Wargaming Recon

Mike Paine, Jonathan, and Alex Kostopoulos get into their recent hobbying and the Opening Gaming Convention 2017.

Recent Hobbying

The fellas discuss their recent activities within the wargaming hobby, Mike has been busy prepping for the cons as well as a Wargaming Recon Soccer Stadium to paint for the Striker set of rules. Jonathan played Axis & Allies 1914 (affiliate link) & Battleground Games in Norton, assembled part of the Perry Miniatures Travel Battle & shot video of that (in Patreon campaign) and also received advance copy of the Cigar Box Battle Kickstarter mat & shot an unboxing video.

Open Gaming Convention 

Held July 21-23, 2017 @ Holiday Inn in Nashua, New Hampshire. This years theme was REDRUM (murder backwards). Mike gives some insight to his game.  Jonathan as always brings up improvements that could be made for next year (Hard man to please).

OGC Event  Highlights

Andre Kruppa running Star Wars Edge of Empire (affiliate link) immersive RPG events with Dark Phoenix Events

Mark Edwards running Heroes of Altamira RPG events.  He’s a familiar industry guest from TotalCon.

Mailbag

 

From Facebook

 

Listener Gabriel said of Ep 187: Maine Historical Wargamers Association  “I think that a sort of an MC for Huzzah! would help address a lot of the issues folks mentioned at the con. If there was more of a structured conversation between the Huzzah! hosts and the participants then perhaps it would come across as more engaging and structured.”

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. ”

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This episode we are joined by Jasper Oorthuys (pronounced Yasper Oar-ties) who is the managing director for Karwansaray Publishers. He is also editor of Ancient Warfare magazine. We first discussed the Great Wargaming Survey in 2014 on The Great Wargaming Survey: Episode 123, which has been downloaded almost 3,000 times! Mike Paine takes the co-host seat this time around.

The 2017 Great Wargaming Survey

Jasper gives us the scoop into the GWS, he tells us what they are aiming to achieve. How and what kind of information gets collected. (“A lot better than the 2016 Australian census” says Joshua Shoobridge).  Jasper also discusses the trends of 2017 and compares that with changes from prior years. One thing they look at is how they appeal to the average wargamer. One thing of note is that Age of Sigmar is the least played game mentioned in the survey.  Surprise surprise, World War 2 is the most played genre of game played among those surveyed. Listen for more to get it all from Jasper himself.

 

Mailbag

 

From Facebook

Listener Gabriel said of Ep 185: How to Prep a Convention Game  “For the first 10 years of wargaming I was able to keep my purchases to less than $100 a year. Then again I was doing 1/72 and Ebay is your friend for deals, but folks shouldn’t feel that it needs to be expensive. Some times that is part of the fun finding the stuff at discount or scratch building. Right now we’re doing a lot of scratch builds on the Victorian Science Fiction (VSF) Miniature Gaming Association group. Now, as I am older and I DO have more income laying around, sure, I have to watch my spending because I can easily do $1000 a year if I am not careful, but that is self inflicted so.”

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. “

Announcements

Per Nerd Broadcasting Network the Roku channel is mere weeks away from going live, at least as of this recording. When we have more info we will share it with you so you can access the new video content we are releasing

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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.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games

Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

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 190 releasing on August 21 2017

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

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“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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Disclosure

This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

 

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Adrian and Jonathan take some time to go through a new ruleset by Sam Mustafa. We all know that doing a review and playing a game is really an excuse to play a game, but the lads have some great insights in this Roman Wargame

Aurelian – What in the Romulus is it?

Aurelian is a tabletop game about the Crisis of the Third Century. Players take the role of factions – both civilized and barbarian – contending for control of the fragmenting Roman Empire. Designed by Sam Mustafa as part of his Honour series of wargames.

Where Can I Get it?

For a cracking $29 USD price, you, yes you there painting the mini, can purchase a PDF file of the ruleset. The Rules include print & play action cards & armies (unit tiles). You can purchase the cards separately via WargameVault for $18-20 per deck.

Gameplay And the Feels!

Adrian takes the reigns to go through in depth about the functionality of the rules. This is from actual gameplay. The lads discuss errors made from their understanding of the rules, things the loved, things they didn’t love and also the role terrain plays in the whole battle! Hint – no magic trees.

Mailbag

 

From Facebook

 

Listener Julie said of Ep187 Huzzah 2017 “Great podcast Jonathan, Mike and Joshua! You really pin pointed some stuff that will help us grow the club and Huzzah! and the hobby! Thank you!!!!”

 

Listener Mike said of the same episode “You are like the canvas that the others can create on! Without your rock solid foundation it becomes difficult to focus. I know having been a guest on your show it makes all the difference in the world!”

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. ”

Announcements

Per Nerd Broadcasting Network the Roku channel is mere weeks away from going live, at least as of this recording. When we have more info we will share it with you so you can access the new video content we are releasing

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Thank you to:

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Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games

Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

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 188 releasing on July 24 2017

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

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“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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Disclosure

This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

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Guest Joshua Johnson, Maine Historical Wargamers Association Vice President takes time out of his busy schedule to chat with the fellas at Wargaming Recon.

What is the Maine Historical Wargamers Association (MHWA)?

“The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (MHWA) is a not-for-profit organization promoting miniature and board gaming in Maine.  The MHWA organize three public game days each year, two game days for members and guests, and a three day convention in May.  Learn more about becoming a member today.”

Origin Story

Founded 12 years ago in 2003. Huzzah has been going for 8 years, The MHWA has been a staple for most gamers in the Maine area. Joshua goes on how it all began!

Huzzah

As with any group of gamers, an event makes the group stick together. Huzzah is the family event that brings all gamers with in the area and theme. Joshua goes on how the event is organised and run. These events don’t become what they are on their own and a organized group of “adults” make the magic happen.

The Future

With all the changes in games, rules and more wars becoming historical, Josh tells us what the MHWA is going to do to keep it all together and continue you grow the hobby and promote great gaming.

Mailbag

 

From Facebook

Listener Rich said of Episode 184 Huzzah 2017 “thank you for the review, yes was a lot of troops to move but that period no real small battles, i also run AWI and ACW games 4-6 players moves along much faster.”

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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Reminders

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Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes.

Next Episode is 188 releasing on July 24 2017

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

Contact Wargaming Recon

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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

This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license.

Disclosure

This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

 

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This week we discuss the Model Box Monthly subscription service for miniature hobbyist. Each month has a different theme.  Something cool and different for the community.

Overview

We received the May 2017 “barbaric” box to review. Details on May’s box here. June 2017’s theme is Suit Up. Each theme opens gamers up to new options.

Subscription Options

Pay monthly (23.99 GBP)

Pay quarterly (every 3 months 68.97 GBP)

Pay every 6 months (131.94 GBP)

HOW IT WORKS

Each month you receive a model box that contains an unknown cargo. The contents adhere to the theme but vary each month, which agains opens up possibilities to different hobby projects. We received 2 barbarian minis, bag of 100 plastic skulls, 2 Vallejo blood paints, 1 Army Painter blood paint.

Mailbag

From Facebook

Listener Gabriel said Ep184 Huzzah 2017:

Hi – so I’m listening to the discussion around Chain of Command and the mortar attack rule and I agree. Having watched a number of mortar fires they tend to fall around, and there are a lot of things which need to align each time shots are fired. I like to make sure “Danger Close” is dangerous, so that if you start calling for mortars, or worse artillery fires, you risk them falling on you if you are not careful.

But I agree, if you don’t like the indirect fires – change it!

 

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Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

Reminders

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Next Episode is 187 releasing on July 10 2017

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

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“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

This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license.

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This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

 

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Today the lads talk about how the average joe can go about organising a convention game, what they do, how they do it and who gets the credit for it.

Where to Start

Like most things, the idea is paramount. How to choose it and why it chosen is what is going to make or break the game.

Whats Next?

You have an idea now, a plan so to speak. Do you really have a plan? Who is doing what and when?

Final Act

What happens in the days, hours, and minutes leading to game time? Hustle happens.

Division of Labor

Who does what? This is very important. Especially if you are working in a team or representing a club. Who is accountable for what? What are the contingency plans?

Cost

Now the bread and butter, the financial, time, and other costs necessary to put on the event are the adult part of this. How much you put in is how much you’ll get out of it.

Announcement: Wargaming Recon on Video!

Roku channel launching early July – The Nerd Broadcasting Network will be creating the channel.  Wargaming Recon will be contributing content for the channel. Popular show Mythwits is also spearheading the launch. The channel will include sci-fi, horror, gaming, and cosplay films, TV series, and shorts. The launch will spread to Amazon Fire, Apple TV, and Google Play.

Wargaming Recon specific content will include:

Video of our audio podcast

Unboxing videos

Actual play video of us playing games

Tutorials on terrain making

Event coverage

Vlogging

Mailbag

From Facebook

Listener David said of Ep 182 Listener Convention Pet Peeves “Some of those are funny…. lol”

From Email

Email from Listener Kyle said of Ep 184: Huzzah 2017

“I have a theory as to why Huzzah felt more “subdued” this year.  The convention used to have a very robust presence from regional gaming groups.  There were at least three groups other than the Maine Historical Wargamers that attended.  There was even a trophy that went to the gaming group that had the best participation.

But this year the gaming groups seem to have all but evaporated.  I only saw one person wearing a Northern Conspiracy shirt and not a single shirt from a Boston area gaming group.  When the gaming groups had a much greater presence, the level of camaraderie was much higher – both within groups and between groups.  The energy definitely much more heightened in those years.”

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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.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games

Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

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 186 releasing on June 26 2017

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

Contact Wargaming Recon

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

License

This recording is licensed under [...]

At the DoubleTree Inn at Portland, Maine the fantastic folks at the Maine Historical Wargaming Society put on a great convention!  Adrian & Jonathan give their thoughts on the proceedings.

Games Played

Friday

Battle of Chotusitz 1742 using Carnage & Glory GM Rich Wallace

Saturday

Assault on Russian Commune 209 using Chain of Command Mitch Abrams

Castles of Steel Battle of Dogger Bank using General Quarters  GM Wayne Warner

Taiko’s Sword Hunt using Test of Honor GM Stephen White

Survival Necessities

Jonathan gives a review on the accommodations and food available to those travelling specifically to the con, including Heidi’s Brooklyn Deli and Smiling Hill Farm. Also to create more fun the organisers created a ticket raffle, listen to find out more about it.

VENDORS

Wargamers’ Terrain

The Hobby Bunker

NETWORKING

Club Game/Stalingrad

John Grogan

Robert

Sal from Chain of Command

Mailbag

From Facebook

Listener Tom said of Ep 183 Cigar Box Battle w/Chris Ward “I own 6 of these so fat and would strongly consider buying more. They are very useful. Double sided mats sound like a great idea!”

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Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games

Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

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 185 releasing on June 12 2017

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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

This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license.

Disclosure

This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

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Chris Ward is the Creative Manager & Blog Administrator for Cigar Box Battle and half of the team behind their incredible gaming mats.  Cory their Content Manager & Gamer Guru couldn’t make this episode..

Origin Story

Find out has two long time gamers and friends help fill a void in the hobby with their ideas and talents, almost as cool as Batmans Origin story, and more meaningful to wargamers.

The Mats

Chris goes into detail in how the mats are made, desgined and where the ideas are plucked from!

Circle Mats

One of the newer offerings of mats, we get to learn more about the popularity and reasoning behind the design.

Plush Mats

Some think they are shaved off the back of a rare goat, well youre wrong. Chris gives us the skinny on how these awesome mats are made and where on earth they come up with the idea!

Licensed Mats

Cigar Box produce a bunch of mats that are licensed to specific battles and rule sets.Are the suitable for Across a Deadly Field or Sam Mustafa’s Blucher?

What’s next?  

Listen to Chris divulge some info on whats new!

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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.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games

Kyle from Vermont

$55 away from next Patreon Goal

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 184 releasing on May 29 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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“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

This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license.

Disclosure

This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.

Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor.

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In episode 179 Jonathan revealed his 5 convention pet peeves. After it aired, listeners responded with some of their own.  We received so many that we decided to do an entire episode on it. Now sit back and relax and listen to the sound of the grinding of the gears!

Listener Pet Peeves

Listener Graydon said “Asking for a table in the main room because you need a big space, they put you in a tiny room…wander into the main room and see a dozen empty tables that you could have used.”

Listener Jonathan (not our Jonathan) said “organisers charging demo gamers to get in.”

Listener Alan said “There aren’t enough of them in Maine.”

Listener Derik said “That guy eating greasy food and picking up my miniatures without asking.”

Listener Guy said “1) The nose picker 2) The smelly and unkempt 3) The nitpicker 4) The Anachronistic Anarchist 5) The sneaky mover 6) The Polemicist 7) The smelly, greasy food eater 8) The guy bumping into the table 9) The chronic wee-wee breaker 10) Ruler tapper 11) Incredible Hot Chick (kidding, never happens)”

Listener Derik said “‘The Tactician’ That’s the guy who interrupts your game to ask you why you didn’t do this, why you aren’t doing this, didn’t you see this?””

Listener Rob said “What happened to the giant backpack wearers (blocking the aisles) or turning round and knocking folks over as they do?”

Listener Allen said “Oh, I would so love to participate in this one. But when I go to conventions I am representing my company. So I have to say that everyone there is just wonderful and I love them all.”

Listener Joseph “No play testing which results in epic tabletop failure. Move for 3 hours talk for an hour. Help pick up an awesome looking game and wonder why you did it to yourself all over again.”

Listener Kevin said “Tables that are not level or do not properly ‘butt’ against one another. Misleading game descriptions. At HMGS-E conventions you can pre-register for a game long before it starts. GMs who never shut up. Broken or non-existent exhaust fans in the public Men’s Room. The guy who shows up with a little kid and says “This is Sheldon. He is eight. I signed him up to play this game. I’ll be back when the game is over.” And then leaves us to babysit (true story). Getting married. Going to a hotel for your honeymoon. Finding it filled with wargamers. (Hey….the sword cuts both ways). Sitting at the hotel bar. wanting a bit of peace and quiet. Only to have a hyperactive, extroverted loudmouth plop down on the bar-stool next to you and recount every single die-roll of the past 8 years. GMs who make sound effects. GMs that “squeeze” their game onto a smaller sized table. Players who argue with the GM.”

Listener Peter said “Know it all GEEKS”

Listener Mark said “Piss poor lighting.”

Listener Guy said “Occasionally, I will liquidate a small portion of my extensive 20mm collection at HGMS – Lancaster PA. I love what I now call “price jackals” or “lowballers” that counter offer my already reasonable prices with ridiculously low offers. It becomes comical after a while. I tend to politely ignore them.”

Listener Peter said “Now on the other hand I find some items that I call. ” RETAIL PLUS” That is when a person is asking just about the full retail or asking retail for a used items that you can go over to the next hall and get it sometimes even less. I have seen it.”

Listener Tim said “Demonstration games covered in empty cans and wrappers. Game ‘hosts’ who stand around chatting with their club mates and ignore the public.”

Listener Graydon said “Going to HMGS conventions for fifteen years and you’ve never seen anyone put on the whole Battle of Leipzig s[...]

Wargamers’ Terrain is made by Joe Linares from western Massachusetts.  It is often found as a vendor at New England conventions such as Huzzah.  Each piece is made by hand, not by casting.  The company began in 2003.

Products Reviewed

FlexRivers Deluxe

FlexRoads Standard

FlexStone Fences

FlexFields Plowed Field

FlexFields Clump Grass and Field Grass

Ordering

Add specific items to cart on their website.  Pay via Paypal when finishes (You get Paypal’s protection plus you can include notes!!!) After Jonathan ordered he received an e-mail from Joe asking his color preference for the rivers.

By default they are blue/green. 

Other options are:

Mostly blue

Mostly green

Mostly brown

You can also ask for other color combos

You can also get custom shapes instead of the default.  Just contact Joe in advance. Jonathan placed order end of 2nd week in November 2016, it was shipped via USPS with tracking on Dec 1st, 2016. It then arrived Dec 3rd, 2016. The longest wait is time for products to cure.  Several days for fences etc

Check out his initial reaction here

Conclusion

We highly recommend Wargamers’ Terrain products. The FlexRivers in particular are quite exceptional.

Mailbag

From Facebook

Listener Kyle said of Ep179 5 Convention Pet Peeves. “For me it boils down to this: If I am going to spend lots of time and money to attend a convention. I want to make sure that I know exactly what I am registered for and that I don’t have to worry about any hiccups. I know that these people are volunteers, so I am willing to cut them some slack. Having said that, I wasn’t pleased that [a local con] opened up registration early[ier than expected]. It definitely cost me some games.”

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