25 badges are gone, 25 are left, and we’re still months away from the first Operation Cardboard Con!

Mark Atkins grabbed badge #025 and officially put us at the halfway mark. Thanks, Mark!

To everyone who’s already signed up, thank you. I’m humbled by how many of you are making plans to come to Kansas City for our very first con. I figured I’d have a little more time before writing this update. Apparently, wargamers can move pretty fast when there’s a seat at the table on the line.

We’ll be in Kansas City, Missouri, May 20–23, 2027, for a weekend of pushing counters, rolling dice, and saying “one more turn” with absolutely no intention of stopping after one more turn. I can’t wait to see what games hit the tables and finally roll dice with some of you I’ve only talked to online.

If you’re planning to come, grab your badge soon and tell your gaming buddies to do the same. The first 25 went quickly. This is one decision you can make without checking the terrain effects chart.

I’m also putting together interest lists for a visit to the National WWI Museum and Memorial and a baseball game. If you’d like to join us for either outing, send me a quick note that says “museum,” “baseball,” or “both,” and I’ll put you on the list.

See you in Kansas City. Bring your dice!

— Jerry
Cardboard Commander