[Deptheads] Marketing email, first round

[Eric Burgess]

I think we should break out a Guest of Honor/Special Guests section and list
Bruno, Roger and Justin with one sentence bios.

...ERB
www.boardgamebabylon.com
www.strategicon.net


On Sun, Jan 9, 2011 at 6:17 PM, Eric M. Aldrich I
<ealdrich at penguinlust.org>wrote:

> This is what we've got so far. If you see anything that needs fixing or has
> to be added, let me know -- this is going out tonight.
>
> Eric
>
> ---
>
> That’s right a new year brings you a new opportunity to roll the dice with
> Strategicon.
>
> First off let’s talk about the basics – here are the “W’s” you have to know
> about Orccon 2011 right away.
>
> Who: You and over 1000 of your old and new friends!
> What: It is time to Pre-Register and get your hotel – go to
> www.strategicion.net to sign up and get hotel information.
> When: Friday February 18 (Noon) through Monday February 21 (6 PM).
> Why: For the Fun! Read the rest of the email to find out more about this
> Orccon.
> Where: The Sheraton Gateway – 6101 West Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
>
> Our Guests of Honor at this convention are Rodger B. MacGowan and Bruno
> Faidutti. We hope that you are as excited as we are that they will be at
> Orccon 2011!! Scheduling information on events related to both of them to go
> up on our site soon.
>
> DungeonMaster is returning to Strategicon for the first time in years! If
> you have never had the chance to get involved in this unique experience then
> you won’t want to miss it. Between those who have been before and those who
> want to learn about it we expect a full house. Be sure to pre-register so
> you can be sure to get a seat.
>
> Our roleplaying department will have an incredible lineup of games. The
> Happy Jacks RPG podcast crew will be returning to run games and record a
> podcast in front of a live audience.
>
> So far there are 20 different roleplaying systems (with more to come!)
> scheduled to be run at Orccon 2011 and over 150 individual RPG events are
> expected.
>
> Come and learn that system that you have always wanted to try.
> Demonstrations of GammaWorld character creation and combat will be available
> throughout the weekend.Almost all events welcome beginners, so don't be
> afraid to try something new.
>
> One of our more popular traditions continues again this year, that’s right
> Broadside Bash returns to Strategicion. Even if you have never played be
> sure to stop by, ask questions and see the spectacle. Truly an event you
> don’t want to miss. This year Warhammer Fantasy Battles, Warhammer 40,000
> and War of The Ring are on the docket. Go to http://www.broadsidebash.comfor more information.
>
> What exciting Magic the Gathering events await you Magic Players out
> there?! This is one of our secrets for now but I will just say that you will
> be excited and pleased to join us for a weekend full of Magic once again
>
> Another guest we are happy to have is Justin Gary one of the designers of
> Ascension will be at our convention all weekend.
>
> One of the special events that we are very pleased to tell you about is our
> Naruto Chunin Charity Event. This is to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation
> for Pancreatic Research. Good Game + Good Cause = Good Fun for all!
>
> Instead of writing page after page at this point, we will just encourage
> you to go to www.strategicon.net and find out more of what is going on at
> this convention. Make sure to pre-register and don’t forget to reserve your
> room – the room registration deadline will NOT be extended as it's NBA
> All-Star weekend in Los Angeles (and there's a good chance the hotel will
> sell out).
>
>
>
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