Wargaming's future depends on THIS

Miniature wargaming is an incredible hobby, but to thrive, we need to take it beyond game stores and conventions. In this video, we discuss the importance of public engagement in tabletop wargaming and show how demo games at museums, living history events, and historical sites can introduce new players to the world of historical wargaming.

Opolchiene 3 Pounder Gun & Limber

A few weeks ago I completed a couple of units of Opolchiene Militia and enjoyed them so much I decided to expand this section of my growing army. I was immediately tempted by the options offered by Perry Miniatures and decided a small artillery piece would be good with the foot troops. So I purchased the 3 Pounder Gun with its associated Limber.

I haven’t been able to find out much about the use of artillery with the Opolchiene so I have had to ‘fill in the gaps’ a little. Some sources mention that Cossak Opolchiene used captured Turkish guns dating from the 18th Century and I guess that makes sense. Modern artillery pieces would be used by the regular army, but these older, supposedly obsolete weapons, would be ideal for the Militia.

The sculpting on this model is really nice but my one criticism of the set is that none of the ropes between the draft horses and the limber are included. I couldn’t reconcile myself to the omission so I made the ropes using a few metal spears that were left over from an earlier project. A little bit of texture was added using a file and then the new ropes were pinned to the horses and cut to the right length to attach to the limber. It is surprisingly difficult to find pictures of how these were harnessed but I think I eventually worked it out (via a bit of head scratching and swearing) and I’m pretty happy with this modest bit of conversion work.

I also had time to work on a wagon and some casualties this week. I found this model, painted but seriously battered, in a box of terrain that I used to use for face-to-face roleplaying games. It's made of resin and had taken a lot of damage with a lot of the paint chipped off. So I cleaned it up and gave it a new coat of primer before repainting it. I also made a pile of grain sacks from greenstuff to partially fill the back of the waggon and left just enough room for one lucky passenger. This guy may survive the battle simply because he has been able to get up off the ground, unlike his companion who has succumbed to wounds and the cold down on the ground. Both figures are Perry Miniatures and are painted as Jagers, with green uniforms and black leather belts and straps.

Cavalier 2025 Photo Report

Several members of Posties Rejects went to the Cavalier Wargames Show in Kent today. As usual I shot lost of pictures and here is a roundup video of the games on display. 

 

How Do You Paint Something So Small? 6mm Miniatures Explained!

This week I'm revisiting the subject of 6mm wargaming and discussing the benefits of this scale. So if  you are curious about 6mm miniature and tried it before, you must watch this video. I discuss the benefits of 6mm miniatures compared to larger, more expensive scales like 28mm or 15mm. If you’re a wargamer looking for epic battles on a budget, historical wargaming enthusiasts, or just want to maximize your tabletop experience, this video is for you!

🔥 Why 6mm Miniatures?
✅ Bigger Battles – Command massive armies in large-scale conflicts!
✅ Smaller Tables, Bigger Battles – Play grand wargames on compact setups.
✅ Lower Cost Option – Get more miniatures for less money.
✅ Easier to Store & Transport – Perfect for small spaces or traveling gamers.
✅ Faster to Paint – Achieve impressive results with less effort!

Whether you're into historical wargaming, sci-fi battles, or looking for a budget-friendly alternative to traditional tabletop miniatures, 6mm scale might be the perfect choice!

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