JMGraham Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 (edited) My wargaming club (the Bellingham Warhamsters) will be putting on a 2 day tournament in Bellingham, WA. I’ll update this page on a regular basis as new info becomes available. If you’d like to help advertise (or just want to look at pretty pictures) you can find a flyer by following THIS FINELY CRAFTED INTERWEB LINK. The Bellingham Warhamsters Present: The Strange Case of Phineas Tillinghast A Malifaux Grand Tournament in the Narrative Style Date: Walpurgis Night, April 30th through May 1st Time: 9 AM Saturday to 4 PM Sunday Location: Eagles Games; 221 West Holly St,, Bellingham, WA; Store Phone: (360) 671-1913 Cost: $30 before April 21st, $40 April 21st and after Size: Due to planning constraints, the tournament will be capped at 20 participants. Sign up early to reserve your spot - we expect it to fill up! The Proper Attitude The Warhamsters take their gaming seriously, but value fun and camaraderie above all else. Thus, you are encouraged to bring an attitude conducive to an exciting, fun, and relaxing weekend. Please check any must-win attitudes at the door. We have some great microbreweries and an amazing donut shop within walking distance of the event site, and random gaming and shenanigans is likely to keep us up most of the night. Meet new friends, visit old friends, but above all – have fun! Rules: • Select one Master to use for the entire weekend. • Select a pool of up to 50 soulstones of models . • Game sizes will range between 25 and 45 soulstones, depending on the scenario. • All models used (not including summoned models) must be selected from the initial pool of models. • All models must be fully painted (at least 3 colors) and based. • First round pairings will be random (or grudge matches); subsequent pairings will be determined by total victory points. • More details will follow, but expect interesting scenarios linked by a narrative. Prizes for Winners: In the typical Warhamster spirit of challenging but non-competitive “good times” we’ve intentionally removed incentives for trouncing one’s opponent. Instead of showering the winners with prizes, winners just get trophies. Three trophies will be given: Best Gunslinger – The player with the most victory points for the weekend Best Lookin’ – The player with the best looking crew (as voted by the players) Best Storyteller – The player who is the most fun to play (as voted by the players) Prizes for Everyone: Rather than showering the winners with prizes, we’d like to shower EVERYONE with prizes! As Eagles Games will be donating the space to play, more than 100% of the proceeds of the tournament will go into swag, giveaways, and prizes. How is it possible to get more than 100%? We’ll be trying something new. In order to build interest in the tournament (and generate additional funds to create more swag), we’ll be selling some of the give-aways before the tournament. That way, those unable to attend the tournament can still get some of the cool swag, and in doing so create even more awesomeness for those attending the tournament. While we don’t want to give away all of our secrets ahead of time, expect: • A custom-designed deck of cards (kind of the Malifaux equivalent of custom dice) • Custom engraved wood counters • A custom miniature sculpted and cast for the tournament • A terrain piece, objective, or two. • And more! Of course, some of the proceeds (and generosity of the sponsors) will go into the prize table. The plan is to have a variety of good stuff (including a boxed set or two, some blisters, etc.) and determine who gets first pick by raffle. There should be enough that everyone walks away with something from the prize table. Enough already, man, how do I sign up?: The attendee list for the tournament is currently full; however, if you'd like to be put on a waiting list, please send an e-mail to jim(dot)graham(at)wwu(dot)edu with "Malifaux GT" as the topic (and, of course, replacing the (dot)s and (at)s with the appropriate symbols. We'll be asking folks who are on the current attendee list to make payment by March 31st. At that point, we'll contact folks on the waiting list if there are any openings. We'll be accepting payment in advance using Paypal, but don't send any money until you've been cleared by Jim - we don't want folks sending money if there aren't any spaces left. Alternatively, come by the Eagles gameroom any Tuesday evening between 5pm and 10pm or so and pay in person (if Jim's not there, just about any Warhamster will do - just make sure they know what it's for and WHO it is for). Purchase cool swag to help fund the tournament by following this link Follow the progress of the terrain and swag by following this link Attendees Paid List: Mark Hanford (Mach5) Tony Penksa (tpenksa) Steve (Yarbicus) Ryan (Onayr) Chris (BrotherSir) Josh (kogre) Andy (Android) Dan (Veskit) Matt (Goblyn13) Riley Evan (stark1261) Ray Bannon (Rage) Corey (VonVilkee) Darren (Distaff) Ryan Budd Adam (Malsqueek) jasonbeauchene Jay (Jay) Nathan (nathonicus) Dark Alleycatwalpurgis.pdf Edited April 12, 2011 by JMGraham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach_5 Posted January 15, 2011 Report Share Posted January 15, 2011 You know I'm in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 A couple of updates. My project log for the tournament is here: http://wyrd-games.net/forum/showthread.php?p=196184#post196184 The "exploding swag" garage sale is here, with some cool custom corpse/scrap counters up for sale: http://wyrd-games.net/forum/showthread.php?p=196183#post196183 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortythree Posted January 17, 2011 Report Share Posted January 17, 2011 And me (obviously)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeyclops Posted January 17, 2011 Report Share Posted January 17, 2011 You got me all excited until I saw the "W" instead of an "M" in Bellingham, WA Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 You got me all excited until I saw the "W" instead of an "M" in Bellingham, WA Have fun! Road trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rage Posted February 1, 2011 Report Share Posted February 1, 2011 I'll be there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted February 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2011 Just an update - a list of attendees has been added to the first post. We're pretty close to our tourney maximum in regards to those who have expressed interest and reserved a spot (19 out of 20, but only 10 of those have paid so far), but it's always possible that some of the folks expressing interest will be unable to attend for some reason or another. In other words, if you're interested in attending, drop me a line and I'll be happy to put you on the list (and we can develop an "alternate" list if need be). Looking forward to it - it should be a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted February 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Updated the first post. The attendee list is currently full. Unfortunately, because of venue restraints, we do have to hold the field to 20 people. However, if you'd like to be put on a waiting list (to be serviced starting April 1st), let me know. We do plan on making this an annual tournament that we hope to see grow in size over the years; as such, expect there to be more space next year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
othree Posted April 8, 2011 Report Share Posted April 8, 2011 I just learned/ got into Malifaux at Adepticon so Im a little late for the tourney sign up (and not sharp enough on all the rules yet) but I will be keeping my eye out for future events. I may drive up (Aberdeen) to see this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rage Posted April 8, 2011 Report Share Posted April 8, 2011 Feel free to head on up! If you're looking for a pick-up game Saturday or Sunday evening, I'd be happy to get some more games in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippieshopper Posted April 8, 2011 Report Share Posted April 8, 2011 Is there still room in the tourney? I figure it's a bit late to ask =P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach_5 Posted April 9, 2011 Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 Never too late to ask, but yeah it's full. Could throw yourself on the wait list if you`re interested, in case anyone has to bail out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rage Posted April 9, 2011 Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 Pretty sure everyone on the list has paid and is dedicated to coming, but try sending JMGraham a message just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted April 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 One spot unpaid, and Dark Alleycat has first dibs. If he says "No Thanks", it;s yours, Hippieshooter. FWIW, this first year is something of a trial. If it goes over well (and it seems that it will), we'll go bigger next year. We definitely hope it will be an annual thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippieshopper Posted April 9, 2011 Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 I hope so too, it seems unlikely I will be able to attend, but next year is another matter =] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
othree Posted April 9, 2011 Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 Ill be sure to bring my minis if I head up. They are next on the ever growing painting block so hopefully Ill have some colors splashed on them. Just waiting on some base inserts from another company. The way it goes I may it may be the next time I get to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted April 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 Not 100% sure how feasible it will be space-wise, but I'll do my best to set up a few extra boards for pick-up play. At the very least, Saturday evening will see plenty of pick-up games and general open-gaming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Alleycat Posted April 9, 2011 Report Share Posted April 9, 2011 As much as I hate to disappoint a fellow fan of Rob Zombie...I am SOOO there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted April 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Wohoo! We've got a full roster, folks! I'll have more details, including a schedule, directions, and a "need to bring" list posted later this week. The Participants: Mark Hanford (Mach5) Tony Penksa (tpenksa) Steve (Yarbicus) Ryan (Onayr) Chris (BrotherSir) Josh (kogre) Andy (Android) Dan (Veskit) Matt (Goblyn13) Riley Evan (stark1261) Ray Bannon (Rage) Corey (VonVilkee) Darren (Distaff) Ryan Budd Adam (Malsqueek) jasonbeauchene Jay (Jay) Nathan (nathonicus) Dark Alleycat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veskit Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 If you don't mind travelling a bit farther north there is this: http://www.wyrd-games.net/forum/showthread.php?t=19915 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Walpurgis Eve is nearly here! Due to unforeseen circumstances, one of the participants needed to drop out. As such there is one spot left at this tourney - If anyone is interested, please drop me a PM or an e-mail at jim(dot)graham(at)wwu(dot)edu ASAP!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannypana Posted May 6, 2011 Report Share Posted May 6, 2011 You got me all excited until I saw the "W" instead of an "M" in Bellingham, WA Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonvilkee Posted May 10, 2012 Report Share Posted May 10, 2012 We had a second annual one of these again this year. However I suppose due to space we sold out very quickly... I checked here to pipe in with experiences and add a how it went but this is old... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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