Armchair Dragoons
@armchairdragoons.bsky.social
The Essay Length Answer to a Multiple-Choice Attention-Span World ~
Wargaming is our jam & we're here to spread it
Next event? CNX ONL 20-25 April
https://tinyurl.com/cnxonl26
Wargaming is our jam & we're here to spread it
Next event? CNX ONL 20-25 April
https://tinyurl.com/cnxonl26
The Wargamer's Paradox: Why the Pursuit of Perfect Historical Accuracy Can Lead to Ahistorical Play
"The real victory condition is not the capture of a key city or the destruction of an army, but the profound realization of why things happened the way they did."
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"The real victory condition is not the capture of a key city or the destruction of an army, but the profound realization of why things happened the way they did."
wp.me/pae4WL-dRw
February 11, 2026 at 5:12 PM
The Wargamer's Paradox: Why the Pursuit of Perfect Historical Accuracy Can Lead to Ahistorical Play
"The real victory condition is not the capture of a key city or the destruction of an army, but the profound realization of why things happened the way they did."
wp.me/pae4WL-dRw
"The real victory condition is not the capture of a key city or the destruction of an army, but the profound realization of why things happened the way they did."
wp.me/pae4WL-dRw
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This was an absolute blast! TS played a huge part in introducing me to the hobby. My interview with Ananda Gupta and @jasondcmatthews.bsky.social can now be found on YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtDK...
20 Years of Twilight Struggle with Ananda Gupta & Jason Matthews
YouTube video by SD Hist Con
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February 11, 2026 at 4:52 PM
This was an absolute blast! TS played a huge part in introducing me to the hobby. My interview with Ananda Gupta and @jasondcmatthews.bsky.social can now be found on YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtDK...
Approaching the Campaign in Barbarossa: Army Group North, 1941
The game sets absolute boundaries between Army Groups North & Center but does provide a few VP obj's off the direct Leningrad route that speak to wider coordination w/ AGC & the drive towards Moscow
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The game sets absolute boundaries between Army Groups North & Center but does provide a few VP obj's off the direct Leningrad route that speak to wider coordination w/ AGC & the drive towards Moscow
wp.me/pae4WL-dMp
February 11, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Approaching the Campaign in Barbarossa: Army Group North, 1941
The game sets absolute boundaries between Army Groups North & Center but does provide a few VP obj's off the direct Leningrad route that speak to wider coordination w/ AGC & the drive towards Moscow
wp.me/pae4WL-dMp
The game sets absolute boundaries between Army Groups North & Center but does provide a few VP obj's off the direct Leningrad route that speak to wider coordination w/ AGC & the drive towards Moscow
wp.me/pae4WL-dMp
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I want to thank people who took the time to read the document and watch the video I shared. It is also important to me that it is understood: I do not believe Matthew, Paula, Monique or Naveen (or anyone else) had involvement (or awareness) of the actions the owner of Game Night Picks took. 1/4
February 11, 2026 at 1:25 AM
I want to thank people who took the time to read the document and watch the video I shared. It is also important to me that it is understood: I do not believe Matthew, Paula, Monique or Naveen (or anyone else) had involvement (or awareness) of the actions the owner of Game Night Picks took. 1/4
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The Germans are only just barely still in this "Advance on Smolensk" battle for "O Group". A desperate late smoke mission cleared the way for a needed river crossing, but staying on the far side is another matter entirely. @armchairdragoons.bsky.social @toofatlardies.bsky.social
February 11, 2026 at 3:52 AM
The Germans are only just barely still in this "Advance on Smolensk" battle for "O Group". A desperate late smoke mission cleared the way for a needed river crossing, but staying on the far side is another matter entirely. @armchairdragoons.bsky.social @toofatlardies.bsky.social
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What's a Wehrmacht to do if not Advance on Smolensk? I don't know. So we're Advancing to Smolensk for "O Group". @toofatlardies.bsky.social @armchairdragoons.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPsq...
"O Group": Advance to Smolensk (3)
YouTube video by Jim Owczarski
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February 11, 2026 at 12:54 AM
What's a Wehrmacht to do if not Advance on Smolensk? I don't know. So we're Advancing to Smolensk for "O Group". @toofatlardies.bsky.social @armchairdragoons.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPsq...
Game Media Shenanigans, Practitioner News, the Usual Ways to Lighten Your Wallet ~ #TuesdayNewsday
The #TuesdayNewsday front is lively this week—let’s charge right in! ⚡ ➡️
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The #TuesdayNewsday front is lively this week—let’s charge right in! ⚡ ➡️
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February 10, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Game Media Shenanigans, Practitioner News, the Usual Ways to Lighten Your Wallet ~ #TuesdayNewsday
The #TuesdayNewsday front is lively this week—let’s charge right in! ⚡ ➡️
wp.me/pae4WL-dNa
The #TuesdayNewsday front is lively this week—let’s charge right in! ⚡ ➡️
wp.me/pae4WL-dNa
OK, it was 2025, not 2026! We're good, but not quite "predict-the-future" good 🤠
Hey #Wargamers it's time c'mon back to Origins!
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:57 PM
OK, it was 2025, not 2026! We're good, but not quite "predict-the-future" good 🤠
Hey #Wargamers it's time c'mon back to Origins!
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Hey #Wargamers it's time c'mon back to Origins!
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
In 2026, we had
— 170+ wargaming events in the main game hall
— 450+ total player sessions
— games running from 8am–midnight across 20 total tables
— at least 7 tables in use at all times btw 10am–10pm
(not incl the War College!)
originsgamefair.com
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Professional wargaming on the front page of BGG. A first?
February 10, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Professional wargaming on the front page of BGG. A first?
February 10, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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Live Cardboard 25 features Tim Densham of Catastrophe Games!
9e/6p Thursday Feb 12
9e/6p Thursday Feb 12
Live Cardboard 25 - Tim Densham, Catastrophe Games - Pushing Cardboard
Live Cardboard 25 featuring an interview with Tim Densham!
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February 10, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Live Cardboard 25 features Tim Densham of Catastrophe Games!
9e/6p Thursday Feb 12
9e/6p Thursday Feb 12
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"This war, like the next war, is the war to end war." 🎶
La Der des Ders by Arnauld Della Siega, published by HEXASIM, is a strategic level wargame focussing on ressource management between offensives and technological advancements.
Great graphics, event cards, solitaire deck, recessed tech boards.
La Der des Ders by Arnauld Della Siega, published by HEXASIM, is a strategic level wargame focussing on ressource management between offensives and technological advancements.
Great graphics, event cards, solitaire deck, recessed tech boards.
February 10, 2026 at 2:51 PM
"This war, like the next war, is the war to end war." 🎶
La Der des Ders by Arnauld Della Siega, published by HEXASIM, is a strategic level wargame focussing on ressource management between offensives and technological advancements.
Great graphics, event cards, solitaire deck, recessed tech boards.
La Der des Ders by Arnauld Della Siega, published by HEXASIM, is a strategic level wargame focussing on ressource management between offensives and technological advancements.
Great graphics, event cards, solitaire deck, recessed tech boards.
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It is time! You can now back A Forlorn Hope and help us bring this project to life.
THE 24-HOUR SPECIAL: To celebrate our launch, we are offering an exclusive Early Bird price. Back the project in the next 24 hours and get the game for just $69!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/w...
THE 24-HOUR SPECIAL: To celebrate our launch, we are offering an exclusive Early Bird price. Back the project in the next 24 hours and get the game for just $69!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/w...
February 10, 2026 at 3:25 PM
It is time! You can now back A Forlorn Hope and help us bring this project to life.
THE 24-HOUR SPECIAL: To celebrate our launch, we are offering an exclusive Early Bird price. Back the project in the next 24 hours and get the game for just $69!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/w...
THE 24-HOUR SPECIAL: To celebrate our launch, we are offering an exclusive Early Bird price. Back the project in the next 24 hours and get the game for just $69!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/w...
Last day for this insane digital wargaming deal thru Fanatical
5+ games at $4/ea
www.fanatical.com/en...
(more games than what's in the screepcap, too)
5+ games at $4/ea
www.fanatical.com/en...
(more games than what's in the screepcap, too)
February 10, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Last day for this insane digital wargaming deal thru Fanatical
5+ games at $4/ea
www.fanatical.com/en...
(more games than what's in the screepcap, too)
5+ games at $4/ea
www.fanatical.com/en...
(more games than what's in the screepcap, too)
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Baggovut's brigade broke from the field, but Markov's Grenadiers were almost enough to hold off the French in this Battle of Landsberg for "General d'Armee 2". Almost. @toofatlardies.bsky.social @armchairdragoons.bsky.social
February 10, 2026 at 3:43 AM
Baggovut's brigade broke from the field, but Markov's Grenadiers were almost enough to hold off the French in this Battle of Landsberg for "General d'Armee 2". Almost. @toofatlardies.bsky.social @armchairdragoons.bsky.social
Armchair Dragoons Reviews IADS: The Game
Although the home hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
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Although the home hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
armchairdragoons.com...
February 10, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Armchair Dragoons Reviews IADS: The Game
Although the home hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
armchairdragoons.com...
Although the home hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
armchairdragoons.com...
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In the on-going spirit of Eylau Week, we return to the Battle of Landsberg. Even on a Monday. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dDy... @armchairdragoons.bsky.social
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February 10, 2026 at 12:42 AM
In the on-going spirit of Eylau Week, we return to the Battle of Landsberg. Even on a Monday. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dDy... @armchairdragoons.bsky.social
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Today I emailed publishers about a concerning practice a board game media creator engaged in. This will likely become public, so I'm providing the details here to give the full context of what I shared.
1) Document: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o8ovt...
2) Video: youtu.be/fHXGWflPj4c
1/2
1) Document: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o8ovt...
2) Video: youtu.be/fHXGWflPj4c
1/2
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February 9, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Today I emailed publishers about a concerning practice a board game media creator engaged in. This will likely become public, so I'm providing the details here to give the full context of what I shared.
1) Document: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o8ovt...
2) Video: youtu.be/fHXGWflPj4c
1/2
1) Document: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o8ovt...
2) Video: youtu.be/fHXGWflPj4c
1/2
Savannah – Volume IV of the Battles of the American Revolution (BoAR) series
Savannah, published in 2005, marks a distinct departure from the relatively straightforward first three volumes of the series.
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Savannah, published in 2005, marks a distinct departure from the relatively straightforward first three volumes of the series.
wp.me/pae4WL-dLg
February 9, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Savannah – Volume IV of the Battles of the American Revolution (BoAR) series
Savannah, published in 2005, marks a distinct departure from the relatively straightforward first three volumes of the series.
wp.me/pae4WL-dLg
Savannah, published in 2005, marks a distinct departure from the relatively straightforward first three volumes of the series.
wp.me/pae4WL-dLg
Cards, SAMs, Fighters, & Bombers, Oh my ~ IADS: The Game
Although the hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
wp.me/pae4WL-dMa
Although the hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
wp.me/pae4WL-dMa
February 9, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Cards, SAMs, Fighters, & Bombers, Oh my ~ IADS: The Game
Although the hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
wp.me/pae4WL-dMa
Although the hobby gamer is not the intended target of IADS: The Game, getting caught in the frag pattern does not result in collateral damage (ok, maybe some financial damage) but instead great collateral enjoyment
wp.me/pae4WL-dMa
this is pretty cool — and we're in a good neighborhood with a bunch of friends
I made a map of 3.4 million Bluesky users - see if you can find yourself!
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
bluesky-map.theo.io
I've seen some similar projects, but IMO this seems to better capture some of the fine-grained detail
Bluesky Map
Interactive map of 3.4 million Bluesky users, visualised by their follower pattern.
bluesky-map.theo.io
February 9, 2026 at 11:01 AM
this is pretty cool — and we're in a good neighborhood with a bunch of friends
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It's my birthday so by law you have to at least visit the shop and go "wow what a good girl you did this all by yourself" & some local bylaws demand a purchase. I don't make these laws!
Thanks for all your support, younger me would be SO HYPED for today me <3
www.badsquiddogames.com
Thanks for all your support, younger me would be SO HYPED for today me <3
www.badsquiddogames.com
February 9, 2026 at 7:04 AM
It's my birthday so by law you have to at least visit the shop and go "wow what a good girl you did this all by yourself" & some local bylaws demand a purchase. I don't make these laws!
Thanks for all your support, younger me would be SO HYPED for today me <3
www.badsquiddogames.com
Thanks for all your support, younger me would be SO HYPED for today me <3
www.badsquiddogames.com
The 2026 ACDC After Action Review
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As with all of our events, we ask the audience for their feedback, and share it with you to hold ourselves accountable to how we’re doing.
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As with all of our events, we ask the audience for their feedback, and share it with you to hold ourselves accountable to how we’re doing.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:11 AM
The 2026 ACDC After Action Review
Quote
As with all of our events, we ask the audience for their feedback, and share it with you to hold ourselves accountable to how we’re doing.
wp.me/pae4WL-dOW
Quote
As with all of our events, we ask the audience for their feedback, and share it with you to hold ourselves accountable to how we’re doing.
wp.me/pae4WL-dOW