Firelock has launched three new bundles for Blood & Plunder, targeting players of all experience levels. This article features sample Force Lists built from each box.
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Historicon 2026 – Tournament Recap
The end of July means that another Historicon has come and gone.Landing on the 250th anniversary of the USA, this Historicon was bound to be "a big deal." Royalist Red and Patriot Blue commemorative tees were available from registration to be worn with pride.This year also marked Blood & Plunder's 10th year, and the 9th … Continue reading Historicon 2026 – Tournament Recap
Raid! – Historicon ’26 1st Place List
This year at Historicon 2026, returning champ Howard brought a very effective Iroquois list to the table and went 3-0 to take first-place. He's graciously shared his list and some thoughts on how he built it. If you'd like to read a recap of the full event, you can also find that here at DMC. … Continue reading Raid! – Historicon ’26 1st Place List
Cutlass Metrics – Optimization Calculator
"Points per Hit" calculators for Small-Arms, Great Guns, and Melee attacks. Designed to assist players in optimizing their 'Blood & Plunder' forces and understanding game's underlying mathematics.
Action Economy Pt.1 – Action Maps
Action Economy is a phrase that we hear a lot as gamers, but one that is less often defined. If pressed to explain how we should evaluate action economy, most players would probably say:"We spend Points, to gain Actions"By that logic, upgrading from Trained to Veteran should give us more actions. Last week, I demonstrated … Continue reading Action Economy Pt.1 – Action Maps
HMGS 2026 Land Tournament Pack
After Fall-In, the holiday season means that Cold Wars comes quick, and with the 2026 convention season beating down the door, it's time to present the Tournament Packet that will be used for any DMC-hosted Blood & Plunder tournament this year. I strongly urge you to read through this packet - at least at the … Continue reading HMGS 2026 Land Tournament Pack
Historical Scenario: the Last Gentleman Pirate, 1718
The Summer of Plunder is upon us; that annual circus of chaos and gaming glory. This year my focus is staying local, running a series of scenario games at my friendly gaming spot - Lazarus Games, in Harrisburg, PA.I plan to make those scenarios available here on the blog, for those who would like to … Continue reading Historical Scenario: the Last Gentleman Pirate, 1718
Faction in Review: Miskito Zambo
I don't like to review factions that I don't have experience with; and I rarely play Plunder on Land, except for tournaments. I have played few Land games since the Red For Reformado list won at Historicon '24, but I determined that my next competitive force would be something different. With the latest errata on … Continue reading Faction in Review: Miskito Zambo
A Horse of Another Color
Painting horses is one of those things that we just do, as wargamers. It's a strange thing too, because while we're normally willing to make the effort to find reference images of uniforms, we don't extend the same consideration to horses. White horse, black horse, brown horse, some complimentary colors, and that's enough to get … Continue reading A Horse of Another Color
No Prey, No Pay – Plunder at Historicon
It's July of 2024, and Historicon has come and gone. Called by some "the premier convention for Historical Wargaming in North America," Historicon is a sleepy convention of roughly 2500 attendees, held every year in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The heart of "Amish Country" - where history lives. Pepperidge Farms Remembers If I seem bitter, it's only … Continue reading No Prey, No Pay – Plunder at Historicon