ZPE, energy quantum theory says is all around us. It may not be real, but SciFi writers use it as limitless "free" energy. What's real vs. SciFi? Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., physicist on NSDM staff
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Zero-point energy, ZPE, refers to energy that exists even at absolute zero. One form of this rises from quantum field theory, which cites a universe composed of continuous fluctuating fields formed from a huge amount of energy that we cannot see. Some argue this is an artifact of mathematics, not a real thing. Others say that, if it is real, it is in equilibrium & entropy principles will not permit us to tap it. Recently, ZPE has become fodder for SciFi novel & screenplay writers as a source of limitless "free" energy. What is SciFi & what is real? What's the true potential of ZPE & how close might we be to realizing it? With a focus on the science & engineering technology, lecture attempts to separate fact from fiction. Presented by Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., a physicist with 12 years' experience at the Naval War College, on the National Security Decision Making Game staff.
3rd Edition Dungeons & Dragons: Creation of a Masterpiece
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How 3rd Edition rose from the ashes of TSR to become an epic phenomenon. Geek journalist Ben Riggs has interviewed the creators, & brings you the true inside story of the game's creation!
Gen Con's longest running Kickstarter Seminar: a Q&A event with top industry experts across design, publishing, manufacturing, pledge management, fulfillment, distribution, & retail sales. 1 day only!
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A Q&A-based panel discussion featuring the best industry experts across design, publishing, manufacturing, pledge management, fulfillment, distribution, and retail sales. Every event has a new panelists, and new questions. Past panelists include: Jamey Stegmaier (SM Games) Michael Lee (Panda GM) Fabian Louton (Panda GM) Lance Myxter (Undead Viking Reviews) x2 Michael Mindes (President of Tasty Minstrel Games) Seth Jaffee (Designer at TMG) John Coveyou (Got Genius Games) Jeff King (All Us Geeks) Adam Clark (Creator of Kicktraq) Forrest Bower (Bower’s Game Corner Reviews) Joel Eddy (Drive Thru Reviews) Max Salzberg (Co-founder at Backerkit) Dan Halstad (League of Nonsensical Gamers) Greg Spence (Owner at Broken Token) and Jonathan Liu (Geek Dad). Come see the new faces for this year!
As writers, game designers, and game masters, we spend a lot of time describing and moderating combat situations in our created worlds. What does combat leadership look like in practice?
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As writers, game designers, and game masters, we spend a lot of time describing and moderating combat situations in our created worlds. What does combat leadership look like in practice? We will explore common mythologies and how realities can be explored in literature and around the gaming table.
As writers, game designers, and game masters, we spend a lot of time describing and moderating combat situations in our created worlds. What does combat leadership look like in practice?
Description:
As writers, game designers, and game masters, we spend a lot of time describing and moderating combat situations in our created worlds. What does combat leadership look like in practice? We will explore common mythologies and how realities can be explored in literature and around the gaming table.
Interactive discussion centered around board gaming and DEI, biases, and changes needed to be more representative and welcoming for all populations of gamers. Let's work towards change at Gen Con!
Veteran Gamemaster Rich Staats steps the audience through the basics of creating a campaign within the GM's world. Rich will cover storytelling, collaboration, and practical tips and techniques.
Learn what it takes to make dynamic-looking characters in your puppet designs. Let the puppet pros show you how different shapes & colors affect your character's mood & up your design game.
Come join us for a non-denominational worship service sponsored by the Christian Gamers Guild. We'll read scripture, sing familiar hymns, hear a sermon, and offer an optional communion.