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Chicago Dice

Rolling in the Windy City since 2015

Author: Andrew

Andrew has been collecting and playing hobby games for over twenty years. He can be reached for commission work and review requests at ChicagoDiceTeam@gmail.com You can follow Andrew's hobby progress on Instragram @chicagodice

Unpacking the Kingdom of Italy Rules in Bolt Action

The options for playing a Kingdom of Italy force are almost as varied as the Commonwealth. Let’s break them down.… Read More Unpacking the Kingdom of Italy Rules in Bolt Action

May 3, 2023August 20, 2024 Andrew4 Comments

Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 11 – Operation Konrad III

It’s Game 11! The Campaign score is tied – who will take the lead as we approach the final stretch? … Read More Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 11 – Operation Konrad III

April 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Andrew2 Comments

Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 10 – Operation Konrad I

It’s Game 10! Axis Tank Platoon staging a breakthrough against a Double Soviet Infantry Platoon! Who will emerge victorious?… Read More Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 10 – Operation Konrad I

April 17, 2023August 22, 2025 AndrewLeave a comment

Unpacking the Commonwealth Rules in Bolt Action

The options for playing a Commonwealth force are almost overwhelming. Let’s break them down.… Read More Unpacking the Commonwealth Rules in Bolt Action

April 11, 2023October 5, 2023 Andrew2 Comments

AdeptiCon 2023 – SAGA Doubles – Andrew & Ben’s Recap

AdeptiCon 2023 coverage continues with a first for the Club – SAGA Doubles! … Read More AdeptiCon 2023 – SAGA Doubles – Andrew & Ben’s Recap

April 5, 2023 Andrew2 Comments

AdeptiCon 2023 – Bolt Action Doubles – The TO’s Recap

The second of two AdeptiCon Bolt Action reports from the TO. … Read More AdeptiCon 2023 – Bolt Action Doubles – The TO’s Recap

April 2, 2023April 2, 2023 AndrewLeave a comment

AdeptiCon 2023 – Bolt Action Combat Patrol – The TO’s Recap

The first of two AdeptiCon Bolt Action reports from the TO. … Read More AdeptiCon 2023 – Bolt Action Combat Patrol – The TO’s Recap

March 31, 2023April 2, 2023 AndrewLeave a comment

Roman Red Head-to-Head

With four contrast-style paints in hand, Andrew looks for that perfect Roman Red.… Read More Roman Red Head-to-Head

March 20, 2023 Andrew3 Comments

Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 9 – Withdrawal Across the Danube

The Campaign resumes with Game 9! Has Andrew continued to stall the Soviet advance or has Joe managed to breakthrough the lines? Let’s find out!… Read More Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 9 – Withdrawal Across the Danube

February 14, 2023April 17, 2023 Andrew1 Comment

Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 8 – Street Fighting in Pest

Game 8 brings us to the halfway point of the Campaign! Was Andrew able to bring the Axis back into contention? Or has Joe secured further Soviet victory?… Read More Campaign: Fortress Budapest – Game 8 – Street Fighting in Pest

November 29, 2022March 10, 2023 Andrew3 Comments

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New Painting Guide up on the site (link in bio) - colors used and steps for the lovely BEF from @wargamesatlantic. Big shout-out to @sonicsledgehammer and @chrishindmarsh for the inspiration! Handful of photos from the 4 Star Open 2025 - The Final Star hosted at the world-famous @dicedojo in Chicago. Still need to figure out the basing but the first of the BEF infantry is complete! Many more BEF on the way for Bolt Action Doubles at @adepticon 2026.
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