I intend to use a version of the simple campaign system that is included in THE PORTABLE COLONIAL WARGAME. A formation (i.e a brigade, division, or corps) will occupy a square on the map, and when opposing forces enter the same square, there will be some form of battle.
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The First Rule of Wargaming and the Spirit of the Wargame
The First Rule:
‘Nothing can be done contrary to what could or would be done in actual war.'
- From 'The Rules of the Naval War Game' by Fred T Jane
The Spirit of the Wargame:
‘Wargames are played, for the most part, without the supervision of an umpire. The game relies on the integrity of the individual players to show consideration for other players and to abide by the rules. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be. This is the spirit of the wargame.’
- Adapted from 'The Spirit of the Game' in 'The Rules of Golf' as published by the R&A Ltd.
I have been wargaming for as long as I can remember. One of the first toys that I was bought was a wooden fort that was garrisoned by assorted lead soldiers ... and I have never looked back!
The first wargames book I bought was CHARGE! (although I had taken out [and repeatedly read] Donald Featherstone's WAR GAMES book beforehand [and many thanks to John Curry for republishing it!]).
My first 20mm figures were the good old Airfix Guards Infantry and Band (in shocking pink!), soon followed by others as they were released, and by 1968, when I bought my first metal Hinton Hunt 20mm figures, I had a large collection of World War II figures, tanks, guns, and aircraft.
I was a founder member of WARGAME DEVELOPMENTS and have been the treasurer and membership secretary ever since. I have also organised – along with Tim Gow - the annual conference (COW – Conference of Wargamers) for more that fifteen years.
My main interests are wargaming any wars from 1850 onwards, although I have a special interest in Colonial, the Spanish Civil War, and World War II wargaming. I also have a special interest in wargames that use square or hex grids for movement and weapon ranges.
Your project is looking promising. How are you going to fight the campaign?
ReplyDeleteSteve*,
DeleteI intend to use a version of the simple campaign system that is included in THE PORTABLE COLONIAL WARGAME. A formation (i.e a brigade, division, or corps) will occupy a square on the map, and when opposing forces enter the same square, there will be some form of battle.
All the best,
Bob
I look forward to watching the campaign progress, especially as a demonstration of the PCW in use.
ReplyDeletePatrickW,
DeleteOnce the map is finished, I hope to try out the simple campaign system.
All the best,
Bob
Hi Bob,
ReplyDeleteIt will be interesting to see how your Map translates into a grid based Battle - or series of Battles. Keep up the good work. Cheers. KEV.
Kev Robertson (Kev),
DeleteI hope to trial my simple campaign system once I have finished my current Russian WW2 renovation project.
All the best,
Bob
Bob, what software did you use to create the map (I'm sure you've written this already!)??
ReplyDeleteMaudlin Jack Tar,
DeleteI don’t use any specialist software, just MS Paint. It’s a simple program to use, and allows me to work at individual pixel level.
All the best,
Bob