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BLACK POWDER II
A Fanboy’s eye view
Wargaming with the 303 Squadron
hurricane
Designer’s Notes and New Rules
SONS OF MARS
plus : warg a m e r s’ s pac e s , di s t re s si ng m df, m on t e c assi no an d LOTS mor e!
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THIS MONTH
wargames illustrated issue wi373 november 2018
from the editor
This month we commemorate one hundred years since the end of World War One,
perhaps the most poignant time for those alive now to reflect on the loss of life during a
previous generation. This November also hosts another commemoration or more correctly
celebration in the form of one hundred years of Polish independence.
When casting our net in 2017 for theme ideas for this month several of our regular
contribuotrs suggested marking this occasion with a magazine theme based on wargaming
the Poles at war, fighting in their own national struggles and those of other nations. So, our
Poland at War theme was born.
It wasn’t difficult to draw on the martial prowess of the Polish warrior to create six articles
(we could have had more!) featuring: Winged Hussars, The Polish Legion, Pilots of the 303
Squadron and the
Wojska Lądowe
of World War Two. We have also included an interview
with Wargamer Studios of Warsaw, for an insight into the Polish gaming scene.
Outside of our theme content we have got a super-sized Observation Post for you, with a
focus on ‘new stuff’ we spotted at the Colours wargames show and the Warlord Games
Open Day.
By popular demand we have cajoled Gary Faulkner to return to our pages, following on
from his series of articles on getting the most out of your MDF buildings, with further
tricks and tips.
We also continue our irregular ‘Wargaming Spaces’ series this month, with a move away
from the grandiose to the more bijou - a converted modest garage. We are looking for this
series to keep running (featuring the grand to the compact and everything in-between), so if
you have a wargames room, space, area, closet, mansion you would like to share with us and
your fellow gamers - please do get in touch.
Happy reading and gaming.
Dan Faulconbridge
Editor
Cover:
Our cover artwork is ‘303 Pilot’ by Neil Roberts.
observation post ...................
8
polish thunder ..................... 20
distressing your mdf
buildings ................................... 42
The figure top left is ‘The Polish Patriot (Tadeusz Kościuszko)’ from the Wargames Illustrated Giants
in Miniatures range. He is seen again below, with American troops of the Continental Army, from
Wargames Factory. For his whole life Kościuszko fought for an independent Poland. His adventures led
him from his homeland in Lithuania to the fledgling United States, then back to Europe to fight in the
Kościuszko uprising of 1794. The figure is based on his statue in Washington DC.
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OBSERVATION POST .......................... 8
A special look at what we ‘Spotted At’…
the Colours show in Newbury, UK, plus a
close up on what was in the cabinets at the
last Warlord Open Day!
THEME:
POLISH THUNDER ............. 20
Colonel (Retd.) Bill Gray looks at the
impact of the
Husaria
on the tabletop
battlefield.
BLACK POWDER second edition:
A fanboy’s eye VIEW ..................... 28
Steve Wood, ardent fan of the
Black Powder
rules, takes a critical look at what’s new and
worth noting in the new edition.
Different Scale, Same Passion
32
Some hardened campaigners discuss the
relative merits of bringing their experience
as re-enactors to the tabletop and vice versa.
THEME:
THE POLISH LEGION
1795 - 1815 ......................................... 36
Military historian Vincent Rospond charts
the rise of the Polish Legion during
the period of the Revolutionary and
Napoleonic Wars.
modelling:
distressing your
mdf buildings ................................ 42
Following the success of his recent three
part series on painting and modelling with
MDF buildings, we asked Gary Faulkner to
“give us more!” and he has obliged....
THEME:
company profile
wargamer studios ................... 50
The team behind the popular
By Fire and
Sword
rules tell us about their plans and
provide an insight into their company.
reimagining the crusades -
part 4 - the troop types ......... 54
The latest installment in author Steve
Tibble’s quest to bring a more accurate
Crusade to the world of wargaming.
THEME:
THE POLISH LEGION
1914 - 1920 ........................................ 60
Vincent Rospond continues the story
of the Polish Legion, focusing on their
service during WWI and its aftermatch.
DESIGNER’S NOTES +:
SONS OF MARS ................................. 64
A close look at the ideas behind the
creation of this gladiatorial combat game,
plus some exclusive new rules content.
THEME:
303 SQUADRON ............... 70
In this article Dom Sore discusses the
contribution made by this unit of Polish
exiles in the defence of Britain and their
efforts to hit back at Germany.
WARGAMES AT THE EDGE OF
APOCALYPSE ........................................... 76
Paul Leach takes us to the edge of
Apocalypse and beyond.
THEME:
the poles at MONTE
CASSINO ........................................... 82
Dom Sore looks at the contribution
made by Polish troops during the bloody
assaults at Cassino during WWII.
PAINTING A IROQUOIs WARRIOR 88
Bob Murch of the marvellous Pulp Figures
provides some guidelines for getting the
best from these new figures that support
the
Flint and Feather
ruleset.
DESIGNER’S NOTES:
last days .... 92
Ash Baker takes us through his motivations
and the design ideas of his recently
released Osprey zombie game.
MODEL SOLDIERS, MODERN OPERA
& TRENCH WARFARE ....................... 96
Dicky Boyd discusses an educational
project for children which used wargaming
and operatic music to convey the realities
of World War One.
wargamers’ spaces ...................... 98
David Bickley shows us his small but
beautifully formed converted garage come
wargames room.
reimagining the crusades -
part four: troop types ....... 54
wargames at the edge
of the apocalypse ................... 76
painting an iroquois
warrior ......................................... 88
last days ....................................... 92
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UNCLE DUKE SEIFRIED
19 AUGUST 1935 - 29 SEPTEMBER 2018
It was with great sadness that, just before going to press with this issue of
Wargames Illustrated, we learnt of the death of Bruce Seifried.
Affectionately known as Duke, or ‘Uncle Duke’ within the hobby, he was a
giant of the miniature gaming world and one of the pioneers of the American
scene. A charter member of the HMGS Legion of Honor, as well as a Scruby
award winner, Duke was also in the Game Manufacturers Association (GAMA)
Hall of Fame.
On the US convention circuit Duke’s gaming ‘Extravaganzas’ became the main
attraction at any show he attended, and we were also proud to feature his games
in the pages of Wargames Illustrated on many occasions.
To find out more about Duke, his life in and beyond wargaming, please head to
the https://www.hmgs.org/page/UncleDuke.
In celebration of just some of Uncle Duke’s wargaming Extravaganzas and
achievements we have pulled several of our articles featuring his work from
The Vault and made them available for everyone to view on the Wargames
Illustrated website. Search for ‘Uncle Duke’ from our homepage.
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coveted Hall of Fame
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MUTINA 43 BC
Mark Antony’s struggle for survival
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In the aftermath of the murder of Gaius Julius
Caesar, his self-declared successor Mark Antony
struggled to hold together his legacy. Following
an abortive coup attempt by Caesar’s adopted
son Octavian, two of Antony’s legions declared
for him, leading to a renewed outbreak of civil war.
Antony moved into northern Italy and invaded the city of Mutina, which was
held by Decimus Brutus. There they were quickly sandwiched between the city
walls on one side and the newly arrived Senate-backed forces of Octavian on
the other.
These two heirs of Caesar then fought to claim their former mentor’s legacy.
Fully illustrated with specially commissioned artwork and maps, this is the
full story of the battles which would see Octavian move from being a young,
inexperienced aristocrat to the dominating figure of Augustus.
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2018
Drum roll please…. 2018 sees the continuation of ‘gongs’ for your hobby, after the success of last years
Wargames illustrated
Awards as chosen by you, the
WI
readers.This year we will again be awarding prestigious trophies for: rules, games, figures and
manufacturers who have been voted king of the hill, top of the list, A-number one in ten different wargames related categories.
As well as immeasurable kudos, the winners will receive a no expense spared
trophy and an award logo to proudly display on their website and literature.
All the award winners will be chosen by
Wargames Illustrated
readers and Facebook followers.
Get your thinking caps on and choose your favorite in the following categories:
1. Best Wargames Rules/Game
2. Best Miniature Manufacturer
3. Best Range of Miniatures
4. Best Wargames Terrain, Accessory or Building Manufacturer
5. Best Customer Service (from any business within the hobby)
6. Best Wargames Convention/Event (2018)
7. Best New Rules/Game (2018)
8. Best Issue of
Wargames Illustrated
(2018) - No award for this one - just interested!
9. Best
Wargames Illustrated
Article (2018) - Award goes to the contributor concerned
You can vote in any one of four ways -
MAIL:
Wargames Illustrated Ltd. 29 Eldon Business Park, Attenborough, Nottingham. NG9 6DZ
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or leave a message with your choices.
Only one vote allowed per person. You can vote for any or all categories (just leave off
any categories you don’t want to vote in. Voting closes 1st December 2018. For more
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AS VOTED FOR BY YOU...
Here’s a reminder of 2017’s winners
1. Best Wargames Rules/Game -
Chain of Command
2. Best Miniature Manufacturer -
Perry Miniatures
3. Best Range of Miniatures -
Frostgrave
4. Best Wargames Accessories -
4Ground
5. Best Customer Service -
Warlord Games
6. Best Wargames Convention/Event (2017) -
Salute
7. Best New Rules/Game (2017) -
Test of Honour
8. Best Issue of
Wargames Illustrated
(2017) -
WI355 May
9. Best
Wargames Illustrated
Article (2017) -
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