Wargaming Recon

You know what really grinds my gears? What gears you ask? Well the GEARS OF WAR(gaming conventions). Join Jonathan today as he vents his mind in regards to what can improve our beloved gaming cons.

The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet

 

1 - Unnecessarily Difficult Experiences

It shouldn't be like searching for the Ark of the Covenant to find where you are supposed to be gaming. Failing to number tables for GMs, mentioned in the TotalCon 2017 ep, is a prime example, This is a simple fix and very easy to avoid. Other things would be inadequate gaming space, having the con in hard to find locations, when your GPS says "good luck" when you put in the address is a bad sign.

2 - Registration problems

You should not be able to pre-register for games that are full. Opening pre-registration for hotel rooms and/or the convention too far in advance also falls into this category. Just like a fat person getting small clothes before they lose weight, when the time comes you just don't know if it will fit.

3 - Unclear rules

The con should have a clearly stated and found code of conduct/terms of service/policies. They should at least state what is or is not allowed and also how monetary transactions are to occur. By this I mean they should say how much a ticket costs, payment methods, etc. If Moses could present 10 rules to the Hebrews, con organisers could come up with a handful of common sense guidelines.

4 - Lack of gaming variety/too much variety

It is annoying when a con has 5 games using a single system/time period to the detriment of all else.  It is also annoying if there's a lot of different games that don't cover any of the most popular systems/time periods. Clumping similar games/periods together such as all the WW2 games in a Saturday afternoon slot can be another problem. This tends to rely more on the GMs submitting the games as they submit what they like and when they can run the game.  The con does have a responsibility to intervene. Not everyone can be at the con all weekend or can play in that Saturday afternoon.  You need spread things out. Just like vegemite, it is better if its spread lightly and evenly.

5 - No Attendee Feedback

Every con should strive to provide the best customer service it can. Nobody is perfect and even for those that are great they can benefit from feedback. Every con should have some method for attendees to easily provide feedback. This can be as simple as a SurveyMonkey survey online, feedback forms at the con, or posting on social media. The con needs to take that feedback to heart, think about it, and make any necessary changes.  Don't be like comic store guy from the Simpsons - "worst feedback ever...."

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Hope you enjoy the first of two “Best of” 2017 episodes. Originally released on September 18, 2017 the episode features game designer Sam Mustafa talking about Aurelian and his new WWII game Rommel.

This ReCast features Alex and Jonathan sharing why this is a best of episode for them.  On behalf of all of us we hope that all of you have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2017.

Game Design

Sam discusses his game design preferences and philosophy as previously discussed in WR 113. Sam gives a few more points to those wanting to get into this part of the hobby.

Aurelian

Adrian & Jonathan briefly share thoughts on the game they have played and enjoyed.

Rommel

Rommel is a tabletop game of great battles in the European and Mediterranean theatres of the Second World War. The player takes the role of a general commanding an entire division, or elements of several divisions, or an entire corps or even an army. Units represent companies and battalions. Tens of thousands of men and machines clash for control of miles of territory. Make decisions about the application of air power, engineering, the use of reconnaissance, the commitment of mobile reserves, and many other things.

Sam take the time to talk about its conception and how it fills the gaps between all other WW2 games.

 

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We love all our guests.  The poll is just for fun. Jasper Oorthuys is coming in 1st so far.

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5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Perched in a pizza place, Jonathan and Alex sit and slip into a state of nostalgia as they regale each other with stories from the front (and sometimes from the paint table)

Alex

Has been spending his time solo gaming with Kings of War by Mantic. He has been talking this game up for a while, and this show notes monkey can tell you it is a great game! Inclusive of all scales and also easy enough for kids to get involved in. Speaking of kids and gaming, Alex has also been playing Castle panic with his daughter, the best draw card in this is that it is a co-op game, which by Alex’s standards is a great way to get kids into gaming. Alex also mentions some time he has spent playing Pandemic, listen to what he lays out while stuffing his face.

 

Johnny Boy

Oh Johnny Boy……. the paints, the paints are calling! You have heard it right people, Jonathan has gotten excited for a painting handle, the GW Painting handle to be precise. Leaving to a nice debate between him and Alex in regards to GW product vs Heart Burn Medication Tub. But the paradox to this is – Jonathan Painting. While trying to avoid further argument, Jonathan tells us about his new game “How to get quickly and safely from A to B”. Hopefully the game helps him get his point across.

 

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A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.

 

ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Don’t know what to give your wargaming pals or lovers for christmas, we have the ideal list for you! Join us with our annual holiday gift guide!

JONATHAN’S LIST

UNDER $20

Trees such as the Bachmann Scene Scapes 5-6 inch Blue Spruce Trees $15.31

1 month subscription to Model Box (use code Recon10 to save 10% off your 1st model box)  $28.44 after discount.

Amazon gift card to purchase stuff.

UNDER $50

Gangs of Rome rules & gang of 5 miniatures 35 GBP aka approx. $46 USD

Axis & Allies 1914 $67.86 or less via Amazon affiliate link. 

Crescent Root series 3 hybrid 28mm building $38 USD in choice of 3 colors. 

$100 & UP

Dwarven Forge Painted Royal Stronghold $250 deposit towards total of $2,090 + taxes & shipping

Custom gaming table such as via Wyrmwood or the Titan via BoardGameTables.com $2,499+

Attend a Con.  TotalCon Attendance-$353.18 & up, Huzzah Attendance-$268.26 and up

ADRIAN’S LIST

UNDER $20

Gift certificate to Litko

UNDER $50

Advanced Squad Leader Kit #1 & #2 $55

$100 AND UP

Crescent Root 28mm Church set $348

 

MIKE’S LIST

Southern Belles & Northern Beauties Set I $35.00 via ThingsFromTheBasement.com

ThingsFromTheBasement’s Russian Village, 28mm, laser-cut HDF terrain set $220 via Kickstarter (100% FUNDED!)

JOSHUA’S LIST

UNDER $20

Army Painter Dark Tone Ink $5.85 via Amazon

UNDER $50

Citadel Miniature Repair Kit $20 USD

$100 & UP

Renedra Standard Castle Bundle $455.14 USD

JAMIE’S LIST

UNDER $20

Premium subscription to Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine $17.52 USD via affiliate link 

UNDER $50

Warhammer Underworlds Shadespire $51 USD via Amazon

Warhammer 40,000 First Strike $32.49 

$100 & UP

15mm WW2 figures via Peter Pig, Battlefront, or Plastic Soldier Company

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Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements.

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A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.

 

ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Alex wants to dive into Kings of War, but he wants to do it on a budget.  What’s the answer?  Do it in 15mm of course.

 

The fellas discuss the challenges of shrinking the popular 28mm scale fantasy wargame to a smaller size.

Test of Honor FAQ

Warlord Games implemented a new method of distributing the Test of Honor FAQ.  Jonathan raises the topic to see.

The method is:

“Buy” the FAQ from the Warlord Games webshop for a price of $0.00 (aka FREE)

Must create a user account on the Warlord Games website, which requires

Providing an e-mail address

Giving a physical mailing address

Completing the checkout process.

 

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Bubba Bundesliga said of our Unboxing Perry Miniatures Travel Battle video, “You have it good sir with USD, try paying for stuff in Australian dollars, why does Australia have to be so far away from everything :-(. Really loved the unboxing and you have convinced me to get this set that I was umming and arring about. Cheers Mate”

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@DrakePoldragon said “OMG! I didn’t appreciate just how soft and luxurious these @CigarBoxBattle mats were until now. Can’t wait to use them @wargamingrecon“

 

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ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Thank you to:

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Kyle from Vermont

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Next Episode is 197 releasing on November 27 2017

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Origin stories tell us where we came from and for many of us can help guide us to where we want to go.  Adrian’s gaming origins coincide with some of the early days of modern tabletop gaming.  Jonathan’s come a bit later and the show’s even later still.

If you’ve never heard Introducing Wargaming Recon Episode #1, then this episode is for you.

Not only do the fells share their gaming history, they also discuss a bit of the show’s future.  The episode is littered with names of games of note.

 

 

 

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Listener Patrick said of Ep194 “I attended Council of Five Nations once, in 1990 (the same year I first attended Totalcon now that I think about it). For the past several years I’ve been meaning to get back there. Hopefully 2018 will be the year. Great show guys as always.”

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ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Next Episode is 196 releasing on November 13 2017

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Jonathan and Mike regale us with tales from Council of Five Nations, games played, ideas formed and friendships tested over the battlefield.

Another Convention

Council of Five Nations is the SWA’s annual gaming convention, held every year in early Autumn. It is one of the longest-running adventure gaming conventions in the world. the 40th Council was held on Sept 29-Oct 1, 2017. The group is focused on quality gaming and on growing the community as their philosophy states “Council strives toward the goal of “quality over quantity”. We’re a medium-sized con, but we try to have top-notch events. We predict an attendance of about 350 this year. As with all the Councils over the years, our goal is a nice balance between role-play games, miniatures, board games and other stuff.”

Jonathan and Mike give their thoughts into how the feel of the con meets those who attended, the auction and the games. See if they match up to what they strived to do.

Recent Gaming

The boys receive a box of board games to review for TSR and also a shipment from The Warstore with some Bolt Action. (Means Jonathan needs to paint!!!!)

The lads also had a chance to play Travel Battle from the Perry Brothers at Command Zone Games, stay tuned for our review on the new set! In the review we will give you the feedback we received from the unboxing video.

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Listener Landsurfer66 said of Ep192 “Hahaha, Adrian is so deadpan. Great episode guys.”

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ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Kyle from Vermont

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We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.

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Next Episode is 195 releasing on October 30 2017

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Adrian and Jonathan review some wargaming products that are soon to be available online. Specifically hedgerows.

The Hedgerows

Purchased for $9USD for 1, 9 inch section “the hedgerow comes in other sizes such as 6 inches roughly $1 per inch of hedgerow”.  Made from same compound used in the interior of the FlexFences. They are coated with static grass, twigs, flock, pebbles, and other basing material. They are great for North American & Western European locales.  They also would work for portions of Asia. Customers can contact Joe Linares to order them as they are NOT for sale yet on the Wargamers’ Terrain website.  We purchased ours at Huzzah 2017.

Model Box

Reviewed it with Mike Paine on Episode 186. We wanted to revisit. At the time Mike wasn’t a fan of it and Jonathan was firmly on the fence. It came up on Episode 187 with guest Joshua Johnson.  He liked the idea. We wanted to tackle it again because there’s been a lot of discussion lately about subscription boxes/crates/etc. Jonathan is quoted saying “I DO NOT PAINT.  Been on record for years saying I don’t assemble & paint minis. Model Box got me to paint and assemble.  Im working on the 2nd fig from that May 2017 Barbarian box and have subscribed to the October 2017 one they’re calling the “Orktober” box”

 

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From Facebook

Listener Jack had questions about the hedgerows.  He asked:1) How durable are they? 2) How generic are they (i.e. multipurpose)? 3) How easy are they to store?

Listener Jamie asked some terrain questions: “How do you design your tables?” “What does Adrian take into account when planning con games?  Do you think realism, tactics, aesthetics? What do you shoot for and what compeimises do you make?”

Listener Gabriel says “Would be curious to know how fragile and flexible they are.”

 

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A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.

The Veteran Wargamer

We’re guests on an episode of Jay Arnold’s podcast The Veteran Wargamer.  Recording our appearance tomorrow night. By the time you hear this episode Jay will have already released our guest appearance.

Check the Wargaming Recon FB page for more details

ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

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Kyle from Vermont

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.

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Next Episode is 194 releasing on October 16 2017

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Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaun[...]

Sam Mustafa discusses his game design along with some of his games including Aurelian and his brand new title Rommel.

Game Design

Sam discusses his game design preferences and philosophy as previously discussed in WR 113. Sam gives a few more points to those wanting to get into this part of the hobby.

Aurelian

Adrian & Jonathan briefly share thoughts on the game they have played and enjoyed.

Rommel

Rommel is a tabletop game of great battles in the European and Mediterranean theatres of the Second World War. The player takes the role of a general commanding an entire division, or elements of several divisions, or an entire corps or even an army. Units represent companies and battalions. Tens of thousands of men and machines clash for control of miles of territory. Make decisions about the application of air power, engineering, the use of reconnaissance, the commitment of mobile reserves, and many other things.

Sam take the time to talk about its conception and how it fills the gaps between all other WW2 games.

 

Mailbag

 

From Facebook

Listener Tim said of Ep 189: Great Wargaming Survey 2017 with Jasper Oorthuys  “I make sure I take the survey every year. It’s important to have your opinions in the mix, as publishers and manufacturers pay attention to the results.”

Listener Jay also said of the same episode “Started listening to the Ep today. Thanks for the shout out! Wargaming Recon is one of the inspirations for The Veteran Wargamer. Glad you enjoy it.”

Announcements

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and taken part in a fun poll where people are voting for their favorite podcast guests so far this year.

We love all our guests.  The poll is just for fun. Jasper Oorthuys is coming in 1st so far.

ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show

If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio.

iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby?

Recent Reviews

Announcements

WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon

Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST

Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Kyle from Vermont

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.

Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes.

Next Episode is 193 releasing on October 2 2017

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

Contact Wargaming Recon

We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to:

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes.

License

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Among the crowd and noise, Adrian sits down with Jonathan at the Hobby Bunker Game Day for 2017 and chew the fat about a great day and a hobby we all love!

The Game Day

Held at the Hobby Bunker in Malden, the game day was made up of 3 game slots of 15 games being played in each. Jonathan and the lads go into what games they hooked into. Apart from the gaming, comes the shopping! As with any gaming event, they may have to tell their better half why there is no money left.

The Store

Incorporated Hobby Bunker, Inc. in 1997 and opened our doors to the public in 1998. They now celebrating our 19th year. They strive to offer us gamers the widest array of toy soldiers and hobby items at the most competitive prices. If you cannot find what you are looking for in their store or on their website, they will do their very best to locate the product(s) or help point you in the right direction. Owner and president, Matthew Murphy, has been around toy soldiers, model kits and gaming nearly his entire life. He has also been collecting toy soldiers, building models and dioramas and playing wargames for many years. He has a great passion for toy soldiers and history and he and his full-time staff are always happy to meet and help anyone from beginner to seasoned hobby enthusiasts!

Next time on Battlestar Galactica  Wargaming Recon

The man, the myth, the game designer Sam Mustafa sits down with us to discuss things that we all should be excited about. Releasing on Wargaming Recon# 192 releasing on September 18 2017.

 

Mailbag

From Facebook

 

Listener Sean said of Ep 186: Model Box Subscription Review “I come up with plenty of ideas on what to buy from on my own, thanks!”

Announcements

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and taken part in a fun poll where people are voting for their favorite podcast guests so far this year.

We love all our guests.  The poll is just for fun. Jasper Oorthuys is coming in 1st so far.

ITUNES REVIEW

5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ”

Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show

If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio.

iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby?

Recent Reviews

Announcements

WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon

Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST

Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Kyle from Vermont

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.

Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes.

Next Episode is 192 releasing on September 18, 2017

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

Contact Wargaming Recon

We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to:

[email protected] (Audio files welcome)

Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wr[...]