Initially, we'll list morning and afternoon games here, with upto 4 slots for players, not including the host.
This will inevitably change as we move forwards and get closer to the event. But please reply here with either the game you're intending to bring, and/or games you want to play in. You may have already indicated which game you intend to bring, but please can I respectfully request that you repeat yourself here for clarity :)
Morning
1. Pieces of Eight Land Raids - Stewart M
Players:
2. 28mm Western - John H
Players:
3. 6mm Square Bashing - James M
Players:
4. 15mm Conquerors and Kings -Martin G
Players:
5. Hammerin Iron - Miles M
Players:
6. Classic AK47 - Dex
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11. Gamette Table - Trench Raids/Duel/etc
Afternoon
1. Pieces of Eight Land Raids - Stewart
Players:
2. 28mm Western - John
Players:
3. 15mm Conquerors and Kings
Players:
4. 15mm Conquerors and Kings -Martin G
Players:
5. Hammerin Iron - Miles M
Players:
6. Classic AK47 - Dex
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10.
11. Gamette Table - Trench Raids/Duel/etc
*I'm abusing my powers and pinning this post to the top of the page. Once the event is done, I'll unpin it.
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I will likely bring game - either Mexican Revolution or something else that no one else is bringing. However, I susepct I'll keep myself as a floating player to fill any gaps and for any queries that pop up.
If there is enough interest are you increasing the number of games.
Would it be fine to leave some tables laid out even if not played???
martin :)
Absolutely Martin. I've started with just 4 slots but we have access to 11 tables. I'll amend the post to make it clear.
I've put myself down for Mexico to increase the offer for potential sign ups. Table 11 will now house the gamettes. It may or may not need someone to run them, but we can bounce that idea around, no problem.
Last year we played full games as at least one person per table knew the rules and could keep the pace of the game going. I think we'll aim to start at 9 or 9.30 and play for 3 hours before half an hour lunch. There's a street cafe just down the road that does wonderful burgers etc.
Too far North for me I am afraid, good luck with the days gaming.
By the way on what date is this going to happen or has the date not been set yet?
Its on the other thread Les. Easily seen. It's right next to this one!
Thanks Sean.
Hope that you and the family are well and all is going well with the tennis season.
Quote from: Sean Clark on May 12, 2023, 04:47:46 PM
...please reply here with either the game you're intending to bring, and/or games you want to play in. You may have already indicated which game you intend to bring, but please can I respectfully request that you repeat yourself here for clarity :)
I've confirmed. Classic AK47; the Zamibian road show.
Great news.
A second of my friends has said he would like to come. Keen to play Hammerin Iron as one of his games.
Cheers john
Looking forward to seeing lots of people at this event and playing some great Peter Pig games !
Just a quick reminder about this.
The 2 previous days at Element Games were really enjoyable. It gave a great opportunity to play some familiar & less familiar games with like minded souls.
We've sold 7 tickets so far. Obviously I'm hoping for quite a few more before the day.
Hi John,
I bought my ticket in early June but I'm not on the list of attendees.
Thank you and regards,
Martin Buck
Don't worry Martin your one of the Magnificent 7 on the list I got from Element Games.
The list of names at the top of the thread is really out of date. I'll see if we can get that up dated.
The event poster is now up in the first post of this thread. Please share amongst any groups you can think of to spread the word far and wide!
Quote from: John in York on July 26, 2023, 10:17:26 PMThe list of names at the top of the thread is really out of date. I'll see if we can get that up dated.
Eight and a bit weeks to go. Are we any more certain on attendees, confirmed numbers and the event going ahead?
Hi Dex,
I've paid the deposit and the event is going ahead as far as I am concerned. The 12 attendees so far are listed on the other thread. Yes it would be great to have some more. If anyone is thinking about it judging by the previous events it promises to be a great day out. Games on offer need to be finalised but we'll get that sorted soon.
Cheers
John
Fear not John. A lot of gamers only organise themselves 5 days ahead.
9th October is the critical day
martin :)
I've added your game to the list Dex. I think we'll organise participants on the day.
I'll have another push of promoting the day. As Martin says I'd expect a few late sign ups closer to the day.
I ve put the Event on the Peter Pig Players Facebook group. Sorry if it says I am Hosting ? I think it's because I ve generated it for the group.
Miles
Seen it Miles. Thanks for that 👍
I was going to run the small Scenarios for Hammerin Iron that Martin has put on the website unless others want to do a proper game ? As these are relatively simple and quick. I have more than enough ships to cover the ones needed.
Miles
Sounds like just what is needed Miles
I've pushed the day on a few more Facebook groups again today.
Working title for my Classic AK47 game is 'The Siege of Sabotville.' Pulling together a new army for the event (thanks PP for the prompt postage as ever) as well as building additional terrain.
How do, gents? Been out of the loop for a little while but now back on it and raring to go.
Had hoped to come and bring an AK47 Reloaded game but now looking to come by train and suspect that might be a bit of a challenge! If hoping now to join and play another game that someone's put on, what's the best way to get involved?
Jimmy
Just join in Jimmy.
All games want you!
martin :)
Quote from: Jimmy James on September 23, 2023, 11:19:44 AMHad hoped to come and bring an AK47 Reloaded game
I can offer up the Classic.
That is a kind offer Dex & much appreciated! Have been approached by Martin B and may be able to get a Reloaded game on - but thank you. V kind.
As Jimmy said above, I offered a game of AK47 Republic Reloaded. I will supply the scenery (mat and templates) plus one army and Jimmy will bring his own army.
Best wishes,
Martin Buck
Unless someone has a strong desire to play it I'm thinking of leaving the Western game at home.
I've a very strong desire to play C&k and the Pirate raid game.
I've been approached by the venue who have asked if we are willing to reduce the number of tables to 7 and cap the number of players at 14 (we have 12 at the moment). This is due to other events being oversubscribed. I'm minded to agree to this. We currently have 5 games I think (AK47 Reloaded; 6mm Square Bashing, Pirate Raid, C&K, Hammerin Iron) which is a good number of games and I can bring Western if requested.
Sounds a good number of people and mix of games to me.
Hi John,
You've missed Dex's AK47 Republic "Classic" from your post above. Which gives us 6 games and 12 players.
Best wishes,
Martin Buck
Thanks for the correction Martin and apologies to Dex.
Apologies for the delay but I'm all signed up on the Element site now and looking forward to taking part in a couple of weeks!
Only two weeks to go.
martin :)
Yep. It will be good to see you Martin.
!!! There are now only 2 tickets available for the event. So if you are planning to come but haven't got your ticket yet please don't delay. !!!
Still just those two tickets available.
I am wondering where's best to park on the day, in the venue spaces or in the car park next door? I am presuming the former fill up quick and I have a couple of boxes of terrain and troops to lug.
Hi Dex,
Yes it would be good to sell those final tickets before Saturday.
Last year we drove round the venue car park and then went next door when we saw it was full. I'm sure there will be volunteers to help you in and out with your stuff.
Look forward to seeing you on Saturday.
Quote from: John in York on October 10, 2023, 01:55:57 PMLook forward to seeing you on Saturday.
Cheers John. And likewise.
Last night I laid out, and sorted out, all the terrain and minis for my Classic AK47 offering, 'The Siege of Sabotville.' So everything confirmed as good to go bar any players.
I'm bringing three armies, the third being a little more unusual for the game. It may get an outing in the afternoon session with the winning army of the morning session staying on.
So, if anyone fancies a bit of Classic AK47, you don't need to bring anything except dice and good humour.
Wow looking at the weather, will this "Soft Southern" might have to pack some Trousers for the up coming colder feel up North ?
I might not wear them, but I had better pack them !
Just sorting out my boxes of ships and bits for Hammerin Iron. I ve got the full range of PP models plus a lot of conversions and scratch builds, so might not have ever ship in the conflict ! I can cover a lot of the ship types that were used !
Please come and see, and say Hello.
Miles
I don't know about the NW but it's a lovely sunny day in York today.
Looking forward to seeing your fleets Miles. We have 2 people so far who have expressed an interest in playing HI.
The final numbers are 6 6 x 4 tables at the venue (which should be in a block).
6 games
12 tickets sold.
I'm still waiting some replies from 'non-hosts' on game preferences but that can always be sorted out on the day.
Aiming for a 0930 start.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday.
Hi, I've safely arrived at the Premier Inn, and relaxing in my room. Just the force list to copy out and quick skim of the rules to refresh my memory before tomorrow morning. I have booked my breakfast for 07:30 to give me plenty of time to pack up the room and get to the venue for 09:00.
I'm looking to a fun day tomorrow.
Best wishes,
Martin Buck
I hope you all have a wonderful day up North!
Simon
Myself and Martin G. Got to the Hotel, 1730.
Get in and food, and met up with Martin B.
A quick Recce At Element Games.
Then we played a game of CK.
Macedonians (Miles) v German Warbands (Martin/Martin)
Happy to report a small win for the Macedonians.
Breakfast 0730 and get there for 0845.
Miles
Thanks for the warm welcome today folks. Grand to meet you all. I'd love to do it again sometime.
Thanks to John for being the main man.
I thoroughly enjoyed both of my games though I find I'm setting new records for my loses.
Dex's AK table was stunning and a joy to play on. Thoroughly enjoyed my game and despite my heavy loss I think I got a propaganda victory by reporting news of a victory first 😂
I finally got to play Conquerors and Kings and despite being given Alexander's finest troops I still managed to get thrashed by some hairy barbarian types. All I can say is Alexander can't have use the blue Piggie dice when he conquered half of the world.
Lovely to see the chaps again. My ill health has kept me from visits south this year. But things are slowly improving and I'm hoping to be at the Weekender.
Quote from: Sean Clark on October 15, 2023, 12:08:18 AMThanks to John for being the main man.
I thoroughly enjoyed both of my games though I find I'm setting new records for my loses.
Dex's AK table was stunning and a joy to play on. Thoroughly enjoyed my game and despite my heavy loss I think I got a propaganda victory by reporting news of a victory first 😂
... But things are slowly improving and I'm hoping to be at the Weekender.
Cheers Sean
Kudos to John and lovely to meet you in the flesh. And everyone else too!
Quote from: Sean Clark on October 15, 2023, 12:08:18 AMThanks to John for being the main man.
I thoroughly enjoyed both of my games though I find I'm setting new records for my loses.
Dex's AK table was stunning and a joy to play on. Thoroughly enjoyed my game and despite my heavy loss I think I got a propaganda victory by reporting news of a victory first 😂
I finally got to play Conquerors and Kings and despite being given Alexander's finest troops I still managed to get thrashed by some hairy barbarian types. All I can say is Alexander can't have use the blue Piggie dice when he conquered half of the world.
Lovely to see the chaps again. My ill health has kept me from visits south this year. But things are slowly improving and I'm hoping to be at the Weekender.
Delighted you were able to make it to the big day, Sean, and to hear that your luck with the dice has remained consistent.
Hoping to see you next month in Weymouth!
Simon
Thank you to everyone who attended yesterday. A special thanks to those who made long journeys to put games on. It was great to see an oasis of PP games in a sea of sci-fi and fantasy.
It was Julian Bonny's vision to organise a regular Peter Pig meet up in the North. The events guy at EG told me that they are taking bookings for well into next year. If anyone wants to organise another one EG can be contacted via their website.
Thanks again.
John
We have 2 spaces at the Weymouth Peter Pig weekend in November
Contact me if you wish to attend
Stewart
Thank you all that put on and contributed to the day.
Yes we were surrounded by 40K, Star Wars and another Sci-fi/fantasy type game.
But we flew the flag for "Historical" and 15mm gaming ! (Even though I played 1/600th)
It was nice to see Sean, my Blue-Pink dice and the Macedonians won twice that weekend.
Thank you to the 2 who played Hammerin Iron, even though I Blew the Virginia out the water with the dreaded double 6 ? I "won" both games showing the system off.
(Must play more games up North? I had 100% record which is unheard of down here ! )
Even though it turned out to be an approximate 600 mile round trip for myself, I am happy to go again !
Miles
Hello,
I would like to add my thanks to the chorus above. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting everyone and the games on display.
I'm happy to support any future events within my travel limits.
Best wishes,
Martin Buck
I'm a bit late in doing so but just wanted to add my thanks to everyone who was involved in organising the day and running games. Had a great time and would be very happy to attend more in the future!
To add my belated thanks - what a smashing day, really enjoyed and appreciate the hard work put in gents. Thanks especially to Martin(B) for co-hosting a fun game of AK47R, and also to Martin(G) for the kind thought to share the pirate rules.
All the best
Jimmy