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Post by Mike Lewis on Sept 8, 2017 14:13:23 GMT
I have talked through this idea with a couple of people recently but have been wondering about organising a 54mm based wargaming day sometime next year.
The idea would be a gaming day where people could come and play 54mm games - either bringing their own or joining in games that others put on and generally chat about and share ideas for wargaming with 54mm figures. I am thinking along the lines of the original Joy of Six organised by Baccus miniatures.
It would probably be in Woking because that is where I am based and it has very good road and rail connections.
Would there be any interest in this?
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Post by davel on Sept 8, 2017 17:27:37 GMT
Hi Mike. Not sure I could get to Woking myself (until I retire this time next year!!!!!), but I think it's a brilliant idea, not only so we could talk to fellow gamers and learn from them, but also members of this forum could make contact and make friends. We could see the people we're talking to on line.
So it gets my vote.
Having been to The Joy of Six, it would be great to promote 54mm gaming.
Thumbs up for Mike's idea.
Best Wishes Dave
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Post by spiritofethandune on Sept 8, 2017 20:07:18 GMT
Mike,
As you know I'm all for it!
Cheers
Anthony
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Post by aducknamedjoe on Sept 9, 2017 2:09:25 GMT
I definitely support this idea, though unfortunately being based in the U.S. would find it a little harder to make it to Woking.
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Post by briancarrick on Sept 11, 2017 7:57:06 GMT
Count me in too, and I'm sure Plastic Warrior magazine, also based in Working would support it.
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Post by davel on Sept 16, 2017 7:09:44 GMT
Hi Mike,
Any latest news about the 54mm convention next year yet?
Have you any idea about times, etc., or are things still at the planning stage?
A brilliant idea and one to look forward to.
Best Wishes Dave
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Post by Mike Blake on Sept 16, 2017 8:00:25 GMT
Skirmish Wargames Collective would be very interested in such an event, even if it was in Woking. ;-) Have you made any progress Mike?
BYW can someone please enlighten me how I subscribe to a thread?
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Post by springinsfeld on Sept 16, 2017 17:58:44 GMT
I like the idea of a convention very much. Might give me the impetus to actually paint some more figures.
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Post by Mike Lewis on Sept 18, 2017 12:20:37 GMT
This is still very much at the planning stage - I'm having a look at possible rooms to hire and possible times of the year. I envisage the convention to be similar to a friend's birthday convention that he ran a couple of times with a small number of games that are designed for people to join in and play rather than any big demonstration games. That way people can try out other people's games and rules over the course of the day.
I want to start small and if people enjoy it them maybe grow it slightly...
Mike
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Post by davel on Sept 18, 2017 17:29:24 GMT
Good ideas Mike. Thanks for the idea. Look forward to your plans developing. Sounds like we're in for a good time.
Please keep us informed.
Best Wishes Dave
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Post by oldsilly on Sept 22, 2017 15:35:26 GMT
Great idea Mike, I'm in!
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Post by glynn on Oct 1, 2017 10:14:33 GMT
I'm in, will come from Italy just set the date all the best glynn
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Post by Mike Lewis on Nov 3, 2017 12:15:15 GMT
I have a provisional date of Saturday 10th March 2018 for this. it would be held in a room at Christ Church - the church right in the centre of Woking. There is plenty of parking in Woking (£11 for the day) and we can arrange people to drop stuff at the church before going on to park their car. Also lots of places to eat and Christchurch will give us 15% discount for lunch in their cafe (which is excellent - I eat there at least once a week).
Could people let me know if the date is possible for them? For costs - if I can get 20 people I think it'll be about £10 each for the room hire and tea/coffee.
thanks
Mike
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Post by davel on Nov 3, 2017 14:39:56 GMT
Hi Mike,
So far, Saturday 10th March next year is fine. I've put it on my calendar.
Best Wishes Dave
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Post by briancarrick on Nov 4, 2017 8:16:12 GMT
I should be good for this date, any idea how many games you will be able to get in the room?
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