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The Loss of a Dear Friend
It is with an immeasurable amount of sadness that we share the news that AdeptiCon has lost a treasured partner, the miniatures painting hobby has lost a powerful advocate, and many of us have lost a dear friend. Cathy Wappel has lost her valiant battle against cancer, and we have all lost a cherished member of our community.
Cathy was a rare soul, as anyone who ever met her could confirm. She could be whimsical and sincere at the same time. She always had time for other people, moving from one conversation to another at AdeptiCon, freely and happily sharing her talent and knowledge of the hobby. You might even catch a glimpse of her “Mini Cathy” miniature, probably one of the most photographed models at the con. Stationed at the iconic ‘Fort Wappel’, she would spend hours engaged with painters, both novice and veterans alike. She did it because, like her husband Jim, she loved doing it.
And while it’s very hard to describe just how much Cathy will be missed, it’s important that we celebrate her and the time she generously shared with us. We will remember Cathy as she was, with a perpetual smile, Ugly Doll in tow, talking about painting or planning the next Karaoke session. AdeptiCon won’t be the same.
Please keep her devoted husband, James, in your thoughts right now. If Jim provides us with any additional information he’d like us to share, we’ll let you know right away.
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My very first Adepticon, when I had unpainted models the night before the 40K Friendly, Cathy joined the crew of people who were helping me slap paint on models at a coffee table in the hotel lobby. I had no idea who she was, just that she was Cathy and she was a ton of fun. The banner bearer that she painted for me sits on my desk to this day.
Beautifully written. Hugs to all who knew her. She was one of the best of us. Gone way too soon.
She was a lovely person and I’m happy to have known her. Cancer SUCKS! Big hugs to Jim and the gaming community.
My condolences to James Wappel and his loved ones, I’ve only known them for such a short period of time but they were so welcoming and kind.
Cathy you will be missed greatly, your joyful heart and your infectious personality were so very special. I will miss sharing somma Girl Scout cookies with you 💕
This is so incredibly sad. Cathy was a positive force in the community and I loved the energy she brought and passion for painting. She will be missed
I'm so sad to hear this. I always love to seeing her at the con every year, since like the Westin days. I didn't actually know her, only spoke to her a handful of times and mostly just a compliment her amazing hair. She was always so sweet.
I remember talking to her for the first time during one of my early Adepticon years. She will be sorely missed. Prayers and hugs to all who knew her
Oh no!! I’m wearing my Ft Wappel t-shirt today as I discover this news. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. Our many condolences to Jim and the rest of the fam.
Thanks so much for everything you did to help us. It meant everything, as it allowed us to continue the fight
This is a sad day. She was always kind, fun, and sharp whenever I met her. My sympathies to James.
She was a luminous being… Kind and wonderful. So sad
Cathy was always kind to me when we would meet up at a tournament or other event. I played quite a few games with her. I sent up a prayer when I heard this early this morning. Rest in Peace dear friend.
Taking her class at this last adepticon was very heartfelt. The fact that she managed to commit to teaching complete strangers while in such pain is a testament to her soul. It was an honor to meet her as well learn from her.
I met Jim at Adepticon 2019. What an amazing person and artist. I am so sorry for your loss, Jim.
A loss for the family and the community. Condolences from our family. My kids and I have always have enjoyed Fort Wappel. A very sad day. 😢
Cancer is terrible. We carry those we lose in our hearts. May her memory be a blessing. <3
She was a joyful, infectious personality. The Ft Wappel family may have lost one of their own (Cancer sucks) but we gained much by her presence, guidance and support for our hobby and Art
We would get together for dinner at Adepticon. I will miss her dearly.
Sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss
Nooooooo. amazingly talented woman. There are so few females as it is but for a light that shined so bright to be gone is just awful. Sending so much love to her family 💓
Such a sad loss of such a wonderful human.
So sorry to hear. I hope her memory will bring those who met her comfort. And I hope that this testament from all who have written about her, and their memories of her, and her impact on our hobby, will bring some peace to Jim.
Sorry for your loss
'WARZONE Eternal' Now on Kickstarter
Our friends over at Res Nova Games have launched 'WARZONE Eternal' on Kickstarter and have already surpassed their original goal. Don't miss out on what looks to be an exciting project!
"THE WORLDS OF OUR SOLAR SYSTEM RING WITH CONFLICT. The rival megacorporations - Bauhaus, Capitol, Cybertronic, Imperial, and Mishima - engaged in an endless jockeying for power and territory, send their bravest and best to war in a futile effort to improve the bottom line, all while the true threat to all of humanity grows in power. Emerging from dark citadels sprouting across all of the inner planets, from the caverns of Mercury to the fertile lands of Mars, the extra-dimensional forces of the Dark Legion scour the planets, their military might lead by Algeroth, the Apostle of War. Only the Brotherhood, the holy order of the Light, can muster humanity's last stand."
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An officially-licensed skirmish miniatures game set in the techno-fantasy Mutant Chronicles universe.
Keep up on all the announcements from Warhammer Fest 2023!
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Warhammer Fest 2023 – Every Reveal in One Place - Warhammer Community
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See every announcement from the three-day event.
CATALYST GAME LABS ANNOUNCES DEDICATED BOARD GAME
DIVISION
Our friends at Catalyst Games have an announcement about an exciting new venture...
In addition to their seminal BattleTech and Shadowrun games–along with Leviathans: The Great War–Catalyst has published several great board games over the years, such as The Duke,
Crossfire and Dragonfire. To expand upon those successes Catalyst is forming a dedicated board game division. Those games will be joined by other best-selling, previously acquired games, including Element from Rather Dashing Games and Kittens in a Blender from Redshift Games, to now fall under this new division.
On May 23, 2023, the Kickstarter for Overlords: In Training will launch: a fun and fast card game where you take on the roles of overlords in training, each trying to impress the Boss enough to survive a battle royale.
Find out more information at the home page below:
www.thedoodlerealms.com
Kickstarter link below:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/catalystboardgames/249810388/
thought this was a meme of most peoples 3 year olds
Our friends from Star Reach Games have achieved lift off! "Cysmic" is now LIVE on Kickstarter!
Inspired by classic disaster movies, Cysmic’s three-step turn sequence, evolving dual-layer game board, and 200+ miniatures make for an action-packed, easy-to-learn experience with major cinematic table presence.
Will you be the first to build your modular Colony Ship and live to fight another day? Learn more & pledge below!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/starreachgames/cysmic-a-race-for-survival-during-seismic-armageddon?...
Gave it a follow. Will give it a look before it closes.
François Pellerin
Terrence Miltner Remember at Adepticon when we were eating in that one hall on Saturday night? That looks a lot like that game those guys next to us were playing. They were having a blast.
Kyle Przelenski is this the game you were talking about on counter charge?
AdeptiCon was proud to play host to this incredible project, which supported a cause very near and dear to our hearts. The final model is nothing short of a masterpiece, a brilliant display of talent.
Thanks to all the participants and the sponsors.
There are only 10 days left to purchase tickets, so don't miss a chance to win this stunning Primarch, the Master of Change, and beloved of Tzeentch!
AdeptiCon 2023 Historicals Retrospective
AdeptiCon 2023 Historicals Retrospective
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By Michael “ACON” Rafferty AdeptiCon 2023 is in the books! AdeptiCon 2023 was held March 22nd – 26th in Schaumburg, IL. This year we had over 6,500 badged attendees, which is the larges…Spent most of the event at the Hyatt and was so glad to see Sherwood Wargames there. Dropped over a Hundo and got stuff not available in my local area! Kudos to Sherwood and Warlord For being there for us!!!
" Out of Y amount of seats at event games, we had X register. That’s Z%, which is fantastic." is that supposed to have metrics plugged in?
I spy a Robert Elmer
AdeptiCon 2023 Wrap Up with the Phyrix guys.
ive only been to a couple of adepticons. each time they were sold out of those nifty hoodies(in my size). is there an online store where they'll be restocked, or is it a get one while you can deal at the convention?
