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We wanted to recognize that there is an enormous amount of talent at our convention every year.

Almost since the beginning we awarded only a "Best of Show" award, The Dave. Several years ago we began to offer an award for each of the 5 individual time slots at Havoc. The judging is done by members of the Board of Directors of BGB all of whom are or have been game masters themselves. At least three members of the board must unanimously agree on a winner.

Here is what we are looking for not in any particular order;

1. Originality. Did you try to run a game that no one has ever seen before or maybe very few people would even think to attempt? Obscurity counts!
2. Workmanship. Do you have the best terrain money can buy or did you make it? Originality and creative resourcefulness and workmanship are all considered.
3. Figures. Did you paint them or are they also the best figures money can buy? Buying stuff is okay but doing it yourself will usually trump store bought, especially if they are done well.
4. Fun. Are the participants in your game enjoying themselves and having a good time?
5. Gamesmanship. As game master are you oriented to making sure the participants are able to get up to speed and play your game in a reasonable time? How well organized are you in terms of "cheat sheets" for the players and ease of play aides.

This is just to give you an idea of what we look for. It is subjective but it seems to work. If you would like to help us in making this aspect of Havoc better please feel free to contact us via email and let us know. We look forward to your feedback on this!