Frequently Asked Questions
- What is your mission statement?
- "The White Tower Gaming Convention was established to be a place for gamers or people who might become gamers could come and play together. We welcome everyone who wants to game or learn how to game. White Tower is sponsored by Boy Scout Explorer Post 2222 as part of its mission to provide safe, fun, and drug free activities for the youth and teens of the Ohio Valley. We also try to provide an atmosphere for gamers to meet and share ideas with each other.”
- What is the White Tower Gaming Game Days?
- The White Tower Gaming Game Day is a bi- monthly event held in the Wheeling, WV area. At our Game days, you can play various types of games ranging from various card games such Magic: The Gathering and Three Dragon Ante to role-playing games such Dungeons & Dragons and everything in between including Live Action games.
- I am planning on attending and want to play some of the games. What should I bring with me?
- That depends on what game you’re playing. For example, if you are playing Magic: The Gathering, you need to have your own deck. If you are playing a miniatures game, then you will need the appropriate miniature pieces to play. Some games will provide what you need. If you are unsure what you need to play, please contact us or sign up for the forums and ask.
- How do you choose what games you play?
- This is heavily influenced by the staff. We can only run an event if someone on staff is knowledgeable with the game play. Also, from time to time, we have representatives from various companies contact us to run demo games.
- May I request a certain game or event be run?
- Yes, within reason. Although we try to honor all requests, we can not guarantee your request will be fulfilled due to the availability of knowledgeable staff about the game. Furthermore, some games may require the participants to provide their own materials such as rule books and miniatures in order to play. Request should be submitted to the convention director at least five weeks prior to games days/ conventions so that accommodations may be made.
- I would like to run a game at your gamesday or convention. How would I go about doing this?
- You would need to speak with our convention director and demonstrate game knowledge and competence. A brief demo game may be requested by the convention director to ensure rules knowledge and enthusiasm. If approved, you will be given an opportunity to run a game at one of our game days or conventions.
- What are the perks of running games?
- You will get into game days for free. There will also be other perks that will be announced in the future.
- What is a Badge?
- A badge shows that you are suppose to be in the game day or convention. There are several types, but the main ones are Judges, Staff, Vendors, Guardian, Child and General.
- Who is required to have a badge?
- Everyone needs to have a badge. You get this when you register at the door.
- How much does it cost for a badge?
- For the general badges, which most people will get, it costs 5$ at the door or 4$ if you pre- register. At this time, you can pre-register by email and pay at the door. Also, if you are a child 8 year or age accompanied by adult, a Adult Guardian supervising a child under 14 or a members of the Media on duty, you will not need to pay for a bade(see Schedule section under pricing for more information).
- What items are given out as door prizes?
- Door prizes vary each event. Usually, it is something game related. In the past, we have given away prizes such as rullebooks, games, magic cards, promotional items, and gift certificates.
- What is a Gamer’s Flea Market?
- This is an open table where you can bring things to sell to other gamers. The seller is responsible for collecting the money for whatever he/she sells.
- Is food available on site?
- We offer a concession stand with soft drinks, popcorn and snacks. We are also located about 5 to 10 minutes away from McDonalds, Subway, Wendys, Pizza Hut as well as other eateries.