Location
We will be playing at Mayhem Collectibles (The one in Des Moines NOT the one in Ames, please do not get them confused).
7500 University
Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50325
(515) 271-8104
http://www.mayhemcomics.com/en/comics/
Payment
$15 Due the day of the tournament.
Schedule
Registration
11:30 to 11:40
Game 1 11:40 to 1:40
Game 2 1:50 to 3:50
Game 3 4:00 to 6:00
Cleanup/Awards 6:00 to 6:20
Building Your Army
This tournament uses Kings of War 3rd Edition as well as the accompanying Uncharted Empires and any FAQ’s currently in use by Mantic. Armies will be 2000 points.
Miniatures
Models must be based on the appropriate sized base for what they represent and use standard minimum model count (50 percent plus 1 model). However, players who wish to use larger bases for thematic/aesthetic reasons may do so with permission from the TO. Likewise, players who wish to use larger models that do not meet minimum model count (for instance, a single large dragon that represents a unit of drakon riders) may also do so at the TO’s discretion. Furthermore, players who wish to use proxy models that count as something else (such as a Warhammer steam tank that counts as a beast of war) will also need the TO’s approval. Under all circumstances it should be clear to your opponent what your models actually represent.
When in doubt concerning whether a model(s) appropriately represent a unit players are encouraged to send pictures to iowakingsofwar@gmail.com before the event for prior approval. If you do not do so you are subject to the TO’s interpretation of “common sense” and a “reasonable” representation.
Models do not need to be painted for this tournament!
Army Lists
Players are responsible for providing a copy of their army list for both themselves, the TO, and their opponents (this is an open list tournament). It is highly recommended that you use a list builder application such as easy army. Your army list should include,
- All of the units/unit sizes in your army
- Their equipment/upgrades/special rules
- The point values for everything in your army
- Your name on all copies of the roster
If for whatever reason you make a mistake with your force list immediately call the TO over. The TO will attempt to resolve the discrepancy fairly, but reserves the right to reduce you score in that game and all previously played games to 0 while giving your opponent(s) maximum points, so please double check your lists.
Items You Should Provide
- Easily readable dice, table-measures, rule-book, damage markers, etc.
- A chess clock, stop-watch, phone or other similar time-tracking device
- A method to smoothly transport your army between games
- Any other gaming aids you need
Game Time and Sequence
Each Player has 55 minutes for each game. Remember you are on the clock during deployment. There is an extra 10 minutes built into each round for checking lists, introductions, transporting models, and so on.
Game Sequence
- Discuss terrain
- Discuss how to deal with cocked dice
- Set up models, go over army lists, and ask any relevant questions about opponent’s army
- Roll off to determine who picks sides and deploys sides
- Start clock and begin game deployment
- After game fill out score sheet
Rounds
The tournament will have three rounds.
Scenery
The terrain at the table will follow standard Kings of War rules. Terrain will be set before the game. Players are asked to return the terrain to its original position should they need to move it for whatever reason. Furthermore, unless both players agree to a modification BEFORE the game all terrain will use standard Kings of War heights.
Scenarios
Scenarios will be chosen from 3rd edition rulebook.
Scenario Scores
After a game scenario points will be assigned as follows
- Win = 15 points
- Draw = 10 points
- Loss = 5 points
Also, players will gain or lose scenario points based on the difference in total points killed between the two sides as per the following table.
| Difference in Points Killed | Scenario Points Awarded for Greater Number of Kill Points | Scenario Points Subtracted for Lesser Number of Kill Points |
| 1500 –2000 | +5 | -5 |
| 1200-1499 | +4 | -4 |
| 900-1199 | +3 | -3 |
| 600-899 | +2 | -2 |
| 300-599 | +1 | -1 |
| 0 -299 | +0 | -0 |
Thus, there are 20 points available in each round that will be divided among the 2 players. The total number of scenario points during the tournament a player can get ranges from 0 to 60 points.
Sport Scores
Players will vote for their favorite opponent. The player with the most votes will win best sportsman. Scenario points will act as a tie breaker, and paint score will act as a second tie breaker. Remember there is no best overall for this one day tournament, but players are still expected to behave in a gentlemanly fashion.
Paint Scores
Armies will be judged based on the following rubric.
- Is the army painted to a 3 color minimum? If not, it cannot acquire a painting score.
- The paint scheme is consistent throughout the army – 1 Point
- All models have been based with some sort of texture – 1 Point
- The basing scheme is consistent across the entire army – 1 Point
- There are examples of advanced basing in the army, e.g. cork, bark, water effects etc. 1 Point
- There are examples of shading in the army – 1 Point
- All models have been shaded – 1 Point
- There are examples of advanced shading in the army, such as blending and edge highlighting – 1 Point
- There are some minor conversions in the army – 1 Point
- There are examples of advanced conversions, including some scratch building and/or sculpting – 1 Point
- There are examples of simple freehand painting in the army – 1 Point
- There are examples of complex freehand painting in the army – 1 Point
- The army uses multibasing to create dioramas – 1 point
- Most of the army creates inspiring units through dioramas – 1 point
- There is a display board – 1 Point
- The display board is complex and forms a diorama – 1 point
- Wow factor! Overall theme and advanced techniques – Up to 5 points
You will only be eligible to receive best painted if you completed the majority of the painting/modeling in your army.
Awards
Players are eligible to receive the following awards,
- Best General (highest scenario points)
- Best Appearance (highest paint points)
- Best Sportsman (most favorite opponent votes)
A player can only receive one of the above awards.
Rules Questions and Player Contact
Every endeavor has been taken to produce a clear and consistent ruleset. However, in the event of confusion all rules questions will be decided by the TO. The TO reserves the right to enforce common sense. The TO’s decision is final.
Players are expected to act in a polite and courteous manner. Players who do not do this will be asked to leave without refund and be withdrawn from any opportunity to receive awards.
Crowd at the Table
Tournament games are meant to be 1 on 1. A player who feels uncomfortable with the number of spectators can ask them to step aside.
Scenarios
The scenarios will be selected from the third edition rulebook.