Originally Posted by
7eat51
Hey Folks, thanks for the input. If I am looking at 8-12 players for 6+ hours, it would have to be a day set for such an event in which I advertise/recruit a month or two in advance. This is quite possible, I believe. I have recently been introduced to a central Illinois war-game group that plays different historical minis, and there are folks who meet for Illinois/Wisconsin WoG scrambles, some of whom are awaiting SoG. If I bill a day's event where people understand upfront what the day would entail, and we have plans for lunch, etc., I believe I could secure the numbers. I seriously doubt I could arrange such an event for a local con, though - most of what I have seen has a fantasy element.
I think I will shoot for a day in the spring, and Jim, we could look at Rockford. This will give folks time to get the game and play for awhile. I imagine by spring, there would be many of us who would like to try a large-scale battle, given that most of us will only have done small scale engagements before then, at least with SoG. Erin, I like the timed regiment suggestions. If it becomes apparent that SoG is too cumbersome for a large-scale event, I am very open to exploring a different system, such as David's; in fact, I am open to trying different systems, regardless.
Some of you have responded, also, to previous requests for GM advice or sharing of your experience. It is reassuring to have such a community to tap into, and not to have be the sole font of wisdom. I truly appreciate your help.