A fun and practical new approach to wargaming that lets you complete a game in about an hour—includes rule sets and scenarios for most popular periods. One of the biggest problems facing wargamers is finding the time to actually play. Most commercially available games require several hours to set up and see to a conclusion; some can even take a whole day or weekend to complete. Apart from time, lack of space can also keep wargamers from enjoying their favorite pastime. In One-hour Wargames, veteran gamer and rule-writer Neil Thomas has addressed both problems. Now it is practical to play a satisfying game in around an hour on a normal dining table or living room floor. The book contains 8 all-new sets of very simple rules for various periods—from Ancient to WW2—and thirty stimulating scenarios which can be played using any of them. All the rules and scenarios are intended to be played on a 3ft x 3ft battlefield. The rules only require a small number of miniatures, so this really is an ideal way for new gamers, or veterans trying a new period, to get started with minimal investment of time and money. Also ideal for a quick game in the evening with a friend. Also included are sections on campaigns and solo games.

Unter Szenarioplanung versteht man eine spezielle Methode der Vorhersage zukünftiger politischer, ökonomischer und demographischer Entwicklungen, die das Funktionieren eines Unternehmens beeinflussen können. Diese Technik wird hier von renommierten Vorreitern auf diesem Gebiet ausführlich beleuchtet - so lernt der Manager, verschiedene Implikationen plausibler Ereignisse und Einflüsse systematisch zu durchdenken. (11/97)

SILLY SCENARIOS FOR SILLY KIDS is a children's conversation game book containing loads of silly questions with hilarious cartoons! This kids book contains a range of 'would you rather' and 'what would you do' style questions. The games are designed to help kids think and develop reasoning skills. Watch and listen to your kids as they think through their answers! Best of all, there are no wrong answers! Kids will be sharing some of these family friendly scenarios with everyone in no time! Ideal for travelling families or those who need some laughs on the school holidays! This family-friendly game book is entertainment for everyone of all ages! Great for beginner and early readers too! These puzzles will naturally start a conversation, even with those are a little shy! A perfect easy gift idea for boys and girls! But be warned, some of these scenarios are really, really, really silly! Find these fun 'silly scenarios' and more inside: Would you rather ...be able to talk to animals -or- be able to control people's legs? Would you rather ...meet a superhero's sidekick -or- be a super villain? Would you rather ...kiss all the people you meet -or- kiss all the pets you meet? Would you rather ...skydive from a bus -or- skydive from outer space? Would you rather ...have no control of your legs -or- no control of the volume of your voice? Would you rather ...stay the same age forever -or- every year be a random age? Great for traveling and kid's parties! Silly Willy BooksThis book is part of a series of activity books by Silly Willy. Silly Willy has authored and illustrated an entire range of children's books designed to create laughs, grow imagination and challenge thinking. All books offer family entertainment. Other books in the series include the bestselling Silly Jokes for Silly Kids, Silly Riddles for Silly Kids, Silly Facts for Silly Kids, Best Jokes for Silly Kids, Silly Word Search Puzzles for Silly Kids (paperback book only), Silly Stories for Silly Kids and Silly Willy's Big Book for Silly Kids (Kindle eBook only).

A global pandemic finds millions swarming across the U.S. border. Major American cities are leveled by black-market nukes. China’s growing civil unrest ignites a global showdown. Pakistan’s collapse leads to a hunt for its nuclear weapons. What if the worst that could happen actually happens? How will we respond? Are we prepared? These are the questions that Andrew F. Krepinevich asks—and answers—in this timely and often chilling book. As a military expert and consultant, Krepinevich must think the unthinkable based on the latest intelligence and geopolitical trends—and devise a response in the event our worst nightmares become reality. As riveting as a thriller, 7 Deadly Scenarios reveals the forces—both overt and covert—that are in play; the real ambitions of world powers, terrorist groups, and rogue states; and the actions and counteractions both our enemies and our allies can be expected to take—and what we must do to prepare before it’s too late.

Properly researched and intelligently deployed, scenario planning is today’s most powerful tool for understanding and preparing for an uncertain future. Yet it remains a niche approach, poorly understood by leaders at large. To bring it into the strategy mainstream, leaders need advice on how to turn concepts (scenarios) into actions (strategy). Scenarios for Success delivers a unique and coherent account of the state of the scenario planning art. It is aimed particularly at those trying to implement its findings. Striking a balance between theory and practice, the contributors show how and why the core techniques of scenario thinking have endured and are still valuable, while bringing new tools and processes that keep scenario planning in touch with modern realities.

In Future Scenarios, permaculture co-originator and leading sustainability innovator David Holmgren outlines four scenarios that bring to life the likely cultural, political, agricultural, and economic implications of peak oil and climate change, and the generations-long era of “energy descent” that faces us. “Scenario planning,” Holmgren explains, “allows us to use stories about the future as a reference point for imagining how particular strategies and structures might thrive, fail, or be transformed.” Future Scenarios depicts four very different futures. Each is a permutation of mild or destructive climate change, combined with either slow or severe energy declines. Probable futures, explains Holmgren, range from the relatively benign Green Tech scenario to the near catastrophic Lifeboats scenario. As Adam Grubb, founder of the influential Energy Bulletin website, says, “These aren’t two-dimensional nightmarish scenarios designed to scare people into environmental action. They are compellingly fleshed-out visions of quite plausible alternative futures, which delve into energy, politics, agriculture, social, and even spiritual trends. What they do help make clear are the best strategies for preparing for and adapting to these possible futures.” Future Scenarios provides brilliant and balanced consideration of the world’s options and will prove to be one of the most important books of the year.

Development and the Information Age: Four global scenarios for the future of information and communication technology

Looking for tons of laughs and a fun-filled activity book for the whole family? Then keep reading!.. This book is packed with intriguing scenarios and hilarious "would you rather" questions. All players pick between two equally outrageous and unlikely situations that each person might give a different answer to. It's perfect for game nights, parties, traveling, and just about any time you want to connect with family and friends! Great for ages 5 years old and beyond. 'Would Your Rather Book For Kids' includes: 200 original and clever "would you rather" questions (2 per page) A variety of situations such as: ridiculous and hilarious, exciting and daydream-worthy, thought-provoking, and so much more! Hours of clean and family-friendly humor Engaging and conversation starting questions! A sleek size to easily slip into a purse or backpack No winners and no losers, just fun! If you want to get the good times going, then scroll up and click the BUY NOW button!