In an act more like Christmas FOR July, the Preliminary Events List (PEL) for Historicon 2023 is finally up! (I've linked the main events page for Historicon. Any corrections to the PEL will create a new address to a new file, thus killing that link).
As always, I'm simply posting all the events that I'm interested in. If games have multiple sessions, I may not list them, all, your mileage may vary.
T09:464 : Exploring the Frozen City
Thursday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-12
GM: Cliff Brunken & Del-Val
Sponsor: Windsword LLC, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Frostgrave II
Description: It is an evil and dangerous place. To the locals it is called
'Frostgrave', and It is shunned by all right thinking people. For those who
seek power and riches, however, it is an unparalleled opportunity, a
deadly maze concealing secrets of knowledge long forgotten. Come seek
your Fame and Fortune in the Frozen City. Kid Friendly Game
T09:121 : Racing in Germany
Thursday, 9:00 AM, 3 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Commonwealth: CW-22
GM: Jon Lundberg
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Pulp, Scale: 28mm, Rules: VSF Races
Description: A light opener to the convention. A race of various
contraptions and creatures through a German town past a creepy castle
on the hill - what could go wrong. These races are run each convention
timed to finish before the dealer hall opens.
The Defense of Carf
Thursday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: Eric Jacobson & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games and Wiley Games, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead. Description: On a world without hope, the free town of Carf focused far
more on scum than true villainy. As outside factions attempt to fight for
control, and the Gnomish Space Marines are sent in as peacekeepers, can
the citizenry fight back, or is there something worse over the horizon?
Novices and children welcome.
T10:219 : Conan the Avenger!
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 3 hrs, Players: 19, Location: Freedom A: FA-2
GM: Peter Panzeri & MBA
Sponsor: WarGators, FL, Prize: Prizes from mba
Period: Ancients, Scale: 30mm, Rules: Conan Rules! Ancient Warfare of the
Hyborean Age
Description: An ancient quest & battle like you never saw. Conan is once
again king in Aquilonia, & once again has a beautiful queen. Life is sweet &
times are good... Until they aren't. A Demon abducts his Queen Zenobia -
and 3 other Princesses - as Conan begins an epic quest to rescue them.
Huge Armies and Conan's special forces are ready. The fate of the ancient
world rests on his success. Random events, cheers and mayhem. Many say
"THIS is the BEST CONAN SCENARIO EVER!" Come see! A War Game, a
Strategy game, a Survival game. What's not to love? NOTE: The 3 scenarios
are different & a special prize for those who play in all 3! For a free PDF
copy of the rules and scenarios stop by the game table or mba anytime.
T10:560 : Into The Darkness: WARHAMMER 40K: DEMO'S
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Commonwealth: CW-75
GM: Lorenzo O'Branty & LXG Gaming Club, THE MECHANICON and Gaming
Garage
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: WARHAMMER 40K and House rules.
Description: A new edition makes planet fall. Ravening aliens strike at a
desperate Imperium in the new edition of Warhammer 40,000. Discover
one of the world's most popular miniatures game. Come join us in learning
this new edition of Warhammer 40,000. All are welcome and all materials
will be provided.
40K demos are all weekend long.
T10:242 : Khartoum! the Wargame
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Commonwealth: CW41/51/61
GM: Jim Purky
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 54mm, Rules: War Along the Nile
Description: You have seen the movie Khartoum, Charlton Heston as
General Gordon versus Laurence Olivier as The Mahdi, now play it in full
54mm splendor across a vast table top surface area. The game features
the Dervish assault on Khartoum and the Egyptian defense of the city and
the Sudan. The Dervish will attack the city walls with scaling ladders and
lots of D6 dice. Arab Dhows and Egyptian paddle wheel boats will fight it
out on the Nile River. So, will you help Gordon defend Khartoum or will
you take up the Black Flag of The Mahdi? Oh, and did I mention scaling
ladders?
T10:438 : Renown for Rome or Death of a Legion
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-73
GM: Edward Watts & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Ancients, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead - Might and Melee
Description: Celts in revolt. This is a chance for your Centurion to win
renown and promotion evacuating a noble family while Celts attempt to
destroy this Roman outpost rising in stature within their tribe. Rules
taught at table, children with an adult companion.
T10:362 : Saving Sagebrush Gulch
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 3 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-2
GM: Donald Holly
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: World War I, Scale: 15mm, Rules: All Quiet On The Martian Front
1st Ed
Description: The Martians are advancing towards Sagebrush Gulch, and
the Humans have literally "drawn a line" with trenches to halt the
Martians. Will the Martians take Sagebrush Gulch and restock their food
larder, or will the Humans force the Martians to retreat to their hole in the
ground? Beginners welcome. Gamers under the age of 14 are welcome
with an adult.
T10:249 : The Crystal Forest of Goratak
Thursday, 10:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-41
GM: Troy Nowak
Sponsor: Your Hobby Place, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 25mm, Rules: West End Games Star Wars Miniatures
Battles
Description: Lead heroic Imperial troops and their allies, or pirate and
rebel scum, through the Crystal Forest of Goratak in their quest for a lost
droid. Learn basic game mechanics and the use of heroes playing this
official scenario for West End Games Star Wars Miniatures Battles using
vintage 25mm miniatures; kids under 14 welcome with a playing adult. No
food at the table.
T11:524 : Battletech - Grinder 1
Thursday, 11:00 AM, 2 hrs, Players: 10, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-10
GM: Mark Yingling & Battletech
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 1:285 micro, Rules: Total Warfare
Description: 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 up to the next
weight class. All materials, miniatures and dice will be provided. Beginner
Friendly & Rules Taught.
Grinder events are all weekend.
T11:485 : Tekumel - The Battle of Butrus
Thursday, 11:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-6
GM: Steve Braun
Sponsor: Second Saturday Scrum Club, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: To the Strongest
Description: Join the forces of Tsolyanu or Mu'ugalavya as they fight for
control of the Chaka region at the Battle of Butrus. Players will be using
"To the Strongest" to simulate the battle. Each general will lead a variety
of troops to decide the fate of the Petal Throne. Over 13 please.
HU943: Beginner painter
Thursday, 12:00 PM, 1.5 hrs, Students: 6, Location: Conestoga: CO-3
Instructor: Jim Stanton
Description: Teaches a unique painting style using all Craft paints and of
all things Brown primer to create incredibly crisp, clean paint jobs that
look amazing on the gaming table. 6 people. Instructor: Jim Stanton
T13:848 : Oh Gnome You Don't!
Thursday, 1:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commons on Vine: BGL
GM: Anthony Dewall & Boardgame Library
Sponsor: None, Prize: Prizes to be determined based on number of
players
Period: Fantasy, Scale: Other, Rules: Standard rules
Yes, this isn't a wargame, and we aren't running it, but it is gnome-related. Also Saturday at 5pm.
T14:495 : Gnome Wars: The Assault on Fort Lockhart -
September 12, 1897
Thursday, 2:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: Jim Stanton & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games, Prize: Gnomes!
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars
Description: Sikhs and British on the Northwest Frontier. The relief column
was due two days ago, supplies and ammunition are running low. A dust
cloud on the horizon brings hope, but it is the enemy. The remaining
ammunition is divided and letters to loved ones are written because the
defenders are doubtful that they will see another sunrise. Anyone bringing
a painted Gnomes at War unit from Brigade games does not have to
preregister.
WAR COLLEGE “HMGS Wants You!—Volunteering At HMGS”
Thursday, 3:00 PM, 1 hr, Speaker: Frank Luberti Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor Type of Talk: Industry, Period: Other, Description: To borrow a phrase, "ask not what HMGS can do for you, ask what you can do for HMGS." A Question and Answer session on opportunities to volunteer with HMGS. Sign up sheets will be available. HMGS members and non-members of all ages welcome.
T16:455 : Space Apes vs Captain Curt: A Star Schlock Battle
Thursday, 4:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Freedom A: FA-1
GM: John Sears Sponsor: Second Saturday Scrum Club, Prize: Miniatures
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Star Schlock
Description: The space apes of the interplanetary Simian Kingdom have
launched a full scale assault on the colony world of Bonobos! Only Captain
Curt and his crew of Explorer Corps red shirts stand in their way! Try the
new Star Schlock Battle Game (now on Kickstarter!) in a game that pulls
inspiration from scifi of the 1970s and 80s. No rules experience necessary,
we'll teach you everything! Ages 13+
T17:198 : Go for the Gold
Thursday, 5:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 4, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-4
GM: Christopher Jachimowicz
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 1:1000th, Rules: Games Workshop Man O' War
Description: We'll throw down old-school fleets from Games Workshop's
classic sea battle game, Man O'War. Players will choose between the
forces of the Empire and the High Elves. Each player will manage one or
more Men O' War and/or Ship-of-the-Line Squadrons. Fleets will compete
to obtain three chests of gold. The force possessing the most gold at the
end of the game will be victorious! The Empire is transporting a cache of
gold on open waters. The High Elves don't intend to let it reach port. Use
might and magic to claim victory!
T18:446 : BTech - Fast Play Battletech
Thursday, 6:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-8
GM: Dennis Perlot
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 1:285 micro, Rules: Simplified Battletech Alpha Strike
Rules
Description: The Davion Guards battle the Perlotti Pursuers mercenary
unit to keep them from making off with valuable data cores. Battletech
Alpha Strike Rules simplified for convention play and more carnage! All
mechs, terrain, dice, rulers supplied.
T19:122 : A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Vienna
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-22
GM: Jon Lundberg
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Age of Reason, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead
Description: The Holy Roman Emperor is dead. It's time for an election.
The Heir Apparent is divisive and there are rumors that information about
him would scuttle his candidacy. An infamous assassin has also bee
sighted in town. Skullduggery and shenanigans are in the offing. All of
Europe has sent diplomats and teams to town to influence events.
T19:246 : Camels in the Kalahari (German South West Africa, 1908)
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-12
GM: Roy Jones
Sponsor: Recreational Conflict, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 25mm, Rules: The Sword and the Flame (Modified)
Description: 100 camels on the game table! The dry desert sands of the
Kalahari protect Simon Kopper and his Nama forces from an assault by
standard horse-mounted Schutztruppen. In order to get at Kopper in his
desert fastness, the Germans form a special camel-mounted
Expeditionskorps (expeditionary corps) under the command of
Hauptmann Friedrich von Erckert. On March 16, 1908 at the Battle of
Seatsub Simon Kopper and his Nama troops clash with Hauptmann von
Erckert and his camel-mounted Schutztruppen. From the upcoming
scenario book "The Nama Wars".
T19:515 : Test of Honour - The Shimonoseki Incident
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 20, Location: Federal Foyer: FF-1
GM: David Hill
Sponsor: Things from the Basement and Your Hobby Place Ltd., Prize:
None
Period: Boshin War/Samurai, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Test of Honour - Quick
Play
Description: Test of Honour is a fun, fast-paced 28mm samurai skirmish
game and my alterations have made it even more fun and faster-paced (at
least I think so). Don t be scared by the high player count, this is really 5
four-player games at once with alternating turns (i.e. your turn is every
other minute!). The award winning Yamashiro (mountain fort) will be
making its seven HMGS appearance (and last until Historicon 2024). Five
different battles to fight (including samurai with Gatling guns), with two
brand new sections for returning players. Quick play rules (one piece of
paper!) will be taught. Kids welcome with accompanying adult. All
miniatures and materials provided, just bring a fun attitude.
T19:491 : The Defense of Carf
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: Eric Jacobson & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games and Wiley Games, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead
Description: On a world without hope, the free town of Carf focused far
more on scum than true villainy. As outside factions attempt to fight for
control, and the Gnomish Space Marines are sent in as peacekeepers, can
the citizenry fight back, or is there something worse over the horizon?
Novices and children welcome.
T19:370 : The First Boer War: Will the mail get through?
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-84
GM: David Wood & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Cot Patrol
Description: A mail escort on its way to Newcastle had been attacked by
the Boers. Will the British hold the field? Or the Boers overwhelm them?
Players control sections of infantry in a short, sharp engagement. Combat
Patrol uses cards to resolve not only activation but combat in a fast, diceless, and chartless, but not simplistic system.
T19:225 : Who ARE these Albanians?
Thursday, 7:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Hickory: HK-2
GM: Jim Mauro
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Medieval, Scale: 15mm, Rules: To the Strongest!
Description: After the failed siege of the Albanian fortress at Kruje, the
retreating Ottoman army under Sultan, Murad II, is goaded into open
battle by the "Lord of Albania"... Skanderbeg. The rules are easy to learn,
yet rich in unit character with challenging command decisions. Ages 14
and above welcomed.
T20:216 : The Wicked Witch Rules! Baum's Classic Oz - Theme
Thursday, 8:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 16, Location: Freedom A: FA-2
GM: Peter Panzeri & MBA
Sponsor: WarGators, FL, Prize: Prizes from mba
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Wicked Witch Rules! Baum's Classic
OzDescription: Wait!? Didn't we MELT that Witch already? And we already
dropped a house on her sister? Just when Dorothy & the Gang thought it
was safe to re-decorate that Castle? The Witch is BACK! Invading Oz with a
whole new Army of Flying Monkeys, Spooks and Winky-Guard du Corpses!
Can the Wizard's Balloon Corps, Oz-Green-Dragoons, Munchkins & ALL
help the Lion, Tin-Man, and Scarecrow? Or is it REALLY always up to
Dorothy and a water-bucket? "I DO believe in spooks! I DO believe in
spooks!" Songs, Witch Laughs and funny quotes are not optional. Special
Prizes for the trivialists! NOTE: The 3 scenarios are different & a special
prize for those who play in all 3! For a free PDF copy of the rules and
scenarios stop by the game table or mba anytime. PARENTS: Not suitable
for kids
FRIDAY
F09:492 : The Defense of Carf
Friday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-1
GM: Eric Jacobson & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games and Wiley Games, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead
Description: On a world without hope, the free town of Carf focused far
more on scum than true villainy. As outside factions attempt to fight for
control, and the Gnomish Space Marines are sent in as peacekeepers, can
the citizenry fight back, or is there something worse over the horizon?
Novices and children welcome.
F09:381 : Wars of Ozz: Learn to Play
Friday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-72
GM: Christopher Palmer & HAWKS
Sponsor: Old Glory, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Wars of Ozz
Description: Take part in this big battle set in the post-apocalyptic horse &
musket world of Ozz. Various factions, including Munchkins, Quadlings,
and Gillikens fight for control in this fun fast-paced game. Beginner
welcome. Also, if you want, players are invited to bring their own 25-point
brigade of Old Glory's official Wars of Ozz figures (Figures must be
painted.), any faction to command: or you can use one of our brigades.
Rules will be taught. Children under 13 only with playing adult.
HU944: getting tabletop ready
Friday, 10:00 AM, 1.5 hrs, Students: 6, Location: Conestoga: CO-1
Instructor: Jim Stanton
Description: Teaches a unique painting style using all Craft paints and of
all things Brown primer to create incredibly crisp, clean paint jobs that
look amazing on the gaming table. 6 people. Instructor: Jim Stanton
WAR COLLEGE - “Wargaming For World War I”
Friday, 10:00 AM, Speaker: Albert Nofi
Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Gaming, Period: World War I
Description: Come join Dr. Al Nofi as he examines wargaming World
War I. Dr. Nofi is a distinguished author and game designer. He has
designed or co-designed such WWI games as 'The Great War: 1914-
1918' and 'The Great War in the East: Four World War 1 Battles.' In
addition to Dr. Nofi, the Q&A session will be hosted by HMGS War
College Director Frank Luberti, playtester and gamemaster of the
'Trench Wars' rules for WWI skirmish games, available from Old Glory.
Both Al and Frank are Directors of the New York Military Affairs
Symposium (NYMAS). For more on NYMAS, please go to
www.nymas.org.
F10:243 : Khartoum! the War Game
Friday, 10:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Commonwealth: CW41/51/61
GM: Jim Purky
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 54mm, Rules: War Along the Nile
Description: You have seen the movie Khartoum (1966): Charlton Heston
as General Gordon and Laurence Olivier as The Mahdi. Now play it in
54mm splendor across a vast desert of table surface featuring the Dervish
assault on Khartoum and the Egyptian defense of the city. The Dervish will
attack the city walls with scaling ladders, and lots of D6 dice will be
thrown. Arab Dhows and Egyptian paddle wheel boats also fight it out on
the Nile River. So, will you rescue Gordon or take up the Black Flag of the
Mahdi? Oh, and did I mention scaling ladders
F10:516 : Test of Honour - The Shimonoseki Incident
Friday, 10:00 AM, 3 hrs, Players: 20, Location: Federal Foyer: FF-1
GM: David Hill
Sponsor: Things from the Basement and Your Hobby Place Ltd., Prize:
None
Period: Boshin War/Samurai, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Test of Honour - Quick
Play
Description: Test of Honour is a fun, fast-paced 28mm samurai skirmish
game and my alterations have made it even more fun and faster-paced (at
least I think so). Don t be scared by the high player count, this is really 5
four-player games at once with alternating turns (i.e. your turn is every
other minute!). The award winning Yamashiro (mountain fort) will be
making its seven HMGS appearance (and last until Historicon 2024). Five
different battles to fight (including samurai with Gatling guns), with two
brand new sections for returning players. Quick play rules (one piece of
paper!) will be taught. Kids welcome with accompanying adult. All
miniatures and materials provided, just bring a fun attitude.
F11:199 : Shore Fort Shootout
Friday, 11:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 4, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-4
GM: Christopher Jachimowicz
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 1:1000th, Rules: Games Workshop Man O' War
Description: Another round of old-school gaming with fleets from Games
Workshop's classic sea battle game, Man O' War. Players will choose
between the Bretonnians and the Dwarves. Each player will manage one
or more Men O' War and/or Ship-of-the-Line Squadrons. Fleets will
attempt to break the blockade around their opponent s shore fort and
reduce it to rubble. Protect the shoreline and destroy that fort! But wait.
Who is protecting YOUR fort? Bretonnians versus Dwarves in a race to
reduce a fort to rubble
WAR COLLEGE - “Adaptation and Improvisation: Logisitics in East Africa, 1914- 1918”
Friday, 12:00 PM, 1 hr, Speaker: Jeff Schultz Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor Type of Talk: Historical, Period: World War I Description: Join us to learn about the fascinating logistics and other challenges faced by the combatants in East Africa during World War I. These included, but were not limited to climate, weather, insects, disease, blockade runners, dependence on human porters and use of excommerce raider naval guns pressed into action as artillery.
WAR COLLEGE - “Wargaming And The Army War College”
Friday, 1:00 PM, 1 hr, Speaker: Brian Foster
Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Gaming, Period: Other
Description: Come join Army War College Professor Brian Foster as he
discusses the study and uses of wargaming by the U.S. Military. In
addition to his Army career, Professor Foster has served as a Wargame
Analyst (Strategic) at the U.S. Army War College, Center for Strategic
Leadership.
F14:498 : Return to the Forbidden City
Friday, 2:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-1
GM: Mike Lung & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead Wasteland Warriors
Description: For generations, the City of Ancients has been feared and
taboo. No one would go near the place because those who did quickly
sickened and died horrible deaths. But recently, a few foolhardy souls
have gone there and survived. They have brought back tales of ancient
wonders and incredible treasures waiting there for the taking. Are you
willing to lead your brave band into the unknown to gain fabulous riches
and fame?
HU925: Shoebox Skirmish
Friday, 4:00 PM, 1.5 hrs, Students: 8, Location: Conestoga: CO-1
Instructor: Don Goddard
Description: Shoebox Skirmish. Lecture: Learn several techniques for
downsizing storage space required for gaming materials. Instructor: Don
Goddard
F18:531 : The Meandering Missile Affair
Friday, 6:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-74
GM: Edward Watts
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Modern, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead Core Rules & Galactic
Heroes
Description: The men from the United Network Command For Law
Enforcement (U.N.C.L.E.) are ordered to investigate a plot by several
criminal organizations planning international extortion and encounter a
British MI-6 team dispatched to foil the same villains. Will good or evil
prevail? Rules will be taught at the table.
F18:382 : Wars of Ozz: Battle of the Pyramid
Friday, 6:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: GM: Christopher Palmer & HAWKS
Sponsor: Old Glory, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Wars of Ozz
Description: Take command of one of the new desert factions for Wars of
Ozz, or one of their allies, as the Kingdom of the Whim and their Munchkin
associates attempt to bring stability to the unruly nomadic tribes of the
Temujicans and their allied Gilliken cousins; as they clash in the shadow of
the Great Pyramid of the Impassable Desert. Come take part in this big
battle set in the post-apocalyptic horse & musket world of Ozz. Beginners
welcome. Rules will be taught. Children under 13 only with a playing adult.
Commonwealth: CW-72
F19:555 : Car Wars: Double Drum Arena
Friday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-76
GM: Frank Osborn & LXG Gaming Club, THE MECHANICON and Gaming
Garage
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Future, Scale: 1/64th, Rules: Car Wars 6th Edition and House rules.
Description: Amateur Autodueling comes to Lancaster! The Double Drum
Arena features two mini-arenas. When there are only four competitors
remaining, the gates open and only the survivor may leave. Winners on
Amateur Night will receive an Uncle Albert's sponsorship package and get
their first start with the pro's.
F19:517 : Test of Honour - The Shimonoseki Incident
Friday, 7:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 20, Location: Federal Foyer: FF-1
GM: David Hill
Sponsor: Things from the Basement and Your Hobby Place Ltd., Prize:
None
Period: Boshin War/Samurai, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Test of Honour - Quick
Play
Description: Test of Honour is a fun, fast-paced 28mm samurai skirmish
game and my alterations have made it even more fun and faster-paced (at
least I think so). Don t be scared by the high player count, this is really 5
four-player games at once with alternating turns (i.e. your turn is every
other minute!). The award winning Yamashiro (mountain fort) will be
making its seven HMGS appearance (and last until Historicon 2024). Five
different battles to fight (including samurai with Gatling guns), with two
brand new sections for returning players. Quick play rules (one piece of
paper!) will be taught. Kids welcome with accompanying adult. All
miniatures and materials provided, just bring a fun attitude.
F19:250 : The Crystal Forest of Goratak
Friday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-41
GM: Troy Nowak
Sponsor: Your Hobby Place, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 25mm, Rules: West End Games Star Wars Miniatures
Battles
Description: Lead heroic Imperial troops and their allies, or pirate and
rebel scum, through the Crystal Forest of Goratak in their quest for a lost
droid. Learn basic game mechanics and the use of heroes playing this
official scenario for West End Games Star Wars Miniatures Battles using
vintage 25mm miniatures; kids under 14 welcome with a playing adult. No
food at the table.
F19:106 : Battle of Las Guasimas 1898 Spanish American War
- Theme
Friday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 4, Location: Commonwealth: CW-46 GM: Jeff Whitlock Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Colonial, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Blood and Steel - Firelock Games Description: Can the Cuban Insurgents and US Forces under the command of General Wheeler break the Spanish line and push on Kettle Hill and take Santiago?! Or will the Spanish be able to stop the Upstart American Advance Kids welcome with an adult
Friday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 4, Location: Commonwealth: CW-46 GM: Jeff Whitlock Sponsor: None, Prize: None Period: Colonial, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Blood and Steel - Firelock Games Description: Can the Cuban Insurgents and US Forces under the command of General Wheeler break the Spanish line and push on Kettle Hill and take Santiago?! Or will the Spanish be able to stop the Upstart American Advance Kids welcome with an adult
F20:501 : The Joust - Teachers Program
Friday, 8:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 24, Location: Independence: IN-3
GM: Elizabeth Stanton & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Medieval, Scale: 28mm, Rules: To Cry a Joust
Description: The classic Jousting Tournament. Rules taught. Quick, easy,
Fun, and prizes! No one under 14 without a playing adult.
SATURDAY
S09:499 : Return to the Forbidden City
Saturday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-1
GM: Michael Lung & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Fistful of Lead Wasteland Warriors Description: For generations, the City of Ancients has been feared and
taboo. No one would go near the place because those who did quickly
sickened and died horrible deaths. But recently, a few foolhardy souls
have gone there and survived. They have brought back tales of ancient
wonders and incredible treasures waiting there for the taking. Are you
willing to lead your brave band into the unknown to gain fabulous riches
and fame?
S09:383 : Wars of Ozz: Battle of the Pyramid
Saturday, 9:00 AM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-72
GM: Christopher Palmer & HAWKS
Sponsor: Old Glory, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Wars of Ozz
Description: Take command of one of the new desert factions for Wars of
Ozz, or one of their allies, as the Kingdom of the Whim and their Munchkin
friends attempt to bring stability to the unruly nomadic tribes of the
Temujicans and their allied Gilliken cousins; as they clash in the shadow of
the Great Pyramid of the Impassable Desert. Come take part in this big
battle set in the post-apocalyptic horse & musket world of Ozz. Beginners
welcome. Rules will be taught. Children under 13 only with a playing adult.
S10:518 : Test of Honour - The Shimonoseki Incident
Saturday, 10:00 AM, 3 hrs, Players: 20, Location: Federal Foyer: FF-1
GM: David Hill
Sponsor: Things from the Basement and Your Hobby Place Ltd., Prize:
None
Period: Boshin War/Samurai, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Test of Honour - Quick
Play
Description: Test of Honour is a fun, fast-paced 28mm samurai skirmish
game and my alterations have made it even more fun and faster-paced (at
least I think so). Don t be scared by the high player count, this is really 5
four-player games at once with alternating turns (i.e. your turn is every
other minute!). The award winning Yamashiro (mountain fort) will be
making its seven HMGS appearance (and last until Historicon 2024). Five
different battles to fight (including samurai with Gatling guns), with two
brand new sections for returning players. Quick play rules (one piece of
paper!) will be taught. Kids welcome with accompanying adult. All
miniatures and materials provided, just bring a fun attitude.
WAR COLLEGE - “Chinese Military History: Part 1—Ancient To 1928”
Saturday, 10:00 AM, 1 hr, Speaker: Ching Chin
Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Historical, Period: Ancients
Description: First hour of a two part lecture on the Chinese Military
from the Ancient period to the 21st Century. The presentation traces China's history from Ancient Hegemon to Failed State to Superpower
Challenger.
WAR COLLEGE - “Chinese Military History: Part 1— 1928 to Present”
Saturday, 11:00 AM, 1 hr, Speaker: Ching Chin Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor Type of Talk: Historical, Period: Ancients Description: Second hour of a two part lecture on the Chinese Military
from the Ancient period to the 21st Century. The presentation traces
China's history from Ancient Hegemon to Failed State to Superpower
Challenger
S11:502 : How do I run a game? - Teachers Program
Saturday, 11:00 AM, 1 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: James Stanton & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Other, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Seminar
Description: So you want to run a scenario but don't know how?
Experienced GMs and Educators will share their experiences putting on
games. Rules, miniatures, terrain, dice, etc will be discussed. All
participants will then be invited to participate in a game following the
seminar where they can see theory come to life.
S13:347 : Armies for Kids - American Civil War - Theme
Saturday, 1:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-81
GM: Eric Schlegel & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: American Civil War, Scale: 20mm, Rules: Milk and Cookies
Description: Come and fight a Civil War battle using the quick and easy
Milk and Cookies rules and then take the troops home. Join the Yankees
and fight to save the Union or join the Rebs and fight for independence.
Players under 11 only please, but adult helpers are welcome.
Not one of "my" events, but one of the most awesome things the HAWKS do during Historicon. They assemble enough figures so the kids can take the armies and play with them at home, hopefully adding to them.
WAR COLLEGE - "Writing Historical Miniatures Scenario Books”
Saturday, 1:00 PM, 1 hr, Speaker: Timothy Tilson
Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Gaming, Period: Other
Description: If you have ever thought about writing a historical
miniatures scenario book, this presentation is for you. It will provide you
with all you need to know to get started and see you through to
completion. Areas to be covered will be: Choosing a topic; Doing the
research; Designing the scenarios; Playtesting the scenarios; and
Publishing your book. There will be a Question and Answer session as
well. The presentation slides will be distributed.
S13:556 : Car Wars: Double Drum Arena
Saturday, 1:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-76
GM: Tony Spino & LXG Gaming Club, THE MECHANICON and Gaming
Garage
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Future, Scale: 1/64th, Rules: Car Wars 6th Edition and House rules.
Description: Amateur Autodueling comes to Lancaster! The Double Drum
Arena features two mini-arenas. When there are only four competitors
remaining, the gates open and only the survivor may leave. Winners on
Amateur Night will receive an Uncle Albert's sponsorship package and get
their first start with the pro's.
HU945: Creating a Jousting Cloth
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 1.5 hrs, Students: 6, Location: Conestoga: CO-4
Instructor: Jim Stanton
Description: A Hobby University class where we make a jousting cloth.
Everyone who attends will leave with what they need to run a joust.
Instructor: Jim Stanton
S14:244 : Khartoum! the War Game
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Commonwealth: CW41/51/61
GM: Jim Purky
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 54mm, Rules: War Along the Nile
Description: You have seen the movie Khartoum (1966): Charlton Heston
as General Gordon and Laurence Olivier as The Mahdi. Now play it in
54mm splendor across a vast desert of table surface featuring the Dervish
assault on Khartoum and the Egyptian defense of the city. The Dervish will
attack the city walls with scaling ladders, and lots of D6 dice will be
thrown. Arab Dhows and Egyptian paddle wheel boats also fight it out on
the Nile River. So, will you rescue Gordon or take up the Black Flag of the
Mahdi? Oh, and did I mention scaling ladders?\
S14:111 : Pony Wars
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 4, Location: Commonwealth: CW-46
GM: Walter Leach
Sponsor: Old Glory, Prize: Old Glory 15mm US Cavalry
Period: Western, Scale: 15mm, Rules: Pony Wars
Description: Come along and help get the settlers to the fort as hostiles
are raiding the territory. Try and stop gun-runners, and be aware of
roaming Buffalo herds and cattle drives. There might be a sighting of the
Lone Ranger and Tonto or the War Wagon. Help protect the Wagon Train
and Stage Coach to their destination
S14:475 : Sort of Midnight Massacre Part 2 - Theme
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-22
GM: Jeff Kimmel & Rogues
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: American Civil War, Scale: 15mm, Rules: BFF
Description: The original late night classic is back with a three (actually 4)
part game dedicated to one of our original GM's the late Gwen Reeves.
This midday version of the game will feature some of the "Madness" you
have come to expect from the & Rogues including the original Brigade Fire
and Fury Rules, the usual taunting and abuse from the GM's as players try
to do something with their armies, and lots of pushing lead and killing
things. Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of an "old school" Historicon game.
Pre-reg gets you an Elite Command.
S14:519 : Test of Honour - The Shimonoseki Incident
Saturday, 2:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 20, Location: Federal Foyer: FF-1 GM: David Hill
Sponsor: Things from the Basement and Your Hobby Place Ltd., Prize:
None
Period: Boshin War/Samurai, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Test of Honour - Quick
Play
Description: Test of Honour is a fun, fast-paced 28mm samurai skirmish
game and my alterations have made it even more fun and faster-paced (at
least I think so). Don t be scared by the high player count, this is really 5
four-player games at once with alternating turns (i.e. your turn is every
other minute!). The award winning Yamashiro (mountain fort) will be
making its seven HMGS appearance (and last until Historicon 2024). Five
different battles to fight (including samurai with Gatling guns), with two
brand new sections for returning players. Quick play rules (one piece of
paper!) will be taught. Kids welcome with accompanying adult. All
miniatures and materials provided, just bring a fun attitude.
S15:596 : Battletech: Wolves at the Gate
Saturday, 3:00 PM, 5 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Heritage Foyer: HF-10
GM: Ian Gordon & Battletech
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 6mm, Rules: Battletech Alpha Strike
Description: The year is 3147. Alaric Ward and the Wolf Empire have
begun their push toward Terra in an attempt to capture it to become the
ilClan. The Republic of the Sphere stands in their way and are trying to
mount a defense of Alaric's next target; the super heavy mech factories on
a planet called Devil's Rock. The Republic's forces have been anticipating
an invasion and have made preparations, but will it be enough? Come join
this pivotal battle as either a Clan warrior or a Republic soldier. Rules will
be taught and all materials will be provided.
S15:421 : Plastic Pirates Pilfer Perilous Powder
Saturday, 3:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-82
GM: Geoff Graff & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Age of Piracy, Scale: 40mm, Rules: Plastic Pirates
Description: The Little Lego Looters have heard there is a new shipment of
gunpowder in the town. We KNOW what they are going to do. But what
other mischief can they find. Are you a Perfidious Pirate, a Steadfast
soldier, or a Terrific Townsperson? A game for those of the younger set.
Reading would be helpful.
S15:294 : Rescue Lt. Sharke from the Place of Blood –
Flintloque Universe
Saturday, 3:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Commonwealth: CW-16
GM: Douglas Austin & Mark's Game Room
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Napoleonic, Scale: 30mm, Rules: Dragon Rampant
Description: Britain's Duke of Wheeling-Turn and Lt. Sharke have been
kidnapped in Flintloque's Middle East universe by forces from the
Otterman Empire and their Undead allies. Worse, the captives face ritual
execution at the stroke of midnight at The Place of Blood! Effective
interrogation of wounded Otterman kidnappers abandoned to their fate
has tipped off the British in time to send a rescue party. Will the hostages
be rescued alive or meet their doom on the altar? Come and find out!
S16:388 : Historicon Deathrace 2023
Saturday, 4:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-31
GM: Michael Colton
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Future, Scale: Other, Rules: Gaslands Refuelled
Description: Through the shimmering haze of the broken, steaming
asphalt, we see our steel-eyed competitors lined up, with engines rattling
and teeth gritted, waiting for the checker flag to wave in the start of the
Summer 2023 racing season. Ages 13 and up. Minimal experience
required. Rules will be taught at the game
S16:500 : Teaching Game: Teachers Program
Saturday, 4:00 PM, 2 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: James Stanton & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games, Prize: Figures
Period: Other, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Trench Wars
Description: Teacher Program: 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 a game to see
what it's all about and ask questions.
WAR COLLEGE - “Weapons of the Herero War (German South West Africa,
1904)”
Saturday, 4:00PM, 1 hr, Speaker: Roy Jones
Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Historical, Period: Colonial
Description: The 1904 war pitted rifle-armed Hereros, armed with
Mauser 88s and expertly concealed via smokeless powder, against
German infantry, machine guns, and cannon. The combat ranged in
scale from big battles with thousands of Hereros against hundreds of
Germans, with Mausers, Martini-Henrys, Maxims, Krupp guns, and
autocannon spewing explosive shells, down to individual hand-to-hand
combat pitting German rifle butt against Herero "kirri" war club. This
talk focuses on the weapons of the Herero War.
WAR COLLEGE - “1932 Battle of Shanghai”
Saturday, 5:00 PM Speaker: Ching Chin, Location: Montgomery House - 3rd Floor
Type of Talk: Historical, Period: Inter-War
Description: The Battle of Shanghai in 1932 was a small battle in China
which could have stopped World War 2. This lecture is also a preview of
a Battle of Shanghai wargame for a future HMGS convention.
S18:487 : Aliens vs Colonial Marines
Saturday, 6:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 7, Location: Commonwealth: CW-84
GM: Harry Kogelschatz & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 152mm, Rules: Home Rules
Description: Hadley's Hope, the Weyland-Yutani terraforming colony on
LV426 has gone silent. Join an elite squad of marines aboard the USS
Sulacco to investigate this loss of communication.
S19:251 : Like Rats in a Trap
Saturday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Heritage: HR-41
GM: Troy Nowak
Sponsor: Your Hobby Place, Prize: None
Period: SciFi, Scale: 25mm, Rules: West End Games Star Wars Miniatures
Battles
Description: Alliance forces received information that a large Imperial
arms shipment is being assembled in a commercial hanger on Tatooine.
Capture the weapons to help restore the Republic or secure the hanger
and defeat the rebel scum. Learn basic game mechanics playing this
official introductory scenario for West End Games Star Wars Miniatures
Battles using vintage 25mm miniatures; kids under 14 are welcome with a
playing adult. No food at the table.
S19:248 : Owiumbo: Vengeance of the Hereros (German South
West Africa, 1904)
Saturday, 7:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 6, Location: Commonwealth: CW-12
GM: Roy Jones
Sponsor: Recreational Conflict, Prize: None
Period: Colonial, Scale: 25mm, Rules: The Sword and the Flame (Modified)
Description: In the thick thorn bushes of Owiumbo, Hereros equipped
with Mausers and smokeless powder have assembled a huge army. The
Herero mission: ambush, outflank, and encircle the outnumbered German
Main Field Force and then destroy it with close-range rifle fire! The
German mission: push the German column forward, get in the Hereros
faces, and shut down the Herero reinforcement machine with bullet,
cannon, and bayonet!
S20:496 : Gnome Wars: The Assault on Fort Lockhart -
September 12, 1897
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 3 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Independence: IN-2
GM: James Stanton & HMGS Next Gen
Sponsor: Brigade Games, Prize: Gnomes!
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Gnome Wars
Description: Sikhs and British on the Northwest Frontier. The relief column
was due two days ago, supplies and ammunition are running low. A dust
cloud on the horizon brings hope, but it is the enemy. The remaining
ammunition is divided and letters to loved ones are written because the
defenders are doubtful that they will see another sunrise. Anyone bringing
a painted Gnomes at War unit from Brigade games does not have to
preregister.
S20:476 : Sort of Midnight Massacre Part 3 (Land) - Theme
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Heritage: HR-22
GM: Dave Reiners & Rogues
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: American Civil War, Scale: 15mm, Rules: BFF
Description: The original late night classic is back with a three (actually 4)
part game dedicated to one of our original GM's the late Gwen Reeves.
This midday version of the game will feature some of the "Madness" you
have come to expect from the & Rogues including the original Brigade Fire
and Fury Rules, the usual taunting and abuse from the GM's as players try
to do something with their armies, and lots of pushing lead and killing
things. Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of an "old school" Historicon game.
Pre-reg gets you an Elite Command.
S20:468 : Sort of Midnight Massacre Part 4 (Naval) - Theme
Saturday, 8:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 12, Location: Heritage: HR-12
GM: Scott Landis & Rogues
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: American Civil War, Scale: Other, Rules: BAPS Ironclad Description: The original late night classic is back with a three (actually 4)
part game dedicated to one of our original GM's the late Gwen Reeves.
This midday version of the game will feature some of the "Madness" you
have come to expect from the & Rogues including the original Brigade Fire
and Fury Rules, the usual taunting and abuse from the GM's as players try
to do something with their armies, and lots of pushing lead and killing
things. Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of an "old school" Historicon game.
Pre-reg gets you an Elite Command. As always, 2 drink Minimum ;o)
10:00 PM
S22:441 : Midnight Massacre - Prokhorovka/Kursk
Saturday, 10:00 PM, 4 hrs, Players: 24, Location: Commonwealth: CW-51
GM: Matt Fisher
Sponsor: Your Hobby Place, Prize: None
Period: World War II, Scale: 28mm, Rules: Bolt Action
Description: Come take part in the social event of the convention and
blow up some tanks in the largest tank battle of history! As part of the
Battle of Kursk, the Soviet 5th Guards Tank Army attacked the German II
SS-Panzer Corps. Over 900 tanks took part in the battle so take command
of a squad and crush your opponents. Two drink minimum for players and
lots of unique rules are in effect for some midnight madness! Adult Game.
SUNDAY
Z10:348 : The Isle of Dread
Sunday, 10:00 AM, 2 hrs, Players: 8, Location: Freedom A: FA-4
GM: Eric Schlegel & HAWKS
Sponsor: None, Prize: None
Period: Fantasy, Scale: 25mm, Rules: Blood & Swash (Fantasy)
Description: Rumors that an ancient red dragon has died in the far South
and that his horde is there for the taking, so every adventuring band
within 1000 miles headed for the Southern Ocean. Unfortunately, a
hurricane destroyed most of the flotilla and the survivors have become
shipwrecked on the Isle of Dread. Players under 13 welcome with a
playing adult.
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