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In lugnet.org.us.nelug, Joe Comeau writes:
> As mentioned earlier, this is a TL2 game utilizing magic. Each being
> utilizing SP, has an initial limit of 50 CP for the powers (once in battle,
> there's nothing to stop a unit from picking up a magic item which
> technically puts it over the 50 CP limit). Additionally, each army is
> allotted 1000 CP. The game is scheduled for Sunday, April 27.
Wow. This is one of the longest (and most entertaining) threads I've
noticed in the .nelug group. I honestly haven't read it all yet, so forgive
me if my questions are repeats... I will try to be brief...
1. Where do you guys play?
2. About how long is a game?
3. How hard is it for someone with BW-Rules-o-phobia to be involved?
4. Is it normal for a first-timer to be a mere spectator?
5. How does one keep track of different builder's contributions to the
display (so as to avoid someone leaving precious ABS behind)?
I ask all this, because one of these times I would like to check it out.
April 27th is a *big maybe* for me. My calendar tends to get filled about
six weeks in advance (unfortunately for these sorts of events). But, the
discussion about some things has my interest (okay, okay, mostly I just hope
to see some plague-cows). Also, if not for this event, perhaps another, but
I do have a handful of siege weapons built that might be of use (six
trebuchets, a dozen ballistae (sp?), and a few other odd little things (all
at mini-fig scale of course, and no they don't actually fire, but look cool,
IMO).
Anyhoo, I thought I'd ask and comment rather than sit out here in the
forgotten west and not say anything. :D
-Hendo
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In lugnet.org.us.nelug, John P. Henderson writes:
> In lugnet.org.us.nelug, Joe Comeau writes:
> > As mentioned earlier, this is a TL2 game utilizing magic. Each being
> > utilizing SP, has an initial limit of 50 CP for the powers (once in battle,
> > there's nothing to stop a unit from picking up a magic item which
> > technically puts it over the 50 CP limit). Additionally, each army is
> > allotted 1000 CP. The game is scheduled for Sunday, April 27.
>
> Wow. This is one of the longest (and most entertaining) threads I've
> noticed in the .nelug group. I honestly haven't read it all yet, so forgive
> me if my questions are repeats... I will try to be brief...
Hi Hendo! Glad you asked...
> 1. Where do you guys play?
It varies, but the last handful of games have been at Jonathan's (Arllington).
> 2. About how long is a game?
That varies too...anywhere from 5 hours to way more than 5 hours. That
includes setup time which usually takes an hour or so. It also includes
waiting around for me to show up :)
> 3. How hard is it for someone with BW-Rules-o-phobia to be involved?
Not hard at all...watching a game is usually a good place to start and then
team up with an experienced player.
> 4. Is it normal for a first-timer to be a mere spectator?
Totally.
> 5. How does one keep track of different builder's contributions to the
> display (so as to avoid someone leaving precious ABS behind)?
Hmm...it's never been a problem. Buildings and what not are easily
identifyable and all the figs usually are too. But if there is some concern
about the figs, the handy stick-a-piece-of-paper-in-the-torso trick usually
works.
> I ask all this, because one of these times I would like to check it out.
> April 27th is a *big maybe* for me. My calendar tends to get filled about
> six weeks in advance (unfortunately for these sorts of events). But, the
> discussion about some things has my interest (okay, okay, mostly I just hope
> to see some plague-cows). Also, if not for this event, perhaps another, but
> I do have a handful of siege weapons built that might be of use (six
> trebuchets, a dozen ballistae (sp?), and a few other odd little things (all
> at mini-fig scale of course, and no they don't actually fire, but look cool,
> IMO).
I'd love to see them. If you can make it, that'd be great!
> Anyhoo, I thought I'd ask and comment rather than sit out here in the
> forgotten west and not say anything. :D
>
> -Hendo
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I figured I'd throw in some answers too, though they are mostly identical to
Joe's.
In lugnet.org.us.nelug, John P. Henderson writes:
>
> Wow. This is one of the longest (and most entertaining) threads I've
> noticed in the .nelug group. I honestly haven't read it all yet, so forgive
> me if my questions are repeats... I will try to be brief...
>
> 1. Where do you guys play?
Where *don't we play! Though, like Joe said, this time it looks like we'll be
playing at Jonathan's spacious digs in Arlington, Mass.
> 2. About how long is a game?
We usually try to get there around 10:00-11:00 in the morning ... and it's
unusual for us to leave before 6 or so. Keep in mind, if you can't commit to
the whole day we'd love to have you stop by for part of it!
> 3. How hard is it for someone with BW-Rules-o-phobia to be involved?
It isn't difficult at all. Typically, there are two or three really really
sick individuals who like to quote chapter, section, article, and verse from
the massive Brickwars tome. They are then counterbalanced by several veteran
players, who are familiar with the rules. And we often have one or two
first-timers ... what this means is that there is more than enough experience
around the table, that even someone from the 1920s can pick up some troops and
start playing. People are always more than willing to help out; keep in mind
though, Brikwars takes only about 10 minutes to master the basics (and 10
lifetimes to master the nuances). After a single turn or two, even newcomers
are pretty much acting autonomously.
Another option is for a newcomer to take control of only a few characters.
Just diving in really is the best way to start playing though.
> 4. Is it normal for a first-timer to be a mere spectator?
It's been done. Typically, they are ridiculed and called "weak" and
"cowardly". Actually, that's not true ... many games have had spectators, and
they always seem to enjoy themselves as well. After all, when all is said and
done it's still a room full of people who love talking LEGO.
> 5. How does one keep track of different builder's contributions to the
> display (so as to avoid someone leaving precious ABS behind)?
Joe covered this really well - we all remember the big things we brought, and
the troops are usually pretty easy to distinguish. For example, I think my
whole army, with only a few notable exceptions, are all dressed in the same
motif - black helmet, blue torso, black legs (blue waist, black arms ...).
Teams often try to coordinate their outfits, so as to stun their opponents with
matching colors and perfect accessories. Also, as Joe mentioned, we've been
known to stuff colored flecks of paper in torsos. I'd say the most confusing
part can be dropped weapons and body parts, but those are usually few and far
between, and can be recovered during cleanup.
> I ask all this, because one of these times I would like to check it out.
> April 27th is a *big maybe* for me. My calendar tends to get filled about
> six weeks in advance (unfortunately for these sorts of events). But, the
> discussion about some things has my interest (okay, okay, mostly I just hope
> to see some plague-cows). Also, if not for this event, perhaps another, but
> I do have a handful of siege weapons built that might be of use (six
> trebuchets, a dozen ballistae (sp?), and a few other odd little things (all
> at mini-fig scale of course, and no they don't actually fire, but look cool,
> IMO).
Cool! Any chance we can check out some pictures? In any case, hopefully you
can make it. We may sound uber-serious about this, but the goal really is to
have a great time, and come up with impressive feats of ABS mayhem.
-s
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On Tue, Apr 08, 2003 at 01:01:04PM +0000, Shaun Sullivan wrote:
> ... For example, I think my whole army, with only a few notable
> exceptions, are all dressed in the same motif - black helmet, blue
> torso, black legs (blue waist, black arms ...).
oooh - spies, here we come :)
--
Dan Boger
dan@peeron.com
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I'm a recent importee to this part of the world and am looking to meet some
fellow brickheads. Please add me to the list of spectators (participant
wannabees but its probably too late for that) who would like to drop by but
requires knowledge of where to go.
Brikwars has not yet made it to Ottawa. I need some exposure so I can take
it back there :-)
Doug
ParLUGment member #7
In lugnet.org.us.nelug, Shaun Sullivan writes:
> In lugnet.org.us.nelug, John P. Henderson writes:
snip
> > 4. Is it normal for a first-timer to be a mere spectator?
>
> It's been done. Typically, they are ridiculed and called "weak" and
> "cowardly". Actually, that's not true ... many games have had spectators, and
> they always seem to enjoy themselves as well. After all, when all is said and
> done it's still a room full of people who love talking LEGO.
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