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Movement Phase

The Battle of Stalingrad: A Momentous Showdown at Dolgyi Gully

Jerry James

Nov 113 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

The Battle of Stalingrad: A Momentous Showdown at Dolgyi Gully

This month's ladder match is a rematch against Eric Pearson.

Jerry James

Apr 186 min read

After Action Reports

From Young and Naive to Seasoned Pilot.

We catch up with our young Italian pilot Giulio Nicelli. A little more experienced, but still green, Giulio is no longer that naive youngste

Breaking the Beachhead: A First Play of Normandy '44

Jerry James

Feb 123 min read

After Action Reports

Breaking the Beachhead: A First Play of Normandy '44

I am a big fan of Mark Simonitch fan and I particularly love the 40 series games. .

Cardboard Commander Monthly Action Report - January

Jerry James

Feb 93 min read

Monthly Action Reports

Cardboard Commander Monthly Action Report - January

It was a busy month here at the Cardboard Commander. I have taken the full plunge back into the hobby and with that being said have been ver

Manila - The Savage Streets, 1945. The Playthrough.

Jerry James

Feb 73 min read

Playthroughs

Manila - The Savage Streets, 1945. The Playthrough.

This is my first venture in doing a playthrough video for any game so bear with me as I am sure there will be some mistakes on my part.

Manila - The Savage Streets 1945 - UNBOXING Video

Jerry James

Jan 301 min read

Game reviews - Unboxings

Manila - The Savage Streets 1945 - UNBOXING Video

Yes! Just what you all have been waiting for, Another UNBOXING Video. I have decided to jump on the bandwagon. My UNBOXINGS will be quick an

My TEN games for the War Room 10 Challenge

Jerry James

Jan 282 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

My TEN games for the War Room 10 Challenge

The guys at the War Room (Tony's Board Life, Rough Swordsman, and IDJester) have challenged folks to play 10 games in 2024. They call it the

Jerry James

Jan 254 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

From the Dungeon to the Front.

This is a story on how Dungeons and Dragons got me hooked on wargames

From Shelves to Showdowns: Exploring the Two Realms of Wargaming Passion

Jerry James

Jan 183 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

From Shelves to Showdowns: Exploring the Two Realms of Wargaming Passion

Embarking on my wargaming journey once again, I've undergone a fascinating shift – parting ways with some of my cherished games to make way

Movement Phase: A 30-Day Recap of Wargaming Triumphs, Defeats and New Additions

Jerry James

Jan 156 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

Movement Phase: A 30-Day Recap of Wargaming Triumphs, Defeats and New Additions

On the 15th of every month, I hope to give you an update on what has been happening in my gaming life. The highs, lows, and everything in be

Death By Night Action - Crossing Paths in the Dark.

Jerry James

Jan 95 min read

After Action Reports

Death By Night Action - Crossing Paths in the Dark.

This is my 2nd ladder game of Combat Commander. For those of you who do not know what Combat Commander is (first of all crawl out from under

Game On: Unveiling my Top 5 Must-Play Games for 2024

Jerry James

Jan 74 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

Game On: Unveiling my Top 5 Must-Play Games for 2024

How many of you are like me and have games sitting on the shelf, collecting dust? When you bought the game, you wanted to play it, but...

Jerry James

Dec 31, 20231 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

The War Room Setup

I have finally gotten my War Room all setup. I work from home, so I have to make good use of space.

Jerry James

Dec 28, 20234 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

December After-Action Report

Well, it has been a whirlwind month for me and my newfound wargame journey. I have jumped back into the gaming pool in full force. Here...

My Fantastic 4 - Games that I will always have on the shelf.

Jerry James

Dec 20, 20233 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

My Fantastic 4 - Games that I will always have on the shelf.

Some things in life are non-negotiables. You know the things that no matter what, will always be a part of you. This is a list of the 4...

Unraveling the Tale of Inexperienced Partisans Facing Italian Forces

Jerry James

Dec 14, 20233 min read

After Action Reports

Unraveling the Tale of Inexperienced Partisans Facing Italian Forces

I played the Partisans and Steve played the Italians. Steve set up first. The Partisans are fun to set up in this scenario as they have to c

Jerry James

Dec 5, 20232 min read

After Action Reports

Back in the saddle again!

Have you ever had one of those days when all of the gaming luck went your way? Well let's just say I usually don't but today was a different

Getting back into the swing of the Wargaming thing

Jerry James

Dec 4, 20233 min read

Movement Phase - Blog

Getting back into the swing of the Wargaming thing

I have been playing wargames for over 40+ years. I won't lie I have taken a few breaks, some longer than others, as life has seasons and...