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Tonight at 8:30pm EST, Dave Stiffler and I will be showing off Mark Simonitch's latest game, "The Caucasus Campaign!"
This is probably the fastest playing of an of Mark's designs that I've played. It's loaded with replay capability and has just the…
I'll be continuing the "HOW TO PLAY EMPIRE OF THE SUN" demonstration tonight at 10:00 pm Eastern.
In this second part we will will build upon the foundation of last week's lesson and get into the heart of the game: Combat Operations!
Hex-shaped pieces for me are a real pain to punch out. I tend to use a hobby knife to cut pieces off the sprues--results in nicely squared corners. Can't really do this with hex-shaped pieces.
Have you been wanting to learn how to play "Empire of the Sun" but have been waiting for someone to teach you?
Well, now's your chance!
Tonight at 10pm Eastern I'll be teaching the first "How to Play Empire of the Sun" class.
You can get all the…
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- At 6:43pm on November 16, 2009,
Tom said…
- Hello Joel! I managed to stumble onto your page and notice your great variety of gaming you have going here. I've been wanting to try some which you're demonstrating!
Hellenes in particular!
Regards,
Tom Liakos
- At 6:39pm on September 28, 2009,
Smitty said… - Right now Elusive Victory is on the table!
- At 12:00pm on August 8, 2009,
Lewis Goldberg said… - Joel, a hearty 'amen' to ye!
- At 7:57am on May 3, 2009,
Smitty said…
- Great avatar.
- At 5:17pm on January 14, 2009,
Smitty said…
- Axis and Allies - I got the new Guadacanal game of it today, but first comes walking and Bowflex!
Profile Information
- Your introduction to consim gaming:
- Axis & Allies (MB) then Flight Leader (AH) which led to Gulf Strike (VG) and I was hooked. Squad Leader followed and by my senior year of High School I was playing ASL...
- Your favorite game(s):
- Great Battles of History series (GMT), Commands & Colors (GMT), just about any CDG.
- What game(s) are you currently playing (solitaire, FTF, PBEM, etc.) or wish to play next?
- Omaha Beach (DG)
- What game(s) have you played recently?
- Red Star Rising (MMP), A Most Dangerous Time (MMP), Devil's Cauldron (MMP)
- In general, how much time do you spend gaming?
- Too much!
- How big is your game collection?
- ~100 games
- Your local game club(s) and/or where you reside (let's network!)
- Gallup, New Mexico (USA) --you won't believe how many people don't know NM is in the USA...
- About Me
- I'm the Associate Pastor at my church (Gallup First Assembly of God). Happily married to a wonderful woman who supports--or puts up with--my hobby. She won't play wargames though... Have a 4-year-old son who loves to roll dice for me!
- Personal Interests (favorite activities, movies, shows, books, music, etc.)
- Reading (The Bible--especially the Bible! * ancient history * USA history * World War history--both of them * well, pretty much any history actually)
Working outdoors, landscaping
Hiking
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The Caucasus Campaign: Demo TONIGHT!
Tonight at 8:30pm EST, Dave Stiffler and I will be showing off Mark Simonitch's latest game, "The Caucasus Campaign!"
This is probably the fastest playing of any of Mark's designs that I've played. It's loaded with replay capability and has just the right amount of chrome to make for a very rewarding gaming experience. If you're a tournament player, you definitely want to check this game out!… Continue
This is probably the fastest playing of any of Mark's designs that I've played. It's loaded with replay capability and has just the right amount of chrome to make for a very rewarding gaming experience. If you're a tournament player, you definitely want to check this game out!… Continue
Posted on December 17, 2009 at 12:30pm —
How to Play Empire of the Sun (Part 2)
I'll be continuing the "HOW TO PLAY EMPIRE OF THE SUN" demonstration tonight at 10:00 pm Eastern.
In this second part we will will build upon the foundation of last week's lesson and get into the heart of the game: Combat Operations!
In this second part we will will build upon the foundation of last week's lesson and get into the heart of the game: Combat Operations!
Posted on November 30, 2009 at 1:46pm —
How to Play Empire of the Sun
Have you been wanting to learn how to play "Empire of the Sun" but have been waiting for someone to teach you?
Well, now's your chance!
Tonight at 10pm Eastern I'll be teaching the first "How to Play Empire of the Sun" class.
You can get all the necessary information here on the GMT Ventrilo Voice Server page.
Well, now's your chance!
Tonight at 10pm Eastern I'll be teaching the first "How to Play Empire of the Sun" class.
You can get all the necessary information here on the GMT Ventrilo Voice Server page.
Posted on November 23, 2009 at 11:24am —
GMT Live Demonstrations News
Hey guys,
I'm finally catching up from being gone for a week.
Looks like we'll be running a demonstration of HELLENES next Thursday so if you've picked up the game and want a quick way to jump in, sitting in on a live online demo is a great way to learn FAST.
Due to popular demand I am also planning a series of demonstrations of EMPIRE OF THE SUN!
(I'll wait until the World Series is concluded as many guys are… Continue
I'm finally catching up from being gone for a week.
Looks like we'll be running a demonstration of HELLENES next Thursday so if you've picked up the game and want a quick way to jump in, sitting in on a live online demo is a great way to learn FAST.
Due to popular demand I am also planning a series of demonstrations of EMPIRE OF THE SUN!
(I'll wait until the World Series is concluded as many guys are… Continue
Posted on October 29, 2009 at 10:13pm —
Online Pax Romana Demonstration Tonight
At 6:30pm Pacific. Brett Dedrick will be demonstrating Richard Berg's, "Pax Romana"
You can get all the details on GMT's Ventrilo Page.
I've also posted a recording of last night's PQ-17 demonstration on the Ventrilo page.
Sorry, I neglected to start a log file so you won't be able to follow along in VASSAL. :chagrin: But hey, there's an au… Continue
You can get all the details on GMT's Ventrilo Page.
I've also posted a recording of last night's PQ-17 demonstration on the Ventrilo page.
Sorry, I neglected to start a log file so you won't be able to follow along in VASSAL. :chagrin: But hey, there's an au… Continue
Posted on October 7, 2009 at 10:36am —
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Thanks my friend!
Here is the link to download the historical scenario, ENJOY!: http://www.warstormseries.es/OPNIWY/opniwy.zip
You have to be an absolute piece of crap, with no respect for history or decency, to pull off this crime:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8423827.stm
My only joy is that the five semi-humans who committed the crime were caught, along with what t…
In general...I cannot find a damn opponent on a regular basis. I usually need to plan a month in advance to schedule any game...
Here's a really good reason why the NFL should be concerned about brain trauma.
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/09291/1006418-66.stm
He's still listed as one of the outstanding graduates of my old school, Shady Side Academy, but he's not quite the…
No they're not, not Super Bowl winners. Some members of the defense need a major attitude adjustment too, especially about standards and excuses.
They are really a not very good team this year.
The Steelers used an onside kick today, and almost snatched defeat from the jaws of mediocrity too. It's a big reason why Roethlisberger could throw for 500 yards and still need the last play of the game to win, by one point.
Hold the line by Worthington games. A GREAT simple revolutionary war game, similar to Command and Colors, but uses Action Points instead of cards. You can move any unit you want with your points. (Similar to Conflict of heroes)
I'll be good and not ask my question again!
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The final episode of the "Flames of War" scenario played at NHMGS's "Enfilade 09" Convention
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