bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
    
 | | 01/09/2006 8:43 AM |
| The Midwest Open - Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota
Feb. 11th
Venue: Pastimes in Chicago
Time: Noon start, 11 am registration starts
Format: 200 pt constructed, 8 activation bands with maps
Cost: $15
Prizes will include:
Archfiends Boosters!
Dragoneye Boosters
Abberations Boosters
Underdark Boosters
Hand painted miniature trophies by the FAMOUS Peter Lee, the creator of the limited championship trophy:
Ogre Ravager: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111464
Chainmail Grey Elf Wizard: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111461
Chainmail Orc Champion: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111462
Chainmail Hobgoblin Fighter: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111460
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JUST ADDED:
Second Chance event
Start time: After the third round
Format: 200 pt constructed
Prizes: To be announced but should be sweet!
Cost: FREE!
Come on out and face the best of the Midwest! The winner will be crowned Midwest Champion!
Venue link for directions:
http://www.pastimes.net
Pastimes
8351 1/2 Golf Road
Niles, Illinois 60714
847-470-XMEN (9636)
They don't have it up on their schedule as of yet but should soon.
Main Event Format:
The format will be standard 60 minute DCI swiss rounds using 8 figure limits played on maps from any of the following:
Fane of the drow map set
Hellspike Prison map set
Drow Outpost map from Dragon Magazine
The following maps areNOT legal for this event:
Lost temple map
Temple of the prismatic flame from Hellspike prison set
Dragon's hord map from Dragon Magazine
blank map from starter sets with or with out tiles
Warbands must have a maximum of 8 figures not including minions or summoned figures. All other DCI rules and Guy Fullerton's official rulings will apply. This includes being reduced to speed 2 when out of command. All figures are that are tournament legal for 200 point play are legal for this format. The Drider Sorceror is BANNED
Just checked the "bonus" prize bin for this event:
3 Archfiends Boosters! (2 feel heavy [:)])
7 Dragoneye Boosters!
5 Abberations Boosters
6 Underdark boosters
Note these prizes are EXTRA on top of what ever we give out based on entry. These are NOT paid for out of the prize fund. What does that mean? Even more loot added on top of the wicked trophies and booster prizes to be won. [:D] | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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lurch_E_bean
Underboss
1058 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 12:46 PM |
| | Whoa, this one kind of came back from the dead. Very cool, though. But, oh God, it's only a month away! What am I going to play!? | |
Successful Trades (31) | Trades Pending (0)
12th Place in the 2005 Nationals, and I owe it all to the Minis Training Montage.
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Hero of Skirmish
doubtofbuddha
Commander
3371 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 12:51 PM |
| You should play a CE band built around the Ogre Ravager.
You will win the thing e-z. | |
I am not gone. | |
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lurch_E_bean
Underboss
1058 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 1:37 PM |
| | Quit blabbing about my NOST, buddha! | |
Successful Trades (31) | Trades Pending (0)
12th Place in the 2005 Nationals, and I owe it all to the Minis Training Montage.
Champion of Celestial Giant Stag Beetles | |
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kgradert13
Sergeant
909 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 2:41 PM |
| DO you know what the prize distribution is going to look like?
Speed 2 rule being enforced?
(Also, don't forget Iowa, it's closer then Ohio) | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 3:47 PM |
| I am head judging the event. We will keep the out of command speed 2 rules for now as we don't know what the "official" rules are going to be. I would rather keep things the same rather than do something radically different from what the designers intended.
I do want to use 8 activations and maps as they are cool additions to the format and we know how they are going to function. They make the games run smoothly and you get more action in. Plus this is going to be a large event held at a large venue. This will let us show off how cool are game looks when played on maps.
So far , for Prizes I know that we have:
4 hand painted trophies
3 or 4 archfiends boosters
8 or so Dragoneye boosters
a case of abberations
None of which are coming out of the regular prize pool.These were donated for the event. This means there should be a boatload more boosters to give out paid for by the entry fee.
As the event gets closer I will have a better idea of how prize distribution will work.
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Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Temperance
Sergeant
522 Posts
| | 01/09/2006 4:12 PM |
| I'm getting close to finishing up the trophies; I'm 99.9% sure it'll be these four figures:
Dragoneye Ogre Ravager
Chainmail Orc Champion (Tourney legal as an Orc Champion)
Chainmail Grey Elf Wizard (Tourney legal as an Elf Pyromancer)
Chainmail Hobgoblin Fighter (Tourney legal as Urthok the Vicious)
(I say 99.9% just in case I grab my can of black primer instead of clearcoat... [:p] ) I'll be posting pictures when they're done.
I'll be an assisting judge to Brad. | |
Champion of the common Flying Monkey (Fez optional)
Peter Lee on the WotC board
BAD WOLF
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/10/2006 7:47 AM |
| | I can't wait for this event. I hope to see all of the midwesterners there. This event should be big, I hear the store where it is being held is huge. | |
Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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Temperance
Sergeant
522 Posts
| | 01/10/2006 5:49 PM |
| | It would help tremendously for players to talk to their local players/judges to help with advertising. Arrange carpooling, etc. | |
Champion of the common Flying Monkey (Fez optional)
Peter Lee on the WotC board
BAD WOLF
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IHawk
Underboss
1054 Posts
Lisle, Illinois
| | 01/10/2006 6:30 PM |
| Well this is certainly pleasant news. I will help drum up
some hub-bub in the local gaming community.
thanks brad & Peter | |
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kgradert13
Sergeant
909 Posts
| | 01/10/2006 11:08 PM |
| | Already have 3 others coming with me. The rest of the peoples will have to find their own rides =) | |
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 7:55 AM |
| | And ofcourse we should have Several from MI, between Kzoo, and Sturgis. Maybe the Toledo guys will join in the fun. | |
Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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Avatar of the Tank
Newtoncain
Commander
2985 Posts
Land of 10,000 taxes
| | 01/11/2006 8:54 AM |
| quote:
Originally posted by bshugg
This is just a initial release. Details may change:
The Midwest Open - Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio Feb, 11th
Venue: Pastimes in Chicago
Time: Noon start
Format: 200 pt constructed, 8 activation bands with maps
Cost: $15
Prizes will include:
Archfiends Boosters!
Dragoneye Boosters
Abberations Boosters
Underdark Boosters
Hand painted miniature trophies by Peter Lee, the creator of the limited championship trophy
Come on out and face the best of the Midwest!
You got a website/address/map/parking available info for this place?
MN is 6hours away, but can't even contenplate coming w/o some info.
Thanks in advance,
NC | |
They just don't know what's good in life...Conan, tell them what is good in life.
To rip the boosters. To count the minis spilled out before you, and to hear the indifference of the women... | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 11:03 AM |
| | Info updated above to include location and street address to mapquest plus a bit more details on format. | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 11:12 AM |
| | Its a new venue, but the old one was HUGE. An old K-mart or something so there shouldn't be a problem with parking in the slightest. I expect the new venue to have the same amount of room. Peter Lee could confirm though. | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Avatar of the Tank
Newtoncain
Commander
2985 Posts
Land of 10,000 taxes
| | 01/11/2006 11:15 AM |
| | cool and thanks, maybe I can get some MNs to go. | |
They just don't know what's good in life...Conan, tell them what is good in life.
To rip the boosters. To count the minis spilled out before you, and to hear the indifference of the women... | |
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Aramus
Warrior
181 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 11:33 AM |
| | Is there a max to the number of players or a sign up. Would hate to see people arrive from hours awy and get turned away | |
Play and have fun, this hobby is an escape from the harsh realities of life | |
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Temperance
Sergeant
522 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 11:53 AM |
| I unfortunately haven't seen the new space, but I understand it's a little smaller. Not too much smaller, but it is smaller.
A list of interested people might be a good idea. Should I start working on that?
I think Brad should add Wisconsin, Iowa, and maybe Minnesota on the list of midwest states. | |
Champion of the common Flying Monkey (Fez optional)
Peter Lee on the WotC board
BAD WOLF
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kgradert13
Sergeant
909 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 12:23 PM |
| To add to the list of interested parties:
Anywhere from 4 to 10 from the Quad Cities (IL/IA)
4 is almost definite, 2 others are likely, 4 others maybe. | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/11/2006 1:37 PM |
| Yeah I only listed the east side of the midwest. I will fix.
By a little smaller that means they should still be able to seat 200+ comfortably. The old venue regularly seated 800+ for Magic prerelease events! I don't expect to have to put a cap on number of players at all. I will call tonight and verify though.
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Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Vrecknidj
Warlord
10446 Posts
United States
| | 01/11/2006 5:26 PM |
| quote:
Originally posted by Liquidburn
And ofcourse we should have Several from MI, between Kzoo, and Sturgis. Maybe the Toledo guys will join in the fun.
I sent emails to Dan and Chad. I'm hoping AP will be free. If so, we could be bringing a few folks.
Is this going to count towards our DCI constructed rating?
Dave | |
Knowledge Arcana editor issues 5-9, Phoenix Lore Magazine editor, assistant editor for Rite Publishing;
My Trade Thread and My Reference Thread; Winner of WBC IV, IX and XIII; Rule #0: bshugg is always right! | |
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/12/2006 7:57 AM |
| quote:
Originally posted by Vrecknidj
quote:
Originally posted by Liquidburn
And ofcourse we should have Several from MI, between Kzoo, and Sturgis. Maybe the Toledo guys will join in the fun.
I sent emails to Dan and Chad. I'm hoping AP will be free. If so, we could be bringing a few folks.
Is this going to count towards our DCI constructed rating?
Dave
I hope it does, it's been awhile since we have hit a sanctioned event. | |
Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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Herald of Winter
Rav950
Warrior
340 Posts
| | 01/12/2006 3:58 PM |
| | Just on a side note: Pastimes is also offering league play on Sundays from 1 to 5. I have a suspicion that this is a "trial" event, and largely based on attendance. They only just started on 1/4, and nobody came the first day (shock... nobody KNEW about it). I'll be heading there this weekend in pursuit of a couple games. | |
Thanks for the memories. :) | |
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/12/2006 11:46 PM |
| quote:
Originally posted by Rav950
Just on a side note: Pastimes is also offering league play on Sundays from 1 to 5. I have a suspicion that this is a "trial" event, and largely based on attendance. They only just started on 1/4, and nobody came the first day (shock... nobody KNEW about it). I'll be heading there this weekend in pursuit of a couple games.
Hopefully this event will get some peoples attention and you can get a good group going there. There is no replacement for a good group to play minis with and practice for bigger events. | |
Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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Bleys
Warrior
272 Posts
| | 01/13/2006 8:15 AM |
| | If I can get permission from the BOSS, I would love to come. I can try to get Johhny.Quest on board as well. We would like to bring Hoosier style DDM to the tourny [)] | |
All roads lead to Amber | |
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scifirules
Sergeant
354 Posts
| | 01/13/2006 3:25 PM |
| quote:
Originally posted by Liquidburn
And ofcourse we should have Several from MI, between Kzoo, and Sturgis.
Don't forget Howell! I'm not sure if anyone is going (I, sadly, won't be able to), but I'm going to a tourney there tomorrow, so I'll be sure to mention it. | |
Check out my DDM Blog: http://scifirules.livejournal.com
"I will pay my dues when you send me my tusks!" -Strong Bad
Champion of Chainmail Equivalencies | Knight of Efficient Fodder
WotDQ Called Shot: Large Green Dragon (VINDICATED) | Blood War Called Shot: Large Brass Dragon | Unhallowed Called Shot: Skeletal Troll
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/13/2006 4:43 PM |
| quote:
Originally posted by scifirules
quote:
Originally posted by Liquidburn
And ofcourse we should have Several from MI, between Kzoo, and Sturgis.
Don't forget Howell! I'm not sure if anyone is going (I, sadly, won't be able to), but I'm going to a tourney there tomorrow, so I'll be sure to mention it.
Sorry to hear that you can't make it there, but thanks for letting the others know.
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Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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Vrecknidj
Warlord
10446 Posts
United States
| | 01/15/2006 10:54 AM |
| Any word on prize distribution? Prizes to top 4 only? Prizes to top 8? Prizes to every kid who walks in the door?
And, for more practical issues:
Any word on lunch/dinner opportunities?
What's the bathroom situation?
Dave | |
Knowledge Arcana editor issues 5-9, Phoenix Lore Magazine editor, assistant editor for Rite Publishing;
My Trade Thread and My Reference Thread; Winner of WBC IV, IX and XIII; Rule #0: bshugg is always right! | |
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The Defenestrator
AesophDarkfable
Warlord
5628 Posts
| | 01/15/2006 4:28 PM |
| | Not sure if I will be able to make it or not. Didn't see this one get resurrected here. I might be in Lafayette IN that weekend for a baby shower for one of my sister-in-laws and thats not to far a jump if I am. | |
Im out- find me on Hordelings if you want to chat. | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/15/2006 8:42 PM |
| There should be a case or so of boosters for first of mixed sets. Less for 2nd 3rd and 4th. I was considering trophy prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and best sportsmanship. Once I figure out numbers and what the venue will do I will have a better picture of prize support.
They should have decent bathroom facilities, they order in pizza for lunches, and they have drink machines on site. | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Liquidburn
Sergeant
944 Posts
| | 01/16/2006 12:48 AM |
| quote:
Originally posted by bshugg
There should be a case or so of boosters for first of mixed sets. Less for 2nd 3rd and 4th. I was considering trophy prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and best sportsmanship. Once I figure out numbers and what the venue will do I will have a better picture of prize support.
They should have decent bathroom facilities, they order in pizza for lunches, and they have drink machines on site.
Sounds great. Any news on directions. I keep forgetting to ask you when I see you. | |
Jason Slingerland
"Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?" | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/16/2006 7:50 AM |
| | I updated the first post with it a while back :) | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Herald of Winter
Rav950
Warrior
340 Posts
| | 01/16/2006 10:50 AM |
| I went to Pastimes yesterday for their DDM League play. Downside, only myself and 2 of my friends showed up (we had fun anyhow). Upside, we each got a Zhentarim fighter repaint and other things from old promo kits the owner had been hanging onto. Can't complain about getting a long OOP promo... now entertaining trade offers for it :p ;).
The new space is maybe half or even a third of the size of their old space. For their larger events (Magic the Gathering prereleases and tournaments) they will be renting other venues. The remaining small space is actually a lot nicer looking than the previous location. The floor is carpeted, and I think the overall noise level should be a bit more manageable. The fact that we'll be less likely to share the space during their other events means that we'll be making out pretty well I think. | |
Thanks for the memories. :) | |
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Temperance
Sergeant
522 Posts
| | 01/18/2006 8:07 PM |
| | I just put the third matte coat on the four trophy figures; I'm going to gloss up the eyes, mouth, and blood ;) tonight. Weather and work permitting, I'll try to take and post photos tomorrow. | |
Champion of the common Flying Monkey (Fez optional)
Peter Lee on the WotC board
BAD WOLF
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/18/2006 9:30 PM |
| | Who hoo! Can't wait to see them. This is going to rock guys! If your on the fence on this one, you really need to come out. Its the most fun you can have with your clothes on! um... with minis that is...[:I] | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/18/2006 9:33 PM |
| Oh, and I'm announcing aSecond Chance tournament that will start after the third round of competition. It will be a 3-4 round event with sweet prizes. The best part is:
ITS FREE! | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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Temperance
Sergeant
522 Posts
| | 01/19/2006 12:23 PM |
| Trophy pics! I've inlined smaller images, but I have larger pictures on my coolminiornot gallery.
Ogre Ravager: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111464
Chainmail Grey Elf Wizard: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111461
Chainmail Orc Champion: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111462
Chainmail Hobgoblin Fighter: http://www.coolminiornot.com/111460 | |
Champion of the common Flying Monkey (Fez optional)
Peter Lee on the WotC board
BAD WOLF
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sigtau66
Skirmisher
28 Posts
| | 01/19/2006 1:05 PM |
| | Those are very nice. Here's to hoping I place in the spot for the Orc Champion! | |
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Felagund
Sergeant
922 Posts
| | 01/19/2006 1:30 PM |
| | Those look amazing, Peter. Even better than the Limited Championship trophies. Really makes me wish I was going to be back home that weekend... | |
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bshugg
Underboss
1833 Posts
| | 01/19/2006 1:34 PM |
| quote:
Originally posted by Felagund
Those look amazing, Peter. Even better than the Limited Championship trophies. Really makes me wish I was going to be back home that weekend...
Theres always road trips! [:)] | |
Looking for someone to cosponser a midwest DDM event. let me know if your interested!
Check out my brand new blog:
http://bshugg.blogspot.com | |
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