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Thursday, January 30, 2020

The Cold Wars 2020 PEL Is Finally Up!

The Cold Wars Preliminary Event List (PEL) is finally available here.

As I do with each of the HMGS cons, I'll pull out the events that pique my interest.  You mileage may vary.



F09:417 - Forest Patrol
Friday, 9:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 4 Players GM: Kevin Fischer & HAWKS Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: SciFi, Scale: 12mm, Rules: Heavy Gear Blitz
The woods of Terra Nova can hide a few secrets but is the price of discovering these secrets worth it? Especially when two sides are involved in a Cold War status? Who will secure the site and will it tip Terra Nova into another vicious war?

F10:485 - Zombies in Ohio!
Friday, 10:00 AM, 4 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Don Carter & ODGW Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: French & Indian War, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Mein Zombie
1774 in the Ohio valley, there is an uneasy peace between the local native Americans and the white man.One night the sky filled with shooting stars.A small number of stones are found both sides. Unknown thee stone carry an illness. Can the survivors reach safety, or will the illness take them.Kids welcomed. 10 and up.

F10:489 - Mein Panzer Jr: Tanks 101
Friday, 10:00 AM, 4 Hrs, 4 Players GM: ODGW Staff & ODGW Sponsor: ODGW, Prize: None Period: World War II, Scale: 12mm, Rules: Mein Panzer
Come play and learn Mein Panzer Jr.!! Great game for kids 8 years old and up!! This is a kids version of our popular Mein Panzer Core Rules system that is a tank skirmish level game. One tank represents one tank!! Mein Panzer Jr. will teach the basic game mechanics of Mein Panzer so once you get to hang of MP Jr. you can move up to the full complement of rules and excitement.Rules Taught/Beginners Most Welcome.

F10:239 - ARR! Thar be Gnomes! Friday, 10:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 5 Players GM: James Reynolds Sponsor: WNPG, Prize: None Period: Age of Piracy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars
Rumors have spread about the location of the treasure of the famous pirate Flowerpot Jack. Many a hearty Gnome Pirate crew has joined the race to find it. Gather your crew and set off for the Island of Lost Gardens, and adventure. Kids game.Kids game
Much love for the spontaneous gnome game!

F11:492 - Battletech - Grinder 1 
Friday, 11:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 10 Players GM: Mark Yingling & Battletech Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: SciFi, Scale: 1:285 micro, Rules: Battletech Total Warfare
The Grinder is a free for all Battletech Demo game where new (or returning) players will be taught using the Introductory Rules. You start out with a Light mech and as you die, you advance to the next weight class.All materials, mimiatures, and dice will be provided. Beginner Friendly and Rules taught.

F17:241 - Ghostbusters 
Friday, 5:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 4 Players GM: James Reynolds Sponsor: WNPG, Prize: None Period: Modern, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Ghostbusters
There is something strange in the neighborhood. Paranormal activity is up across the city and ghosts seem to be taking over the city. This can mean only one thing, reunification of Gozer is near. Who you gonna call? Kids game.Kids game

F18:236 - Snowballs at Dawn! 
Friday , 6:00 PM, 4 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Pete English Sponsor: Old Glory, Prize: Snowball Figures Period: Other, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Snowball Fight
Time to settle this once and for all! A fight to the finish between the kids of Hobbs Middle School and the Snowmen of the dark forest. Which side will be victorious in the snow covered hills of Calvin Drive? A true "Cold Wars" engagement. Children welcome with adult, or someone who claims to be an adult.

F19:405 - Wars of Ozz(TM) Demo Game 
Friday, 7:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Buck Surdu & HAWKS Sponsor: Old Glory and Blue Moon, Prize: None Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Wars of Ozz(TM)
This game showcases the new Wars of Ozz figures and the soon-to-be-released rules. In the apocalypse caused by the use of “madness bombs,” the survivors discover tattered copies of the original Oz books and use them as the blueprint for a new society that includes Munchkins, Winkies, Quadlings, and Gillikins, but also mutants, such as pumpkin men and giant winged apes. Experience first-hand these exciting new rules, set in a postapocalyptic world inspired by L. FrankBaum.Younger gamers welcome with a participating adult. No booze, please.

F19:132 - Horses, Hereros and Hot Lead! (German South-West Africa, 1904) - Theme
Friday, 7:00 PM, 4 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Roy Jones Sponsor: Recreational Conflict, Prize: German SouthwestAfrica Miniatures Period: Colonial, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Sword and the Flame (Modified)
German Marines and Schutztruppen are moving in column through incredibly thick thorn bushes, in pursuit of Herero forces. Suddenly, shots ring out from the bush - and Herero troops on horseback spring their trap! Germans on foot vs. Hereros on horse, bayonets flashing and bullets whistling: bring your wits, your Mauser, plenty of ammo, and as much guts as you've got - this ain't gonna be no picnic, bud!

F20:237 - The Friday Night Joust!-Theme
Friday, 8:00 PM, 2 Hrs, 24 Players GM: Eric Jacobson Sponsor: Brigade Games, Prize: Gnomes! Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars, Gnome Jousting
Hear ye, hear ye! All are invited to participate in the grand Friday Night Gnome Joust!!! Rules taught, quick, easy, FUN! PRIZES!! No one under 10 without a playing adult.
We never turn anyone away (unless they're an unaccompanied minor under 10).  To the Line!!!!!

S10:104 - Buccaneer Wars - Old Glory Miniatures 
Saturday, 10:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Brian Whitaker Sponsor: Old Glory Miniatures, Prize: A ship will go to the best player. Period: Age of Piracy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Buccaneer Wars
Pirates and Pirate Hunters square off in this high action game. Pick your side and trust no one.Cabin boys and girls welcome. All rules will be taught.

S10:234 - Rescue the Caravan (French Foreign Legion) - Theme 
Saturday, 10:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Scott Landis Sponsor: The Rogues, Prize: None Period: Colonial, Scale: 28mm, Rules: The Sword and the Flame (slightly modified)
The Archaeological Team caravan from the British Museum has made a major discovery but they need to get it back to the town for safe travel. The French Foreign Legion is sent out to get them safely back to the town. Can you make it in time? Will the locals retain their cultural heritage? Will you March or Die?

S10:244 - Battle of Bearsalus - Theme 
Saturday, 10:00 AM, 2 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Sean Reynolds Sponsor: WNPG, Prize: None Period: Ancients, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Teddy Bear Picnic
Yogius Caesar faces Poohpey at the decisive Battle of Bearsalus. Which of these great Teddy bears will rise to rule the Bearon Empire. Take command of your legionbears to support your choice. All ages of kids are welcome.Kids game Game Master is under 14

S11:476 - Re-Return to Castle Wewelsburg 
Saturday, 11:00 AM, 4 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Larry Morris & Yellow Worm Society Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: World War II, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Hone Rules
After hearing tales of an escape of an American Spy from a supposed abandoned Nazi Stronghold inside a nearby castle, 4 Soviet solders sneak into the castle for a quick look. It seems the castle was not abandoned… The Nazi She Devils are Rated PG. Think of it as 90's video game – Like Castle WolfensteinNew Players Welcome as rules will be taught as needed

11:242 - Banana Buggy Rally - Theme 
Saturday, 11:00 AM, 2 Hrs, 4 Players GM: James Reynolds Sponsor: WNPG, Prize: None Period: Modern, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gaslands One banana, two banana, three banana, four. Four bananas make a bunch, and so do many more. Over hill and highway the banana buggies go. Tra-la-la, la-la-la-la! Join us for a fun road and off-road rally with the Banana Splits (Fleagle, Bingo, Drooper an' Snork). Kids game.Kids game

S14:413 - Something Strange Comes to Schlegel's Ferry 
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Eric Schlegel & HAWKS Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Modern, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Blood & Swash
It is 1958 & something strange is happening around Schlegel's Ferry. There have been lights in the sky, weird noises in the woods & odd people seen about town. Could it be aliens, Communist spies, Schlegel shenanigans or all 3. This is the 4th of 6 linked scenarios depicted the struggles of the Schlegel & their friends throughout the history of America.Players under 13 welcome with a playing adult.

S15:436 - Plastic Pirates Produce Problems
Saturday, 3:00 PM, 2 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Geoffrey Graff & HAWKS Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Age of Piracy, Scale: 40mm, Rules: Plastic Pirates
Once again those Little Lego Looters slip the ship, jaunt through the jungle, visit the village, panic the population, shock the soldiers and irritate the islanders. Now doesn’t that sound like fun? A game for youngsters, reading would be helpful.

S15:233 - Medieval Siege Game 
Saturday, 3:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Michael Lung Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Medieval, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Tactica This is the game where we take the theories discussed in the “How do I run a game” workshop and see them in action on the tabletop. This is your opportunity to play in a game to see what it's all about and ask questions.
"HMGS Award-Winning GM Mike Lung runs a game!  Fun ensues!"

S17:240 - ARR! Thar be Gnomes! 
Saturday, 5:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 5 Players GM: James Reynolds Sponsor: WNPG, Prize: None Period: Age of Piracy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars
Rumors have spread about the location of the treasure of the famous pirate Flowerpot Jack. Many a hearty Gnome Pirate crew has joined the race to find it. Gather your crew and set off for the Island of Lost Gardens, and adventure. Kids game.Kids game

S19:416 - Buck Rogers Returns to Schlegel’s Ferry 
Saturday, 7:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Kurt Schlegel & HAWKS Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: SciFi, Scale: 40mm, Rules: Blood & Swash
It's the 25th century & Buck Rogers has returned to Schlegel’s Ferry to see how his friend, Dr Huer is doing excavating the ancient town. Also appearing will be Col. Wilma Deering, Black Barney, Killer Kane, Tiekomen Oneeyed men and more. Fast and easy rules for players of all ages. This is the last of 6 linked scenarios depicting the struggles of the Schlegels & their friends throughout the history of America.Players under 13 welcome with a playing adult.

S19:195 - Trench Wars: Red Thrust 2020: Russia Invades ______!--An HMGS War College Game 
Saturday, 7:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Frank Luberti, Jr. Sponsor: New York Wargamers Association and Connecticut Game Club, Prize: None Period: Modern, Scale: 12mm, Rules: Trench Wars (modified)
Fill in the blank: Ukraine, Sweden, The Baltics or all of the above. Microarmor game using the Trench Wars rules modified for Modern warfare. No charts, just a few dice and a ruler per player. Novices, children with adults, rules lawyers and GMs looking for revenge welcome. Parent/Child teams welcome.Scenario inspired by the book RED THRUST by Fall In 2019 HMGS War College speaker Steven J. Zaloga.

S19:207 - Another Wild West Skirmish Game - Theme 
Saturday, 7:00 PM, 4 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Leo Walsh Sponsor: None, Prize: variety of awards for actions Period: Western, Scale: 28mm, Rules: High Noon
As always anything goes! Let’s make up the scenario right at the table. I have a wide variety of figures or you can bring your own. Prizes will be awarded for specific actions in this game. These rules are easy to learn and fast playing. Moms and dads welcome, even grandparents as well. Everyone starts off with 2 characters of your choice.

S20:257 - Gnome Wars: The Incident at St. Gotthard Pass 
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: James Stanton Sponsor: Brigade Games, Prize: None Period: Gnomes, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars
The Allied forces have launched an all out assault on the German positions at St. Gotthard Pass. The Germans, having been caught by surprise, are spread thin but are standing firm praying that the expected relief column is nearby. Will the Allies push the Germans out of this key position or can Lon the Lunkhead reach the garrison in time to save the day? Players with a painted 300-point unit from Brigade Games do not need pre-register.Rules will be taught. No one under age 14 without a playing adult. Parent-child teams encouraged.

S20:136 - Roman Chariot Race - Theme
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 12 Players GM: William Chappell Sponsor: None, Prize: Medal Period: Ancients, Scale: 54mm, Rules: Roman Circus by Brian T. DeWitt
Thrills, chills, and spills in the 1st Century equivalent of NASCAR, with attitude. Drive your chariot around a 12 foot track. Are you Ben Hur (Good)? or Messala (Bad)? There are no laws in the Hippodrome! See if you have what it takes to cross the finish line IN your chariot. Only one person gets to wear the laurel wreath and walk away with the gold medal.

S20:226 - Saturday Night Soccer
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 6 Players GM: Jeff Wiltrout Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Modern, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Corner Kick
At Fall In we had a World Cup preview. This round will continue with the winners of those games. Come play with Brazil or Croatia for the glory of the Cold Wars Cup.Knowledge of soccer rules and tactics is not necessary. Having fun is.

S20:262 - APES OF WAR - A QUEST - Theme 
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 3 Hrs, 20 Players GM: Peter Panzeri Sponsor: MINIATURE BUILDING AUTHORITY, Prize: None Period: Future, Scale: 28mm, Rules: WICKED WITCH RULES!
“SATURDAY NIGHT WILD PARTY You're on a QUEST to beat, or at least escape from the Ape. Bring your own 3-4 Player Team, or be assigned one. APES assault the human enclave ... Mutants Let loose and prey upon all! All forces converge for a Battle of courage vs. cunning plans and Evil tricks. You must "KILL or BE KILLED!" Who will be successful and live to tell? "Classic Horror Fiction

Z10:414 - The Apocalypse Comes to Schlegel's Ferry 
Sunday, 10:00 AM, 3 Hrs, 8 Players GM: Eric Schlegel & HAWKS Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Future, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Blood & Swash It's 2021 & a global catastrophe has devastated the planet & severely the reduced the population. The denizens of Schlegel's Ferry struggle for survival among marauding bands of scavengers. This is the last of 6 linked scenario depicting the struggles of the Schlegel's & their friends throughout the history of America.Players under 13 welcome with a playing adult

Z10:232 - Eat Hitler! 
Sunday, 10:00 AM, 2 Hrs, 12 Players GM: Brendan WattsSponsor: None, Prize: None Period: SciFi, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Howard Whitehouse's Eat Hitler the Nazi Taste Treat
Not quite a theme game but we do have dinosaurs pursuing and eating Nazis from a crashed theme game featuring more Nazis and new dinos from Disney souvenir shop!Kid & family friendly, play a quick game before leaving the convention for home

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