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  2. New Player Purchase List

    in The Arcanists

    Posted

    Thanks! Yep, a few guys from Friday Night Dice taught a friend and I the game. They were super friendly and nice and even stayed late to teach us. Do you go to FND? Where else do people play Malifaux in SoCal?

    We play just about anywhere Malifaux is sold in SoCal :) I know up North my brother is planning a tournament at a new store that's about to open up called JJ's.

    Your best bet is to join our facebook for the latest events and discussions. Right now we're running an end of year campaign, and wouldn't you know it- Arcanists just took the lead!

    http://www.facebook.com/groups/socalmalifaux/

  3. New Player Purchase List

    in The Arcanists

    Posted

    The updated list looks pretty spot on. You'll be able to cover a lot of strategies with your current list. If you are looking for a bit of speed and board control, you might consider a blister of Union Miners to give you some mobility and some added M&SU utility, and when he's available, I love the board control Willie adds.

    Welcome to SoCal Malifaux BTW! I'm assuming you have done some gaming up at Friday Night Dice?

  8. 10T Mei Feng

    in The Ten Thunders

    Posted

    I'm kinda with you on the Rail worker. I tend to go 0-1, unless I am aware of certain scenarios like lots of Slow to Die models, but even then 1 seems to be efficient. Shovel faster is also decent for your core, though.

    Willie is someone that is seeing more action for me of late. I like the board control he brings and many opponents feel they have to try to deal with him early, so he will often get the nod for me. Torakage are gonna be great for the placement and the occasional use of smoke bombs to further veil your crew.

  10. Malifaux demos, and open play. Costa Mesa CA 11-1

    in North America

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    That's right Orange County, I'm doing some substitute henching!

    My normal night at Comic Quest is canceled this week due to Halloween, and my main man twenty4seven can't make his Thursday night at Merc's so I'm subbing!

    Where:

    Mercenary Market: 2263 Fairview Rd. Ste P. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Ph (949) 722-8342

    When: Thursday, Nov 1 from 5pm-9pm

    See you there!

  12. Malifaux demos and open gaming- 10-17 Lake Forest, CA

    in North America

    Posted

    We have demo games offered very often.

    For example: the Wednesday Comic Quest demo day is held at least twice a month, and our weekly Malifaux play day is on Thursday nights at Mercenary Market in Costa Mesa. Between twenty4seven (Jake) and myself we'll have someone at Merc's every week for Malifaux demos, and there are few weekends where we don't have an event going on in SoCal.

    Your best bet is to hop on our facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/socalmalifaux/ and let us know what days/times you are available. With so many weekly and scheduled events going, you may have a hard time not finding something to go to, or someone to demo the game for you!

    If you live close to Comic Quest- shoot me a PM and I'd be more than happy to schedule a demo for you if Wednesday does not work out. :)

  21. SoCal Smackdown 9-21 to 9-23, Anaheim Southern California!!!!

    in North America

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    This is it! SoCal Malifaux's birthplace is now its homecoming!

    SoCal Smackdown- Orange County's Premier Gaming Convention is pleased to announce events by SoCal Malifaux:

    THIS IS NOT A DRILL.

    SoCal_Malifaux_New.jpg

    All Weekend

    Mayor of Malifaux- TO Octave Villar

    Description: (GM Octave Villar) Mayor Of Malifaux is a SoCal Smackdown Exclusive, and is for overall participation in SoCal Malifaux events. Over the course of the weekend, as you participate in events, play friendly games, teach new players, and do whatever it takes to prove you are “sown” for SoCal Malifaux, you’ll be earning votes in your campaign for mayor! What’s the prize this time? Something completely different, and something you won’t want to miss! Stop by the SoCal Malifaux booth to turn in your votes each day, and win the election for Mayor!

    Friday

    6:00pm – 10:30pm Scenario Encounters.

    Description: (GM Octave Villar): Choose from up to three different scenario encounters for up to 4 player, cooperative play. Ideal for newcomers to Malifaux, or those who are interested in learning how to play different crews/models. Players do not need to bring any materials- all materials will be provided, and small prizes will be raffled off to participants.

    1) Labor Uprising (Rail Crew vs. Guild) - Octave Villar

    2) Dead Man's Hand (Dark Debts vs. Anyone)- Jake Schrieber

    10:00 - Midnight - TEDDY BEAR RAMPAGE!

    GM:Noxweiler Berf

    The raw forces of magic contained within Malifaux have been unleashed by Pandora in a bid to destroy the Guild's control of the city once and for all...but the powers that Pandora has unleashed may be too much for even her to control. Lady Justice, Hoffman and Sonia Cridd are on the front lines against Pandora, Lilith and...Seamus. Due to the unparallelled magic that has been unleashed, strange manifestations are running rampant in DOWNTOWN! Can you and your team secure the necessary objectives to stop or control the magics that permeate Malifaux? Or will you end up as a late night snack for a roaming Teddy...or worse...

    6 players - 6 masters - 6 hungry teddy bears

    Saturday

    10AM-2PM Malifaux Achievement League - Laura Egger

    2 Rounds – 45min (20ss), 80min (25ss)

    Description: (GM Laura Egger): The Malifaux 1 Day Achievement League is a staple event for SoCal Malifaux. This 2 round event is ideal for brand new or casual players, and is focussed on teaching you how to play the game of Malifaux in a relaxed, “tournament-structured” environment. Players may bring their own crews or even borrow crews from SoCal Malifaux to participate! Prizes will be awarded for the top achiever and favorite opponent!

    12pm - 3pm Malifaux Masters Challenge - Aaron Nance

    Description:(GM Aaron Nance) Malifaux Master’s challenge is composed of mini-games such as Whack a Moleman and the Malifaux Rider’s Cup. Each mini game should take an hour or so to complete, and prizes will be raffled off to the winners. All game materials will be supplied to participants.

    3pm-5pm FO Gupps Frogger - Octave Villar

    Description: (GM Octave Villar) Prepare your three man teams for FO Gupps Frogger at SoCal Smackdown! This 2 hour mini event combines all the pressure of speed painting with the intensity of 1980's arcade gaming! Can you save your Gupps, or run over the other team in time for victory? All materials provided.

    5pm - 5:30pmpm Road to Smackdown Achievement League Awards Ceremony- Jake

    9pm-2AM Box Set Bash Team Tournament - Joe Morales

    - 25ss - 3 Rounds – 90 Minutes Each

    Description: (GM Joe Morales) Malifaux Box-Set Bash is a two-player “intermediate play” tourney. The tourney is designed for players of mixed skill levels, so bring a friend! Each player countrols a separate, legal 25ss crew (teams must be of the same faction) in a 3 round tournament. Crews must contain at least one of each different type of minion included in their selected master’s box set.

    Sunday

    10am – 5pm The Krampus Kup - Jake Schreiber

    25ss - Single Faction - Domination Format - 3 Rounds – 90 Minutes Each

    Description: (GM Jake Schreiber): The Krampus Kup is a 3 round, 25ss Tournament that follows Gaining Grounds rules. Registration begins at 10:00AM and the tournament begins promptly at 11am.

    Held at the Anaheim Convention Center, September 21st-23rd!

    For tickets and registration, see http://Socalsmackdown.com

    For more info, see: http://www.facebook.com/groups/socalmalifaux/ or PM Ebonstar on these forums.

    Tickets are on sale now! Event slots are filling up fast!

    Register for Smackdown today!

  23. SoCal Malifaux at Strategicon Gateway 8-31 to 9-2, Los Angeles CA

    in North America

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    Just got back from GenCon???

    Waiting for your order to come in???

    Can't wait to see the new plastic stuff???

    Or maybe you just like hanging out nearby airports and demanding fast food at a drive thru with no vehicle.

    Either way, it's time for Strategicon's final convention of the year: Gateway 2012!

    And SoCal Malifaux is back to show off some of their new kit.

    Schedule of Events:

    All Weekend Long (10am-Midnight): Enjoy Malifaux demos courtesy of SoCal Malifaux.

    Friday, 8-31: Scenario Encounters, "Dead Man's Hand". 4 player Coop scenario featuring the new Dark Debts crew. 6pm-10pm

    Saturday, 9-1: Malifaux 1-Day Achievement League. Our favorite non-tournament, tournament. 2 rounds + bonus round. Registration at 1pm. Games start at 2pm.

    Sunday: 9-2: Malifaux Lightning League: Just play a lotta games, and hurry! Games begin at 11am and end at 2pm.

    Saturday night enjoy a preview of a game we're calling "FO Gupps Frogger." That's about all we can say. Preview begins at 10pm.

    Bonus Event: Be on the lookout for Eatenbypotchky (you know, that dude dressed up as Collodi at GenCon!) who will be running painting demos and contests over the weekend.

    Where? Sheraton Gateway Hotel, Los Angeles California:

    Check out http://strategicon.net/ for details, or PM me on these forums.

    Cya there!!!

  25. Girlfriend and I looking to start.

    in Malifaux Discussion

    Posted · Edited by Ebonstar

    Welcome to Malifaux!

    For economic reasons, I'd say just use starters until you get a good feel for the mechanics. It shouldn't take long for you since you have the WM/H background. I wouldn't worry too much about balance until you understand what your first purchases might be.

    Now with your 2 particular boxes, Lady J would be at 19ss of minions and the Viks would be at 24ss, so you might consider at first dropping one of the Mercenaries from the Viks box to hit 18ss (so Johan) and playing a few 20ss games.

    Edit: Ninja'd! What's up Deus?

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