21st February Games

A few more of us were present yesterday evening; Alan and Rob were playing Infinity, and I set up a Space Hulk game for Steve H & S, Eddie and Nigel. We ran the Rescue scenario, which involves two Terminator squads retrieving a CAT scanner droid with the details of the hulk’s layout and ensuring it is safely taken to the recovery point. Steve H and Eddie played the Terminators, while Steve S and Nigel ran the genestealers.

The Deathwing took casualties in the course of the game, but the Sons of the Lion achieved a rare victory by getting the CAT off table by some ‘creative’ use of overwatch and some exceptional dice rolling by Eddie when it came to the crunch. Seems as though everyone enjoyed themselves, particularly Eddie and Nigel whose first game it was. 

 

I’ve offered to run an ECW game using my WoFun flats next week, but before then we are running a Franco-Prussian game at the Cavalier show in Tonbridge, Kent this coming Sunday. Thanks to Matt for the loan of his figures for the game, and to those who have offered to assist with the game then.

 

I’d also like to offer my best wishes for a swift recovery to Mark and Dave K from their respective medical issues. Get well soon guys, you’re sorely missed.

 

See yer soon,

Neil

2rnd August Games

Greetings

 

Still a bit thin on the ground, which meant there was sufficient room for all to play Mark’s SWAT team game without my gladiator game being required (although I did bring some of the 54mm figures intended for use for the proposed show game, currently in the planning stage). The mission was to rescue a group of scientists held hostage by a mix of low level thugs and mercenaries, moving though a 3D setup Mark has acquired. Most enjoyable, proper tactics were rewarded and the hostages were rescued. Rob and Alan were playing Infinity, and still going strong after we’d completed our mission and packed up! 

Next week, Andy has organised a Lord of the Rings game, while I’ve revamped the DBA based ECW rules I devised to use with the WoFun flat figures I bought a while back, and will run a game at the same time. 

 

See yer soon,

 

Neil

5th July Games

We had two games on the go last night; Mark ran his Dungeon Crawl for myself, Eddie, Steves S and H, Andy P and Dave K as arranged last Wednesday. One slight problem - Mark had left his Dungeon behind on the understanding that the Wayland dungeon complex would be available - it wasn't. Thankfully he was able to conjure up a two-level affair, giving the party an entry from a surface cemetery into a complex which (due to all the acolytes wearing red robes) I christened The Court of the Crimson King. Eddie got the joke (and yes, I CAN remember King Crimson).
We settled down to some serious slaughter for an hour or two, but were stopped when time ran out. Alan and Rob were playing Infinity so I've included a picture, along with images of the two level dungeon. More on Facebook.

Next week, the Steves will run a Battletech game. Following on from the ACW game last weekend, Dave K has decided to resurrect his American War of Independence collection for use with the Rebels and Patriots rules the following week, and Andy has offerd to run a Dead Man's Hand Western gunfight game thereafter. Nice to see some new games coming along.

See yer soon,
Neil  

28th June Games

Thanks to Steve S and Dave K who ran a Mad Dogs with Guns gangster game for myself, Mark, Andy P, Steve H and Eddie last night. This was a straightforward, head on, kill 'em all scenario. Sadly, it was my side and my gang that got killed, but still an enjoyable evening. Rob and Alan were playing Infinity elsewhere in the Centre and I've included a picture of their game with one of ours.

We also have the ACW game on Saturday at Wayland. The tables are available from 11.00 am onwards, and I hope I'll see some of you on the day. 

Next week, I've asked Mark if he would run his Dungeon Crawl game for some nice, relaxing blood and thunder.

See yer soon, 

Neil   

24th May Games

Lower attendance this week; I sat in on a Living Dead game (viewing not participating) run by Dave K for Eddie, Paul , Mark and Steves S & H as part of an ongoing campaign. Time prevented the scenario's completion, but the players had completed the bulk of the mission despite the baleful presence of Negan (he's the one with the baseball bat with barbed wire wrapped around. I'm told by devotees of the series that he is a rather volatile character and in the game can be either a positive or negative influence on others). Rob and Alan were playing Infinity in the main hall and I popped round to take some pictures of their game, together with a view of the Living Dead game.

Next week the Living Dead game will hopefully be completed, and I'll bring my version of Ludis Gladiatorus as backup.

See yer soon

Neil

26th April Games

Mark was good enough to run his dungeon crawl game last night for the benefit of myself, Dave K, Steves S and H, Eddie and Alex. The Wayland Games setup was available so we populated it with various unpleasantries, including orcs, snake persons and various wizards with attitude problems. These were dealt with in the normal fashion (swords, axes, arrows, spells etc) which at close of play left most members of the party carrying wounds, but all gribblies terminated with moderate to severe prejudice. Rob was involved in an Infinity game next to us, which was also somewhat kinetic.

Next week, Dave K has offered to run a zombie apocalypse game.

See yer soon

Neil

12th April Games

Lower turnout than of late last night; Steve S ran the planned Star Wars: Legion game for myself, Eddie, Mark and Steve H, while Rob and Alan played Infinity elsewhere in the Wayland site. The former game was played over a ruined city area, with various objectives for Imperial and Rebel Alliance forces. Lack of familiarity with the rules on my part as well as some of the other players was instrumental in slowing the game down, which as a result was adjudged to be a draw. 

Next week, I’ve offered to run a Space Hulk game. Can any other planned games be advised to me please?

See yer soon

Neil

5th April Games

Most of those present played Bolt Action WW2 British vs Germans with umpire Dave K last night; 'spirited discussion' of rules esoterica ensue, but dispite suffering substantial casualties the German forces held their objectives at the end of play. Its fair to say we aren't as familiar with Bolt Action as a rules set as we might be, but personally they aren't a favourite of mine. The search for the perfect set continues.

Rob and Alan were engaged in a game of Infinity elsewhere in the centre.

Next week, a Star War Legion game has been planned; I have a copy of the air combat game Mustangs which I'll bring along.

See yer soon

Neil

10th November Games

 Greetings

A reasonable turnout last night; Alan and Rob continued their series of Infinity games while Steve S, Dave K, Mark and I crewed the USCSS Nostromo when Steve H ran out his Alien board game. The Alien game actually had us co-operating to source the materials needed to force the alien to retreat! Unheard of.

Nobody actually dies in this game, but we had almost beaten the beastie when time ran out.

Next week, I've offered to run a Space Hulk game for some proper mayhem, but details of other games would be appreciated.

See yer soon

Neil

12th December Games

Greetings

A busy night for us this week - Alan and Rob were playing Infinity, Mike and his mate Steve ran a Star Trek Attack Wing game, Steve S ran a couple of board games for Mark and Andy S. I ran The Men Who Would Be Kings in the Sudan for Steve H, Andy H and Dave K (playing as Mahdist for his first game); the ambush scenario featured the British (Commanded by Steve) under attack by my re-inforced Fuzzy-Wuzzies. To say that this got ugly quickly would be an understatement, but the Mahdists edged a win on points. A hard fought game bearing a close resemblance to accounts of the fighting in Suakin during 1884/5.

Next week will be our last meeting before Christmas, returning 2/1/19. I've offered to run another TMWWBK scenario and I gather Steve S has offered a board game, specifics to be decided.

See yer soon

Neil

19th September Games

Greetings

We were a bit spread out last night. Andy P ran the promised Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles board game for most of those present; I'm told this went OK. Rob and Alan played Infinity again. Rob says although he lost, it was an enjoyable game. Good to note that . . .

Steve H and I ran the Napoleonic naval scenario from last week again, using slightly different force compositions. This has been a chance to fine tune the Hotham's First Action scenario to ensure the game at SELWG runs well and offers both sides a reasonable chance to complete their missions. The French (me) were able to recover the damaged ship but again at a high cost in the force deployed. Using the poor quality crews at the time of the action really made a difference to manoeuvre and firing.

Next week, Steve S wants to run Mars Attacks! and I'll bring Ludis Gladiatorus, which we haven't played for some time.

See yer soon

Neil

12th September Games

Greetings

A bit thin on the ground again this week but enough attending to run the requested Napoleonic naval game. Having updated the fleet rosters and sent out a quick reference sheet ahead of the game, I decided to use the ships from the scenario I intend to run at SELWG in October. Enough ships were used to provide the centre piece of the game which is the recovery of a damaged French ship of the line. The French achieved their goal, albeit with losses but also inflicting harm on 'les rosbifs'. A number of the Wayland denizens stopped to look and said nice things about the ships.

Alan and Rob L played an introductory Infinity Scenario.

Next week, Andy P has offered to run a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game (cowabunga!), while Alan and Rob want to try another Infinity game. I haven't decided what to run myself, but will bring something along.

See yer soon

Neil