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Title: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2015, 04:19:00 PM
Start planning now for Origins 2016!


Yes, we know Dawg.  Something is going to come up...
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 07, 2015, 05:27:24 PM
I didn't know you were all so anxious to meet me ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 07, 2015, 06:49:26 PM
Puns in person. MWAHAHAHAHA. Err, that's if I can make it next year.  :-\
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 12, 2015, 09:04:25 AM
Just a heads-up, you're going to want to book hotels early.  Stuff fills up quick.  For the guys working the show, there are some rooms set aside for volunteers (still have to pay for them, just make sure they get one), but the rest of y'all are going to want to book early...


https://goo.gl/maps/mc8R1


If you want to split a hotel with someone, post about it here and y'all can make your own arrangements.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 12, 2015, 09:04:35 AM
Mirth - bring the kids!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: airboy on December 03, 2015, 10:16:17 PM
I think I'm going to Gencon instead.  Origins has always seemed to have a heavy focus on boardgames - and I would prefer RPGs.  Let me know if I'm mistaken.

DragonCon got so massive that it does not appeal any longer - even though Atlanta is a 2 hour drive away.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2015, 11:19:32 PM
There's a LOT of RPGs to play at Origins.  The Rogue Judges guys always put on a great show, and most of the banquet rooms on the 2nd floor of the hotel are packed with organized / scheduled RPG events
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: airboy on December 06, 2015, 01:04:28 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2015, 11:19:32 PM
There's a LOT of RPGs to play at Origins.  The Rogue Judges guys always put on a great show, and most of the banquet rooms on the 2nd floor of the hotel are packed with organized / scheduled RPG events

Can you register in advance for a spot in a game, or is it show up and hope for the best?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 06, 2015, 03:24:42 PM
nope - you register in advance and get tickets for the specific events when you pick up your badge.  You turn in your tickets at the event.  One of the GM's responsibilities is to collect those tickets and turn them into the area coordinators after the event.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Kushan on January 03, 2016, 01:16:03 AM
Depending on how work shakes out I'm planning on being there this year.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 03, 2016, 08:17:19 AM
Quote from: Kushan on January 03, 2016, 01:16:03 AM
Depending on how work shakes out I'm planning on being there this year.

O0 O0 O0 O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on January 28, 2016, 08:33:40 PM
Tomorrow I pick my vacation for the year.  I plan to take the week after Origins off.  The reason is, I am hoping to be able to get Friday the 17th off to drive up.  Attend Origins Saturday and Sunday (and help with clean up and break down) and then stick around Columbus until June 21.  Peter Gabriel and Sting are kicking off a tour that night and I'd like to go to the show.  Anybody want to join me?  In any event, if I go, I'd be willing to share a room with someone.

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on January 29, 2016, 04:22:37 PM
Dumb question:  Do most/all folks stay the whole four nights?  Trying to plan out not only expenses, but time-off requests as well... 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on January 29, 2016, 04:28:40 PM
I'd say come for as much as you can afford. I'm gonna be there Wednesday to Sunday.
Are you gonna help out at Grogheads Central Command or just sightsee and play games?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on January 29, 2016, 07:26:47 PM
Got the vacation I wanted!  I'll be there late Friday night and all day Sat. and Sun.  You wanna room with me Martok?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on January 30, 2016, 01:26:57 PM
Quote from: Barthheart on January 29, 2016, 04:28:40 PM
I'd say come for as much as you can afford. I'm gonna be there Wednesday to Sunday.
Are you gonna help out at Grogheads Central Command or just sightsee and play games?
The latter (although it's a given I'll stop by GCC if I'm able to make it). 




Quote from: MetalDog on January 29, 2016, 07:26:47 PM
Got the vacation I wanted!  I'll be there late Friday night and all day Sat. and Sun.  You wanna room with me Martok?
I'm definitely interested, yes!  I think you & I need to have a phone conversation. 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on January 30, 2016, 05:37:17 PM
Good to talk to you, Martok!  You know how to get me when your info firms up.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on January 30, 2016, 06:10:37 PM
Yes, will definitely keep you posted.  :) 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on January 31, 2016, 06:33:58 AM
Hey! Sounds like we have two more to buy the beer.... err... drink the beer with us on Friday/Saturday night!  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Ubercat on March 01, 2016, 08:29:39 PM
I'd love to go but as always, WBC takes precedence. If we ever become independently wealthy I'll be going to all the Cons.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 02, 2016, 06:09:42 AM
The GrogHeads Central Command event matrix for Origins is officially submitted! As soon as I hear that it's approved, I'll share here.
Sneak peek? Aerial dogfights, panzer shootouts, WWIII, and a revolutionary insurgency :)
See you in June in Columbus!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 15, 2016, 10:13:11 AM
ROLL CALL!  Who is coming :)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Cyrano on March 15, 2016, 10:25:48 AM
Coming +1.5

Should arrive Wednesday evening.

And since you mention it, you'll handle my reg and I book wife and son separately?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 15, 2016, 11:10:51 AM
Quote from: Cyrano on March 15, 2016, 10:25:48 AMAnd since you mention it, you'll handle my reg and I book wife and son separately?

si, señor

but check the info on the kid; he may get in cheap/free
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 15, 2016, 11:14:13 AM
Tracer Rounds talks about Origins
http://grogheads.com/?p=10420
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on March 15, 2016, 07:02:05 PM
Rob and I should be there around lunch on Wednesday. Wouldn't mind getting in the COIN drop in... maybe I can finally learn how to play....
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on March 15, 2016, 07:08:58 PM
Be there Friday night, attend the Con Sat. and Sunday.  Stick around for cleanup.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on March 15, 2016, 07:12:18 PM
What time Friday? You will need many drinks to get up to speed after that trip....  :D
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on March 17, 2016, 06:07:08 AM
It'll depend on 1) traffic and 2) what time I leave that morning.  It's nice of you to offer to buy though.  Must be that scientist money you make ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on March 17, 2016, 06:49:58 AM
Ha! I wish.....  :(

First ones on me though, that's fer sure.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 24, 2016, 10:53:27 AM
Lots of good Origins advice/info her

https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/1500501/origins-2016-guidance
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on March 30, 2016, 09:31:26 PM
Alright.  I'm in.  Registered.  Hoteled.  Just waiting now for the calendar to move.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on March 30, 2016, 09:38:25 PM
 O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on April 01, 2016, 11:01:12 AM
Event grids have been released

http://grogheads.com/?p=10653
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on April 01, 2016, 11:57:19 AM
Does the colouring mean anything important? Just asking 'cause I really can't see and rhyme or reason to it... some bands have only one event some have 2 or 3....  ???
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on April 01, 2016, 12:19:22 PM
Quote from: Barthheart on April 01, 2016, 11:57:19 AM
Does the colouring mean anything important? Just asking 'cause I really can't see and rhyme or reason to it... some bands have only one event some have 2 or 3....  ???

was trying to separate out the companies each w/ their own colors
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on April 01, 2016, 12:23:05 PM
Ah....
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Jamm on April 01, 2016, 12:25:27 PM
Pretty sure I'll be coming to help with the Old School Tactical matches.
I'm an Origins virgin so be gentle  :(
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on April 01, 2016, 12:30:31 PM
Cool beans! Where are you coming from? Rob and I are driving in from TO on Wednesday June 15.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Jamm on April 03, 2016, 10:24:01 PM
Small town
on North shore of Lake Erie.
I think I've convinced a couple buddies to come with me and drive down sometime Thursday depending on work schedules.
Should be fun  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on April 21, 2016, 06:41:35 AM
First Origins preview GrogCast is up today!

http://grogheads.com/?podcast=grogcast-origins-previews-proving-ground-games
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on May 24, 2016, 06:14:35 AM
Quick question for you vets, do I have to do anything special to get my ticket?  Or, having paid for it, do I just pick it up at the con? 
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on May 24, 2016, 07:02:03 AM
pick up in pre-reg line, but expect the line to take a few minutes.  Since you're not GM'ing with us, I won't have it with the group's.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on May 24, 2016, 06:00:01 PM
Thank you, sir.  I knew you would know  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 03, 2016, 07:19:21 AM
I'm flying back from a business trip on the 17th.  I'm thinking of coming down to walk the vendors area and try to meet a some of you guys.  Is there any special tickets I need to get to get into the area you all will be in. 
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 07:43:51 AM
Aside from a normal ticket to the convention, you don't need anything special to get where we are
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 03, 2016, 07:47:47 AM
Thanks.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 08:57:18 AM
just a note though - all of our events are ticketed events, so unless you grab a random empty table for a pickup game, you'll still need some generics to play in the actual events.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 06:37:23 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 03, 2016, 07:19:21 AM
I'm flying back from a business trip on the 17th.  I'm thinking of coming down to walk the vendors area and try to meet a some of you guys.  Is there any special tickets I need to get to get into the area you all will be in. 


I am not sure who, if anyone, beyond me and Martok, will be there and uninvolved with Brant.  But, if you want to, PM me your cell phone number and we can hook up on the floor somewhere.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 06:39:21 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 06:37:23 PMI am not sure who, if anyone, beyond me and Martok, will be there and uninvolved with Brant.

you make me sound like such a slut...
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 03, 2016, 06:41:57 PM
If you don't have a ticket to Groghead events can you just observe them?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 03, 2016, 07:02:34 PM
Quote from: bbmike on June 03, 2016, 06:41:57 PM
If you don't have a ticket to Groghead events can you just observe them?

Yes, come by and watch. If you buy generic "coins/coupons", you can use those to get in on games as well if there are not enough ticketed entrants. Generics can be refunded if not used.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 09:05:05 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 06:39:21 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 06:37:23 PMI am not sure who, if anyone, beyond me and Martok, will be there and uninvolved with Brant.

you make me sound like such a slut...


For Origins, and a good game, I'm sure you are ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 04, 2016, 06:34:54 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 09:05:05 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 06:39:21 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 06:37:23 PMI am not sure who, if anyone, beyond me and Martok, will be there and uninvolved with Brant.

you make me sound like such a slut...


For Origins, and a good game, I'm sure you are ;)

Face it.... we're all here so we're all game sluts...  :idiot2:
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 05, 2016, 01:26:15 PM
Quote from: Barthheart on June 04, 2016, 06:34:54 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 09:05:05 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 03, 2016, 06:39:21 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 03, 2016, 06:37:23 PMI am not sure who, if anyone, beyond me and Martok, will be there and uninvolved with Brant.

you make me sound like such a slut...


For Origins, and a good game, I'm sure you are ;)

Face it.... we're all here so we're all game sluts...  :idiot2:

I prefer to be called a game whore
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 06, 2016, 08:25:28 AM
Timothy Zahn will be hanging out in the authors' area with Michael Stackpole, if you want to get yourself a "Zahn Wrote First" shirt (http://www.cafepress.com/grogheads/12554724) and get him to sign it :)

(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi3.cpcache.com%2Fproduct%2F1599392697%2Fzahn_wrote_first_tshirt.jpg%3Fcolor%3DCardinal&hash=61ecf42fa9877edb04404890a015efdee7e76c9a)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Capn Darwin on June 06, 2016, 08:55:34 AM
I believe game-whore should be hyphenated.  :coolsmiley:
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 06, 2016, 09:09:41 AM
Quote from: Capn Darwin on June 06, 2016, 08:55:34 AM
I believe game-whore should be hyphenated.  :coolsmiley:

Let's put it on a t-shirt!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 08:40:18 PM
The on-site program has been released (http://grogheads.com/?p=11358)

The D-Hall map is up, too, and we're right near the front of it...
They don't have the GrogHeads Central Command labeled as anything resembling "GrogHeads" and just labeled it as "War Gamers" despite several years of us branding it with the GrogHeads name (at their behest...)

(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fgrogheads.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F06%2FOrigins-Map.png&hash=85b42a8da0ac668bfdb85700995e6388e1ed4688)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 07, 2016, 09:34:27 PM
We're fairly close to the entrance to the hall... so should be better exposure.  O0

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 09:45:24 PM
Quote from: Barthheart on June 07, 2016, 09:34:27 PMWe're fairly close to the entrance to the hall... so should be better exposure.  O0

please, please, please do NOT expose yourself at the convention
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 07, 2016, 09:46:54 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 09:45:24 PM
Quote from: Barthheart on June 07, 2016, 09:34:27 PMWe're fairly close to the entrance to the hall... so should be better exposure.  O0

please, please, please do NOT expose yourself at the convention

This is why I don't attend.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 10:04:25 PM
because he might, or because he shouldn't?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 07, 2016, 10:10:04 PM
I was thinking about myself
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 07, 2016, 10:10:23 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 10:04:25 PM
because he might, or because he shouldn't?


Because he'd have to put his pants ON!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 07, 2016, 10:12:01 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 07, 2016, 10:10:23 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 10:04:25 PM
because he might, or because he shouldn't?

Because he'd have to put his pants ON!

MD gets it.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 07, 2016, 10:12:24 PM
Frightening
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 08, 2016, 05:45:51 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 07, 2016, 08:40:18 PM
The on-site program has been released (http://grogheads.com/?p=11358)

The D-Hall map is up, too, and we're right near the front of it...
They don't have the GrogHeads Central Command labeled as anything resembling "GrogHeads" and just labeled it as "War Gamers" despite several years of us branding it with the GrogHeads name (at their behest...)

(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fgrogheads.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F06%2FOrigins-Map.png&hash=85b42a8da0ac668bfdb85700995e6388e1ed4688)

BUT...you are strategically closer to WizKids. You should be able to secure their western booth area by 17 June. By 18 June the Grogheads banner should be flying all the way over to Stronghold Games. Children and their children will sing songs about this quest and the Grogheads name will not be forgotten!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 08, 2016, 09:08:24 AM
Tell us what coverage you want to see

http://grogheads.com/?p=11362
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Capn Darwin on June 08, 2016, 01:47:44 PM
How about a final Grogheads event schedule in excel format!!!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 08, 2016, 03:03:21 PM
Quote from: Capn Darwin on June 08, 2016, 01:47:44 PM
How about a final Grogheads event schedule in excel format!!!

http://grogheads.com/?p=10653
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 09, 2016, 08:50:04 PM
(sigh)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 09, 2016, 08:52:38 PM
I know, right? If we had a front page this wouldn't happen!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: airboy on June 09, 2016, 10:26:44 PM
Is Origins in Columbus every year?

I looked at the RPG schedule and there are an impressive number of Call of Cthulhu games this year.  I may go next year.

This weekend - Pinball convention in Atlanta.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 09, 2016, 10:34:23 PM
AfaIk, it is.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 10, 2016, 05:50:08 AM
Quote from: airboy on June 09, 2016, 10:26:44 PMIs Origins in Columbus every year?

It's been permanently parked in Columbus ever since GAMA took it over.  GAMA's offices are literally across the street from the convention center in downtown Columbus.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on June 10, 2016, 07:44:53 AM
I'm still on track for arriving sometime Friday afternoon/evening (finally remembered to register! ::) ).  As with MetalDog, I'm staying through Sunday night, so I can help with cleanup. 




Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 06, 2016, 08:25:28 AM
Timothy Zahn will be hanging out in the authors' area with Michael Stackpole, if you want to get yourself a "Zahn Wrote First" shirt (http://www.cafepress.com/grogheads/12554724) and get him to sign it :)

(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi3.cpcache.com%2Fproduct%2F1599392697%2Fzahn_wrote_first_tshirt.jpg%3Fcolor%3DCardinal&hash=61ecf42fa9877edb04404890a015efdee7e76c9a)
It's my own fault, of course, but dammit I wish I'd seen this sooner.  I'd have ordered a shirt for my friend Amy (also a big Star Wars/Zahn fan) so I could've brought it with next week to get his signature on it.  Now, though, there's almost no way it would get here before I leave Thursday morning.  D'oh! 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 10, 2016, 07:52:32 AM
Ship it to Columbus. Pm me for a local address you can use
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 12, 2016, 07:53:27 PM
I've been told Ted's Montana Grill has an excellent Bison burger.  It's very close to the convention center. 

https://www.tedsmontanagrill.com/index.html
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on June 14, 2016, 11:57:38 AM
Disregard what I said earlier, and I'm an idiot.  :uglystupid2:  I'm coming Thursday evening and leaving Sunday.  (Sheesh.) 

Finally starting to get excited!  For a long time it felt like this wasn't going to actually happen. 




Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 10, 2016, 07:52:32 AM
Ship it to Columbus. Pm me for a local address you can use
Okay, I *really* should've been paying more attention to this thread.  Dammit. 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 14, 2016, 12:02:39 PM
Quote from: Martok on June 14, 2016, 11:57:38 AM
Disregard what I said earlier, and I'm an idiot.  :uglystupid2:  I'm coming Thursday evening and leaving Sunday.  (Sheesh.) 

Finally starting to get excited!  For a long time it felt like this wasn't going to actually happen. 




Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 10, 2016, 07:52:32 AM
Ship it to Columbus. Pm me for a local address you can use
Okay, I *really* should've been paying more attention to this thread.  Dammit.

How late on Thursday? Look/call us up when you get in.. we'll go fer beers!  :) I don't have a cellphone... but the rest do so you should be able to reach someone.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on June 14, 2016, 04:08:25 PM
Sounds good!  I'm shooting/hoping to get there around 7:00 p.m., although I'm allowing for later if need be; it's a fairly long-ass drive for me.  :P  I've got Brant's number, so I'll give him a ring once I've checked into my hotel. 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 14, 2016, 04:19:20 PM
So the drunk-dialing starts around 9:00 p.m.?  :P
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 15, 2016, 09:26:32 AM
Hope it all goes well! Have fun, get drunk, don't shower, and don't get laid, just like the rest of the nerds there! :)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 15, 2016, 09:35:58 AM
Quote from: Banzai_Cat on June 15, 2016, 09:26:32 AM
Hope it all goes well! Have fun, get drunk, don't shower, and don't get laid, just like the rest of the nerds there! :)

And here.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 12:09:13 PM
 For those if you interested, we're going to posting a ton of pix all weekend at Twitter.com/GrogHeads

Already started today!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 15, 2016, 12:14:16 PM
Looking foward to the Grogheads After Hours tweets.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 03:05:28 PM
You sure about that?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 15, 2016, 03:12:15 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 03:05:28 PM
You sure about that?

No, but I'm sure I want one of those "Crit Happens" t-shirts.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 10:29:20 PM
Day one coverage - lots of pictures

http://grogheads.com/?p=11365
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Silent Disapproval Robot on June 15, 2016, 10:38:50 PM
Get me some Wings of Glory/Sails of Glory loot!


please?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 10:51:12 PM
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on June 15, 2016, 10:38:50 PM
Get me some Wings of Glory/Sails of Glory loot!

talk to Cyrano - he's the addict there :)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Silent Disapproval Robot on June 16, 2016, 12:21:20 AM
I think it should be a group effort.  Kinda like Ocean's 11, but far far nerdier....and probably with a lot of sprained groins.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 16, 2016, 05:40:34 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 15, 2016, 10:29:20 PM
Day one coverage - lots of pictures

http://grogheads.com/?p=11365

Hey!  No fair!!  That just redirected me to some page I never saw before.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bob48 on June 16, 2016, 06:41:48 AM
awesome
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 16, 2016, 05:12:31 PM
+1. Thanks for posting the pics!  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 16, 2016, 05:36:51 PM
Where's everyone eating tonight?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 16, 2016, 05:37:18 PM
In my living room on the couch. Again.  ^-^
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 16, 2016, 05:48:11 PM
McFadden in Stamford, CT.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 16, 2016, 05:57:53 PM
Perfect. I'm raiding the freezer.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 16, 2016, 05:58:54 PM
Jägermeister again?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 16, 2016, 09:16:04 PM
We got 12 folks to show up today for an event that officially only seated 8.  We worked it out - 3 simultaneous games of Liberty or Death.

We had 9 for the team game of A Distant Plain, which kind of turned into "COIN on fast-forward" but was actually a decent bit of fun. 

Wing Leader had a handful of players, and Night of Man got another 4.  LNL Tactical got 5 for one of the sessions, but none for another one.

The only games that haven't drawn a bunch of players were Sergeants! Hell on Wheels games. 

We've also had Lost Battalion shooting some video of their gameplay on their short demos, and LNLP has Wing and a Prayer and Hollow Cell on their demo tables that people are digging.

All in all, day one was pretty busy and people seem to be having fun, which is a giant bag of "win" in my book :)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 16, 2016, 09:38:57 PM
Awesome!  Can't wait to get there!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 17, 2016, 10:32:40 PM
Costume photos up tonight!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 18, 2016, 08:46:28 AM
It was great meeting you guys last night.  I'm definitely going to do a better job of clearing my calendar next year. 

When I got home last night, I found Olivia playing Call to Power.  Neither one of us has played for a long time, so we'll have to figure it out again.  But I'm determined to try and get more into this time.  Maybe it's time to breakout Settlers?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 19, 2016, 08:07:28 PM
OJsDad, sorry I missed you.  Was looking forward to meeting you.  Maybe next year.

Speaking of next year, if you are reading this thread, you must have at least a passing interest in attending.  Or at least living vicariously through those that do.  Let me tell you, do it.  Come and have a blast.  I have no doubt that those of you I have interacted with on here would truly have the best time you have had in many a year.  I can't stress enough how awesome the venue is, how easy Columbus is to get around, how good the food at Barley's is and most importantly, how truly awesome the people are.

I had the great good fortune of meeting Brant, Martok, Barthheart, Cyrano, Cap'n Darwin, Jim Sterrett, Robert Crandall, Mark Walker, and panzerde.  All are outstanding people and I can't wait to meet them all again.

Do yourself a favor, start planning now to be in attendance next year.  You will not regret it.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 19, 2016, 08:15:30 PM
<sigh>
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 19, 2016, 09:27:08 PM
Quote from: mirth on June 19, 2016, 08:15:30 PM
<sigh>

stow it, hipster.  Be there next year.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 19, 2016, 09:53:33 PM
Thanks to everyone who joined us at Origins!

We had a blast and we hope y'all did, too.

Keep in mind that there's a lot of GAMA-ness we can't do anything about, but if you've got suggestions for us and how we handled our events and our area, we'd like to hear them. I can't promise we're going to make every change that's suggested, but I will promise that we're going to listen to your thoughts and consider them.

Also, if you joined us at Origins, please make it a point to shoot a note to our exhibitor partners and thank them. Lost Battalion Games, LnL Publishing, Enterprise Games (and by extension, GMT), Flying Pig Games, and Proving Ground Games were all great partners and we hope to have them all back next year.

Remember that all of our wrap-up coverage is still posting on the newly-renamed Schrödinger's Front Page through the end of the week.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 20, 2016, 11:48:50 AM
Well... back to work after another great week at Origins. Great fun to finally meet face to face with OJsDad, MetalDog, and Martok. Martok, hope yer car made the trip home.... :o
Great people, great gaming, great fun and great beer!

Only 12 months to wait for the next one.  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bbmike on June 20, 2016, 03:20:13 PM
Is Martok's cloaking device on the blink again?
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Barthheart on June 20, 2016, 03:24:14 PM
Quote from: bbmike on June 20, 2016, 03:20:13 PM
Is Martok's cloaking device on the blink again?

Yep... cruise for 2 parsecs then cool down fer an hour....
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Capn Darwin on June 20, 2016, 03:41:07 PM
Another great Origins at the Grogheads Centeral Command. Commence the 2017 count down.  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 20, 2016, 03:41:24 PM
wrap-ups and thoughts welcome, folks!

I'm going to un-sticky this one in a week or so and start the Origins 2017 Pre-Emptive Guilt Trip Thread™ so we can start working over Bawb, Mirth, Toonces, and the rest of 'em.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 20, 2016, 10:48:03 PM
Coverage here...  more coming the rest of the week
http://grogheads.com/?tag=origins
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: Martok on June 21, 2016, 04:15:39 AM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 19, 2016, 08:07:28 PM
OJsDad, sorry I missed you.  Was looking forward to meeting you.  Maybe next year.

Speaking of next year, if you are reading this thread, you must have at least a passing interest in attending.  Or at least living vicariously through those that do.  Let me tell you, do it.  Come and have a blast.  I have no doubt that those of you I have interacted with on here would truly have the best time you have had in many a year.  I can't stress enough how awesome the venue is, how easy Columbus is to get around, how good the food at Barley's is and most importantly, how truly awesome the people are.

I had the great good fortune of meeting Brant, Martok, Barthheart, Cyrano, Cap'n Darwin, Jim Sterrett, Robert Crandall, Mark Walker, and panzerde.  All are outstanding people and I can't wait to meet them all again.

Do yourself a favor, start planning now to be in attendance next year.  You will not regret it.
I just want to second MetalDog here.  Having now finally been to Origins, I can say unequivocally that it was an amazing experience, and was easily the most fun I've had in a long time.  I very much look forward to going again (although I may have to figure out different transportation arrangements for next time ::) ). 




Quote from: Barthheart on June 20, 2016, 11:48:50 AMMartok, hope yer car made the trip home.... :o
Yeah, I finally got in a few hours ago.  (Whew!)  :)  Damn car.  Amazing how it had been running just fine for months, but then it suddenly pulls this crap on me (and just after it had gotten a tune-up too)...  >:(  Ah well, at least I made it! 

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 21, 2016, 07:21:46 AM
Good to know you made it home, Martok.  Now you won't have any trouble with the car ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 05:02:57 PM
Was glad to meet everyone I did.  I will definitely need to make more time to attend next year.

MD, when I landed in Columbus earlier the day you flew in, we landed from the west.  When landing at Port Columbus from the west, you get to fly right over The Shoe.  If you have a window seat, you can usually see one of the end zones.  Were you lucky enough to see it or did you not even realize you were flying over. 

Brant, as I told you, I hadn't been able to come down for a few years.  I really like the layout of the two main exhibit halls.

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 21, 2016, 05:14:43 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 05:02:57 PM
MD, when I landed in Columbus earlier the day you flew in, we landed from the west.  When landing at Port Columbus from the west, you get to fly right over The Shoe.  If you have a window seat, you can usually see one of the end zones.  Were you lucky enough to see it or did you not even realize you were flying over. 


Have to say I missed it.  Primarily, because I drove ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 07:53:37 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 21, 2016, 05:14:43 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 05:02:57 PM
MD, when I landed in Columbus earlier the day you flew in, we landed from the west.  When landing at Port Columbus from the west, you get to fly right over The Shoe.  If you have a window seat, you can usually see one of the end zones.  Were you lucky enough to see it or did you not even realize you were flying over. 


Have to say I missed it.  Primarily, because I drove ;)

Doh!  That gave me a good belly laugh.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 21, 2016, 08:02:56 PM
OJsDad, sorry I missed you. Not sure what I was up to when you came by...


It was great to add Martok, MetalDog and RickBill to my list of Grogs I have actually met in person. We had the largest crew there this year since I've been going to Origins. Now I'm hoping we can swing an even larger turnout next year!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 21, 2016, 11:22:03 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 07:53:37 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on June 21, 2016, 05:14:43 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 21, 2016, 05:02:57 PM
MD, when I landed in Columbus earlier the day you flew in, we landed from the west.  When landing at Port Columbus from the west, you get to fly right over The Shoe.  If you have a window seat, you can usually see one of the end zones.  Were you lucky enough to see it or did you not even realize you were flying over. 


Have to say I missed it.  Primarily, because I drove ;)

Doh!  That gave me a good belly laugh.

Glad I could oblige.  :)  Just have to catch you next year.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 05:36:59 AM
the report from the Grogs
http://grogheads.com/?p=11963
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 08:31:51 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 05:36:59 AM
the report from the Grogs
http://grogheads.com/?p=11963

I only recognize 3-4 of you guys in the pic (Cyrano, Crandall, Brant, possibly one other that I'd rather not guess on in case I'm wrong as I'm terrible with faces). I've only met Crandall and Brant in person and recognize Cyrano and Panzerde from Skype/GrogCast recordings, but the rest of y'all, I have no idea who is whom.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 08:42:33 AM
that's why there's names on the shirts! ;)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 08:44:41 AM
Going to unstick this one at the end of the week, and next year's thread is already started (http://grogheads.com/forums/index.php?topic=17270.0)!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 08:44:56 AM
Yeah, I saw that, but it must be my bad eyes because they're awfully blurry.  :P
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 08:45:47 AM
Quote from: Banzai_Cat on June 24, 2016, 08:44:56 AM
Yeah, I saw that, but it must be my bad eyes because they're awfully blurry.  :P

better?

(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fgrogheads.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F06%2FGrogs-IMG_7139.jpg&hash=e7e82edf972810f7c8051ce343e9a923d665545f)
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:46:45 AM
I was just amazed that Brand wasn't 6'5".
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 08:47:38 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:46:45 AM
I was just amazed that Brand wasn't 6'5".

next year, stick around and you can be in the picture, too!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:48:59 AM
Yea.  Just what you need, an middle age fat bald guy!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 24, 2016, 08:50:38 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:48:59 AM
Yea.  Just what you need, an middle age fat bald guy!

That would really add some diversity to the group.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bayonetbrant on June 24, 2016, 08:56:16 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:48:59 AM
Yea.  Just what you need, an middle age fat bald guy!

it's a club; you're in it...  just like the rest of us!  O0
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: MetalDog on June 24, 2016, 08:57:22 AM
Speak for yourself!!
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 09:11:23 AM
I'm 6'4", not bald, and have lost 30 pounds thus far this year. By next year I should be at my goal weight and will still have a head of hair. I don't think I'll fit in with you boys.  ;D
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 24, 2016, 09:19:04 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on June 24, 2016, 08:48:59 AM
Yea.  Just what you need, an middle age fat bald guy!


Pretty sure that's a requirement...
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 24, 2016, 09:20:08 AM
Quote from: Banzai_Cat on June 24, 2016, 09:11:23 AM
I'm 6'4", not bald, and have lost 30 pounds thus far this year. By next year I should be at my goal weight and will still have a head of hair. I don't think I'll fit in with you boys.  ;D


We let Vance and Rob show up. You'll fit in.

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 11:00:10 AM
Who knows, I might be 400 pounds by the time I make it. And bald. And short like Gus.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: mirth on June 24, 2016, 11:07:07 AM
Quote from: Banzai_Cat on June 24, 2016, 09:11:23 AM
I'm 6'4", not bald, and have lost 30 pounds thus far this year. By next year I should be at my goal weight and will still have a head of hair. I don't think I'll fit in with you boys.  ;D

Like you were going to fit in anyway :P
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 01:22:20 PM
Quote from: mirth on June 24, 2016, 11:07:07 AM
Like you were going to fit in anyway :P

Fit in what?  ^-^
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 01:34:00 PM
I'm really pleased you all had such a great time, it looked like a fantastic experience.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 24, 2016, 01:40:17 PM
Quote from: Banzai_Cat on June 24, 2016, 01:22:20 PM
Quote from: mirth on June 24, 2016, 11:07:07 AM
Like you were going to fit in anyway :P

Fit in what?  ^-^


You'll find out when you arrive...
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 24, 2016, 01:43:47 PM
Quote from: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 01:34:00 PM
I'm really pleased you all had such a great time, it looked like a fantastic experience.


Remember Bob, by this time next year, it's likely easier for you to come visit us than it will be for you to hop across the border to Scotland!  :uglystupid2:
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 01:45:47 PM
Damn - there goes the haggis poaching business.
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: panzerde on June 24, 2016, 02:08:50 PM
Quote from: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 01:45:47 PM
Damn - there goes the haggis poaching business.


You can still poach, you're just going to have to pay import taxes on it.

Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 02:10:41 PM
Meh! takes all the fun outta it :-(
Title: Re: Origins 2016 (June 15-19), Columbus OH
Post by: BanzaiCat on June 24, 2016, 08:10:06 PM
Quote from: bob48 on June 24, 2016, 01:45:47 PM
Damn - there goes the haggis poaching business.

And all the fried candy bars.