Greetings
Still low on numbers due to hot weather/holidays etc. Thanks to Mark for running his Retro Raygun sci fi game. Steve H and I played Rise of Tribes, a new game he had brought along - basically a colonisation game without some of the pitfalls of the Catan series of games. It would be better with three or more players but proved an interesting diversion.
Next week, Andy P wants to run his Asian (Samurai) battle game, I'll bring Battle Cry as a backup but if anyone else is likely to be along, please feel free to offer other games.
See yer soon
Neil
Thursday, 26 July 2018
Monday, 23 July 2018
18th July Games
Greetings
A return to wargaming after the World Cup found us still a bit low on numbers, but since we're into the holiday season, I'm not surprised. I ran the Space Hulk game originally planned for last week (for those owning the current edition of the game, it was the Beach Head scenario). Suffice to say the Deathwing had an off day and had their shiny metal behinds handed to them by the 'stealers.
Next week, Mark has offered to run his Retro Raygun 1950's style sci-fi game (no Ed Wood films? Plan 9 From Outer Space anyone?) - I'm reading a lot on ACW ahead of a new Osprey rules set promised for next year, so I'll bring Battlecry as a backup game.
While I think of it, I have arranged with the SELWG club to run a Napoleonic naval game at the Crystal Palace show on 21/10/18. The game in question hasn't been out on the circuit for about 4 years, and given the sate it seems to be a natural choice. A bit of work needs to be done on the display material but other than that it's ready to roll.
See yer soon
Neil
A return to wargaming after the World Cup found us still a bit low on numbers, but since we're into the holiday season, I'm not surprised. I ran the Space Hulk game originally planned for last week (for those owning the current edition of the game, it was the Beach Head scenario). Suffice to say the Deathwing had an off day and had their shiny metal behinds handed to them by the 'stealers.
Next week, Mark has offered to run his Retro Raygun 1950's style sci-fi game (no Ed Wood films? Plan 9 From Outer Space anyone?) - I'm reading a lot on ACW ahead of a new Osprey rules set promised for next year, so I'll bring Battlecry as a backup game.
While I think of it, I have arranged with the SELWG club to run a Napoleonic naval game at the Crystal Palace show on 21/10/18. The game in question hasn't been out on the circuit for about 4 years, and given the sate it seems to be a natural choice. A bit of work needs to be done on the display material but other than that it's ready to roll.
See yer soon
Neil
Thursday, 5 July 2018
4th July Games
Greetings
Thanks to Dave K for running a further Mad Dogs with Guns game for those attending considering the American gangster wars for a future club game (appropriate for the 4th July!). My personal thanks to Rob L for bringing along the new version of Necromunda for a trial game. I got lucky and won the game, but as a first effort I would certainly play again using the full blown version of the rules. Might even paint some figures . . .
I was able to distribute the first of the new club badges to members last night. These appear to have met with general approval from those who have recieved them thus far; I'll dish out the rest as people turn up.
Next week, I've offered to run a Space Hulk game for Rob as a thank you for this week's game as he hasn't played the most recent version yet. I'll plan a scenario which should accommodate up to three players. Steve S has offered to bring a Mars Attacks! related game, but as ever I'd welcome further offers.
See yer soon
Neil
Thanks to Dave K for running a further Mad Dogs with Guns game for those attending considering the American gangster wars for a future club game (appropriate for the 4th July!). My personal thanks to Rob L for bringing along the new version of Necromunda for a trial game. I got lucky and won the game, but as a first effort I would certainly play again using the full blown version of the rules. Might even paint some figures . . .
I was able to distribute the first of the new club badges to members last night. These appear to have met with general approval from those who have recieved them thus far; I'll dish out the rest as people turn up.
Next week, I've offered to run a Space Hulk game for Rob as a thank you for this week's game as he hasn't played the most recent version yet. I'll plan a scenario which should accommodate up to three players. Steve S has offered to bring a Mars Attacks! related game, but as ever I'd welcome further offers.
See yer soon
Neil
Monday, 2 July 2018
27th June Games
Greetings
The planned Necromunda game was postponed due to illness (get well soon Bob) but the Mad Dogs game went ahead as planned. Mayhem ensued as usual.
I've recieved confirmation that the club badges have been sent so hopefully these will be avaliable next week.
Only confirmed game for next week is a further Mad Dogs with Guns excursion; possible Necromunda too. Any other suggestions or offers would be welcome.
See yer soon
Neil
The planned Necromunda game was postponed due to illness (get well soon Bob) but the Mad Dogs game went ahead as planned. Mayhem ensued as usual.
I've recieved confirmation that the club badges have been sent so hopefully these will be avaliable next week.
Only confirmed game for next week is a further Mad Dogs with Guns excursion; possible Necromunda too. Any other suggestions or offers would be welcome.
See yer soon
Neil
Sunday, 24 June 2018
20th June Games
Greetings
A better turnout last night. Thanks to Dave K for running a Bolt Action WW2 game for the bulk of those in attendance; Chris, Steve H and I played a further game of The Men Who Would Be Kings using our respective Egyptian and British forces. The scenario required the British to execute a 'strategic withdrawal' (according to The Times at least) across the board in the face of Egyptian attempts to stop this. Given that the Egyptian forces are considered under the rules to be far inferior to the British (not necessarily the case I might add), they gave the British a hard time, particularly given that the British decided to stand their ground until their CO was killed when they finally deigned to join the withdrawal! No much to report on the WW2 game other than to report that it was apparently a hard fought game.
Andy P has advised me that his radio hamateur group (I think that was what he called it) have asked if the club would like to present a game at either Tilbury Fort or Coalhouse Fort later this summer as part of a display. I think that the Big Tanks game might suit this, but would welcome comment from anyone interested
I hope to place the order for club badges shortly as discussed at the AGM. Once these arrive I'll distribute some.
I have been advised by the Essex Warriors that although they will not be holding their Open Day this year, they are hosting A Writtle bit of Lard - a day of Too Fat Lardies games, which will be graced by the presence of Richard Clark himself. Although their is a charge of £3 for attendees, I have been told that SEEMs members will not be liable for this charge due to our longstanding support of the Open Day. A nice gesture which I think we might take up. Anyone thinking of attending, please let me know and I'll advise the Warriors.
Bob has offered to run a Necromunda game, whilst Dave K will run Mad Dogs with Guns.
See yer soon
Neil
A better turnout last night. Thanks to Dave K for running a Bolt Action WW2 game for the bulk of those in attendance; Chris, Steve H and I played a further game of The Men Who Would Be Kings using our respective Egyptian and British forces. The scenario required the British to execute a 'strategic withdrawal' (according to The Times at least) across the board in the face of Egyptian attempts to stop this. Given that the Egyptian forces are considered under the rules to be far inferior to the British (not necessarily the case I might add), they gave the British a hard time, particularly given that the British decided to stand their ground until their CO was killed when they finally deigned to join the withdrawal! No much to report on the WW2 game other than to report that it was apparently a hard fought game.
Andy P has advised me that his radio hamateur group (I think that was what he called it) have asked if the club would like to present a game at either Tilbury Fort or Coalhouse Fort later this summer as part of a display. I think that the Big Tanks game might suit this, but would welcome comment from anyone interested
I hope to place the order for club badges shortly as discussed at the AGM. Once these arrive I'll distribute some.
I have been advised by the Essex Warriors that although they will not be holding their Open Day this year, they are hosting A Writtle bit of Lard - a day of Too Fat Lardies games, which will be graced by the presence of Richard Clark himself. Although their is a charge of £3 for attendees, I have been told that SEEMs members will not be liable for this charge due to our longstanding support of the Open Day. A nice gesture which I think we might take up. Anyone thinking of attending, please let me know and I'll advise the Warriors.
Bob has offered to run a Necromunda game, whilst Dave K will run Mad Dogs with Guns.
See yer soon
Neil
13th June Games
Greetings
Bit thin on the ground again last night; thanks to Dave K and Steve S for providing the terrain and figures for another test game using the 'Mad Dogs With Guns' rules. Dave and others are considering starting a project for American gangster warfare, but need to work on their Chicago and Noo Yoik accents . . .
Dave has agreed to run either a Bolt Action or Border Reiver game next week. I'd like to have another game with Chris using The Men Who Would Be Kings rules if he is around.
See yer soon
Neil
Bit thin on the ground again last night; thanks to Dave K and Steve S for providing the terrain and figures for another test game using the 'Mad Dogs With Guns' rules. Dave and others are considering starting a project for American gangster warfare, but need to work on their Chicago and Noo Yoik accents . . .
Dave has agreed to run either a Bolt Action or Border Reiver game next week. I'd like to have another game with Chris using The Men Who Would Be Kings rules if he is around.
See yer soon
Neil
6th June Games
Greetings
Thanks to Mark for running his Barbarian Fantasy game last night. Borrowing the dungeon complex from the Wayland setup for made for an entertaining game with plenty f mayhem. Bob and Andy P played Dark Souls, another happy game for a Wednesday. . .
We are likely to be a bit thin on the ground next week with holidays and so forth, so Dave K and Steve S have offered to run another Mad Dogs With Guns game for those attending. I'll bring Ludis Gladiatorus but if Chris is available for another TMWWBK game might ensue.
See yer soon
Neil
Thanks to Mark for running his Barbarian Fantasy game last night. Borrowing the dungeon complex from the Wayland setup for made for an entertaining game with plenty f mayhem. Bob and Andy P played Dark Souls, another happy game for a Wednesday. . .
We are likely to be a bit thin on the ground next week with holidays and so forth, so Dave K and Steve S have offered to run another Mad Dogs With Guns game for those attending. I'll bring Ludis Gladiatorus but if Chris is available for another TMWWBK game might ensue.
See yer soon
Neil
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