Exploits Of A Headless Elf

Exploits 2- Holidays and Recap

exploits of a headlesself — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 22:34:40 +0000

September- Heroclix

exploits of a headlesself — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 03:11:51 +0000

Headless Elf here with the first review of September- Heroclix! This is a collectable miniatures game (which means that models are sold in blind boosters usually containing 5 Models and running you about $11) and is played with small warbands on a gridded board. This game first saw release in 2001 with a DC version but was followed up by Marvel because Marvels way cooler. There was also an Indy set containing some pretty cool stuff (Hellboy, Darkness, Witchblade…) but as a dedicated Marvelite the farthest I’ve gone past the X-Men and your friendly neighborhood Is the $10 Witchblade model I have on the shelf. She see’s play once in a while, but Witchblade being my love, I couldn’t pass it up. Speaking of the team building it’s pretty nice and straight forward, a 300 point total suggested (me being a little short of a head, I generally run 800) and simple printed point spats on each models base. This is a quick process, getting you into the game very fast. Layout is quick too; put down the board and deploy behind the first two files. Next comes actually playing. The greatest thing about the ge is the lack of cross-referencing! All the models stats are printed on a turning ring set into their base. When a model is dealt damage the ring is advanced that many Clicks, until the ring eventually comes up KO. The neatest thing is, stats are constantly varying keeping you constantly strategizing. Each category of statistic (move, attack, defense, damage) has a colour code which can be referenced (ok, maybe a little cross-referencing) to the Powers And Abilities card which will describe them in full. For instance Wolverines attack number is red which means he had the ability Blades/Claws/Fangs, letting roll a D6 and dealing that much damage instead of an average 2 Points on a successful attack. So everything works until it comes to the standard rules such as LOS, Moving around obstacles, and engaging enemies in combat. According to WizKids Games god did the laws of physics wrong and they have a better method. I won’t even attempt to explain the confusion set in place by their replacement laws of gravity but have merely rewrote those such rules with a few friends. I will post my personal errata at the end of the review for anyone who plays and wants to play better. All this harsh criticism aside, HeroClix is one of my favorite games, rules changes applied, or not, and makes for a wonderful quick-playing tournament game. Overall, the Elf himself gives this game a solid 4/5. Upcoming on the site, my D&D group is starting back up soon, and I’ll be reviewing Space Hulk: Death Angel. Until then!
Oh, and here’s just some of what we’ve heard out of the upcoming expansion, Web of SpiderMan:

Coming soon to the Exploits!

exploits of a headlesself — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:29:53 +0000

On September 8th… He will return… And with him… A review… Of… HeroClix!

FFG drinks way too much coffee. So does Peter Jackson…

exploits of a headlesself — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 05:35:46 +0000

Headless Elf- two quick things. FFG is insane! They just announced a Blood Bowl card game (yet another GW spin-off) and freakin’ Lord of the Rings the LCG! They just came out with Warhamner Invasion in November! And on thy note, Peter Jackson signed on to direct the Hobbit instead of Guillermo delToro. So yeah… That was more like four things…

I’m Baaaaaaack! Battle Report 3

exploits of a headlesself — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 04:55:39 +0000

Headless Elf here- Like for realz! Can you believe?! I’m back in the game? With the more recreational than not summer, I took an unintentional break but with school starting back up I should be able to focus on the blog every now and again. So here’s my plan: 2 solid reviews a month (starting in September), weekly updates following the adventures of the group I DM for, 1 chapter/addendum from my novel-in-progress, and possibly 1 podcast episode if I have time. And that’s just me. I can’t speak for the other two but hopefully they’ll post here and there. Sound good? Good. That’s what we’ll do then. So as far as lame excuses go, I’m representing the rest of the crew as long as I’m here. The Eccentric Gnome was interning at Harvard and then went to Sweden all summer, and the Troll was housing exchange students from Tokyo. I know those are pretty far-fetched stories but if you doubt me, ask them yourself. I dare you to question a Troll… And a Gnome…

Battle Report! The Currant Status Of The Blog…

exploits of a headlesself — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:40:24 +0000

Headless Elf here… So it took a while, but we’re finally getting steady views again! Gives me something to work for… Well, I’m in the throes of writing a novel and I have not found it easy. I’m considering posting chapters on the blog in order to get feed back so post a Comment and let me know if you would read. Thanks!

Zilch+

celdog — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 04:25:51 +0000

Though I threatened the owners, stuck my double headed great axe in their faces, I learned nothing. Their minds were oddly blank and their magic case near empty! I’m sorry but I learned nothing, therefor I must resort to checking the Magic Website, one sec . . . yes! The new set is called Rise Of The Eldrazi! It looks totally awesome. For more info check out http://www.wizards.com/magic/tcg/productarticle.aspx?x=mtg/tcg/riseoftheeldrazi/productinfo. www.wizards.com/magic is probably the coolest site ever. You play magic, read comics, and learn everything you ever wanted to know about magic. You should totally check it out!

Wise Troll

Attacktix ArmyLists!

exploits of a headlesself — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 18:00:29 +0000

Headless Elf here… If anyone actually plays this game, heres a really good team…

Sinister Six 100 Point WarBand/50 Point BackUps- Core Models: Green Goblin, Dock Ock, Venom Back-Ups: Electro x2, and another Venom

This is a pretty solid Marvel team. Heres why… GreenGoblin is a solid model and really kicks some ass while Venom is on the field. DockOck is just good and he’ll put a pretty effective stun on any SpiderMan/MarvelKnights models. Electro and Venom play off eachother EXTREMELY well and having two of each is a safe play.

iknow, iknow, I messed up-Sorry!

celdog — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:25:33 +0000

This is the one and only Wise Troll on iknow. Now a bunch of you were probably sitting on the edge of your seats yesterday waiting for an update on my latest quest. When it didn’t show up you probably thought that you had finally lost me once and for all.

Well here’s what happened. I ran into some unforseen difficulties, such as grandmas who all eat dinner early. So I didn’t get to Dr. Comics & Mr. Games. I feel like a failure, but still the quest goes on! Today I shall go forth the Comic Shop heedless of the dangers that lurk down the street, far away from the safety of the old people’s home. If I survive I will blog about this tomorrow. iknow it’s a long time to wait, but until then happy living!

-Wise Troll

Games-Workshop Is On The Move!

exploits of a headlesself — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 16:36:35 +0000

Headless Elf here… So, the Troll beat me to it for first post of April but here I am to hold my own! I’m going to be talking about a very nice little product that I picked up last Monday for just under $10. Games-Workshop makes a series of textured, Movement Trays in all sizes. But this little packet topped all of them! Games-Workshop’s Modular Movement Tray kit is truly awesome! In the kit you get 2 sheets of plastic, with a slightly inlaid grid imposed on each side (20mm and 25mm). You also get 4 sets of corners and 24 strips of siding. If you have the right tools (pliers, modeling tools…) the plastic is easily snipped and filed into the right shape. Say your making a tray for a unit of 12 Glade Guard. Lightly score along the 20mm side two squares in and bend gently back and forth a few times the plastic will break easily. Score again six squares down and repeat. You now have a 2 square by 6 square Glade Guard movement tray. Glue two corner pieces to the two front corners. Measure the space in between and cut a length of Siding and glue it in place. You can also cut sidepieces and attach them. Afterwards paint it and/or flock it up and there you have it…

All in all the kit makes up to 8 Trays, defiantly enough for most 2000 point Armys.

That’s all for now… Headless Elf departing!