Nuke-Con

Tag: 2023

  • Aftershock Tremors: The Schedule

    Aftershock Tremors:
    The Schedule

    Exciting news: the schedule is nearly full for the day!

    Ans what’s on the schedule? Well let me tell you; there are RPGs (DnD and others); board games (both simple and complex); adventure themed games; Battletech for both beginners and experienced folks, and… well, you should check out the schedule and see all the games for yourself.

    Here’s hoping you’ll find some time to join us!

    Where: The Game Shoppe Omaha, 4014 N 144th St
    When: December, 2nd, 2023 11 am to 9 pm

    No cost to come in and play, but donations are most welcome.

  • Seven More Days until the Weekend of Games

    Seven More Days until the Weekend of Games

    Important message from The GodMom:

    I just got an advanced look at the Program Book for this year’s Weekend (one of the perks of being Staff). I am amazed at the variety of games and the number of different game runners.

    There really is something for everyone. We’ve got games for kids (run by kids, too!). Omaha’s own Marcus Ross will be sharing his thoughts on game design. We’ve got silly card games and very serious strategic board games. There’s a Live Action Role-Playing event — and there’s my live-action Morning Walk for those of you who’d like a little exercise before settling into a chair for some serious fun. You can preview the whole schedule and claim a seat for the games you want at Schedule for Nuke-Con 2023.

    Seven More Days until the Weekend of Games. I’ll see you next week — and don’t forget to bring a friend!

  • Vendor: Shipwreck Dice

    Vendor: Shipwreck Dice

    YO HO, HO, HO, A Pirate’s dice for me!

    AHOY MATEYS! We are happy to shout from the crow’s nest that Shipwreck Dice has set sail and heading back to Nuke-Con Island again this year!

    Captain Sasha Smoot of Shipwreck Dice produces custom polyhedral dice…
    or, as the website says, “a treasure chest full of shiny, clickety-clackety loot”!

    If yer treasure be dice matey’s, we’ll then you’ll find plenty to plunder here!

    Take a closer look at all the Shipwreck’s bounty at https://shipwreckdice.com/.

  • Vendor: The Game Shoppe

    Vendor: The Game Shoppe

    The Game Shoppe and its able ambassador Becky are back!

    Board games, card games, tchotchkes for games – The Game Shoppe has all these, and more!
    The Game Shoppe also keeps a tight schedule of gaming events all week. Check out their Facebook page to see what events are happening this week.

    Side Note: A little birdie told me that there will be lots of demo games, courtesy of the Game Shoppe!
    Click here to see the list of demo games, or check in with Becky at the Game Shoppe’s booth to see the list of demos and their scheduled times.

  • Vendor: VZ3D Works

    Vendor: VZ3D Works

    Also returning to Nuke-Con this year is VZ3D Works!

    “We are passionate about our products and always deliver top-quality prints. We print our wonderful products on amazing Prusa printers, the best consumer-grade printers in the world! Other shops’ products don’t compare to the clean and smooth prints of our Prusa printers — don’t take a chance with anyone else! Check out our reviews, and you’ll see our customers agree!”


    As he puts is, Matthew works the perfect intersection of 3D printing and gaming. It’ll be great to see what new designs he’s bringing! Want a preview? Go to www.vz3dworks.com.

  • Vendor: Petty Printing

    Vendor: Petty Printing

    Jana Petty of Petty Printing is a crafter, and making customized dice trays
    and dice jewelry, plus gaming-themed tumblers and stickers is the craft!

    As Petty Printing is new to Nuke-Con, we encourage you to preview Petty Printing’s offerings on their Facebook page. You’ll recognize the Petty Printing booth by the bright blue theme! 

    Staffer Steve Note: Many of the items Jana makes can be made to order, so if you see something you like… perhaps it can be made to order in time for Nuke-Con!

  • Sponsor: Crazy Aaron

    Sponsor: Crazy Aaron

    Squeeze it, stretch it, twist it, snap it — just imagine with it!


    “Since 1998, Crazy Aaron’s has been making Thinking Putty® and other creations that inspire curiosity and wonder to kids and adults of all ages. From amazing effects like magnetism and UV reactivity to stress-relieving scents and DIY kits, there’s something for everyone. These carefully crafted works of art are made from Crazy Aaron’s very own secret formulas that transform amazing natural phenomena into highly designed products that are cool, collectible, and tons of fun!”

    Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty has been keeping hands and minds busy for more than 20 years, and its Nuke-Con’s pleasure to welcome him back as a sponsor!

    Fidget fun for everyone!

    Check out ALL the varieties Crazy Aaron has available over at https://crazyaarons.com/.

  • Vendor: Gaming at Joe’s

    Vendor: Gaming at Joe’s

    Gaming at Joe’s (another new face at Nuke-Con) sells board games and other board game related items, such as dice, dice bags, and jewelry.

    “All my work has its roots in realism and the challenge is to accurately depict the images in my mind. My work ties together realms of reality and fantasy, with forays into the elements of the world around me. The goal is to create fantasy worlds that other people can imagine themselves traveling to…”
    As you can see above, Joe is also an indie game designer, so when you visit his booth be sure to ask him about what he’s working on right now.

    “My passion is to tell stories, making games allows me to take my stories and bring them to life, though either video games or physical games such as board games and card games. I have found that games have two benefits for people, they both allow people to come together and create a bond, and they also allow people to escape to that world and take a break from their day-to-day life.”


    Joe has got a great display of his creations over at http://gamingatjoes.com/.      

  • Vendors: Kotachi Collective

    Vendors: Kotachi Collective

    We’d like to introduce you to Tim Coen, and in turn welcome Tim Coen as one of this year’s Nuke-Con vendors!

    Tim works with the Kotachi Collective, a group of artists who create, sell, and entertain.
    Tim’s specialty is 3D printed masks, dragons, and other articulated items.
    You can see several samplings of his crafts by clicking here, or on the image below:

  • Vendor: What the Cat Made

    Vendor: What the Cat Made

    What the Cat Made?

    Oh! The Cat made chainmail jewelry, battle babies, and other treasures to help protect you on your adventures!

    Most of the Cat’s designs are also customizable, so if you don’t see the exact color or size you want (or have a mighty need), just ask the Cat to make it for you!

    You’ll see Cat’s work at the booth they share with Rochelle’s Designs. https://www.facebook.com/WhatTheCatMade/