After a lengthy wait Issue 36 of Portal is available for download! Now, I really can't complain about the wait for this issue, after all Portal is a free ezine and is a big favorite.

This issue sports three tutorials including one on sculpting from Jeremie Bonamant (you may have heard of him). A history of the Golden Demon, reviews, and rather comprehensive overview of recent crowdfunding projects.

Antenocitis Workshop has released their latest vehicle the Marrua Gaucho (designed for Infinity). A light-armored Patrol Vehicle, ideal for security forces and law enforcement.

More importantly, it is going to look great on your gaming table with any near future/sci-fi game!

Bruce Hirst has updated his PDF files for the plethora of molds that he has available at Hirst Arts. In addition to that he has started work on updating his Gallery pages. Finally, he has let us know that his next protect is a cottage mold and a door mold.

Joseph Piddington, an independent filmmaker from the UK, has a vision! He wants to create a documentary covering the history of the miniature wargaming hobby, Miniature Wargaming The Movie. It is more than just a history of the hobby though, or even interviews of some of the iconic figures from the wargaming industry. It also will cover two rookie wargames introduction to the hobby to competing in their first ever tournaments in one of Great Britian's largest tournaments.

The good news is that the Kickstarter is funded and it is going to happen!

The great news is that there is still time for us to jump in and help even more with this project.

Our support means that he will be able to enter this documentary into even more film festivals, cover travel expenses, and make the movie even better! After all, this could be the introductory platform of our hobby to a new generation of gamers!

I hope you will join me in supporting this project!

Visit...   http://miniaturewargamingthemovie.com/   to learn more.

Grand Moff Tarkin isn't the only one looking it either! However, at last, you can get your hands on Strongholds of Resistance sourcebook and answer that question.

It would be a mistake to believe that the Rebellion is simply the base at Yavin or Hoth. Hence the plural title of Strongholds, expect to delve into the secrets of rebel bases on Mon Cala, Kinyen, and Sullust. Along with additional data on other planets, like the jungle-covered Thyferra (source of the critical material of bacta) and the trading/manufacturing center of Ord Gimmell.

New PC races of Polis Massans, Quarren, and Verpine are detailed along with new weapons, droids and my favorite...ships!

You can order your copy from Fantasy Flight Games or swing by your FLGS today, it retails for $39.95.

Seems like I have been spending a fair amount of time covering Spectre Miniatures. Today we have a number of pre-order releases with discounts.

Starting off there is the Sports Utility Vehicle - Offroad Spec, which comes fitted with a snorkel to all fording rivers, with a passenger capacity ranging between 7 and 5. It is the vehicle you expect to see in less hospital regions where the term 'road' is a bit ambiguous...at best.

Of course not every scenario is going to be taking place out in the bush, for those occasions we have Urban SUV. Capable of carrying up to 7 personnel or 5 and trunk full of gear! While its pedestrian exterior obfuscates the armor and comms package that only top shelf players can afford. It is designed to keep High Value Targets safe and comfortable as they travel.

Spectre Miniatures is also releasing a half dozen Scenario Miniatures, leading off we have the Close Protection/Agents - Alfa. They aren't wearing Armani but then again their body armor would ruin the lines of the suits. Armed with MP7-A1 SMGs they provide just the right amount deterrence and elegance to any civilized meeting.

Close Protection/Agents - Bravo are substantially less subtle but represent the first responders when a situation goes sideways. Sporting body armor (w/ trauma plates), and SIG MPX SMG's they may very well be your assets best chance of staying alive!

So who would have Close Protection/Agents?

Why The Banker...of course. He is the money man, with billions in accounts, bonds, and contracts. The sort of High Value Target that needs an armored SUV and muscle to ensure he doesn't e

Of course...there are others who need muscle as well. The Blackmailer is at the top of the list. Now, he personally doesn't like that label, he prefers Leverage Specialist.

Finally, we have The Shiek! With billions in oil money and just as much in clout he is implementing agendas across the globe to suit his ambitions. If anyone is on the radar of Foreign Security Agencies it is this fellow, so you can expect him to go well armed...wherever his plots take him.

All of these miniatures are available for pre-order and offer a discount, don't miss out though, they are set to begin shipping November 16th!

It may seem like it is a long ways off, however preregistration for Adepticon 2016 begins Monday, November 23rd at 8PM CST.

The 2016 Event Schedule Preview is up and it looks like it is going to be another great show!

What is Adepticon?

"AdeptiCon has grown consistently over the past thirteen years, from the humble 110 person event in 2002, to the amazing 2,400 attendees AdeptiCon hosted in 2015. Over these thirteen years, AdeptiCon has been held at five different venues. We have expanded from a handful of events to well over 300 tournaments, event games, and hobby seminars covering all aspects of the miniature war gaming hobby. Despite the continued growth and necessary expansion, we have made every effort to keep consistent focus on one major priority: to present to our attendees the highest quality wargaming event possible. This will remain our priority for 2016 and beyond."

When is Adepticon 2016?

03/30/16 - 04/03/16

Where is Adepticon 2016?

Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
1551 N. Thoreau Dr.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
USA
1-847-303-4100

Osprey Adventures shows off their product line for 2016.

Dwarf Warfare (January 2016) by Chris Pramas.

Fortune & Glory: A Treasure Hunter's Handbook (January 2016) by David McIntee

Nazi Moonbase (April 2016) by Graeme Davis

The Cthulhu Wars: The United States Battles Against The Mythos (May 2016) by Kenneth Hite

Steampunk Soldiers: The American Frontier (May 2016) by Philip Smith & Joseph A McCullough

Elf Warfare (June 2016) by Chris Pramas

Undead Warfare (September 2016) by Chris Pramas

The Cthulhu Wars: Ancient Rome (Novemeber 2016)

What?

You thought we were done with Osprey?

Not at all! As a matter of fact I have been eagerly awaiting En Garde! for some time now. It will be released January 2016 and was written by Craig Woodfield.

Frostgrave: Sellsword (ebook mini-supplement, January 2016)

Bolt Action: Duel In The Sun (February 2016) covering the African and Italian Campaigns.

Horizon Wars: 6mm Hard Science-Fiction Wargames (April 2016)

OWG 14: Poseidon's Warriors - Classical Naval Warfare 480 BC - 31 BC (June 2016) by John Lambshead.

OWG 15: Broken Legions - Fantasy Skirmish Wargames in the Roman Empire (July 2016) by Mark Latham.

Frostgrave: Into The Breeding Pits (July 2016) by Joseph A. McCullough

OWG 16: The Men Who Would Be Kings - Colonial Wargaming Rules (September 2016)

Frostgrave: Arcane Locations (ebook mini-supplement, September 2016)

OWG 17: Rogue Stars - Skirmish Wargaming in a Science Fiction Underworld (October 2016) by Andrea Sfiligoi

OWG 18: Chosen Men: Military Skirmish Games in the Napoleonic Wars (November 2016)

Frostgrave: Forgotten Pacts (November 2016)

If you close your eyes and let your mind drift, you  can almost smell that distinctive aroma of stale beer, cheap cigars, saddle leather and trail dust.

"Welcome to the El Tarasco Bar. You know how there are those places just outside of town for a reason. This is one of them. This kit was part of the Santo Poco set of adobe buildings. This building includes a movable partition wall on the first level and a L shaped bar. The second floor/roof area is accessible by an external staircase. The building ships with 3 different signs, El Tarasco Bar, The Last Draw and The Lazy Ace. You can also custom order a name to fit your game table."


Be sure to check it out at Burn In Designs!

With just hours left Ares Games has seen their Sword & Sorcery Kickstarter overwhelmingly backed with more than 3,300 backers and over $430,000 pledged.

Time is definitely running out if you haven't gotten in on this Kickstarter!

The Princess from Alderaan has her own figure pack expansion for Imperial Assault and she is ready to kick some Imperial butt! She comes with new Command cards, skirmish upgrade, side mission, and skirmish missions! It is a great replacement for the Leia token in the Return to Hoth expansion.

So check out the Leia Organa Ally Pack for Imperial Assault.

The Dropfleet Commander Kickstarter is going very well and I am betting it is going to unlock every single stretch goal before it is done! As of right now there are only four remaining stretch goals and they still have 22 days to go.

Thought I would highlight their Radar Map which is just one of many cool maps that you will get with your set!

Don't miss your ship...get in on this amazing new game!

Available now at RPGnow...

"A Routine Customs Inspection" is an into adventure for the new Honorverse Role Play Setting using the D6 Epic game engine. The setting is based off of David Weber's Honor Harrington series published by Baen Books.

You take on the role of a member of the Manticoran Navy, currently assigned to anti-piracy duty...what could go wrong?

Clocking in at 36 pages, written by Michael J. Scott, art by Sam Pray and currently priced at $6. This product contains the adventure (designed for up to 8 characters), character sheets and the D6 Epic Quickstart rules.

Also available at RPGnow...

"Road to Armageddon: Core Rules" The world balances on a knife's edge, the West faces off against the Russo-Japanese alliance and the New Jihad in the Islamic States.

Designed by Space Opera co-author, Phillip McGregor, art by Ricky Martin, published by Phalanx Games Design, this PDF weighs in at 180 pages, currently priced at $20.

In addition to this book you will also need Road to Armageddon Gear Book and the GM will need the Modern Encounters Book.

A Print on Demand version is in the works, anyone who purchases the PDF version prior to the release of the PoD version will receive a coupon for the latter at a discount over the normal PoD price.

Seems like I am not done with RPGnow...

Book of Heroic Races: Advanced Skinwalkers for the Pathfinder RPG, provides everything that you need to play a skinwalker.

Standard Racial traits for a skinwalker, alternate racial trait, and 3 new character traits. 17 new character class options with 4 new archetypes (i.e. beastwalker druid and kinetic assailant soulknife). 7 new Feats to expand on shapeshifting abilities. 6 new shapeshifter-themed spells, 4 new magic items, 3 new deities!

At 22 pages you know it is packed with plenty of crunch and priced to move at $3.95!

Specter Miniatures has opened up a new collection, Undercover Operators. There are those occasions where subtlety is the better option than rolling in with the Stryker. For those occasion Specter has you covered with their Undercover Operator SMG - Alfa, Undercover Operators - Alfa and Bravo.

As a side note, if you really hate painting eyes, these guys come equipped with shades to simplify your painting schedule!