Wow! Designed by Mike Mornard & fought on a sand table, like attendees of early Gen Cons. Exciting miniatures game heavily incorporated into D&D!
Long Description:
This Chainmail historical scenario will be conducted on the Legends of Wargaming Sand Table ensconced at the center of the Gen Con 50 Horticultural Hall exhibit on the 50-yard-line of Lucas Oil Stadium! The Battle on the Ice recreates the historic battle fought by Prince Alexander Nevsky of Russia against the crusading Teutonic Knights! The referee will be none other than Michael Mornard an early participant in Gary Gygax's wargaming club, the LGTSA, and the playtesting of Dungeons & Dragons. One of the few people to be a player in Dave Arneson's Blackmoor, Gary Gygax's and Rob Kuntz's Greyhawk, and M.A.R. Barker's Empire of the Petal Throne. Indeed, Michael played Chainmail on Gary Gygax’s own sand table! Test your tactical skills in this exciting historical Chainmail miniatures game with someone who was there at the beginning!
Event Type:
HMN - Historical Miniatures
Game System:
Chainmail
Rules Edition:
1st
Minimum Players:
4
Maximum Players:
8
Age Required:
Teen (13+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)