"The Russian Navy – It’s Still There, and Modernizing" National Security Lecture
Description:
Russian seapower. Naval policies, doctrines. Industrial base, geographical situation, technological capability, national tradition, and political resolve. Procurement from foreign sources. Platforms and systems.
Ever wanted to design a game but didn’t know the best ways to do it? Well, this isn’t your panel. Designing games is as much about what NOT to do, as it is what you should do. In this panel, we'll review different mistakes new (and experienced) game designers make.
Bring your favorite D20, which will be inspected by our Dice Expert for tampering. Limit of 1" in diameter. Each participant will roll his die at least 24" on the championship playing surface. In the first heat, you must roll an "18", "19", or "20" to advance. In the second heat, you must roll a "19" or "20" to advance. In the final heat, only a natural "20" will win. In the case of a tie, there will be a rolloff. The champion will win a trophy.
A panel discussion amoung longtime Gen Con attendees, plus audience reminiscences. Come and share your stories, favorite games played, et al. What happens at Gen Con, stays at Gen Con!
Come along and learn all about the dark secrets from the team at Black Industries. We will be revealing all about the upcoming releases for Warhammer 40KRP: Dark Heresy, dishing the dirt on the future for Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay as well as telling you why you really should have a go at Talisman.
A unique opportunity to learn about an American literary legend from some of the world’s foremost Howard experts. Lecture followed by Q&A with Paul Herman, Secretary and Treasurer of the Robert E. Howard Foundation, Bill “Indy� Cavalier , Indiana’s own editor of the Robert E. Howard United Press Association.
We need you, miniatures fans, to come and heckle these 10 Ace mini painters in this annual Gen Con charity event! One choice of weapon-erm-brush and one hour to paint an unknown figure. Will they panic?! The figures will be displayed until AUCTION TIME! After 6pm Saturday at the Gen Con Charity Auction, bid on this collectable display lot of miniatures, with all proceeds given to charity! Manufacturer/Painters/Charity have yet to be finalized.
Ok, so you’re really good and all your friends ask you to take their pictures. Why a photo workshop? To get even better! In this advanced photography workshop we explore how to build on what you already know and do. From background selection, lighting techniques and short cuts, this class will get your pictures to come out just right. Please bring a camera, miniatures and questions. Handouts will be provided, but bring pen and paper.
Ok, so you’re really good and all your friends ask you to take their pictures. Why a photo workshop? To get even better! In this advanced photography workshop we explore how to build on what you already know and do. From background selection, lighting techniques and short cuts, this class will get your pictures to come out just right. Please bring a camera, miniatures and questions. Handouts will be provided, but bring pen and paper.
Join Dark Sword Miniatures' award-winning staff painter Matt Verzani for demonstration and discussions of advanced painting techniques. Topics include: flesh tones, metallics, gems, and freehand designs. Emphasis is on techniques to bring your miniatures to the next level. Students will recieve a painting guide, and are encouraged to bring an example of their own work.