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Read more about the article Impromptu Voiceover Booth with Cigar Box Battle in 2022

Impromptu Voiceover Booth with Cigar Box Battle in 2022

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:September 21, 2022
  • Post last modified:September 20, 2022
  • Reading time:11 mins read
  • Post category:Hobby Tips/Cigar Box Battle/Reviews

In this post, I talk about using Cigar Box Battle gaming mats as an impromptu voiceover booth. This one is not really a gaming post, but rather a post about…

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Read more about the article My Miniature Gaming Studio Space

My Miniature Gaming Studio Space

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:February 21, 2022
  • Post last modified:August 25, 2022
  • Reading time:9 mins read
  • Post category:News & Previews/Uncategorized

You've heard me talk about my miniature gaming studio space before, but now it is coming together. In this post, I invite you to come take a look as I…

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Read more about the article Must Contain Minis on The Canadian Wargamer Podcast

Must Contain Minis on The Canadian Wargamer Podcast

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:October 17, 2021
  • Post last modified:October 17, 2021
  • Reading time:7 mins read
  • Post category:News & Previews/Uncategorized

Looking for something to listen to this work week? I made a special guest appearance on the Canadian Wargamer Podcast. On their show, I talk about young people (compared to…

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Read more about the article The Canadian Wargamer – A New Podcast

The Canadian Wargamer – A New Podcast

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:August 15, 2021
  • Post last modified:August 15, 2021
  • Reading time:6 mins read
  • Post category:Uncategorized/Musings/News & Previews

If you are interested in the Canadian Gaming Miniatures Scene, then The Canadian Wargamer podcast might have you covered. James (of the Rabbits in My Basement) and Mike (of The…

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Read more about the article Happy Canada Day 2021

Happy Canada Day 2021

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:July 1, 2021
  • Post last modified:July 1, 2021
  • Reading time:1 mins read
  • Post category:Musings

For all of my Canadian readers, I want to quickly wish you a Happy Canada Day. Canada Day this year is taking on a different tone. We are still dealing…

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Read more about the article Making Obscure Miniatures Games “Normal”

Making Obscure Miniatures Games “Normal”

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:October 23, 2018
  • Post last modified:April 22, 2022
  • Reading time:7 mins read
  • Post category:Musings

In this post, I discuss my attraction towards obscure miniatures games and ponder how to introduce these games to a more main-stream audience. Any feedback that you can provide in the…

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Read more about the article Frostgrave: Which Wizard Should Dave Choose?

Frostgrave: Which Wizard Should Dave Choose?

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:October 6, 2016
  • Post last modified:July 1, 2021
  • Reading time:3 mins read
  • Post category:Frostgrave/28mm/Musings/Osprey Games/RAFM/Reaper Miniatures

Lately I have been gearing up to get in some games of Frostgrave and Konflikt '47 by Osprey Publishing. An opponent has been lined up for both games and today…

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Read more about the article What a Great Time to be a Miniature Wargamer!!!

What a Great Time to be a Miniature Wargamer!!!

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:October 4, 2016
  • Post last modified:June 5, 2021
  • Reading time:6 mins read
  • Post category:Musings

What a great day to be a wargamer! I purchased my ticket to Council Fires in Brantford and made my Frostgrave Purchase for Forgotten Pacts. Both of these items I am…

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Read more about the article Growing Excitement – Bolt Action 2 and Konflikt ’47

Growing Excitement – Bolt Action 2 and Konflikt ’47

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:September 8, 2016
  • Post last modified:May 23, 2021
  • Reading time:4 mins read
  • Post category:28mm/Bolt Action/Konflikt '47/Musings/Osprey Games

Today I received a Newsletter in my email from Warlord Games and boy was I blown away. Tons of great content in there about games that I am really excited…

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Read more about the article Origins 2017?

Origins 2017?

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:September 4, 2016
  • Post last modified:May 23, 2021
  • Reading time:2 mins read
  • Post category:Musings/Convention/Events

Today, I am looking for feedback from my readers. For many years, I have considered attending GenCon and Adepticon as my dream Vacations. I have gone to neither, but want…

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Read more about the article Local Bolt Action Scene

Local Bolt Action Scene

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:August 31, 2016
  • Post last modified:May 23, 2021
  • Reading time:4 mins read
  • Post category:28mm/Bolt Action/Musings

Today's post is a reflection and general discussion of Bolt Action in my Area. Last night I went to my favourite local gaming store in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, and I…

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Read more about the article The Bell of Lost Souls Alliance

The Bell of Lost Souls Alliance

  • Post author:Jacob Stauttener
  • Post published:August 26, 2016
  • Post last modified:May 23, 2021
  • Reading time:2 mins read
  • Post category:News & Previews

Update: April 2018 - The Bell of Lost Souls Alliance Game Network no longer exists, but be sure to keep an eye on us as we plan to publish some…

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