Events

Terrain Specialties presents the CotN 2007 Painting Contest. Enter your favorite painted gaming figures in the contest and show off your painting skills! Requirements are listed in the Events Book. Painting Contest prizes are provided by Phoenix Games. (www.phoenixgamesonline.com) Even if you won't be entering, be sure to stop by and vote for your favorites.

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

Compete with other players for prestige in ancient Egypt. Build pyramids and cultivate the Nile valley. Beginners should arrive early

The outlaws hunt the sheriff. The sheriff hunts the outlaws. The renegade plots secretly, ready to take one side or the other. Bullets fly. Who among the gunmen is a deputy, ready to sacrifice himself for the sheriff? And who is a merciless outlaw, willing to kill him? If you want to find out, just draw (your cards!) Sheriff, Outlaw, Deputy, or Renegade? Which are you, and what about the dynamite? Beginners welcome.

Bismark and Prinz Eugen versus Hood and the Prince of Wales in this famous naval battle. Simple rules.

"TV, beer, and nookie... It's Friday night at Chez Geek!" Come play the game modeled on YOUR life as a geek. Watch TV, get your booze and weed, and get your Slack goal before all the others. Mature players only (18+)

Why not start off your con with a little uncertainty and anxiety? Join King Midi and Prime Minister Midi for the latest installment of the Midimaze setup and test run party! Oh sure, we actually check over the equipment now and we even set it up Thursday night. Still, there's no guarantee the Midiring will actually work without the required blood sacrifices that we like to call meticulous playtests. Get a little practice in and demand your favorite options from the friendly Midimaze staff! Download the maze creation tools (thank you Mike Miller and ESG Labs) off the Con of the North website and bring in everyone's new favorite mazes on a floppy disk (or email them to jabeecher@netzero.net)! Use way too many parentheses in a sentence, or learn to run Midimaze and dink around with the settings yourself! As always, no one knows how many computers older and more world-weary than Lindsay Lohan will blow up! You can, at this event alone, break a joystick.

Sail into the Con with a 40 point, single nation fleet. Captain with the best combat record will be the winner.

The revival is at hand. Will you be prepared? Can you hear the screams of battle as the clash of Samurai, Shugenja, Ashigaru, and Goblins commence? The children of Hentai, Fu Leng, Toturi, and the Mirumoto stand ready for your commands. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. Beginners Welcome!

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

You are entering a dimension of Time, Death, and Cookies ... Fluxx is a simple to learn, fast-paced, and highly addictive card game where the right cards can not only make you Toast, they can also make you a winner. Beginners welcome Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

We did it last year, we're going to do it again! Come show off your l33t hacking skillz as you attempt to become the net ninja and hack more systems than any other scrub out there! I'll bring the Bawls and the Jolt, you'll have to figure out the pizza yourself. Beginners welcome.

Riverboat racing on the mighty Mississippi, or a reasonable facsimile thereof.

Will I be the mayor, settler, builder, captain, craftsman, or prospector? This is the question you will ask yourself each round in this very popular game. Win the game by building the best buildings or shipping the most commodities to Spain. You should know the rules.

Open Play, come join in as we refight the classic battles in miniature. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Com join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. New players encouraged to attend a demo.

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

The time has come. Five teams of three sociopathic pop-culture icons duking it out in a winner-take-all tournament of doom! So bring two homespheres from your nice-day-having posse to back you up and have at all the other round-headed losers that populate the maze! We will use the chip bidding system I forgot to implement last year to decide options and reward the smack down, so get ready for some math! If you need teammates, there will be a draft adjudicated to insure every team is competitive. If nothing else, it'll be nice to see a familiar face in the maze for once! You must be able to use a joystick without breaking it.

Horrific and bizarre events have begun to plague the town of Arkham, Massachusetts. Only one small band of investigators can save Arkham from the Great Old Ones and destruction!

Your captain is the most dreaded pirate in the world, your ship is the scourge of the seas. You fear nothing and no one, but you should. This is the tale of the doom of the pirate ship Bloody Razor.

As a brave adventurer armed with mighty weapons and powerful abilities, you must venture into the dungeon depths to battle monsters, evade deadly traps, discover lost treasures, and ultimately confront and defeat the evil masters that dwell in the hidden places.

Bring your painted 40k or Warhammer Fantasy army and spend the evening battling on themed terrain tables provided by Terrain Specialties. You can join in this event at any time throughout the evening and play in multi-player mega battles, or one on one games. Please have a completed army list for the army you will use. A great opportunity to test out your 40k army before Sunday's Rogue Trader Tournament.

Cost is $7 for each player's booster. Players will draft their team and then be partnered for the tournament.

Beginners welcome. Refight the Wars of the Roses. Play the Avalon Hill Kingmaker, using a special initial setup designed to assure an even start. Ability to learn.

You're a member of M-Force, America's premier monster hunting organization. You're highly trained, well equipped with the latest high tech gear and weaponry, and extremely motivated to battle evil wherever it is found. Now a mysterious ancient structure has suddenly appeared in the middle of Massachusetts. Can you survive one of the deadliest D&D modules ever created? Simple rules taught onsite.

With great power comes great responsibility. Now it's your turn to wield that power in the Marvel Heroes strategy board game.

The Department of Psi Affairs controls all psi-related matters in the United States...registration, experimentation, training, and recruitment. Who will decide the future course of this secretive and powerful government agency? You, of course... No rules knowledge necessary.

Conduction highly clasifed operations deep in the Pacific Ocean, the R/V Revelle has gone dark. The nature of those experiments cannot be revealed as a matter of national security. The Third Fleet has a unit of SEALs within range, and the Department of The Navy wants them to secure the situation NOW! A cinematic action-horror classic straight from Hollywood by way of Lovecraft. This is a modified version of Peer Kroger's scenario from "Worlds of Cthulhu" Volume 1. Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

Imagine how your lives could be different if you made different choices. A group of good friends find out the hard way when they find themselves 20 years in the past, reliving their senior year with some slight differences in history in a world filled with vampires, demons, and monsters. Someone has changed their past, can they get back to the present? Beginners welcome, mature players only. This is round 1 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 2 is SUN10-14. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

A game of World War II-era squad-based tactical combat featuring detailed plastic figures and elegant but realistic game mechanics.

Play as pirates on the Spanish main, in teams or as individuals. Sail your ships, fire your cannons, and backstab your shipmates. It's all good. Characters provided. Beginners welcome

Welcome back to the ongoing convention campaign! Drop in and out during the con. This game will run all 3 days of the convention. All are welcome! Adventures in and around Endhome - the players decide their fate. This will be the third year running for this adventure. Characters provided or make your own! Basic knowledge of D&D helps. Beginners welcome!

Here's your chance to prepare for the Midwest Open in Kenosha. Learn about day actions and night actions, POC, and bonus attacks. Carry out the devastating raid on Pearl Harbor and try to defeat the Aliies before they can recover. Or watch the raid and hope there'll be enough left afterwards to hold out until the massive American reinforcements arrive. Please bring your own copy if you have one. Players will be tought the rules if necessary.

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

In Freight Train, each player runs their own freight yard and several trains. Using these and a shared main yard, players take 11 different types of freight cars and compete to form the longest trains. The game lasts for 3 "days", but when the yard foreman calls it quits, that day is over. As each day wears on, the tension mounts as players scheme to ensure that their trains will be the longest. The locomotives are waiting. Are you ready to roll?

In this new version of the classic game, Dracula moves secretly around Europe, spawning more of his undead slaves and setting traps for unwary hunters. Meanwhile, the team of brave vampire hunters desparately pursue the evil Count in hopes to slay him before he can populate the continent with his legions of undead.

Gather resources on an unexplored island. Trade with your fellow players. Build roads and settlements with the resources you collected. You should know the rules

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

Bring your pre-built AGOT CCG deck featuring cards from Valyrian, Winter and Iron Throne Blocks. See http://www.agameofthrones.com/support for more information on tourney rules. All participants will receive a free promo card. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

Beginners welcome. Fight for control of the illicit activities in NYC. Become the dominant Mafia boss in the city. Not actually a six hour game, runs from 8PM to Midnight. Ability to learn.

House Doloreaux and House Avoirdopois have long been at odds, and border skirmishes are all too common. With tensions growing between the two lands, it has been agreed to hold trials to determine who is right without the need for war. With such high stakes, however, can they be sure that the loser will honor the agreements? Beginners Welcome!

Once without equal, within the snow covered, desolate tundra of the icelands, the famed city of O'Trallith had become an oasis for the poplar miners attached to the remote region by its vast veins of gold, silver, and mithril. Then the city disappeared into the snowy wastes, taking with it the visiting Crown Prince of Trillium. Presented in Xtreme Dungeons & Dragons format utilizing audio, video, and lights. An 8th level character will be provided. Rules will be taught to those who are 1 hour early.

Once without equal within the snow-covered, desolate tundra of the Icelands, the famed city of O'Trallith had become an oasis for the polar miners attracted to the remote region by its vast veins of gold, silver, and mithril. Then the city disappeared into the snowy wastes, taking with it the visiting Crown Prince of Trillium. Presented in Xtreme Dungeons & Dragons format, utilizing audio, video, and light. An 8th level character will be provided. Rules will be taught to those who are 1 hour early.

At Con of the North 2006, Inquisitor Bertrand and his warband averted disaster and halted the spread of the zombie plague on Bay Roma. However, during the climactic battle, the dark mastermind behind the deadly scheme narrowly escaped capture. Now a trail of evidence leads them in a different direction in their unrelenting hunt for this enemy of the Imperium. Figures provided or bring your own to use with GM approval. This event ends at midnight.

It is the dawning of a new era. The merciless Emperor who ruled the Moons of Jovius for thousands of years is dead. A group of heroes from Earth sparked a rebellion against the mighty Emperor, and paid the ultimate price for their victory. Now, summoned by the mysterious Great Machine, the remaining leaders of the Moons of Jovius and the last few survivors from Earth gather to determine the fate of the Bug People, Blue Amazons, Mole People, Hawk Men, Humans and all the other races inhabiting the Moons. Leap into a future brought to you by the serials of the 1930s. Become a galactic hero, vile villain, or plucky sidekick, all while freeing your people from certain doom or bringing peace to the galaxy through your just and benevolent rule.

The Depths of the Underhalls beckon once again! Join with fellow adventurers to once again explore the largest dungeon in the Realms. Bring your own characters level 6-7 or characters can be provided. Knowledge preferred, but rules will be taught.

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

Do you dare venture into the lair of the cave troll? Each player sends their party of brave explorers in search of treasure while attempting to thwart their opponents with savage orcs, terrifying wraiths and of course, the mighty cave troll! A classic game by Tom Jolly.

Your greedy adventurer must race through the dragon's magical maze collecting gold and thwarting others' moves with trickery and well-placed traps.

The game of screaming space battles is back! Now with all-new art by renowned cartoonist John Kovalic, Mag*Blast will prove that in space, everyone will hear you scream!

Kill the monsters, steal the treasure and stab your buddy in this exciting spoof on Dungeons & Dragons. All the fun of roleplaying with cards! Power yourself up with the Loaded Die, and Sword of Slaying; everything except squid to fight off the Bullrog.

"To Some, It Ain't No Game," and now we include the expansion, "Bustin' A Gut." It's like "Life," but for the working man or woman. New rigs -- like the Dale Earncart (holds 3 young 'ens, naturally), and the Boater Floater. New title deeds -- like the Navahome and the Cowabungaloo. And more red-headed stepchildren named "Darryl" -- at least 1d6 more per player. This year: two boards AND two time slots. Don't be shy about signing up now, y'hear? Parents: this game has young 'ens in it, but it is not a game for young 'ens. Send Dallas, Austin, and little Waco to the Pokemon table while you play "Redneck Life." Mature players only

Train gaming that's as easy as connecting the dots. Players draw tracks with crayons on an erasable board and operate a rail empire in an effort to accumulate the most money. Make your fortune in America, India, England, or the whole of Europe. For more information on the "Empire Builder" series of games visit www.boardgamegeek.com/game/168 No player knowledge required.

At the monastery of St. Frederick, monks are mysteriously dying. Is it murder, plague, or has a worse evil entered these hallowed grounds? Diceless, numberless horror. Bring your steady hand. http://www.tiltingatwindmills.net Beginners welcome.

The year is 1830, and you assume the role of one of the great railroad tycoons who compete to build a railroad empire across the country. Should I upgrade my train? Should I build expensive track across the mountains? Should I be the first to deliver goods to a city? These are some of the questions you will ask yourself during the game. This game is fun, challenging, and it has a big, impressive board.

Those who dive upon this path have met nothing but dead ends or ended up dead. It is called the Blair Witch project, an investigation that has neither solved nor proven any existence of the myth-driven story of the accursed witch. It is you, along with a few other brave investigators that will attempt to solve this mystical urban legend, or die trying. Bring along your teddy bears ... or you'll be leaving screaming. Some knowledge helpful

The Headless Horseman was Bram Bones with a pumpkin, right? So who killed Bram Bones? Where is Ichabod Crane? An adventure for 6th-level characters in Northern Crown (characters provided). Basic rules (D20) knowledge helpful.

Again an intrepid band of adventurers finds itself in a strange land, meets strange characters and must solve a mystery to get home. A role-playing adventure for five mid-level characters. Characters provided. Participation in previous Mad Hatter adventures is not required.

What makes a Man a Man? Is it his ability to reason, his faith in God, his ability to kill his own kind, or is it something else -- something that lies between the rocks? Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

Actually, it's just another missing persons case. Easy enough for Steele Investigations...... or is it?

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

The old man eyes you over his mug of warm ale and quietly whispers, "Darkshire is no place for fine men like you. Let the souls wander and the ravens fly. An evil surrounds that place like a pall... A cruel, sinister darkness." Rising, his wrinkled face is pale and his hands are visibly shaking. "I warned you. I did. I warned you..." Characters provided.

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

Compete with other players for prestige in ancient Egypt. Build pyramids and cultivate the Nile valley. Beginners should arrive early

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

So your character goes to the inn for a tankard of ale and a little dicing? Well, what were popular games in the taverns and ale-halls in the middle ages? Here's a chance to learn and play a number of distinguished medieval games of chance: Gluckshaus, Shove-Groat, Blind Dice, Hazards, and more. Beginners welcome

The game of screaming space battles is back! Now with all-new art by renowned cartoonist John Kovalic, Mag*Blast will prove that in space, everyone will hear you scream!

The people have cried out, the cycle turns, and we need a new Midi Czar. For two hours, 16 players can engage each other in 'debate' on old Atari STs in one of the most amusing first-person shooters there ever was. In the end only the quickest and the luckiest will become the Midi Czar. This is the Primary round of the Saturday Tournament. The Run-off Election, if you are found worthy, will be held during slot Sat 18-20. You must be able to use a joystick without breaking it. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

The revival is at hand. Will you be prepared? Can you hear the screams of battle as the clash of Samurai, Shugenja, Ashigaru, and Goblins commence? The children of Hentai, Fu Leng, Toturi, and the Mirumoto stand ready for your commands. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. Beginners Welcome!

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

Classic 18xx series train game. Become the biggest robber baron on the block in this game of track-laying and stock market manipulation. No "chance" elements here... players succeed using their own grit and determination. The "Take A Ride On The Reading" and "Coalfields" variants will be available for play in addition to the classic "1830" game. For information on "1830" visit www.boardgamegeek.com/game/421. Previous 18xx game experience helpful.

The Peacekeepers are the super-heroic defenders of River City. Led by the super-patriot Captain Courageous, they have held the line against all paranormal threats to their own city for years. When word of a planned daring super-crime reaches their ears, what will they do to protect their friends, neighbors, and families? See http://www.silbeg.com/cotn/peacekeepers.html for more information. Beginners welcome

"Welcome traveler to Umar's Tent of a Thousand and One Delights. Your humble servant presents to you the finest entertainments in all of Zakhara." Hear enchanting music and songs from across the Land of Fate. See daring feats and lovely dancers. Be astounded by the most fanciful of stories, every one of which is true, including the amazing tale of Beyond the Veil! Sixth level pregens provided.

The conflict in the Ulthor system has raged on for months, with neither the Imperium nor the enemy able to gain the upper hand. Each side has refitted and massed its strength in preparation for an upcoming offensive. With the battle about to be joined, the earth shakes with the grinding of tanks and the impact of approaching titans. All figures provided.

You, the women of the National American Women's Suffrage Association attend the Congress of Women at the Chicago Columbian Expedition of 1893. Perhaps you'll have a moment to tour the Faire, and maybe even Buffalo Bill's Congress of Rough Riders. All characters are female; female players welcome. Roleplaying is much more important that rules knowledge. Originally run at GenCon Indy and SoCal. http://www.novus-ordo-seclorum.org/ Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

Play the crew of Serenity on another rollicking adventure, set after the end of the TV series but before the movie. Hijinks may ensue. This game uses the Hero system as a guideline -- roleplaying matters far more than game mechanics. Knowledge of the game system is not required, but knowledge of the TV show Firefly, preferably including the "unaired" shows released on DVD, is preferred. No official connection to the show or its creators.

The evil boy toys have found the ultimate weapon in the battle of the bedroom! The Fuzzy Heroes need help in ther fight against the chaos and messy rooms. Stuffed animals will be provided; come early and pick your favorite! Appropriate for all ages of kids or for adults that are young at heart. Rules will be taught. All children under the age of eight should be accompanied by a parent/guardian please.

Terrain Specialties will provide the cool terrain, and you provide your own army of painted Citadel miniatures to play against other GW enthusiasts. You can join in any time, and play in multiplayer mega-battles or one-on-one games. Armies should be up to 2000 points max, and you must have a completed army roster. 40k armies should follow Standard Mission Organization.

White Star Security, the bane of all hackers on the web; it's time to show them who's boss in cyberspace. This scenario based game of hacker will pit you in a race against the other players to be the first to hack into White Star and crash it. I'll bring the Bawls and Jolt; you'll have to figure out the pizza yourself. Beginners welcome.

A Game of Thrones CCG Draft tournament featuring the newest edition, Iron Throne. $13 for cards and draft pack. See http://www.agameofthrones.com/support for more information on tourney rules. All participants will receive a free promo card. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

Red Bean and her cohorts' last adventure taught them that tombs and liches are bad things; just stay away. However, their accomplishments earned them a commission from the Emperor. They must acquire two of the King of Nanchao's most prized possessions. Cajole, buy, or steal ... but never mention the Emperor's interest.

Welcome to Kalamar. Whether by choice or because you have no choice, you have been entered in the games. Winning brings glory, fame, and freedom (yup, some of you are slaves). In this match you are pitted against the Grand Army (more guys like you - except they won last week) of Kalamar... In a fight to save your kingdom of Norga-Karangrel (yes, you represent the Hobgoblin Nation). Hear the roar of the coliseum crowd and see the pitiful flag that you must defend through the iron gates. Two minutes 'til the gates rise, your shackles are removed, and you march out to meet your destiny. Rules knowledge helpful, setting knowledge also helpful.

You are an illiterate barbarian, infected with a particularly aggressive nano-virus that literally scrambles and ruins anything you attempt to read whether it's magic scrolls, recipe cards, or bumper stickers. Your band has been hired to demolish a loremaster's library. Chainsaws, flame-throwers, and battle axes -- your generous patron has gifted you with masterwork tools of destruction. Core rules and sense of humor

With great power comes great responsibility. Now it's your turn to wield that power in the Marvel Heroes strategy board game.

The President-For-Life is facing an insurgency from both a popular uprising and within his own military forces. Add in mercenaries, U.N. units, and block ops special forces, and it's just another day in the Third World. This miniatures game in 1/72nd scale depicts squad level combat set in a mythical African nation, circa 1970, where everyone has different motives and objectives. Simple rules taught onsite.

The world of Runebound is yours to explore as you and your friends take the roles of heroes in this fantasy adventure board game full of monsters, perils, and treasure.

It's actually a metaphor for larger social issues in modern day America ... oh, who am I kidding? It's snakes on a school bus! Sense of humor a must

A group of paranormal investigators for the DMA (Department of Mystic Affairs) are taking a well-deserved vacation in Minnesota, enjoying the late August weather away from Washington, D.C., when they find themselves transported in time to the near future, and the world has turned from one filled with pain and war into one filled with monsters and the Apocalypse! Can they find their way home again? Beginners welcome, mature players only. This is round 1 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 2 is SUN10-14. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

What do a missing professor, his graduate students, a valley in eastern South Dakota, and an ancient native american legend have in common?

First the Count of Genoa, then the Duke of Pisan. Who has the audacity to kill a nobleman, and what else might they do? Pulp-Style superheroes in an alternate Renaissance. http://www.tiltingwindmills.net Beginners Welcome!

A game of World War II-era squad-based tactical combat featuring detailed plastic figures and elegant but realistic game mechanics.

Twilight Struggle is a quick-playing, low complexity game covering the cold war. Can you, as the Soviet Premier or the American President, lead your people to victory? Or will it all end in a giant mushroom cloud? Please bring a copy if you own one. Rules will be taught. This is round 1 of a 3 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 2 is SAT14-18. Round 3 is SAT18-22. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

Failed scientist Dr. Venture continues his quest for money and glory without working for it. This morning he found a map to Aztec treasure guarded by a zombie army. What could be simpler? Play as Dr. Venture, Hank, Dean, Brock, Billy, the Albino, and more. Characters provided. Beginners welcome

Can you prove yourself worthy to stand among the great captains of history, such as Saladin, William Wallace, and George Washington? Play one, two, or all three rounds of "Hammer of the Scots," "Liberty," and "Crusader Rex" to find out -- a different game each round. See the rules online at columbiagames.com, and please bring your copy of each game if you have one. Players will be expected to know the rules.

Players take the roles of competing nobles, warring for control of the land. Balance military force with economic investment and careful diplomacy, hoping to build the most powerful armies and wield the greatest influence.

Congratulations, Citizen! You have been randomly selected to join the final quality test of HPD&MC's latest HappyFunActivity! In Actual Alpha, you'll live the life of a Troubleshooter in a reproduction of Alpha Complex. Experience the excitement of chasing down Traitors and defending valuable equipment! A fun time will be had; Friend Computer said so!

Take your people from a stone age tribe to the glory of Rome.

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

Got time? Sitting out a siege, waiting for one side or the other to starve or submit? Come and learn how our armor-wearing forebearers and their peasants would pass the time when they had the time. Games include Tablero, Fox and Geese, Alquerque, Assaulto and Tafl. Beginners welcome

Which commander will stand triumphant with the greatest war machine? Enter the deadly arena with your dreadnought or walker to win the coveted title of Gladiator Champion. To participate bring a painted: Space Marine, Chaos, or Ork Dreadnought, Ork Killer Kan Mob, Sentinel Squadron, Eldar Wraithlord or Warwalker Squad, or Carnifex. No special characters or VDR. No point limit. Any codex-legal upgrades allowed (Carnifex limited to one biomorph). All weapons & upgrades must be modeled. Post any questions at: http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/TerrainSpecialties/ Rules knowledge required

Some are born to greatness, while others have it thrust upon them. The rest of us must settle for stalking each other around a maze to the tender sounds of a moog while hoping the ring doesn't crash. Come and play one of the oldest, most entertaining first-person shooters around in this free-for-all Midimaze round! This is no fancy tournament with shiny trophies! We're trying to achieve midiocrity after all! You must be able to use a joystick without breaking it.

Will I be the mayor, settler, builder, captain, craftsman or prospector? This is the question you will ask yourself each round in this very popular game. Win the game by building the best buildings or shipping the most commodities to Spain. You should know the rules.

The revival is at hand. Will you be prepared? Can you hear the screams of battle as the clash of Samurai, Shugenja, Ashigaru, and Goblins commence? The children of Hentai, Fu Leng, Toturi, and the Mirumoto stand ready for your commands. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. Beginners Welcome!

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

An innovative game that merges card and board game mechanics to re-create aerial combat from World War I.

The Janitor just finished cleaning the gymnasium, and he left behind an old, scuffed notebook. Inside are elaborate plans to take over the school. Whos are they, and are they for the future or something already tried and discarded? Gradeschoolers in Anime-themed cross-dimensional 'burbs, PG rated. http://www.tiltingatwindmills.net/ Beginners Welcome!

The world of Blue Moon is in chaos. Players take control of one of several peoples in their quest for dominance in this customizable strategy game.

The Church decried them, the governments sought to ban them, and yet they continued to be played from the lowest to the highest social strata. Today, their ancestors are as common as hotdish at a family reunion. Experience where our modern playing card games evolved from with games such as Alouette, Karnoffel, Poch, Piquet, and Noddy. Beginners welcome

The people have cried out, the cycle turns, and we need a new Midi Czar. For two hours, 16 players can engage each other in 'debate' on old Atari STs in one of the most amusing first-person shooters there ever was. In the end only the quickest and the luckiest will become the Midi Czar. This is the Primary round of the Saturday Tournament. The Run-off Election, if you are found worthy, will be held during slot Sat 18-20. You must be able to use a joystick without breaking it. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

Pick a nation and design your own fleet of WWII era ships, subs and carriers and lead them on to victory in this card game designed by Verssen. Your goal is to launch attacks from your own ships and sink the ships of the opposing players. Beginners welcome!

Welcome to the tank. You've lived here as long as you can remember. Of course, being a fish, your memory isn't that great. Prawn is played in the swimming pool. You will get wet. Bring your own swimsuit/swim trunks.

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

Build railroad track across the country and try to fulfill what your destination cards tell you to do. This game has become very popular at both GenCon and Origins.

A war game of strategy, diplomacy, and resource management set in the world of George R.R. Martin's best-selling "A Song of Ice & Fire" fantasy series.

As a brave adventurer armed with mighty weapons and powerful abilities, you must venture into the dungeon depths to battle monsters, evade deadly traps, discover lost treasures, and ultimately confront and defeat the evil masters that dwell in the hidden places.

Can The Doctor and his companions thwart the Horror lurking at the edge of the solar system? Sound the cloister bell and ready your sonic screwdriver. Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

"Escape From Nu'Yorc" returns to Con of the North by popular demand! Your strike force has traveled deep into an ancient underground labyrinth while investigating alien artifacts on the planet Nu'Yorc. Now you must battle past your enemies to escape before the complex is destroyed by a power core meltdown. Participate by bringing a 350-point painted force made from any unit categories. Limit of 1 HQ choice and 1 Elite. No models with more than 2 wounds. No bikes, jetbikes, destroyers, special characters, or anything with an armor value. Questions: conofthenorthrtt@yahoo.com

Terrain Specialties will provide the cool terrain, and you provide your own army of painted Citadel miniatures to play against other GW enthusiasts. You can join in any time, and play in multiplayer mega-battles or one-on-one games. Armies should be up to 2000 points max, and you must have a completed army roster. 40k armies should follow Standard Mission Organization.

Everybody is saying that a joint biological and anthropological research project of the associated colleges of the midwest is destined to be a disaster, up at Hayse Lake State Park near Russo, MN. Professor Helms seems to think you will all discover the most strange and fascinating things alive. Here is God's country. Mature players only (18+)

We've parsed down the cumbersome Brickwars rules to fit on a single page, so even if you've never tried miniature combat of any sort you can easily learn this simplified system and begin playing in less than an hour. Bring your own army of Lego people or use one of ours. Beg, borrow, or steal the items needed to complete your quest. Be prepared to face not only the dangers of each castle but also dragons, ogres, and other assorted monsters. Prizes will be awarded.

With great power comes great responsibility. Now it's your turn to wield that power in the Marvel Heroes strategy board game.

Join the Order of the Stick as they take on Xykon in the Dungeon of Dorukan! Escape the dungeon with the most Loot You Drool Over to win!

Each player controls an ancient Greek family with political influence spread across the six main cities of Greece. Use your influence to gain control of these cities, which in turn will allow you to use your military forces to win glory on the battlefield.

Cries of glory can be heard coming from deep within the heart of northern Rokugan. The forces of the Lion, Dragon, and Dragonfly are mobilized and prepared for war. Join us as we refight the battles before Kyuden Tonbo, the fortress of the Dragonfly. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. New players encouraged to attend a demo.

Malcolm Reynolds has done it again: a simple job has been turned into a feud. Play as a member of the crew, caught in the crossfire between ranchers and merchants. Can you get out of trouble before your friends get killed? (Note: storyline is between the end of the series and the start of the movie.) Greenhorns welcome

You were members of Earth's greatest team of heroes. You thought you had dealt with your greatest foe once and for all. However, he left a legacy none of you could possibly expect or hope to escape from.

Mission: Hallowed Ground - Part 1. This demo will introduce gamers to the world of Spycraft. Watch and learn as Agents investigate and try to solve the murder of a powerful religious figure in the Vatican while trying to solve the riddle of "The Angels of Light" letter before a diabolical attack on the Roman Catholic Church is unleashed. Mature players only (18+)

The cryptic message arrived only yesterday from Aystlford, an isolated community of miners living in the foothills of the Darkridge Mountains. It was written by your uncle Cyrus, a tavern owner in the borderland village, and simply stated "Need help. Tainted." Characters provided.

You hear these words as you arrive - "Defeat your enemy and I shall grant you one wish." Pre-gens or BYOC 10th level or lower. Reasonably mature players only (15+)

* Thump * Thump * What could be making that noise in old Miss Richard's house? It's up to you and your team of investigators to find out. We fight the forces of darkness, so you don't have to! Roleplaying & fun emphasized, rules light.

A dragon ... a princess ... a kidnapping ... a sacrifice. We all know how this one goes, don't we? An adventure for 15th-level characters (will be provided). Rules kowledge helpful.

Twilight Struggle is a quick-playing, low complexity game covering the cold war. Can you, as the Soviet Premier or the American President, lead your people to victory? Or will it all end in a giant mushroom cloud? Please bring a copy if you own one. Rules will be taught. This is round 2 of a 3 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 1 is SAT10-14. Round 3 is SAT18-22. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

Can you prove yourself worthy to stand among the great captains of history, such as Saladin, William Wallace, and George Washington? Play one, two, or all three rounds of "Hammer of the Scots," "Liberty," and "Crusader Rex" to find out -- a different game each round. See the rules online at columbiagames.com, and please bring your copy of each game if you have one. Players will be expected to know the rules.

One of the modern classic 18xx games. Construct your rail empire from Chicago to the Southwest. No "chance" elements here... players succeed using their own grit and determination. "1870" has been acclaimed as one of the most balanced 18xx series games - every player has the opportunity to win. For more information on "1870" visit www.boardgamegeek.com/game/424. Previous 18xx game experince helpful.

You are humanity's last hope: the crew of the first ever faster-than-light ship, the Daedalus. Your mission was to go to the edge of the solar system, further than any human has ever been, and return. But then you engaged the drive, and nothing happened, and now Earth seems much the worse for wear... A post-apocalyptic SF game.

Welcome back to the ongoing convention campaign! Drop in and out during the con. This game will run all 3 days of the convention. All are welcome! Adventures in and around Endhome - the players decide their fate. This will be the third year running for this adventure. Characters provided or make your own! Basic knowledge of D&D helps. Beginners welcome!

Fifty years ago, a legend was born when six adventurers visited the Keep of Riddles. Over time, exact details, including the location of the Keep, have been lost. One man is obsessed with finding this lost knowledge...and one day, he thinks he has. Want to go with him and find out? Players should enjoy riddles and logic puzzles, and be able to rolepay a pre-generated character. Otherwise, knowledge of D&D is not required; any rules knowledge can and will be taught.

Dignitaries and mages have converged to witness the unfolding of a ritual. Each of you could sway the outcome! Learn secrets, find your allies to influence the ceremony in this LARP of politics and intrigue.

An empire-building game of interstellar conflict, trade, and the struggle for power.

Come explore the exciting world of Azeroth! Kill (or be killed) by Muloks, Worgens, Ogres, Demons, and Dragons! Join the Alliance and put the Horde invaders in their place, or join the Horde and send the Alliance nancy boys and girls crying home to mommy! Join the adventure as you and your team race against the other team to be the first to kill the lich, Kel'Thuzad. The Expansion Shadow of War will be used for this game in addition to the core board game. Beginners welcome.

Do you dare venture into the lair of the cave troll? Each player sends their party of brave explorers in search of treasure while attempting to thwart their opponents with savage orcs, terrifying wraiths and of course, the mighty cave troll! A classic game by Tom Jolly.

World War II naval miniatures; night battles in the Solomon Islands, 1942-43.

Some are born to greatness, while others have it thrust upon them. The rest of us must settle for stalking each other around a maze to the tender sounds of a moog while hoping the ring doesn't crash. Come and play one of the oldest, most entertaining first-person shooters around in this free-for-all Midimaze round! This is no fancy tournament with shiny trophies! We're trying to achieve midiocrity after all! You must be able to use a joystick without breaking it.

Gather Resources on an unexplored island. Trade with your fellow players. Build roads and settlements with the resources you collected. You should know the rules

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

Come one, come all, to a unique role playing experience for beginners! In The Big Night, you are the members of a crew on one of Santa's many sleighs who help him deliver toys to everyone around the world. The game uses a simple rock/paper/scissors conflict resolution system and gives all characters unique and easy-to-understand role playing hooks, abilities, and limitations. So bring your new-to-roleplaying friends and family and prepare for adventure, laughs, and a few good stories told by everyone. Of course, anyone with a sense of whimsy who doesn't take themselves too seriously is welcome even if they're experienced roleplayers. Puppets, music, and snacks provided. You must be able to reasonably consistently watch your language around children.

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

World War II naval miniatures; night battles in the Solomon Islands, 1942-43.

The Dark Angels thought that capturing a Tau Emmissary would be easy. They didn't expect to be shot down in the jungle on Pech. Can they survive long enough for help to arrive before what is waiting in the jungle comes to take them? Special skirmish rules will be used. All models provided.

Will I be mayor, settler, builder, captain, craftsman or prospector? This is the question you will ask yourself each round in this very popular game. Win the game by building the best buildings or shipping the most commodities to Spain. You should know the rules.

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

The classic chariot racing game from FASA returns. The first live driver to cross the finish line after completing three laps wins. Notice: we said live. Beginners welcome.

Horrific and bizarre events have begun to plague the town of Arkham, Massachusetts. Only one small band of investigators can save Arkham from the Great Old Ones and destruction!

...from a planet near Mars! Your extra-credit project: STOP THEM! For six meddling kids.

Terrain Specialties will provide the cool terrain, and you provide your own army of painted Citadel miniatures to play against other GW enthusiasts. You can join in any time, and play in multiplayer mega-battles or one-on-one games. Armies should be up to 2000 points max, and you must have a completed army roster. 40k armies should follow Standard Mission Organization.

Welcome to the Weird West, where sixguns and Stetsons meet mad science and the supernatural. You are on an otherwise unremarkable journey to another town when you suddenly find yourself caught in the middle of a daring train robbery. And once it's over, you have to find out who is behind it and why, or else you'll never make it to your destination. Saddle up; it's time to ride!

It's been a week since D-Day. Allied forces are advancing rapidly into France, sometimes too rapidly. Your squad finds yourselves in an isolated farming town, and it looks like the whole damn German Army is coming to wipe it off the map.

We've parsed down the cumbersome Brickwars rules to fit on a single page, so even if you've never tried miniature combat of any sort you can easily learn this simplified system and begin playing in less than an hour. Bring your own army of Lego people or use one of ours. Beg, borrow, or steal the items needed to complete your quest. Be prepared to face not only the dangers of each castle but also dragons, ogres, and other assorted monsters. Prizes will be awarded.

With great power comes great responsibility. Now it's your turn to wield that power in the Marvel Heroes strategy board game.

Players should bring a 200 point all rookie (yellow ring) team for combat. No duplicates of any figure. Unrestricted event.

This unique RPG adventure, neither LARP nor tabletop, but best of both, premiered at GenCon SoCal. Must be confortable with fluid situations, dark areas, strange noises, and mind-numbing terror. Roleplaying a must, game knowledge secondary. http://www.novus-ordo-seclorum.org/ Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

Wanted: Skilled staff for a marine biological research laboratory. Must be capable of handling extended workdays in Pacific offshore facility. Those suffering from claustrophobia, seasickness, or paranoia need not apply. Scientific and technical staff sought, excellent benefits, 401k. Diceless, numberless horror; bring your steady hand. http://www.tiltingwindmills.net Beginners Welcome!

A game of World War II-era squad-based tactical combat featuring detailed plastic figures and elegant but realistic game mechanics.

Twilight Struggle is a quick-playing, low complexity game covering the cold war. Can you, as the Soviet Premier or the American President, lead your people to victory? Or will it all end in a giant mushroom cloud? Please bring a copy if you own one. Rules will be taught. This is round 3 of a 3 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 1 is SAT10-14. Round 2 is SAT14-18. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

The Whispering Mummies of your troglodyte ancestors have been a source of wisdom and eldritch power for your clans for many, many hatchings. Now some terrible outside force has invaded the buried sanctuaries of your venerated ancestors and threatens to destroy your way of life. The Elders have chosen your group to drive out the invaders and to preserve the sanctity of the undead. Core rules and sense of humor

Join another player to pick a team of 4 mechs (no LAMS) for this relay race. Select your team from any standard FASA/FanPro sheet up to and including 3060. Track restrictions and challenges will affect your choices. Details are available at: http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/TerrainSpecialties/ If you can, provide your own minatures, record sheet, and dice. Some teams will be furnished. Prior Battle Tech rules experience will be helpful

Can you prove yourself worthy to stand among the great captains of history, such as Saladin, William Wallace, and George Washington? Play one, two, or all three rounds of "Hammer of the Scots," "Liberty," and "Crusader Rex" to find out -- a different game each round. See the rules online at columbiagames.com, and please bring your copy of each game if you have one. Players will be expected to know the rules.

... going down down. What could happen in a coal mine which has had a pristine safety record? What was that!? Did I just hear something creaking...?

The hugely popular massive multiplayer RPG comes to your tabletop. Play your favorite characters and races as you explore the world of Azeroth in this adventure board game.

The A Game of Thrones CCG in its most brutal and entertaining format! Make alliances and choose your titles in this game within a game. Bring a deck or play one of those provided. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

Your greedy adventurer must race through the dragon's magical maze collecting gold and thwarting others' moves with trickery and well-placed traps.

In this new version of the classic game, Dracula moves secretly around Europe, spawning more of his undead slaves and setting traps for unwary hunters. Meanwhile, the team of brave vampire hunters desparately pursue the evil Count in hopes to slay him before he can populate the continent with his legions of undead.

Chariot racing on a larger track is outside the arena. More turns, more ways to get your opponents. Still, the first driver to cross the finish line after completing three laps wins - alive and driving are required. Based on FASA Circus Imperium with larger chariots, beasts, more weapons, and a larger overland track. Expansions used. Beginners welcome.

Bid for monuments, pharoahs, rivers, gold and other things in ancient Egypt. This is a fast moving and entertaining game about ancient Egypt.

Sure you can paint minis, but can you do it in a half hour? Join us in the Terrain Specialties area for Speed Painting. Each contestant will have a half hour to paint their figure. Entries will be judged at 10 AM on Sunday. You can retrieve your entry on Sunday after 10 AM. You may only participate once during the convention (you get to enter 1 figure.)

The year is 1940 and England stands alone against the power of Hitler's war machine. Take the controls of a Royal Air Force Spitfire or Luftwaffe Bf109 Messerschmitt and dogfight for control of the skies.

Every year, Eric wanders the halls of Gen Con, looking for a classic bookcase game that needs a good home. Last year was "TV Wars," this year, it's "The Stock Market Game." Anyone can make money in a bull market; the tough part is realizing that despite the name, "eGraters.com" will never change the way America buys cheese graters online. Now you have a unique opportunity to learn such principles as margin purchases and warrant conversions in a 1929 or 2000 trend environment, so hold on tight to your Flooz -- or sell it short. Beginners welcome.

It is the year 1999. UFOs have been committing violent human abductions and horrific experimentations, striking horror into the people of Earth. Nations of the world have gathererd together and formed an independent body to combat and defeat the alien invaders. This force is named X-Com and you can command a human strike force or marauding alien crew. Beginners welcome

A confluence of music, politics, deception, and Gothic horror converge to form a mystery that may take your breath away ... literally. Music knowledge helpful; role playing necessary. Some knowledge helpful

Immerse yourself in high adventure as part of an elite adventuring group: the Party of the Tipping Tankard. Sail through the skies of Ayrdonya on the dirigible "Twilight Star," take down evil foes, and bring home treasure so vast that no torchbearer will be left unencumbered. Presented in Xtreme Dungeons & Dragons format utilizing audio, video, and lights. Are you extreme enough? A 15th level character will be provided. Rules knowledge is required.

Welcome back to the ongoing convention campaign! Drop in and out during the con. This game will run all 3 days of the convention. All are welcome! Adventures in and around Endhome - the players decide their fate. This will be the third year running for this adventure. Characters provided or make your own! Basic knowledge of D&D helps. Beginners welcome!

At Con of the North 2006, Inquisitor Bertrand and his warband averted disaster and halted the spread of the zombie plague on Bay Roma. However, during the climactic battle the dark mastermind behind the deadly scheme narrowly escaped capture. Now a trail of new evidence leads them in a different direction in their unending hunt for this enemy of the Imperium. Figures provided or bring your own to use with GM approval. This event ends at midnight.

The Depths of the Underhalls beckon once again! Join with fellow adventurers to once again explore the largest dungeon in the Realms. Bring your own characters level 6-7 or characters can be provided. Knowledge preferred, but rules will be taught.

Spring rains run red with blood and the rust-colored dust of this small New Mexico town. Black Peso is a town torn apart by murder, mystery, and the Dederick-Green feud. The stage arrives early at 8:00 AM. As the heat of the day increases, tempers flare. The guilty will be tried and hung at noon, high noon.

We did it last year, we're going to do it again! Come show off your l33t hacking skillz as you attempt to become the net ninja and hack more systems than any other scrub out there! I'll bring the Bawls and the Jolt, you'll have to figure out the pizza yourself. Beginners welcome.

"To Some, It Ain't No Game," and now we include the expansion, "Bustin' A Gut." It's like "Life," but for the working man or woman. New rigs -- like the Dale Earncart (holds 3 young 'ens, naturally), and the Boater Floater. New title deeds -- like the Navahome and the Cowabungaloo. And more red-headed stepchildren named "Darryl" -- at least 1d6 more per player. This year: two boards AND two time slots. Don't be shy about signing up now, y'hear? Parents: this game has young 'ens in it, but it is not a game for young 'ens. Send Dallas, Austin, and little Waco to the Pokemon table while you play "Redneck Life." Mature players only

Each player should bring a 600 point team. No team altering feats. No duplicates of any figure.

The year is 1830, and you assume the role of one of the great railroad tycoons who compete to build a railroad empire across the country. Should I upgrade my train? Should I build expensive track across the mountains? Should I be the first to deliver goods to a city? These are some of the questions you will ask yourself during the game. This game is fun, challenging, and it has a big, impressive board.

Mission: Hallowed Ground Part 2. This demo will introduce gamers to the world of Spycraft. Watch and learn as Agents investigate and try to solve the murder of a powerful figure in the Vatican while trying to solve the riddle of "The Angels of Light" letter before a diabolical attack on the Roman Catholic Church is unleashed. Mature players only (18+)

This version of the game isn't really a game (to you). This time you want to get off the island - ideally in one piece. Pregens only. Reasonably Mature Players Only (15+)

The best jazz band from Harlem during the roaring 20's is in demand, playing the hottest clubs and private parties. Everyone wants to hear you play, but even the best occasionally play a false note.

Your honeymoon cruise promised relaxation and pampering, but they've been scarce since you veered off course. Now, passengers are dissapearing, too. Will you survive? Diceless, numberless horror. Birng you steady hand. http://www.tiltingwindmills.net Beginners Welcome!

What makes a Man a Man? Is it his ability to reason, his faith in God, his ability to kill his own kind, or is it something else -- something that lies between the rocks? Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary

CE returns in the Sunday 8 AM slot! Eat some donuts, drink some coffee, and use your alien power(s) to capture 5 bases and control the universe!

This is a two-round single-elimination tournament. Round one runs 8AM to 2PM. Round two runs 2PM to 8PM. You must show up for round one at 8AM to be in the tournament. This is round 1 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 2 is SUN14-20. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

Designed by the legendary Reiner Knizia, this game pits two players head to head in a contest of strategy, deduction, skill, and nerve.

Chop socky/anime/monster-eats-Tokyo movie-themed card game with all the munchkin-ness you know and love. Defeat monsters, look for trouble, collect treasure, and karate chop your friends. Rules will be taught.

The combined card games of time travel! Use Patches, Paradoxes, Gadgets, and Artifacts to fulfill your mission, get "home" to your own time stream, and more! Previous play experience very helpful.

The Peacekeepers are off saving the world, leaving the defense of River City to a team of elite agents, the FPCA MARS team. Created to delay supervillians until the superheroes arrive, the team now must stop a wave of super-crime. Be prepared to face supervillians, investigate crimes, and save River City without the Peacekeepers! See http://www.silbeg.com/cotn/agents.html for more information. Beginners welcome

A Game of Thrones CCG tournament in classic (all blocks legal) format with the limitation of 1 of any card by name. See http://www.agameofthrones.com/support for more information on tourney rules. All participants will receive a free promo card. Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

"Welcome traveler to Umar's Tent of a Thousand and One Delights. Your humble servant presents to you the finest entertainments in all of Zakhara." Hear enchanting music and songs from across the Land of Fate. See daring feats and lovely dancers. Be astounded by the most fanciful of stories, every one of which is true, including the amazing tale of Beyond the Veil! Sixth level pregens provided.

Bring your pre-built Call of Cthulhu CCG deck and soundly defeat the competition Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

With great power comes great responsibility. Now it's your turn to wield that power in the Marvel Heroes strategy board game.

A terrifying trip into the heart of horror. Sunday morning has never been so terrifying. http://www.novus-ordo-seclorum.org/ Good roleplaying; rules knowledge secondary.

Your band of tiger-folk have gathered a substantial harvest of exotic feathers, eggs, and living birds for sale back in the floating markets of Ruu Lang Bara. Unfortunately, your efforts have provoked the anger of some of the local tribes and now you have to get all those bales, crates, and cages through the flooded forests without running afoul of vengeful birdfolk, lizardfolk, or worse... Core rules and sense of humor.

Malcolm Reynolds has done it again: a simple job has been turned into a feud. Play as a member of the crew, caught in the crossfire between ranchers and merchants. Can you get out of trouble before your friends get killed? (Note: storyline is between the end of the series and the start of the movie.) Greenhorns welcome

It's impossible. Nobody has the power to summon hurricanes, and nobody would want to do so if they could -- at least, nobody sane. Speaking of sanity, why are you going into New Orleans with a hurricane on the way?

Finish outfitting your boat, decide who's captain, and prepare to enter the most dangerous boat race ever. A 2000 km race along the equator where anything goes, just win (or stay in one piece.) For you see this race is held during the height of the storm season on Poseidon. Earth hurricanes and typhoons have nothing on these monsters that last for months or even years. 1000 km across with winds up to 380 kph make these a real challenge, but you are up to it! Right?? Rules knowledge helpful.

Imagine how your lives could be different if you made different choices. A group of good friends find out the hard way when they find themselves 20 years in the past, reliving their senior year with some slight differences in history in a world filled with vampires, demons, and monsters. Someone has changed their past, can they get back to the present? Beginners welcome, mature players only. This is round 2 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 1 is FRI18-22. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

A group of paranormal investigators for the DMA (Department of Mystic Affairs) are taking a well-deserved vacation in Minnesota, enjoying the late August weather away from Washington, D.C., when they find themselves transported in time to the near future, and the world has turned from one filled with pain and war into one filled with monsters and the Apocalypse! Can they find their way home again? Beginners welcome, mature players only. This is round 2 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 1 is SAT10-14. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

A game of World War II-era squad-based tactical combat featuring detailed plastic figures and elegant but realistic game mechanics.

Ever wonder what happens when Troubleshooters successfully complete a mission? Find out as your team travels to a land of mandatory fun and excitement where absolutely no treason could possibly exist. The Computer said so!

The hugely popular massive multiplayer RPG comes to your tabletop. Play your favorite characters and races as you explore the world of Azeroth in this adventure board game.

Mad Scientists create vicious monsters. Disgruntled Artists bring their horrific vision into reality. Everyone plays with Play-Doh and mayhem and destruction rule the table. This can only mean one thing: It's time for Clay Olympics! Design your monster out of Play-Doh and fight to the bitter end! The many cans of Play-Doh cry out for shape and form! Who will answer their call? Play-Doh provided.

Your sails are trimmed, your decks are sanded and cleared for action, your guns are loaded and run out, the breeze is fresh, your officers and men await your orders, and the enemy is in sight. And you didn't have to sail around for months eating weevily biscuits, drinking scummy water, and sleeping in a little wooden box. For what more could you ask? Rules will be taught to those who are an hour early. Players who do not appear until 10 AM will be expected to know the rules.

The people of Ylgaard are living in fear. Each night creatures of unspeakable horror descend from the hills, killing all they see then retreating before dawn. Who is controlling these ghastly creatures and what is within those ancient mounds? An entry-level adventure for beginning players. The first hour will consist of character creation and rules instruction, followed by a five hour adventure.

The Depths of the Underhalls beckon once again! Join with fellow adventurers to once again explore the largest dungeon in the Realms. Bring your own characters level 6-7 or characters can be provided. Knowledge preferred, but rules will be taught.

Don't miss the excitement of the 6th annual Con of the North 40K Rogue Trader Tournament, sponsored by The Source Comics & Games. This will be a 24 player, 3 game Rogue Trader Tournament using 1850 point armies constructed under the Standard Mission Organization. This tournament features the official GW Rogue Trader Tournament prize package and more. Pre-register early for this popular tournament as it promises to fill up quickly. For the complete set of this year's RTT rules and guidelines see the full page listing in the pre-registration book. For the latest CotN RTT updates and registration confirmation, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TerrainSpecialties/ Email questions to ConoftheNorthRTT@yahoo.com Each running of this event is a complete tournament.

Welcome back to the ongoing convention campaign! Drop in and out during the con. This game will run all 3 days of the convention. All are welcome! Adventures in and around Endhome - the players decide their fate. This will be the third year running for this adventure. Characters provided or make your own! Basic knowledge of D&D helps. Beginners welcome!

It's the annual science fair at Advanced Dimensional Green Ninja-Educational Preparatory Super-Elementary Fortress 555, and the teachers are quaking in their boots. Anne's crossbreeding dead peas, Victor's building a Terminator Lite, and Farley's trying to help everyone. Gradeschoolers in Anime-themed cross-dimensional 'burbs, PG-rated. http://www.tiltingatwindmills.net/ Beginners Welcome!

Using action figures and a 3-D gameboard, players will control a platoon of Colonial Marines on a search and destroy mission to kill the Alien Queen.

The strife that tore the world of Blue Moon apart has ended. Yet Blue Moon city still lies in ruins, and the otherworldly peoples must rebuild it in this intriguing game of tactics and timing. Beginners welcome!

Cough, whine, pine, and faint dramatically. You're a goth in a house full of goths in this variation of Chez Geek. Cultivate your gloominess and acquire Slack points to prove to your roommates that your existence is more pointless than theirs. Rules will be taught.

Shi Huang Ti has unified the warring Chinese provinces under his stern rule. He has ordered the building of a Great Wall to protect his empire from raiding Mongols. Whichever noble contributes the most to its construction will earn the Emperor's favor.

With this new expansion for Reiner Knizia's acclaimed Lord of the Rings board game, players must hinder or defeat Sauron's powerful armies in addition to guiding the Fellowship through its many perils. The further enemies march on the battlefield board, the more destruction they will cause and the closer Sauron will come to recovering the One Ring.

The revival is at hand. Will you be prepared? Can you hear the screams of battle as the clash of Samurai, Shugenja, Ashigaru, and Goblins commence? The children of Hentai, Fu Leng, Toturi, and the Mirumoto stand ready for your commands. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. Beginners Welcome!

Do you dare venture into the lair of the cave troll? Each player sends their party of brave explorers in search of treasure while attempting to thwart their opponents with savage orcs, terrifying wraiths and of course, the mighty cave troll! A classic game by Tom Jolly.

Your greedy adventurer must race through the dragon's magical maze collecting gold and thwarting others' moves with trickery and well-placed traps.

Mission: Ground Zero. All bets are off and any limitations on casualties have been lifted for this mission as your team tries sneaking in with sixteen pounds of plastic explosives to destroy a Peruvian rebel base located somewhere in the Amazon basin. Mature players only (18+)

A tract of land in waste ... it's worth nothing. Yet word from your fixer is that the corporate lawyers need to know who legally owns that chunk of dirt and are scrabbling for proof. Follow a few trends, scrounge in a few databases; it will be a snap to come up with an authenticated version of this doco. You're sure the salary men must have no sense at all when someone is paying you top dollar for this run. Question is, who's gonna pay? Beginners welcome

In the Old World, adventure will find you, whether you go looking for it or not. You've been ordered by an arrogant priest to escort him to a ruined village to recover a long-lost artifact, when all you really want to do is go about living your life. He swears up and down that it will be a simple endeavor, but you've lived in the Empire long enough to know that things that start out simple often don't end up that way.

Ah, recess, the best part of the day at Advanced Dimensional Green Ninja-Educational Preparatory Super-Elementary Fortress 555! Ah, recess! -- waitaminit, haven't you already done this? Grade schoolers in Anime-themed cross-dimensional 'burbs, PG-rated. http://www.tiltingatwindmills.net Beginners welcome.

Players should bring a 400 point team in which all figures have the same team icon on their base. No duplicates or Thunderbolts Feat card.

A grand strategy game of epic battles in Middle Earth.

Each player controls an ancient Greek family with political influence spread across the six main cities of Greece. Use your influence to gain control of these cities, which in turn will allow you to use your military forces to win glory on the battlefield.

Cries of glory can be heard coming from deep within the heart of northern Rokugan. The forces of the Lion, Dragon, and Dragonfly are mobilized and prepared for war. Join us as we refight the battles before Kyuden Tonbo, the fortress of the Dragonfly. "Clan War" is a Heroic Miniatures Game set in the fantastic world of Legend of the Five Rings: Rokugan. Come join the epic as we decide the fate of the Empire. New players encouraged to attend a demo.

The world of Runebound is yours to explore as you and your friends take the roles of heroes in this fantasy adventure board game full of monsters, perils, and treasure.

This is not the old Shogun game that came out in the 70's, this is a Rio Grande reprint of the German game Wallenstein. The game is a combination of a war game and a resource management/building eurogame. Rules will be taught.

Her Majesty, Queen Mary Elizabeth of the Kingdom of Grass invites you to attend and participate in the annual Festival of Pennons. May thy wits as well as thy weapons be strong. Pre-gens only.

Delta Green is reorganizing and rebuilding since its clash with M12. Your cell is as well equipped as it can be for now you are representing most of the alphabet soup available. You are going to Columbus to research the fastest-growing company in the country. If you are lucky, and if Alvin is right, this is going to be a wild goose chase (Barbi! This is Ken! Can you read me! Over!). This is the first installment of a continuous Delta Green style Call of Cthulhu adventure that will be run at Con of the North and re-run at GenCon every year. Mature players only (18+)

This is a two-round single-elimination tournament. Round one runs 8AM to 2PM. Round two runs 2PM to 8PM. You must show up for round one at 8AM to be in the tournament. This is round 2 of a 2 round tournament in multiple slots. Round 1 is SUN08-14. You do not need tickets for rounds after the first.

World War II naval miniatures; night battles in the Solomon Islands, 1942-43.

World War II naval miniatures; night battles in the Solomon Islands, 1942-43.

Your current assignment: find out what is happening at the Metrodome during (of all things) the Superbowl. Yes, the Vikings made it. The punter was practicing the day before and when the ball landed it had mud on it and the mud looked like an image of Elvis screaming his head off! First down markers moving on their own and so on. Your editor wants to know the scoop. If you get some useful photos of the game those may also be helpful. (But not part of your investigation...) Beginners welcome.

Travidar has assembled your group of field agents to confirm his research into ancient legends, satellite images, etc. regarding a lost city, forgotten for centuries within the forsaken wilderness of the sulfer plains of Golgyre. Who built those cyclopean ziggurats? What lies at the bottom of the deep shaft at the center of the city? How old is this place, really? And is anyone out there? Core rules and sense of humor