Month: August 2023

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3D Printing and Wargaming

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3D printing has had a significant impact on various industries, and wargaming is no exception. How has 3D printing influenced wargaming? 3D printing allows wargamers to create highly customized miniatures and terrain pieces. This level of customization was almost impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. Players opting to use…

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Prepping and painting Wargaming miniatures

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Prepping and painting wargaming miniatures can be a rewarding and enjoyable hobby. Whether you’re painting Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, or any other wargaming miniatures, here are some general steps to help you get started: Gather your supplies: You’ll need a variety of materials for painting miniatures. This includes paintbrushes…

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How do they make wargaming miniatures?

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The process of creating wargaming miniatures involves several stages, from design and sculpting to production and distribution. Here’s a general overview of how wargaming miniatures are made: Concept and Design: The process begins with conceptualizing the miniatures. Game designers and artists work together to create sketches and concept art for…

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Solo Wargaming

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Solo wargaming is a way for individuals to enjoy wargames and tabletop battles without the need for a human opponent. This can be particularly useful when finding opponents isn’t feasible or when you want to play on your own terms. Here are some approaches and tips for solo wargaming: Use…

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Wargaming Conventions and Shows

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Wargaming conventions and shows are events where wargaming enthusiasts gather to share their love for the hobby, showcase their miniatures, play games, attend seminars, and interact with fellow gamers, designers, and manufacturers. These events provide an excellent opportunity to learn, socialize, and immerse yourself in the wargaming community. Here are…

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Wargaming Miniature Manufacturers

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There are numerous manufacturers that specialize in producing military miniatures for wargaming and diorama purposes. Listed below are some well-known and popular military miniature manufacturers: Games Workshop: Games Workshop is a renowned manufacturer known for their Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 fantasy and science fiction miniatures. While not specifically historical, they…

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Wargaming Blogs

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Here are some other popular wargaming blogs that provide regular updates, insights, and discussions on various aspects of the hobby: Bloody Big Battles Blog: Mainly devoted to the “Bloody Big BATTLES!” wargames rules (BBB): scenarios being developed or play tested; games played; figures and terrain; and also to any of…

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Wargaming Websites

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There are literally hundreds of websites dedicated to wargaming that provide a wealth of information, resources, and community engagement for wargaming enthusiasts. These websites cover a wide range of topics, including game reviews, strategy articles, hobby tips, and forums for discussion. Below are some notable wargaming websites: The Virtual Armchair…

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Rules for ACW Wargaming

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There are several popular American Civil War (ACW) rule sets available for wargaming : Bloody Big BATTLES! (BBB): Rules by Chris Pringle. Not many rule sets can handle the whole of Chancellorsville, or let you fight all three days of Gettysburg in an evening, but BBB can. Fire and Fury:…