tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post4018565802019126353..comments2024-02-01T14:26:52.066-05:00Comments on Sitrep: Take the BattleDice Challenge!Chris Doaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-65748400550780498362014-12-22T19:39:57.879-05:002014-12-22T19:39:57.879-05:00We definitely need dice for the US army.
The easie...We definitely need dice for the US army.<br />The easiest choice would be for either the 1st US infantry Division with the collar patch of "The Big Red One" logo on the side of the die with one pip. You could do the same for the 1st Armored Division.<br />Which patches were the coolest--in my opinion--the 2nd US Infantry Division would look sharp. <br />Airborne units--101st or 82nd would look good as well.Toozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14407272190151790457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-73930206943935388592014-07-29T22:44:39.752-04:002014-07-29T22:44:39.752-04:00@ Andy,
Cool idea. Will make some enquiries and s...@ Andy,<br /><br />Cool idea. Will make some enquiries and see what we can come up with.<br /><br />I would like to see a pair of 3D, precision, ball-cornered white and coloured dice that can be customized according to user preferences. Sound effects to represent dice tumbling in a glass or dice tower could be toggled on or off.<br /><br />We could start with a free pair with symbols on the aces, as well as ROF symbols on the deuce and trey of the coloured die. Other designs and specialty dice could be added later.<br /><br />@ Jason,<br /><br />Incredibly original idea. Will need to give this some thought. Coming up with a design that is recognizable at scale will be tricky. But I think it is worth a try.<br /><br />Thanks for the suggestions guys, and good luck in the contest!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-42845637207225806872014-07-29T19:28:57.332-04:002014-07-29T19:28:57.332-04:00My dice suggestion:
a) Dice to commemorate the U...My dice suggestion:<br /><br />a) Dice to commemorate the Unknown Soldier. Many nations recognize the Unknown Soldier in one form or another so I think it is familiar to many people. It also gives us an opportunity to remember that we can enjoy this game only because others before us "played" it for real.<br /><br />b) Jason Francis<br /><br />c) Japan Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12436566062481424825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-56673762133568051592014-07-29T16:31:37.953-04:002014-07-29T16:31:37.953-04:00Officializing my entry:
1) An electronic dice app...Officializing my entry:<br /><br />1) An electronic dice app for the iPhone<br />2) Andy Beaton<br />3) CanadaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12069386017151012069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-50786699778090997062014-07-24T13:07:02.723-04:002014-07-24T13:07:02.723-04:00Thanks for the suggestions John.
I think that dic...Thanks for the suggestions John.<br /><br />I think that dice designed to be used with HASL modules have the best hance of being produced first. Dice for Stalingrad, for example, are bound to get a lot of use. In the same way, a pair of 16mm dice to represent 1st Canadian Infantry Division would be a good complement to a Ortona HASL. That said, some designs lend themselves better to the tiny canvas of a die, even a 16mm die. I cannot say how popular HOB's forthcoming HASL on Imphal-Kohima will be, but it would certainly provide a good opportunity to look at some designs for the Indian divisions involved.Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-9542431293761266452014-07-24T07:20:59.786-04:002014-07-24T07:20:59.786-04:00Hi Chris,
I'm a big fan of 16mm dice. Maybe it...Hi Chris,<br />I'm a big fan of 16mm dice. Maybe it's my age!<br /><br />I'd love to see some Canadian divisional dice although these markings may be pretty bland. Rather than ANZAC, what about pairing the 2 NZ division with the 6 SA armoured division and doing a set of Australian divisions, Pacific and North Africa? Other possibilities could be the Warsaw Uprising, partisans, Ortona (if the module ever comes out), jungle themes, Indian divisions (both North Africa and Burma) and Battle for Berlin.<br /><br />Keep up the exciting work!<br /><br />John Carrington<br />Thornhill, CanadaJohn Carringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12727809795542001729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-7027154096990387772014-07-15T11:48:59.280-04:002014-07-15T11:48:59.280-04:00Hey Milton,
Thanks for joining Sitrep. Yes, the 8...Hey Milton,<br /><br />Thanks for joining Sitrep. Yes, the 82nd and 101st are no-brainers. No idea when the MMP HASL will be out. But we may have something for the 101st by this time next year. <br /><br />Good luck in the raffle!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-8089091636618490512014-07-15T11:39:54.669-04:002014-07-15T11:39:54.669-04:00 a) I suggest division die for the US airborne div... a) I suggest division die for the US airborne divisions (82, 101). Given the popularity of Band of Brothers and the upcoming Normandie airborne HASL from MMP this sounds like a no brainer.<br /><br /> b) Milton Soong<br /> c) USAMsoonghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10008303275708741187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-28035079324274533902014-07-09T14:38:58.661-04:002014-07-09T14:38:58.661-04:00Good day Ken,
Thanks for the feedback. It is not ...Good day Ken,<br /><br />Thanks for the feedback. It is not too late to enter the contest. It closes on 31 July. Not sure why you are having trouble with your avatar. I see that you have joined Sitrep as a Squad Leader. Perhaps someone can chime in re the avatar hiccup.<br /><br />Regarding the balance of our custom dice, each face is equalled weighted before any foil is applied. The absence of a pip on one or more faces has no bearing on the weight of a particular face. This is because the epoxy used for the pips is the same weight/density as the cellulose acetate of the die. The foil weighs almost nothing in comparison, certainly nothing that would effect a typical die roll. The foil is ultra thin and has no measurable impact on balance. I can say this with some assurance because many custom craps dice also feature foil monograms. Casinos are extremely demanding when it comes to the balance of a die. (I believe that each die is usually tested for balance before release on the game floor.)<br /><br />There is, however, a psychological factor, especially in ASL, in seeing the monogram on the ace. One tends to recall the monogram more than a one-pip. This creates a feeling among some that our dice produce more low results than one might expect in a normal distribution. One of our customers tested about 30-40 of our dice. Interestingly, the ones that "failed" the most were precision backgammon dice without any foil monograms. In fact, only one in 30 or so of the monogrammed dice rolled outside the norm. That said, he recommended that players test all of their dice, precision or otherwise. <br /><br />Mark Pitcavage conducted a similar test and posted his results on his Desperation Morale blog.<br /><br />http://desperationmorale.blogspot.ca/2012/01/balance-testing-battleschool-precision.html#more<br /><br />At bottom, ASL is a game. We play for fun. I played ASL (and SL before that) for decades using the dice that came in the box. I don't think that I have had a whole lot more fun because I switched to precision dice. Still, I would like to think that custom precision dice add some entertainment value, and some added peace of mind to my game these days. Nevertheless, I don't think that I would quit playing ASL just because precision dice were no longer available. Dice are an accessory, not the game. But I am pleased to hear that you like them.<br /><br />Good luck with your avatar.Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-38885840000120839622014-07-09T11:37:41.421-04:002014-07-09T11:37:41.421-04:00I think I'm too late, but I'll try anyway....I think I'm too late, but I'll try anyway... I really don't care one way or the other for the 14 vs 16mm dice. Once concern I've hear raised it that the dice are not balance correctly because the on the one side skews the rolls to favor that (meaning more 1's). I would imagine this was accounted for considering these are 'precision dice' am I right? In any case, they all look amazing.<br /><br />Also, all my images are getting rejected for my 'avatar'? Is there some trick to this? <br /><br />Ken KnottJavaslingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04056592091655386006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-12118441910528811722014-07-05T08:49:36.062-04:002014-07-05T08:49:36.062-04:00Thanks John. As I write, the demand for 14mm and 1...Thanks John. As I write, the demand for 14mm and 16mm dice with divisional symbols is neck and neck. Airforce roundels are pretty basic. But to get the best detail on a red kangaroo inside a blue ring, for example, we would need to use the largest die possible. <br /><br />We are working on a 16mm HASL pair for October. The white die will feature the same, albeit larger, roundel found on the 12.5mm British die. If players are happy with it, we can look at doing a similar die for Australia (although we were considering using some sort of "digger" image for the white die). An Aussie pair with a post-war roundel would also work for any future Korean War scenarios starring the men from down under. :) But our main concern is to show enough detail to make the design worthwhile.<br /><br />As for the 14mm vs 16mm divide, we really more votes in order to assess where demand truly lies. Should the 14mm crowd win out, we will still continue to produce 16mm national pairs and HASL dice. However, formation (brigade/division/corps/army) symbols would be largely reserved for 14mm (HASL dice excepted).Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-12328238524564731272014-07-05T06:14:21.065-04:002014-07-05T06:14:21.065-04:00Chris, yes I guess so. I think it would give more ...Chris, yes I guess so. I think it would give more possibilities. Personally I prefer the larger dice so 16mm size. John HUMPHREYS.John Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04571866532869199222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-65722326347911766442014-07-04T09:51:18.544-04:002014-07-04T09:51:18.544-04:00Thanks for the suggestion John.
Was size of die a...Thanks for the suggestion John.<br /><br />Was size of die are you looking at? Are you suggesting we use post-1945 airforce symbols such as the 'roo, kiwi, springbok, etc. roundels?Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-65043601596213213962014-07-04T06:47:16.152-04:002014-07-04T06:47:16.152-04:00Maybe an airforce series on based flags/symbols b...Maybe an airforce series on based flags/symbols by country. <br /><br />Many of the symbols could be suitable for dice.<br /><br />What do you think?<br /><br />You could extend it to army or navy if it was popular.<br /><br />John HumphreysJohn Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04571866532869199222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-58270866223233473482014-07-02T19:17:10.581-04:002014-07-02T19:17:10.581-04:00@ the down-east dude :)
Thanks for the well wishe...@ the down-east dude :)<br /><br />Thanks for the well wishes. You are the first to express interest in the evil NKVD and LSSAH. The symbol for the later in a piece of cake. The NKVD requires more work, but is also a more interesting design. The Spanish Civil War has a lot of scope. We just need more scenarios that include different factions, not unlike the multitude of players in the Russian Civil War.<br /><br />@ FJ<br /><br />Based on the feedback so far, two 12.5mm SCW dice are coming to a game room near you. :)<br /><br />@ Gordon,<br /><br />Okay, more 12.5mm dice just for you. We wouldn't want larger dice to prevent you from attending ASLOk again. :D<br /><br />Thanks for the kind words. You hit the nail on the head with your comment about Crossing the Moro. I have an idea for some dice that will complement a future Tactical Mission from Lone Canuck. I am certain that the dice will find favour, even among the 12.5mm crowd.<br /><br />Good luck in the draw gents!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-74708781430905763172014-07-02T02:01:30.603-04:002014-07-02T02:01:30.603-04:00Hi Chris,
As you know I like all your dice :) The...Hi Chris,<br /><br />As you know I like all your dice :) The 12.5 are my preference at the moment, simply because I can fit more of them in my travelling kit! <br /><br />As for new products - I like the idea of unit/divisional dice, so for instance, with the release of Crossing the Moro, a Canadian one with the PPCLI insignia and appropriate German one.<br /><br />Keep up the good work!<br /><br />Gordon Jupp<br />UKAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09252095298714391797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-35762259370061078802014-07-01T18:09:48.082-04:002014-07-01T18:09:48.082-04:00Hi Chris,
A 12.5 SCW dice series should be great....Hi Chris,<br /><br />A 12.5 SCW dice series should be great. IMHO better than only two dice with all their respective design on them :-)<br /><br />And the two dice you propose for starting the series are ok with me :-) <br /><br />Fernando G. Maniega<br /><br />Spain.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04845922281277637023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-9692545530999234152014-07-01T17:35:57.869-04:002014-07-01T17:35:57.869-04:00I like the ideas of the weird and wonderful factio...I like the ideas of the weird and wonderful factions<br /><br />Like the spanish civil war etc or the scenario pack ones ( NKVD leibstandarte ....)<br /><br />best of luck and happy anniversarydude163https://www.blogger.com/profile/09415315008061755098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-34967389349775747312014-07-01T16:26:43.299-04:002014-07-01T16:26:43.299-04:00Hey Steve,
I will give you an "A" for o...Hey Steve,<br /><br />I will give you an "A" for originality. :)<br /><br />Good luck in the draw!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-79186913246900950002014-07-01T15:24:53.715-04:002014-07-01T15:24:53.715-04:00Hi Chris and Helen
Steve Slunt from Canada Here (...Hi Chris and Helen<br /><br />Steve Slunt from Canada Here (again)<br /><br />How about a squad's smoke exponent diceAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15236340885611298603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-15867464377332661222014-07-01T14:47:55.787-04:002014-07-01T14:47:55.787-04:00Thanks for the feedback Alan,
A 12.5mm die is mor...Thanks for the feedback Alan,<br /><br />A 12.5mm die is more likely (with the modified fasces symbol) at the moment. But will keep your suggestion in mind.<br /><br />Good luck in the draw!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-13983877259387375082014-07-01T13:58:22.875-04:002014-07-01T13:58:22.875-04:00HI,
This is ALan Hume in Edinburgh, Scotland
...HI,<br /> This is ALan Hume in Edinburgh, Scotland<br /><br />I would like to see some Post 1943 <br />RSI (AXIS) Italian dice please, especially if you can do them in 16mm the RSI flag with the eagle on it looks great and could well be used I thinkAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00542694063307797565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-83659858062825306412014-06-28T20:15:53.486-04:002014-06-28T20:15:53.486-04:00Hey Fernando Javier,
I agree, nacionales is best....Hey Fernando Javier,<br /><br />I agree, nacionales is best. :)<br /><br />Thanks for the tip re the Lauburu. That is a very interesting cross. If we made only 12.5mm dice for the SCW, we could make one just for the Basques. I think it is very difficult to put more than one design on any die.<br /><br />Most scenarios published to date seem to feature the International Brigades. What would you think if we started with a 12.5mm die with the San Andreas Cross, and another die with the Popular Front's three-pointed star for the International Brigades? Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-58464833009594548102014-06-28T18:43:36.924-04:002014-06-28T18:43:36.924-04:00Hi Chris,
I’ve been rereading the emails we excha...Hi Chris,<br /><br />I’ve been rereading the emails we exchanged in 2012 about SCW dice. I reaffirm my conclusion that the National (IMHO 'National' is better than 'Nationalist' if you refer to the Franquist side) die was perfect, because it included all factions:<br /><br />- San Andres Cross, representing the National Army.<br /><br />- Yoke & Arrows, Falange Espanola’s symbol.<br /><br />- Cross of Burgundy, representing Requete/Carlist units.<br /><br />- Fasces, representing Italian CTV.<br /><br />- German Cross of Iron, representing the Kondor Legion.<br /><br />The Republican die was ok, but I thought (and think) that it should be a better idea to include the following symbols:<br /><br />- Five Pointed Red Star, representing the Republican Popular Army.<br /><br />- Hammer & Sickle, representing Communists and Socialists parties and trade unions.<br /><br />- The Circle-A, for the Anarchists.<br /><br />- Three pointed star, representing International Brigades.<br /><br />- Lauburu or Basque cross, representing Basque Nationalists.<br /><br />Just my two cents (of Euro).<br /><br />Fernando.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04845922281277637023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1421727884790275990.post-5400234783880739912014-06-28T18:14:40.104-04:002014-06-28T18:14:40.104-04:00Thanks for the wealth of ideas Brian.
A bunch of ...Thanks for the wealth of ideas Brian.<br /><br />A bunch of those are already on our list of possibles. The divisional dice would work well with a common die. This would reduce costs and allow more divisions to be done.<br /><br />We have thought some about the ACW. Lots of potential, but even two pairs representing the Union and the Confederacy could be used with many different games, although the question becomes whether to put the designs on the one- or the six-spots.<br /><br />Good luck in the contest!Chris Doaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06965145023794602433noreply@blogger.com