Tuesday 11 October 2022

Partizan Game

What a weekend!

The Partizan show, as always, lived up to expectations.

From what I could see, looking around the hall, there were some terrific games on show. Unfortunately, Steve was unable to join me this weekend, and so I was 'flying solo' and therefore unable to get around the show and see the other tables.

So, without further ado... here are some iphone snaps of my game... The Battle of Brunnenstadt. If you look closely, you'll see a number of vignettes that I have worked on recently but haven't previously shown on the blog - the Grenadier storming parties, the evacuating villagers, the Pils-Holstein coehorn mortars, and many more...



















A really enjoyable game (although I didn't get to play it properly as I prefer to chat to people visiting the table). The working windmill kept turning all day!

Thanks to Richard and Laurence, and all the other helpers and organisers who never cease to ensure the show is a joy to be involved with for those putting on games.

And thanks to the many visitors to the table. I was thrilled with the reaction to the game, and the messages of support made it all worthwhile. Many readers of this blog came up to me and said that following my ramblings had helped them organise their own thinking around wargames projects, and many said it helped keep them in the hobby this past couple of years. I also received some fantastic feedback on Facebook, and via many personal direct messages and emails. Much appreciated.

Thanks are also due to Lisa, the lady in my life, whose first wargame show this was and who stayed to the bitter end to help me pack away the game having originally only been going to "pop in for an hour or so". Thanks to those who came by and chatted to her while I was busy moving troops around on the table. She certainly wasn't bored, although quite what some of you said about me remains a mystery!!

This final picture was taken by David Bickley and copied from his blog (hope you don't mind, David), where he has a full and excellent report on the whole show (see Tales from GHQ link in right sidebar).


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27 comments:

  1. Donnie McGibbon12 October 2022 at 05:38

    Lovely looking game, no wonder it was a success! So much inspiration to take from this. The Coehorn mortar vignette is a wee cracker, quite superb.

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:05

      Thanks Donnie. There were a number of little Coehorn mortars too... the big one is a beauty and the scourge of Astrovian villages! Best regards. Phil

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  2. Graham C12 October 2022 at 08:18

    Phil, you never fail to put on an impressive game. A collection to be proud of for sure. I’m glad you had a good day but as I always find one of mixed blessings. A demo game with only one or two of you always compromises your ability to look around and Partizan is such a good show there’s a lot to miss!

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:06

      Thanks Graham. You were missed this time pal. Partizan without a GC presence is a rare thing. Glad to see your recovery is going well. Best regards. Phil

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  3. John Ray12 October 2022 at 09:34

    Phil,

    All of your hard work paid off with a wonderful display at Partizan.
    Regards
    John

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:07

      Thank you John. That moment of having the table all set up, with the windmill working, and the troops marching on, flags flying and drums beating, makes the hard work all worthwhile. Best regards. Phil

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  4. Steve J.12 October 2022 at 09:35

    Absolutely the sort of game I would have loved to have seen on the day, as it's my sort of thing on many levels. The only down side of putting on a demo game is that, at best, you can only manage a quick whizz around the show to see all the other great games on offer.

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:09

      Thanks Steve. It saved me some money not to be able to shop as avidly as normal!! But I did regret not getting to see so many wonderful games. Next time... Best regards. Phil

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  5. Tiberian general12 October 2022 at 10:46

    A fantastic looking game Phil, great 18th century eye candy.

    Willz.

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:10

      Thanks Willz. We have to keep the 18C alive at shows! best regards. Phil

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  6. Independentwargamesgroup12 October 2022 at 15:38

    Loved the game Phil. My favourite unit? Those beautiful brown hussars. So well done and thanks for all the hardwork.,

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:12

      Thanks! The brown hussars are quite nice aren't they. They're the Czardas Hussars, sworn enemies of the Podolski Hussars. Lots of rivalry there. The brown uniform came out surprisingly well as it's a straight Steel Legion Drab paint, no highlights. Best regards. Phil

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  7. tidders12 October 2022 at 15:43

    Super looking game, a treat

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:13

      Thanks Tidders. It was a fun day, and Partizan is always a treat to display games at. Best regards. Phil

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  8. Anonymous12 October 2022 at 18:31

    Glad it went well, terrific stuff!
    Alan Tradgardland

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:14

      Thanks Alan. The 'hard work' of painting slog over the past couple of years was worth it. Best regards. Phil

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  9. John Kersey13 October 2022 at 04:39

    A beautiful looking game Phil and especially enjoyed seeing it in the early morning light on the Sunday morning. Very atmospheric. From my nearby observation post I did see you had a lot of interest and distinguished guests like Henry Hyde. Good to see you at the show and I'll look forward to next year's game!
    Glad Lisa could help support and the photo of you together looks just so right!

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:14

      Thanks John. I never stopped chatting all day, which is always a good sign I think. Best regards. Phil

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  10. Der Alte Fritz13 October 2022 at 04:44

    A beautiful table with eye popping figures and great looking terrain. It’s all come together quite nicely. I predict that we will start seeing lots of mortars popping up on numerous blogs.

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    1. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:16

      Thanks Jim. A lot of mortars indeed. Can't beat a bit of unpredictable shelling! Best regards. Phil

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  11. Phil13 October 2022 at 14:04

    Thanks John. Good to see you on the day; and thanks for your help with passers by!

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  12. Phil Robinson15 October 2022 at 07:38

    A joy to behold, so much to look at and admire

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  13. Chris Gregg17 October 2022 at 00:15

    Great photos, and you still continue to inspire after so many years - fantastic! Early 18th Century gives you a chance for grenadiers actually using grenades - love that photo. And well done managing to get Lisa to stay all day; at shows my wife would usually repair to the cafe or the shops till I emerged!

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    1. Phil19 October 2022 at 15:15

      Thank you Chris. I am fond of the Grenadiers too. Best regards Phil.

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  14. Duke of Baylen18 October 2022 at 08:01

    Hi Phil,

    it looks like everything that can and should be said has been and so all I can do is echo the other voices. Nevertheless, it all looks splendid. The buildings alone lead to an ungodly level of envy and the spirit of "Charge" surely lifts every wargamer's heart toward heaven. I look forward to the time when I can get to Shows like this and catch up with friends. The social side of the hobby elevates the solitary hours with the paint brush. All the plaudits are well deserved as your games continue to be inspirational. "Well done" seems insufficient but is sincerely meant.
    all the best,
    Stephen

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    1. Phil19 October 2022 at 15:17

      Thank you Stephen. That's most kind. I must admit to having missed shows more than I thought I had. This experience has made me want to do more again and get back 'on the circuit' a bit more (or at least to do more Partizans). Best regards. Phil

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