Blood and Plunder at Historicon 2023!

As the summer gets hotter, and June has given way to July, one of the East Coast’s premiere wargaming events is nearly upon us. Historicon! Hosted by HMGS is happening from Wednesday, July 19th through Sunday, July 23rd. A number of No Dice No Glory staff will be there playing games, running events, and buying way more minis than we could possibly paint in a lifetime.

Additionally, Glenn Van Meter and Tom Mullane will be running two tournaments for Blood and Plunder on Friday. Read on for more info!

No Dice No Glory Episode 120: Tales of the Sail Episode #26 – The Aftermath

 

The Tails-men are back, the only podcast dedicated to all of the fun from Firelock Games! Join Glenn, Tom and Tyler as they chat about their “Plunder of Easter Island” Tournament in Maryland from this past month. Trivia is also back, so join in for a chance at some sweet free prizes!

Pirates, Fleets, and Trenches – Historicon 2021 Tournament Signups!

By Tom “Cap’n Chairborne” Mullane

As the leaves turn, and the winds grow chilly, Historicon will soon be upon us. This coming November 11 through 14 many of us are coming together for the first time in a long time to get some gaming in. Glenn Van Meter, Tyler Stone, and Tom Mullane (the Tails of the Sail gentlemen) have quite a bit planned in terms of Firelock Games this time around. Tom will also be wearing a Spanish Conquistador outfit, because he lost a bet.

Signups are happening now on the Community Page for under events. So please sign up soon. We have available slots, and loaner armies, but those spots won’t wait forever. Check below for the specifics of each tournament. (Blood and Plunder, Oak and Iron, Blood and Valor). And remember, Firelock is providing a special prize to anyone brave enough to play in all three events.

No Dice No Glory Episode 101: Tails of the Sail 19

Join the Talesmen; Glenn Van Meter, Tyler Stone and Tom Mullane for their latest podcast as they discuss the global campaign and give advice on running one of your own. The winner of a brand new Core Box of Oak and Iron is announced and we try to stump our listenership with another Trivia Question. Glenn, Tom and Tyler discuss plans for upcoming events as things start to reopen. Join us for news of the Global Campaign and some general chatting about the game we all love

No Dice No Glory Episode 95: Tails of the Sail EP17

Join Glenn, Tyler and Tom as they continue their Blood and Plunder journey through a variety of topics. We continue to discuss the art of the sea battle and answer listener questions, make a big announcement about a joint Firelock, Blood and Pigment and No Dice No Glory Venture; A GLOBAL CAMPAIGN beginning on June 10th!  Someone finally loses a bet, and will suffer the consequences. Glenn and Tom also announce a Trivia winner this week along with a new question for those with some solid googling skills. Thanks for joining us for our Tales of the Sail this month!

Spruce up your Plunder: Accessories from Firelock Games

By Mitch Reed

As gamers we often know the basic requirements for the games we play; models, terrain and a rulebook. However, many games also require game aids that not only help you play, but they also add to the aesthetic experience of the game. Gamers often pride themselves on items like tokens, dice and decks, and with all of games’ in catalog, you have some excellent accessories to choose from.