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

10th May Games

Very thin on the ground last night for various reasons. Steve S ran his Daleks vs UNIT game for myself, Eddie, Dave K and Mark; the Dalek objective was to 'eliminate' HM Queen Elizabeth in a scenario set in the 1970's. UNIT fielded mortars, a section of Guardsmen and a Scimiatar tank against the Dalek and Robomen.

   Mortars and tank proved exceptionall effective against the Daleks, with one only surviving to the game's end. The Master was also skulking around, 'assisting' the Daleks but was removed from play by UNIT reversing the Scimitar and squidging the Master and a lackey against a brick wall! Lets see you regenerate from that, sunshine!

   HM was last seen exiting the table in a Land Rover; it was uncertain who was driving the vehicle - those Royal corgis are exceptionally well trained, you know . . .

Rob was playing Infinity elsewhere, but I didn't have time to look in.

Next week, I'll run Ludis Gladiatoris for those onsite, which will provide fun for 6 players. Work on the Franco-Prussian War game proceeds apace, I've also received an invite for the SELWG show at Picketts Lock, which is scheduled for Sunday 15/10/23. No decision on game as of yet.

See yer soon

Neil

3rd May Games

Better turnout this week; Dave K ran his zombie apocalypse game for Steves S&H, Mark, Eddie and Alex which provided an acceptable level of mayhem amongst the (fairly) recently deceased. Mike and Steve B were engaged in a Kill Team scenario involving Sisters of Battle and genestealers which was also messy.

I spent the evening moving between the games, getting photos and discussing the upcoming Franco-Prussian War show game. I've done some provisional unit stat cards which have been agreed, and which will go into production shortly. Matt's in full production with the bulk of the figures required (I have some Germans and French figures to complete) and Mike is supplying some terrain and extra buildings for the test game we're planning before the Broadside show on 10th June. Hopefully it will all come together in time.

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

19th April Games

Our presence was reduced to Steves S and H, Alex, Dave K and Mark this week, which gave me the chance to replay the Beachhead scenario from Space Hulk. Alex and Mark led the Sons of the Lion (Deathwing), whilst the remainder ran the Genestealers. There was a rather lot of bloodshed (mostly on the part of the Deathwing), while the stealers' losses were also high. Although the Deathwing cleared most of the opposition, their own losses were so high that the game was declared a draw. The usual 'spirited discussions on rules interpretation' occured but no wargamers were harmed in the process . . . just.

Next week, Mark has offered to run his dungeon crawl so I'll look out my Frostgrave figures which are perfect for this game. In the meantime, I'll hopefully see some of you at Salute on Saturday. Bring your own bank balance!

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