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Cry Havoc was a classic British wargame released by Standard Games in 1981. Designed by Gary Chalk and Tony Webster, the game was played using cardboard counters representing 13th century peasants, sergeants, bills, men-at-arms, and knights and featured one-on-one combat. The game was a hit and launched a whole series of games such as Siege (1983), Samurai Blades (1984), Outremer (1985), and Viking Raiders (1987), as well as dozens of additional maps and a fantasy version called Dark Blades (1986).

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The text features the words "BORDER REIVER WARGAMES SHOW 2023" in large, bold, golden letters against a dark purple background. The design emphasizes the event's name, making it prominent and eye-catching. The overall aesthetic conveys a sense of importance and excitement for the wargaming community.

Border Reiver

Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 10:00 AM
In-person
@ Nissan Sports and Leisure Complex, Sunderland
A vibrant promotional graphic for CHILLCON, a family-friendly tabletop gaming convention in Sheffield. The text prominently features "WEEKENDER CHILLCON SHEFFIELD" in bold, blue letters, with the dates "SATURDAY 21st & SUNDAY 22nd MARCH 2026" below. Logos of major sponsors, including Colour Forge and The Lion's Tower Print Paint Play, are displayed at the bottom, enhancing the event's appeal.

CHILLCON

Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 6:24 PM
In-person
@ The Sheffield College, Sheffield