Sometimes life imitates art, and sometimes you can’t tell the difference. SF authors have created many memorable works about first contact with aliens. Saturday 5-6 pm.
Players buy railroads and manipulate stock while trying to build up and down the U.S. Eastern seacoast. U.S. version of 1829. Rules will be taught. Winners advance.
Form railroads, issue stock, and pay dividends in these historical railroading games. Choices include 1829, 1835, 1856, 1870 and more. Rules will be taught.
Mechwarriors: No guts, no galaxy! Complete 3 lance-on-lance rounds by 4pm Sat. Top 16 scoring players advance to playoffs. Mechforce scoring used. Bring own gear.
Championship ASL. Two single-day, 3-round tournaments (Fri. and Sat.). Different scenarios each day. Info SASE: R Summers, W328N3906 Lake Ctry Dr., Nashotah Wl 53058
Championship ASL. Two single-day, 3-round tournaments (Fri. and Sat.). Different scenarios each day. Info SASE: R Summers, W328N3906 Lake Ctry Dr., Nashotah Wl 53058
Come to the oldest continually running historical strategy game event. Enjoy friendly, relaxed gaming (grudge matches). Winner receives an engraved plaque.
The title does not refer to the weather. It is the way WWI British pilots described their comrades who were afflicted with combat fatigue. See how long you can last!
Something was odd about the food at that inn. You fell asleep, and when you woke up, you were in a floating castle and in chains. Now what? 8- to 10-year-olds only!
Someone is exploring ancient Sith and Dark Jedi strongholds. Can the Alliance and the Party stop them before a new Dark Lord is born and Darkness falls?
Terrible shame about Cathy’s accident. Now that she’s gone, will you join her in the Hereafter? Or will you survive her funeral? A Remington event; heavy RP.
All dressed up and no place to go? Join the Costume Show contestants, TSR actors, and Castle Falkenstein players for a costume ball in the Plankinton Theatre, Sat 10 pm to midnight.
Nova Cat-backed partisans have toppled the Kurita rule of Chapineria. Too bad. Now it’s a free planet and the Nova Cats want it, and Kurita wants it back.
A new and powerful menace has emerged to threaten mankind. Sounds like a job for the Jl_only the Justice Leaguers are missing—all 3 of them ... A TDH event.
The TSR Players present a new tale of terror based on Masque of the Red Death, the RAVENLOFT setting’s Victorian-era accessory. Two performances, Fri. & Sat. at 8 pm, in the Plankinton Threatre above Bruce Hall
After buying a group of illegal weapons that fail in the heat of battle, AMI seeks revenge on the suppliers. Action and intrigue surround this adventure.
Sayo has returned! This is the final showdown. Sayo is directing attacks from hiding. Your job? To find him, take him out, and make sure he stays dead this time!
King Azoun has summoned you to find out what happened to a wizard and his payroll. Sharp wit as well as sword needed. Bring 11th- to 15th-level characters.
An Ork strike force vs. a mixed Imperial Guard and Marine contingent. Forces will be supported by Titans and Gargants. Epic Space Marines rules. Please, experienced epic players only.
All the top racers from around the country will clash here at the Game Fair. Will you be the one to survive this annual race? The world champion will be crowned!!
“Role Reversal” by John Terra. Six dragons join together on a desperate rescue. This is a twist on an old theme. Members only, 3rd level and up. Triple XP.
“The Night the Dragon King Died” by Bill Slavicsek & Lester Smith. Survive a night of revolution and bloodshed after the death of a sorcerer-king. Members only. Standard XP.
“The Sewers of Justhaven” by Scott Douglas & Craig Petillo. Experience the sweet smell of success in this medieval city. Members only, 5th level and up. Quadruple XP.
“Only the Good Die Young” by Kevin Melka. An innocent girl is killed by thieves, and her father has offered a grand reward for her killers. Members only. Standard XP.
“Petal of the Night's Rose” by J. Alan Fawcett & Seth Forman. The night holds secrets, terror, and a grand adventure. Members only, 3rd level and up. Triple XP.
“A Stitch in Time” by David W. Baker. The uncle of Chief Bagoomba is dying, and heroes are needed to save him. Are you up to the challenge? Members only. Standard XP.
“Plague” by Jean Rabe. The spirits say a great darkness shall descend upon the land. Can you save Malatra from a gloomy future? Members only. Standard XP.
“Rats Reunion” by Kevin Melka & Keith Polster. Rary has stolen Tenser’s crystal ball from your favorite Greyhawk heroes. How dare they! Members only. Standard XP.
“Sacrificial Lambs” by Bruce Nesmith. You will never know how devious a vampire can be unless you risk becoming a sacrificial lamb. Members only. Standard XP.
“Savage Steel” by Tim Beach. Experience wonderous powers and strange magic in this swashbuckling adventure set in the Savage Coast. Members only. Double XP.
On LV426, you must penetrate the Aliens' lair and kill the Queen. Avoid acid and xenomorphs. Be there before the "game’s over.” Full 3-D miniature set up.
“Death in Venice” by Wolfgang Baur. The drowned city of Venice is the launchpad for this high-octane biopunk mystery. Action & mayhem galore! Members only. Standard XP.
The ARENA’S flagship event for 1995. Using a six-foot-long fully detailed Star Destroyer as the centerpiece. 3-D movement and all new rules will make this the battle of the convention!
Two teams play each other with equal forces—including a giant Ogre on each side! A cybernetic shoot-out sure to enter the Macrotures history books. All miniatures provided.
Deadly warfare in 2085 using Sci-Fi Supply’s 25mm Ogre Macrotures. The team commanding the Ogre tries to destroy a command post protected by the defense force. All miniatures provide.
One of the ARENA’S most popular battles, a full attack on a beautiful Eldar city. Players bring up to 1000-point armies of their choice. Miniatures available.
Space Marine and Warhammer 40K played simultaneously! Each battle will have an effect on the other. Bring miniatures in your choice of scale. Points will depend on number of players attending.
Follow-up to last year’s “Battle of Hoth.” An eight-hour-long, full-scale recreation of the exciting ground battle from Return of the Jedi, using the entire ARENA playing field.
The opening ARENA slugfest. Players fight with their vehicles and heavy weapons against the mighty titans. Vehicles available, but bring your own heavy artillery.
In A.D. 15 Ovid was banished from Rome, his papers left burning in his halls. But what secrets did he take with him? 1500 years later you’re to retrieve his exotic lore.
Bring to justice whoever kidnapped a genie teaching at the College of Magical Arts in Qadib, City of Wands. You flesh out PCs provided. An AL-QADIM gaming experience.
Ever wanted to play God? Here’s your chance! Guide an ancient civilization through 8,000 years of history in the making. Bring copy if you have one. A full game.
Two single-day, three-round tournaments (Friday and Saturday, with playoff on Sunday). Different scenarios each day! Come meet ranked players from all over the world. Sponsored by Windy City Gamers. Over-all winner will receive the War Trophy.
Engineers strive to build viable mining railroads in Colorado. Rules will be taught. All scores will also quality for the Puffing Billy Tournament standings.
Engineers strive to build viable mining railroads in mountainous Colorado. Tournament winner receives an Advanced Tracks to Telluride extension set, a $25 value.
Silk has invited you to an auction of legendary items. Are you willing to risk a kingdom? Or maybe a life? Or a jasmine sachet? Role-playing. Characters provided.
Besieged on all sides, North Realm has always been the place for high adventure. But an evil lurks in the shadows that threatens to destroy all, including you!
The feud between Alba Ker and Lenbla Nd heats up! A party of fighters duels a group of mages in this head-to-head event. Is the scroll mightier than the sword?
The Terminal is one of Al Amarja’s favorite entertainment complexes. Tonight, things are weirder than normal. Can you fathom the oddness and cross the border?
Jzobun, the defiler, nears godhood. His crowning will mark the permanent release of all his brethren. Can you stop the efreeti onslaught from taking place? AL-QADIM characters provided.