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New comment on GeekList Solitaire Miniatures Games on Your Table - February 2026
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 07:19:19
Lots of historical battles end up feeling stupid when you take a closer look by trying to play them out. I've always preferred the situations where there is room for maneuver, at least a few difficult decisions, some way of creating a bit of "fog", and an opportunity for luck (beyond a classic CRT) to help create an interesting story. It also helps if there's a clear reason for the battle or campaign.
I know. It took me a while to wrap my head around the mechanics again.
And I know a bit of the history of the 30 YW... which make me scratch my head why the majority of battles were even fought. And over a featureless field like in Rocroi. The little bits of wood off to the left are pretty insignificant. Ditto the tiny stream.
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 07:19:19
by Chinkster
jsteidl wrote:
Chinkster wrote:
EDIT: I honestly did NOT see any reason to fight the battle to be honest. There wasn't any incentive to attack on either side. And WHY did the French advance and get out from the cover of their artillery?? And the way the forces ground together... the attrition was horrific, grinding in your face combat. Probably very realistic but I'm so used to small scale skirmishes now...
Lots of historical battles end up feeling stupid when you take a closer look by trying to play them out. I've always preferred the situations where there is room for maneuver, at least a few difficult decisions, some way of creating a bit of "fog", and an opportunity for luck (beyond a classic CRT) to help create an interesting story. It also helps if there's a clear reason for the battle or campaign.
I know. It took me a while to wrap my head around the mechanics again.
And I know a bit of the history of the 30 YW... which make me scratch my head why the majority of battles were even fought. And over a featureless field like in Rocroi. The little bits of wood off to the left are pretty insignificant. Ditto the tiny stream.
New comment on GeekList Solitaire Miniatures Games on Your Table - February 2026
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 07:09:32
I read that, but it’s not being completely done away with. It really needs a 2nd edition because the game is absolutely trash.
Curious why do you say that? There are a few gamers in my local groups that do play Shatterpoint... but not many. Legion is more popular.
Unit damn unit is a game in itself. Just way too much to remember for 6 units when there are triggers for enemy units, your own units.
Sounds like Infinity N4: Core Rules 🤣
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 07:09:32
by Chinkster
SaltLife wrote:
I read that, but it’s not being completely done away with. It really needs a 2nd edition because the game is absolutely trash.
Curious why do you say that? There are a few gamers in my local groups that do play Shatterpoint... but not many. Legion is more popular.
Unit damn unit is a game in itself. Just way too much to remember for 6 units when there are triggers for enemy units, your own units.
Sounds like Infinity N4: Core Rules 🤣
Reply: asmodee:: General:: Re: Asmodee can get f*cked!
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:36:42
It's doubtlessly awful.
It's like not having spare parts for a car. Or Lego. Or anyrhing that won't function without all pieces.
It's not a question of industry standard, it's just common sense, if you want people to be happy with your product and come back.
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:36:42
by Zimeon
dogeared wrote:
For a game that retails for $80 in US, this is pretty shitty.
I am 100% responsible for losing the card. But to have no recourse on a top-tier, expensive game like this is pretty awful.
I am 100% responsible for losing the card. But to have no recourse on a top-tier, expensive game like this is pretty awful.
It's doubtlessly awful.
It's like not having spare parts for a car. Or Lego. Or anyrhing that won't function without all pieces.
It's not a question of industry standard, it's just common sense, if you want people to be happy with your product and come back.
Reply: General Role-Playing:: Re: QOTD FEB 27: Have you ever given a name to your weapon? Or found a weapon with a name? What name would you give your favorite weapon and why?
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:33:13
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:33:13
In a Firefly-themed campaign from some years back (using the d20 Modern rules as modified by d20 Future) my character was the ship's Mr. Fix-it guy (the class was called "Space Monkey," and he was more at home working in space than dealing with other people). As such, when things went south (as they often seem to, in the 'verse) he preferred to let his lovingly-rebuilt-and-maintained Winchester rifle do the talking. For some reason that I don't remember now (was it really 12 years ago?), I named the rifle Sally, as in Long Tall Sally (the rock-and-roll song, not the UK women's clothing retailer). Anyway, when Banks said that he wanted Sally to accompany him on a mission, everyone knew that we were probably in for a firefight.
New comment on Blog Post Friday on Friday- So close! & More progress.
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:12:22
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:12:22
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Haha you keep talking about the micro badges for the Extreme Numerology Challenge, but I don't believe they exist. ;)
RUNES (Remastered): Introducing Axe and Anarchy Into Your Game
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:08:47
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:08:47
A new episode has been added to the database:
RUNES (Remastered): Introducing Axe and Anarchy Into Your Game
[PREVIEW] Eidolon Media Club: Gundam F91
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:08:12
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:08:12
A new episode has been added to the database:
[PREVIEW] Eidolon Media Club: Gundam F91
In Person A(e)MA - Part 2
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:05:00
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:05:00
A new episode has been added to the database:
In Person A(e)MA - Part 2
Happy Birthday PzVIE!
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:00:02
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On February 28th the Beatles came and sang "Happy Birthday to you" for [user=PzVIE][/user]
Happy Birthday Ron!
Posted: Sat, 28 Feb 06:00:02
by Steve
On February 28th the Beatles came and sang "Happy Birthday to you" for [user=PzVIE][/user]
Happy Birthday Ron!
