Memory Lane - Adepticon 2023

As the date for Adepticon 2023 approaches, I find myself getting increasingly nostalgic about the times gone by. Every year, I revisit this blog, and it has turned into a time capsule of sorts, documenting my 40k hobby and my trips to Adepticon with my friends.

This year, we're going back to Adepticon again. Although we don't all live in the same state anymore, it's our one opportunity a year to get together like old times. As I look back at the memories of all those garage games of 40k in the midwest winter, freezing our butts off trying to get some practice in before Adepticon, I can't help but feel grateful for those times. They were formative experiences that helped us bond as a group, and they're memories that I'll cherish forever.

Thanks to the Adepticon archive, I was able to figure out that this will be my 11th Adepticon. It's crazy to think that I've been doing this for so long, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Sure, I missed a few Adepticons in there because of random life events, but for the most part, this tradition since 2007 has lived on.

There's something special about Adepticon. It's more than just a gaming convention. It's a place where like-minded people can come together, share their love for the hobby, and make lasting memories. For me, Adepticon has been a constant in my life. No matter where I am or what I'm doing, I know that I'll always have this one week in the year where I can escape and be with my friends.

As I prepare for Adepticon 2023, I can't help but wonder what memories we'll make this time. Will we try out a new game? Will we finally win a team tournament? Will we get lost on the way to the convention center like we always do? Whatever happens, I know that it'll be another chapter in the story of our Adepticon journey.

In closing, I want to say that if you're thinking about going to Adepticon, do it. It's an experience that you won't forget. You'll make new friends, learn new things, and have a great time. And who knows, maybe you'll start a tradition of your own that you'll look back on fondly in the years to come.

Revisiting the Deffkopta to Buggy Conversion

As Warhammer 40,000 continues to evolve and change, it's always fun to look back at some of our favorite conversions from previous editions. For me, that means revisiting my Deffkopta to Buggy conversion, which I am still incredibly proud of to this day.

With the recent release of the newest Ork codex and the arrival of a plastic Deffkopta box set, it was the perfect time to revisit this beloved project. And while the conversion itself is simple to reproduce and replicate, I wanted to make sure to preserve the tutorial for future reference. That's why I've pinned it to the top of my blog page, where it will be safe and easily accessible.

In fact, revisiting the tutorial has inspired me to take things even further and convert some Deffkoptas into four-wheeled bikes (since buggies are now considered Legends units). Who knows what other new projects will come from this trip down memory lane?

So here's to another few years until the next time we feel the urge to revisit our favorite conversions. In the meantime, let's keep the Waaagh going strong!

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Awesome Paint Job Was Recipe

Awesome Paint Job wash recipe is something I've been using for a few years now and they work great. They have greatly improved the appearance of my painting. 

I'm reposting the link to this to my (seldom updated) blog so that in 2-3 years (I made a big bottle) when I run out again I will be able find it again easier. 

Hope this helps anyone who runs across it, it's helped me. 

http://www.awesomepaintjob.com/index.cfm/resources.recipes

Pelotonia

This year I will be riding in Pelotina a biking event in Columbus Ohio with the One Goal -> End Cancer. 

Need your help raising money for this event. 

https://www.mypelotonia.org/riders_profile.jsp?MemberID=303740

First impression of Imperial Knight on table

We have now played 3 games with the Imperial Knight against Sengers Tyranids. 

My List:

*Belial

*Terminator squad 4 power fist & Assualt cannon Sergeant with power sword and storm bolter

*Terminator squad 4 power fist & Assualt cannon Sergeant with power sword and storm bolter

*Terminator squad 4 power fist & Assualt cannon Sergeant with power sword and storm bolter

*Tactical Squad x10 plasmagun missile launcher with flakk sergeant w/ power fist  

*Rhino

*Tactical squad x5 meltagun sergeant with power fist

*Razorback with TL-Heavy Bolter

*Tactical squad x5 meltagun sergeant with power fist

*Razorback with TL-Heavy Bolter

& Knight Errant

Tyranids list have varied to include various combinations of guns and combat to try to kill Imperial Knight. 

In most games the Imperial Knight does little shooting, rushes into combat and dies and it's explosion kills whatever just killed it in combat (twice claiming Hive Tryants). 

It has done litte to nothing shotting wise in any of the games. (Not surprising as melta cannon not exactly designed for nid killin.)

It is every survivable.  Was worried about lower armor value. But shield and speed of Knight mean it only really has to turns of shooting to worry about before it's in hand to hand.