Nicola S
@6xwa.bsky.social
Wargames. Playing, collecting, designing and discussing about them with an eye to the less trodden titles. And everything else around them. At my discretion.
Designer of Operation Bøllebank, Nothing Left to Bomb, By Stealth and Sea and a few others.
Designer of Operation Bøllebank, Nothing Left to Bomb, By Stealth and Sea and a few others.
The glamorous life of the unaccomplished (war)game designer: in two weeks I run the risk of losing the third award my game was nominated for this year…
…wait!
Isn’t that an accomplishment in itself?
🤪
@snafustore.bsky.social
#forlovenotambition
…wait!
Isn’t that an accomplishment in itself?
🤪
@snafustore.bsky.social
#forlovenotambition
a man wearing glasses and a red shirt that says pose for the fans says it 's okay
ALT: a man wearing glasses and a red shirt that says pose for the fans says it 's okay
media.tenor.com
November 8, 2025 at 11:52 PM
The glamorous life of the unaccomplished (war)game designer: in two weeks I run the risk of losing the third award my game was nominated for this year…
…wait!
Isn’t that an accomplishment in itself?
🤪
@snafustore.bsky.social
#forlovenotambition
…wait!
Isn’t that an accomplishment in itself?
🤪
@snafustore.bsky.social
#forlovenotambition
I feel seen…
November 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
I feel seen…
A nice little thread on the lineup of @snafustore.bsky.social currently available games (yes, that includes mine 😊).
My favorites so far?
12 hours at Maleme and Berestechko 1651
My favorites so far?
12 hours at Maleme and Berestechko 1651
Tired of wargames always focusing on the same old conflicts and campaigns? Had enough of Waterloos, Gettysburgs, and Barbarossas? Check out the homegrown games we’re making at @SnafuDST (snafu.cat/SnafuDesignT...) 👇👇
October 31, 2025 at 11:44 AM
A nice little thread on the lineup of @snafustore.bsky.social currently available games (yes, that includes mine 😊).
My favorites so far?
12 hours at Maleme and Berestechko 1651
My favorites so far?
12 hours at Maleme and Berestechko 1651
More of @snafustore.bsky.social Catch-18 this WE. My son felt comfortable enough to play the Germans (more varied pieces and different things they can do), so I got to play the US and…
failed miserably!
I had some unlucky moments and the kid played well.
Still struggling with victory conditions.
failed miserably!
I had some unlucky moments and the kid played well.
Still struggling with victory conditions.
October 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM
More of @snafustore.bsky.social Catch-18 this WE. My son felt comfortable enough to play the Germans (more varied pieces and different things they can do), so I got to play the US and…
failed miserably!
I had some unlucky moments and the kid played well.
Still struggling with victory conditions.
failed miserably!
I had some unlucky moments and the kid played well.
Still struggling with victory conditions.
While canon could suggest gatekeeping of some sort, I really enjoyed the episode and the spirit of the participants (including the banter!). The list is pretty exhaustive already, but the thing that surprised me the most was hearing that Brant likes SPI City Fight probably as much as me!
One day…
One day…
We're baaaa-aaack!
Mentioned In Dispatches S15 E1 – The Wargaming “Canon”
Our first episode brings together a distinguished panel to try to figure out all the games you ought to play to truly earn your Grognard Merit Badge
armchairdragoons.com...
Mentioned In Dispatches S15 E1 – The Wargaming “Canon”
Our first episode brings together a distinguished panel to try to figure out all the games you ought to play to truly earn your Grognard Merit Badge
armchairdragoons.com...
September 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
While canon could suggest gatekeeping of some sort, I really enjoyed the episode and the spirit of the participants (including the banter!). The list is pretty exhaustive already, but the thing that surprised me the most was hearing that Brant likes SPI City Fight probably as much as me!
One day…
One day…
Wargaming weekend part 1: studying the rules to Compass’ Grant: The Western Campaign 1862, and putting @catastrophegames.bsky.social Campaign: Fall Blau to the table
August 31, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Wargaming weekend part 1: studying the rules to Compass’ Grant: The Western Campaign 1862, and putting @catastrophegames.bsky.social Campaign: Fall Blau to the table
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this iconic advertising copywriter named Kathy Hepinstall Parks died over the weekend and I wanted to share something from her website I thought Bluesky would like
August 22, 2025 at 2:20 PM
this iconic advertising copywriter named Kathy Hepinstall Parks died over the weekend and I wanted to share something from her website I thought Bluesky would like
Oh 😲
Ok 😃
Thanks!!
Ok 😃
Thanks!!
We're proud to announce the 2025 Summit Award finalists: Operation Bøllebank, GHQ, War Story: Occupied France, and Vijayanagara: The Deccan Empires of Medieval India, 1290-1398. More details, and honorable mentions, here: sdhist.com/2025-summit-...
August 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Oh 😲
Ok 😃
Thanks!!
Ok 😃
Thanks!!
In memory of my gaming friend Giuliano that eventually sold me his unpunched copy of the game, I am about to dive into the Great Pacific War, 1941-1945!
We Must Tell the Emperor, Victory Point Games.
We Must Tell the Emperor, Victory Point Games.
August 4, 2025 at 12:18 PM
In memory of my gaming friend Giuliano that eventually sold me his unpunched copy of the game, I am about to dive into the Great Pacific War, 1941-1945!
We Must Tell the Emperor, Victory Point Games.
We Must Tell the Emperor, Victory Point Games.
Inspired by a recent review @armchairdragoons.bsky.social by RMN, I pulled out my copy of Smokejumpers by Kerry Anderson.
He was involved in wildfire modeling and the game reflects his long experience.
It is solitaire and the “bot” is driving the spread of the fire.
He was involved in wildfire modeling and the game reflects his long experience.
It is solitaire and the “bot” is driving the spread of the fire.
August 3, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Inspired by a recent review @armchairdragoons.bsky.social by RMN, I pulled out my copy of Smokejumpers by Kerry Anderson.
He was involved in wildfire modeling and the game reflects his long experience.
It is solitaire and the “bot” is driving the spread of the fire.
He was involved in wildfire modeling and the game reflects his long experience.
It is solitaire and the “bot” is driving the spread of the fire.
At long last, one of my remaining grail games is in the house.
A nice end to an otherwise “meh” day where I just ran around a lot for nothing.
Surprised to see a couple of important names in the credits.
A nice end to an otherwise “meh” day where I just ran around a lot for nothing.
Surprised to see a couple of important names in the credits.
July 29, 2025 at 10:47 PM
At long last, one of my remaining grail games is in the house.
A nice end to an otherwise “meh” day where I just ran around a lot for nothing.
Surprised to see a couple of important names in the credits.
A nice end to an otherwise “meh” day where I just ran around a lot for nothing.
Surprised to see a couple of important names in the credits.
In an effort to keep my kids away from video games, what better than a board(war?)game…based on a video game? Sniper Elite by my friend @djackthompson.bsky.social on the table!
First game was close, in the second the sniper pulled a big trick on us guards!
The little one (sniper) is hooked!
First game was close, in the second the sniper pulled a big trick on us guards!
The little one (sniper) is hooked!
July 27, 2025 at 6:20 PM
In an effort to keep my kids away from video games, what better than a board(war?)game…based on a video game? Sniper Elite by my friend @djackthompson.bsky.social on the table!
First game was close, in the second the sniper pulled a big trick on us guards!
The little one (sniper) is hooked!
First game was close, in the second the sniper pulled a big trick on us guards!
The little one (sniper) is hooked!
Latest acquisitions.
Yes, I am in the middle of an ACW bug.
And accepting suggestions!
Vae Victis remains the best value for the money you can expect from a wargame magazine. And no, I am not taking questions at this time.
Yes, I am in the middle of an ACW bug.
And accepting suggestions!
Vae Victis remains the best value for the money you can expect from a wargame magazine. And no, I am not taking questions at this time.
July 21, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Latest acquisitions.
Yes, I am in the middle of an ACW bug.
And accepting suggestions!
Vae Victis remains the best value for the money you can expect from a wargame magazine. And no, I am not taking questions at this time.
Yes, I am in the middle of an ACW bug.
And accepting suggestions!
Vae Victis remains the best value for the money you can expect from a wargame magazine. And no, I am not taking questions at this time.
So you are out of town for a few days and space is at a premium but you still want to scratch that solitaire (war)game itch? I’ve got you covered!
Today I played: Rattenkrieg (ATO), Plinius against the Vesuvius and The Measure of the Earth (both @snafustore.bsky.social by @marcfigueras.bsky.social)😊
Today I played: Rattenkrieg (ATO), Plinius against the Vesuvius and The Measure of the Earth (both @snafustore.bsky.social by @marcfigueras.bsky.social)😊
July 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
So you are out of town for a few days and space is at a premium but you still want to scratch that solitaire (war)game itch? I’ve got you covered!
Today I played: Rattenkrieg (ATO), Plinius against the Vesuvius and The Measure of the Earth (both @snafustore.bsky.social by @marcfigueras.bsky.social)😊
Today I played: Rattenkrieg (ATO), Plinius against the Vesuvius and The Measure of the Earth (both @snafustore.bsky.social by @marcfigueras.bsky.social)😊
While we hit new lows every day, our planet delivers beauty in spades.
July 5, 2025 at 9:22 PM
While we hit new lows every day, our planet delivers beauty in spades.
Reposted by Nicola S
Sometime between the fall of 1963 and the late summer of 1964, the actor and photographer Dennis Hopper stopped at an intersection in L.A., took out his Nikon, and made history.
The Dennis Hopper Photograph That Caught Los Angeles
The actor stopped at an intersection, took out his Nikon, and made history.
www.newyorker.com
July 2, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Sometime between the fall of 1963 and the late summer of 1964, the actor and photographer Dennis Hopper stopped at an intersection in L.A., took out his Nikon, and made history.
Reposted by Nicola S
Summer Sales & Summit Awards ~ #TuesdayNewsday
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Welcome back to #TuesdayNewsday, where wargaming takes center stage. This week, we’re covering everything from the week’s new releases to pros using wargames to shape the future of warfare. And plenty in between!
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Welcome back to #TuesdayNewsday, where wargaming takes center stage. This week, we’re covering everything from the week’s new releases to pros using wargames to shape the future of warfare. And plenty in between!
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July 2, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Summer Sales & Summit Awards ~ #TuesdayNewsday
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Welcome back to #TuesdayNewsday, where wargaming takes center stage. This week, we’re covering everything from the week’s new releases to pros using wargames to shape the future of warfare. And plenty in between!
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Welcome back to #TuesdayNewsday, where wargaming takes center stage. This week, we’re covering everything from the week’s new releases to pros using wargames to shape the future of warfare. And plenty in between!
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First game of Lonely Cairn by @catastrophegames.bsky.social .
One that was highly anticipated because, let’s face it, I am a true Franklin Expedition nut.
It did not disappoint. Simple but effective mechanics linked to history and an overall enjoyable experience.
And yes, the crew vanished in 1848…
One that was highly anticipated because, let’s face it, I am a true Franklin Expedition nut.
It did not disappoint. Simple but effective mechanics linked to history and an overall enjoyable experience.
And yes, the crew vanished in 1848…
June 30, 2025 at 6:04 PM
First game of Lonely Cairn by @catastrophegames.bsky.social .
One that was highly anticipated because, let’s face it, I am a true Franklin Expedition nut.
It did not disappoint. Simple but effective mechanics linked to history and an overall enjoyable experience.
And yes, the crew vanished in 1848…
One that was highly anticipated because, let’s face it, I am a true Franklin Expedition nut.
It did not disappoint. Simple but effective mechanics linked to history and an overall enjoyable experience.
And yes, the crew vanished in 1848…
An important statement.
And it just made me pull the trigger on Mongoose products!
Well done!
And it just made me pull the trigger on Mongoose products!
Well done!
We have just made a post on our forums covering a change in policy on the use of AI art in our TAS programme on Drivethru, along with our wider thoughts on AI art and its use in RPGs (and media in general).
forum.mongoosepublishing.com/threads/trav...
#ttrpg #TravellerRPG
forum.mongoosepublishing.com/threads/trav...
#ttrpg #TravellerRPG
June 24, 2025 at 1:20 PM
An important statement.
And it just made me pull the trigger on Mongoose products!
Well done!
And it just made me pull the trigger on Mongoose products!
Well done!
Tha glamorous life of a (war)game designer.
Play your game.
Take notes / make changes.
Update the playtest material.
🔄
The game: “Catch-18” for @SnafuDST
Play your game.
Take notes / make changes.
Update the playtest material.
🔄
The game: “Catch-18” for @SnafuDST
June 22, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Tha glamorous life of a (war)game designer.
Play your game.
Take notes / make changes.
Update the playtest material.
🔄
The game: “Catch-18” for @SnafuDST
Play your game.
Take notes / make changes.
Update the playtest material.
🔄
The game: “Catch-18” for @SnafuDST
End of the dream. 🤷♂️
It was a good ride!
A huge “thank you” to all the folks @snafustore.bsky.social , to meister @zweigefuhle.bsky.social and his fantastic graphic design, to the nominating committee, the @csrawards.bsky.social and to all those that reviewed the game and those that voted for it.
It was a good ride!
A huge “thank you” to all the folks @snafustore.bsky.social , to meister @zweigefuhle.bsky.social and his fantastic graphic design, to the nominating committee, the @csrawards.bsky.social and to all those that reviewed the game and those that voted for it.
June 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
End of the dream. 🤷♂️
It was a good ride!
A huge “thank you” to all the folks @snafustore.bsky.social , to meister @zweigefuhle.bsky.social and his fantastic graphic design, to the nominating committee, the @csrawards.bsky.social and to all those that reviewed the game and those that voted for it.
It was a good ride!
A huge “thank you” to all the folks @snafustore.bsky.social , to meister @zweigefuhle.bsky.social and his fantastic graphic design, to the nominating committee, the @csrawards.bsky.social and to all those that reviewed the game and those that voted for it.
Hey look at the family, we keep on growing!
So honored to be in such company!
Each game is a labor of love and don’t be misled by the words “pocket” or “small”, if you pass on these games, you are missing out!
Each meticulously crafted by a team of designers, developers and tested!!
So honored to be in such company!
Each game is a labor of love and don’t be misled by the words “pocket” or “small”, if you pass on these games, you are missing out!
Each meticulously crafted by a team of designers, developers and tested!!
Family picture and a small presentation of Tarqui. An honorable Peace?
"Small in shape, big in deepth."
(Not in dip, sorry for my pronuntiation)
youtu.be/vK1IKJdI8FI
"Small in shape, big in deepth."
(Not in dip, sorry for my pronuntiation)
youtu.be/vK1IKJdI8FI
June 19, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Hey look at the family, we keep on growing!
So honored to be in such company!
Each game is a labor of love and don’t be misled by the words “pocket” or “small”, if you pass on these games, you are missing out!
Each meticulously crafted by a team of designers, developers and tested!!
So honored to be in such company!
Each game is a labor of love and don’t be misled by the words “pocket” or “small”, if you pass on these games, you are missing out!
Each meticulously crafted by a team of designers, developers and tested!!
Reposted by Nicola S
Today is a good day to release our 10th wargame.
Ten wargames and none about (as my daugther says) "my crush" ... but this time, we are on his timeframe: 1829, the Emperor's ashes are still at Saint Helene.
#FromWaterlooToTarqui
#ViveLEmpeureur
#QuelleAffaire!
#LestWeForget
Ten wargames and none about (as my daugther says) "my crush" ... but this time, we are on his timeframe: 1829, the Emperor's ashes are still at Saint Helene.
#FromWaterlooToTarqui
#ViveLEmpeureur
#QuelleAffaire!
#LestWeForget
June 17, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Today is a good day to release our 10th wargame.
Ten wargames and none about (as my daugther says) "my crush" ... but this time, we are on his timeframe: 1829, the Emperor's ashes are still at Saint Helene.
#FromWaterlooToTarqui
#ViveLEmpeureur
#QuelleAffaire!
#LestWeForget
Ten wargames and none about (as my daugther says) "my crush" ... but this time, we are on his timeframe: 1829, the Emperor's ashes are still at Saint Helene.
#FromWaterlooToTarqui
#ViveLEmpeureur
#QuelleAffaire!
#LestWeForget
For those who missed it or so in love with it that want to watch it again, here is the panel about @snafustore.bsky.social I hosted last night with Oscar Olivier and @zweigefuhle.bsky.social as part of @sdhistcon.bsky.social Second Front 2025.
Please 👍🏻 the video!
m.youtube.com/watch?v=FXbf...
Please 👍🏻 the video!
m.youtube.com/watch?v=FXbf...
On the other side of pond, SNAFU: another European publisher
YouTube video by SD Hist Con
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June 8, 2025 at 8:16 AM
For those who missed it or so in love with it that want to watch it again, here is the panel about @snafustore.bsky.social I hosted last night with Oscar Olivier and @zweigefuhle.bsky.social as part of @sdhistcon.bsky.social Second Front 2025.
Please 👍🏻 the video!
m.youtube.com/watch?v=FXbf...
Please 👍🏻 the video!
m.youtube.com/watch?v=FXbf...