Warhammer 40K
Triff andere Personen in deiner Nähe, die sich auch für Warhammer 40K interessieren, damit ihr Erfahrungen austauschen und euch gegenseitig inspirieren könnt! Tritt einer Gruppe zum Thema Warhammer 40K bei.
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Ja! Schau dir die warhammer 40k Veranstaltungen an, die heute stattfinden hier. Das sind persönliche Treffen, bei denen du Gleichgesinnte treffen und sofort an Aktivitäten teilnehmen kannst.
Entdecke alle warhammer 40k Veranstaltungen, die diese Woche stattfinden hier. Plane im Voraus und nimm an spannenden Meetups während der Woche teil.
Auf jeden Fall! Finde warhammer 40k Veranstaltungen in deiner Nähe hier. Verbinde dich mit deiner lokalen Community und entdecke Veranstaltungen in deiner Umgebung.
Warhammer 40K Veranstaltungen Heute
Nimm an persönlichen Warhammer 40K Veranstaltungen teil, die gerade stattfinden
Feuerkreise Hexen-Heiden Stammtisch (DE)
Monatliches "Hexen-Heiden Stammtisch" und Vortragsreihe - von unserem Freude by [www.feuerkreise.at](www.feuerkreise.at)/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561](https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561) **auf Deutsch**
Die Stammtische finden in der Regel am 2. Dienstag jedes Monats statt. Manchmal gibt es Ausnahmen, abhängig von anderen Veranstaltungen, daher schaut unbedingt hier auf Meetup vorbei- oder am Facebook bei [https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561](https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561) um die genauen Informationen zu erhalten.
Alle sind willkommen – erfahrene Praktizierende, Anfänger, Neugierige, Heiden und Heiden-Interessierte, Praktizierende ähnlicher Traditionen, und sogar diejenigen, die keine Ahnung haben, warum sie kommen möchten, aber einfach das Bedürfnis verspüren. Auch willkommen sind alle, die zwar nichts über Heidentum wissen, aber Harry Potter und Herr der Ringe und Ähnliches mögen. :-)
**Das Thema dieses Monats:** Für das Thema des Abends siehe bitte die Facebook-Seite unter: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561](https://www.facebook.com/groups/271329456233561)
**Ablauf des Abends:**
18:00–19:00: Treffen, Zeit zum Essen und Sozialisieren
19:00–20:00: Vortrag und Diskussion
20:00–Offene Diskussion und weiteres Beisammensein – esst, trinkt und seid fröhlich!
Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos.
Das Beisl ist traditionell österreichisch und akzeptiert keine Karten – also denkt daran, Bargeld mitzubringen!
VGDM #97 - Learnings from the past 10+ years of gamedev
**The Tax-Returns Exploit**
And other hidden lore for Austrian Game Devs
Maria Hejlek is a Technical Game Designer with over 10 years of experience in the industry and the founder of Eightfinity Games. In this talk she'll take you along her journey, sharing the many strange titbits and useful learnings she picked up along the way. From building her portfolio while still at university, to figuring out tax deductibles while employed, and finally to diving into the deep end and going freelance in a job-scarce market. Do you have a mandatory internship because of your university studies coming up? Do you not know what the Arbeitnehmerveranlagung is or how to get the most out of it? Or are you thinking of going freelance, but don't know where to start?
Maria shares the good, the bad, and the ugly she encountered over the years, so you can profit from niche information that people usually don't hold talks about. This talk is discipline agnostic - no matter if you are a sound designer, vfx artist, tools programmer, compliance tester, publisher liaison, or any other dev in games, or whether you are a student, employed, unemployed, or self-employed, this talk is for you.
**After some announcement we will look at at least 2 games**
\* Porta Nubi / Mitemmetim
\* [Hopfall](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3456640/Hopfall/) / Kamil
Can‘t wait.
The Gamedev Meetup is sponsored by the best Co-Working Space in Town Das Packhaus ( [https://www.daspackhaus.at/](https://www.daspackhaus.at/) ).
Cannot wait to see you there
Michael ( [https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social) )
TUESDAY 👋⚽ FOOTBALL FRIENDLY 20:30-22:00 (Donaucity) w/ SORIN +Video Highlights
Things to know before playing:
Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls;
We play Tuesday Night Football (outdoor only) . We play 90 minutes (kick off is at 20:30, and we meet at least 15 minutes before for a warm up phase). Post-Corona football matches are most likely between 14-16 and 28-32 players. If you would like to join please bring artificial turf shoes (like the ones for indoor turf) and shin pads (not mandatory but definitely recommendable). All I ask is that you come with a good mood, be respectful to everyone, and pay online using the link below.
[Tuesday Night via FOOTxp football website](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/p/tuesdaynightfootball/)
**Other methods for payments.**
**Erste Bank Transfer**:
**Sorin-Florian Brici**
**AT27 2011 1829 5564 7001**
**\*[Revolut](https://revolut.me/brici)** \- Recommended\!
**\* [Wise](https://wise.com/pay/me/sorinb256)** \- Also recommended\!
**\*[Paypal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sorinSocial/)** \- Please use non\-Commercial product
We play light: no sliding, hard tackling, fighting, screaming, & hopefully no injuries. We need to respect current regulations in Vienna, Austria.
The main priorities are to have fun and being safe. The drinks are relatively free after the game in the local pub, served to those who have shown fantastic football fair-play skills. We will confirm the location, the pitches, and the dressing room numbers via our dedicated Football WhatsApp group/s. Keep an eye out for the group messages. See you all soon.
Sorin SMS/ WhatsApp +43 6764276984 (please ask to be added to our football groups). We will probably need to confirm your presence if you are coming for the first or second time.
Important management rule:
**\> "No shows" are penalized with 10€ fee\. Please remove your name from the list at least SIX\!\!\! \(6\) HOURS before the event\.** Book a place via FootballExperiences.NET using this link [FOOTxp](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/)
One small final note:
Please avoid trying to take justice in your hands. If someone is talking bad, complaining, insulting someone, fouling on purpose or committing the usual football shenanigans, please let the organizers know. Measures will be taken, we assure you. Any misbehavior on your part, such as responding in an obscene way, fighting, or leaving the pitch is not a practical and diplomatic way of resolving the issues (it tends to create more tension and cause more problems). Let’s be respectful and mature and try to enjoy the game we all love.
That’s why we’re all here. Get to know people from all over the world and have fun!
Thank you.
Sorin
Board Game Tuesday
We know that meeting new people in Vienna’s Meetup scene can feel a bit repetitive. While different hosts and formats exist, you often end up seeing the same faces. That’s why we’re shaking things up!
We’ve teamed up with Mausen Bar to bring you an exciting new Board Game Night - one that goes beyond Meetup and expands your social circle even further!
📅 Every Tuesday (except some holidays/celebrations), 7-10PM
📍 Mausen Bar (Türkenstraße 33, 1090 Wien).
Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and great company. Whether you’re a board game enthusiast or just looking to meet new people in a relaxed setting, this is the perfect event for you! Plus, you can order delicious food and drinks right at the venue while you play.
Come for the games, stay for the connections, and make Vienna feel even more like home. See you there!
Please note that this free event is made possible through the generous support of the restaurant. In order to maintain a strong partnership and continue offering events like this at no cost, we kindly ask that all attendees support the venue by placing an order during their visit. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Launch Night: Cybersecurity & Compliance for SMEs and Startups
**SME Security & Compliance Guild: Launch Event**
**Secure early, scale smoothly**
Join us for the first public event of the **SME Security & Compliance Guild**, a free after-work meetup in Vienna for startups and SMEs that want to strengthen cybersecurity, improve resilience, and approach compliance in a practical way.
Over the past year, we have hosted similar sessions in smaller, closed circles. Since the response has been so positive, we are now opening the format to a wider community.
We will meet at the **OSM Solutions office in Vienna** for an evening of expert insights, discussion, and networking. Expect **free drinks, some food, two practical talks, and open exchange** with people who care about building stronger, more resilient companies.
This event is for founders, leaders, operators, IT professionals, and anyone in startups or SMEs who wants to better understand security, pentesting, governance, certifications, and regulatory requirements such as **ISO 27001, DORA, PCI DSS, and NIS2**.
## Agenda
### Talk 1
**Pentesting for SMEs: When to Do It, What to Expect, What to Avoid**
Pentesting is often misunderstood. Some companies think it is only relevant for large enterprises, while others pay for low-value testing without knowing what good looks like. This session will explain when pentesting makes sense for SMEs, how professional pentests actually work, and how to get real value without wasting budget.
We will cover:
* the difference between automated scanning and a real pentest
* when a pentest makes sense, and when it does not
* what a professional pentest process actually looks like: scoping, rules of engagement, testing, reporting, and retesting
* common findings in smaller companies
* how to get value from a pentest without wasting budget
* how pentests support customer trust, audits, certifications, and enterprise sales
### Talk 2
**Start Early, Scale Smarter: GRC for Startups and SMEs**
Governance, risk, and compliance are often treated as something to deal with later. In reality, waiting too long usually makes things slower, harder, and more expensive. This session looks at why early GRC work is a strategic advantage for startups and SMEs, and how to start in a lean and practical way.
We will cover:
* why GRC is not just for large enterprises
* what happens when companies delay structure until a customer, investor, or regulator forces it
* how early work on policies, controls, responsibilities, and documentation reduces future pain
* how GRC supports certifications and frameworks like ISO 27001, DORA, PCI DSS, and NIS2
* how basic governance decisions early on save time and money later
* common mistakes such as spreadsheet chaos, unclear ownership, retrofitting controls, and audit panic
* how SMEs can start lean without building a huge compliance machine
After the talks, we will open the floor for **questions, discussion, and socialising**.
Whether you are just starting your journey or already dealing with growing customer, regulatory, or certification requirements, this meetup is designed to offer **practical insight, real-world experience, and useful connections**.
We look forward to welcoming you at **OSM Solutions in Vienna**.
Body-doubling
Every Tuesday, 13:00 – 18:00
Looking for a little extra motivation to tackle your to-do list? Join us for our weekly Body Doubling event at Villa Vida!
What is Body Doubling?
Body doubling is a productivity technique where simply working alongside others helps you stay focused, accountable, and motivated. Whether you’re studying, working remotely, or just need a space to concentrate, being around others who are also focused can make a difference.
What to Expect:
A relaxed, supportive environment for getting things done
Quiet spaces for deep work and focus
Free WiFi throughout the cafe
Bring your laptop, notebooks, or anything else you need to stay on track. Drop in anytime from 13:00-18:00 – we’re here every Tuesday to keep you in good company and good spirits while you work. See you there! 
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Jeden Dienstag, 13:00 – 18:00
Brauchst du ein bisschen extra Motivation, um deine To-Do-Liste abzuarbeiten? Dann komm zu unserem wöchentlichen Body-Doubling-Event bei Villa Vida!
Was ist Body Doubling?
Body Doubling ist eine Produktivitätstechnik, bei der die Anwesenheit anderer dir hilft, fokussiert, motiviert und bei der Sache zu bleiben. Ob beim Lernen, Arbeiten im Homeoffice oder anderen Aufgaben – das Arbeiten neben Gleichgesinnten kann einen echten Unterschied machen.
Was dich erwartet:
Eine entspannte, unterstützende Atmosphäre zum konzentrierten Arbeiten
Ruhige Bereiche für tiefe Konzentration
Kostenloses WLAN im gesamten Café
Bringe deinen Laptop, deine Notizen oder alles andere mit, was du brauchst, um produktiv zu sein. Komm jederzeit zwischen 13:00 und 18:00 Uhr vorbei – wir sind jeden Dienstag hier, um dir Gesellschaft und positive Energie zu bieten. Bis bald! 
Warhammer 40K Veranstaltungen Diese Woche
Entdecke, was in den nächsten Tagen passiert
English Board Game Night
Welcome everyone to our board game meeting! We are thrilled to have you all here, ready to dive into the world of board games. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer to the scene, we welcome all types of gamers to this event.
It's a great opportunity to get to know other players who share your passion for board games.
Whether you want to bring your own games or choose from the ones we have available. We've got a vast array of games to choose from, so you can find something that suits your style.
Here are some of our games, just to give you an impression:
* Casual games: Dixit, Carcasonne, Colt Express, Camel Up
* Party games: Codenames, Taboo, Humm Bug, Drunk Stoned or Stupid, Trial by Trolley, Joking Hazard, Poetry For Neanderthals
* Social deduction games: The Resistance, Werewolves of millers hollow, Secret Hitler, One Night Revolution, Time Bomb
* Cooperative games: Flash Point: Fire Rescue, Hanabi, Pandemic
* Story games like: Once upon A Time, Gloom, Winter Tales
* Workerplacement games: Takenoko, The Pursuit of Happiness, Sail to India, Periorbis
* Miniature games: Zombicide, Project: Elite, The Others: 7 Sins, Lobotomy
* Video games turned into board games: Stardew Valley, Dark Souls
And so many more i cannot list all of them here
We are an international group, so all games are in english or can be played in english.
What if you don't know any games? That is okay!
The best part? The meeting is free of charge! All we ask is that you pay for your drinks and food at the bar.
We encourage you to mingle with fellow players and make new friends, because that's the beauty of board games: the social experience. So grab a game, grab a seat, and let's get this meeting started!
Domain-Driven Transformation—Modularizing and Modernizing Legacy Software
This is a joint meetup with [DDD-Vienna](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/)
**Agenda**
🕕 **18:00** – Doors open at TechTalk
🕡 **18:15** – Intro & Talk 🗣️
🕗 **19:20** – Networking, 🍕Food & 🍻Drinks sponsored by [TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/) 🎉
**Domain-Driven Transformation—Modularizing and Modernizing Legacy Software**
Starting a new project from scratch with a clean slate is one thing; tackling legacy systems with chaotic architectures is another. Many teams inherit systems described as “Monoliths” or “Big Balls of Mud,” and this talk focuses on how to bring order to such challenges.
Participants will learn how to evaluate their current systems and identify steps to introduce—or restore—structure. Using Collaborative Modeling, attendees will gain actionable insights to design a clear and future-ready architecture.
The talk will equip participants with practical strategies to address common challenges, such as BBOM architecture, anemic domain models, and disorganized teams. By the end of the session, attendees will have a catalog of proven refactorings, actionable heuristics, and concrete tools to immediately evolve their own projects.
**About Henning Schwentner:**
Henning loves programming in high quality. He lives this passion as coder, coach, and consultant at WPS – Workplace Solutions. There he helps teams to structure their monoliths or to build new systems from the beginning with a sustainable architecture. Microservices or self-contained systems are often the result. Henning is author of \*Domain Storytelling\* (Addison-Wesley, 2022), \*Domain-Driven Transformation\* (O’Reilly, 2026), and the [www.LeasingNinja.io](https://www.LeasingNinja.io).
Beachvolleyball 4vs4 and 3vs3, Saturday 11:00 am /earlier once is getting warmer
Join as for IRP social
and fun, on sand ,😎 for Beachvolleyball!
Beachvolleyball 3vs3 and 4v4, 2 courts
- We (aim to) play 4vs4, and everyone is on the court ( Not 3 vs3 and 1 Person waits)
- We pllay 3 vs 3 on second court.
we Reserve the right to adapt on the court Level and requests of Hosts and regular Players in the aim of maintaining good vibes, be inclusive and playfull.
Games are social and fun, Not competitive!
It is tended for welbeing, mindfulness, less devices, more fresh Air, Outdoor social and IRP conections.
- We Play 2 Games in a row in the same Team comppsition (plus a small decisive If Teams want it); after that WE mixed with the Players on the other court.
- please be mindful and announce asap if u don't come, you are late or the duration (in case u don't intend to play full time).
bring in cash:
aprox 8.5 Euros/Person to Cover the courts price.
In case we are 4players/ court ( this is 2 vs2) then it is 12 Euros/person .
Have a ☀️ and warm day!
THURSDAY👋⚽FOOTBALL FRIENDLY 20:30-22:00 (Donaucity) w/ SORIN & Video Highlights
Things to know before playing:
Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls;
We play Thursday Night Football (outdoor only) . We play 90 minutes (kick off is at 20:30, and we meet at least 15 minutes before for a warm up phase). Post-Corona football matches are most likely between 14-16 and 28-32 players. If you would like to join please bring artificial turf shoes (like the ones for indoor turf) and shin pads (not mandatory but definitely recommendable).
All I ask is that you come with a good mood, be respectful to everyone, and pay online using the link below.
[FOOTxp Thursday Night Football](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/p/thursdaynightfootball/)
Other methods for payments.
**Bank Transfer**:
Sorin-Florian Brici
AT27 2011 1829 5564 7001
**\* [Revolut](https://revolut.me/brici)** \- Recommended
**\* [Wise](https://wise.com/pay/me/sorinb256)** \- Also recommended
**\* [Paypal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sorinSocial)** \- Please use non\-Commercial product
We play light: no sliding, hard tackling, fighting, screaming, & hopefully no injuries. We need to respect current regulations in Vienna, Austria.
The main priorities are to have fun and being safe. The drinks are relatively free after the game in the local pub, served to those who have shown fantastic football fair-play skills. We’ll confirm the location, the pitches, and the dressing room numbers via our dedicated Football WhatsApp group. Keep an eye out for the group messages. See you all soon.
Sorin SMS/ WhatsApp +43 6764276984 (please ask to be added to our football groups). We will probably need to confirm your presence if you are coming for the first or second time.
Important management rule:
\> "No shows" are penalized with 10€ fee\. Please remove your name from the list at least SIX\!\!\! \(6\) HOURS before the event\. Book a place via FootballExperiences\.NET using this link
[Kick A Ball via FOOTxp.COM](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/)
One small final note:
Please avoid trying to take justice in your hands. If someone is talking bad, complaining, insulting someone, fouling on purpose or committing the usual football shenanigans, please let the organizers know. Measures will be taken, we assure you. Any misbehavior on your part, such as responding in an obscene way, fighting, or leaving the pitch is not a practical and diplomatic way of resolving the issues (it tends to create more tension and cause more problems). Let’s be respectful and mature and try to enjoy the game we all love. That’s why we’re all here. Get to know people from all over the world and have fun!
Thank you.
Sorin
Domain-Driven Transformation—Modularizing and Modernizing Legacy Software
Hello everybody,
Next **#mashup meetup** is in town, this time together with [Java-Vienna Meetup](https://www.java.wien/)!
**Agenda**
🕕 **18:00** – Doors open at TechTalk
🕡 **18:15** – Intro & Talk 🗣️
🕗 **19:20** – Networking, 🍕Food & 🍻Drinks sponsored by [TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/) 🎉
**🗣️ Talk**
Starting a new project from scratch with a clean slate is one thing; tackling legacy systems with chaotic architectures is another. Many teams inherit systems described as “Monoliths” or “Big Balls of Mud,” and this talk focuses on how to bring order to such challenges.
Participants will learn how to evaluate their current systems and identify steps to introduce—or restore—structure. Using Collaborative Modeling, attendees will gain actionable insights to design a clear and future-ready architecture.
The talk will equip participants with practical strategies to address common challenges, such as BBOM architecture, anemic domain models, and disorganized teams. By the end of the session, attendees will have a catalog of proven refactoring's, actionable heuristics, and concrete tools to immediately evolve their own projects.
🧑💻 **Speaker**
Henning loves programming in high quality. He lives this passion as coder, coach, and consultant at WPS – Workplace Solutions. There he helps teams to structure their monoliths or to build new systems from the beginning with a sustainable architecture. Microservices or self-contained systems are often the result. Henning is author of \*Domain Storytelling\* (Addison-Wesley, 2022), \*Domain-Driven Transformation\* (O’Reilly, 2026)
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🎤 **Call for Speakers & Sponsors!**
If you’d like to contribute something yourself or have an idea for a talk, feel free to reach out.
We’re continuously looking for speakers and locations for future meetups.
Football WEDNESDAY Training / +Test Match w/ TONI & MARKO
This is a Football Training +Match session - preparation for full pitch football (skill & position improvements).
The session is managed by Toni Geormaneanu - license UEFA B - coach of Meetup United - Uberliga B ( KM plus Reserves) If you would like to join, get in touch with our club responsible - Sorin Brici (+43 676 4276984)
Das Volk der Shipibo - Vortrag und Austausch
(This talk will be held in German)
Am 18.4. verschaffen wir uns einen Einblick in die Kultur der Shipibo aus dem peruanischen Amazonas. Sie bezeichnen sich selbst als "Dieta-Menschen“ und leben in einer tiefen Verbindung zur Natur, die sie als beseelt und geistgetragen verstehen. Sie sind vor allem durch ihren traditionellen Gebrauch von Ayahuasca bekannt, welcher jedoch nur einen kleinen Teil ihrer kulturellen Praxis darstellt.
Der Vortrag beleuchtet die Cosmovision der Shipibo sowie zentrale Elemente wie die Dieta, Meisterpflanzen und ihre traditionellen Gesänge. Auch nach der Präsentation bleibt der Raum geöffnet für gemeinsame Diskussion und Austausch.
Türen offen: 18:00 // Beginn: 18:30 Eintritt 5€\* cash only (Für Mitglieder frei. Werde ein Mitglied: [www.psychedelicsociety.at](https://www.psychedelicsociety.at/))
Sagedergasse 18, 1120 Vienna (Eingang zwischen Billa and Bipa; nicht barrierefrei)
Der Vortragende Biri Metsa verbrachte viele Jahre in Peru, lebte eng mit den Shipibo und wurde in ihre Tradition eingeweiht. Er arbeitete in verschiedenen Heilungszentren und vermittelt heute fundiertes Wissen über die traditionelle Heilkunde der Shipibo mit besonderem Fokus auf dem respektvollen Umgang mit ihrem Wissen. Sein Anliegen ist es, die Prakiten der Shipibo verständlich zu machen und ihr Potenzial für eine harmonischere Verbindung zwischen Mensch und Natur aufzuzeigen.
//We do not provide any illegal substances, nor allow their distribution or consumption at our events. Our mission is to provide high-quality information and safety guidelines about psychedelic substances.
Newsletter: https://www.psychedelicsociety.at/ https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicsocietyat/
Telegram: t.me/psychedelicsocietyvienna
Warhammer 40K Veranstaltungen in deiner Nähe
Verbinde dich mit deiner lokalen Warhammer 40K Community
Goblin May-hem | Free Goblin Mini for May
### Goblin Mayhem in May \| One Free Goblin Mini Event
Embrace the chaos this May with **Goblin Mayhem** at The Arcane Foundry. Join us for a paint and sip experience where you’ll receive a free goblin miniature and dive into one of the most unpredictable and mischievous factions in Warhammer Fantasy and The Old World. Whether you’re new to painting or a seasoned hobbyist, this event is all about fun, creativity, and a little bit of madness.
Learn how to paint vibrant greens, tattered clothing, and grimy details while exploring the lore and playstyle of goblins. From sneaky ambushers to reckless hordes, you’ll discover what makes these creatures both hilarious and dangerous on the battlefield. All supplies are provided, space is limited, and things are bound to get a little out of control.
Let's Paint! Get a FREE Mini : Beastmen | April
### **One Free 32mm scale Beastman Mini Event \| Beastpril at The Arcane Foundry**
Step into the wild this Beastpril with a free Beastman miniature at The Arcane Foundry. This special paint and sip session invites you to get hands-on with one of the most savage and iconic factions in **Warhammer Fantasy** and The Old World. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a seasoned painter, this is your chance to bring a creature of chaos to life at no cost.
You’ll be guided through the basics of miniature painting while learning about the lore, playstyle, and aesthetic of the **Beastmen**. From fur textures to weathered weapons and corrupted armor, you’ll walk away with a finished model and a deeper understanding of the faction. Supplies are provided, space is limited, and the wilds are calling.
Learn More: [Tabletop Miniatures in Columbus Ohio | Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/tabletop-miniatures/)
Book Bedazzling (BYOB) - Bloodguard by Cecy Robson
Let's bedazzle some books while we discuss our April pick: Bloodguard by Cecy Robson!
Book description:
One hundred years. Tens of thousands of gladiators. And today, only one will rise…
Everything in the Kingdom of Arrow is a lie.
Leith of Grey thought coming to this new land and volunteering to fight in the gladiator arena—vicious, bloodthirsty tournaments where only the strongest survive—would earn him enough gold to save his dying sister. He thought there was nothing left to lose.
He was wrong—and they took everything. His hope. His freedom. His very humanity.
All Leith has left is his battle-scarred body, fueled by rage and hardened from years of fighting for the right to live another day.
Then Leith meets Maeve, an elven royal who is everything he despises. Everything he should hate. Until the alluring princess offers him the one thing he needs most: a chance to win the coveted title of Bloodguard—and his freedom.
But in a kingdom built on secrets and lies, hope doesn’t come cheap.
Nor will his ultimate revenge…
Event:
Please bring your own book, journal, bookmarks, etc to bedazzle. If you have bedazzling supplies, please bring them as well. I will supply gems, glue, and picker tools, but if you have certain colors in mind, you may want to bring your own.
Drunken
This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism")
Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war).
Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!



















