HobbyTown USA 40k Tournament

[hobbytownusawny]

Hey guys, I wanted to let you all know that HobbyTown USA in Amherst, NY is once again running 40K events at our store. With that said our next event is listed below and I wanted to extend the invite to you guys since you've been here before. If you are interested contact the store to sign up.

Battle Mission Madness
Saturday, April 24, 2010
10a.m. - 6p.m.
HobbyTown USA
3332 Sheridan Drive
Amherst, NY 14226
716-833-7700

Entry Fee:$20

Tournament Rules
1. The point value for this tournament is 2000pts. You will use the standard force organization chart and all armies must be selected from their most recent respective codex. The IA books are not legal codices for the purpose of this tournament.

2. The format of the tournament will be three (3) missions from the Battle Missions book. The missions you play, though randomly determined, will always be race specific to either your army or your opponent’s army depending on an initial dice roll. Armies not directly represented in the battle missions book will be “counts-as” marines.

3. Modeling for advantage is strictly forbidden. The tournament organizer (TO) shall make any and all final judgment calls on this topic and shall exercise what he considers to be extreme prejudice.

4. A legible army list per player is required.

5. The TO has final say in any and all rule disputes.

[hyv3mynd]

Sounds fun.

Can you give more info on # of rounds, time limit, scoring methods, and prizes?

I'm assuming it's 3 two hour rounds, but two hours is super tough at 2000 points. I think most games at the 1850/2hr tourneys locally only went about 4 turns of possible 7.

[Horst]

honestly, 2 players should be able to make it through a full 7 turn game in 2 hours, at 2000 points, if they are both familiar with their army and their codex.

Is painting judged in this tournament?

[fishboy]

Guys I will be in town that weekend and am thinking of attending. Let me know what your plans and travel arangements are so I can figure if I can make it.

[smittyrj78]

Apr 13, 2010 17:33:46 GMT -5 Horst said:

honestly, 2 players should be able to make it through a full 7 turn game in 2 hours, at 2000 points, if they are both familiar with their army and their codex.

Honestly I have to strongly disagree!! I've gone to several 2k tourneys and 2hrs is very tight at best.. I typically only get 1 out of 3 games past turn 4.

[chumbalaya]

My knee can slow me down, but it can't break me.

I'd like to go too, but I'd also like to hear more about how scoring is gonna work.

[Horst]

well yea, its tight, but it should be doable

[hyv3mynd]

Apr 14, 2010 8:14:47 GMT -5 Horst said:

well yea, its tight, but it should be doable

Much easier for MEQ players who only have to deploy/move 8-12 vehicles for the first few turns.

Not so easy for ork/IG/tyranid players who field 75+ models.

[Horst]

yea, thats probably true... my fastest game ever at 1850 pts was over in about 40 minutes... marines vs marines.

[chumbalaya]

I think 2 hrs is plenty. Even horde armies can get that done, it just takes practice to figure out exactly how you want to deploy and then do it without eating up half an hour.

[hobbytownusawny]

Hey guys, it's good to hear that you all are interested in making the trip I will get more info to you tomorrow.

[evil_red_orks]

Looks like a good warmup for Boston in May

[hobbytownusawny]

Hey guys, I just wanted to let you know that the scoring system is still being worked out. However the t.o. is not a fan of soft scores, so with that said I don't think painting will factor into the score. I should have a better idea for you all tomorrow. Thanks for your patience.

[grubnards]

Will there be a limit on the number of tables/players?

I stopped by HobbyTown last summer and I don't recall it having a lot of space for tables unless there is a back room or a playing area I missed. I should know in the next day or two if I will be able to attend.

[fishboy]

However the t.o. is not a fan of soft scores, so with that said I don't think painting will factor into the score.

That rules me out. Just not into winner take all tournaments.