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August 29 - September 1, 2019
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy Arlington, VA 22202
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April 15, 2019: Year 10; Edition 8
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Hello, All ~
It's the middle of April, and the NOVA Open is barreling along straight toward its 10th Anniversary. Make sure you check out the many events and side-events still remaining for purchase - even if you're wait listed, there's plenty more to do!
We all know this will be the 10th Anniversary for many of our events (such as the Warhammer games), but allow me to turn your focus to the introduction of some of the games occurring for the
FIRST TIME
at NOVA Open 2019! This includes our first-ever organized Role Playing Game, as a Dungeons and Dragons event is coming to the Foundation Lounge! Read more about that in the newsletter below. That's not all we'll see and experience for the first time at the NOVA Open's 10th Anniversary, though. Other new game systems include:
- Adeptus Titanicus set within the Horus Heresy events
- Warhammer Champions, the Card Game in its First Ever U.S. Championship Tournament
- KeyForge tournaments and sealed deck events
- GodTear events and activities
There are many first-year seminars, as well - and some with incredibly talented first-time instructors - along with new organized events in returning game systems. This is all to say that, while our tried and true returners like the Warhammer 40,000 GT and X-Wing Championships, are sold out or well on their way, there's more than ever before to dip your toes into at the NOVA Open this year, and we hope you do!
If you're in the DC area (or new to the DC-MD-VA region and haven't let us know yet), please consider e-mailing
customerservice@novaopen.com
to volunteer. The NOVA Open is run entirely by volunteers to date, and we're always in need of more people to continue carrying the banner. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to contribute to important charitable causes and help run one of the most amazing gaming events in the world, but it also provides the opportunity to meet tons of fellow gamers and hobbyists. Our volunteers get together for formal and informal activities throughout the year, ranging from regular hobby and terrain days to routine gaming nights and happy hours. Join our growing community!
Until May,
Mike Brandt, NOVA Open CEO
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NOVA Open TERRAIN TEAM
TAKES on THEME TABLES
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Our next build is this upcoming Saturday, APRIL 20: 9am - 4pm, Lorton, VA. You're invited! More details at bottom of this newsletter.
We are VERY EXCITED to have our First-Ever Theme Table Event planned. We'll form teams in the morning and undertake six separate themes for our Legion events ~ each team will produce three tables in one theme.
What's a "theme?" Think Star Wars! We'll construct tables for Tattoine, Endor, Mustafar, Hoth, Naboo, and Dagobah.
Don't play Legion? Don't know Star Wars? Yeah, right! Doesn't matter. Bring your creative juices and let's have a NOVA Open style Kick B*** Amazing day! Weather permitting, we'll break out the grill.
If we don't finish, plan to return to ice those theme cakes on April 27.
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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
FIRST TIME EVER - RPG EVENT AT NOVA OPEN
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Get ready and excited for one of the most unique ways to enjoy Dungeons & Dragons in the DC area. Register today to enjoy this Epic Adventure, set in the famous Foundation Lounge, located in the rooftop venue of Hyatt Regency Crystal City! Players will have with ready access to the Charity Bar and breathtaking views of the DC Skyline while joining dozens of fellow players in this Dungeons & Dragons special - at the NOVA Open's first organized role playing event!
The event track can be seen in detail at the NOVA Open webstore (
http://novaopenstore.com/Home/EventContainer/46), with event descriptions and schedule details. Epic Mulmaster Undone is being offered with two tiers. It will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2019, from 11am-3pm - comfortable late morning start times and wrap-up during the mid-afternoon. The $20 buy-in includes a $5 drink token that can be used in the Lounge during the event.
Little Known Fact: NOVA Open's founder, Mike Brandt, has never played a "pen and papers" RPG in his life; expect to see him wander by, maybe you can help introduce him to this new first-time experience!
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SAM LENZ
REGISTER FOR HIS INTRO TO PAINTING WORKSHOP
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NOVA Open surveys are filled with glowing praise for this fabulous artist and instructor, Sam Lenz (
Samson Minis). He is also renowned among his fellow artists as many have taken his individual classes to improve their own amazing and endless talents! As humble as he is talented, we enjoyed sitting down to interview him for our 11/15/2018 newsletter. Learn more about this unique and compelling artist
HERE.
We are fortunate to be able to offer our attendees a chance to attend his first 2-1/2 day workshop. Get tickets while they're still available!
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TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR THESE HOT GAMES/EVENTS
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NOVA Open 2019 has over 150 activities scheduled, PLUS 110 Seminars! Nearly 1/3 are sold out; another 1/3 have fewer than 10 seats remaining!
The following Games, Events & Seminars at NOVA Open still have space available. If interested,
CLICK HERE to learn more from, and sign up at, our online store.
GAMES:
AoSKidshammer
40K Trios - Just Expanded!
Underworlds Grand Clash Tournament
Kill Team Pods (Thursday and Friday)
WH Champions (the card game): US Tournament & Side Events
KeyForge Championship & Side Events
X-wing Grand Championship (Heat 1 & 2) & Hunger Game Events
Destiny Grand Championship
L5R Grand Championship
LotR Doubles
Guild Ball and GodTear
Malifaux
Blood Bowl
WM/H
SEMINARS:
Samson & Banshee Pre-Con Workshops
Matt DiPietro
Madeline Cockrell
Games Workshop: Meet the Studio, Developing the Community & Play Testers Panel
Duncan Rhodes: Painting Skin, Basing, Metallics, Edge Highlighting
Meet CK Studios to learn about their work on the NOCF Warlord Titan
Nanavati 40K Tactic Classes
Studios / Airbrushing: CK, Stiff Neck, White Metal Games
Tabletop Minions (Adam Loper), 40K/Wargamer Couple (Ethan & Amanda Voce)
Death Ray Designs, Austin Thompson
MISCELLANEOUS:
National Qualifier - Settlers of Catan
Board Game Tournaments:
- Exit Games on Demand
- King of New York
- Red Dragon Inn
- Scythe
- Shards of Infinity
- Terraforming Mars
- Ticket to Ride
NOVA Open Limited 10th Anniversary "Coat of Arms" Specials :
- German Beer Stein
- Hockey Jersey
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CONVENTION MANAGEMENT / EVENT PLANNING
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE NOW
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NOVA Open extends its sincere appreciation to all those who volunteer in support of NOVA Open and the NOVA Open Charitable Foundation. These two organizations are currently seeking SPRING-SUMMER INTERNS to support their missions.
INTERNSHIPS ARE IMPORTANT POSITIONS
FOR COLLEGE AND WORK APPLICATIONS!
This is a great opportunity for high school seniors, college students and graduates to gain the "experience" every job posting requires. NOVA Open has an 8-year history of providing internships to enhance college and job applications. Most of our interns used their experience with NOVA Open and NOCF to land competitive jobs - and a few have gone on to earn awards and acclaim in their fields.
Internships in the convention and event planning arena are hard to come by, and those with non-profits are very difficult to attain. At NOVA Open, interns do not fetch coffee - in fact, they begin learning and working on day one, assigned tasks and responsibilities which escalate in direct proportion to their growing capabilities. If you have a son or daughter, family member or friend, who may be in need of an internship, send them our way:
internships@novaopen.com
Find out more by clicking on the button below.
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WARHAMMER COMMUNITY
Introduces iServe Pro
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Games Workshop and the Warhammer Community are introducing iServ Pro, "The Warhammer Lifestyle Assistant." The iServ Pro is a 100% ethically sourced* digital assistant solution designed to optimize every aspect of your Warhammer experience. They need your help to make it the best it can possibly be.
The plan is to pre-load the iServ Pro with answers to every conceivable Warhammer hobby question. In an exciting side note, the answers will be voiced by their very own Duncan Rhodes.
CLICK
HERE
TO PARTICIPATE!
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STORE ITEMS for PRE-ORDER
Limited Editions May Sell Out Before Con
Best way to Secure Shirt Sizing is to Pre-Order
Pre-Sales Close on July 1, 2019
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PRE-ORDER - $80
CON PRICING - $90
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PRE-ORDER $22
CON PRICING - $25
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PRE-ORDER $8
CON PRICING - $10
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PRE-ORDER $23
CON PRICING - $25
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PRE-ORDER $25
CON PRICING - $30
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PRE-ORDER $40
CON PRICING - $45
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PRE-ORDER $95
CON PRICING - $25
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WARHAMMER CHAMPIONS
The Card Game Comes to NOVA Open 2019
CASH PRIZES & NOCF SUPPORT!
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Watch this area closely on May 1. We've been told that the Warhammer Champions team is working up some great new plans which include CASH PRIZES! You may want to check your schedule and plan to register early.
Jane will be on hand to inaugurate the Warhammer Champions' 2-Day National Tournament event . . . a first in the US - and it's taking place ahead of NOVA Open at the Hyatt Regency. 64 players will have the chance on Day 1 to qualify for the 32-player finals on Day 2. Click on the link below, visit our online store, and give some serious thought to participating. They will also be hosting multiple smaller events both days.
Show the Love - for the Warhammer Champions' crew which is associated with Games Workshop, to be sure - but also for OUR OWN
NOVA Open Charitable Foundation - the $30 2-day registration fee will be donated!
So, plan to arrive early this year and join in the fun while supporting a great cause!
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SCROLL BACK UP ~ DID YOU MISS IT?
The X-wing Mat Design is Official
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Dylan Davis, a NOVA Open staff member and professional graphic designer, volunteered his mad skills once again to design the NOVA Open's Commemorative 10th Anniversary X-wing mat.
As noted above, these are a pre-sale limited run item. Order yours now for pick up at the convention ($40) or hope we have some left when you arrive ($45). Online sales/reservations end July 1.
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NOCF MENTIONED IN COMMUNITY PODCASTS
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Forge the narrative podcast. Discussion with Carl Tuttle and another discussion with Justin and Caleb (CK Studios)...both discussed the NOCF warlord titan build. Click
HERE to listen.
The Imperial Truth PODCAST - Interview with CK Studios (Caleb and Kat) about their new team (including teaching at NOVA Open) and at the end a discussion on their NOCF Warlord project. Click
HERE to listen.
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The 2019 NOVA Open schedule is posted. Make it a point to check the newsletter and schedule often for additions/changes.
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PRE-CON EVENTS
Sunday - Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday
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MAKE PLANS, GET TICKETS, ARRIVE EARLY!
SUNDAY - TUESDAY EVENTS
WEDNESDAY EVENTS
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2019 NOVA OPEN GAMES & EVENTS
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What game and events are on your NOVA Open radar this year?
Primers can change up until and after registration, and leads are highly responsive to commentary and input.
with your thoughts or questions.
We'll track changes in the newsletter and within each draft primer doc, so you're always aware of any tweaks and updates moving forward.
Click any event title to see the Primer. If your event is not linked here, visit
novaopenstore.com - they will be available for viewing there.
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GAMES WORKSHOP TO HOST PREVIEW EVENT AND OTHER SEMINARS AT NOVA OPEN 2019
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The
Games Workshop Preview Event is Sold Out, but do not hesitate to add your name to the wait list if you'd like to take a shot at joining the Warhammer Studio and Community Team for an exclusive first look at what’s in store for Warhammer fans in 2019.
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2019 from 7:00-8:30 PM at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City. A Convention Access Pass (CAP) or Day Pass is required to attend this exciting Preview Event.
Check out
Games Workshop: Meet the Studio: Join Games Workshop studio head Pete Foley and legendary games designer Jervis Johnson as they explore just how they brought the latest games from the 41st Millennium and the Mortal Realms to life. This is your chance to find out how your favourite games are made. From how new armies are designed, to the thinking behind your favourite codexes and battletomes, there will never be a better time to ask those burning questions you’ve always wanted answers to.
Check out
Games Workshop: Developing the Community: Join the Warhammer Community team as we discuss what it’s like to talk about Warhammer for a living and what you have to look forward to in the coming months. During the presentation, you’ll have the chance to check out the latest community initiatives give us your feedback. Make your voice heard – if you’ve got a great suggestion, we want to hear it, so come along!
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MINIATURE
ART STUDIOS TEACHING
AT NOVA OPEN 2019
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The NOVA Open Tabletop Wargaming Convention and the NOVA Open Charitable Foundation are extremely fortunate to have built wonderful relationships with the key artists and team talents of several miniature art studios over the years. Do not miss a chance to take classes with these amazing instructors. When you do, remember to thank them for the compassion and generosity they bring to the charitable works of our Foundation.
Wes Cogdal, lead designer for SNS, has been attending and sponsoring NOVA Open since 2011. In 2013, when the NOVA Open Charitable Foundation (
NOCF) began, Wes painted one of the original three armies for that year's online raffles:
House of the Silent King. He has been an active contributor to those raffles every year since. It took a while to convince Wes that seminar instruction was a good fit, but we're glad we did. NOVA Open attendees look forward to learning from him more and more each year. Check out the SNS class offerings at
SEMINARS.
Caleb Wissenback, the fearless leader of a talented Band of Talented Artists, cut his instructor chops at NOVA Open 2012. A strong supporter of the Convention, and a contributing member of the
NOCF Artist Consortium, Caleb has become one of the best known instructors around. CK Studios exists because of the combined talents of Caleb and his incredible business partner, Kat Jackson. NOVA Open is thrilled to have four members of the CK Studio team teaching this year: Caleb, Vincent Venturella, Sam Lenz and Justin Keefer. Check out the CK Studio class offerings at
SEMINARS.
Pay special attention to the Friday evening "
MEET CK STUDIOS" seminar, where you'll have a chance to hear their stories and learn about how they brought this year's
NOCF Warlord Titan to life!
Caleb Dillon, of White Metal Games, began attending NOVA Open in 2016. It took him a couple years, but Caleb decided to start the WMG venture into teaching seminars at NOVA Open 2018. The classes were all well received and, once again, our attendees were able to enjoy new instructors sharing great tips and tricks. Caleb and his team are back with fresh ideas. Check out the WMG class offerings at
SEMINARS. Caleb/WMG joined the NOCF Artist Consortium last year, as well - and Caleb has stepped into a lead role for this year's online Raffles.
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NOVA OPEN 2019 SEMINAR INSTRUCTORS
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NOVA Open is honored to announce the return of many renowned artists and instructors to its 10
th
Anniversary Seminar Schedule. We are also pleased to introduce artists and instructors who will be joining NOVA Open for the first time on this special year. The list is long and growing, classes are diverse, and the choices extensive.
Mike Brandt of NOVA Open - hosting a 40K Playtesting & Panel Seminar
Justin Keefer (aka "Keefer of Secrets") of
CK Studios
Joe Kopena, a NOVA Open Lead skilled in 3D Modeling & Printing
Games Workshop, Fantasy Flight Games, Steamforged and Privateer Press will present community seminars with Q&A, as well.
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ARTISTS PREP YOUR BRUSHES!
SEVENTH ANNUAL CAPITAL PALETTE COMPETITION
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The NOVA Open convention invites hobbyists and artists to proudly display their work in Capital Palette, a juried, open-forum award, miniature art competition. A 3-judge panel including; Dave Taylor (Head Judge), Roman Lappat, and Matt DiPietro, will award gold, silver, and bronze accomplishment awards for six (6) categories across three (3) divisions. In an open forum competition, there can be multiple gold, silver, or bronze winners in a category (or no winners), and each submitting artists’ work is individually evaluated and receives the level of award the judges feel their work merits, without regard to the awards given to other pieces in the competition.
Three (3) Divisions were added in 2018, submitting artists can use this format to better judge the progress of their work from show to show, without concerns about what other artists may create.Check the NOVA Open schedule for exact time and location of the Capital Palette Medaling Ceremony, which always takes place on Sunday afternoon.
Additionally, the judging panel (see below) will select one model in each category as the Best in Category winner. One of the Best in Category finalists will be chosen as the overall Best in Show winner. Convention attendees will select a Fan Favorite from among all submissions.
APPRENTICE JUDGE PANEL
Wes Cogdal, David Jenson, Alex Goode
JOURNEYMAN JUDGE PANEL
Dave Taylor, Marc Raley, Jeff Jenkins
MASTERCLASS JUDGE PANEL
Matt DiPietro, Sam Lenz, Caleb Wissenback
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PREPARE FOR THE 2019 TABLETOP OLYMPICS
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The Tabletop Olympics (TTO), which started in 2014, is a free personal achievement and group competition where anyone who attends the NOVA Open can participate. Players accumulate personal "forever achievement points" and can also form groups of 3 to 20 people to compete against other groups. Points can be amassed individually and/or combined with other attendees if individuals band together for group points. In addition to tracking points for teams during NOVA Open 2019, we will also keep track of cumulative points for individuals that accumulate across NOVA Open conventions.
If individuals form groups, they need a Point of Contact (POC/Captain) and a group name. The POC must verify the name is not already taken by registering it with the NOVA Open. POC must also submit/verify list of NOVA Open registered members. We recommend that individuals form groups early; groups can consist of individuals participating in a range of point generating activities..
Groups must email
customerservice@novaopen.com to register groups. Registration for TTO is open through August 15; it is reopened onsite at the NOVA Open registration desk.
In addition to earning points by participating in activities, teams can also earn points through team spirit and good sportsmanship. If a team is witnessed by the NOVA Open Staff supporting their fellow team members in a tournament through cheering or wearing team shirts, they will be awarded bonus points depending how strong their team spirit is. If the NOVA Open Staff witnesses a team member going out of their way to help individuals, they will also be awarded bonus points that is up to the discretion of the staff member.
Winning Group and Winning Individual will have their names permanently emblazoned on the NOVA Open Olympic Torch Trophy. As a participant in the Tabletop Olympics, every individual point earned equals an additional chance of winning a prize in the Final Ceremony Raffles; Check-in required (which adds another entry in your name!) Must be present to win.
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WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS
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At the NOVA Open, we believe when life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade. Therefore, we run the annual Lemonade Raffle - where you can win for losing! In order to be eligible, you must have lost at least one of your tournament games. If you are not playing in a tournament, you are not eligible for the Lemonade Raffle. For every tournament round you lose, your event's Lead will enter your name into our raffle pool. This does not apply to non-tournament pickup games. For example, if you lose one (1) round, you will have one (1) entry in the Lemonade Raffle, if you lose five (5) rounds, you will have five (5) entries in the Lemonade Raffle, and so on. Tournament organizers for your specific game system/s will be responsible for entering your name into the raffle pool.
The Lemonade Raffle occurs Friday through Sunday. There are typically four (4) drawings a day, with 20-30 prizes being given away every three (3) hours or so.Throughout the weekend, over 300 Lemonade Raffle items are awarded with prize values escalating as the convention nears its end on Sunday evening. The NOVA Open staff will attempt to delivery prizes to you, but it never hurts to stop by the Lemonade Raffle desk now and then to see if you're a winner!
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NOVA OPEN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
(NOCF)
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The NOVA Open Charitable Foundation has long been on a mission to create a shorthand NOCF that becomes familiar to tabletop wargamers around the world as "their Foundation." We think we've finally got it!
Please join us in thanking Shane Rozzell, a renowned miniature painter and publisher, who donated his daytime job skills to develop and design this new brand. Shane's company, Robot Pigeon Publishing, is responsible for two miniature magazines:
Figure Painter and
Initiative.
In the coming weeks, we hope to see the full width and breadth of his talent as he and Rick Miller of Steppingstone, LLC, work together to implement their plans for the NOCF website and social media presence.
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NOCF will be running only one international online raffle in 2019 - with nearly 40 items currently slated!
Tickets will go on sale July 1 and end September 1 at 12:00pm EST. Winners will be announced at NOVA Open's final awards ceremony that night.
The NOCF will be undergoing a re-brand and updating its website in the coming weeks. Watch for further reveals here.
When NOVA Open attendees check out of the store during registration, they are invited to consider a donation to NOCF. We are blow away by their generosity, as the two-week total since opening on March 1 is now at $2,300!
The artists involved with our online raffles select the charity their item will support from the top three organizations NOCF has supported since inception in 2013: Doctors Without Borders, Fisher House Foundation and Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
90% of every dollar spent on tickets during the online raffles is donated directly to the named charity; the remaining money covers US and International PayPal fees as well as Shipping Costs to deliver all prizes wherever they are bound, world-wide!
We started with three armies in our first raffle; we are approaching 40 items that will ship in 2019.
We started with three artists; this year, there are over 110 members in the NOCF Artist Consortium.
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NOCF ARMIES UNDER CONSTRUCTION
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Expect updates here soon. The Artist Consortium is working on the following armies:
UPDATE from CHAPTER of HOPE:
40K Community Kill Team Box will include Tablewar mat -- the teams are:
- 12-man Deathwatch unit by Joe Behrend; and
- "The Bloated Band" - a highly customized 12-man KT, plays as Adeptus Mechanicus
UPDATE from CHAPTER of HOPE:
40K Battle-Ready Box will also include one or two Tablewar mats - the armies are:
- 2000 point Imperial Fist Primaris Force by Alex Good;
- 2000 point Chaos Daemons by Andy Lingoes;
- 2000 point Adeptus Custodes by Keith Rudis; and
- 2000 point Imperial Guard Vehicle Regiment by Alex Good
40K Ork Box Set & Infinity Operation Cold Front
- Courtesy and Talents of Wes Cogdal leading Stiff Neck Studio
40K Special Anniversary SuperNOVA Space Marine Chapter
- Courtesy of Joe Johnson leading Artist Consortium Team
30K White Scars &
30K Night Lords Zone Mortalis Assault Force
- Courtesy of Ryan Bridges leading Artist Consortium Team
X-wing Repaint
- Courtesy and Talents of Madeline Cockrell, Lightcraft Miniature Studio
Age of Sigmar Deathrattle Army, Arkhan's Defiled
- Courtesy and Talents of Caleb Dillon leading White Metal Games
WM/H Monsterpocolypse
- Courtesy of James Craig leading Artist Consortium Team
GodTear Warbands
- Courtesy of Christine Agel leading Steamforged
Flames of War - two WWII armies
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The Foundation Lounge, located on the rooftop level of the Hyatt Regency hotel, Chesapeake View, throughout the NOVA Open convention, is run by volunteers for the NOVA Open Charitable Foundation. Proceeds support the continued work of the Foundation, as well as other named charities.
The Foundation Lounge has become the go-to place for attendees, where relaxing with old friends and making new ones after long days of gaming at the convention just comes naturally. The Lounge opens at 11:00am every day with last call is at 1:00am. Come on up to visit this year. There's always something going on at this fully stocked bar, where you'll meet industry experts chatting about their businesses, participate in raffles, join board games, enjoy sumptuous snacks and (on occasional) listen to a live band!
The NOVA Open will be underway by mid-afternoon on Wednesday, August 28 - and the Lounge will follow with a 6:00pm opening that day. Make a point to spend some time with us this year! Watch newsletters for a sneak peek at the daily activities being planned.
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As a part of
NOVA Open Charitable Foundation's (NOCF) commitment to supporting its charities, the NOCF organizes a Silent Auction four days (Thursday-Sunday) at the annual convention. NOVA Open attendees have the opportunity to bid on a range of unique and beautiful items such as armies, miniatures, terrain, and art pieces.
We are excited to share in a wonderful surprise we received from Jim Vesal this morning:
"I won a beautifully painted Tyranid army in the 40K championships at Adepticon and was hoping I could donate it to NOCF for the silent auction instead of keeping it. Who can I talk to about arranging this? It was painted by a professional studio and is fully magnetized. I don’t have a complete list of all the models but it is probably around 2000 points."
At NOVA Open, we love nothing more than a great practical joke on April Fool's Day, so you have to know we asked - and Jim promised, this was a genuine offer, no kidding! What an amazing, generous thought, right? If you know him, or meet him, thank him.
It's that easy, folks! If you have something you'd like to donate to the Silent Auction, let us know by writing to
novacharities@gmail.com. The success of NOCF depends on you!
Proceeds from the Silent Auction will support the NOCF and the
Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Please note that you must be present to bid on items as well as when we announce the winning bids. You can take a look at prior Silence Auction items
here and read the rules for participating in the auction
here.
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SUPPORT YOUR GAMERS' FOUNDATION
** EVERY TIME YOU SHOP AMAZON **
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As of April 1, 2019, forty-three (43) people have designated NOCF as their charity preference on smile.amazon.com ~ resulting in donation to NOCF of $278.06. Thanks to all who are showing their support in this simple way.
The deposits to date, though they be small, are mighty - because they are just the beginning!
It's easier than ... well, just about anything!
We heard from a supporter: "It took less than a minute!"
Log Onto Smile.Amazon.Com
Choose NOVA Open Charitable Foundation
Shop Amazon!
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Book at Renaissance Today ~ Going Fast!
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NOVA Open Blocked 100 Doubles
We Can Add More at the NOVA Open rate
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LOOK WHAT RENAISSANCE IS DOING FOR THE NOVA OPEN
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- One half-block behind the Hyatt ~ you can't get closer to the convention
- Renaissance is a 5-Star Property
- Doubles and Kings Available
- Book at $98 per night
- 20% off bar and restaurant - must show badge
- Free wi-fi for Marriott Rewards members - click to join now
- Cell Reception Available in All Areas of Hotel
- Complimentary Shuttles to DCA and Metro
- Massive parking garage; 50% discount for self-parking
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The Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
2800 South Potomac Avenue
Arlington, VA, 22202
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HOTEL BLOCKS FOR NOVA OPEN 2019
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HYATT REGENCY SOLD OUT THURSDAY - SUNDAY
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BOOK HYATT SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY
Attend the Pre-Con Events!
It is always smart
to check the Hyatt block now and then
to see if anyone cancelled their reservation.
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LOOK WHAT THE HYATT'S DOING FOR THE NOVA OPEN
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- Entire Hyatt Event Space Reserved for the NOVA Open
- Room Rates at $98 (single occupancy)
- More double rooms available in the NOVA Open Block
- Cell Reception Available in All Areas of Hotel
- 50% off In-Room Wi-Fi
- Free In-Room Wi-Fi for Gold Passport Members - Sign Up Today
- 50% off Valet Parking
- 20% off Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at the Hotel Restaurant, Cinnabar - Show Your Convention Badge!
- $4 Hyatt-Selected Beer for NOVA Open Guests THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE EVENT
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The Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA, 22202
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The Hyatt and Renaissance are both offering 50% off their usual rates for parking during the convention. We wanted to make sure you were also aware that a Colonial parking garage is also nearby. While we are unaware of their rates, they should be less than hotel.
2733 Crystal Dr
Arlington, VA 22202
Would also warn against moving once they're parked. With over 3000 expected, the spaces will fill as quickly as they're emptied.
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WANT YOUR FOOD TRUCK AT NOVA OPEN 2019?
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Food Trucks are already reaching out to NOVA Open for spots at our 2019 convention. We want to know which trucks YOU (OUR ATTENDEES) want to see again.
The following are planning to be at NOVA Open 2019:
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VENDORS AT NOVA OPEN 2019
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NOVA Open is excited to announce that the following vendors are locked in and will be there for you at NOVA Open 2019:
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NOVA OPEN INTERVIEWS RMC GAMING
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One of my favorite things about each NOVA Open is the opportunity to fuel my hobby by visiting the vast array of
vendors that set up shop in the heart of the Hyatt Regency. These vendors carry everything from the most popular models in the biggest gaming systems, to unique hobby tools and accessories that I might not even know about.
Today, we will take a look at one of the vendors who will grace the NOVA Open 2019:
RMC Gaming. A Toledo based company, RMC produces 3D printed terrain, cosplay props, and hobby accessories.
You can read the rest of RMC Gaming's interview
HERE.
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NOVA OPEN INTERVIEWS ZACH HIGHTOWER OF SHADOW'S EDGE MINIATURES
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While many artists in the hobby enjoy painting miniatures, some entrepreneurs like Zach Hightower, founder of
Shadow’s Edge Miniatures, have found that giving hobbyists basing materials to add the special touch to their work is just as fulfilling as starting their own painting studio. “I initially started out with the goal of becoming a painting studio, but quickly realized that was not for me,” he said, “but I loved working on basing materials, so I started Shadow’s Edge Miniatures.” The company, which is three years old, aims to provide with high quality basing materials like self-adhesive grass and flowering tufts.
You can read the rest of Zach Hightower's interview
HERE.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED REGISTRATION QUESTIONS
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Now that registration for NOVA Open 2019 is in full swing, many players are contacting Customer Service with questions. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions:
HOW DO I DROP AN EVENT OR SEMINAR?
- Log in to your account at novaopenstore.com.
- Click on the event(s) that you want to drop, one by one.
- Click on the Drop event button that's below the icon & schedule for the event.
- The system will automatically give you store credit for the amount you paid.
- Your credit can be used for any NOVA Open 2019 or 2020 events or seminars .
HOW DO I TRANSFER AN EVENT OR SEMINAR?
- Log in to your account at novaopenstore.com.
- Click on the transfer button in the orange banner at the top right of the page.
- Click on the event/seminar you wish to transfer.
- Fill in the requested information to complete the transfer.
- You will need the Account ID# for the person to whom you're transferring the event/seminar. They can find that ID# on the manage account page that is accessed by logging in to their account & clicking on their user name at the top right of the page.
- The person to whom you're transferring must have a Convention Access Pass or Day pass.
NOVA Open does not facilitate transfers, nor do we assist with or manage any monetary transactions between buyer and seller.
HOW DO I GET MY NAME ADDED TO A WAITING LIST?
- Log in to your account at novaopenstore.com.
- Click on the game system/category for the event for which you want to be waitlisted.
- When the page opens, scroll to the event & click on the "add to waitlist" button that's just below the icon & schedule for the event.
- Once you click there, you'll automatically be added to the waiting list.
- If your name reaches the top of the waiting list and an entry is available, you'll receive an automated email, offering you that entry.
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CONVENTION ACCESS PASSES (CAPS), DAY PASES & PREMIUM SWAG BAGS
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- A Convention Access Pass (CAP) is required to attend the NOVA Open; it is good fro Wednesday-Sunday. Single day passes are also available if one does not wish to attend the entire convention.
- CAPs and Day Passes are non-refundable, non-transferable items.
- The Early Bird pricing on the CAP is $50 (until April 15th); the cost will go up to $60 at 11:59pm EST the night of April 15, 2018. Each Day Pass is $20.
- There are two upgrades available which require the purchase of a CAP: SuperNOVA and DwarfNOVA. When you place an upgrade in your cart, a CAP will automatically be added and you will purchase both at checkout.
- The only people who will receive one of the NOVA Open's Premium Swag bags will be the "First 400" who purchase CAPs (and all 150 SuperNOVA upgrades). This is based on registration date alone.
- If a "First 400" cannot attend: The swag bag is forfeited unless arrangements are made ahead of time with Marti Seraphin (customerservice.com) for a friend to pick it up. NOVA Open will not ship.
- Use of board games from the NOVA Open library and/or participation in side events scheduled in that hall are free to those with a Pass; however, Board Game tournaments which confer prizes will require a nominal fee. If Board Game activities are planned in the Foundation Lounge, two drink tokens will be exchanged for a required $10 registration fee, as the Lounge is a fundraising venue for NOCF.
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JOIN US AT THE
2019 NOVA OPEN TERRAIN BUILDS
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Our next build is this upcoming Saturday,
APRIL 20. Arrive at 8am if you have time to help with set up - or arrive with everyone else at 9am.
We are
VERY EXCITED to have our First-Ever Theme Table Event planned. We'll form teams and undertake six separate themes for our Legion events ~ each team will produce three tables.
What's a "theme?" Think Star Wars! We'll construct tables for Tattoine, Endor, Mustafar, Hoth, Naboo, and Dagobah.
Don't play Legion? Don't know Star Wars? Yeah, right! Doesn't matter. Bring your creative juices and let's have a NOVA Open style Kick B*** Amazing day! If we don't finish, plan to return to ice the cakes on April 27.
If you are a NOVA Open Lead, you should try to b there in support of your fellow leads. That's how we do it at NOVA Open.
Don't be shy. There can never be too many people at these fun and exciting adventure days. Watch for the Evite and be sure to RSVP.
If you are not on the current Evite list (you would know by now since several have already gone out), and would like to join the team, have a great day, and make dozens of new friends, please contact
customerservice@novaopen.com.
TELEGRAPH SELF STORAGE
8935 TELEGRAPH RD, LORTON, VA 22079
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
2019 TERRAIN BUILDS
(dates are subject to change)
START BY JOINING YOUR FELLOW GAMERS
APRIL 20
9am - 5pm
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April 20
April 27
May 11
May 25
June 8
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June 22
June 29 (if needed)
July 13
July 27
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Year-Round Staff . . . Now & Then
Pre-Con . . . At Con . . . Post-Con
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NOVA Open extends its sincere appreciation to all those who volunteer in support of NOVA Open and the NOVA Open Charitable Foundation. These two organizations could not exist without the generous donations of time from volunteers who support their missions.
There are many ways to volunteer, and dozens of projects and programs that need your support: Year-round opportunities exist in administration and operations; terrain and staff events happen each month; August brings volunteer needs to prep for the convention; NOVA Open runs on the generosity of hundreds; and post-con wrap up and work (like inventory) requires invigorated souls by the dozen.
By the Way: Who's asking? Check out the Image at the right. Yup, that's Mike Brandt!
If you enjoy the NOVA Open and being a part of the charitable work of NOCF - and you have the time and energy to put into volunteering - please send us an email telling us a little about yourself and your experience with NOVA Open:
customerservice@novaopen.com
Everything you need to know about volunteering at the NOVA Open can be found on our website by clicking the button below.
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Atlantis Games and Comics
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Warhammer Age of Sigmar Champions
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