Chicagoland Heroscaping

[GaryLASQ]

ANNOUNCEMENT 2011-09-25: Unfortunately I lost the location for these events. My brother and I are no longer able to host at his house. I have moved my Heroscape collection to my house, but I do not have the kind of space he did to host an event.

I very much enjoyed hosting these events and meeting so many great people (and players) over the years. Lots of great memories...

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These were reoccurring Heroscape gaming events in the Chicago suburb of Hoffman Estates. The plan was to meet every Month on a Sunday.

To network with other players in the area, check out the Chicagoland Scapers Index (http://heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=16455) thread.


=== Next Event ==================================

When: 20??-??-??, Sunday 1pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=hoffman+estates,+il&ie=UTF8&om=1&z=12&iwloc=addr) (address will be PMed a couple days in advance)

Players (yes or maybe)
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG

What to bring:
A couple of pre-made armies depending on what maps are used. Still deciding...
$5 if you would like to stick around past 6pm for pizzaMaps/Scenarios:
Maps to be determined=== Event History ==================================

When: 2010-01-24
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, Kevin, Andrew, GuyGG, land.scape, Colin, Hahma, Jexik, EternalThanos86
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=997773#post997773) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2009-10-04
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, Kevin*, GuyGG, Hahma, jdtenor, Jexik

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When: 2009-07-19
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Jexik, EternalThanos86, Windy_City_Hawk, jdtenor, Bill*, spider_poison, Clarissimus, Jeff*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=876079#post876079) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2009-04-19
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, Stephanie*, Clarissimus

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When: 2009-03-22
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, tokomi, galvornman, Jexik, Clarissimus, Jeff*, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, Stephanie*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=24117%3Cbr%20/%3E) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2009-02-22
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Windy_City_Hawk, galvornman, Clarissimus, Jexik
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=23731) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2009-01-18
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, EternalThanos86, Jexik, Worldturtle, Clarissimus, Jeff*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=23185) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2008-12-14
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Jexik, Hahma, jdtenor, Ryan*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=728135) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2008-11-16
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Clarissimus, Jexik, EternalThanos86
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=22222) for pics, stats and comments.

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When: 2008-08-03
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Clarissimus, GuyGG , jdtenor , Jexik , Windy_City_Hawk , Xaqery, David*, James*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=639407) for battle reports.

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When: 2008-07-13
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, GuyGG, Hahma, jdtenor, tokomi, Jexik, Windy_City_Hawk
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=20112) for battle reports and pics.

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When: 2007-12-30 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, John*, chuynn, Flynn*, Stacey*, Jexik, Worldturtle, Kaboomboomboom, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, Casey*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=479057#510648) for pics.

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When: 2007-11-18 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Hahma, chuynn, Stacey*, Flynn*, Nev the Deranged

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When: 2007-07-22 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, teekay and nephew, chuynn, Stacey*, Flynn*, langfordrocks
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=309221#335202) for pics.

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When: 2007-07-14 Saturday, 1pm
Where: Rockton, IL (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=rockton,+il&ie=UTF8&z=14&iwloc=addr&om=1) (address will be PMed a couple days in advance)
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, Joah, langfordrocks, GuyGG

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When: 2007-03-11 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, jdtenor, John*
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=216803#236924)for Battle Report and pictures.

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When: 2007-02-11 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, nevthederanged
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=6475&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=)for Battle Report and pictures.

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When: 2007-01-14 Sunday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Chuynn, Stacey*, Flynn*, Shedim Kabal, Sam*, Hahma
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=5746&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=)for Battle Report and pictures.

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When: 2006-12-30 Saturday, 2pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, Ted_Danson
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=5360&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=) for Battle Report and pictures.

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When: 2006-12-02 Saturday, 4pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, teekay, Hahma
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=4494&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=) for Battle Report and pictures.

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When: 2006-11-18 Saturday, 4pm
Where: Hoffman Estates, IL
Players: GaryLASQ, TheGreenKnight, GuyGG, langfordrocks, legoboy, tokomi
Click HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=4162&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=)for Battle Report and pictures.

[spider_poison]

I go to school at the U of Iowa (about 3.5 hours away), so I'd definitely be interested in going there a time or two. I'd probably be able to bring a couple people with me too. Would you be holding these things in Chicago proper?

[netherspirit]

I go to school at the U of Iowa (about 3.5 hours away), so I'd definitely be interested in going there a time or two. I'd probably be able to bring a couple people with me too. Would you be holding these things in Chicago proper?

Be sure to let me know if you are going, so I can prepare for the butt-whooping I would receive. ;)

[GaryLASQ]

I go to school at the U of Iowa (about 3.5 hours away), so I'd definitely be interested in going there a time or two. I'd probably be able to bring a couple people with me too. Would you be holding these things in Chicago proper?
Be sure to let me know if you are going, so I can prepare for the butt-whooping I would receive. ;)
ain't that the truth! although it would be an honor to battle with the champ.

spider_poison, by "proper" do you mean "by the book" without a lot of house rules? if so, the answer is yes. the only house rule i like is using the X order marker as a wildcard instead of a bluff. but i can live without it.

if you mean "tournament", i'd like to first get a regular meetup going of Heroscaping just for fun. then work in some tournaments. what this sort-of means is i'm looking more towards the local players. but if people from further away want to trek to Chicagoland and join in once in a while, that's cool too.

[netherspirit]

That's the same weekend as Chitag, so I might be up that way anyways.

You can count me as a most likely.

[GaryLASQ]

cool. it's like a 10min drive from the convention center in Schaumburg to my brother's house in Hoff Est.

[spider_poison]

By "Chicago proper" I was asking if it was actually in Chicago or in a suburb...but I see that's been answered. I won't know if I'll be able to make it any of the days you guys have these things until just before the actual time...so don't count me in for sure on any days. I'll keep an eye out on this thread and see what I can do though.

[Joah]

If you can ever do it earlier in the day, please let me know.

[GaryLASQ]

the time of day is pretty flexible. i'm basically just trying to provide a location on a regular basis, for players in the area looking from a game. the 4pm to 9pm time slot is arbitrary for now.

tonight i'll PM those that were interested in the tourney that was cancelled and see who can make it on either 11/18 or 12/2. then i'll find out what time of day works best.

[Slade]

Ok, because I am a heroscape fool, I wouldnt mind going out with you all in Chicagoland either from Minneapolis which is a good distance, but would be fun sometime for a long weekend the other direction, and I would be glad to come out for some good old fashioned butt whippin on me.

[legoboy]

Hey, this sounds good to me. It doesn't always have to be hosted by you either. I don't have a big place, but wouldn't mind hosting once we get started. I'm on the south end of Cook County. I'll check with the GF tomorrow and see what we're doing that weekend.

[GaryLASQ]

Hey, this sounds good to me. It doesn't always have to be hosted by you either. I don't have a big place, but wouldn't mind hosting once we get started.

good deal legoboy. i like the idea of moving the location around. the goal here is having someone in the area hosting every other week. and we can use this thread to announce 'em.

until the Event system is sorted out i'll just keep track of everything in the first post. so, i can host the first two meetups on 11/18 and 12/2. the thing to be determined is time of day.

[netherspirit]

oogiezone and I are about 99% there. We just need to figure out something to do with the Dog and finalize our plans for the weekend.

We will be going to Chitag early in the day to check out whats there, play some Rio Grande Games and then head over, we might be a little late. If Chitag sucks (which I have heard it does), we will be at 4.

If there is interest in playing other games, I have quite a few that I could bring. I can give a list, if there is an interest in me bringing something.

[GaryLASQ]

Ok, because I am a heroscape fool, I wouldnt mind going out with you all in Chicagoland either from Minneapolis which is a good distance, but would be fun sometime for a long weekend the other direction, and I would be glad to come out for some good old fashioned butt whippin on me.
hey Slade, let me know which event you would like to attend. (see first post)

[DarkSpade]

Sadly, I'll be out for while. This time of year it's hard to get time off, and i'm (hopefully) starting a new job early in the new year.

[langfordrocks]

The idea of meeting regularly sounds good to me. I can make the 11/18 date and I will know shortly about 12/2, but most likely available then as well.

[GaryLASQ]

cool. first post has been updated. see you Saturday.

[legoboy]

Gary, change me to definitely. This time it will just be me and my 520 point army.

BTW, how did you come up with 520 points?

[josh-n-papa]

AAAAARRRRRRGGGGH!

Dang!I couldn't make the last one and now I can't make either one of these!!!!!!

Big "Atta-Boy" to you Gary for trying to get a more regular gathering going.Although I doubt I will ever make "regular" status, it will provide more opportunities.We may not be one of the biggest,but we are one of the oldest.

I was really hoping to make the 11-18 date and get to meet Nether and get to see his customs too.

[GaryLASQ]

BTW, how did you come up with 520 points?i've sort of settled in on it. you can get some decent synergy going with adequate multiples on commons. and it's not so high that games last too long. (with no more than 4 players on the same map.)

[GaryLASQ]

*bump*

this is the last call for Heroscaping in Chicagoland on Saturday.

i'll PM directions tonight and start thinking about what map(s) to use. stay tuned...

[tokomi]

sorry, its been hectic, i would love to attend the 11/18..count me in.

[GaryLASQ]

awesome. we were in need of an 8th player to round things out. :)

first post has been updated. tokomi, check your inbox for directions to my brother's house. see you Saturday.

[GaryLASQ]

haven't had a chance to work out the maps yet. since we'll have eight players i figure 2 maps with 4 players per map. everyone for themselves.

i'm thinking about placing a small neutral castle (one castle set) in the middle of each map. but i'm not sure about this. sorry i don't have the maps nailed down yet.

btw, bring some $ for pizza. see you at 4pm-ish.

[GaryLASQ]

last night's event has been moved to history.

2006-12-16 is active and ready for attendee sign up. if interested, post your attendance status (yes or maybe) on this thread or just PM it to me.

[jdtenor]

Sorry Gary
Looks like I'll miss both, almost out of the holiday season :duh:

[GaryLASQ]

no problem JD. i guess the holiday season is less of a holiday for some...

so the theme for last time ended up being "Symmetrical Surprise". if you were there you know what i mean by this.

for this Saturday (12/2) i was thinking maybe the theme could be "Hasbro Draft". we use 3 or 4 Hasbro maps/scenarios and do drafting instead of pre-made armies. (was inspired by the podcast that talked about "Drafting - The Lost Art Form".) how does this sound?

for 12/16 i would like to put Modular Maps into action. more on that later...

[GaryLASQ]

*bump*

[Hahma]

no problem JD. i guess the holiday season is less of a holiday for some...

so the theme for last time ended up being "Symmetrical Surprise". if you were there you know what i mean by this.

for this Saturday (12/2) i was thinking maybe the theme could be "Hasbro Draft". we use 3 or 4 Hasbro maps/scenarios and do drafting instead of pre-made armies. (was inspired by the podcast that talked about "Drafting - The Lost Art Form".) how does this sound?

for 12/16 i would like to put Modular Maps into action. more on that later...

Sounds cool Gary, I'm easy. I'm used to only drafting anyways. You pro's up north will have to be kind to a newbie :D

Oh yeah, I'll have to bring my wave six guys figs :wink:

[GaryLASQ]

Oh yeah, I'll have to bring my wave six guys figs :wink:i've been poking around the Hasbro site looking for wave 6 stats so we could proxy them this Saturday. :)

so Hahma, are you a "yes" for this Saturday?

[Hahma]

Oh yeah, I'll have to bring my wave six guys figs :wink:i've been poking around the Hasbro site looking for wave 6 stats so we could proxy them this Saturday. :)

so Hahma, are you a "yes" for this Saturday?

Sure, what the heck. I might as well embarrass myself outside my usual Heroscape group. You'll have to PM me that address again and maybe a phone # in case I get lost. I worked in Lisle a month or so ago, so I have an idea of how to get up there, Hoffman Estates looks to be north a bit off 355 or thereabouts.

I saw your pix of wave 6, they look cool. Good work.

[GaryLASQ]

cool. first post has been updated. Hahma, check your inbox.

[Slade]

well darn it, but it looks like I have kids the weekend of 16-17 Dec, and from that point on every two weeks I have them, so if you are gonna run something the opposite weekends would work better for me. IE...

20-21 January weekend open
3-4 February weekend open

that's what I have got so far for the Chicago road trip bender!

[GaryLASQ]

there's a good chance the every-other-weekend schedule will get out of sync occasionally, based on participation and my ability to attend. so i'll keep these dates in mind.

interestingly, someone else has a similar situation but he has the kids every-other week on the weekends in between the weekends of this ongoing event.

[GaryLASQ]

Hasbro battlefields/scenarios have been selected. check the first post on page one.

[GaryLASQ]

final call for this Saturday.

[tokomi]

December has gone from empty to packed. I should be able to make the last date in december. The maps chosen for saturday look like a blast to play on.

[GaryLASQ]

yeah, the Melee scenario on the Wellspring of Obsession map is a lot of fun and great for drafting, especially since there are no start zones.

[GaryLASQ]

2006-12-02 is history. next two events are in the first post on page one...

[Nev the Deranged]

The 16th and 30th I have other obligations, but I'll keep an ear out for future events. Isn't 4pm a little late to start? Haven't we learned our lesson about that yet? Heh.

Heading out to look for FBs & W6 now! Wish me luck!

[GaryLASQ]

hello Nev "Namer of Mittens". good luck on the hunt. PM me if you find some wave 6 in the area before posting about it in the forum :)

the 4pm is arbitrary. high noon could work as well (i think)...

[Hahma]

I also can't make the 16th and 30th. But will definitely try to make it again sometime in January.

I ordered a couple sets of wave six from House Mouse, so hopefully I'll have it by Christmas.

I'll probably get some more of the archers, kyrie and orcs once they hit the stores.

[Joah]

Gary, I checked with the "Better 1/2" and the 16th could work. However, an early start would work best.
Is one or two possible? (have to be back before 10.)

It looks like the 30th won't work out at all though, and that stinks. :(

[GaryLASQ]

1pm is doable. but so far, attendance is looking slim for 12/16. it's still early though...

[DarkSpade]

16th and 30th are maybe's for me. Depends on if I can spare the gas since money got REAL tight this month.

[jdtenor]

I'm in for the 16th if you get enough players.

[GaryLASQ]

excellent JD. let me know if you can bring a player or two from your group with you.

let's shoot for 1:30 this time. the earliest i can leave Bartlett is 1pm and it's a 20min ride to Hoffman for me. as long as i get everything setup on Friday night then this should work out fine.

I'll probably get some more of the archers, kyrie and orcs once they hit the stores.just saw 2 full sets of wave 1 the other day. PM on the way...

[jdtenor]

I'll let them know

[GaryLASQ]

bad news for 12/16. my boys are in Kyuki-Do and have white/yellow belt testing this Saturday afternoon. no telling how long it will last.

Joah, jdtenor, Darkspade and anyone else wanting to play, how does this Sunday sound instead?

for the next meetup (be it this Sunday or on 12/30) i was thinking about using 3 or 4 maps done by the same person. i really like the ones by Kahrma that are in the downloads section.

here are the ones i'm considering:

Spring Thaw [PDF (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?ACT=dl&id=276&symid=282)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Spring_Thaw.JPG

Cerulean Pools [PDF (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?ACT=dl&id=118&symid=121)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Cerulean_Pools_1.JPG

Gate to Borg Dalr [PDF (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?ACT=dl&id=119&symid=122)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Borg_Dalr_1.JPG

Ternion Shelf [PDF (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?ACT=dl&id=121&symid=124)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Ternion_Shelf_1.JPG

[Kahrma]

Holy crap! Thanks! If you do get to play any of these some weekend, I'd love to hear what everyone thinks. Thanks again for the interest!

[jdtenor]

Sorry I can't make the 12/30 game, hopefully next one :noskull:

[GaryLASQ]

hope everyone had a nice Christmas.

time to give this thread a bump and check the interest level for this Saturday (12/30). last chance for some Chicagoland Heroscaping in 2006!!

here are the maps created by Kahrma that i have put together and are ready and waiting in the Heroscape Room at my brother's house...
http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122604.jpg

http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122605.jpg

and some more pics of the larger map with the Kyries posed on it...
http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122601.jpg

http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122602.jpg

http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122603.jpg

my son and i just finished a couple of games on the map with the bridge in the center.
http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122606.jpg

http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122607.jpg

http://www.glasq.com/gary/heroscape/online/20061226/2006122608.jpg
man, i can see why the Einar Imperium are worth 140 points!!

so who's in? so far we are up to about 6 players. if we exceed 8 i'll have to ask for some terrain help. there's plenty of room for more players at the Heroscape House in Hoffman Estates :thumbsup:.

check the first post of this thread for what to bring. [click here (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=3912&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0)]

[Joah]

Shoot!
Cannot do the 30th, as I already mentioned.

When is the first gathering of '07?

Kahrma's maps look great!
Nice work K.

[jdtenor]

sorry can't make it :cry:

[GaryLASQ]

When is the first gathering of '07?for now i'm thinking 1/13 (two weeks from this Saturday). let me know if the weekend before (1/6) or after (1/20) works better for you. i know 1/20 is better for Slade.

maybe we should do 1/6 here in Chicagoland and do 1/20 at my parent's house in Rockton, IL again. this would shave off over an hour of drive time for you and Slade on 1/20.

[Hahma]

I'm open for one weekend in Jan, the rest is dedicated to rehabbing mother in-law's old house. Doesn't matter which weekend, but I don't think I'd make the Rockton one, kind of far.

[GaryLASQ]

:boring:

[GaryLASQ]

:boring: last call for tomorrow afternoon at around 2pm. there's plenty of room for more players (especially now since my brother cleared off some more floor space in his house :thumbsup:)

[GaryLASQ]

Saturday's game day was a light turnout (four players) but we had a "mini tourney" and GuyGG came out of the looser's bracket to win the championship. :)

i'll have pictures and a battle report in the next couple of days (when my website is working again.)

there were a couple interesting things to mention. for example, did you know Syvarris is a good counter for a Raelin backed Q9 ?? (right TD and GuyGG? :) ) or that the Tagawa Samurai can take down 7 Einar Imperium figures?

BTW, i have a conflict with Saturday 1/13 so for now i've moved then next meetup to Sunday 1/14.

[Shedim Kabal]

2007-01-14 Sunday 2pm works for me and mine.

[GaryLASQ]

2007-01-14 Sunday 2pm works for me and mine.
excellent Shedim. i've updated the first post.

[Hahma]

I plan on coming Gary.

[GaryLASQ]

I plan on coming Gary.cool beans. i've updated the first post.

btw, as host i may have to switch this reoccurring event from SATurdays to SUNdays. my son's indoor soccer season has started up and they play on saturdays.

[Parduz]

You're a bit too far, guys, or i will be there with some "original" pizza :)

[GaryLASQ]

if Chicago wins its bid for the 2016 Olympics, you might have a decent excuse to join us 10 years from now. :)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_2016_Olympic_bid

[Shedim Kabal]

I don't know if Daley's ego could handle that.

[GaryLASQ]

i haven't had much time to think about maps for this Sunday. Kahrma's maps are fun to play on and since the Bridge map and Shelf map are still set up in my Heroscape Room, i'd like to give them another go. i don't think Spencer or Guy will mind using them again.

except instead of Spring Thaw i'd like to suggest Cerulean Pools be a third map choice - gives me an excuse to buy that second EOV Master set :).

also, i'd like to put a couple Glyphs on both the Bridge and Shelf maps (i'll display them sometime tomorrow). we can try out the Glyphs that Kahrma has already put on the Pools map.

everyone should still plan on bringing two different pre-made 520 point armies. we could also do drafting. i'm thinking about using the Shelf map as a possible team game (2 on 2) with drafting (using my collection so no need to bring extra figures for the draft). the Shelf map has room for doubling the start zone at both ends.

so here they are again.

Cerulean Pools [Download (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=121)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Cerulean_Pools_1.JPG

Gate to Borg Dalr [Download (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=122)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Borg_Dalr_1.JPG

Ternion Shelf [Download (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=124)]
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Ternion_Shelf_1.JPG

[Shedim Kabal]

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[legoboy]

I thought I'd pop in. I haven't forgotten you guys, its just been busy. I hope to make it back up in February. I know I won't be able to before then.

[GaryLASQ]

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hmm. looks like a new thing was added to the download section for preventing someone from linking directly to a file.

i changed the [PDF] links above to [Download] instead so it links to the download page that has a link to the PDF.

it should work now...

[GaryLASQ]

*bump*

final call for this Sunday. only have room for 1 or 2 more players.

[GaryLASQ]

last Sunday's event is history. next up -- 1/28 Sunday.

two weekends from 1/28 (which is 2/10 and 2/11) i'll be out of town. so i'm pushing this one to Sunday 2/18.

[Shedim Kabal]

I'm open for Sunday with at least one (up to three) others.

[GaryLASQ]

I'm open for Sunday with at least one (up to three) others.great! you're on the list (first post updated).

[GaryLASQ]

for this weekend i'd like to drag out one of my old scenarios. it's called "Bring Me Some Orcs" and is played on my "Muspellgata" battlefield.

http://heroscape.glasq.com/maps/garylasq_map0200_muspellgata.gif
[PDF (http://heroscape.glasq.com/maps/garylasq_map0200_muspellgata.pdf)] of battlefield assembly. [Link (http://heroscape.glasq.com/maps/garylasq_map0201_muspellgata.htm)] to Scenario

it can be played by 2, 3, 4 or 5 players. i've played the 2 and 3 player versions a couple of times and the scenario seems to hold up well. i've done the 4 player version once but that was before i streamlined the rules.

it depends how many players show up this Sunday before we'll know how many will play on the Muspellgata map -- hopefully 5 players. we also need to decide who will be fighting for Utgar and who will be fighting against Utgar. plus if we get 5 on it i'm thinking the 2 players fighting against Utgar should get a bit more than 370 points each.

i'll have another map or two ready for other players that don't play the "Bring Me Some Orcs" scenario.

couple things about this scenario...

- there is one particular unique hero (who follows Utgar) that this scenario we designed around. see if you can figure out which one.

- also, note how teams are defined but the victory conditions assigns ultimate victory to only one player, and how victory points can go negative for destroying a friendly figure (yes, i know...i'm evil) :twisted:

[GaryLASQ]

:boring:

six players so far. there's room for about 4 more before i start asking for terrain assistance.

[GaryLASQ]

looks like tomorrow is a no-go. it also looks like i'll be in town after all on the weekend of 2/10,11. so i've made 2/11 the next event.

I thought I'd pop in. I haven't forgotten you guys, its just been busy. I hope to make it back up in February. I know I won't be able to before then.legoboy, how does 2/11 sound?

[GaryLASQ]

anyone up for some Heroscaping this weekend? (Saturday or Sunday?)

post here with "yes" or "maybe".

Kahrmas maps were fun. and my son, his friend and i got in a game on my Muspellgata map last week. but i would like to try some of the Modular Maps in my collection partly because i'd like to use some maps that are a bit flatter with a more open terrain for better mass squad movement.

i think we should stick with 520 to 580 per player. any opinions on this?

[Shedim Kabal]

You can put me down for two players, either day is fine.

[GaryLASQ]

great! (first post updated)

[GaryLASQ]

anyone else? day/time is still flexible for someone with a smaller window of opportunity.

[GaryLASQ]

we ended up with 6 players on 3 maps. the three maps were made using 10 modular maps.

a battle report thread and more about the use of modular maps will appear in a couple of days.

next event scheduled -- Sunday 2/25 (or Saturday 2/24 if that works out better for those wanting to attend.)

[GaryLASQ]

giving this thread an initial bump for some Heroscaping this weekend.

let me know if you're interested in attending and what your preference is for which day (Sat or Sun) and start time.

i'm thinking about using the same maps we used at the last event.
http://heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=198335#216683

[jdtenor]

Hey Gary
I would be intrested in 3/11 I can't get there till 4pm but start early. I got the Winners. :shock:

[GaryLASQ]

ok JD, no problem with the 4pm arrival. i'll update the first post.

[GaryLASQ]

anyone else up for some Heroscaping this Sunday afternoon?

i'd like to go with the modular map approach again. and if i can get to it, i'll see about making a couple more castle modules to go with the one i've made so far.

for more on the modules we've used lately, follow this link...
http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=198335#216683

[Shedim Kabal]

Two for 3/11

[Nev the Deranged]

Hey, what about me? I said I was up for the 11th two weeks ago =P

[GaryLASQ]

yes but you have to post in this thread to make it official :)

first post has been updated with everyone, putting us at 7. i'll see about finding one other player to make it an even 8. (although there will be 6 early on before JD shows.)

i whipped up another castle mop yesterday. not sure how or if we will use it but here it is.
http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007030901.jpg
http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007030902.jpg
it uses 0.5 of a master set, plus 1 road/forest set and 1 caste set. now to figure out what other mop(s) to hook up with it.

maybe this could be a good 3 player game - 2 against 1 with 1 player in the castle. all 3 players with 520 points.

edit: the gap in the battlements is because i used up all 50. there are 4 ladders, 3 are visible in this picture. i decided to take the 1 interior ladder that you don't see in this picture and placed it outside where that gap in the battlements is. you could consider it a back door so to speak, or a weak spot where a sieging army has breached the wall.

[Nev the Deranged]

Hey, what about me? I said I was up for the 11th two weeks ago =P

yeah, sorry I missed it, I went to bed at like 4am and slept for 12 hours. next time!

[K-Dark]

Hey guys, im new to the area and i was wondering how far away you guys play from Elgin?

[GaryLASQ]

hello K-Dark, welcome to Chicagoland.

i live in Bartlett, which is partially right next to South Elgin.

we've been getting together at my brother's house in Hoffman Estates. from Elgin you could just hop on Golf Rd and go east.

depending on where in Elgin you are it would only take around 15-20min.

[K-Dark]

i live just west of Elgin,south of Gilberts.

i dont have a car yet so it may be a wile before i can come out and play with you all.

[jdtenor]

Hey Gary
I may be able to join yall on 3/25, unfortunally I wont know till the last minute. But if all goes well i'll be there at 2 pm.

[GaryLASQ]

having some more fun with the modular map stuff. pics below are of a nice big map i'd like to try out. after this game day i'll give the modular map stuff a rest and look to maps done by other members on the fansite.

i'd like to do drafting this time (520 or 540 or so) where players place figures anywhere on the first 3 levels and not inside a castle. this is similar to the Hasbro Melee at the Wellspring of Obsession scenario. let's say that players can not place figures closer than 5 spaces to an opposing figure (and maybe a "no further away than X space from any opposing figure" rule). it might be free-for-all or maybe teams...not sure yet.

if we draft (with no dup cards between players) then my collection will be enough and nobody needs to bring anything. but it wouldn't hurt if players bring a couple of pre-made 520 point armies (and dice, markers) just to be safe.

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032301.gif

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032303.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032304.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032305.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032307.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/2007032306.jpg

[GaryLASQ]

welp, it was just me, Spencer and Guy for today's battle. the big modular map worked out very well by using the "no start zones" approach. and restricting placement so that no figure could start out closer than five spaces to an opposing figure also helped spread the action out.

one of the two castles saw plenty of action. the three of us each drafted 620 point armies and went at it free-for-all in a three player game. Spencer won with some amazing D20 rolling with his Shades taking control of my Brunak and Guy's Q9. it came down to just two figures left on the map, Spencer's Brunak (that he took from me) and Guy's Theracus, with Brunak being the last figure standing.

not going to give a big battle report this time but is was a good game. and a long game -- 5 hours.

[GaryLASQ]

Ok. After a 3 month hiatus, it's time to get Chicagoland Heroscaping rolling again back at my brother's house in Hoffman Estates.

Please, READ THE FIRST POST of this thread.

The current plan is to start on Sunday 7/8 and go every other weekend from there. I'm also planning on a game day at my parent's spacious location in Rockton, IL. Tentatively I have this scheduled for 7/14 or 7/15 OR it may end up being on 7/21 or 7/22 which would replace the event in Hoffman Estates for that weekend.

Let me know if you want to play by posting to this thread.
I'd be interested to know if Saturdays work better than Sundays for you.

[Ted_Danson]

Sounds good! I will not be able to make it on the 8th, but whatever the next hoffman date is I should be able to make it.

I myself am in th process of moving to a much bigger house, and may be able to host games as soon as August.

[GaryLASQ]

Being so close to the 4th of July, I'm not expecting much of a turn-out for 7/8.

I myself am in th process of moving to a much bigger house, and may be able to host games as soon as August.
Excellent. A change of scenery once in a while would be nice. :thumbsup:

[Nev the Deranged]

Hmm.. I'm busy the 8th, but I might be up for those other two. As usual, I won't know until the last minute =\

I'll letcha know closer to the time.

Thanks!

[teekay]

Gary, Sundays work better for me during the summer, however; July 7th, I'll be attending a convention that day (G-Fest 14 in Rosemont).

I've got the 22nd down on my calendar and would like to attend.

teekay

[GaryLASQ]

I've got the 22nd down on my calendar and would like to attend.
Hey teekay. I'll put your name on the list of attendees for this one. I didn't know you were a Godzilla fan.

Joah and I are looking to get something going up north (shorter drive for him) at my parent's place in Rockton. (We've done a couple HS events up there already.) It's not certain yet if this will be the 15th or 22nd.

I've pulled the 7/8 date.

[Nev the Deranged]

Dude. This is off topic, but I had to say something. Is that... Chief Engineer O'Brien... wearing a Konoha Village shinobi headband? :shock:

I'm so confused >.<

[GaryLASQ]

Dude. This is off topic, but I had to say something. Is that... Chief Engineer O'Brien... wearing a Konoha Village shinobi headband? :shock:
That it is Nev. My wife Keiko let me borrow her headband. It's a family heirloom given to her by her mother who still lives in Konoha, Kumamoto, Japan.

Actually, it's just me GaryLASQ doing a poor impersonation of Miles. When he squints it's always his right eye, not left.

[Hahnarama]

Dude. This is off topic, but I had to say something. Is that... Chief Engineer O'Brien... wearing a Konoha Village shinobi headband? :shock:

I'm so confused >.<

:gencon: baby!

[Nev the Deranged]

Wow. Is this a new metameme I'm not aware of? Or is it becoming one right now, and I was the catalyst...

I'm not buying the heirloom thing, but is your wife really from a place called Konoha?

I'm still confused >.<

[GaryLASQ]

We will be trying out the GenCon Tourney maps for the 7/14 event in Rockton. (see first post)

Anyone in the area going to GenCon who wants to confuse potential opponents can come to this Game Day with armies you do not plan on using at GenCon. :)

I can build as many as 6 of the GenCon maps if necessary.

Wave 7 will be at this event. According to the UPS Track on my HouseMouse order, it should be at my door on Wednesday 7/11 !!
:excited:

[Joah]

I can bring a map If you need me too. How much Marvel and 7even is on your way?

[GaryLASQ]

1 of each unique and 3 of each common (8 packs). Plus 1 box of Marvel.

When Gamer's Paradise gets their shipment, I'll grab a second copy of each unique, 2 more of each common and another copy of Marvel from them.

That's my usual grab, 2 of anything unique and 5 of anything common.

I'll continue the trend of getting 50% or more from HouseMouse and the rest from GP from this point forward. Winning that $50 Gift Certificate during the Birthday Giveaway has turned me into a regular customer. :)

[teekay]

When Gamer's Paradise gets their shipment, I'll grab a second copy of each unique, 2 more of each common and another copy of Marvel from them.

No wonder I can never find them there! Gary, at least leave me a TRU or Walmart! :wink:

[GaryLASQ]

When the new stuff comes out I go into stakeout mode on the GP at Stratford Square in Bloomingdale. If you couldn't find any Wave 6 there last Christmas, that would have been my fault since I cleaned them out on the same day they put them on the shelf.

You can have stupid old TRU and Walmart. I can't wait that long. :)

Speaking of Wave 6, there is plenty of it (as of a week ago) at the Walmart in Schaumburg on Nerge & Meacham.

[chuynn]

Gary,

We (Wife, Son & me) will all be at your event on Sun. 7/22.

If you could please PM you Bro. address as I have no longer have it.

Which of the Aaryglynn battles scenarios (AF1 or AF2) ?

We are going to try to find a Mavelscape, my son would like to know if we find one if it would be OK to bring it to try it out?

[GaryLASQ]

We are going to try to find a Mavelscape, my son would like to know if we find one if it would be OK to bring it to try it out?
That would be more than cool. I've already grabbed a MarvelScape myself from Gamer's Paradise. Unfortunately, GP marked it up five dollors to $35.

I'll have two Aaryglynn maps built, so we could do both scenarios at the same time. That should cover it unless we get more than 8 players. If Nev shows that would be 9 already. I'll have a smaller map on the side put together.

[teekay]

You can have stupid old TRU and Walmart. I can't wait that long. :)
:lol: :P So the GPs have wave 7 in stock? (The ones you haven't hit?)

[GaryLASQ]

So the GPs have wave 7 in stock? (The ones you haven't hit?)
I picked up one Marvel set on Friday from the Bloomingdale location. Didn't see any Wave 7 though. I called Schaumburg (which usually gets the first big shipment since this store moves the most product of all the GPs) on Thursday and they said no Wave 7 yet.

[GaryLASQ]

Final call for any other players in the area willing to drive to Rockton, IL

We'll be using these Maps selected for GenCon (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=9511&start=0):
Location Seven, Highways and Dieways, Molten Ground, Spring Thaw, and Desolate Watch

400 point pre-made armies.

I'll bring Wave 7 with me and some Marvel for those wanting to try them out.

[Hahma]

Would love to make it to Rockton, but I have to work. Unfortunately I'll be working a lot of weekends this summer.

Have fun.

[GaryLASQ]

Back from the border. Another fun filled day of Heroscaping. No battle report thread this time but I do have 3 or 4 pictures I might put in this thread -- as long as the pics don't reveal too much info about what Joah, Spencer and I plan to bring to the Con. :)

Spencer told me a little bit about his first game against langfordrocks; which was a close game. Apparently, Spencer had both Nilfhiem and Isamu on his army. Using Kee-Mo-Shi, langfordrocks Mind Shackled Nilfheim away from Spencer. So Spencer ended up using Isamu to kill Nilfheim (which already had 2 wounds when Shackled). The slippery 10-point sucker Vanished 3 times and survived the game. :shock:

[Joah]

So Spencer ended up using Isamu to kill Nilfheim (which already had 2 wounds when Shackled). The slippery 10-point sucker Vanished 3 times and survived the game. :shock:

That wasn't the only "vanishing" Shield-Roller pulled off yesterday afternoon.
Did he tell you about our game upstairs?

Thanks again for hosting Gary. Good times, good times.

[GaryLASQ]

I hear his NorthWind Ninjas did some pretty good Disappearing.

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Hey, guys! I'm excited about these new Hasbro Scenarios. (http://www.hasbro.com/heroscape/pl/newsID.CF907638-D56F-E112-49E31A6E29E56207/page.news/dn/default.cfm)

I've got 1 Aaryglynn (http://www.hasbro.com/heroscape/Aaryglynn_battlefield1.pdf) built and waiting for this Sunday. I was going to build a second one but now I think I'll build a Valledonn (http://www.hasbro.com/heroscape/valledonn_master.pdf) and Bloodred River (http://www.hasbro.com/heroscape/bloodred_river_master.pdf) instead.

Not sure yet if we should go with pre-made armies or drafting. If we go pre-made, maybe we should make an attempt at deciding on which scenario and who will be Player 1, 2, etc ahead of time. If we go drafting, players will need to bring their whole collection. (Some borrowing of my collection is fine.)

[teekay]

Gary, I may be bringing my 12 year-old nephew if thats alright. Let me know.

Also, I have some of those tile mats from Cavalier. What to check them out?

[GaryLASQ]

Your nephew is definitely welcome. Chuynn's son and my son will be playing as well.

I have one of Cav's water mats. But if you have others besides water I'd be interested in seeing them.

What do you think about drafting versus pre-made? I'm thinking if we can coordinate this, maybe we could do pre-made and go as far as deciding on scenarios and who will be which player ahead of time. (To do this I will need to send out a few PMs tomorrow.)

[GaryLASQ]

I've decided against Valledonn. After looking over the scenarios I think I'll stick with the original plan of building two Aaryglynn (http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/20070722/Aaryglynn_battlefield1.pdf) maps. Plus I'll make a Bloodred River (http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/20070722/bloodred_river_master.pdf)
map. The "Treacherous Crossing" scenario for Bloodred looks simple enough for 2, 3 or 4 players.

[wrestlingking235]

I'd really liek to join you guys, but at 14, I can't drive and am not allowed to go to other people's homes. Maybe if you're still interested in 4 years I'll come.

[GaryLASQ]

I've given some thought to finding a more public location like a library. Some libraries in the area have "game nights".

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For this Sunday, we're leaning towards drafting. My own collection can handle at least one scenario, maybe even all three scenarios depending on who wants to draft what.

I have 2 of every unique (6 if RotV) and 5 of every common. (However, many of my 2nd-copy uniques are still in the blister pack.)

If you have a large collection and don't want to bring everything, just bring what you're most likely to draft just in case there is a drafting "conflict" within my collection.

[wrestlingking235]

Well I noticed you're in Bartlett, I live near there, have you ever considered asking the park district if you could use a room there?

[GaryLASQ]

They charge a fee (as does the Library). Usually around $40 for a couple of hours. But the Roselle Library (I think it is Roselle) has game nights where people bring different games and there's no fee. Not sure they have the table space for more than a couple HS battelfields, with all the other games being played.

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The Bloodred River map and two Aaryglynn maps are built, ready and waiting for players on Sunday. Max players per map is 4, so there's room for a couple more players.

[teekay]

Gary, which Aaryglynn scenario are you planning on running? Will it be both?

(To help speed up the draft, I'm trying to get a list of choices together.)

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Hasbro swears that Wall Walks and Roads are separate. The concensus of 'Scapers is that they are the same. Which way do you play?

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wrestlingking235, sorry to hear about your situation. You need to teach an older sibling or parent to play. :)
Gary's events have quite a diverse age range and are pretty family orientated.

[Hahnarama]

I built the Blood River for the kids this weekend. As you can see they had a pretty good time with it.

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x167/hahnarama/DSCF1588.jpg

[GaryLASQ]

Bloodred River looks fun to play. I built it for yesterday's event but only played the Aaryglynn map myself.

Those Aaryglynn scenarios are long games even with just 3 players. We did drafting which added about an extra 45 minutes. So the 6 players on those two maps could only fit in one game before leaving. Was hoping everyone would be able to play 2 games.

Although Stacey, Flynn and Spencer finished on Bloodred River and then played a second game on it using Marvel figures.

Tonight or tomorrow I'll fire up a Battle Report thread for yesterday's happenings... (Didn't do such a great job taking pictures this time unfortunately. :( )

[Xaqery]

When is the next event? Maybe my sons and I can finally attend.

- Dwight

[teekay]

Gary, my nephew Trevor and I had a lot of fun playing against you yesterday. What made it better was having a close game and I look forward to your battle report. Looks like you had a great group of players and it would have been fun to stay longer and get to try out the other maps and opponents.

As expected, we had a lot of fun and will definately look forward to attending again.

Thanks again for having us,

teekay

[GaryLASQ]

I'm glad you and Trevor, and everyone else who showed, made it for some Heroscaping on Sunday. It was fun trying to defend the castle in that crazy scenario. In hind-sight I think I should have just gone with all Gladiatrons and Blastatrons. :)

But I've got some bad news.

I really wanted to get a regular gaming group going again but unfortunately real life is going to be more hectic than I thought it would be for the next month or longer. So I'm going to have to step away from Heroscape for a while. Probably won't be posting much here at Heroscapers.com either. (The trip to GenCon might even be in doubt at this point :( )

Sorry to be a disappointment... I'll keep my HS website running but it will be pretty static for a while.

Here are pics for last Sunday's Game Day.
http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072201.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072202.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072203.jpg

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http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072206.jpg

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http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072209.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072210.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072211.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072212.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072213.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072214.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072215.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072216.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072217.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072218.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072219.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072220.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200707/2007072221.jpg

[Xaqery]

But I've got some bad news.

I really wanted to get a regular gaming group going again but unfortunately real life is going to be more hectic than I thought it would be for the next month or longer. So I'm going to have to step away from Heroscape for a while. Probably won't be posting much here at Heroscapers.com either. (The trip to GenCon might even be in doubt at this point :( )

Sorry to be a disappointment... I'll keep my HS website running but it will be pretty static for a while.
Don't worry about iit Gary we all know about real life. Heres hoping we get to see you at GENCON at least. Good Luck.

- Dwight

[jdtenor]

Gary
You have been a great host. I wish you the best of luck! Hopefully we'll have you back soon. :cry:

[Joah]

Take care of business, we'll still be here.

[Hahma]

Hope everything is well Gary.

I'd love to get back up there and play again sometime when things are less hectic for both of us. :) [/list]

[wrestlingking235]

Well, would anybody still like to try to organize a game(at a public place. stupid sex offenders)?

[GaryLASQ]

Sorry wrestlingking, all my gear is at my brother's house and he has lots of space for setting up several game tables. So it's an ideal location other than it not being a public place.

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I know it's a bit last minute, but I should be able to host again this Sunday (8/12). Anyone interested?

[Xaqery]

I know it's a bit last minute, but I should be able to host again this Sunday (8/12). Anyone interested?
What time? Ill have to ask the misses but I am interested.

[GaryLASQ]

Typically 2pm. Depending on who shows and when they can make it, this time is flexible.

[Xaqery]

Typically 2pm. Depending on who shows and when they can make it, this time is flexible.
Well if its still on we can be there about 2. If its not on thats ok too. I am not sure exactly where there is yet though. Please let me know.

- Dwight

[GaryLASQ]

PM on the way. teekay may also be showing up...

[GaryLASQ]

I just found out the Air Conditioner at my brother's house broke down and won't be repaired until Monday at the earliest. So now we must ask "Is Heroscape fun enough to play even without A/C ?" :ponder:

[Jexik]

I just found out the Air Conditioner at my brother's house broke down and won't be repaired until Monday at the earliest. So now we must ask "Is Heroscape fun enough to play even without A/C ?" :ponder:

Of course it is! I don't know if I've played it yet with A/C.

I'm not sure if my vote should really count, as I won't be able to come to this one. If you're doing another one in 2 weeks, I'll be there.

[GaryLASQ]

I'd like to starting hosting some Heroscape events at my brother's house again in November. Who's interested?

[heroscaper314]

As I said in the other thread, I am interested.

I also saw in this thread that you usually meet around two. If that is still true, that should work for me.

[Hahma]

I'd like to try to get back up there. The weekend of 3rd and 4th of Nov are out for me, due to work. Other than that, I don't have any weekends booked...yet. I sure do want to get back up there, maybe I can even bring my 11 yr-old nephew.

[GaryLASQ]

Cool. And good news for you Hahma, the 355 extension to 80 is suppose to be opening up sometime in November. It might be a faster way in for you. (If you don't mind the IL tolls.)

I might start on 11/4 and then try to maintain a consistent every-other weekend opportunity for anyone who can make it on any particular weekend.

[Hahma]

Cool. And good news for you Hahma, the 355 extension to 80 is suppose to be opening up sometime in November. It might be a faster way in for you. (If you don't mind the IL tolls.)

I might start on 11/4 and then try to maintain a consistent every-other weekend opportunity for anyone who can make it on any particular weekend.

So 355 will go all the way down to 80? Wow! I might have to give it a try. I have been and will be taking 355 from 55 (this wed/thurs) whenever I work in Lisle. Currently it's not too bad, but it would be nice to see how things go when 355 goes all the way to 80.

Anyway. I can't do the 4th, but will mark down the 18th for HS in Hoffman Estates if you hold it that weekend.

[jdtenor]

Cool :thumbsup: will be on sundays now?

[jdtenor]

I'll be there on Sunday, pm sent :banana:

[GaryLASQ]

I'll be there on Sunday, pm sent :banana:
Got it. See you Sunday. Updating first post...

[Zorgophlats]

Dang, I forgot to post to this thread so I didn't get the info in time.

I usually get Sundays off. If you have these events every other week, then count me in.

Also, I started a thread a while back to get all the Chicagoland Scapers listed together in one place so we can PM each other about any available get togethers. See the link I'm about to put in my Sig if anybody is interested in being on it.

[GaryLASQ]

Cool. The next meetup in Hoffman Est will be 11/18. (I'll get the first post updated soon...)

It was just me, my son Spencer and brother Guy yesterday (JD where were you?). But I didn't really expect much of a turn out for yesterday (if any) since there wasn't much lead time for people to plan for it.

Mark your calendars for 11/18 !

Yesterday's fun involved watching my son take two squads of Templars and slice through 800 points of Marros like a hot knife through butter. :)
He also drove my brother crazy with some Disappearing Ninjas that defied the odds and killed 7 out of 9 Minions. :shock:

Zorgophlats, I have a list of Chicagoland players I'll post on your thread when I have more time later tonight...

[chuynn]

Gary glad to hear you are up and running games again. You can put me and the family down to be there on Nov. 18 :D

[GaryLASQ]

Good deal. We may end up with over 10 players at this rate. I better get to creating some more maps.

If anyone has an average size battlefield they want to show off, let me know. With 4 folding tables, I could squeeze in 4 players per table (either as 2 teams on one medium size map, or as 2 separate 2 player games on 2 smaller maps.)

[Zorgophlats]

Got your PM Gary. Updating the list with some Scapers who got back to me.

The 18th is my birthday. I'll be in Atlanta on vacation that week. Sorry. I'll be able to me more involved with HS when I get back.

Naps420 is helping me with a map idea. It's pretty big. When it's done I'll let you know.

[GaryLASQ]

There is still room for about 4 more players for this Sunday 11/18. Check the first post on page 1 for more details. Here are a couple pics of a map I'd like to try out.

http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/20071104/2007110410.jpg
http://heroscape.glasq.com/online/20071104/2007110411.jpg

[Nev the Deranged]

I might make it... will be in Milwaukee Saturday, but I should be back in time. Put me down for a solid Maybe.

[Zorgophlats]

The big map that Naps and I were working on is now up. I know it's bigger than you asked for, but maybe there will be room one day for it.

Zorgophlats Mountain VS File (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=991)

When I come back from Atlanta, I should be able to make the next get together. I have all the parts for this mini monster. That is, if you have the room for it. :D

[GaryLASQ]

Cool. I like the way the story explains the layout of the map. Should fit on a couple of my cheap WalMart folding tables that have been pushed together.

I added scenarios on my website for what I'd like to try out this Sunday. (See first post for more details.)
Bloodbath at Ostarfeld Junction (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0033.htm#s01)
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0033s01l01.png (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0033.htm#s01)

Hmm... (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036.htm#s01) (no name yet. might add some trees, glyphs.)
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036s01l01.png (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036.htm#s01)

Marro Rising (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0035.htm#s01)
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0035s01l01.png (http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0035.htm#s01)

[GaryLASQ]

That was fun. I'm glad everyone who planned on coming was able to make it. Kind of bummed out that I didn't have a working camera with me to take some pics.

I don't plan on doing a separate battle report thread for these game days (like I used to), but if any players want to comment on their games and army selections, post it here. Then I'll do some consolidating of comments into a single post and put a link to it in the "event history" on the first post of this thread.

[Hahma]

Thanks for the good gaming Gary. I had fun. I liked all the maps, maybe sometime I'll play on "Hmm".

The Hive map was really cool, I wish I had choosen a better army. Next time I'll know.

Thanks again.

[GaryLASQ]

Thanks for the good gaming Gary. I had fun. I liked all the maps, maybe sometime I'll play on "Hmm".
I'll use it again next time you're able to attend. By then I'll have thought up a name for it, hopefully. :)

The Hive map was really cool, I wish I had choosen a better army. Next time I'll know.
Yeah, I really like the way these two modular maps fit together. It is a very nice looking battlefield. Thanks for reworking your army at the last second since I hadn't really thought through (or prepared anyone for) a two player scenario for that map. Coming up with an 800 point army on the fly was not an easy thing to do.

Of the two Marro/Marrden armies I controlled in the two games I played, my first army (the one I played against you) worked out much better on that battlefield than the one I played against Nev and Spencer in the 3-player scenario.

Two obvious choices for this battlefield against an all Marro/Marrden army would be Templars and Microcorp, which is what Nev and Spencer used ... and it was a killer combo. Nev's addition of Laglor to give his 2 squads of Microcorp the extra range was wicked.

After witnessing 3 games now on the 3-player scenario, I think the Marro/Marrden army could use just a few more points. Maybe around 960 would be about right against the 2-player team of 640 (320 points each). It will be interesting to see how the Marro Cavalry match up with the Templars once Collection 8 is out.

[Hahma]

After witnessing 3 games now on the 3-player scenario, I think the Marro/Marrden army could use just a few more points. Maybe around 960 would be about right against the 2-player team of 640 (320 points each).

Two against one games are tricky to get the pointage right without a lot of playtesting. But from what you've already witnessed in that particular scenario, it's obvious that the Marro army needs bumping up.

It was like that when we first started playing 2 vs 1 on castle maps and it's still hard to figure out sometimes.

Oh and by the way, it was nice to meet Nev and see you, Spencer, Guy, Chuck, Stacey and Flynn again.

[GaryLASQ]

Bah. I just realized a missed opportunity to demonstrate the flexibility of modular maps...

When everyone arrived we were trying to decide how to split up players on the different maps and Hahma and I ended up playing 2 players on the scenario that called for 3, mostly so that 4 players could play on the "Hmm" map. Well, because it is modular, the Hmm map could have easily been broken down from a 4-player map like this...
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036s01l01.png

...into a 3-player map like this,
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036s02l01.png

so that we could have gone with the desired 3-players for the first game on the Marro Rising map. :duh:

[chuynn]

Gary Thank for the great day gaming!! The family had a good time. Maybe next time I wont leave the paper with the list of our army s at home.

We talked on the way home about what we could have done better. There was much to talk about.

Guy is deadly with those Omnicron Snipers. I will not be bring a sword to a gun fight any more!!!!!

The Marro map was the first exposer we have had to many of the new figures from "Swarm of the Marro." It got us fired up about using them, in some of our games.

Thanks again, It's always fun !!!!!!

[Hahma]

Bah. I just realized a missed opportunity to demonstrate the flexibility of modular maps...

When everyone arrived we were trying to decide how to split up players on the different maps and Hahma and I ended up playing 2 players on the scenario that called for 3, mostly so that 4 players could play on the "Hmm" map. Well, because it is modular, the Hmm map could have easily been broken down from a 4-player map like this...
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036s01l01.png

...into a 3-player map like this,
http://heroscape.glasq.com/battlefields/hsbf0036s02l01.png

so that we could have gone with the desired 3-players for the first game on the Marro Rising map. :duh:

:wedgie: :D

Well, that will definitely offer more flexibility in the future for the number of people that show up and the types of other maps that are set up. Very cool concept and versatility.

[GaryLASQ]

Guy is deadly with those Omnicron Snipers. I will not be bring a sword to a gun fight any more!!!!!
Pre-made armies are a gamble. Drafting is better. Next time I think one map for four players should do the draft and just pick from my collection. Then have a couple maps for premade armies that players bring with them.

The Marro map was the first exposer we have had to many of the new figures from "Swarm of the Marro." It got us fired up about using them, in some of our games.
The more I use the new master set the more I like the characters in it. There's a scenario I playtested with my son (played it 4 times so far) that uses just the SotM set with pre-set positions for all the characters. I should get that posted on my website.

[Jexik]

One of these days, I'll make it!

[chuynn]

Next time I think one map for four players should do the draft and just pick from my collection

I think this would be the way to go. Doing it in a round robin style, That way it would be a run for all the usual heavy hitters ( Braxas, Q-10, & so on )

:johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo: :johnwoo:

[GaryLASQ]

Giving the thread a bump to see if there is any interest for this Sunday...

[Zorgophlats]

I'd be in, except that a few coworkers and myself are pitching in for Rock Band 360 this weekend. We can only meet at work on Sundays. I'll set it up so I can show up in two weeks.

Oh, and I think the Christmas season might be killing off other responces to this weekend.

[chuynn]

Hey Gary, Sorry we will not be able to make it this Sun. (12/2) My son has a basketball game. Maybe next time.

[Hahma]

Gary, won't be aboe to make it either I'm afraid this weekend. The family has got this nasty cold that's been going around here and I just picked it up yesterday. Don't want to pass it on, as it seems to be easily gotten.

[GaryLASQ]

Going to be a while before I'll have a free weekend to host ... not until 12/30. Hopefully we can get in one last game day before the end of 2007.

[heroscaper314]

Going to be a while before I'll have a free weekend to host ... not until 12/30. Hopefully we can get in one last game day before the end of 2007.

That's my B-day :D

I've already got plans though, so I won't be able to make it....but in case you're curious those plans do involve Heroscape (It wouldn't be a good B-day without it...)

[GaryLASQ]

That's my B-day :D

I've already got plans though, so I won't be able to make it....but in case you're curious those plans do involve Heroscape (It wouldn't be a good B-day without it...)Happy B-day HS314 (a couple weeks in advance). Will the cake be hexagon shaped? :)

[heroscaper314]

That's my B-day :D

I've already got plans though, so I won't be able to make it....but in case you're curious those plans do involve Heroscape (It wouldn't be a good B-day without it...)Happy B-day HS314 (a couple weeks in advance). Will the cake be hexagon shaped? :)

Hmm..I don't know...depends if Dairy Queen makes hexagon shaped cakes... :D

[chuynn]

Gary, Just checked with the family and if you are going to have something on the 12-30, we are a go. :D :D :D

[GaryLASQ]

Terrific! I haven't played since the last get-together and I'm having HS withdrawal symptoms.

[Hahma]

Sorry Gary, I cant' make it on the 30th. My daughter is flying in from N.Y. the day after Christmas and is staying until Jan. 2nd. My time during that stretch is very booked. I'll check again for another date in Jan. Have a great holiday.

[Shedim Kabal]

Is there still room for Sam and I this Sunday (12/30) with perhaps (a big perhaps) a couple of (more-or-less) adult friends, as well?

[GaryLASQ]

Is there still room for Sam and I this Sunday (12/30) with perhaps (a big perhaps) a couple of (more-or-less) adult friends, as well?Long time no see! I think we can squeeze in four more.

I'm just now getting some time (been a busy week) to think about maps for Sunday. I was considering that Aaryglynn map again for 4 players who would draft from my collection. Then a few modular maps we've done in the past for people to put their 520 point armies on.

We may have to team up as 2 vs. 2 simply because of the number of players to each table (room for 4 tables).

I'll have some maps up on this thread tonight when I get home from work.

[Shedim Kabal]

Long time no see! I think we can squeeze in four more.

I'm just now getting some time (been a busy week) to think about maps for Sunday. I was considering that Aaryglynn map again for 4 players who would draft from my collection. Then a few modular maps we've done in the past for people to put their 520 point armies on.

We may have to team up as 2 vs. 2 simply because of the number of players to each table (room for 4 tables).

I'll have some maps up on this thread tonight when I get home from work.


Chances are good that it'll be just me and her. In fact, I've got slightly better odds on winning the lottery than convincing my friends to join me in the trek. And I didn't even buy a ticket.

Ugh, I've been trying to make a reasonable sized MOP with the SotM, but it ends up either dominated by Vipers and Marro, or leaves them high-and-dry (pardon the pun). Too small a kitchen table is the primary problem, I think, so it'll be fun to play on full-sized board again.

[GaryLASQ]

Changed my mind. I want everyone to have a chance to mix it up and play at least two games. So rather than 520 points like I usually go with I'd like to reduce it down to 480 point pre-made armies. This will help a 4 player game go a little faster. Bring 2 or 3 different 480 point armies with you.

And I feel like getting into the community spirit this time and try some maps made by members here.

1) Glacier Pass (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=973) by Browncoat
This one is perfect for a 2 team (4 player) game with lots of startzone room. No Glyphs (probably). Heavy Snow, Normal Ice
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Glacier_Pass.jpg

2) Anubis (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=877) by ch1can0
Gotta try this one. Don't count on the glyph selection and placement since I'll have to expand the startzones a bit to fit 4 players playing in 2 teams. So I'm thinking about putting 1 Lodin glyph where the Gerda glyph is in the middle and remove the two Lodins without replacing them. And I will probably take the other Glyphs and change them, shuffle them and place them symbol-side up.
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//anubis6.jpg

3) Into the Breech (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=154) by Grungebob and Rychean
I've been meaning to try this one but haven't yet. And there is plenty of room to expand startzones for a 2 team (4 player) game if needed.
http://www.heroscapers.com/download/downloads//Into_the_Breech.jpg

That takes care of up to 12 players and leaves an open table for something on the fly, like some SotM or Marvel. As far as Marvel goes, I don't mind if people mix Marvel with Classic for this event. In fact, I just played on Wednesday and watched my son use his Ninjas of the Northwind to take out his cousin's Captain America. It was a beautiful sight. :)

[chuynn]

The maps look good. Can't want till Sun!!

[GaryLASQ]

Hope everyone had fun Heroscaping yesterday. It was good to meet Jexik and his friends from Elgin. I have a few pics that I'll post today or tomorrow.

[Jexik]

Thanks for hosting! My friends and I had a good time. I'll try to take a closer look at the maps beforehand next time, as my Orcs got murdered yesterday. I still enjoyed the day though, and I'll try to be there again some time.

[GaryLASQ]

I have a few pics that I'll post today or tomorrow.
Better late than never with the pics. :)
http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123001.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123002.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123003.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123004.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123005.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123006.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123007.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123008.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123009.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123010.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123011.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123012.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123013.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123014.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123015.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123016.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123017.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123018.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123019.jpg

http://heroscape.glasq.com/album/200712/2007123020.jpg

[GaryLASQ]

Time for local area players to gather once again for some Heroscaping.

I was thinking Saturday 7/12 or Sunday 7/13. I know several of you will be attending GenCon, so I figure we can setup up as many as 4 tables with two GC maps on each table. So that means a maximum of 16 players. This will not be a formal tournament but we can treat it like a tournament by separating winners from losers for a second round of play. Then those who can stay late enough for a third game (or more) can sort out who plays against who.

So who's interested?

Once we get details hammered out I'll create an event on the Heroscapers.com calendar.

Hosting at my brother's house is no problem, but if someone else has an idea for a different location, let me know.

[Jexik]

Hey, I'd be interested in going, but I'm going to a wedding that Saturday. If it's the 13th, I'll be there.

[heroscaper314]

Saturday works better for me, but on the off chance that my parents actually let me go (they don't like the idea that it's not a public place...but maybe I can convince them..) I wouldn't be able to get there until mid-afternoon.

EDIT: Aside from the fact that it isn't a public place, my parents also don't want to drive me that far, so you can go ahead an disregard the above message.

[GaryLASQ]

:bump:

[Hahma]

I'll be there. I'll check back to the first page to see about the maps and army points and such.

[tokomi]

Count me in for 7/13.

[jdtenor]

My +1 may have to work on Sunday. So I'll probably be just me.

[GaryLASQ]

Excellent. We're up to about 7 or 8 players. Keep an eye on the first post for more details today or tomorrow.

[Xaqery]

once again I can not go. we have plans after church on Sun.

Have fun all and I hope to meet you at GENCON.

[legoboy]

Unfortunately we're busy this weekend, but I look forward to seeing you in Indy.

[Windy_City_Hawk]

I would love to attend, but the time and place could be an issue for me. I can make it on either Saturday or Sunday, but I do Church School on Saturday from 9:30am to 10:45am, and then Church service on Sunday from 10am to 2pm.

I'll keep an eye out as I would love to play, as I do not have anyone to play with on a regular basis! :cry:

[Windy_City_Hawk]

I see that the time is 2pm on Sunday. Is it mandatory to arrive exactly at 2, or would I still be able to participate if I arrived around 3pm? Thanks.

[GaryLASQ]

Windy_City_Hawk, no problem with the 3pm arrival.

We'll be using these 6 GC Maps:

http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//feylund%20fountain__8P3.jpg http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//winterholdoutff_759.jpg http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//wolfswamproad__9hD.jpg http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//ticallisunrise__1tR.jpg http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//fire_isles_ej9.jpg http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//highways__KOk.jpg

Normal Snow and Slippery Ice will be used for Winter Holdout.

In general, players should bring 450 point pre-made armies, no Marvel. It can be assumed we will be playing the generic Damnation Alley kill-em-all GenCon scenarios. The limit of 24 startzone spaces will be enforced. Games will not be timed, but after an hour, if a game is not finished, players may want to take stock of who is leading point-wise. And if a couple of players are waiting for some fresh blood, players in an hour-old game may want to "call it" just to keep things moving...

If you would like to bring a couple of extra armies that are more specific to other GC events, that's fine. Two players can agree on a "specialized" scenario before starting a game. If you do plan to bring some specialized armies, please come somewhat prepared, so players aren't waiting too long for you to decide on which Marvel character you want to use in a "Marvel Power of One" game, for example.

HERE (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=563540&postcount=1) are the GC scenarios.

[Jexik]

Cool. Should we be ready for 520 point 'championship' armies too? I find it sort of odd that the guy who does 520 point armies at every other get together suddenly decided to stop. ;)

[jdtenor]

Cool. Should we be ready for 520 point 'championship' armies too? I find it sort of odd that the guy who does 520 point armies at every other get together suddenly decided to stop. ;)

That was Gary trying to get that extra set of vipers in. Now he's taking them back out. :lol:
Jexik I'll also bring a 520 over.

[GaryLASQ]

Cool. Should we be ready for 520 point 'championship' armies too? I find it sort of odd that the guy who does 520 point armies at every other get together suddenly decided to stop. ;)If you plan to bring your probable GenCon Championship entry, then any battle report after our event should be left classified until after GenCon, yes? :)

I just went with 450 because most of the GC events call for 450. Plus games will go a little faster. Normally though, I do prefer 520 with about 30 startzone spaces.

I'm signed up for the Unique Hero event (500 points) so I'll probably put together one of those myself for this Sunday.

[Hahma]

Thanks for hosting this event Gary and Guy. Despite my lack of success in the three games that I played, I had a lot of fun. I'll have to come up with some better armies in the future and try to squeeze out a little more skill out of my pea brain :D

It was good to get to meet and play Jexik for the first time. He was helpful in reminding me of things during the game, as I was in need of every bit of help I could get :D. It was a fun game and good to see Otonashi get her first career assassination for me.

Guy took me out once again. He tried to make me feel confident early on, but then the hammer came down and his army took over.

And Gary, just because I have an avatar of me running a marathon (20 years ago) doesn't mean that I still run them ;) That first game took a good long time, but I had fun and at least did some damage with my spiders toward the end. I should have sent them all out early on instead of that big bug Sujoah, as he didn't do squat. Lesson learned, keep the big bug back and not paint such a big target on his back. Anyway, that was a fun game and a fun map.

It was nice to meet Tokomi, Windy City Hawk and Jdtenor, I wish there was time for us to get some games in, perhaps another time down the road.

[Jexik]

And Gary, just because I have an avatar of me running a marathon (20 years ago) doesn't mean that I still run them ;) That first game took a good long time,

It sure did! I think I finished 2 games in that time... and I came in halfway through.

It was awesome to meet you Hahma. I'd give you some rep, but apparently I did it too recently.

I should probably bust out my dreaded Gladiator/Dünd combo next time, or just play my favorite Arrow Gruts. I always seem to lose with them even though I love to play them. I hear the words 'GenCon' and I immediately leap to my favorite Dragon and a bunch of little rodents.

[Hahma]

And Gary, just because I have an avatar of me running a marathon (20 years ago) doesn't mean that I still run them ;) That first game took a good long time,

It sure did! I think I finished 2 games in that time... and I came in halfway through.

It was awesome to meet you Hahma. I'd give you some rep, but apparently I did it too recently.

I should probably bust out my dreaded Gladiator/Dünd combo next time, or just play my favorite Arrow Gruts. I always seem to lose with them even though I love to play them. I hear the words 'GenCon' and I immediately leap to my favorite Dragon and a bunch of little rodents.

Well Jexik, I gave you some rep for the good time and the help.

I guess when it comes to 'GenCon', people want to have a good showing considering the huge event that it is amongst many peers, along with the expense of it all. So it's natural to want to field a competitive army that will help one get the most out of the experience.

I haven't played in any tournaments and mostly play with three player maps, so I guess while I'm cometitive and want to win, I want to try out different armies even though they might not be the smartest for these types of events. I guess I figure that I have so much money invested in these figures, I kind of want to use them all at one point or another. More than anything, I enjoy meeting other people like those that were at this event and b.s. about Heroscape or whatever while enjoying the game that I love but don't have as much time to play as I would like. Once I get my basement done, I should have more time to play this game, hopefully :D

[Windy_City_Hawk]

I too had a great time! I faired badly also going down 4 out of 4, but enjoyed meeting everyone, and gettting a chance to play with some armies that I had never tried. Thanks to the host, and to everyone who participated, and hope that we can do it again soon.

Oh, and good luck to the guys who go to GenCon. Wish I could make it, but the coming weeks are just to busy! Have a safe trip, and a great time!

[GaryLASQ]

Glad everyone was able to make the event and had a good time. It was helpful to get in so many games on the GC maps. Those of you not able to make it to GC ... thanks for sparring with those of us who are going.

There were 15 games played in all. Sometime tonight I'll fire up a Battle Report thread with everyone's army selections and the few pictures I took. You can put additional comments about some of your games in this thread, if you wish. (I'll send out some PMs when the thread is up.)

[jdtenor]

Thanks Gary and Guy had a blast got a chance to put some practice on my 450 army. It was nice meeting you Windy City Hawk and Hahma and good seeing everyone else again. I didn't get a chance to play Hahma or Tokomi maybe next time.

[tokomi]

I had a great time and it's was good to put more faces with the names here on the boards. I have the information tucked away in a safe place and will get there earlier to get some games in.

[jdtenor]

Good I'll be there 8/3

[Windy_City_Hawk]

I am going to try to be there, but if I am not able to make it I will let you know at least a week prior. For now please put me down as attending.

Thanks,

[Xaqery]

WOO we get another chance. Please put me and my boys down as a deffinate maybe.

[Jexik]

Yeah, I'll probably be there again.

[Hahma]

I'm planning on being there again Gary, but this time I'm not holding back...I plan on winning at least one game this time :D

[GaryLASQ]

Cool. With this many players already planning to attend, I may have to get an extra table for 8 maps this time.

[Clarissimus]

I might be able to make it . . . can you PM me the address?

[Xaqery]

I might be able to make it . . . can you PM me the address?
I will need the address too please.

Thanks!

- Dwight

[Xaqery]

My boys, David and James, and I would be interested in also practicing Heat of the battle and I would not mind practicing General wars too if there is interest.

- Dwight

[GaryLASQ]

My boys, David and James, and I would be interested in also practicing Heat of the battle and I would not mind practicing General wars too if there is interest.
Sure, no problem. I've updated the first post to mention the scenarios of interest.

I have some bad news and some good news.

The bad news is Spencer and I will be in Madison, WI this weekend (didn't know about this until yesterday). The good news is my brother Guy doesn't mind running the show himself.

Sorry I won't be able to meet you and your boys this weekend, Xaqery. Hopefully we'll meet up at GenCon.

[jdtenor]

I'll see you guys Sunday, only bringing a 450 point army. I need to work the kinks out of my Gen con final army. :confused:

[Hahma]

Thanks Guy for hosting this session in Gary's absence. I had a great time as usual and even won a couple games to boot. I wish everyone that's going to GenCon luck, hopefully someone from the Chicagoland Scapers will win it all down there in a couple weeks.

Thanks to jdtenor, Windy_City_Hawk and David for some great games.

[jdtenor]

Same here, had a blast. I lost a lot of games, but now I know what army not to take & I also played heat of the battle for the 1st time. I need a different army for that. Thanks Guy for hosting. :thumbsup:

[Xaqery]

Yesterday was a blast. My boys and I had a great time.

I won 2 of 5 games. I got a chance to talk a little strategy and mostly listen to good advice. I didnt get to talk much with a couple of you which is a shame. Next time.

Thanks Guy for hosting and I am sorry I missed you Gary.

- Dwight

[GaryLASQ]

After returning from Wisconsin, I called my brother and it sounded like things were still in full swing. Glad y'all had a good time. Some interesting match-ups that I'd like to hear more about...

Players if you wish, please make some brief comments about your games in THIS (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?p=639407) Battle Report thread. Thanks!

[Windy_City_Hawk]

Sure wish I could make it to the next session, but I will just be getting back in town that day from Dallas. Have a great time guys; hopefully I can make the next event.

Take care.

[Hahma]

I also won't be able to make it for the 24th. I'll be taking my daughter to the airport that day for her to go back to New York.

I hope everyone from this group that's going to GenCon has a great time. Good luck!

[GaryLASQ]

I need to reschedule the next get-together. The 8/24 event is canceled. The number of players who can attend is low anyhow, plus school starts soon for the kids so it's going to be an end-of-summer outing for the family this Sunday.

[Jexik]

That's fine by me. I played too much last weekend.

[Oh Yeah! I'm Here]

yes finally some suburban action!
Me and my father

[heroscaper314]

That's fine by me. I played too much last weekend.

Too much Heroscape? :screwy:

:p

[pti8]

Do we know if Chicago is planning on doing a big NHSD tourney?

[GaryLASQ]

Do we know if Chicago is planning on doing a big NHSD tourney?
It would be awesome because there seems to be plenty of interest. Although I already know I'm busy that weekend, so I won't be able to participate. Plus, it should be somewhere public like a game store, library or community center; not my brother's house.

[heroscaper314]

Lord_Paul said that he is going to check to see if he can reserve some tables at either Games Plus in Mt. Prospect (although he thinks that will be booked already) or a new gaming store in Evanston called Gamer's Asylum (but the problem there is they only have two tables, big enough to hold maybe 3 maps each).

[Jexik]

Do we know if Chicago is planning on doing a big NHSD tourney?

I certainly don't expect anyone else to really do this, but I'm 90% sure I'll be heading out to Iowa. (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=20643) Aside from the fact that it significantly decreases my chances of winning an NHSD event, I had an awful lot of fun last year.

[EternalThanos86]

Is there any chance of getting together before NHSD? I need to learn a few things before I play in a tournament.

[Codeman]

Do we know if Chicago is planning on doing a big NHSD tourney?

I certainly don't expect anyone else to really do this, but I'm 90% sure I'll be heading out to Iowa. (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=20643) Aside from the fact that it significantly decreases my chances of winning an NHSD event, I had an awful lot of fun last year.

If Chicago does not get a NHSD tourney together ( or even if they do ) you all are invited to the Tree Town Open. The state of Illinois could use more representation at the Tree Town Open. Anyway you are all welcome to come over. Hope to see some of you.

[EternalThanos86]

Yes, there is a tournament going on in the Champaign-Urbana area courtesy of playa1.

http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=21211

The event is Sunday, October 19th from 12-4:30pm.

[GaryLASQ]

Game On?

Just some causal play in Hoffman Estates on a Sunday afternoon...

Haven't decided on maps yet. I was thinking about some 2 vs. 2 team play, perhaps.

[Jexik]

I'll likely be there, and possibly bringing one or two with me, depending on schedules.

[iamawesome]

4 other people and i may be attending, ill get a final headcount for you soon!

[EternalThanos86]

Add another! I will be there for certain.

[jdtenor]

Looks like I'll miss this one hopefully next game. :(

[Hahma]

Sorry Gary, I've got to work next weekend...and the following weekend:(

[GaryLASQ]

Looks like I'll miss this one hopefully next game. :(

Sorry Gary, I've got to work next weekend...and the following weekend:(

Hopefully you guys can make the next one, which probably won't be until after Turkey Day.

How's the basement coming along, Hahma?

[Hahma]

Looks like I'll miss this one hopefully next game. :(

Sorry Gary, I've got to work next weekend...and the following weekend:(

Hopefully you guys can make the next one, which probably won't be until after Turkey Day.

How's the basement coming along, Hahma?


I'll try to make it a point to make the next one Gary. Regarding the basement, the bathroom is about done. The fixtures are in and working, I just have to paint the doors and trim and then the walls again. The bar/family room area is on hold for now as I'm having to work some side jobs on weekends. My wife quit her job in Chicago (after 21 years of a long commute, the last 8 years of which have been 2hrs each way) and is looking for a part-time evening job while the twins are in kindergarten so we can save on daycare and she can spend more time with them. So I have to take on some side jobs on weekends to get bills paid while she's not working. So unfortunately, on weekends that I'm off (like this one) I want to spend time with the kids and relax without having to worry about the basement. Actually, tonight I'm going to play HS with my nephew. I haven't played at all since the last time I was at your place :(

I'll keep checking this thread to see when the next session is up your way after Thanksgiving and I'll not schedule a side job that weekend. Good luck and have fun next weekend.