It's only a couple of weekends away!
The plan is as follows:
Friday (if you're in the area):
c 1530: arrive at the Hall, collect the keys, remind ourselves of the security systems.
c1600 -1800: set up as much of the terrain as we can, set out forces and supports on the end cupboards
say 1930 onwards: Gather at the Royal for carefully paced consumption of beer
Saturday
0930 for 1000 start: arrive at hall
1000 - 1100: finish setting up, allocate remaining players to forces, councils of war - players decided who will attempt to carry out which mission (and with which support choices)
Players will be in one of two roles. Force commanders will be responsible for carrying out orders provided by their faction's non-player leader (e.g. their factor or the king of the Woebetideus). Other players will help to run a Force but will also be responsible for the actions of a non-commander character (NCC). Each NCC has an objective of their own that they will be expected to fulfil whilst also helping their Force to succeed.
1100-1700-ish: play the game, please bring packed lunches to keep you going. Cakes gratefully received! Richard will provide tea and coffee making stuff.
c1930: back to the Royal, more beer, pies.
Sunday
1000: gather at the hall revised briefing from umpire if required.
1230: to the Royal for lunch (optional; if anyone would rather stay at the hall they can)
c 1530: wind up and pack away.
Really looking forward to seeing you there. If you're not currently signed up, please don't hesitate to contact me; we can still accommodate more players!