AdeptiCon Talks

AdeptiCon Talks - Warlord Games Demo Team

Adepticon — Wed, 18 Mar 2015 02:36:14 +0000

Carl from the Independent Characters sits down and talks with Jon Russell who will be spearheading the Warlord Games Demo efforts at AdeptiCon 2015. They discuss Jon's history with Warlord Games, plans for AdeptiCon, some of the interesting aspects of Bolt Action and Gates of Antares, and how to easily get into Bolt Action!

Bolt Action events will be occuring in the Schaumburg Ballroom West all weekend long!

AdeptiCon Talks - The D6 Generation

Adepticon — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 04:28:20 +0000

Carl from the Independent Characters sits down and talks with Craig Gallant of The D6 Generation! They discuss The D6 Generation’s involvement with AdeptiCon, the future of board gaming at AdeptiCon, the Sunday night board gaming extravaganza, what Craig has been playing lately and what games he is most looking forward to.

Craig and Russ will both be at AdeptiCon, look for them near the board gaming area all weekend!

AdeptiCon Talks - Andy Chambers

Adepticon — Mon, 02 Mar 2015 15:41:29 +0000

Carl from the Independent Characters sits down and talks with the our Guest of Honor, Andy Chambers! Once known as the “40K Overfiend”, Andy’s influence on Games Workshop’s universe is indisputable. Andy is a veteran writer and games designer with more than twenty five years experience in creating games dominated by giant robots, spaceships and dangerous aliens.

AdeptiCon Talks - Pirates!!!

Adepticon — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 20:46:04 +0000

Carl from the Independent Characters sits down and talks with the scurvy scalawags behind the pirate game to end all pirate games! Raid, trade, and, cannonade your way around this 800 SQ. FT. board collecting gold and infamy from a dozen Island locations. Beware! Ruthless Cannibals, a terrifying ghost ship and even the legendary Kraken stand ready to consume your crew and drag you to the depths!

Adepticon Talks - Crystal Brush 2015

Adepticon — Tue, 09 Dec 2014 23:37:17 +0000

We sit down with Jen Haley of Cool Mini or Not and the Crystal Brush to answer a few questions on how the event might work for new entrants. New categories, new rules, online voting, miniature transportation, and encouragement are all giving in this episode. So grab a brush and enjoy.

Firestorm Armada - Adepticon Talks

Adepticon — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 21:26:39 +0000

Spartan Games Firestorm Armada debuts at Adepticon 2015. We sit down the the Organizers to get the lowdown.

Warhammer Fantasy Championships Adepticon 2015

Adepticon — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 03:30:57 +0000

Today Andrew gets to sit down with Alex Gonzales (lead Fantasy Organizer) and talk about the Warhammer Fantasy Championships event!

Volunteer Opportunites - Adepticon Talks

Adepticon — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:11:10 +0000

At the heart of Adepticon every year is the amazing volunteer corp that gives endless amounts of time for terrain, set up, tear down, and helps to keep the events we love going strong. We sit down with Jennifer Mehrstedt, the volunteer co-coordinator for Adepticon 2015, and her husband Chris to discuss the process of volunteering including, how can you help, what can be done to help, what you get in return for helping? So take a moment and listen, and we hope that you will be willing to join the Adepticon 2015 volunteer family. If you are interested in assisting or just getting more information Jen can be reached via koz8248 at yahoo.com.

Adepticon Talks Hobby seminars

Adepticon — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 21:32:29 +0000

Adepticon Hobby Czars Chris Borer and Dave Pauwels sit down to discuss the slate of events for the new and improved hobby space at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center. If you are interested in an early heads up on the instructors, classes, and the hobby area pull up a chair and join us for a chat about Adepticon 2015.

Geek Nation Tours and 2015 Trips available

Adepticon — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 01:22:05 +0000

Teras is back this year to talk about Adepticon and his trips he provides via Geek Nation Tours. Geek Nation Tours has a long history with Adepticon and they offer such services as Exclusive first chance at purchasing your favorite events, preferred check-in, and the ability to meet people well known in the gaming industry (Such as representitives from Mantic Games, Cool Mini or Not, Out Law Miniatures, your favorite Pro Painters, and Podcast personalities). Be sure to check out this tour and others in full at:

http://www.geeknationtours.com/

or contact Teras Cassidy directly at:

headgeek@geeknationtours.com

WSS Magazine part 2

Adepticon — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 18:05:37 +0000

Jasper and Guy from Wargames Soldiers and Strategy Magazine sit down with us this week to take a look at what a full spectrum historical hobby magazine looks like. Themed issues, Online free content, and Youtube painting tutorials. We have divided this interview up into two parts. The week we dive into the results of the WSS Hobby poll, the various historical game systems, and how to get involved with the historical game scene.

WSS Magazine part 1

Adepticon — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 20:01:45 +0000

Jasper and Guy from Wargames Soldiers and Strategy Magazine sit down with us this week to take a look at what a full spectrum historical hobby magazine looks like. Themed issues, Online free content, and Youtube painting tutorials. We have divided this interview up into two parts. The first part is focused more on the actual magazine, Wargames Soldiers and Strategy. Next week we dive into the results of the WSS Hobby poll, the various historical game systems, and how to get involved with the historical game scene.

Iron Heart Artisans

Adepticon — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 20:36:02 +0000

Adepticon is the sum of a massive amount of moving parts. Volunteers, Terrain makers, Organizers, Attendees, Vendors and much more. Today we catch up to Alex Landing of Iron Heart Artisans, who helped Adepticon 2014 out in several of those categories. We discuss Iron Heart as a company, talk about the contributions Iron Heart provided to the terrain efforts. As well as discussing care and working with MDF terrain.

Adepticon Talks Industry Panel part 4 of 4

Adepticon — Thu, 10 Jul 2014 20:47:05 +0000

Part 4 of 4 from the Adepticon 2014 Industry Panel.

Adepticon Talks Industry Panel part 3 of 4

Adepticon — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 20:20:15 +0000

Part 3 of 4 from the Adepticon 2014 Industry Panel.

Adepticon Talks: Industry Panel 2 of 4

Adepticon — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 20:02:23 +0000

The second part of our four part Industry Panel from Adepticon 2014.

Adepticon Industry Panel 1/4

Adepticon — Thu, 19 Jun 2014 20:03:00 +0000

There were many new events on the schedule for Adepticon 2014. Adepticon talks decided to attend one in particular and record it for prosperity. The Miniature Hobby Business Panel, which was the Brain child of Mr Justin McCoy of Secret Weapon Miniatures. A one hour Q&A Panel bringing three of the great minds business minds present at Adepticon to one room to answer our questions on breaking into the business.

Miniature Hobby Business Panel - Insider Perspectives

Ronnie Renton - CEO of Mantic Games, Justin McCoy - President of Secret Weapon Miniatures and Iron Box Games, and Victoria Lamb of Victoria Lamb Miniatures, come together to field your questions on the miniature industry in this informal Q&A panel.

These companies represent three different perspectives on the miniature market -- and can provide insight whether you're simply curious about the inner workings of the industry, or looking to get into the business yourself.

This is Part 1 of a 4 part recording of this panel. If you found the panel to be of interest please reach out to Info@adepticon.org and let us know you would like to see more panels in the future.

Adepticon Vendor Hall Interviews

Adepticon — Thu, 15 May 2014 20:29:49 +0000

We round out the Adepticon 2014 vendor hall interviews with three shorter intervies. We start with Kevin Clark of Iron Box Games talking Angry Sheep and Skid Marks. Iron Box Games is a brain child of Kevin as well as Justin McCoy of Secret Weapon.

We then chat with James Hakola, Mr Dandy, well known for his resin models such as his Thunder Wolves, and various race specific defense lines.

Last but not least we turn to Outlaw Miniatures makers of the alternate Earth history game Wild West Exodus. Adepticon is one of the first conventions we get to see the great resin models and amazing plastics produced by the very successful WWX kick starter.

Adepticon Talks - Ronnie Renton of Mantic Games

Adepticon — Thu, 08 May 2014 20:56:39 +0000

Sunday we caught up to Mr. Ronnie Renton of Mantic Games. Mantic had been extremely busy over Adepticon, having brought several of the new Battlezone modular terrain kits, as well as Deadzone. We discuss kickstarter, Mars Attacks, Kings of War, and look towards the future of Mantic Games.

Aetherium Wrap up

Adepticon — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 20:48:21 +0000

It seems the hybrid board/miniature game Aetherium was one of the surprise hits from Adepticon 2014. We sit down one last time with Brian, Chris and Vince while the Kickstarter has a few days left to go. We chat about the Adepticon experience, what we can expect post Kickstarter, the next races, how we will be able to get the next factions, competitive vs casual play and a host of other topics. So sit back and lets enter the Aetherium.

Adpeticon Talks - Con floor coverage - Cool Mini

Adepticon — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 20:28:53 +0000

Spencer Reeve from Cool Mini stops by to talk about the Intro events for Wrath of Kings and Dark Age. We get the scoop on Wrath of Kings, Cool Mini Expo and we touch base on the return of Confrontation!

Vendor Hall interviews part 1

Adepticon — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 20:55:07 +0000

Adepticon may be officially wrapped up and packed up for the 2014 season, Adepticon Talks isn't ready to go quietly. We took time out of the convention to grab a handful of Vendors to share what cool things they hahd brought to the convention.

We open up with John Cadice, and Ross Thompson of Soda Pop/Ninja Division. The guys had brought the demo set up for Relic Knights, the soon to be released Anime inpired game of amazing awesomeness! As well as the pre-production models from the highly successful Super Dungeon Explore Kickstarter. Then we turn to the man behind Secret Weapon Miniatures, and the brains behind Adepticons first industry panel, Mr Justin McCoy.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Anvil Eight

Adepticon — Thu, 27 Mar 2014 17:35:56 +0000

Adepticon has been a miniature gaming convention for gamers, by gamers for the past 12 years. Some great experiences, and great friendships have come out of the convention. This year we get to see the beginnings of a game and gaming company was in part due to Adepticon. Anvil Eight, and their miniature/board game Aetherium. We sit down with Brian Niro and Chris Tavonatti to talk about the origins of Anvil Eight, as well as the game they are debuting via demos in the Harry Caray ballroom all weekend. Be sure to stop in have a play through, redeem your swag bag coupon for your Aetherium miniature, and consider taking a look at the Aetherium Kickstarter.

Above all be safe in your travels and we hope to see you all in Chicago inside one week!

Adepticon Talks 2014: Soda Pop and Ninja Division.

Adepticon — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 20:17:22 +0000

Soda Pop Miniatures returns to Adepticon for another year. Bringing the head to head awesomeness of Super Dungeon Explorer Arena to the events hall, and focusing on Relic Knights in the vendor area. Deke Stella, and John Cadice sit down with us to bring us up to speed on the latest developments in Super Dungeon Explore, the Forgotten Kings kickstarter, the soon to be available Relic Knights, and just what is Ninja division anyways....

Adepticon Talks 2014 - A Wife's perspective on the vacation!

Adepticon — Sun, 16 Mar 2014 21:20:43 +0000

Planning on taking the whole family to Adepticon this year, your not the only one. Every year people make the trip as a family just like other conventions. Today Andrew brings on his wife Melissa Sherman to talk about how to plan the trip with the family in mind. Its important to keep balance of family and gaming and Melissa gives us some ideas to change Adepticon from being that darned "Spouses weekend get away" to a "Family Getaway".

Adepticon Talks 2014: Battletech, Leviathans, Catalyst Game Labs

Adepticon — Thu, 13 Mar 2014 20:38:13 +0000

Alex Kaempen joins us this episode to talk Catalyst Game Labs. The world of Battletech returns to the Westin with two 'historical' events. The Clans engage Comstar on the planet Tuykkid to determine the fate of Terra on Friday. Saturday sees the World of Blake strike at Outreach, home of the mercenary company, and Clan recon team, Wolf's Dragoons. Or if you have a bit of time during any of the four days of Adepticon 2014 there are two Catalyst Game Labs events worth looking into. Both Battletech and Leviathans offer a way to learn the system and then take part in a convention long continuous event. If thirty foot tall stompy robots, or 1910 era alternate earth history flying dreadnoughts are your cup of tea, check out the Catalyst Game Labs area at Adepticon 2014.

Adepticon Talks 2014 - Tips for Traveling from outside the country

Adepticon — Sun, 09 Mar 2014 22:11:59 +0000

Today Andrew is joined by Mark Wildman and Gareth Peter Dicks from the Bad Dice Podcast. They are making their second trip to Adepticon and are here to share some trips for making the Trek from across the seas.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Infinity and Bushido

Adepticon — Thu, 06 Mar 2014 20:04:52 +0000

For this round of Adepticon Talks we take a look at two different game systems, one making it's return for the fourth year. The other is making it's Adepticon Debut. We start off with Infinity from Corvus Belli. Infinity is running events all four days of Adepticon this year, and most of them working towards Infinity's global rankings. We touch on the myth of the amount of Infinity Terrain, demos, and pick up games.

Then we turn our attention to Bushido, and we reached out to Toby Nathan of GCT studios to give a high level overview of the game, what sets Bushido apart, and the factions currently available.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Necromunda

Adepticon — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 21:26:43 +0000

In 1995 the world was introduced to the underhive of Necromunda. Gangs fighting for archeotech, territory, and their very lives. In 2014 the underhive returns to Adepticon in Necromunda by Night. Jeremy Olsen sits down with us to discuss GW's first big box skirmish game. How does the Adepticon model policy interact with this out of print game? What is the plan for recreating the mass amounts of terrain needed to bring the underhive to Chicago? Time to listen up as we talk, Necromunda by Night.

Adepticon Talks 2014 - Mantic Games with Joe Neet

Adepticon — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 22:03:48 +0000

Today Andrew sits down with Joe Neet to talk about Mantic Games and their 2014 presence.

Adepticon Talks 2014 : Privateer Press

Adepticon — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 21:06:00 +0000

With a steam powered fury the gaming juggernaut Privateer Press returns to Adepticon bringing over 70 hours of primal gaming. Privateer's own Lyle Lowrey joins us to help the uninitiated, but curious con goer negotiate the massive slate of events for Adepticon 2014. Lyle touches on the differences in the various formats for the flagship games of Warmachine and Hordes, as well as new experiences like High Command. Be sure to peek your head in on the Lilac room this year, as well as the Privateer Press convention store.

Adepticon Talks 2014 - Powered Play Gaming

Adepticon — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 12:54:15 +0000

Wish you could light up the barrels of your lascannons as they give surpression fire? Want your Dragon's mouth to light up as if it's emulating fire? Look no further than Powered Play Gaming for the help and products you need! Today Andrew gets to talk to Chris and Chris about the return of Powered Play Gaming to Adepticon.

Powered Play Gaming is a company based on doing all sorts of electronic effects for your army/display boards. Check out their site at www.poweredplay.net

Adepticon Talks Malifaux

Adepticon — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 19:22:23 +0000

Malifaux returns to Adepticon for it's 4th year, and we get a chance to catch up with Sean Overton, the new governor-general of Malifaux for Adepticon. Sean takes us through the event listings, answers a few very important questions about how the Malifaux edition change and the Adepticon official model policy play together this year. And remember everyone... Malifaux has Cake!

Adepticon 2014 - WHFB Prep with 2013's WHFB Champ Best General Mike Smith

Adepticon — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 03:15:43 +0000

Today Mike Smith (Winner of WHFB Champs Best General 2013) joins Andrew to talk about his prep for Adepticon.

CMON: Events and storefronts

Adepticon — Thu, 06 Feb 2014 21:38:19 +0000

Cool Mini or Not has been a major contributor to Adepticon on the gaming side, the hobby aspect with Crystal Brush, as well as the CMON store. We talk with Spenser Reeves about all CMON events listed on the current Adepticon webcart. From the intro games of Wrath of Kings and Dark Age, to to 2014 special events Zombiecide and Sedition Wars. There is all weekend long Kaosball, tournaments and for fun events in Rivet Wars, and Dark Age. Spenser touches briefly on the CMON vendor area and what we can expect to find at the convention. If your looking for more information on the Crystal Brush fear not! Andrew will have a podcast covering that in the near future.

Adepticon 2014 - Tips for creating your Displays with Brandon Palmer from GMM Studios

Adepticon — Sun, 02 Feb 2014 22:50:56 +0000

One of the standout things about Adepticon every year is the player created army displays. Whether you are chcking out 40k armies, Fantasy armies, or factions from any other gaming system, you can always fantastic displays. Today Andrew talks to Brandon Palmer from GMM Stuidios who is known for such projects as his Monty Python Ogres, and Rime of the Merchant Marrienburger. Brandon talks to us about how he comes up with ideas and gives some basic tips for creating displays.

Freeblades and Wreckage

Adepticon — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 21:38:00 +0000

Welcome to an Adepticon Talks double header. Two up and coming miniature games with RPG leanings, One post apocalyptic and one sword and sorcery based. We talk with Anton Zelinski of Hyacinth games to discuss Wreckage, and Adepticon volunteer work. Then we turn our attention to John Cleaves and Freeblades. Freeblades is also the chosen rule set for the historical gladiatorial and chariot racing at Adepticon 2014. If you know a RPG friend who is looking to transition into the world of miniature gaming this might be the episode of Adepticon Talks for you.

Freeblades - DGS Games

Wreckage - Hyacinth Games

Adepticon Talks 2014 - Main WHFB Event Talk with Alex Gonzales

Adepticon — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 11:01:37 +0000

Warhammer Fantasy events are one of the main draws for attendees of every Adepticon and today we talk about the 2014 slate of events with Alex Gonzales

Historicals and Lord of the Rings

Adepticon — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 21:54:00 +0000

Jamie Welling and Merle Delinger join us tonight to discuss the slate of Historical Events and Lord of the Rings at Adepticon. We go over the slate of events discuss the current state of the Historical rules set with Warhammer Historicals being defunct since 2012. We also talk about the Colosseum board being custom built for the chariot races and gladiatoral games.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Geek Nation Tours with Teras Cassidy

Adepticon — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 16:05:12 +0000

Not sure how to go about planning your trip to Adepticon? Geek Nation Tours is here to help, they plan getaways for Geeks and their families and today Teras talks about Adepticon offers and plans. We also get a sneak peek at the other 2014 offers.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Classes

Adepticon — Thu, 16 Jan 2014 19:01:00 +0000

Have a desire to improve your painting? Need just a little more confidence to get your conversion just the way you want? Is your gaming table looking a tad bit bare? Well never fear their is an Adepticon class that can help you in any of these fields and more! Chris Borer and Dave Pauwels have managed to assemble on of the best line ups of instructors to assist in helping grow your hobby skills. We also get a sneak peek at the free painting area completely new to Adepticon 2014.

Adepticon Talks 2014: Matthias Weeks and Hank Edley

Adepticon — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 19:18:36 +0000

Happy New Year Adepticon! We start the Adepticon Talks count down to Adepticon by looking back at 2013 and forward to 2014 with Matthias Weeks and Hank Edley. We get to talk with these two gentlemen about everything from the webcart, to Kickstarter, from hotels to charity. We hope your ready, Adepticon Talks 2014 begins now.

The AdeptiCon Talks interviews are an ongoing discussion series with a wide variety of AdeptiCon attendees, staff, organizers and vendors. Conducted by Andrew Sherman and Mark Dieter. these 5-20 minute interviews will give you a quick insight into the motivations and machinations behind the fervor and fury that is AdeptiCon.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Wrath of Kings

Adepticon — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:30:00 +0000

Kevin Clark of Cool Mini takes time out of his convention to spread the word of Wrath of Kings.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Ravage Magazine

Adepticon — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 23:21:20 +0000

We catch Editor in Chief of Ravage Magazine US, Bryan Steele, and discuss what is upcoming for the CMON magazine. As well as the Crystal Brush, and the Cool Mini or Not Expo

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Privateer Press

Adepticon — Mon, 27 May 2013 22:30:00 +0000

Today we give you a double header of Privateer Press goodness right before Lock and Load 2013. We start off talking with Matt Dipetrio about the classes he taught at Adepticon, and will be teaching at Lock and Load. As well we get a tip on brush care. We then talk with Lyle Lowrey about the 10th Anniversary of Warmachine and the exciting new projects being unveiled this year.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Mantic Games

Adepticon — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Ronnie Renton takes a moment to talk about Mantic Games and their newest Kickstarter project, DeadZone.

Adpeticon Talks 2013: Ninja Division/Soda Pop Miniatures

Adepticon — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:37:56 +0000

John Cadice of Ninja Division and Soda Pop miniatures takes a moment to tell us about the Robotech Kickstarter, update us on Relic Knights and talk the newest Super Dungeon Explorer expansion

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Chris Michaels and Powered Play Gaming

Adepticon — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 11:34:17 +0000

Today Andrew Sherman is joined by Chris Michaels COO of Powered play gaming. Powered Play Gaming are sponsoring the 40K Adepticon Championships this year and as it is Chris's first year attending the event, we talk about the build up. Powered Play Gaming is a new company which sells special effects kits for miniatures. You'll be able to find them in the Vendor Hall by the Cool Mini or Not booth and dont forget to check out their kickstarter - Powered Play - Modeling leaved the Dark ages located at:

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/79084871/modeling-leaves-the-dark-ages

Adepticon Talks 2013: Techtronic Craft Studio's Dan Cotrupe

Adepticon — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:00:00 +0000

Tectonic Craft Studios is one of Adepticon's newest sponsors. Dan Cotrupe gets on the air with us this evening to share how the company was formed and bring us up to speed after his very successful Kickstarter. We look forward to seeing what Tectronic Craft Studios can bring to Adepticon and introducing another amazing company to the Adepticon Faithful.

Adepticon Talks 2013: James Wappel and Painting for Adepticon

Adepticon — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:36:41 +0000

Today Andrew Sherman is joined by James Wappel and he talks about his prep for Adepticon and the event as a whole.

Adepticon Talks 2013: Reigning Warmaster Brad Chester

Adepticon — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 07:00:00 +0000

Ken has a chance to sit with reigning Adepticon 2012 Warmaster Brad Chester. Discussions include, how the changes in edition, the addition of a fourth day and the latest codex coming in before the cut off date affect high level players.

Adepticon Talks 2013: Brian Moyer and Adepticon Prep

Adepticon — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:30:00 +0000

Today Andrew is joined by the USA #1 Warhammer Fantasy Ranked player - Brian Moyer. He talks to us about his preparation for Adepticon 2013.

Adepticon Talks 2013: Table War

Adepticon — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:24:08 +0000

Today Andrew sits down with Doug Johnson of Table War and talks about Table War's Sponsorship of Adepticon this year and the overall experience as a gamer attending Adepticon!

Adepticon Talks 2013: Secret Weapon Miniatures

Adepticon — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 03:15:19 +0000

Mr Justin returns to Adepticon talks to discuss Secret Weapon Miniatures

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Matt Weeks and Adepticon from the beginning.

Adepticon — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:00:00 +0000

Today we are with Matt Weeks - one of the founders of Adepticon - talking about the history of the con as a whole. Matt takes us for another behind the scenes look and why he is so passionate about the event.

Adepticon Talks 2013: Heresy Edition

Adepticon — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:18:34 +0000

The Horus Heresy has been an untold story from the Warhammer 40k universe for over 20 years. This year however, brother vs brother, marine on marine comes to Adepticon officially for it's first year. Ryan Geiler takes some time out of his schedule to give us the skinny on the inaugural Horus Heresy: Betrayal event.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Dustin Birkenkamp and volunteering behind the scenes.

Adepticon — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 02:43:00 +0000

Today long time volunteer Dustin Birkenkamp joins us to talk about Adepticon. Dustin has been volunteering for the last 5 years and discusses his experiences by talking about all things from sponsors to what events he's personally particpating in this year. He even gives us a teaser encouraging us to come register on Wednesday night

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Romeo Filip of Battlefoam and Wild West Exodus

Adepticon — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:59:26 +0000

Battlefoam has been a huge part of the Adepticon vendors hall the past few years, and has actively made Adepticon better with offers like the Shield Bag Giveaway for Adepticon's tenth year. Romeo Filip takes a moment out of his busy schedule to tell us a bit about what is coming up in 2013 for Battlefoam. Talk about this year's prize for the first 1,000 adepticon attendees and discuss his current Podcasts, 40K Radio and Infinity 0-12.

We also get Romeo to talk at length about his latest project, Wild West Exodus, the kickstarter that is currently running and what new and cool things might be in the pipeline. If your interested in a scalable semi skirmish Sci-Fi Wild West game give is a look.

Adepticon Talks 2013: Board Game Night.

Adepticon — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:26:48 +0000

Its sunday evening after the awards have been handed out to their rightful owners, the terrain has been boxed up, and the crowds have thinned. One might think Adepticon has ended for yet another year, if you thought that however... You would be wrong. The After Con Mixer is in full swing. We take a moment to talk with Craig Gallant and Russ Wakelin of the D6 Generation and take a look at goings on of the Board Game event.

Adepticon Talks - Jamie Welling and LotR

Adepticon — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:00:00 +0000

Today Andrew is talking LotR with Jamie Welling. Jamie is the lead TO for LotR and we talk 2013 Events at Adepticon.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Rich Nelson

Adepticon — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:50:21 +0000

Rich Nelson has been involved with Adepticon since the beginning. He takes a moment out of his busy schedule to talk about the Hirst Arts class. As well as Demos, the smaller game systems, and historicals taking place at Adepticon this year.

Adepticon Talks 2013 - Victoria Lamb

Adepticon — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:14:00 +0000

Victoria Lamb joins the distinguished list of instructors for Adepticon 2013 bringing her talents and award winning technique of Object Source Lighting. Victoria takes time out of her weekend to talk about her Adepticon Classes, the limited edition swag bag 40k model and her miniatures company, Victoria Miniatures.

Adepticon Talks Episode - Malifaux

Adepticon — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:19:14 +0000

Malifaux returns to Adpeticon 2013, and we talk to the Tournament Organizer for the Malifaux event Dan Sulin.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Ep 9 - 40K Friendly

Adepticon — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:34:13 +0000

The 40k Friendly marks its return to Adepticon 2013 this year with the theme of 'One Louder'. Tournament Organizer Jeff Wallich takes time out of his day to talk about the reasons behind the 40k Friendly, list building, and the event theme.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Episode - Teras Cassidy and Geek Nation Tours

Adepticon — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:18:32 +0000

Today Andrew Sherman is here with Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours to talk about Adepticon 2013, Prep, and the tour Geek Nation Tours is offering!

Adepticon Talks 2013 Episode - Bryan Steele and Cool Mini or Not

Adepticon — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:44:29 +0000

Today Andrew is back talking to Bryan Steele of Cool Mini or Not. We talk about the Cyrstal Brush competition, the Vendor Hall, and all things Adepticon!

Adepticon Talks 2013 Episode 6 - Ronnie Renton and Mantic Games

Adepticon — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:03:00 +0000

Today Ronnie Talks to us about Dreadball, the Kings of War tournament, and the Adepticon Experience!

Adepticon Talks 2013 Episode 5 - Game Room

Adepticon — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 23:50:20 +0000

Daryl Dean, Owner of the Toldeo Game Room, sits down to discuss Adepticon, his booth, 24 hour bits sales, and buying armies.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Ep 4 - Alex Gonzales

Adepticon — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:06:00 +0000

Today we talk to Alex Gonzales, main organizer of the Warhammer Fantasy events.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Ep 3 - Matt Dipietro

Adepticon — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:54:37 +0000

Matt Dipietro is Privateer Press' studio Painter. He is joining us at Adepticon for the first time and teaching 3 classes to help you paint models to the PP studio standard, or to help you get a good looking army on the table quickly.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Ep 2- Justin McCoy

Adepticon — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 02:24:24 +0000

Justin McCoy of Secret Weapon Miniatures sits down with Mark and discusses his classes for Adepticon 2013.

Adepticon Talks 2013 Ep 1 - Armor Cast

Adepticon — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 02:56:00 +0000

Steve of Armorcast opens up Season 2 of Adepticon Talks.

Mark Dieter sits down with Steve of Armorcast to highlight one Adepticons long running sponsors and vendors.

Episode XIV - Ross Przybylski (Hero Mages)

Adepticon — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:07:41 +0000

Adepticon brings people from across the world, and across the many facets of the War gaming hobby. This episode Andrew and Mark talk to one such person. Ross Przybylski of D20 Studios creators of the phone based game Hero Mages.

Episode XIII - Ronnie Renton (Mantic Games)

Adepticon — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:12:36 +0000

Adepticon draws attendees and vendors from far and wide. This week Andrew and Mark sit down with Ronnie Renton of Mantic Games, and find out what Mantic has in store for Adepticon.

Episode XII - SEZ (Artist and Hobby Instructor)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:15:50 +0000

Over the years, the AdeptiCon Hobby Seminars have allowed us to forge relationships with several talented artists, sculptors and designers. Each one brings a unique flair and value to the event as a whole. In this interview, Mark and Andrew talk with SEZ. SEZ has produced numerous pieces of concept art for AdeptiCon in the past as well as taught several hobby seminars.

Episode XI - Matthias Weeks (AdeptiCon Founder/Organizer)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:11:02 +0000

Schedule construction, registration, hotel preparation, volunteer coordination, sponsorship drives, packet layout, terrain building…these are just a few of the things that are required to make AdeptiCon tick. The list is endless, formless and gibbering. In this interview, Mark and Andrew talk with one of the founding members of AdeptiCon, Matthias Weeks. Matthias talks of locked dimensions harbouring years gone by, which are out of reach except for hidden keys…

Episode X - Thomas Reidy (Goatboy – Sweetheart of 40K)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:56:14 +0000

First and foremost, AdeptiCon is a celebration of the hobby; a social gathering that brings together people from all aspects of the wargaming spectrum. This week, Mark and Andrew talk with long time AdeptiCon Attendee, artist and BoLS contributor, Thomas Reidy. Thomas discusses his AdeptiCon past, the events he is preparing for and his diabolical plans for AdeptiCon 2012.

Episode IX - Shaun Kemp (Tactics Instructor and Member of Da Boyz)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:37:00 +0000

AdeptiCon is less than six weeks away! People all over the world are putting there final touches on models and tweaking their army lists for what will be our largest tournament ever! 480 players over 120 teams will compete for the title of AdeptiCon 2012 Warhammer 40K Team Tournament Champions on Saturday afternoon. This week, Mark and Andrew speak with a long time Team Tournament veteran, Shaun Kemp. Shaun talks about preparing for the event and his role as a Warhammer 40K Tactics instructor.

Episode VIII - Brandon Palmer (GMM Studios)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:36:35 +0000

One of the great things about AdeptiCon is the way it brings the community together. Often this transcends the table and develops into projects, collaborations and friendships that serve interests outside the wargaming realm. This week, Mark and Andrew speak with GMM Studios mastermind, Brandon Palmer. Brandon is a long-time AdeptiCon attendee and has lent his masterful skills to the AdeptiCon Army Charity Raffle for the past two years. Check out the 2012 prize over at the GMM Studios Gallery!

Episode VII - Alex Gonzalez (Warhammer Fantasy Organizer)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:33:06 +0000

Warhammer Fantasy has become an integral part of the AdeptiCon experience over the years. It is second only to Warhammer 40K in terms of number of events and multitude of players. This week, Mark and Andrew speak with Warhammer Fantasy Tournament Organizer Alex Gonzalez. Alex took over responsibility for these events shortly after the release of Warhammer Fantasy Battles 8th Edition and has worked with is team to refine the events, rules and scenarios to suit this brave new world. Alex provides some good insight into the Warhammer Fantasy events at AdeptiCon 2012.

Episode VI - Chris Borer & Dave Pauwels (Hobby Organizers)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:03:44 +0000

Not everyone is lured to the hobby by the will of the dice and the chance to prove their battlefield superiority – some follow the call of the brush and knife! AdeptiCon strives to provides avenues of involvement for types of players and hobbyists. An integral part of this approach is the hobby seminar, so integral in fact that several AdeptiCon attendees do nothing but attend these classes and never roll a single die! This week, Andrew and Mark we are joined by long time hobby seminar instructors and AdeptiCon Organizers, Chris Borer and Dave Pauwels for a quick discussion about what you can expect at AdeptiCon’s ten-year anniversary!

Episode V - Brian Huttenga (Warhammer 40K Youngbloods Organizer)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:55:48 +0000

Quite often, longtime AdeptiCon attendees have the desire to get more involved with the convention. Many of our events are run and staffed by people who have made the trek to AdeptiCon in the past. These folks become the critical mortar that holds the whole thing together and are directly responsible for the robust and varied schedule of events each year. This week, Andrew and Mark talk to Brian Huttenga. Brian is a long time AdeptiCon attendee, the tournament organizer for the Warhammer 40K Youngbloods event and helps with the logistical aspects of the convention in the off-season.

Episode IV - Barb Sparks (Volunteer)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:47:35 +0000

One of the great things about AdeptiCon is how it brings various aspects of the wargaming community together, across both system and regional divides. AdeptiCon also provides the opportunity for those not directly involved with the hobby a chance to support a family member or friend who is. This week, Andrew and Mark talk to Barb Sparks. Barb is a long time AdeptiCon volunteer and mother of the legendary and notorious Greg Sparks.

Episode III – James Wappel (Hobby Instructor and Attendee)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:42:00 +0000

AdeptiCon is less than 80 days away and your painting time is running out! The AdeptiCon Interviews continue with the third installment and this time they spend a little time talking to James Wappel, miniature painter extraordinaire and AdeptiCon hobby instructor. Today’s interview focuses on James’ preparatory work for AdeptiCon 2012 as he readies three separate armies for three separate events!

Episode II – Teras Cassidy (Geek Nation Tours)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 02:45:00 +0000

The AdeptiCon Interviews are back with their second installment and this time they spend a little time talking to Teras Cassidy from Geek Nation Tours. Today’s interview focuses on Geek Nation’s preparation for AdeptiCon 2012, their contribution to the whole convention experience, and what they have available family members of the non-geek persuasion.

Episode I - Rob Baer and Paul Murphy (2011 40K Team Tournament Champions)

Adepticon — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 02:26:00 +0000

AdeptiCon is less than 100 days away and the excitement is building! Below you will find the first in a series of interviews conducted by Andrew Sherman and Mark Dieter of Ohiohammer that take a look behind the curtain as individuals and teams prepare for the big weekend. In this first installment, Andrew and Mark discuss the AdeptiCon Warhammer 40K Team Tournament and spend some time talking with Rob Baer and Paul Murphy from last year’s winning team – I’m a Bear, Put Your Head in My Mouth. Rob and Paul discuss their preparations to date and about the AdeptiCon experience as a whole.