ADLG Ancients Tournament
Featuring armies from the Feudal, Late Middle Ages and Americas, this is a 2 day 200 point tournament. The tournament will be held over 4 rounds using the ADLG V4 rules and army lists. The first round will commence at 10.30am on each day and the second round at 2.00pm. Each round will go for 2.5 hours plus 3-18 minutes of random time. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time so we can confirm numbers and the draw. The first round will be random pairings, with subsequent rounds done by Swiss Chess Draw.
15mm armies are to be used and should accurately depict the troops they represent. Some loan armies are available if required. Please contact the tournament organiser if you need an army. The Club has some terrain available for use but players should bring their own terrain where possible.
Please submit your list no later than midnight on the 15th of May to paul.b.garnham@gmail.com.
Penalties will apply for late lists.
Entrance fee is Non-members $40 for the two days (or $20 for single day entries). Members $30 for two days ($15 for a single day). Entrance fees can be paid by cash on the day or by direct deposit to the Club’s bank account at:
League of Ancients,
Westpac Banking Corp,
BSB 033-152, Account 137509.
If paying by direct deposit, please include your name and “ADLG” in the “Pay To” description so we can identify who has paid.
Lardies Demo Day
Our friends from Berwick Wargames Club will be coming to the League to run a day of participation games from the Lardies’ stable of rules. Players will have 6 different games to choose from. No experience of the rules is required and all playing equipment will be supplied.
Here are the options of games that will be available:
Sharp Practice 28mm Maori Wars
Midgard 28mm Dark Ages
Strength & Honour 15mm Ancients
Chain of Command 28mm - WW2 Platoon level combat
What a Tanker 15mm WW2
28mm Big Battle Napoleonic - TFL rules
Times:
Morning game: 10.30-12.30
Afternoon game: 1.30-4.00
Entry is free and the event is open to members and visitors.
SAGA One Day Event
This SAGA event held at League of Ancients will be two tournament scenarios designed for players of all skill levels. With only 2 rounds it will be a bloody race to the top as you lay waste to other aspiring armies in a similar age. Scored rounds will mean a competitive edge, but as there’ll be plenty of axe to face – anyone joining in is guaranteed a session worthy of a SAGA, and the bragging rights to boot!
What is it?
In this event, you’ll be fielding a 6-point army from a Dark Ages army (Age of Vikings or Age of Invasions, along with any Old Friends New Enemies). You may use War Banners (where allowed) or Mercenary/Swords for hire (no more than one point of mercenaries unless those mercenaries are “loyal” to your faction). Legendary Heroes, Artifacts and Acts of Faith are not allowed.
See player’s pack below for more details. Numbers are limited to 24 players.
Entrance fee is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Please pay via direct deposit to the Club’s bank account at:
League of Ancients,
Westpac Banking Corp,
BSB 033-152, Account 137509.
If paying by direct deposit, please include your name and “SAGA” in the “Pay To” description so we can identify who has paid.
Please email richafricanus@gmail.com to confirm your payment and entry.
Thanks to our sponsors Gripping Beast for some amazing prizes to be given away on the day and to Khaki & Green for their discount vouchers for all contestants.
FUBAR! Bolt Action 1,100
A one day event featuring Bolt Action WW2 rules. This will be an 1,100 point event with a 14 dice cap. Expect loads of prizes and giveaways for participants. As always, the venue is the Anzac Room at the Caulfield RSL, 4 St George’s Road, Elsternwick, 3185, Melbourne, Australia. Entry is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Click the link below for the Player’s Pack. Note there is a 24 player cap on this event with players who have submitted army lists and paid online getting priority.
Thanks to our main sponsor WARLORD GAMES as well as our secondary sponsors Eureka Miniatures, Khaki & Green Books, Battlefield Accessories and OzWargaming.
American Civil War Big Battle Weekend
Join us for two action packed days fighting a giant Civil War game in 28mm. We will be using Pickett’s Charge rules. Contact Darryl Cox or email leagueofancientsmelbourne@gmail.com if you are interested in taking part. Cost for 2 days is $20 for members and $30 for non-members.
Thanks to the sponsors of this event: Khaki & Green and Battlefield Accessories
Command & Colour Demo Day
A showcase of the wonderful Command and Colour games. The day features 8 tables with 8 different games to choose from. Each game lasts 60-90 minutes so players can try out multiple games over the day. Featured games are the following:
28mm Late Romans vs Goths
15mm Crusades - Battle of the Field of Blood 1119
15mm clash of the Samurai to control Japan in the 16th Century Sengoku period
20mm Battle of Salamanca refight
6mm WW2 Germans vs the Allies
Star Wars Red Alert - can the Commonwealth defeat the evil Empire?
Battle of Hoth - the Rebels attempt to escape Vader’s clutches
Lord of the Rings - Isildur has another chance to save the Ring
Struggle of Nations 1815
Featuring 15mm armies from the 100 Days, using Glory is Fleeting Napoleonic rules, Coalition players will attempt to send the Emperor back into exile. The action begins at 10.30am
Battle of Barnet 1471 Refight
This will be a large scale Medieval game based loosely on the Battle of Barnet, an epic clash during the Wars of the Roses. It will be fought using 15mm armies and ADLG rules. Visitors are welcome!
Battle of Rorke’s Drift 1879 Refight
This is a refight of the Battle of Rorke’s Drift in 28mm scale using the ever splendid Black Powder rules. This is a chance for the British players to earn some VC’s against the brave Zulus! Visitors welcome.
Melbourne Gaming Show (MEGA)
Come and meet the League of Ancients at one of Victoria’s premier wargames conventions. Join in WW2 and Vietnam participation games. Prizes are proudly sponsored by Elite Miniatures.
Victorian Ancients Championships
This is a four round tournament featuring 15mm armies from Rome and the Dark Ages using ADLG rules.