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Post by: grey_death
DAKKACON: PHILADELPHIA
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Hot on the heels of Games Day North America, I decided to pitch the idea of a Dakka Meet and Greet to the DCM Forum. That idea grew to become DakkaCon: Philadelphia, a mostly social event with some gaming and hobby thrown in for good measure! There will be lots to do, and even if you're not up for any of the formal events, there is always getting the chance to play a random game against a new friend or two.
When: January 21st, 22nd, and 23rd 2011
Where: Showcase Comics Battle Bunker
Why: To game, meet new people, have a great time!
What: 40k Mini Campaign, Fantasy Mini Campaign, Speed Painting Contest, Dakka Painting Challenge: Bretonnia, Raffle Prize, Open Hobby, Open Gaming
How Much: Free Entry, $5 for each organized event you wish to play/compete in that will go toward purchasing prizes. Open Gaming/Hobby is Free!
So save the date, come out and have fun!
Event rules are posted below.
Side Note: DCM's have priority for any event with limited availability, pre-registered events only. All slots the day of are first come first served.
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Wanting something with a little more bite? Empchild is planning on running a tournament January 23rd, that will feed your competition needs!
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Fantasy Mini-Campaign Rules (via RITides)
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Day: January 22nd
Fantasy warbands:
-Limit 500 points, Rulebook percentages apply
-No Lords. Heroes are OK, but not mandatory- if not taking a hero, you must upgrade a unit champion and designate them as your general (they still must remain with their unit, but other units can use that model's leadership as if it were the general).
-If using a unit champion as your army's general, you cannot take a BSB or any other character.
-Only 50 points are earned for slaying the enemy general. Captured banners still give 25 points.
-Limit 1 Monster OR 1 Warmachine (not both) per army. 2-for-1 monster/warmachines are not allowed, only a single model is allowed
-Winds of magic are generated by rolling a single dice. The casting player gets the value of the dice ( d6) for PD while the defending player gets the value of the roll as if it was a d3 for DD
-For spells with a "large" and "small" version, only the small version is in play
Army specific FAQs:
-Brettonians do not need to take characters for a general and BSB, even though their army book requires them to. For the purposes of this warbands campaign, they can do like every other army book, and simply upgrade a unit champion to be their general if they prefer, and do not have to take a BSB.
PM RiTides if you have an army-specific question
Scenarios and Battle Map:
Custom scenarios are forthcoming as the event gets closer! This section will be fleshed out with more details soon, so keep checking back 
Each battle will take place on a map that will be at the event, so that we can keep track of the larger "war" going on, and have each "side" (good vs. evil, approximately) going for larger objectives.
The first round will be random, but afterwards your "team" (good or evil) will be able to discuss what army you would like to battle in which part of the map, or possibly against which opponent, etc. Most likely the current losing side will get more of the choices here.
At least one of the missions will be an assassin-type mission, aiming to kill a single model in the enemy army. There will probably also be an attacker / defender mission, perhaps for a strategic point on the map. There will also likely be cumulative effects from the previous battle on each army (not enough to cripple or overpower an army, just something to make things interesting and make a win worthwhile).
We're hoping these games can be done in 1-1.5 hours to make them fast and fun . Also, the larger strategy of positioning your team's armies on the map should make for a fun team atmosphere so that we can get to know each other and work together, even though each battle is 1on1 
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40k Mini Campaign
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Day: January 22nd
ARMY LIMITATIONS
Each player will need an army that conforms to the rules below:
• Armies are no more than 500 points.
• The Warhammer 40,000 5th Edition Rules will be used.
• You must have one Troop choice.
• You may have one HQ choice, but no more than one
• Armies are not required to take mandatory unit choices. All other unit restrictions (i.e. 0-1) apply.
• You may spend remaining points from anywhere in the Codex.
• No model can have more than 2 Wounds.
• No model can have a 2+ save.
• No Special/Unique/Named Characters are allowed in the Campaign event.
• No vehicles with a total Armour value greater than 33. This is calculated by adding the Front, Side and Rear armour numbers. (Only count the Side once).
• The 'What You See Is What You Get' ( WYSIWYG) rule is in effect. That means all units must be easily identifiable as the particular codex choice they represent and that any and all weapons/options taken for a unit must be clearly represented on the model(s).
COMMANDERS
As you might not pick an HQ choice, the patrol should still have a commander who gives the orders and against which Leadership tests are made. This, of course, would be the most senior ranking figure. In the case of two figures being of an equal rank then the player may choose which is the patrol's leader, and only that figure may confer its Leadership bonus to friendly squads.
SCENARIOS
Missions will be pulled from the Battle Missions book.
Missions represent territory on a map, and territory will be important toward determining various bonuses and selection of attack/defenses! More on that the day of the event!
Battle Points for each match will be awarded as follows:
• Win = 15 points
• Draw = 8 points
• Loss = 3 points
AWARDS
• Sector General: The player of the winning team who finished with the highest number of battle points based on the conditions of the individual games.
• Artisan: The player who receives the most votes for best painted combat patrol.
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This time, it's LIVE!
The Rules:
1.) Abide by the spirit and guidelines of the Challenge presented.
2.) Paint your model!
4.) Show up to Dakkacon: Philadelphia!
5.) Pony up the $5 Organized Event entry fee and get your model in by 12:00 (Noon), on January 22nd (Saturday).
6.) Everyone attending Dakkacon: Philadelphia will be allowed one vote.
7.) Prizes will be awarded for the TOP 3 models with the most votes.
Notes: Unlike other challenges, I'm actively encouraging you to post your progress here on Dakka and get as much feedback as possible!
Entry fees go directly to prize support.
All Users are Eligible!
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The Prize:
The Winners Recieve: Dakka Bragging rights, A Dakka front page announcement of your glorious victory, the respect from your fellow modelers, and prizes yet to be determined!
The Challenge
 Dakka Knights
For Bretonnia! For Dakka!
Heed the call to arms! For the march to war is a valiant one! Together we shall crush those who stand in our way! Under the hooves of our mighty steeds they shall be trampled! At the tip of our lance shall they feel the cold bite of death! To arms brothers! To victory!
There is a beautiful individuality that can be seen with any Bretonnian force. That exact trait is what drove the choice of Bretonnian Knights as the subject matter for the first in person Dakka Painting Challenge! The more outrageous, the more subdued, the more realistic you can make your knight, the more personal it will become, creating an avatar wholly unique. It's a battle of the brush, one that will only end in glorious defeat of your opponents! Are you up for the challenge?
The Deadline: January 22nd, 2011 12:00 Eastern
Challenge Rules:
Model must be a single Bretonnian Knight model. Conversions are acceptable. The model must be based on a 25x50mm base (the standard base that comes with most knights for the army). Scenic bases are allowed, but must conform to this basing size.
If you have ANY questions regarding the competition, please feel free to ask here or email DakkaPaintingChallenge@dakkadakka.com!!
As the first in person Dakka Painting Challenge, this event will set the precedent for future contests! Create something amazing! Set the bar high!
Happy Painting! 
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Watch this space for more.
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Post by: RiTides
Looking forward to this . I think it's going to be a blast, and it will be awesome to meet more of these elusive Dakka Dakka members, and match name-to-screen-name
Maybe name tags with handle and real name slots are in order... 
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Post by: mikhaila
RiTides wrote:Looking forward to this . I think it's going to be a blast, and it will be awesome to meet more of these elusive Dakka Dakka members, and match name-to-screen-name
Maybe name tags with handle and real name slots are in order...
Black marker, the type that lasts forever, and I'll put all your names on your foreheads!
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Sounds nifty, I'll be there, with an army or not.
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Post by: grey_death
Updated with preliminary 40k Campaign Rules!
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
Mrs Stompa and I will, immigration board willing, be attending.
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Post by: Alpharius
Where I shall crush MGS's totally cheesy yet somehow vaguely, tenuously and conveniently 'fluffy' armies, once and for all! 
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Post by: UCPesmerga
I shall be there, seeing as I live close enough, and grey_death might hurt me were I not to show.
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Post by: XxRVNGRDxX
Living an hour away makes it an easy trek to this event. I will definitely make it to this.
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Post by: Jin
Alpharius wrote:Where I shall crush MGS's totally cheesy yet somehow vaguely, tenuously and conveniently 'fluffy' armies, once and for all!
Not if I get to him first
@ MGS - you're gonna drag along the Missus to this? What a cruel, cruel man you are .
Actually, I'm reminded that I'm seeking redemption against a certain Mr. RiTides who sold me crappy dice right before our last encounter. Tricky git.
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Post by: RiTides
Lol I'll be bringing Mrs. RiTides, too, so be nice . Although I imagine she'll probably stop in for a few minutes, then take the care somewhere else in Philly while we play with toy soldiers!
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Post by: DiscoVader
XxRVNGRDxX wrote:Living an hour away makes it an easy trek to this event. I will definitely make it to this.
QFT. I'm looking forward to having a big ol' Warhammer gathering close to home, and being able to get more experience and playtime with folks from online. Doubt I'll take place in any of the organized events, but I'll certainly be looking to get in as many casual games as possible.
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Post by: Chimera_Calvin
Good luck to all involved - although I missed Platinum Devil, those who went assure me it was a good day and I've had some great feedback about Silver Sorcerer. In the UK, at least, when dakka members get together a good time seems to be had (and much alcohol consumed  ) by all. Hope you all have a great time, best wishes from across the pond, C_C EDIT - dang double posts...
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
Alpharius wrote:Where I shall crush MGS's totally cheesy yet somehow vaguely, tenuously and conveniently 'fluffy' armies, once and for all!
Jin wrote:
Not if I get to him first
@ MGS - you're gonna drag along the Missus to this? What a cruel, cruel man you are .
Bah, once i actually read the WHFB rules and try my first game, you couple of sissy's is history! Looking forward to your griffon spam, alpharius... or should I call you... CAPTAIN CAMEMBERT!
And yes, the current Lady Stompa has an interest in playing tyranids. Not sold her on a fantasy race yet, perhaps she might like skaven or night goblins.
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Post by: Reprisal
This looks fun. I'm going to see if I can get some friends together and make a road trip. Any decent hotels nearby you recommend?
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Post by: Boss Salvage
You've got my attention, but will be complicated by school starting that week and whether Wehrkind will let me invade his house for the weekend ...
- Salvage
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Post by: akira5665
I hate you all.
When can we do this for all the Dakkites in Aus?
Boo Hoo!!!!
PS- You will all have loads of fun. I hate you.
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Post by: grey_death
Hope you can make it down Salvage Rope Wehrkind and tell him to come out too!
As for Dakkacon for aussies, see what sort of interest there is, and start planning! No one is saying it has to be a mod that puts it together!
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Post by: Catyrpelius
Definatly planning on attending, anyone want to split a room with me for that night.....I'm thinking it might not be the best idea for me to drive back to Northern Jersey after all the festivites...
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Post by: mikhaila
Reprisal wrote:This looks fun. I'm going to see if I can get some friends together and make a road trip. Any decent hotels nearby you recommend?
Quality Inn, Media PA.
http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-media-pennsylvania-PA560
Right across from the street from the mall. Stumpbling distance from the bar, or they'll send a shuttle for you. 15 minutes from the Philly airport with shuttle service. 75.00 a night if you mention you want the "Granite Run Mall" rate. Newly renovated and decent. Denny's right next to it for food.
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Post by: grey_death
Planning to put together a Warriors of Chaos warband and an Orks patrol for the campaigns here.
Anyone else planning to build/paint an army for Dakkacon?
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Post by: Elnicko5
This is awesome, I will most certainly be attending. It's nice to finally have an event close to home.
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Post by: RiTides
I know Jin and I will each be making up new armies for the 500 point fantasy campaign, and are busily debating back and forth about what to take
I'll probably make the drive back to MD Saturday night, pretty much a lightweight drinker here... but I won't mind watching others get to the point of needing to be within "stumbling distance" of their accomodations for the night
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Post by: KamenRiderW
i shall be there. maybe since that is the day after me and the fiance anniversary. but i am comin from ny but driving back the next day
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i shall be there. maybe since that is the day after me and the fiance anniversary. but i am comin from ny but driving back the same day
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Post by: DiscoVader
Hmm. Looking at the rules for the 500 point mini campaigns, I might just have to work on building a list for it. If I did the Fantasy one it'd be a great way to get myself motivated to pick up some more Lizardmen models and get them built/painted. Granted, I'd have to get in at least a few games before I took part, but it sounds like it'd be a fun thing to take part in.
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Post by: RiTides
At 500 points, things are pretty simple, and we can always coach you through even if you've only got a game or two of fantasy under your belt
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Post by: Catyrpelius
Im thinking I'm going to brin 500 points worth of Necrons....
thats a sweet deal on the room.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
grey_death wrote:Planning to put together a Warriors of Chaos warband and an Orks patrol for the campaigns here.
Anyone else planning to build/paint an army for Dakkacon?
Definitely have eevil gears turning re: fantasy possibilities
- Salvage
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Post by: Jin
I'm mulling over what to put together for a WFB warband.
I'm considering making a Counts-As Lizardmen army based on Goblin Cult of the Great Cave Squig (counts as stegadon).
Or a warband of My Little Chaos Ponies.
Or something else that's equally silly/wacky.
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Post by: Alpharius
500 Points of True Scale Alpha Legion are in the works!
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Post by: Jin
Alph, you gonna try to bring down some WFB pain?
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Post by: Alpharius
Probably...
Empire, most likely!
I am a notoriously SLOW painter, but I should be able to manage 500 points of each by then.
Of course, I'll probably try to get a full 40K army ready for then too, "just in case"!
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
I'll most likely build a 40k force for the mini-campaign. Not the best painter ever, but I do what I can.
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Post by: Alpharius
Do it!!!
It is all about having fun, meeting fellow Dakka Dakka people and, yeah, having a good time!
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Post by: DiscoVader
Yeah, I think I might go ahead and pick up some LM models to make my little force from. Went ahead and came up with an idea for it last night before bed, so just need to get the models and get to painting/building. And I HAVE to make sure to get myself motivated to paint to avoid making my LM suffer the same fate as my orks! (Fully built and playable, about... maybe 5% painted?)
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
After-party lol?
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Jin wrote:I'm considering making a Counts-As Lizardmen army based on Goblin Cult of the Great Cave Squig (counts as stegadon).
Is there another monster that can be jammed into 500 points? I think steg might be the only one because it's a special slot so has 250 points available, whilst most other monsters are rares / heroes so jammed into 150 ... Giant squig sounds groovy to me - Salvage
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Post by: RiTides
Yes, I think it'd be the special stegadon he's thinking of counting it as. Besdies, only one monster on the table anyway (in the rules) just in case someone, somewhere figures out how to fit in several . Wouldn't really be in the spirit of the campaign, though!
Still mulling my options, I'd like to do something really off-the-wall for this! And different from my other armies (trees, and starting trolls)
Will also be posting the rules in the fantasy section to get more feedback . Already saw one thing that needs fixing- VPs should be calculated for each model lost, instead of whole units... otherwise, we might get some 0-0 games!
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Post by: Athera
ugh. you need a bigger picture to post mate.
As far as the event. It's on a day I work and a bit far out of my travel radius.
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Post by: Manchu
I want to come to this so badly.
What a great reason to get some armies going! And the points make it very doable.
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Can I suggest adding some other events? Like a Dark Heresy game. I have been wanting to throw down with Alpharius since forever! And how about BFG? I could put together a BFG force by January if other people were up for it.
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Post by: Jin
I think the idea is that if there's something that you think would be fun to do and you can wrangle up the people for it, just suggest it!
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Post by: mikhaila
Manchu wrote:I want to come to this so badly.
What a great reason to get some armies going! And the points make it very doable.
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Can I suggest adding some other events? Like a Dark Heresy game. I have been wanting to throw down with Alpharius since forever! And how about BFG? I could put together a BFG force by January if other people were up for it.
Plan it, and they will come!
There's 20+ tables in the bunker, and 8 in the store. Lots of room for lots of games.
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Post by: grey_death
Updated the post to include the full weekend for event planning.
Friday as it stands will likely be an open night of gaming, meet and greet, and set up for Saturday.
Saturday will host most of the currently planned events.
Sunday will likely see a tournament of some sort, still waiting on 100% confirmation on this though.
I've been rather busy with classes so I haven't had much time to settle in with anything and solidify things further, but overall Saturday is going to be nice and full.
If you have an idea for a game you'd like to play, post! There is also likely to be a lot of open gaming going on, so bring what you want! Space Hulk, BFG, Mordheim, Hordes, Warmachine, Epic, whatever you want!! If you can bring two forces for any given game, as I'm sure if no one else has an army, they'd be more than happy to learn a new game!
That might be a cool idea, game demos!
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Post by: Manchu
Any info on deadlines for registry or who we should send money to?
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Post by: RiTides
Registry is accomplished by posting in this thread since all are welcome!
Entry is free!
The $5 per event is, I believe, something to be done via cash in-person to go towards the raffle / any prizes / etc.
I would love to see some of the more specialist games being played, especially BFG or aeronautica!
New post for discussing the fantasy warbands rules will be going up in the WHFB forum this week
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Post by: Manchu
Well, I've already cleared this with the missus. So it looks like we'll be booking a hotel soon. I'm anxious to meet people!
Once I have our accommodation worked out for sure, I'll also commit to running a session of one of the FFG games. Could people please post their preferences between DH, RT, and DW?
Also, how many people coming have or are willing to commit to putting together a smallish BFG fleet?
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Post by: RiTides
I would be willing to put together a small BFG fleet, I've been wanting to play that game for some time
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Post by: Manchu
What fleet do you have/would be interested in assembling?
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Post by: Jin
If anyone has Bloodbowl, I would LOVE to get a chance to play a game (never played, don't know anybody with it).
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Post by: RiTides
Hi Manchu,
Probably one of the FW ones- I know the tau there looked awesome, and I even have a list I made up for it someplace! What point level were you thinking?
And +1 for bloodbowl if anyone has it
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Post by: Manchu
I'd say 1000 or less, but I'd like to focus on the big ships. I can't get excited about painting the tiny stuff. Automatically Appended Next Post: Jin wrote:If anyone has Bloodbowl, I would LOVE to get a chance to play a game (never played, don't know anybody with it).
RiTides wrote:And +1 for bloodbowl if anyone has it
I could see getting a BB team together if people were sure they wanted to do it. I've never touched the game before, however, 360 aside.
It'd be good to know if anyone coming has ever played either BFG or BB (to reiterate, I've played neither) so we could get some solid advice.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
I'm definitely building a Space Wolves party for the 40k mini-campaign. Hopefully by Halloween I'll have a better idea about the full on tourney. Whats the policy on bringing non-members? Cause I have 2 friends begging me to bring them...
EDIT: Poor grammar 
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Post by: snurl
Inquisitor Lord Bane wrote:After-party lol?
Last man standing Beer drinking competition at the bar starting after the gaming is over.
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Post by: grey_death
I've got a Space Marine Battle Barge ready and painted! But that's it.....
As far as bringing Non-Dakka Types, feel free! But all floggings will be directed at persons responsible for disruptive personnel jk...sort of
We'll likely start a sign ups thread and have names on hand for the event with a waitlist for any events that fill up. Considering how much is going to be going on with various game demos/open gaming/what have yous, I doubt there will be a down moment for anyone who just shows up with no plans! Bring what you have and throw down Automatically Appended Next Post: Oh and yes, Events with fees will be paid at the event with Cash that goes directly to prize purchases from the shop
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Post by: Catyrpelius
I've got to say, this is going to be pretty awsome.
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I challenge you all to a drinking contest.
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Post by: mikhaila
Catyrpelius wrote:I've got to say, this is going to be pretty awsome.
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I challenge you all to a drinking contest.
I will introduce you all to Red Dragon Inn, and it's horrendously funnier version, Red Dragon Inn With Shots.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
mikhaila wrote:Catyrpelius wrote:I've got to say, this is going to be pretty awsome.
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I challenge you all to a drinking contest.
I will introduce you all to Red Dragon Inn, and it's horrendously funnier version, Red Dragon Inn With Shots.
I've played that game before...Never done it with shots though.
If there is going to be board games involved I'll have to get everyone playing my version of drunken dominion. Pretty much anytime you buy a Provinance you take a shot.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
I'm pretty boss at Red Dragon Inn. You sir, have yourself a challenge! (dibs on the thief)
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Post by: Wehrkind
Hells yea I will be there! I sort of forgot Historicon this year, so I am feinding for some mini-action.
Salvage, you are of course always welcome, though I will have to drive as I don't know if we can squeeze two vaguely manly men and 1000 points into your little car (J/k, you are totally driving.)
Mrs Wehrkind won't be in attendance most likely, though that might be good for all of you: She plays a mean hand of Dominion and Chaos in the Old World, and by "mean" I mean she is likely to shiv you.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
I played a game of my version of dominon with a friend once, he ended up passing out before we finished. That meens i win.
I will attempt to drink any of you into the ground.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Wehrkind wrote:
Mrs Wehrkind won't be in attendance most likely, though that might be good for all of you: She plays a mean hand of Dominion and Chaos in the Old World, and by "mean" I mean she is likely to shiv you.
Sounds like my kind of lady 
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Post by: Jin
Incidentally, for the Saturday if anyone's interested, I'll be bringing 2-2.5k worth of Fantasy if anybody wants to get a pick-up game going.
Also, there should be a fun EPIC* SWAPSHOP MOD SHOWDOWN on the Saturday at some point.
*I cannot vouch for the validity of this adjective.
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Post by: oni
Marked on my calendar. Here's to hoping I can make it.
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Post by: Manchu
Yeah, that's be awesome. Love to meet the dude behind one of my favorite blogs.
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Post by: RiTides
Jin wrote:Also, there should be a fun One-Sided* SWAPSHOP MOD SHOWDOWN on the Saturday at some point.
Found the right adjective for you . And where are the pics of the last one, pray tell? They seem to have disappeared into the warp post GamesDay
Also, I am now bringing a Bloodbowl team in addition to my fantasy warband!!! BFG is still a possibility, but it will be my third priority in finishing these projects. Hope to see some being played even if I don't get a fleet together in time, though!
Now I just need to get the Xbox game for BB and learn the rules...
Edit: Also, Mrs. RiTides will probably come for Friday at least, although she's not really the "shiv you" kind so not to worry...
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Post by: Alpharius
This is going to be... epic!
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Post by: Manchu
RiTides wrote:Also, I am now bringing a Bloodbowl team in addition to my fantasy warband!!!
AWESOME
Come on people, this would be the perfect casual game for meeting and greeting Friday night!
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Post by: grey_death
I'll have with me:
1 Fantasy Warriors of Chaos Warband
1 40k Sons of Medusa Force
1 BFG Sons of Medusa Battlebarge
1 Mordheim Skaven Warband
Whatever I end up playing I play, whatever I don't, that's fine too!
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Post by: Manchu
grey_death wrote:1 BFG Sons of Medusa Battlebarge
This makes me want to buy and bring a Void Stalker along with my DE BB team for gaks and giggles.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Dude, BFG. Will bring my chaos Noise Fleet with me for Tiny Grimdark ( TM) action
- Salvage
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Post by: Jin
I'll be hauling over:
1 Brettonian(??) WFB Warband
2-2.4k points worth of WFB High Elves (likely)
1 Uncharted Seas Thaniras Elves Starter Fleet.
Maybe my Munchkin sets if there's any interest.
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Post by: RiTides
I'm following everything in this thread except for the "Munchkin sets"?
Halflings for BB come to mind, but seeing as you've never mentioned having them, I think it's something else?
I'll be bringing:
-Lizards Fantasy Warband
-Lizards BB team
-And possibly some sea or space vessel game force, tbd
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Ill play munchkin. Also, if anyone local(ish) plays FOW, let me know as I was considering starting but have noone to play with, so its mildly pointless
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Post by: RiTides
I might talk a few of the guys here into bloodbowl once I get my force up and learn the rules, they were intruiged by how (apparently) cheap it is!!
My current push will be to assemble an army for an escalation league starting in a few weeks, then will be moving on to the DakkaCon projects . Already ordered some little pteradactyl skeletons to possibly convert into terradons for my fantasy warband! Next up: ordering the lizzie bloodbowl team
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Post by: RiTides
Ordered some bloodbowl skinks for a conversion for my warband, and will be ordering the bloodbowl lizardmen team next week
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Post by: grey_death
Don't mind the slow down on updates for this event folks! I'm currently in the middle of moving so things have had to slow down for me in all facets of life while that happens!
Hope to get back to planning for the weekend in the near future! Expect a breakdown of the days and more info/rules for the planned events!
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Post by: Red_Zeke
Would really love to make it out to this, but it's a long haul from Tejas, and I've got an awful lot of unknowns still pending about early 2011. Definitely keeping this on the radar- a great excuse for so many of those little army ideas rolling around in my head...
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Post by: grey_death
Right now it's looking like so:
Friday: Blood Bowl, BFG, Board Games, Open
Saturday: Dakka Painting Challenge, Fantasy Campaign, 40k Campaign, Open
Sunday: 40k/Fantasy Tournament, Open
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Post by: RiTides
Just picked up a few BFG and Blood Bowl models, hoping to have those systems as well as fantasy to bring by January
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Post by: scooter
sounds like fun I'll let my guys know.
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Post by: Ruckdog
Well, as of now I have the green light to go. For those of you interested in trying Battlefleet Gothic, I will be bringing my BFG stuff (I've got 4 fleets of around 2,000 points each), and I would definitely be interested in the 40k game. Hopefully by then I'll have my FOW Blitzkrieg army all painted up and ready to go, too. My Axis & Allies War At Sea stuff doesn't take up much room, so that seems like a gimmie. And, just in case there is any interest, I'll have my Firestorm Armada gear on hot stand-by .
Finally, I will be lugging along my copy of the Horus Heresy board game...that should be fun!
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Post by: Ma55ter_fett
*sings* So far away from me, so far I just can't see
maybe when I have more money if you do this again I will go...
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Post by: mikhaila
Inquisitor Lord Bane wrote:Ill play munchkin. Also, if anyone local(ish) plays FOW, let me know as I was considering starting but have noone to play with, so its mildly pointless
Good chance that some of the guys from Battlefront might swing up for this, although who knows what game they will be playing.) Like all gamers they like a lot of them. The local FOW group will be playing down at the shop on Saturday night.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Whoa BFG is sounding legit, here's hoping NY / Wehrkind will let me warp in Friday night too ... You know, cause getting my annual BFG game in is a total must
- Salvage
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Post by: DiscoVader
Do you know, if I manage to scrap together some extra cash after finishing my LM warband, I may have to look into getting some secondhand BFG stuff. I never really had any interest in it before, but with all the talk about BFG stuff going on here, I'm starting to get a little curious.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
I'll be bringing my Uncharted Seas and Firestorm Armada stuff with me. I may be bringing some Mercs with me to.
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Post by: RiTides
I'm going for 'nids with the BFG . Would be sweet if you made it down for it, Salvage! And Ruckdog, it looks like you might actually be in range of me, if you guys play BFG in the DC area I could probably use some practice before this thing hits off
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Post by: Manchu
You guys are killing me! ::grimmaces while browsing BFG models on GW site:: Must . . . not . . . give in!
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Post by: Jin
Manchu wrote:You guys are killing me! ::grimmaces while browsing BFG models on GW site:: Must . . . not . . . give in!
Dude, I did the same damn thing an hour ago.
Fight it and instead look at Uncharted Seas!
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Post by: Manchu
I am headed out to FTW Games in Southside Richmond tonight to learn more about Firestorm Armada and maybe also Uncharted Seas. I'm excited that Catyrpelius is going to have Uncharted stuff at this event. Are you also playing it, Jin?
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Post by: Jin
Not yet, but I'd been intending on getting into the game for quite a while now. I have the 1st Edition rulebook, it seems like a pretty straightforward and moderately elegant system.
Was gonna try to get a demo game with Catyrpelius at Warstore Weekend.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
Jin, it just so happens, that NJ Gamer, the group I'm running the Malifaux event with at the Warstore Weekend, is putting on a last fleet standing mega battle, as well as demos.
Your more then welcome to use my Iron Dwarfs for the mega battle, there will be prizes.....
I'm going to be bringing several Uncharted Seas fleets with me to the Dakkacon, as well as Firestorm Armada, as well as many other games, so I can do some demos if there is intrest.
Come on out to the Warstore Weekend and meet some of the other guys from NJ Gamer!
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Post by: Jin
@Catyr - Sounds like fun. As of right now, I'm fulling intending on hitting up the Saturday of the Warstore Weekend so I'll definitely swing by the NJ Gamer area (been hearing too much about Malifaux to not give it a whirl too). Will probably end up picking up a Thaniras fleet there.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
I'm holding a Malifaux tournement on saturday at 11. If you want I can plan on being there earlier on saturday to give you a quick demo so you can play in the tournement. Or if you can get there sometime on Friday...
NJ Gamer has been putting massive amounts of work into the terrain for the events we are sponsering, so it should be a good time.
Thaniras have some amazingly powerful cards, some of them scare me...
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Post by: mikhaila
I may have to get a fleet or two painted up. I've been carrying the Firestorm Armada and Uncharted Seas games since they first came out, but haven't got my stuff painted up yet. This might get me going.)
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Post by: Catyrpelius
They are great games, I'll probably be bringing my Iron Dwarfs, Imperial Navy, Dragon Lords, and if they release in time the Sky Pirates!
As far as Firestorm Armada goes, I probably wont have more then one fleet to bring, I'm getting ready for a 3 month Firestorm Armada Escalation Capaign that meens I should end up with over 2000 points...
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Post by: DiscoVader
Manchu wrote:You guys are killing me! ::grimmaces while browsing BFG models on GW site:: Must . . . not . . . give in!
Dude, I've been doing the same thing, only on Ebay. I was sorely tempted to get a pretty decent sized Ork fleet for about 36 bucks the other day but forgot about it until after it was over. Probably for the best, though, I shouldn't be tempting myself like this!
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Post by: RiTides
Come to the dark side... You know you need that shiny new BFG fleet 
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
I will be bringing my Imperial Navy Sector Battlefleet, all of it...
I'm eagerly looking forward to playing some BFG, then will have a kick about with the fantasy warband on Sat and then whip out me orks on the Sunday.
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Post by: Jin
MGS - what warband were you planning on bringing?
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
Also, for you BFG fans or those wanting to whet their appetites for 20 mile long warships tearing each other apart in a ponderous ballet of violence in the cold void between stars, here's a shameless plug for WarpRift the e-zine for BFG, show your support!
http://www.tacticalwargames.net/archive/bfgmag/index.html Automatically Appended Next Post: Jin wrote:MGS - what warband were you planning on bringing?
Still thinking Empire, despite raging for hours at the ridiculously expensive price of State Troops compared to everyone else's rank n file... 5pt models for £1.50 WTF GW??!?!?!
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Post by: DiscoVader
RiTides wrote:Come to the dark side... You know you need that shiny new BFG fleet
FFFFFF STOP TEMPTING ME, CURSE YOU!
I'll have so much to paint!  I already need to finish me Orks and my LM band!
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Post by: RiTides
We're in it together, Vader! I haven't painted anything in 8 or 9 years, but I've already bought some paint and am getting ready to do a fantasy warband, blood bowl team, and BFG fleet for this
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Post by: DiscoVader
I still have around 1500 Orks to 100% finish up first! Those are my big priority atm, followed by my Lizardmen. If I can find the time after that, though, well that's a different story...
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Post by: Jin
Well...I just ordered an Uncharted Seas fleet.
Thank god I resisted the urge to buy a BFG fleet.....for now.
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Post by: Catyrpelius
Awsome, what fleet did you pick up?
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Post by: Jin
Got the Thaniras starter along with their card-set.
The 2nd edition rulebook was sold out, though. May have to try picking it up at the Warstore weekend if they've got them.
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Post by: Wehrkind
I am thinking Friday I will definitely be down with Salvage (dude, stay all week, it's cool with me!) Friday night I will be bringing Dominion and Chaos in the Old world, possibly with Mrs Wehrkind if she is down with some board game madness.
I could also throw together a little =][=munda madness game if people were interested (using my modified rules, and say a points limit per player for characters or something).
BFG sounds fun, and I have the starter box models around, but I don't know if I can get that AND my WoC lads ready to rock for 500 points games and a tourney. We shall see!
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
Jin wrote:
Thank god I resisted the urge to buy a BFG fleet.....for now.
Whimp...
Watcha scared of eh? Just a few Imperial Navy warships gathering out here for ya, nothing you can't handle right? Or are ya yella? Hmmm?
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Post by: Jin
What's that? I can't hear you over the sound of my non-depleted bank account .
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Post by: Catyrpelius
I'll put my Firestorm Armada and Uncharted Seas up against your BFG crap anyday
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
My sweetie tells me I can go if get my next assignment sorted by then
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Post by: RiTides
Exactly the approach I had to it, KK . Yields the best results in the long run...
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Post by: Jin
Sweet. Just received my Thaniras starter fleet. Looks like it'll take only a short time to paint up.
Caty - what's changed in the 2.0 rules?
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Post by: Catyrpelius
Mainly Line of Sight and Range was reworked a bit, its much more consistant now. Other then that, they just updated and rewrote some confuseing bits. Its an infinatly better written book. They also show off previews of the infantry combat models.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
After stopping in to Showcase for the first time last night, and seeing the things I saw, I have come to 2 conclusions:
A) I will be bringing Dark Eldar to Dakkacon (Can I preorder through your store? If I leave money around the wifey will find a way to spend it)
and B) You sir have a damn nice store, and I can't wait to see everyone there
EDIT: spelling
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Post by: Jin
Inquisitor Lord Bane wrote:
You sir have a damn nice store, and I can't wait to see everyone there
QFT. This bit can't be stressed enough.
@ Bane - did you get to check out the Battle Bunker?
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Post by: DiscoVader
I haven't been to the store up in Media, but I managed to get a game in last weekend at the store in Bryn Mawr, and I gotta say, I loved it. Great group of gamers, awesome tables/terrain, and a really good selection of stock.
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Post by: mikhaila
Thanks for the kind words, and yep, easy enough to pre-order the dark eldar stuff.
There will be a lot more different terrain and tables by the time Dakkacon rolls around. Doing a huge push for the Nov. WFB GT.
Working on burning woods for the Khorne table right now, and hopefully get the floating hills for the Tzeentch table done this weekend.
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Post by: Golden Eyed Scout
Inquisitor Lord Bane suggested the ide of attending to me, I might be able to make it, army or not.
Should be fun to meet some dakkaites irl.
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Post by: RiTides
Definitely! It's starting to sound like people might have demo tables set up as well, so even if you don't have models for a certain system, you might be able to try it out
Looking forward to seeing the new terrain, mikhaila!!
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Is there a list of who's planning on coming (w/ # of guests), and what they are taking place in? And if any help is needed let me know, I'd be happy to donate some time or manpower to this.
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Post by: RiTides
I think we've pretty much just been encouraging anyone who's interested and planning on coming to post in this thread, so that should give you a good indication . People will have the freedom to participate in whatever events they like once they're there, but again hopefully are posting up what they're planning on bringing!
Also, is there actually a "collegeville" PA, or is it referring to one of the two/three other cities I actually know the name of in that state
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Yeah. Google Ursinus college. I'm about 30 minutes from Showcase.
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Post by: Sageheart
im prob going to go, ill actually get an army painted up for it: some sky-warden BA. i am really interested in that campaign for 40k sounds great!
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maybe i'll bring my army of models painted through the space marine swap. haha
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Post by: Buttlerthepug
Bah, its too bad Im way over in Socal, cause this seems like it would be a blast to go to!
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Post by: MasticatorDeelux
Down in Jacksonville, NC. Might be able to attend. Hrm. Orks, or Black Templar? Working on a BT army presently.
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Post by: UCPesmerga
Inquisitor Lord Bane wrote:Yeah. Google Ursinus college. I'm about 30 minutes from Showcase.
Good college. Graduated from there in 2005, and my wife graduated from there in 2002.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
I don't go there, I'm a townie. My fiance went there for a few years before going to West Chester
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Post by: grey_death
The Rules for the Dakka Painting Challenge have been added to the original post! Check it out!
I'm VERY excited about this one
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Post by: Asherian Command
Golden Eyed Scout wrote:Inquisitor Lord Bane suggested the ide of attending to me, I might be able to make it, army or not.
Should be fun to meet some dakkaites irl.
Isn't Golden Eye Scout gone?
Anyway I hope the Dakkacon is awesome! But sadly this dakkacon falls right on my finals week.
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Word around the campfire is hes still gonna show
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Post by: Rurouni Benshin
Sounds like a lot of fun! I hope to be there!
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Post by: madmartykmf
The " boss" aka my wife loves Philly, so that was an easy sale! I will be there. Sounds like it is going to be good times.
Mike
Also I am totaly buying 500 points worth on empire for the WH fantasy game.
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Post by: Robbo Da Gobbo
I still have quite a bit of reading to get through on this, but I think I am down for all of this. (Health and work permitting.)
I understand that there is some interest in Blood Bowl, and in the "Fast and Furious" nature of the Con...a Blood Bowl 7's or Street Bowl event may be in order. I'll get some rules together and posted in the next few days.
-Robbo
P.S. Looking at the 500 point 40K tourney rules...looks like the Kroot Mercs are out. (No characters above 2 wounds.) If an exception can be made for this...I'm in with Kroot...otherwise, I gots another idea.
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Post by: mikhaila
run a 'wounded', 1 legged Shaper. Claim some ork pulled off the leg and claimed it tasted like chicken.
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Post by: Battle_Brother_Bruening
I am definitely interested in coming might bring a friend or two... or the wife... and depending on that scenario either stay at her friends or at VU with my buddies on the main line.
I might have a decent army to compete and test how badly my army/strategy sucks.
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Post by: facypher
this sounds sweet, i'll definitely be going
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Post by: mikhaila
Well, this last weekend I solved one of the major problems I've been having with gaming events. This takes away one of the huge conundrums I was having to deal with, and paves the way for a major project I've been working on.
Yes, I have decided that red beans work better in sausage gumbo than black beans.
Two gallons of it went down in record time at Border Raids, so I'm sticking with that recipe.)
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Post by: Leprousy
I'll definitely being showing on Saturday and possibly Sunday. This sounds like a fantastic chance to meet more people! 500 point tourney sounds fun...I wonder how many av12 guard tanks I can fit in? Troops are the only unit that can hold objectives I'm assuming?
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Post by: DiscoVader
I've been getting ready the past week and a half - my Saurus Warriors are mostly assembled and I just picked up the box of Skinks I'm gonna GS into Chameleons. Once they're done then it'll be painting ahoy!
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Post by: Sageheart
i'm not sure what army I'll be bringing, maybe my marine swap army from dakkadakka haha
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Post by: Sanguinis
Well since Showcase is where I normally game and since I am a member of Dakka I will be attending!
Woot can't wait to meet all you other dakkites out there, also can't wait to do the 500pt Campaign only dissapointed I can't use my cheap 500pt Mephiston army because of the restrictions .
Oh well should be fun anyway! Can't wait to see you all there!
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
Due to impending financial ruin, I shall be coming to Dakkacon empty handed, ok, well I MIGHT bring Zombies! along for the trip.
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Post by: RiTides
Empty-handed is fine should be plenty of minis to use/borrow/watch/etc!
I am actually hoping to have a HORDES army assembled by then (trollbloods) if anyone plays that, I'd love to get a game in at some point
I think I have planned for about 10x the gaming that I can fit into this short time span, though!
Edit: Mmmmmmmmmmmm, sausage gumbo
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Post by: Wehrkind
It's cool, if you can't get a game in vs Salvage and I we will just drug you and tie you up down in my basement so we can have our way with you until you die from a mixture of starvation and lead poisoning. You know, however it goes. :-P
That is assuming I don't kill myself on "non-toxic" paints in the mean time. That dual finish line for done army and leaving for dakkacon seems to keep separating.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
RT: Are you amending the army construction rules any for 500 points, beyond the unit champ acting as hero? So we still need 3 units, right? If so I thought I'd post a friendly reminder to that effect, and to note that warhounds and trappers (and probably a few other cheap core choices across the books) don't count towards the unit min according to the BRB - Salvage
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Post by: xdefton3sx
I just ordered 2 FW deathguard conversion kits, CSM boxes, and whatnot! Im super excited for this! Mike took me and a couple buddies to see his battlebunker a few weeks ago, and I must say i dont think this event will disappoint. Thanks for giving me a reason to start a new project.
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Post by: RiTides
Boss Salvage wrote:RT: Are you amending the army construction rules any for 500 points, beyond the unit champ acting as hero? So we still need 3 units, right?
If so I thought I'd post a friendly reminder to that effect, and to note that warhounds and trappers (and probably a few other cheap core choices across the books) don't count towards the unit min according to the BRB
- Salvage
Erhm... why yes, yes of course!
Suggestions welcome from yourself, since I believe you may know of more loopholes than I do! I just got back from visiting the in-laws today, but was planning to post up a revised version of the rules by the weekend. Feel free to PM or post here as to any loopholes
As to the unit champion thing- was still going to allow it (in case anyone has planned for it), but I haven't seen anyone taking advantage of it yet in lists posted. 3 unit minimum... good point! Will also make sure to add that, I believe it is reasonable to keep that restriction even at 500 points.
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Post by: Wehrkind
I dunno, I think 2 unit min (not counting character) might not be a bad idea. I don't know about other armies, but cramming 3 units and an Exalted into 500 for WoC has been tough. I am planning on Exalted champ and 2 30 man marauder units with a 10 girl naked marauder unit to prance around and be filler. I don't know what others are looking at, but I would imagine not too many can squeeze in enough fun at 500 points. Of course, maybe that is the point... :-P
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Post by: Necros
Anything special planned for sunday? I won't be able to make it on saturday.
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Post by: Jin
Seems Empchild, at last check, was gonna run some 40k/WFB tournies. I suspect there'll be some open gaming as well.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
I'd keep the 3 unit min myself, since the hero requirement has basically been dropped. I wouldn't mind if all units counted for this though, as the "does not count towards core" deal is pretty lame and feels like a hanger on from 7th. But then both of my possible armies (ogres & WoC) benefit from this, so I'm not totally impartial It's your call RT. I think there's something to be said for giving two of the most elite armies out there a leg up for a little more variety in lists; but then also for making them spread their points around and not just grab a couple 30 point hounds and then invest the rest in character / warrior brick of mini-doooooom. - Salvage
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Post by: Sageheart
anyone down to attempt an =I=Munda game there as well. I don't have a group to play with here but plan on making a warband just for modeling purposes!
if anyone else is down we could have a couple games of it!
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Post by: Hereticdave
Gutted i live in the uk, this sounds like awsomeness!
@chimera_calvin, there are dakka events in the uk?
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Post by: wizardofgore
Sounds like a good day, will be there.
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Post by: RiTides
Boss Salvage wrote:...and not just grab a couple 30 point hounds and then invest the rest in character / warrior brick of mini-doooooom.
The mini-me deathstar!
I do think it will be best to keep the 3 unit minimum for this reason. Will put up a post in the fantasy section by Friday where people can discuss, as well
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Post by: Jin
Wai...wha? We're making 3 unit minimum?
Nuts. My Bret Warband just got screwed. :(
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Post by: mikhaila
Necros wrote:Anything special planned for sunday? I won't be able to make it on saturday.
Friday Saturday and Sunday will be what ever people want to make of it.) Alex is doing a 40k tournament, but we have the store with 8 tables and the bunker with 25. Should be plenty of room for lots of stuff. I won't be running anything, (Except maybe another "3 drink minimum painting contest on Saturday. Last one was great fun.), but everyone should fill free to organzize anything they like. Post it up here, get things going.
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Post by: Jin
mikhaila wrote:(Except maybe another "3 drink minimum painting contest on Saturday. Last one was great fun.), but everyone should fill free to organzize anything they like. Post it up here, get things going.
I know what I'm participating in...
Should we bring our own supplies for that?
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Post by: RiTides
Since there is at least one person who was planning on bringing only 2 units (we're looking at you, Jin ) I think it is only fair to make it a 2 unit minimum.
So go ahead and try to make your little mini-me deathstar, Salvage
I also thought about this, and it just makes sense for armies like brets, ogres, etc with expensive units. Making it higher favors armies like the one I'm bringing (skink lizardmen!).
So 3 unit minimum, out... I don't think you're going to talk Mike out of the 3 drink minimum for the painting contest, though!!
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Post by: Jin
RiTides wrote: I don't think you're going to talk Mike out of the 3 drink minimum for the painting contest, though!!
Why would anyone want to possibly try to talk him out of that?
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Post by: Boss Salvage
I'm actually really hoping people don't bring just one uber unit + token other unit, makes for a rather one-sided game. Though maybe tactics will win out in the end? Whatever, I do think it's a good call RT, and I felt for Jin and those who are building new forces specifically for this throwdown. I figure most of the Dakkites showing up are in it for fun and not The Big W anyway As far as the painting challenge goes: AWESOME. 'Cause Wehrkind is driving - Salvage
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Post by: LordWaffles
I'll be out front with a sign saying:
"Welcome to trollopolis"
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Post by: mikhaila
Jin wrote:mikhaila wrote:(Except maybe another "3 drink minimum painting contest on Saturday. Last one was great fun.), but everyone should fill free to organzize anything they like. Post it up here, get things going.
I know what I'm participating in...
Should we bring our own supplies for that?
Our local canteen is full of supplies). We held this down at Ruby Tuesdays one night after the first 3 games of a GT. Entry fee was buying 3 drinks at the bar. I had a box of old plastic figures from early GW, Space Crusade, Heroquest, etc all primered up. A jar of bad paintbrushes, and a big tub of paint pots. We sat around a big table till 2 am painting some rather interesting stuff.
I used Scooters drink as a wash several times, just dipping in the model I was doing. No clue what is was at the time, turned out to be a Games Day Space Wolf. One of the guys down in VA needed it, and I gave it to him at Games Day.
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Post by: Necros
Ah .. well, no telling what time I'll make it there since I need my beauty sleep. I'll prolly just bring my nids and look for pick up games
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Post by: Wehrkind
Boss Salvage wrote:I'm actually really hoping people don't bring just one uber unit + token other unit, makes for a rather one-sided game. Though maybe tactics will win out in the end? Whatever, I do think it's a good call RT, and I felt for Jin and those who are building new forces specifically for this throwdown. I figure most of the Dakkites showing up are in it for fun and not The Big W anyway
As far as the painting challenge goes: AWESOME. 'Cause Wehrkind is driving
- Salvage
Bitch! You are getting the keys!
Maybe I still have time to rename Rogies "Tounces" and teach him to drive Automatically Appended Next Post: Mrs. Wehrkind is reminding me of the last time I went drinking and she drove. As she puts it "I was so f'n annoyed I was trying to decide whether to kick you or Pierce out of the car. I already wasn't going to slow down for it."
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Wehrkind wrote:Maybe I still have time to rename Rogies "Tounces" and teach him to drive
Well, your cat is coming down to play fantasy, right? I heard he's been on quite the roll with his Life slann lizards ...
- Salvage
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Post by: CreepyCrawly
What is the status of the 40k sunday tournament. I can probably make it up for one day, so I want to maximize it for my 40k army
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Also, can character-unlocked troop choices such as bike squads that normally require a captain on bike be taken without the required HQ Character?
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
With the job situation sorted I'll be there.
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Post by: Wehrkind
Boss Salvage wrote:Wehrkind wrote:Maybe I still have time to rename Rogies "Tounces" and teach him to drive
Well, your cat is coming down to play fantasy, right? I heard he's been on quite the roll with his Life slann lizards ...
- Salvage
He's decided that WHFB is too lacking in strategy, and has moved on to Go. Plus, the little stones slide around a lot better than metal models
Actually, you are kind of in luck; we got the guest room back together, so you don't have to sleep on the pull out. That's lucky because Mrs Wehrkind has exiled him to the downstairs at night, since he apparently doesn't keep daylight savings time and has been getting up at 530 wanting to eat :( It wasn't a big deal when he weighed 14 ounces, but at 12 pounds it is pretty hard to ignore him jumping around the bed and attacking any random movement.
Speaking of the Great Unclean one, are you bringing your Skaven as well as Ogres, or all three? Even with three of us in the car we should have plenty of room for 4-5 army carriers (we took what, 6 to games day?) so don't worry about that.
And glad to hear you can make it KK! I look forward to meeting you too!
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Post by: Talarn Blackshard
Hopefully I can be there, if anything just to meet people.
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
Mike, for the 22nd would someone want to coordinate something with the 'biggest apocalypse game in history'?
http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/332843.page
Apparently a worldwide game being run in all the battle bunkers and in indy stores.
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Post by: wizardofgore
For the 500 40k event is it combat patrol format? What about pskers are they allowable? Will it be played on a 4x4 or full table?
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Post by: DiscoVader
Just finished converting the regular Skinks I got into Chameleons, and started priming everything - I'm planning on having everything 100% painted before Christmas! I'm getting really stoked for this. Probably gonna try and hit up the Bryn Mawr Showcase tomorrow for a few short games of Fantasy to test my warband out, see how they perform.
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Post by: Sanguinis
The 500pt 40k Tournaments sounds really awesome. I can't wait to do it. I also can't wait to play some of the other Dakkites in the world.
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Post by: RiTides
I think Daemon-Archon Ren is organizing something for Apoc! To be posted here soon??
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Post by: Daemon-Archon Ren
I have submitted the base blueprints for an Apoc type scenario for this event, if enough people get behind it(i.e want to play an Apoc game at the event and let me know soon so I can get the plan in motion), I would be happy to provide more info!
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Post by: Sageheart
I would love to play an Apoc game! But I would like it to be fluffy as well as awesome!
how many points would we all bring, im sure enough of us can be down with it. I would be 110%!
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
I'm up for it! I'll bring my Leviathan!
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Post by: grey_death
Back at getting things organized for this. I'll update the main post with any info I can to help settle things in.
Be sure to read the main post and be prepared for changes the day of
We'll try and sort out some kind of rough schedule as well.
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Post by: Daemon-Archon Ren
Sageheart wrote:I would love to play an Apoc game! But I would like it to be fluffy as well as awesome!
the amount of "fluffiness" will be entirely dependent on what teams are formed and the earlier I get team info the 'better'.
Sageheart wrote:
how many points would we all bring, im sure enough of us can be down with it. I would be 110%!
5k points per team, max of 4 players each team is what I currently have planned for the scenario, that number will obviously flux on demand (keep in mind, this is a multi team apoc game, so 5k is not really a small number all things considered)
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Post by: Necros
ah,... too bad I sold my leviathan, coulda had 2
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Post by: mikhaila
I have a Kill Kruiser I can bring!
It's a bit big though...as in Bigger than most gaming tables...
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Post by: RiTides
For the schedule, did you want the fantasy warbands to run at the same time as the 40k ones, or a separate time?
I was thinking 4 rounds at 45 minutes each, so just the morning or just part of the afternoon needed.
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Post by: DiscoVader
I think it would be good to have the warband games at separate times, since I have no doubt there will be some people that would like to partake in both. That kind of a schedule (45 minutes per game, 4 rounds) seems like it'd be a great set-up, since it'd only take about 4 hours to get through a mini-tournament, we'd have about 15 minutes between games to switch tables/get set back up/chat with other Dakkites, and people would be able to participate in both. Only problem I can see is that some people might show up late or miss their bus/train/whatever, but that's something that might happen anyway.
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Post by: Sageheart
Daemon-Archon Ren wrote:Sageheart wrote:I would love to play an Apoc game! But I would like it to be fluffy as well as awesome!
the amount of "fluffiness" will be entirely dependent on what teams are formed and the earlier I get team info the 'better'.
Sageheart wrote:
how many points would we all bring, im sure enough of us can be down with it. I would be 110%!
5k points per team, max of 4 players each team is what I currently have planned for the scenario, that number will obviously flux on demand (keep in mind, this is a multi team apoc game, so 5k is not really a small number all things considered)
So 1,250 points for eah player, for a total of 5k for each side? that seems like fun.
I would be very down, I could bring IG, Orks, or BA.
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Post by: wizardofgore
I would love to try some apocalypse. I could run Witch Hunters
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Post by: Daemon-Archon Ren
This is the original submission, but it is ENTIRELY open to discussion, any suggestions/questions are encouraged! (Expect the FAQ stuff up by NLT Next Wednesday, the FAQ however will be constantly updated as needed until the day of the event! (or a week or so off))
Enjoy~
Daemon-Archon Ren wrote:Heres an Idea for a scenario, let me know what you guys think/who'd be interested...
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Dakkapocalypse
Scenario Rules
Player limit: 20 (4 MAX per team)
Team limit 10 (Preferable 5-8 teams) Each Team gets 5000 points.
~Teams share access to each other’s Transports (normal rules for dedicated apply, see Apocalypse rulebook for details on Super heavy transports), “Friendly” Benefits (unless stated otherwise), and certain assets.
~All Apocalypse Datasheets (from Apoc, Apoc reload, IA Apoc 1, IA Apoc2, GW Online) are legal. The Apoc Rules appendix found in IAA2 will be applied.
~THE MOST RECENT profile for an entry is what is used (if something is in a Codex, example, the Valkyrie, us the Codex profile instead of the Datasheet)
~All teams (include which player is bringing what units in the list) must submit their lists NLT Jan 10.
~Certain Strategic Assets will be banned/limited (full list coming soon)
~You may only take ONE of each strategic asset per TEAM (not counting Formations)
~No team may BUY (using points) more than 3 additional Strategic assets
~No single player may have more than 60% or less then 15% of their team’s total points.
~“Counts as” and Scratch built models are permitted, however it is advised that you contact the SO if you have any concerns about your model, as ‘exaggerated’ modeling is unpermitted. (Using a normal LoC as the daemon lord or using a 5ft tall model as a Warhound scout titan are examples of what NOT to do)
~Each Team is limited to 5 different armies TOTAL (You may only take Army Specific strategic assets from your top 3 armies)
Banned SAs, legendaries, Formations: TBA (List by Dec 20, feel free to submit any suggestions before/after this date)
~No team may have more than 3 “Titans” (Super heavies with MORE than 3 structure points(or any sort of “shields(Void, titan-holo, Force)” / Gargantuan Creatures) total. No single model may cost more than 1000 points.
~The allies matrix is NOT in effect. (Any combination of races is permitted)
~“Destroyer” weapons will be limited. (Exact limitations coming soon)
~There will be a scenario specific FAQ for this event, please feel free to submit specific rules questions to the SO.
~“Void”-weaponry is NOT permitted (with the exception of 1 void grenade asset per team, formations COUNT towards this limit)
Scenario Specifics:
Game will begin promptly when the day’s events start. Game will continue until days end or victory has been achieved.
There are 3 objectives that are equal in “priority”:
Base Defense: Each team will have a piece of terrain (you may custom make it if you like, it should be a circle 5” in diameter, 5 inches tall) that is their respective “base” (be it a supply silo, energy generator, chaos temple, or whatever it may be). The “terrain” is considered impassible and may not be occupied at all (even by things that can normally land on top of impassible terrain!). it has an AV of 14/14/14 and 3 structure points (at the cost of 250 points each, your team may increase its structure points to a total of 6, this does not count as a “titan” if you do so), the terrain may be obscured, but cannot gain an invulnerable save (from things such as Chaos temple, etc) and they are COMPLETELY IMMUNE to both friendly and enemy psychic powers. These pieces of terrain have the “Reactor Meltdown” special rule. They MAY NOT do a “damage control” roll. Bases automatically reduce “Destroyer” weapons to str 10, ignore lance weaponries special rule, and never allow more then 1D6 to be rolled for armor penetration. They also apply -1 to the Vehicle Damage Table result. The base may not be the target of any friendly strategic assets and ignores any effects of friendly strategic assets (Including ‘Force Field’).
The base counts as a 2 objective points that can only be held by its controlling team (and is automatically held, no surrounding units are required) if it survives at the end of battle. If destroyed, the team which destroys the base receives d3 objective points and the wreckage becomes a standard objective that can ONLY be held by enemy teams and the controlling team suffers -1 objective point at the games end. (The controlling team may not hold the objective, but they may contest it)
Landmarks: There will be 5 objectives (that follow the standard rules for scoring in the 5th edition rulebook) placed on the board that will be assigned d3 points each objective at the END of the game. If at any time all 5 landmarks are held by a single team for 1 entire game turn (after all teams have gone and the “holding” team finishes its turn, must be game turn 2 or later) the game ends. Your team may mark any of these objectives as “Vital” objectives if you so choose, you must mark which on a separate piece of paper to be submitted to the SO at game start.
Semi-Annihilation: Once 75% of the units on the field have been destroyed, the game is called via the standard rules for “annihilation” and the team that ‘triggers’ this event immediately gains 3 objective points (in addition to any they may score in the game). Any team that has suffered 75% losses receives -1 Objective point; any team that has been completely annihilated suffers -2 Objective points.
As you can see, it is completely possible for a team which gets completely annihilated to still come in first place (however, it will be difficult!). The standard apoc game type is obviously being suspended for this scenario (no d6 objectives or whatnot) and there will be a “hidden tie-breaker” if such an event were to occur.
Cost of Scenario: 25$ per team + Bonus Pool (optional)
Prizes:
1st place: Every member of the team gets 1 year DCM status on Dakka! + 2 Sets of Dakka-Dice each (your choice of color, availability may vary) + 50% of Bonus Pool! (if your team contributed)
(Assuming game is full)
2nd Place: Every Member of the team gets 1 year DCM status on Dakka! + 25% of Bonus pool! (if your team contributed)
3rd Place: Each member of the team will receive 1 set of Dakka-Dice (your choice of color, availability may vary) and 10% of Bonus pool! (If your team contributed)
Prizes are funded by Daemon-Archon Ren/Scenario Costs/ bonus pool cut. If prize cost < Funds generated by scenario costs/bonus pool/donations [ ] remaining money will be divided amongst any players that have not yet already received a prize.
If Demand allows, multiple instances of this scenario may be present.
Like all other events, seats are distributed on a 1st Come 1st Serve basis with a preference to DCM, if for any reason, you cannot make the event after reserving a slot, please contact Daemon-Archon Ren ASAP!
For any questions/concerns, please feel free to contact Daemon-Archon Ren via PM, by email (MCCORMM@ONR.NAVY.MIL or FyreMaxxCristuFiryoshiN@gmail.com ), by Skype/AIM (IAMFMCF), or other method (Phone number available by request)!
~DAR
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Something along those lines, does that sound at all interesting to Dakka?
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Post by: Sageheart
that type of apoc game sounds great. As for prizes I would rather see something different than money, such as models, maybe something painted by someone, but that could be hard to find haha. Maybe each player has to give a model and the winning places get a certain numberof these models! that would be interesting.
I also never knew dakkadakka dice were made.
overall the apoc game sounds great! I'll try to show up for it!
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Post by: Wehrkind
I think Mike should offer back rubs to the first place team.
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Post by: mikhaila
Wehrkind wrote:I think Mike should offer back rubs to the first place team.
Their are 4 of those vibrating recliners that take a buck in quarters for 2 minutes of 'backrub'. Winning team can sit together for a session and bask in their victory.
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Post by: RiTides
Lol
While the rest of us laugh and make crude remarks
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Post by: Wehrkind
Oooh forgot about those. How are they?
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Post by: Daemon-Archon Ren
Sageheart wrote:that type of apoc game sounds great. As for prizes I would rather see something different than money
The cash pool is COMPLETELY optional, and kinda a way for people to potentially play for free (if say, enought teams contribute to the pool, the first place team will probably make their money back, and as stated, if the "funds" outweight the "prize costs" money will be refunded to the teams in the most appropriate method availible) the main prize would be the DCM status thing (also the 25$ per TEAM ((not player)) is only 5$ more then the standard event fee, if you have a 4 man team).
Depending on the turnout/"pre-reg" I may make the prize pool something a little more solid (for example, a "Fortress of Redemption" for the winning team to take home to their gaming group) the only problem I foresee with solid prizes like this would be if a team is forming via "on-line friends" and the potential difficulties with deciding "who gets the model", if that is easily avoidable, I think I can manage dipping a bit deeper into the wallet for better prize support!
Again, it all comes down to who pre-regs/confirms they are coming and how quickly they decide to!
So get the PMs rolling if you already have a team/list, I know there isn't really a full list of "whats restricted"(or an FAQ) but I do promise that if you send in your lists ahead of time, I will let you know (if) any complications arise!
The earlier the better, and my PM box is wide open!
Send in today!
~DAR
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Post by: Sageheart
yeah that makes sense (above post^) and it does overall seem like a great idea. I think DCM statis is a good gift for the winning group.
needa work out my plans for Jan, but if i can figure everything out soon ill PM you for an in!
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Post by: RiTides
Posted the fantasy warbands rules in WHFB General Discussion, fishing for scenario ideas
http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/336602.page
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Post by: DiscoVader
So, looks like I might be bringing some WoC to play with as well as my Lizardmen (though not in the min-tournament!) One of my girlfriend's friends wanted to get rid of her WoC stuff, and gave the following, all built and partially painted, though I'll be going back and repainting them:
Archaon, the Everchosen
Chaos Sorcerer with Familiar
12 Chaos Warriors, Full Command, with Shields
12 Chaos Warriors, Full Command, with 2 Hand Weapons
5 Chaos Knights
Chaos Chariot
Warpstone Meteor terrain
Ruins terrain
Watchtower
and all for just 2 pots of paint that I bought her tonight.
I love having friends that don't want their things anymore.
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Post by: RiTides
Wow, that's a steal!!! I'll also have more troll & ogre WoC army for pick-up games
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Post by: Lexx
I like a lot so far. I hope something similar happens in the UK in future.
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Post by: bigtmac68
For any interested in dystoian wars I will have all four faction fleets +carrier painted up and available for demo games or for full games on Saturday and Sunday.
It will be a good opportunity forvanyone interested in learning the game to give it a try
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Post by: PaintMyFigs
Sounds like a great time. I am planning on doing the 40k mini campaign.
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Post by: Pael
I plan on showing up for some casual gaming. I will bring fantasy and 40k for whatever!!!
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
Would there be any point in bringing Talisman or Star Wars minis?
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Post by: Destroyer
Definitely want to try to make it but I'm not certain. =(
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Post by: mikhaila
Kid_Kyoto wrote:Would there be any point in bringing Talisman or Star Wars minis?
Certainly can't hurt to bring them along. If enough people are up for it, we could do some boardgames down at the bar Saturday night. I've been successful in talking them into staying open later before. Talismin and beer until 2am = fun.
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Post by: Jin
A little more than a week away!
Can we get a roll call to see who's planning on attending?
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Post by: JHall
I am planning on heading up on Saturday for the day with Dave Taylor. Should be fun!
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Post by: PaintMyFigs
Planning on being there at least Saturday for the 40K mini campaign. Trying to free up the schedule for the other days.
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Post by: DiscoVader
I should be up on Friday and Saturday, willing! I'll definitely be there for the Fantasy mini-tournament!
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Post by: Wehrkind
Salvage and I should be there Saturday and Sunday, barring ridonkulous snow. Hopefully some of the skin on my fingers will have time to grow back after the frantic volume of painting
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Yea, I was starting to get nervous about possible snow shenanigans next weekend too ... but the forecast for now looks light on snow but heavy on the warhams!
Ultra-excited lads, gonna be great fun.
- Salvage
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Post by: RiTides
Yes, glad it's not this week with all the snow we just had!
Also, make sure you come on time Saturday morning if you're doing the fantasy mini-campaign, fellas! We're up to bat first and I think the 40k mini-campaign will happen after so we gotta try to start rolling dice by 10 (so arrival between 9 - 9:30).
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Post by: Wehrkind
Sounds good! I should have the 2000 list painted by this Friday, and might finish the shrine and sorchimera in time for Dakkacon. Or I might just properly do the bases of the 2000 point lads :-P
Getting up in time to get there by 930 sounds a lot like work... but I will see what I and a half gallon of coffee can do
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Post by: RiTides
Well, we could move the start time, but I figure it's better to get going early, and shoot to have the fantasy mini-campaign done by around lunch. That way we can all try out our larger armies in pick-up games afterwards, or do the 40k mini-campaign for people who play both systems.
Also, grey_death wants to participate in the fantasy one and is running the 40k one... so we gots to get steppin' so that he'll have time for both!
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Post by: Wehrkind
Yea that will be fine, I am just kvetching We will be there bright and early. Classes are going to have me in the "get up and out the door by 830" mind set anyway, and no matter how groggy and reeking of girly drink booze Salvage and I are, we will be there! Mrs Wehrkind might give it a miss until Sunday though.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
SO EARLY Naw, is all good, means more time for some nice games of Laidbackhammer afterward So since I'm apparently coming down Sunday too (originally I was racing back North to prep for class the next morning, but now my week begins on Tuesday), is there still a tournament* happening? Or was that only 40k? - Salvage *Ironically, there are (unrelated) 2500 point fantasy tournaments happening in Albany on both the 22nd and the 23rd
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Post by: Jin
I'll be hanging around at least through the early afternoon of the Sunday. Would be up for a pick up game of WFB then, Boss (2500pt?)
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Post by: Boss Salvage
Sounds good Jin, barring shenanigans you got yourself a battle! 2500 is great by me (though prefer no special characters if possible )
- Salvage
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Post by: Jin
2500pt no Named Characters sounds just dandy for me
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Post by: Pael
Planning on attending for sure!! Have the time off and place to stay!!
Edit: Alas the fickle chaos gods have changed fate to prevent me from attending!!!
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Post by: Inquisitor Lord Bane
I as well will most likely be dropping out. The wife picked the 21st to go out for her birthday, so I'll probably be too broke to drive down. But I'll pop in if I can Saturday or Sunday.
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Post by: RiTides
Wehrkind wrote:Yea that will be fine, I am just kvetching We will be there bright and early. Classes are going to have me in the "get up and out the door by 830" mind set anyway, and no matter how groggy and reeking of girly drink booze Salvage and I are, we will be there! Mrs Wehrkind might give it a miss until Sunday though.
I'm in the opposite mode at the moment, as my wife was outta town and I kept sleeping in! (and so having to work late)
What's all this talk of no special characters for pick-up games??? Throgg ownz you
(Seriously, I will have my WoC troll army for games in the afternoon up to 2.5K, along with some Hordes trolls, ready for pick-up games!)
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Post by: Jin
I'm still willing to take on Throgg and Co.
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Post by: Wehrkind
Yea, I am down with punching a Troll king in his multiple warty noses as well You don't often get to tea bag a king! Automatically Appended Next Post: By the by, one of my friends from college (ie. LONG time friend) is going to swing by too probably Sat and Sun, so anyone who wants to board game it up will have her as a ready opponent. Dominion, Catan, Chaos in the Old World and ten or twelve other games are on her proficiency list.
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Post by: Samus_aran115
Neat. Philly is only a 45 minute drive or so from here. Too bad I have school Sounds cool though!
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Post by: RiTides
I can bring Catan with me... I actually have the six-player version . Could be good for any down-time, or if we get warhammer'ed out, too!
There's also a vague possibility that my wife would be up for a game of Settlers of Catan, but I'm going to leave that at "vague" for now
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Post by: Wehrkind
Yea, I will probably throw 6 up Catan, CitOW and Dominion in the car. Doesn't take up much space, after all, and as you say it is really good for downtime between games, especially as pretty skilled players can get a game done in ~40 minutes.
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Post by: Leprousy
I'm gonna try and be there for the 40k mini in the afternoon. maybe a pickup game also.
Is the battle bunker also in the mall?
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Post by: RiTides
Hi Leprousy,
Yep, Mike has the space right there in the mall, if you can't find it you can just ask at his store; both are on the first floor and should be pretty easy to find
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Post by: Jin
Leprousy wrote:Is the battle bunker also in the mall?
Yes. It's near the other end of the mall from where Showcase Comics is. Automatically Appended Next Post: Bah. RiTides and his sneaky, ninja'ing ways.
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Post by: Sageheart
trying to come! still got to work with school! haha, will try!
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
Is there a consolidated schedule/list of events in one post?
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Post by: Jin
Grey_death's first post should have it all listed.
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Post by: RiTides
I think it boils down to: Hang out on Friday evening (Ruby Tuesdays) if you can make it!
Then Saturday:
Morning, Fantasy warbands starts (rolling dice by 10 a.m., arrive by 9-9:30)
After lunch, 40k mini-campaign, open gaming for fantasy.
Later on, probably some craziness, board games possibly, or going to find cheesesteaks (this is what I'm hoping for ).
Sunday there is a 40k RTT, and I know Jin and Boss_Salvage will be sticking around for some fantasy open gaming. I don't think I'll be gaming Sunday, will probably be seeing the Philly sites with the wife, who is generously tolerating lots of wargaming this weekend
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Post by: mikhaila
The RTT is actually on Sunday, that way folks can get in all the open gaming, and some that want to stay over can play in an RTT before heading home. Alex from Boston Brawl is running the RTT.
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Post by: RiTides
Whoops! Edited my post to reflect actual fact
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Post by: DiscoVader
If anyone's up for it, I'll likely be down for most of the day on Friday with my Fantasy stuff - I'd love to get in some small games with folks. I'll most likely have my Orks with me on Friday as well, but I'm not entirely sure.
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Post by: Jin
I'd be willing to throw down a game (2000-2500pts works for me) on Friday, Disco .
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Post by: DiscoVader
Heh, if I had anywhere near that amount of points I'd be glad to, but sadly I'm limited to only 500 points atm - I don't have a huge amount of Fantasy stuff yet. I DO have around 1500-1750 points of 40K Orks, though!
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Post by: ChaoticFlanagan
I'm a little late to the game, just noticed this thread today. I've been to this mall before (awhile back) and I thought for sure that the store was pretty small, or am I mistaken?
It seems like there will be a decent turn out so I just want to make sure there will be some breathing room lol.
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Post by: Jin
@Disco - heh. Well, conveniently, I'll also have a 500 point Warband along with me
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Post by: JHall
I am thinking about bringing my Ogres along for a 2K - 2500 pt game. Dave and I should get up there by 11. Anyone up for a game?
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Post by: Jin
Given that I'm only taking part in the morning's WFB Warband Campaign, I'd be down for a game in the afternoon. .
Though admittedly, my High Elves are probably still reeling a bit from being butchered by Ogres in 7th Edition. Heh.
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Post by: RiTides
ChaoticFlanagan wrote:I'm a little late to the game, just noticed this thread today. I've been to this mall before (awhile back) and I thought for sure that the store was pretty small, or am I mistaken?
It seems like there will be a decent turn out so I just want to make sure there will be some breathing room lol.
There's a "bunker" in the mall as well, with plenty of space. Mike is even able to put tables in the courtyard space in front of the bunker when needed, but I think we will be fine with just the ones in the store.
So, definitely enough space!!
I'll be looking for fantasy pick-up games once the warbands are done, too, although warbands could go as late as 2:00 (that is the Absolute latest they will run, though!) if we take 1 hour per round. I imagine we can do less, though (that hour is counting time between game and everything, total time).
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Post by: JHall
Cool, I will bring along the army and we can try and get a game in.
Jeff
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Post by: Empchild
JHall wrote:Cool, I will bring along the army and we can try and get a game in.
Jeff
Oo, just so you all know I am waiting till friday morning to see what happens with the weather as they are saying it's another storm just as bad as the one we just had here in Mass. If it is then I won't risk the 5 1/2 hour drive. Right now I am praying that the weathermen are wrong on this one.
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Post by: RiTides
It's a shorter drive for me, so I'm pretty much coming rain, snow, sleet, or hail! I'd also heard the store would pass thru earlier thurs/fri, and hopefully be well clear of Philly by fri evening / sat morning.
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Post by: Jin
Seems the NYC -> Philly drive won't be so bad. Guess it's the NYC->Boston stretch that's supposed to be getting it worse.
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Post by: Empchild
Jin wrote:Seems the NYC -> Philly drive won't be so bad. Guess it's the NYC->Boston stretch that's supposed to be getting it worse.
Which is the stretch I will be making hence my concern.
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Post by: Jin
Well, hopefully the weather won't be quite as bad as they're forecasting.
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Post by: Empchild
Jin wrote:Well, hopefully the weather won't be quite as bad as they're forecasting.
I'm hoping:( It's a dream to see the first capital of this nation.
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Post by: Boss Salvage
I've been watching the weather like a hawk and it looks like the Albany -> PA run will have some snow into the early afternoon Friday but clear (if cold as balls) after that. I'm praying to whatever dark gods I have the ears of that it doesn't get any worse or I'll have to bail and play in the two local tournaments this weekend
- Salvage
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Post by: Daggermaw
is there a schedule somewhere for this? i was at the store today and forgot to ask about it. I might be down with playing some small missions on fri and getting in on the campaign on saturday.
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Post by: PaintMyFigs
go to the first page of the thread, it has days and times
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Post by: Wehrkind
Empchild wrote:Jin wrote:Well, hopefully the weather won't be quite as bad as they're forecasting.
I'm hoping:( It's a dream to see the first capital of this nation.
I am so sorry :( I hope you are not too badly disappointed :-/
Plus side for Salvage and I, most of our driving will be on the turnpike, so as long as he can survive to my door the Immolator can power down on reasonably cleared roads.
If snow does ruin things, my rage will burn so fiercely that it will melt all before it! RAR! I wants some fun before I chain myself to the books!
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Post by: Jin
Boo, they're calling for 3-5" of snow around NYC by tomorrow afternoon.
Hrm. Only 2.5 hours away, though, and I _do_ have hotel reservations....I might just suck it up and just drive a bit slower/carefully.
Edit: Weather.com seems to think it'll only be 1" in NYC with ~1" in Philly....hopefully weather.com's more accurate.
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Post by: Empchild
I have a hotel res too, but saddly 5 1/2 makes snow/rain a dangerous drive. The mass pike alone is dangerous _.
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Post by: Jin
Empchild wrote:I have a hotel res too, but saddly 5 1/2 makes snow/rain a dangerous drive. The mass pike alone is dangerous _.
Dangerous enough in _good_ weather .
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Post by: TheCadianParatrooper
To all those complaining about the weather and the drive take a minuet and think about 1944 , and then Come to the best Dakkacon ever!
Admirable as the sentiment might be, please bear in mind what is and isn't acceptable language on the site when posting pictures please. Thanks.
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Post by: Wehrkind
I don't think there are enough Dakkites to storm the beaches at Normandy, let alone in the NE USA I drove to Cold Wars 3 years ago in that blizzard, but even I questioned the wisdom there after nearly losing it on the off ramp.
So be careful people, but keep in mind that this will now be the third storm this year, so the snow crews will be warmed up and there is still salt on the road, etc. It should be bad, but I would leave early before the storm if possible. Hell, if you crash in Allentown (for the night or otherwise) we can grab dinner together Friday then make the trek to Media the next day
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Post by: RiTides
Exactly! Maybe if the weather's too tough on Friday some people can wait it out and still head up on Saturday (and so not lose out on both of your hotel night reservations).
Hope you can make it, Salvage/EmpChild!! Jin, I'm assuming you're coming . Also, if anyone really is in a pickle driving there's also the train... I wouldn't mind picking someone up. But I don't know if they're equally affected by snow or not. A better bet might be driving Saturday morning if it's passed through, or trying to beat the worst on Friday... or waiting till it's cleared Friday. All depends on when it's hitting!
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Post by: Jin
At the least, the rest of the weekend seems to be clear...
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Post by: Empchild
TheCadianParatrooper wrote:To all those complaining about the weather and the drive take a minuet and think about 1944 , and then Come to the best Dakkacon ever!
Unless you were there then please will all respect be quite!!!
As per the weather I am sitting and hopping but like I always say better safe then sorry. If when I wake up tomorrow and theirs no snow then I will kick off the morning drive, if their is then I will hop on the phone and cancel my reservation.
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Post by: mikhaila
Drive down tonite, beat the snow! Sleep is for the week and uncaffeinated.
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Post by: Empchild
mikhaila wrote:Drive down tonite, beat the snow! Sleep is for the week and uncaffeinated.
Work :( it seems my phone is never off for long as I just spent the last 40 some odd minutes talking with some people about plans for the Boston Brawl, and now I am sending out emails to my employees and sculptors about our product lines.....ooo and my coffee pot is always near bye _.
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Post by: Wehrkind
Most of the snow here around Allentown looks poised to strike tonight overnight, so probably will be cleared out by Friday morning commuting time. At least enough to be fine by lunch. It isn't freezing now either, so the ground will be thawed and will help the melt.
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Post by: Daggermaw
What time does the 40k mini campaign start on saturday?
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Post by: RiTides
Yes, most of the precipitation is going north of us down here; they've just cleared the forecast down to 0-1 inches, and it'll be done coming down by early Fri morning.
Daggermaw, my guess would be around 2pm when the fantasy mini campaign wraps up! grey_death is the man with the answers on this one
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Post by: mikhaila
3am, there's a bit of snow up here, and I just finished up a huge pot of Black Squig Surprise for lunch on Saturday.
2 lbs of beans (red this time).
2 lbs of Jimmy Dean sausage, cooked up and chopped into chunks.
3 chopped onions
peppers of various colors,
big can of crushed tomatoes
Secret Spices! This time it's a lot of Chilie Powder, Paprika, Crushed Red Pepper, Cumin, Cinamon and other stuff I forget the name of.
Throw in a large crockpot with lots of water, and cook on low heat for 1-2 days. Gets a lot hotter as it cooks. Add some cayenne at the end of you need a good kick to it.
I usually serve it with rice, but goes over biscuits quite well.
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The Emperor rewards our faith in him! I have managed to guarantee that a representative of the local Soritas chapter will be on hand to sell cookies.
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Post by: TheCadianParatrooper
The Emperor rewards our faith in him! I have managed to guarantee that a representative of the local Soritas chapter will be on hand to sell cookies.
Like Girl scouts?
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Post by: Boss Salvage
mikhaila wrote:3am, there's a bit of snow up here, and I just finished up a huge pot of Black Squig Surprise for lunch on Saturday.
Just about 10AM up here, and what was supposed to be the heaviest period of snowfall is beautiful blue skies. Rampage is go!
- Salvage
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Post by: Empchild
Almost 10am here and it is comming down hard!!! Sad to say this looks like a no go for me :(.
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Post by: DX3
I've been house hunting in Northern Jersey as of today - and they got dumped on overnight but the main roads look good to go.
Back to Baltimore tonight - then up to Philly for the DakkaCon tomorrow
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Post by: mikhaila
TheCadianParatrooper wrote:The Emperor rewards our faith in him! I have managed to guarantee that a representative of the local Soritas chapter will be on hand to sell cookies.
Like Girl scouts?
Well, they want you to THINK they are girl scouts....
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Post by: Wehrkind
Allentown weather report: Sucked SO hard getting to class this morning at 8. By 10 when I was heading back 78 was clear and dry as a bone, and local roads were not a problem. The Turn Pike and other major roads should be the same, so GAME ONE!
As a side note, I powered through painting and basing etc the last of my army, so I credit the improved conditions to Slaanesh smiling upon my obsessive work.
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Post by: RiTides
Last night I began and finished assembly of my entire warband, got this large map of the warhammer world printed and laminated for the campaign (cost a small fortune.. .but totally worth it!), and picked up a couple of cheap button makers to make some "got dakka?" buttons when there's some downtime .
Today I finished the handout for the warbands campaign (attached to this post) and printed out the "got dakka?" circles.
Just gotta head home, pick up the wife, and we'll be on our way! Unfortunately I have to put in a full day's work, so that means leaving work at 5, probably leaving home at 6, and getting up there sometime between 8 and 9 with the traffic. But will see you all soon
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Post by: DiscoVader
I'll be heading out of here around 3-3:30, so I'll hopefully get there between 5 and 6. Can't wait to meet up with everyone!
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Post by: Wehrkind
RiTides wrote:Last night I began and finished assembly of my entire warband, got this large map of the warhammer world printed and laminated for the campaign (cost a small fortune.. .but totally worth it!), and picked up a couple of cheap button makers to make some "got dakka?" buttons when there's some downtime .
Today I finished the handout for the warbands campaign (attached to this post) and printed out the "got dakka?" circles.
Just gotta head home, pick up the wife, and we'll be on our way! Unfortunately I have to put in a full day's work, so that means leaving work at 5, probably leaving home at 6, and getting up there sometime between 8 and 9 with the traffic. But will see you all soon
Show off. :-P You can be assured that my horde of half naked painted men will be glaring at your grey primed army in disdain. DISDAIN I SAY!!!
Goddamn I am excited!! Automatically Appended Next Post: Just read the mini campaign rules. Look good, just note that I am looking forward to my 2nd and 3rd games of WHFB ever today when Salvage gets here, so you probably don't want me facing GD, DV or whatnot either Put me in the Noob Bracket please!
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Post by: RiTides
Got it, Wehrkind . I'm hoping that the more experienced players won't mind playing the less experienced ones to kind of coach them through. If you guys are feeling really confident I might have a few of you play each other in one of the later rounds but it'll be real relaxed so we can make sure there's no matchup where neither player really knows how to play!
The only catch here is depending on the numbers, I was hoping to evenly split the experienced / inexperienced players onto the two different "teams". So hopefully we have enough that that will work out (I think we will). Also, once things get rolling I'm betting that in round 3/4 pretty much anybody could match up, as people will have the hang of the army/format a bit more by then. Will play it by ear and see how everyone's doing somehow while also playing my own game! (Although I'll be sitting out any round we get an odd number of people for)
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Post by: Wehrkind
Sounds good. I am pretty good on the rules from a theory stand point, and maybe by tomorrow I will be feeling pretty good about keeping them all in a line in practice, so don't worry about me too much.
Until we meet on the field, that is... BWAHAHAHAHA!
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Post by: RiTides
I take it Boss_Salvage has not arrived yet
I'm on a roll at work but might try to take off a hair early, so as to catch rush hour full on... a brilliant strategy, I know!
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Post by: mikhaila
No need for unpainted models! It's just 500 points. We start painting after a few beers, and don't worry about sleep.)
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Post by: Leprousy
unfortunately i'm not going to make it due to a sick dog, and a baby who won't sleep...grr.... Alas, but I hope everyone has a fine time, and I definitely plan on making it down to the bunker for a game night sometime. Hopefully I'll play in the ST. Valentines day Massacre.
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Post by: grey_death
I'll be putting the finishing touches on my 500 points of wolves tonight and rolling out bright and early tomorrow morning .
Can't wait to see everyone! It's going to be a blast!
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Post by: MeanGreenStompa
Heading down to Philly in T minus 2 hours!
Brace yerselves...
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Post by: RiTides
Heading out the door from work right now, so will be on my way to Philly by 6
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Post by: MasticatorDeelux
Sadly there's an exercise going on (Thank you, Marine Corps), otherwise I'd have driven up there to play with you guys.
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Post by: Cable
New recruits welcome? Like to get in some 40K Saturday in the Mini Campaign or pick-up games. Have chaos.
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Post by: Kid_Kyoto
Heading out tomorrow morning, should be there 11 or noon.
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Post by: mikhaila
Cable wrote:New recruits welcome? Like to get in some 40K Saturday in the Mini Campaign or pick-up games. Have chaos.
Come on up, all welcome. Automatically Appended Next Post: Ok, it's 2am, and Jin, MeanGreenStompa, and I have run out of bars to abuse!
See you all in the morning and we will begin the next round of abusing alcohol and telling stories tomorrow night before heading for south philly for steak sandwhiches.
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Post by: DX3
Okay - Just finished my Knight.
1130pm - 326am from start to finish.
I really need to find more time for the hobby..
See you guys in a few hours!
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Post by: Tironum
I just got home from visiting DAKKACON. It was good to catch up with folks but I did not have time to play.
For those who are on the way still, there are a bunch of folks hanging out for open gaming as well as the scheduled events. Drop by if you can.
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Post by: Empchild
Tironum wrote:I just got home from visiting DAKKACON. It was good to catch up with folks but I did not have time to play.
For those who are on the way still, there are a bunch of folks hanging out for open gaming as well as the scheduled events. Drop by if you can.
Next year I fly.....that wasy I don't have to worry about the weather.
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Post by: xdefton3sx
good times! the plague marines had a good run, and i spent way too much money at showcase as usual! free zombie minis though yay!
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Post by: ChaoticFlanagan
Quite an enjoyable day yesterday at Dakkacon! My Nids outperformed my expectations and I got to see a lot of lovely armies! Thanks for the fun times everyone!
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