Ganesha Games "Star Eagles" - Some Cool Playtest Pics and a Thematic Video

There has been a lot of chatter on the Star Eagles Facebook page regarding ship types, rules, and playtesting. Among all of this have been some spectacular pictures of playtest games that truly show the scope of the game (below) as well as a cool concept video, complete with  80s synth music you can see - HERE 

Ganesha Games "Star Eagles" Update - Box Art, Ship Previews, Scale Comparison, Playtest

More news on the development side of Star Eagles. A great preview of the cover art depicting a S'Sekai Drake vs ConStar Eagle. This is not yet finished and we are told the finished piece will be much more of a full-on battle scene with more going on in the background. 

There have been a number of pictures put out showing the ships in comparison to one another and we have received yet more. The above picture shows a formation of ConStar ships - a Concord, escorted by two eagles and an arrow. The image below shows S'Sekai and ConStar light and medium fighters next to some fighters from X-wing. This is a nice scale as it allows a bit more detail and will make a collection of ships all the more impressive.

We are also getting some news on the Proxima Centauri designs as well as some of the larger ships. Seen below are the Alpha Dart medium fighter and Alpha Cobra light fighter along with the ConStar Osprey gunboat. I am thrilled by the concept of larger gunboat style ships..

The last note is on the play test pics that have been released. These show the dynamic movement and maneuver system and we have been provided ith some insight into how skilled maneuvering can get into good positions (second below). It has also been revealed that missiles will have a tracking time in which targeted ships will have a chance to react to them, adding another level of tactical fun.

"The S'Sekai fighter in the middle successfully pulled off a reverse turn manoeuvre behind the ConStar medium fighter. It had to survive a reaction fire shot from the ConStar light fighters guarding its tail. It successfully evaded the incoming fire of the light fighters and fired a lethal barrage of Blaster shells into the vulnerable tail of the unfortunate ConStar medium fighter, destroying it."

Ganesha Games "Star Eagles" - New Card Mockups, Mechanics Reveals and S'Sekai Concept

Hello All,

The Star Eagles news eeps rolling out as Ganesha Games moves toward their Kickstarter for their ambitious new space fighter combat game. Every reveal makes me want more and more for this game to be out already, but alas I (and you all) will have to do with teaser, pre-production chatter and snippets until then.

One of the coolest reveals, as far as background for the stock setting goes, is the colored image of the S'Sekai. Admittedly, I had guessed at what these guys were going to look like based on the name and the ship designs but I am happy to have my suspicions confirmed. The S'Sekai fit the bill of 80's alien menace.

In other news, there has been some discussion of the movement mechanic, showing how the movement sticks will be implemented. It has been revealed that gradual turns will be easy to perform, but for true maneuvering, pilots will have to engage in a bit of risk with more complex maneuvers including side-slips and high-G turns. It has also been revealed that the game will utilize only D6 (six-sided).

   

We have also been treated to more mocked up fighter cards. The most recent set (above) show us the light fighter for ConStar and the S'Sekai. Some discussion of the features of these ships revealed that "Nimble" and "Very Nimble" are abilities that make it harder to target the ship while it is jinking about (this does negatively affect the jinking ship as well). Afterburner will provide temporary speed boosts to ships that are normally slower, something that ConStar uses to counter the S'Sekai superior speed.

   

Ganesha Games "Star Eagles" Update - Playtest Components Revealed

A recent post on the Star Eagles Facebook Page revealed a set of ships and game components planned for use in an upcoming playtest game. While they revealed nothing about the game rules these simple components say much about the intentions for this game.

Pre-measured sticks are a staple of the Ganesha games but new to the panoply of  play elements. Damon Richardson, did say that the maneuver sticks will allow movement options with great maneuverability in mind. It was also revealed that 3D missile markers for each of the missile types in the game will be a thing. This all suggests a very dynamic game with missiles tracking around and fighters juking and jinking around .

If you want to keep up on developments, show support, or communicate directly with the creators, head over to the Star Eagles Facebook group - HERE. 

Loud Ninja Games Goes Live 3-10-2014

It's been a long time in the making but my entry into the realm of miniatures producer is at hand. 

It all started with an idea ten-ish years ago that seemed simple but that seemed to fall on deaf ear. With the encouragement of a few others, I then decided to try to make the idea happen on my own which then evolved into a Kickstarter. That Kickstarter grew farther than my experience was prepared for and it took over a year to get everything into place. Finally, I am there.

In partnership with 15mm.co.uk, Loud Ninja Games will open its doors for business with the full range of Chuhuac "Space Raptors". All eleven (11) codes produced by the Kickstarter along with 5 unit deals will be offered for regular retail. These will be sold through 15mm.co.uk on the LNG page at their site. This will take place Monday, March 10, 2014.

Make no mistake, LNG is still my baby, it's just got some good caretakers to help it grow. Gavin Syme and the folks at 15mm.co.uk have been there every step of the way and have shared in all the work getting the Chuhuac to where they are today. I am a creator and designer and they are pros at sales and production so together we can make my ideas jump on to your table.

To keep up on Loud Ninja Games in the future, follow us at the Loud Ninja Games Blog - HERE.

Thanks a lot,

-Eli

New Kickstarter For Werewolf Party Game

Bezier Games launches Kickstarter for Ultimate Werewolf Deluxe Edition, complete with new art, simplified instructions.

Bring new life to your get-togethers with Bezier Games’ new Deluxe Edition of the beloved party game Ultimate Werewolf.

The Kickstarter launched January 7 and runs until February 3. There are dozens of stretch goals to raise $5,000+ (over $17,000 has been funded already!) to fund the newest, most magnificent version of werewolf yet. Unlocked stretch goals include two expansions and several additional “alternative artwork” cards. Upcoming stretch goals include a free timer app (iOS/Android), a comprehensive, immersive scenario called “Night of the Black Moon,” additional expansions and even more artwork.

Ultimate Werewolf Deluxe Edition has been redesigned with simplified instructions, an improved card design, and beautiful new artwork for all 78 role cards.

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Also included in the every copy of Ultimate Werewolf Deluxe Edition is a brand new Wolfpack expansion with six new wolf characters that may surprise you, including the Big Bad Wolf, the vegetarian Fruit Brute, and Virginia Woolf.

Even more, 16 new “ArtPacks” have also been created by different artists, including notable boardgame artists Klemens Franz (Agricola, Suburbia) and Doris Matthäus (Carcassonne, Bohnanza), and best-selling children’s book authors Debbie Ridpath Ohi and Gus Batts. Each ArtPack includes 10 cards: one Seer, two Werewolves and seven Villagers. Each game purchase comes with one ArtPack (of your choice) for free at the most basic tier, allowing you to swap out the standard cards for these new custom ones. Stretch goals add additional cards to each of the ArtPacks.

To find out more about Ultimate Werewolf: Deluxe Edition, including an overview video, artwork, and pricing details, please visit the project’s Kickstarter page at

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tedalspach/ultimate-werewolf-deluxe-edition

Bloggers For Charity

New Bloggers for Charity is in the works. Check it out here to check out the outline for the upcoming year.

Goblinaid for Kev Adams

Many of you may have heard that the talented sculptor Kev Adams, famed for his characterful goblin and orcs sculpts was brutally attacked, stabbed and beaten by three masked robbers who invaded his home.

In the wake of this horrible news a Facebook page "Goblinaid" has been created to coordinate information and aid for Kev during his recovery. Many sculptors and other industry folk are getting behind this to try and generate assistance for Kev who has already gone through at least one surgery for his injuries. I'f you'd ever bought a greenskin his or not take a moment to send him some well wishes. more recently Kev has been sculpting for the awesome Otherworld line of "old school" fantasy miniatures.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Goblinaid/582169528462833

If this were some rock star, actor, or socialite this would be everywhere, but as gamers we really have to take care of our own!

Get better Kev!

-Eli

AmericasFightingDinosaur: Mission Update: The Road to Victory

As you all know, I have been following this project since it first popped out of Steve's mad, crazy creative mind. Well, it looks like Sammy is one the move. He's made the beachhead and is stomping his way to victory! Follow the link below to get an update and another cool video from Steve Snoey himself

"AmericasFightingDinosaur: Mission Update: The Road to Victory: Hello Troops, Today Steve announced the $20k stretch goal rewards in a new campaign video. Here is the map showing the current campaig..."

Sammy Is On His Way

Alright folks,

America's Fighting Dinosaur (AFD) has reached its funding goal on Kickstarter in six days! That said, he can still get a lot better. At the $20K level, we can get four times as much Sammy with the running time of the short film extending from 10min to 40min.

Like any good Kickstarter campaign, America's Fighting Dinosaur promises to add more and more booty to the pile as the goal stretches further and further. T-shirts, posters, and digital downloads of the soundtrack have already been mentioned.

Inspired by Steve's work, I modified a real world war effort poster into one for AFD...

Let's see what you all can do!

-Eli