shall continue my quest for that elusive first X-Wing kill. Any other offer for games are appreciated.

See yer soon,
Neil.

SELWG 2012

Another decent result at Crystal Palace yesterday - runner up in the Participation game class. Well done to Dave Kightly, the Steves, Mark, and Bob for all their work both before and during the show , and to Chris for preparing the playsheets etc. I have attached a picture of the mayhem in progress for the benefit of those who could not make it on the day. I ended up doing the usual PR duties and scattering my bank balance round the venue, and very therapeutic it was too!

I have confirmed with Andy Hunt and Laurie that the AGM is to be held on Wednesday 7th November 2012 starting at 8pm. There is much to cover this year, and I would be grateful to all those who can make the effort to attend on the night.

Just to confirm - this Wednesday, we have Mark's SWAT team game lined up. I intend to run an Angels 20 game as previously advised, and Steve Slater has offered to bring along a couple of board games to cover any gaps.

See yer soon,

Neil

Some pics from "The Restless Dead" at SELWG 2012...

More pics of the event...

7TV - Crooked Dice.

Garage Gamers - The Battle of Otford 775AD.

Garage Gamers - The Battle of Otford 775AD.

Crawley Wargames Club - Brave Little Belgium. Winner of 'Best in Show'.

Crawley Wargames Club - Brave Little Belgium. Winner of 'Best in Show'.

Maidstone Wargames Society - Operation Deadstick.

Maidstone Wargames Society - Operation Deadstick.

Shepway Wargames Club - Romans Go Home!

Shepway Wargames Club - Romans Go Home!

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

Southend Wargames Club - The Battle of Benfleet.

South London Warlords - Scarlet Thunder.

South London Warlords - Scarlet Thunder. Note Andrew Hubback, editor of Miniature Wargames, in the background.

Check out the following blogs for more pictures and reports -

Anything But a One

BLMA

David's A Wargaming Odyssey

Wargaming Miscellany

**UPDATE - see Clint's "Restless Dead" report on Anything But a One.**


M.

10th October Games

Good turnout last night. Thanks to Chris for running another Bolt Action game - VBCW this time I believe. Also thanks to Mark & co. for the Lord of the Rings game. I am afraid I didn't get a lot of time to check these out as I got a bit busy.

Steve Harbron, Dave Crook and I ended up giving the new Star Wars X Wing game a try; earlier than I had intended if truth be known, as I had only read the rules once! Once past the initial problems, however, these seems to play well. The natural order of the universe soon established itself, and I was shot down...bugger. Certainly I shall be playing this again, and with some new toys to be acquired shortly.

Predictably, this will most likely be at Crystal Palace this Sunday. Dave Kightly's WW2 zombie game is our offering to the visiting public, and I look forward to seeing as many of you on the day.

Next week's games include an Angels 20 for Mr. Crook's benefit - P-40's versus Bf109's which I had planned for this week. I think that Mark is planning a SWAT game, but I would welcome confirmation of this and any other games planned.

See yer soon,
Neil

3rd October Games

Pretty good turnout last night; thanks to Chris for running a trial game of the new Bolt Action WW2 rules for various members. I hadn't seen a full game before this session, and it was interesting to see how well the rules worked. This may well enable us to run larger games at the show in the coming year, given a rework of some of the scenarios. Bob and Andrew were also playing Malifaux, and Steve ran a Pirates of the Caribbean game to fill a gap. I am afraid I didn't get much chance to see how those games went. Hope you all enjoyed yourselves.

 

Next week's offering include a further Bolt Action game hosted by Chris, together with a Lord of the Rings game from Mark and co. Having had a short break from Angels 20 (Writtle notwithstanding- thanks to those who attended and helped to run the two games for the visiting public) I propose to blood my recently repainted P-40's against Bf109's over the Western Desert; Mr. Crook is seeking revenge for the last outing, which did not go well for the Luftwaffe!

I have just received final details from SELWG concerning our table. We have been allocated table H in the main hall, which is in the middle row of tables opposite the Caliver Books stand. Other details remain as in previous years - the hall will open at about 8 am, with the show starting at 10 am and finishing at 4 pm. I am impressed with the manner in which the zombie game is coming together, and think we can really make something of a splash with this one.

See yer soon,
Neil

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26th September Games

A good evening this week. Thanks to Dave Kightly for running a zombie game, despite leaving his figures behind....DOH!! Also mega thanks to Brad for loaning his Lord of the Rings figures to help out (and apologies for the damage to the carrying case. Hope it repairs OK). The game itself was full of the usual cheerful mayhem, and bodes well for its appearance at SELWG on the 14th October. Preparations are seemingly in hand as we speak.

Don't forget the figures then Dave!

This coming Sunday 30th September sees the Essex Warriors Open Day at Writtle. I am taking the Angels 20 setup to see if we can find some new opponents/cannon fodder, and hope to see some of you on the day.

Next Wednesday I understand a Malifaux game is scheduled. Chris has offered to run a play test of the new Bolt Action WW2 rules, which I will certainly be looking at, having bought a set of the rules already. I have already sent a copy of the play sheet to the group on an earlier mail, but if anybody has not received this, please let me know and I will email it direct.

See yer soon,
Neil