tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40464918710513969182024-02-21T18:43:36.447+10:00War-HobThe Title for this Blog, is short for Wargame Hobby. Well it is a New Year, so with the help my son, Mathew (who by the way, is a wiz with all things Digital) I have decided to create this Blog, which I intend to use as means to cover the wargames that my friends and I play in the distant future.
All Photographs Link To Large Higher Quality Images, So Please 'Click Through' For Better Image Quality For All Images Depicted Here.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-63782304953164215992010-04-03T16:23:00.002+10:002010-04-03T16:45:05.386+10:00First game of the CampaignI have been some what slack in writing, only Scott and I have been busy preparing for the up and coming battle which will take place this coming Wednesday (07/04/10) . The main antagonist will be the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetians</span> and the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Spanish</span>. If you remember from my early report the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetians</span> are based at <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pesaro</span>. Scott will have his army set up first and will chose the terrain. This is because the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetians</span> have been in the City and its environs for some time, so it stands to reason that they will take advantage of the terrain. So on the day the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Spanish</span> may have a problem on their hands.<br />I will post details of the battle some time next week end and hopefully have some photographs to accompany the script. So until then <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Happy Gaming"</span>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-85336945088006341122010-02-26T15:35:00.004+10:002010-04-04T06:17:27.294+10:00Sunday 21 Feb. 2010 Zulu Colonial Game<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/lFpaPJo2zT-_fejVH5C_bcmacCkfB1YR?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0ab81e/1/17/rM7XXodL2T_YMYMGx99-uYEoYTOcCdbD.jpg" alt="IMG 1668" title="IMG 1668" border="0" /></a><br />Last Sunday <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russ, Warren and I</span> played an interesting Zulu game. Russ put together the Scenario using <span style="font-weight: bold;">"The</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Sword and the Flame Rules" by Larry V. Brom</span>. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russ</span> and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Warren</span> played the<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Zulus</span> while I was in command of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">British</span>. The object of the game was for the British to get their gun from the base line onto the hill, top left hand corner in the photograph. Fire off two rounds into the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulu</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Kral</span>, then make it back to the base line. After some difficulties the British would have achieved their objective, only the British did not get back to the base line, due to the gamers calling it a win for the British and running out of time. Here are some photos of the game (should you wish to enlarge them, I am afraid you will find that they are somewhat blurry, sorry about that). Slide 1, shows a British platoon under attack by two <span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulu Regiments</span>. This platoon decided to rush ahead, paying no attention to the surrounding terrain, that could hold hidden Zulus After putting up a brave fight the platoon was pushed back. If you look closely you can see <span style="font-weight: bold;">Lord</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Chelmsford</span> peering through his scope. The platoon did rally and come back into the game. Much to the relieve of the British commander. The lesson is "Always stay in support and don't run ahead".<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/rWLL9MYE5j-IN5KNwnWMLU8N_zCZJ69H?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0ac363/1/7/Z_JfcP8W5z_ZJhwQd_8XmhkJJuZw8Jtb.jpg" alt="IMG 1670" title="IMG 1670" border="0" /></a><br />Two scouts run into a <span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulu regiment </span>armed with rifles. This particular regiment inflicted some heavy casualties on a British square later in the game. With some very good dice throwing by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Warren.</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/0IEB2tIgzD_gwibfOmwn7NZwlyOHcQ2a?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0acc91/1/162/-0QbjgFa6j-LrXBkivsBSnjZCqM3cPF-.jpg" alt="IMG 1671" title="IMG 1671" border="0" /></a><br />Another view of the lone platoon that ran ahead of the rest of the British units. One figure in this platoon won a posthumous <span style="font-weight: bold;">Victoria Cross</span> for valour in the field, I intent to paint a little "Gold" mark on the figure to represent the <span style="font-weight: bold;">V.C.</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/CEjsx3devD-kZ-xnDJzKE6NtVr1twQAa?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0ad18c/1/121/iGSOyKFWyz-P1VFAaTr8FIC8cWZd4aJU.jpg" alt="IMG 1672" title="IMG 1672" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/dm4qppo51T_7jqSnREVGbeWtGKLf5Hvn?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0ad532/1/15/C8sBhebm5z-1RZVOeuqto_i6vo2gDDiM.jpg" alt="IMG 1673" title="IMG 1673" border="0" /></a><br />Two slides of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Lord Chelmsford</span> with the platoon. This is a nice figure from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Redoubt Miniatures.</span><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/GMm596OYsT_tzOAuATMOk46qZmh7h0uR?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0ae6b5/1/101/zN877rqKxT9gvj2FHazb1Y1_BRAOrvOg.jpg" alt="IMG 1674" title="IMG 1674" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/7umXntSJ3D81pGL9uOqz89h7b54CG2i4?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0aedcd/1/28/AX8Gfna24z-FMLXly8TDekLPAS0odfXd.jpg" alt="IMG 1675" title="IMG 1675" border="0" /></a><br />Second platoon moving forward, seeing their comrades under attack. This platoon gave support to the platoon in the centre that had to retreat. The gun was limbered and moved back. You may ask "Why didn't the Zulus attack the gun" my reply is "I do not know".<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/WFdCvi9asz80d97aKz-6hnH12kJIaH2S?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000001e0af4d1/1/79/SEfulcCB1z8qm_CGY_M5BoOzkg8fpjgD.jpg" alt="IMG 1676" title="IMG 1676" border="0" /></a><br />Final slide, shows the British under attack from the front and rear by two <span style="font-weight: bold;">BRAVE </span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulu Regiments</span>. The<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Zulu</span> regiment attacking in the rear were also hit in from behind by a British platoon. You can see the gun and its crew, taken in the flank by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulus</span>. The <span style="font-weight: bold;">Kra</span>l was at the foot of this hill. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russ</span> had some very bad dice rolls in this combat. Rolling I believe seven ones! The figures faced down represent wounded. After this combat, we called it a win for the <span style="font-weight: bold;">British</span> , the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Zulus</span> would have found it difficult in stopping the <span style="font-weight: bold;">British</span> from achieving their objective.<br />This the second time that <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russ and I</span> have played these rules and each time we have found the rules to be a joy to play and to those who think that it was an easy victory for the British, let me say "That it was not a walk over for me".<br />Terrain was put together by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russ</span>.<br />Our next game will be a <span style="font-weight: bold;">World War 1</span> scenario <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Battle for the Conde Canal"</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">1914</span>, where units from the British 2nd Corps faced the German <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Steam Roller"</span>. So why not dust off those history books and brush up on this battle.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-88557264910871368572010-02-04T19:37:00.007+10:002010-02-05T12:50:17.783+10:00First Photos of Our Italian War Campaign.(editor's note: images link-out to reveal full-size, correctly oriented pictures)<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Vst-c5xh5T9_Q6j6rX4nZOCkiW6VH2-0?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bdf2e61/1/79/I9y3UPnl6j9ppY8vVlfeLfLUdEr7lQLK.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />Photo of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Map of Italy</span> during the initial opening moves. The <span style="font-weight: bold;">French A1 army</span> under the command of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Charles VIII</span>, <span style="font-weight: bold;">King of France</span> are in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Naples</span> and their <span style="font-weight: bold;">B army</span> is based in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Nice</span> (enjoying the sunny climate). <span style="font-weight: bold;">Papal States A1 army</span> commanded by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Prospero Colonna</span> in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Terni</span>,<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Spanish A1 </span>army commanded by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fernando d' Avalos, Marquess of Pescara</span> in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ancona</span>. The <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetian A1 army</span> is in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ferrara</span> and their <span style="font-weight: bold;">B</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">army</span> is in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pasaro.</span> Remember Italy was not a unified country during this period of history. It was broken up in to individual states and Cities, governed by Kings, Princes & the Pope.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/xciDzXi77z9FQeq9zi_VYMcZajCmFrDU?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bdf3779/1/230/oN00skh54T_-WdESAh2Gej5kt_cW-HoN.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />As you can see the French main army based in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Nice</span><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/ZgcnZi3X5z8sqqXGQ55ATu-McSA5SAcd?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bdf4144/1/177/puLOMpr81D8K-rJa_cyElRBAmW3oz78G.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />The position of the Venetian, Spanish, Papal armies. Note the markers in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venice </span>and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Piombino</span>, these represent the agents of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venice</span> and the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Papacy</span>. They can do a great deal of damage to ones opponent, such as instigate revolts assassinate an opponent's general and influence treaties.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/GgMP4DOS0T8N3eemSjNvx7VBR9Fwf9-I?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bec7858/1/243/ohWeqBei7D9A-_dHUIip5tnzAr7IfpJu.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />Another photo of the armies positions. In the next turn the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Spanish A1 army</span> as moved into <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pasaro</span>.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/9MRUU6_zwD-oKIxQTV0bDKyfvB2cQe14?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bed6da7/1/221/CPzhh2shxT8zVjdqaZ-rxrBOKMT-zbBO.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />French army B, basking in the Mediterranean sun. They need to be aware there is a plague in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Genoa, if they march through this area they can lose a portion the army.</span><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/ET9Nuhj35T_UdpT8eEyTXs3KdI4U_tJJ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bedcb97/1/96/TSlmh3B04z-VUBU5tcTgjSG7EXFtqIqk.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/17W3RoVz7T-hZ7Y_crZ7FLjOhUsWMFyH?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001bedcf37/1/17/bmIhI-qs2D_Xz38m0kO4fnmcrYXblTxQ.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/dkA1eCuI6T9qrYjapS_QYgxovY4HrGkZ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000001beddb5d/1/247/APX4iupVmz-4iL7kWKSZjF3dnJA2qO7F.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />Three photographs of Heavy Cavalry in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Battle Mass</span>. A <span style="font-weight: bold;">Piquet, Band of Brothers</span> formation.<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/9bRUAwik4z8Vf-EBOzt-jVhA7SOiO44I?referrer=hlnk"> They are waiting for the fisrt encounter with the Venetians or French.<br /></a>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-71541324905177446302010-02-03T10:01:00.003+10:002010-02-03T10:39:09.611+10:00Italian Campaign. France plunders Naples. Venetians Falter at FerraraThis is the lastest update of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Campaign</span>. <span style="font-weight: bold;">The French King, Charles VIII</span> played campaign Card #2, collecting 9 florins in Italian Revenue. This he needed as their war Chest is somewhat empty.<br />He discarded Campaign Card #18<br />Campaign Card #33 allowed the French army to plunder <span style="font-weight: bold;">Naples</span>. This dastardly action gave Charles 18 florins for his War Chest, bringing the French total to 27 florins but he lost 6 Victory Points.<br /><br />The last we heard of the Venetian 1st Army was they were in the area of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ferrara</span>. Well the Genenral of this army decided to lay siege to the City. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Oh Dear!!!</span> He did not succeed. The Citizens and Soldiers of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ferrara</span> put up a brave defense and sent the venetian General "packing".<br />This is how it happened. The Venetian general committed 50 florins of his army, giving him plus 5, he also gained a plus 1 as this was the first part of the siege: this gave him a total 6 to add to a dice roll of a D6, a 2 was rolled equaling 8 <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Not bad he thinks. I have a chance to take this City"</span>.<br />Well it din't quite work out like that. The Citizens of Ferrara had plus 3 for the area, plus 2 for garrison, giving them a total of 5. this ment a 4 or more had to be rolled. The d6 was rolled and they throw a 6 giving them 11.<br />The Citizens and Soldiers of Ferrara jump for <span style="font-weight: bold;">JOY</span>, as they had repulsed half the Venetian army. "Now the Citizens hold a Holiday on this Day".<br />The Venetians lost half their army in this siege.<br />The last bit of news we heard, is that a messenger as just arrived at the Venetian camp, ordering the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetian General</span> back to <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venice</span>, as the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Doge</span> and <span style="font-weight: bold;">The Council of Venice</span> would like a <span style="font-weight: bold;">little Chat with him!</span> Remember <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venice </span>was a <span style="font-weight: bold;">Republic</span>.<br />Some consolation though, camapign card #21 gave them extra Influence Chits and Campaign Card #31, Spanosh Disease, ment the Spainish had to give up 2 Influence Chits. Leaving them with none.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-68293176978572869312010-01-30T08:11:00.006+10:002010-02-03T12:22:49.876+10:00Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Italian Campaign BeginsScot and I have now commenced the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Italian War Campaign</span> and I must say that I enjoy trying to work out Scots next moves. So far the situation is as follows:<br /><br />Scot represents France and Venice, yours truly represents Spain and The Papal States.<br /><br />France A1 army of 120 florins under the command of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">French King</span> is based in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Naples</span>, A2 Army recruited in <span style="font-weight: bold;">France</span> and now marched onto <span style="font-weight: bold;">Nice</span>. (No doubt enjoying the Sunny climate)<br />Venetain A1 army of 59 florins is based in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venice</span>, A2 army of 41 florins commenced the campaign in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ravenna</span> and as now moved to<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Pasaro</span>.<br />Papal A1 army of 72 florins under the command of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Prospero Colonna a condottiero</span>, mustered his army in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Rome </span>and as now moved onto <span style="font-weight: bold;">Terni</span>.<br />Spain A1 army 82 florins under the command <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fernando d' avalos, Marquess of Pescara</span> landed at <span style="font-weight: bold;">Cosenza</span> and as now marched onto <span style="font-weight: bold;">Barletta.</span><br />The Spanish army draw a Campaign card denoting a plague in the region. On a throw of 5-6 a plague breaks out but fortunatly the Spanish commander throw a 2 "Phew"<br />The Papal Commander picked up a <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russe de Guerre</span> card with a <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fabian Tactic</span> which means my Papal General may avoid having a battle forced on him until the start of the next campaign phase.<br />Let me say "For those who wish to follow the campaign, why not get out a map of Italy and track Scots and my movements".<br />Campaigns are not everyones "Cup of Tea" but I find them challanging, in trying to out wit ones opponant and reading the Historical aspects of the period.<br />Now I'm waiting for Scot to make his next move(s).RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-41006981489086470602010-01-15T19:25:00.003+10:002010-01-15T20:17:53.952+10:00First Trail Game for Italian WarsGoodevening to you all, just a short post. Today, Scot and I played a trail game in preparation for our <span style="font-weight: bold;">Italian War Campaign</span>. The game was for the soul purpose to get an idea of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Piquet"</span> Rule set <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Band of Brothers</span>". We may have made some minor errors, having not played them on a regular bases before but when all is said and done, we both had a very good game. I dont know about everyone else but the more I get used this game mechanism the more I enjoy playing these rules. You either hate or love<span style="font-weight: bold;"> "Piquet"</span>, as for me, the more I play "Piquet" the more I'm able to gain an understanding of the philosphy that underpins this system. This is coming from someone who in the past did not wish to play them. Iam no expert yet in how to use the rules to benefit the armies I game with but given time I should beable to hold my own with the more experienced players.<br />Ho! by the way, Scot won the game, his <span style="font-weight: bold;">Gendarmes</span> performed very well on the day. No! it was not an easy victory for him, he had to work hard to win, especially when he had to take on 1 unit of Household Cavalry and 2 units of Heavy Lancers. I apologise to all those readers expecting photographs, only there was no camera available (The Newspaper people, forgot to pack it hA!). Scot has very kindly given me some Landsknecht Pike and Arqurebusiers, these will look good form either my papal guard or a Landsknecht pike block, once again Thanks Scot! and thanks Russ for lending me your figures for the day.<br />We are now ready to start the campaign, so when Scot and I set a date, I shall commence writing up the background on events and I do hope the "Newspaper people brink the camera Ha!". "What you my ask were Scots Units like?" I can sum in one word <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Fantastic!!!!"</span> and with that I shall sign off.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-4595618953701034562010-01-11T17:49:00.004+10:002010-01-11T18:35:15.070+10:00Up and coming "Pike and Plunder Italian War Campaign"Before I continue with the news, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone who reads my Blog sight <span style="font-weight: bold;">"A Happy New Year"</span> with plenty of gaming. Now for the news, yes! I know it as been a long time since I put fingers to the Key Board, only I have been busy painting figures, for the Itallian Wars, Franco-Prussian War, World War 1 Russians etc; etc; <br />At this moment in time it will be Scott and me playing the Campaign. Scott will represent <span style="font-weight: bold;">France</span> and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Venetian States, </span>as for me I shall represent the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Spanish</span> and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Papal States</span>. The Rules for the campaign are <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pike and Plunder, Wargames Campaign Rules for the Italian Wars Version 2"</span> by <span style="font-weight: bold;">James Roach</span>. I purchased these rules in 2009, for a princly sum of 5 Pounds, I must say a bargain. Having studied them they are well structured and easy to follow. The rules for the Table top gaming are <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Piquet Master Rule Set"</span> by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bob Jones</span> and <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Band of Brothers 1200-1600 A.D 2nd Edition"</span> by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Peter Anderson </span>and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Ken Baggaley</span>. These Rules are what Scot and I will be using but I see no problems if a gamer wishes to substitute anothor set of Table Top Rules covering the Late Medieval Period.<br />Scot has been busy painting figures, Pike and cavalry units etc; the finished figures I shall get to see this coming Friday 15th when we will have a game. If I know anything about Scot's standard of painting, they will be <span style="font-weight: bold;">Magnificent!</span> It will also give Scot a chance to the Map of Italy, which I have had enlarged and laminated.<br />So! for those who wish to get into this colourful period, then I recommend you visit<span style="font-weight: bold;"> James Roach's Blog Sight</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pike And Plunder", </span>where you will see photographs of his figures, gain an insight to the Italian Wars, plus read some very interesting Senarios.<br />In the future I shall be posting the progress on the Campaign and poblish photographs of the Battles.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-83239635142969303032009-09-22T22:58:00.006+10:002009-09-28T14:07:56.097+10:00I'm Back.! "Zulus Knocking at the Door"<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Mg4K0opG7T-cv2zkMUah3prwvYPzNvRP?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e36d3/1/133/0ULNDp8L6D98kaBGFBgqWpfhh0a4hgSA.jpg" alt="pic12" title="pic12" border="0" /></a><br />Hi! Everyone, it's been a long time since I posted anything on the sight, yes I know it's remiss of me but I have not done much gaming lately. It fact, as you will see, this Zulu game is the first game that I have played since the Franco-Prussian game in June.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/4n02Zvp_1j_irwuYtIgAAqoOcZFrOJBu?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e3578/1/5/JiQfP2sw1j_ZizFLhdqU21Gxv7JhDxqX.jpg" alt="pic11" title="pic11" border="0" /></a><br />So last Saturday the 19th Russ and I played a very enjoyable game of British fighting off a Zulu attack, you mind say somewhat simmular to <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Rorke's Drift"</span>. The above photo shows the Zulus knocking on the front and side doors. The Zulus at the front door ended up depleted and being pushed back.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/1bgvKJlf4z_qioiEotu8aeSdQ8otOw0q?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e33ee/1/195/zL5pERihxz80pZ2bSzIlQQ4spOFCex5u.jpg" alt="pic10" title="pic10" border="0" /></a><br />This is a another view of this part of the battlefield. As I said this unit of Zulus suffered heavy casualties and were pushed back. I this was the player in command of the Zulus, ME, holding the world record on the night for rolling Ones! Note the Catling gun and figures, these belong to Russ that he purchased from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Front Rank miniatures</span>. The detail on the gun and miniatures are the quality one gets with <span style="font-weight: bold;">Front Rank</span>.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/EOfcuRz7zz89_IvBNV_Vuou7mS730pk5?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e32de/1/166/lTLBEqZq4z-HGtr2E7Q4YfvYteA_KmEk.jpg" alt="pic09" title="pic09" border="0" /></a><br />In this photo the British have build a wall from mealie bags. As with the Catling gun, this piece of the scenery was supplied by Russ. The unit behind the bags fought off two Regiments of Zulus<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/8XYLkg_C6T91SWv3gqfa1MZUg0fnajAx?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e3234/1/166/ViSdHUiO1D8038Cz-djJ9r537WwnLOAs.jpg" alt="pic08" title="pic08" border="0" /></a><br />Before the game I took a photo of the rules. Let me say, if you want a set of rules that not only reflect colonial warfare but give you <span style="font-weight: bold;">FUN</span> then <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Sword and the Flame"</span> are for you. The game we had was the first time we played using this set of rules, we both found them not only easy to use but gave Russ and I heaps of laughs!! Russ (British) thought he would get over run but the rules for all their simplicity in the end balanced everything out. So in future when Russ and I play colonial we will be using these rules as well as <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Piquet"</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/jpF40qWG6z8iP9M4rPbxUV7enoq1SYDJ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e30d6/1/60/dJ_Kvxz03j9NNg51mbyhsaq2FJzaaXfn.jpg" alt="pic07" title="pic07" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/oLnFtkdawD-1K6CUPIgtz_Vy0juWKZ05?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2fb2/1/185/AJ-5mFxW4D8fEcnPSnvT70AT8b-8BfVE.jpg" alt="pic06" title="pic06" border="0" /></a><br />Two photos of showing two Zulu regiments rushing up to take on the British. The Regiments in the middle of the photo finished the game some-what depleted.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/7MdpcUAp3D9hwDNtxKdyLObh0PUOj0YG?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2e18/1/254/JMZIPOPO3T9BuCNi3bWoJgKYeW2jut3E.jpg" alt="pic05" title="pic05" border="0" /></a><br />Russ did a <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Bromhead"</span> trick holding a unit in reserve. Remember, in the film <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Zulu",</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Michael Cain</span> formed the firing line to plug a gap. This reserve unit are standing by a waggon I scratched build from lollypop sticks. What one can do with a little imagination.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/vCkHfl__6D-FfEal_OiQ1s1WKQP9QdQQ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2d37/1/103/ql-hC-3e6j_NMP4FW7JFjDZfNlb6piLL.jpg" alt="pic04" title="pic04" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/QC71G8C14D_VJN-rdAkxpboLUTqlWHKs?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2bcc/1/130/fc8mXXNX6j_z-5ZUcBGV1rNz9bOc_iRx.jpg" alt="pic03" title="pic03" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/MECD8ti1sz9A6pVg6YDhngHSHHh8q60S?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2b47/1/64/MIwJcI0S3D95FWH-VAYV1CBdkfKgy2BG.jpg" alt="pic01" title="pic01" border="0" /></a><br />Well! Russ' reserve in our game was not called in to the action, he only had to use one figure.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Jd807EcX5D9KQvH7274KePc5kcm9fEXi?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110e2abc/1/91/KIjYLMTcxD_-v5O-EYgma70boxfd8mnp.jpg" alt="pic02" title="pic02" border="0" /></a><br />A better photo of the Catling gun with crew.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/-H4zxhlk0T9ssQ2AzJCwyccTudONtwuw?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000110d115c/1/238/lJUtWz_Y5D-sFRxv1rBMrVuYdh_M5B_H.jpg" alt="pic01" title="pic01" border="0" /></a><br />Well thats it for now so until my next game, which will be a battle from the Austro-Prussian war, which Russ will be putting together, Happy gaming and remember "Game to have Fun" <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Stop</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">the Press!"</span> our little group are about to commence a <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pike and Plunder Campaign, (version 2)"</span> in the near future. Using the very good system developed by <span style="font-weight: bold;">James Roach</span>.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-7510715660875504662009-06-27T22:24:00.001+10:002009-06-30T16:59:22.887+10:00Saturday 26/06/09. Wargame Scenario Prusian left flank "Battle of Worth"<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/sPrnOE-l1z8vaQjZ4UFEyjDTLMOu0oF0?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae37c11/1/112/1AVMS9ns2z8SCa_HcL2Gxf6pvFpwmTet.jpg" alt="28ab" title="28ab" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/yGsAE1g5zT86dyfwQgSqU8HvVB9lgMfz?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae379d6/1/143/REqCPOgx2D_wLnVGVk6E0E0LkdQXHUnJ.jpg" alt="27aa" title="27aa" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No 1. As the early morning sun ascents into the skies above, the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Wurtembergers </span>are about to step off to confront the French at the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Battle of Worth"</span> or the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Battle of Froeschwiller"</span>. The battle took place on the 6th August 1870. The French were under the command of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Marshal MacMahon</span>, the Prussians under the command of <span style="font-weight: bold;">H.R.H the Crown Prince of Prussia</span>. The main protagonists on the day, were the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bavarians, Wurtembergers, Hesse, Nassu and Saxe-Weimers</span>.<br />There was no actual plan for the battle, the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Prussians</span> just happened to collide with the French, while the French were taken by surprise. A some what typical type of battle in the early stages of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Franco-Prussian War</span>.<br />For this game I featured the attack of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Wurtembergers</span> and a brigade of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bavarians</span> around the town of <span style="font-weight: bold;">'Worth'</span>.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"Command Pique"</span> were the rules used on the day of the game.<br />On conclusion of the game we discussed the strength and weakness of the rules. One main critisisum was the slow movment of the units, put down, that there were not enough monvement cards in the packs. The answer may lay in the fact, that we did not use these card effectively. Another comment by a player, was that the rules did not provide the player with a chance to manuvar. This I doubt, because the players who had the cavalry were able to move their units around the flanks. Another comment was, "The cards run the game" yes they do, but this is to give the "Fog Of War". For gamers who enjoy the sequence, "you move I move" then <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pique"</span> is not for them.<br />These rules provide the author with the ablity to think and not be able to counter an opponants moves as in "you move I move". Remember, Generals today have a great deal of technology on hand to assist them in achieving their goal, where as in the periods that the majority of use play, generals did not have such technology and had to rely on their natural skills. I feel that to game these rules one must take time to understand them.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/gOQOKHND5T_r5usb-2D2sBOALopWGeJb?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae34dbc/1/71/QMGluYr-4j-1Totnr3ff7kjTct4fo9Kz.jpg" alt="01a" title="01a" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No2. This brigade of Dragoons were on the left supporting the Wurtmbergers. As the progressed this brigade came to blows with 2 <span style="font-weight: bold;">French Cuirassier Regiments</span>. They ended the day loosing the Melee and fleeing the battle field. The figures represented the <span style="font-weight: bold;">1st Lieb regiment</span>, <span style="font-weight: bold;">2nd and 3rd Regiments of Baden Dragoons</span>. In the actual battle it was the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Wurtemberger Dragoons</span> in this position.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/K-8SILdk7j-fqTMYf0r5lALoGDyTQ6iD?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae35ea4/1/201/NlOokBrF2D94PeX42iFqtKTGz23_a4gp.jpg" alt="06f" title="06f" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No3. The <span style="font-weight: bold;">Baden Lieb Dragoons</span> coming to grips with a regiment of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Cuirassier</span>. Both were crack units. The Daroons ended up loosing the melee and fleeing the battle field.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Yq4LLxJp6z9iGXA7MVA0UURc2xY0vr3H?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae3662c/1/137/5MjceZ217T85wodnkq5l0r9sUr_ZvelJ.jpg" alt="13m" title="13m" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/9iJJQiN04z9Ui9joxsVMLgCqFjvZS2A9?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae3637b/1/52/OgkQbasq5T8yXF7aBOyQZpU_uHgJLP5v.jpg" alt="11k" title="11k" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />No 4 Two photos showing the <span style="font-weight: bold;">brigade of Bavarians</span> in position, waiting for the order to move off. The brigade commander is <span style="font-weight: bold;">Major General Dietl</span>.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/3vxd0hTL0z-11IC2KdokrHJxytc4u_Dt?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae35344/1/10/Xep_EpDU6T-TShegZ6Y2ai-wE3x-ANtp.jpg" alt="02b" title="02b" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No5 The same Bavarian Brigade moving up onto the ridge. The Brigade came under heavy French fire from the famous <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Chassepot"</span> rifle. Along with the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Mitrailleuse"</span> the was greatly respected by the Prussians. To the extend, that the Prussians would often target the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Mitrailleuse"</span> batteries with their artillery.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/gOQOKHND5T_r5usb-2D2sBOALopWGeJb?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae34dbc/1/71/QMGluYr-4j-1Totnr3ff7kjTct4fo9Kz.jpg" alt="01a" title="01a" border="0" /></a><br />No6 The same dragoon Regiments as featured above. The figures in the left hand corner of photo represent Major General <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">von la Roche-Starkenfels</span>, commander of the brigade, with two dragoons as escourt. Reading from left to right are the <span style="font-weight: bold;">1st Life Dragoon Regiment (Leib Dragoon Regiment) Red Facings, 2nd Dragoon Regiment (Margrave Maximillian) Yellow Facings and 3rd Dragoon Regiment (Prince Charles)</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Black Facings</span>.<br />If Iam putting on a scenario, I always get a sense of satisfaction in researching the battle, regiments and Generals, plus the historical background of the actual battle itself.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/wpovNvJq4D_EGlUld1eoluosndw4Ydsg?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae35940/1/147/A_91w5hs5T9HOv9eD3-FKG04yylHmxzk.jpg" alt="04d" title="04d" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No7 French line infantry, ready to receive a charge from the Bavarians. After a number of hard fought melees, the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bavarians</span> were routed and the French testing their morale, falling back, lucky not to run off the battle field.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/uDPec_Qm1D-6Z6InT-Fhe1xGjG6BpTLl?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae35b50/1/52/RLxKWJIa3T_1DCa8rejCn71Q1Fr0TPZ-.jpg" alt="05e" title="05e" border="0" /></a><br />No8 View of the French on the ridge.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/fHuiCJxr6z9wiUzdy3Plk9jmN0ZkPsmv?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae361a8/1/94/GG4OdHfNtT9s_CeTTikQaa7dONtFzzR8.jpg" alt="09i" title="09i" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />No9 Two Battalions of Wurtembergers moving up. This Brigade finished up the Neiderwald.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/f2aTtI5M7D9Us53MJyXUA1NduvzG_4kK?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae37880/1/20/XKjAoWvq0z9c7clSC3G8O8aVj31xGBph.jpg" alt="26z" title="26z" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/jqsFR7_p0T-UQpGkN2onB2OHKdE1kMKK?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae36b84/1/174/1zdiJSX65j8PU-bAxKsmqesHCPfxVI3_.jpg" alt="20t" title="20t" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/2JwWTJZTwD8UZfpxsKu24raXJuVNhPEP?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae36a54/1/32/ihy-r1ll1z9HGU_O5kMDFqiH9T6kVkJq.jpg" alt="19s" title="19s" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No10 Three photos, Looking along the main road of <span style="font-weight: bold;">'Worth'</span>. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Baden</span> troops waiting for the drums to beat the advance.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/ChWrUUB24j9rANNm4-46he2KflWu8tqE?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae38067/1/81/DnwMyili2T9WKE4L9z7wYNYjqzoS_04e.jpg" alt="30ad" title="30ad" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/spY1F2qq7T__XILS0iCPfiCsrGCzvLrk?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae37f33/1/181/yuW_ZfM00D_fhNrnr6SEz1BuhXOKPISJ.jpg" alt="29ac" title="29ac" border="0" /></a><br />No11 Scott placing his French units on the ridge. The top photo shows the final set up of the French.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/VtbtWDjc0D_E_BMsVVRZnESdFhf6N7Ri?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000ae38160/1/150/IOusyKRVyD_gKcxMc7H6DeovBEnsRibM.jpg" alt="31ae" title="31ae" border="0" /></a><br />No12 These French units faced off with the Bavarians.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/gBOOUdkEcT9kYpKRAHjMVGE6lMhfIRlj?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000ae368fb/1/231/-M-OOdyB6j8Tvu7z4ZDn7soRtAhaU5Ni.jpg" alt="17q" title="17q" border="0" /></a><br /><br />No13 The town of <span style="font-weight: bold;">'Worth'</span> before it experiances the noise of battle. Little did the town know that it would give it's name to a battle.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-59283943256301255392009-06-23T19:31:00.000+10:002009-06-27T22:36:02.881+10:00Preparation for Franco-Prussian war scenario "Battle of Worth"<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/un0fBm1F4T8BF2BkPNM1XYtPKAX1oTbl?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e5454/1/243/qs8qWPwZ1D9FpuiXxDg5c-160S1nPzu1.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 05" title="14-6-2009 05" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/RMMLuKAE4z9O-TObbksiOpZ1jXElnB4V?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e55e4/1/195/yjgCVeb_0j-lVYP5GBqtAMOF_YTbSmwL.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 06" title="14-6-2009 06" border="0" /></a><br />Hi! everyone, it's been a long time since I have put fingers to the key board. My time as been spent painting <span style="font-weight: bold;">Franco-Prussian War Foundry figures</span> and preparing the terraine for the up and coming scenario, the Prussian left flank attack against the the French position on a ridge out side the town of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Worth</span>. I have not included the river that actually runs through <span style="font-weight: bold;">Woth</span>, as I have yet to see if I have enough river segments to run the full length of the table. If I dont, I shall not worry, as it did not seem to impead the Prussian attack.<br />The game will take place this coming <span style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday, 27/06/09</span>. I will give a brief outline of the actual battle on the weekend, so stay "tuned". The 2 photos represent the town of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Worth</span>, I have placed a factory on the outskirts of the Town, just to give an Industrial effect. The Model is a office and engine shed model kit, the chiminy stack is an off cut of PVC Piping (those off cuts, do come in handy). The Town itself was in the centre of the Prussian Line. Note the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Prussian Gun Limber</span>, passing though the Town. The model is from the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Foundry Figures Franco-Prussian War Range. </span>This company produce figures of a very high quality.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/QlHD23Fn3D_ZP_0ufOnYdjL03Xw7QguW?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e73b2/1/194/OE9c_z-1vz9AnqldIaCWXvDdWzDofdY_.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 14" title="14-6-2009 14" border="0" /></a><br />A little way down the road is a farm house with a smal wood along side. I bought the Farm House from <span style="font-weight: bold;">BattleLine Scenic</span>. The Rep is based at the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Class House Mountains</span> here in Queensland and Yes! He does have a "Web Sight".<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/voEkKUem0T_F8cBFnAnZQUbnGaWIb7Rb?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e7aea/1/216/QG6hY91PuT9DW2dSBlSXHZ6suMTK9ZMw.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 17" title="14-6-2009 17" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Z_Ynvvsx6j-DJKfDmOkSsVKYHnY5UbB7?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e76c2/1/178/QFCexaIjij8yUizKCZ9Dc2AsDag8JQz6.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 16" title="14-6-2009 16" border="0" /></a><br />Two shoots of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Niederwald</span>. this Forest was occupied by French Chasseurs at the sart of the battle, but they were pushed out by the Prussians. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Niederwald</span> was on the extreme left flank of the Prussian line and on the right flank of the French.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/KGJ4bTebwT9TnN-32I6meIh45UZaOOBL?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e703d/1/219/rFL-uzk9zD-45EQ_qb7gR_UmU5M44LSg.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 12" title="14-6-2009 12" border="0" /></a><br />A view of the ridge looking from the road. The French actually took up postion on this ridge<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/0IRt4yFb0j8_qeEBUAoWStW0nB9LIYj7?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000a1e87d8/1/97/hgftcQtg2j9P998wAA9GOJvllWrxamPV.jpg" alt="14-6-2009 20" title="14-6-2009 20" border="0" /></a><br />Another view of the Town. <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Command Pique" </span>will be the Rule set that we will be using on the day. To save time, my friends have asked me to roll up each armies characteristics<br />I shall bring this brief narrative to a close so until the the next chapter, heres to Freindly Gaming.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-30850830466894462972009-05-03T16:31:00.000+10:002009-06-27T22:40:32.306+10:002nd group of photographs - captions to be edited<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/i3HKad5p4T-ukqhbRnD9l5SJnC_AbVFI?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d5f8e/1/15/nEWCzBLhzj83h8kVarc-AmKqu8PjIjlv.jpg" border="0" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" /></a><br /><br />insert comment here<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/UPkUPFumzD9JDF9ltoB3-PAxSOf-K-wX?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d64e7/1/36/XnT_mQ8i5D8bhJk5LH4JsazTwvsQ7Ts9.jpg" border="0" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" /></a><br /><br />insert comment here<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/anFeB_L36T9awXP80w-55Ow3x5k4zlkt?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d755c/1/120/Bf2ebPHS4T9Irj8fqaEzR-ykLlkq2VVZ.jpg" border="0" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" /></a><br /><br />insert comment herer<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/ADHAPjIKsz-N91m0t9c5j220CRakNotC?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d7aef/1/15/QJ15DRAjpj90cZ19Ug7KJXSqG5qdJ4_e.jpg" border="0" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" /></a><br /><br />insert comment here<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/WVrEzQsg5D_MeSp0l9NTtb8aWOFjmI18?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d7e55/1/252/-tXZ2tZB6D9m5zVqjAvcDPztsqZgaCIL.jpg" border="0" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" /></a><br /><br />insert comment ehreRFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-85075904614834601442009-05-03T16:28:00.000+10:002009-06-30T14:24:40.715+10:00Layout of Trench system and Japanese Figures (Russo-Japanese War)<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Z-t4PBlq7j8mCrIvpgjYX7GCq_HxngUv?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d71c2/1/184/8eOqGp7r4D-31wTI-ceJpvRuLT2BRyhv.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br />Long time since I last published somethink on my Blog, I thought I would post up some photos of the trench system I construted ealier this year along with the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Old Glory, Boxer Range Figures"</span> that I told you about a couple of months ago. The first photo is taken looking along the trench.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/mAznWphV1z8hINCKRQkjxKJw5TCpF3Hw?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d542d/1/77/mS9HVOTO4z-nVkkc7W4gHXya-6aG4fOe.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This is the back of the same trench, taken from behind the command post. The materials I used were, cardborad and clay for the banks. Sand and cat litter, giving the rough effect to the banks. Lollypop sticks were used for the roof of the command post and for the decking. The sacks are from <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Green stuff"</span> from <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Wargames Workshop"</span>. I have yet to add more features, like barbed wire, boxes representing ammunition etc. In the third photo are <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Old Glory Figures"</span> painted to represent Japanese Infantry in the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Russo-Japanese War"</span> of <span style="font-weight: bold;">1904>05</span>. I have painted them in their blue summer uniform, in the back ground is a squadron of Japanese cavalry. I've yet to paint more figures, which are on my paint table, all undercoated and ready for the paintbrush. I rather like these figures for their animation. The flags I made myself.<br />This Conflict saw extensive use of deep trenchworks, artillery, barbed wire and machineguns. The observers from other Nations didn't seem to learn any lessons.<br />So, I'm slowly preparing for the time when I can field both sides in order to game this period.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/mQVcBsMI5j-PV16bnirJCdQ-8w1LxAWf?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000078d5b30/1/218/OAcTGbxXxT-u3kOtuFKz9Hro9K3kNbV6.jpg" alt="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" title="Host unlimited photos at slide.com for FREE!" border="0" /></a>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-13060496049592796972009-03-22T17:22:00.000+10:002009-07-03T17:31:38.222+10:00Battle of "Toledo"<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Ewnjb7674T--t3pGz4F_SSg1jwju2_WG?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000536278b/1/230/KHMNHZeLsT8M36chZm3gsPp_7wY8Xi3Y.jpg" alt="P1230686" title="P1230686" border="0" /></a><br />As promised, the report on the game that Russ and I played last sunday. Another view of the "village" used as terrain in the game. The village was placed on my right flank.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/w3dhp10S5T8vH5p_7d3O8K4EGTO3PQsp?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000536269f/1/105/DCb7hX9tyj_SXDqaK38NKJfIkeh5kZ-p.jpg" alt="P1230687" title="P1230687" border="0" /></a><br />Same shot of the Church that I featured earlier.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/EJ3FEeDG2j_MAQ062uT_ndHBh1CWdMn2?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005362563/1/106/9buPaB--5T9lc20t2kUt19ScFf5on2fp.jpg" alt="P1300717" title="P1300717" border="0" /></a><br />Blacksmith hard at work, unaware that not very far away are two armies about to join in combat for who has the right to rule.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/hmgs5F772j-bqtyPFhn3M1HWuiKVSB1y?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f000000053624f0/1/94/tK1yVik85z_xd479AIThQQlZu1hAIHt-.jpg" alt="P1300716" title="P1300716" border="0" /></a><br />a local Squire about to bring in supplys for his "Boss".<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/vGVuVrQdyj9qQWMEvSSrKShf_SogqksM?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005362320/1/88/D83nf9Vl4D_sYZiYbGPvvNxKKQvcUADD.jpg" alt="P1300732" title="P1300732" border="0" /></a><br />I title of this slide is <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">"The Young Infante</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"> and his personal </span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Standard Bearer</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">"</span> joining the army, ready to do battle against the <span style="font-weight: bold;">King</span>. In the background are <span style="font-weight: bold;">Andalusian Allies.</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/-PQ2QE4c4z-vksIAXDVIesPldcVJUDEy?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005362288/1/141/zP1lVECd0T92JwLWIdyTBMhvsWZI3MRr.jpg" alt="P1230681" title="P1230681" border="0" /></a><br />The Infante has now taken up postion with his personnal <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">"Household Knights"</span>. These were placed in the centre of the battle field.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/TmktcAo03z8EoGSWqFjqHf2UGhND6dWq?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000536220f/1/202/0AubjFjzxT_TbEorArYJXpgJih_Vl-Ne.jpg" alt="P1300731" title="P1300731" border="0" /></a><br />The Infante's close "Friend" <span style="font-weight: bold;">"The Bishop Of Castille"</span> (Figure holding the Standard) In the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"WarHammer El Cid Rules"</span> I payed extra points making him a <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Crusading Bishop"</span>. The unit that has this character is a powerfull force to be reckoned with. Leadership of 10 subject to Hatred.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/dPj1zYD0zT_5u0_Z0d1i8BoDZEUwyx5N?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005362086/1/27/DMe6cOGIwj80648DOiduHdBoWdAbxzPC.jpg" alt="P1300750" title="P1300750" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/37QEiqdi7j_eNO7BA5oXkkI1M_APpnpZ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000536200e/1/112/EZR_-xwH4j_t60lqYM05ux5qzgZBzwpA.jpg" alt="P1300752" title="P1300752" border="0" /></a><br />Two photos of the very same Bishop coming to blows with the Kings unit. I am sorry to say the Bishop lost the combat, resulting in the entire unit running away. I had to throw panic tests for three of my units, guess what happened, yes, your right, all three failed, which resulted in all three running off the table, leaving my left flank exposed. After this poor excuss for dicie throwing I surrended the game to Russ.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/D-XY-WgJ7z-4RvetcNBUPIHV1JXBC_1T?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361eb0/1/1/rlApDNLS4z-QtB-34HYcRhvoNexh4rzJ.jpg" alt="P1230682" title="P1230682" border="0" /></a><br />My Battle line looking down the left flank. The unit in the foreground are another <span style="font-weight: bold;">Andalusian</span> infantry unit.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/oAP6iXGU7D_B4c_Bz-WE_X6FVJMWk5bN?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361e3a/1/106/HgusUo_X7j9t-KJqRlqNI3P6U6aYe2ws.jpg" alt="P1300728" title="P1300728" border="0" /></a><br />Russ' Right flank, showing a number of crossbow men in skirmish formation.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/sRoLlpAG7D-sVjPkGut6XIE9rAC_2fCw?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361ddd/1/81/eEpRoTBxtz-Mi9-a-FxUilu1DMETyuYr.jpg" alt="P1300743" title="P1300743" border="0" /></a><br />My skirmish archer unit facing the Might of Russ' infantry<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/7W7b55gY4z9t4CnuXANz8FWSNIb7YfKU?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361ced/1/240/RwI3UJzR5T8lAtSSYmKnVISgSogwSjLF.jpg" alt="P1300737" title="P1300737" border="0" /></a><br />Unit of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Caballeros</span> charging my mercenary bow unit. This combat lasted 2 turns before my unit decided they had had enough, so they ended up going to the Inn in the village Ha! The <span style="font-weight: bold;">Caballeros </span>swept all before them opening up my right flank.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/AxkrmV9E5T_kbZYH49NHJlRYT5Q-cpZP?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361c50/1/15/VI4Jbk0JzT_5hfut5y8mDU3HJ9Z9KCum.jpg" alt="P1300746" title="P1300746" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ballesteros</span>,Crossbow men about to recieve a charge from Caballeros light cavalry. I thoght by standing and shooting I could inflict 25% on the charging unit, but alas I failed leaving the Crossbow men to fight gallantly on. In the end they just could not hold and ended up making off in the direction of the Inn. Yes! the Inn Keeper on the day made a fortune. He was last seen sun tanning on the local beach.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/GlXSvEaL6z_Ix-6tFKzk4DMWncTHG2jY?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000005361afb/1/168/9siOTv-j1j_xK60sSFQtdTmiuTZbpdnq.jpg" alt="P1300748" title="P1300748" border="0" /></a><br />My Infantry looking on Russ' Battle line. Note the middle flag of the unit in the foreground, this I used as my <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Battle Standard"</span>. The flag features the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Virgin Mary holding Christ"</span> as you have not already worked out, the day did not go to plan the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Renegade Infante</span> ended up running away. The photo below is the same one as featured above "How did that sneak in"?<br />I always enjoy using <span style="font-weight: bold;">"WarHammer El Cid Rules"</span> Russ and I use them whenever we play a medeval game, which I must say is a favourite period of mine. Hope you enjoy looking at the photos, as much as I enjoyed taking them.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/TE0XvPOuyT-S8YiYCWeNYZn7wrbzDgnI?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f0000000535ec90/1/1/gPP5ruUlgj9Sz7ErKaULNTH0OMm0SnsV.jpg" alt="P1300746" title="P1300746" border="0" /></a>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-9814385867136366182009-03-15T19:07:00.003+10:002009-07-03T17:51:47.181+10:00Village Church Scene<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/iPpJAzYKzz-hZ2kLwc4bKrpHkCVnUHQa?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c24580/1/31/8bYDCxly5z-HdWR5bd2Tuep-63l4l-Qk.jpg" alt="P1230687" title="P1230687" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:lucida grande;">First of all it has been a while since I last posted any news, so I thought I'll open up with a couple of photos of a section of the village incorporated in the game that Russ and I used as terrain in the game played last weekend, more about the game later<span title="Click to correct" class="transl_class" id="0">ред</span> I think this is a fine shot of the Church, which is a fine piece to display on the table<span class="transl_class" title="Click to correct" id="2"></span>. The<br />trees lend that touch of realism, what do you think? The Waterfall, scatch-build - the idea came from a "<span style="font-style: italic;">Railway Magazine</span>" I read at our local library.</span></span><br /><br />(editors note: here's a link to two such items held by the excellent Brisbane City Council Library, '<strong><a href="http://elibcat.library.brisbane.qld.gov.au/uhtbin/cgisirsi/S/ZZELIBCAT/0/5/1?searchdata1=%5EC190917">Australian model railway magazine</a>'</strong> & '<a href="http://elibcat.library.brisbane.qld.gov.au/uhtbin/cgisirsi/S/ZZELIBCAT/0/5/1?searchdata1=%5EC273919">Model Rail</a>')<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/qBAv8yL33D9g8FDA3cnZp7mxCvjrqhJ9?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c24770/1/42/YCh38kmfpT96QpRVAwGvRFf9fbXUrR6E.jpg" alt="P1160642" title="P1160642" border="0" /></a>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-82786349961318335452009-03-15T19:04:00.000+10:002009-04-14T13:21:29.006+10:00Battle of "Teledo" cont;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/3OZxeXajwz9DGHEiRSDQM_KKZS-gIZey?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c23e8e/1/253/EhJXF15j6D-u9ZomZGCFzSz4uWakTr1l.jpg" alt="P1240699" title="P1240699" border="0" /></a><br />Well here I am again, I've just come in from constructing a trench in preparation for a <span style="font-weight: bold;">World</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">War 1 </span>game Titled <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Take The Village"</span>. This will be in the Future, more on this when the date is set and the game has been played.<br />Now for the long awaited photos taken during the game <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Battle Of Teledo"</span>. This photo shows a better view of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Battle Standard</span> and the unit protecting it. The unit by the way did not come to "blows" with the enemy<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/3JizbeZq5D9WpVpfsHBkIjxjcUSn8PDQ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c23fed/1/250/J3SJgaNp7T-eEyESBZ_RuGi4DdbWwMlQ.jpg" alt="P1230692" title="P1230692" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The Infante's Unit, just to remind you this unit was in the centre of the Battle line. Foregive the movement try, I ment to flock it prior to the game, but never got round to doing it.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/sGkcfA8EoD8C5O6Yjzt3aZr47zHIGSIg?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c2417c/1/239/nlcrho4B1j9s3LzjJj_VjWYVSYTgSun8.jpg" alt="P1230691" title="P1230691" border="0" /></a><br /><br />A close up of the Andalusian allies<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/ITxTOPrM6j8GFLLo_qBLrVC5ISYq1O14?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/2/S/2f00000004c2425e/1/4/WqxhHcOP4j8w0Zg5VrC5aIiocwohW1Y7.jpg" alt="P1230689" title="P1230689" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Mecenary Light Cavalry in skirmish formation this unit had two rounds of combat then decided to run off the battle field. They were last seen heading for the Inn in the village. The actual view is the right wing of my lay out.<br />Just to let you know, I have just finished painting my first 3 units of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Japanese 1905 </span>Infantry and cavalry 2 x 12 infantry and 1x10 cavalry, the Cavalry I mounted on <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fenlon Horses</span>. Placing the Cavalry figues on the Fenlon brand of horse makes them look good. I have started on painting 3 more infantry units, by this rate, I hope to have all the Japanese painted with in 4 to 5 months. If I don't have time to paint the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russians </span>I intend to use my<span style="font-weight: bold;"> World War</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">1 Russian </span> Figures. You may say, that the uniforms may not be the same, well the cut of the Russian uniform did not change much only the colour, which eventialy changed from White and green to that of Karki. I shall post photos of the Japanese units in the next day or two.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-33727640644195933882009-02-24T20:15:00.001+10:002009-03-03T19:29:39.764+10:00Mahdis Take On the Brits<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/uibie_EJ6z8gkOey3LqqV9uNEjN6hBXq?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036991ef/1/97/NKVAx-B22z-xuWdLjaU7m12QjARpa4c6.jpg" alt="P1020501" title="P1020501" border="0" /></a> As I promised I have posted the photos of the game that we played on the 22 Feb. The players were Scott and Russ, British, Kevin and yours truly Mahdis. The British objective was to take the village, which had been occupied by a small force of Mahdis. This little "band" were supported by two "Brigades" of Mahdis placed behind the village. The first photo shows the Mahdis in the village. The commander is in on the roof of the house in the back ground.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/yC_sfZapsz_jEs4FiWdsFl5LtoyGNql_?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036993c9/1/207/NTssS2qT4j8FjxYkPxaLE4yvwBv_YAUH.jpg" alt="P1020502" title="P1020502" border="0" /></a><br />Camel riders, which, as the game progressed were unlucky enough to come up against British cavalry. Yes! you guessed it, they were defeated in melee. They ended up being routing and had to be removed off the table.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/zAnOZCTdyD8gRvCl8gvmg7zCTkie_Yl0?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036994b6/1/150/or17FnKH0D-TMujA7aTriwW1xCRFmHCF.jpg" alt="P1020504" title="P1020504" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This skimishing group taking cover in the rocks were in my force this group were charged by a British unit, who I am glad to say were only pushed back a couple of inches.<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/M6buTWwR5T88OUTCeJDr0BKa6-xoemfD?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f0000000369960a/1/68/4uWFYJIc6D_pS4LdQAncdxBNLufOZg7q.jpg" alt="P1020506" title="P1020506" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Egyptian</span> troops who unfortunately did not get into combat. The unit in front of the Egyrtians were one of Scotts' elite units, who were charged by two units of Mahdis and ended up routing 36" inches back, almost, but not quite off the table. Well done Scott.<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/OHgL0Zl3yD8DlndR2sylk5jfYOS4izIp?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036997b3/1/85/RQKZfqGd4T9UIIL36Fc2JP8jPkRtCrEo.jpg" alt="P1020509" title="P1020509" border="0" /></a><br />Another photo of Kevin's wing. This wing did very well, has they pushed Russ' British flang back to the edge of the table.<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/tHHSYnv23j-Wn4qQ1lX_5UUNUT90MU8F?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003699915/1/58/4I7cOXo-qT8LQBwONz9WTUcOF3UwAxmo.jpg" alt="P1020510" title="P1020510" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Top view of the Russ' cavaly, positioned on the British left flank. It was this unit that forced the Mahdi Camel riders off the table.<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/OtUx_adK1z9OPYIFRLS0O98pKGFuBL8N?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003699a1d/1/189/v7GN7E8C7T8yD4wP_-25RParBpauwi9c.jpg" alt="P1020511" title="P1020511" border="0" /></a><br />Another photo of Russ' British flank. Note; the Scarlet uniforms of the Bitish infantry. Remember this is the early period of the Sudan campaign, when some British units were still in scarlet. Remeber <span style="font-weight: bold;">Mr Jones</span> the Butcher (You know, the one who, in every episode had the line "They don't like it up them Mr Mannering") in <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Dads Army"</span>. If my memory serves me correctly, in one episode, he wears the uniform that he wore in the Suden campaign. It wasn't until about 1881 that the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Kakhi uniform</span> began to be introduced as the standard British uniform and then they were still wearing scarlet in the early stages of the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Boer War"</span>. <span style="font-style: italic;">Incidently I have read that the scarlet tended to fade to brown</span>.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/4DZSvNoQ3D_PftzoC6YNpp-pvwm_V7K0?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003699b87/1/166/UEM_cQTcwj8zAdBv7XF93aH9xiaIhQBM.jpg" alt="P1020512" title="P1020512" border="0" /></a><br />Cavalry unit in the top of the photo got as far as the centre of the Table. The British units in the foreground ended up in the rocky terrain.<br />The terrain and figures (apart from the cavalry featured in the last photo) were from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Scott's fine collection of Suden miniatures.</span><br /><br />It was a victory for the Mahdis, the British having failed to achieve their objective, well they did end up where they started from. The rule set we played with was <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Command Piquet"</span> by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Brent Oman.</span> These Rules are not everyones "cup of tea" especially for the majority of us gamers who are used to "you move I move" rules and are used to thinking in a linear mode. as for Me I find them some what refeshing.<br />It was an enjoyable day, made even better, because I had a victory over Scott. Once again many Thanks toScott and the rest of fellows for a day well spent.<br />Next, will be the report on the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"El Cid"</span> game that Russ and I intend to play in about two weeks time.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-74597295960957471102009-02-23T11:18:00.000+10:002009-03-11T15:25:22.286+10:00Medieval Scenics<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Dsqpo9ks7D_lGqiKbuhKQpnrqC7mcR6J?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003695aac/1/242/tr7tDlNB7T8R05dw4lLEWCQSqwGW4stP.jpg" alt="P1010489" title="P1010489" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />It has been some time since I have posted anythink, so I thought I will display a few photos of my Medieval figures. as I said at the very beginning this is one of the periods I enjoy gaming. The photos represent a small village at the edge of a Desert. I was going to use this village as a back drop to a future Crusade game, using the suppliment <span style="font-weight: bold;">"El Cid"</span> from <span style="font-weight: bold;">War Hammer</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Historical</span> but I have changed my mind and set up a small village, somewhere in Europe in its place. I will post the new layout before the actual game, which may be in 3 weeks time.<br />The figures are from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Mirliton Miniatures</span> which is an Italian company, who produce some very fine miniatures. As you can see, these figures are from their <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Diaroma"</span> sets, this group is the the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Black Smith"</span> shop. The Building is from <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Conflex"</span>.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/LQyH5sHk5z-gCytUutWWne7amPzRgMH8?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003695e2f/1/41/SLh200sJ5z8SXPAcPEX_Sz5ZV6-oEtzO.jpg" alt="P1010490" title="P1010490" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />A Knight taking the blessing from the Town's Priest, before setting off to seek his fortune. His travaling companions are watching the "Smithy" hard at work. Figures by <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Crusade"</span> miniatures.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/XKQuXXto5j9lepIscinOBenABThY7ScQ?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003696138/1/132/EWDyJW9L6D8LJcUFrhHdGpNurEfFm3vv.jpg" alt="P1010491" title="P1010491" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />The water fall near the Village. Scratched build by me.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/4myiP2K_2T_lnV4GopDCpLUZuitJduti?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003696336/1/115/Vs_huMjP4z-2S2QB4hOppbgU4gznwDyA.jpg" alt="P1010493" title="P1010493" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Top view of the "Smithy". Top Left hand corner is a knight waiting for his horse to be shod. If you can use your imagination, you can almost picture him tapping his toes of one of his feet, inpatient to set off with travaling companions.<br /><br /> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/bFOm3LiwzT_jKSG_P3Hd4yDauPspion-?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036964c5/1/170/U_nCafsS7z9HQ6MjIFZrZNShMwJUGL4v.jpg" alt="P1010495" title="P1010495" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />The actual village on the edge of the Desert. Note: the two European buildings, lending a stark contrast to the Eastern buildings.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/tAdJnVqI6j9kQJnxhrKFBokJ4X4eF3m7?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f000000036965ce/1/24/nHE3iFFRxj9UAr9xO5n9lkN8hnCjuNsK.jpg" alt="P1010496" title="P1010496" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/oExe84ERxj8r-CVQ3gofLRM0ocB5tgQA?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003696721/1/236/CfcLdG1p4z9irdwRXPlfVMDISzQA6YzK.jpg" alt="P1010497" title="P1010497" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/V-UwGnx14T_SjLn1BaF3xughUKaB0It6?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000003696961/1/168/lks2b7Bq3z_H9HrrObV4K8S0MOPPBrWb.jpg" alt="P1010500" title="P1010500" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Three photos of the same village. The two fields by the river, are that of an Orchard and Olive Grove. Remember there are some fertile ares in the East.<br />Along with the Historical aspects of this period, these miniatures lend a realistic feel to any Wargame table.<br />Coming soon! photos of the Suden game, that I and a group of friends played at Scot's house on Sunday 22/02/09 and what an enjoyable day it was, Thanks Scot! Until then "Happy Gaming".RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-34325440363720277282009-02-11T19:09:00.000+10:002009-02-13T06:30:59.383+10:00Figures on the Waaay!!!Not much to report right now but only to write that I have just ordered my first set of Old Glory Japanese Figures from Old Glory, from there Boxer Rebellion range. The order was for 30 infantry and 10 cavalry. They are in the blue uniform they wore during the Boxer Uprising and continued to wear into the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russian-Japanese War of 1905</span>. If anyone saw the film <span style="font-weight: bold;">"55 Days At Peking"</span> they would have seen the Japanese Colonal in the film wearing the Blue undress uniform. During the winter months they wore Khaki and inorder to keep warm in winter I believe the infantry wore the blue coat under their Khaki coat.<br />I intend to paint some units in Blue and some in Khaki, hoping to give the impression that the winter uniforms have not got through to all the infantry in the field. The Russains I intend to do the same some in Khaki and some in their famous white and green uniforms.<br />These figues will be the first, towards building both the Russian and Japanese Armies in preparartion for gaming the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Russian-Japanese War</span>.<br />If anyone is interested in this period then there is a Russo-Japanese Society on the Web. that covers all aspects of this campaign, well worth a visit. There is some good reading in The Tsar's <span style="font-weight: bold;">Last Armada</span> by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Constantine Pleshakov</span>. A detailed account of the Russian Fleet sailing from their Home port in the Baltic, through to the <span style="font-weight: bold;">South China Sea</span>, only to meet the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Japanese Fleet</span> at the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Battle of Tsushima</span>. Come to think of it, it was a remarkable feat and don't forget "Rising Sun And Tumbling Bear"<br />Now I have to wait for the post so I can start painting.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-39645718518626257702009-01-26T18:02:00.000+10:002009-01-26T18:38:50.835+10:00General "Blinky" Scott or "Mind that Tooth Pick"<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/BGI8Gm36wz9_IHUKdm8OBNtnCGDFkIHX?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e51f91/1/105/VrODNcyZ0z-74fuLvwoxLAQXA7W4DHia.jpg" alt="PC050216" title="PC050216" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Photo of General "Blinky" Scott avoiding a rather large tooth pick.<br /><br />Players on the day<br />Scott other wise known as <span style="font-weight: bold;">General "Blinky"</span><br />Russ alias <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Wait for me"</span><br />and Me, Robert <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Where's me cuppa tea"</span><br /><br />Rules commenced with <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Din of Battle"</span> finished with <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Command Piquet". </span><br /><br />Out come: A draw.<br /><br />I had a very enjoyable day and I,m looking forward to the next Colonial game at Scotts in Febuary. Then onto creating a Colonial Campaign using <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Command Piquet"</span>.<br /><br />Before I sign off, on the Easter Weekend <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Casterway Arts" </span>holds a Wargames Convention at the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Lenna Hotel</span>, here in <span style="font-weight: bold;">Brisbane</span>. So, if you are interested in the hobby, participate in a game, purchase figures or Terrain or just want to come and look around, then why not come along.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-60729083672973354052009-01-25T19:27:00.000+10:002009-02-15T16:16:46.019+10:00Colonial Setting of a small village in the Sudan<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/iMnp7m6u6D-43lbw_PAw0u1yqlLhc3Ea?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e54a99/1/32/YhD1eEAy2T_wywv8AeQUjbeOxS3jER0T.jpg" alt="PC050197" title="PC050197" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Photograph of a deserted Sudanese Village, ready to be occuppied by British Troops, who have orders to hold it against an expected Mahdi attack.<br />The Buildings were scratched build. Palm Trees were supplied by Scott and I must say they lent an authentic look to the table. Thanks Scott.<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/gBsN3EY4vj-PvAPxzoc3eD65jezWYFQS?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e548ed/1/125/Pr095dYj5T-PSQMwgZyS7vrCndmZ_xfh.jpg" alt="PC050198" title="PC050198" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Second view of the same village, showing the river crossing.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/TIo2QQVOxz-s_4WEu1sLVgHktxnVdLXH?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e54713/1/57/OIOXkr_9uj9-WYmGJ4LJWP_ZKOckPmBj.jpg" alt="PC050201" title="PC050201" border="0" /></a><br /><br />British troops, under the command of <span style="font-weight: bold;">General "Blinky" Scott</span>, are set up in the village. Note the Camels in the village centre. These were painted and supplied by Scott who purchursed them from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Casterway Arts</span>. Who by the way does an extensive range of Colonial miniatures.<br />Have you spot the weakness in the British defence, yes you've guessed it, bottom right hand corner. The Mahdis did take advantage of this but the British did eventualy move a company across to fill the gap. The Cavalry in the top of the photo did move out of position in order to stop an attack coming in on the left flank.<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Fg9O-Wi96j_4iw8YZHvX2dHDevQ3VdBu?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e54603/1/69/qF6Wsybavj__8I4_ZH-WR7oARt0dyjRW.jpg" alt="PC050203" title="PC050203" border="0" /></a><br /><br />insert caption here All is ready, as troops seddle down to a long wait in scorching Sudanese Sun.The Machine gun covering the track is supported by a company of navel troops from "HMS Lost in the Dessert" If anyone finds it, plaese let these unfortunate sailors know Ha!RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-73608061284835892492009-01-25T19:25:00.000+10:002009-02-15T16:18:36.202+10:00The Attack Commences<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/YGGSTuSMzz_rdDvtgGjkli9LdkgtYNaA?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e536c3/1/242/Pjh4pwUc0T_tgCHOeFTu1HMeAsg8giRR.jpg" alt="PC050212" title="PC050212" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Rear view of Mahdi command stand. These were painted by Scott who has a very fine collection of colonial figures and if I'm not mistaken, Scott would have painted the flag by hand. The Commander of this flank was "Wait for me fellows" Russ.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/-d9zW_ef7T-wTOoqMOxGkcqU4hwZIhcD?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e528a2/1/150/ytvCon3V7z9o29M0rSlVm8UPuQxh9zst.jpg" alt="PC050222" title="PC050222" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This bunch commanded by yours truly, Robert otherwise known as "Where's me cuppa Tea" Oh! thats me bottom right hand corner, running after the bunch who has run off with the Kettle!<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/Cfr7YtXo6j8QlnBrvn2ecehBkU5X97Yq?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e52c27/1/182/iCe7YAHutj-q_fBr_jGlOmv7p83eqdvK.jpg" alt="PC050219" title="PC050219" border="0" /></a><br /><br />British Cavalry about to contact group of Mahdi. The cotton represents the unit as fired by the way they missed.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/JPmaKqxe0D_nybSvp5LjIpPMrkOJLq-X?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e521af/1/94/9waupdyV5T_arQdqAZPIWebxkGKUv5eR.jpg" alt="PC050206" title="PC050206" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Mahdi on the British left flank, Note, the small dice representing the number of hits. This group actually came into contact with a British company pushing them back, causing them to take refuge in one houses in the village.RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-29099753193196670702009-01-25T19:19:00.000+10:002009-01-26T19:05:59.717+10:00Defence of the Village or "Where's Me Kettle".<a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/FNor0kHq5D-Tu7Gk4L6twQ00YwTFMvTk?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e54287/1/192/vFWuZgYO2z-VXb5U2r8hp5Qx4KbBj-Oq.jpg" alt="PC050208" title="PC050208" border="0" /></a><br />British left flank, covered by an artillery piece and two companies of infantry. After putting up an Heroic stand in combat with two units of Mahdi, the Company outside the building, end up taking cover in the building.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/HoTRa2hv6D-O7v9GUGeWJq0L9Wppn8h6?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e54566/1/140/1p5boitn4D-ZzchnGEVK32XFQpM-dNwT.jpg" alt="PC050204" title="PC050204" border="0" /></a><br /><br />View of the "Lost Navel Company" covering the track, they have just fired on My bunch, you know the ones who ran off with the Kettle.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/pBYnJoVE0D-n5hPIBk-Si62Ih4n518YO?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e5250d/1/188/gGiK-oUInz9cybyUxNosBtlu0qrbCI6j.jpg" alt="PC050202" title="PC050202" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Russ' command ready to go into action. These figures were painted by Me.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/IiGbxXeh1j8-zRAfmRVewY5yS0k1IUFI?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e52d55/1/6/7XhQJY556T87aD3bLrkIyqLT4I9iP2eR.jpg" alt="PC050218" title="PC050218" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The same bunch who took on the Cavalry. No they are not Lancers, in the early part of the Sudan Campaign, I believe, the British Cavalry used spears taken from the Mahdi.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/s/loYI73Vh0T865RiXI_9uCUcF9_VfpE5a?referrer=hlnk"><img src="http://widget.slide.com/rdr/1/1/1/W/2f00000001e5299b/1/36/__BAj5xw4z_vLcSqEWKjDvBK4cpyhg1h.jpg" alt="PC050221" title="PC050221" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The bunch who ran off with the Kettle. knocking on the door for water. I dont think the British were about to oblige but sent them "packing" instead. Serves them right. How do they expect their commander to go into battle without a "Cuppa".RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-59874270258191370292009-01-23T12:19:00.000+10:002009-01-23T19:02:03.899+10:00Baden Command Stand with Removable Flag.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWuWx0Ma2tTM_F2GPrrTQh31I8bWW5o3kuhTS7DOXoilJyenGeucZ3lNpv609_lKf16KWYXOPyM2zKkzP1gxyw8hei92QOlDzHrDnTHkhRyOw97MTxoUkN5QhocsWGo3r4QPwzP4jD-bU/s1600-h/10.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWuWx0Ma2tTM_F2GPrrTQh31I8bWW5o3kuhTS7DOXoilJyenGeucZ3lNpv609_lKf16KWYXOPyM2zKkzP1gxyw8hei92QOlDzHrDnTHkhRyOw97MTxoUkN5QhocsWGo3r4QPwzP4jD-bU/s400/10.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294309335373022546" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw_dIKy-yeUP5siJu8oW4c5GtSCbc4UZ1kNAhBxZuLwW6pAVVi9Y6Lx2NiIahdFNQ14OCTO1R3znUgeuD3_Bov7vCCE9X_PaVoRkQrKNOzS55ThNpDEKllzaU5qMavaSm9UTS5Y_1KNY0/s1600-h/9.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw_dIKy-yeUP5siJu8oW4c5GtSCbc4UZ1kNAhBxZuLwW6pAVVi9Y6Lx2NiIahdFNQ14OCTO1R3znUgeuD3_Bov7vCCE9X_PaVoRkQrKNOzS55ThNpDEKllzaU5qMavaSm9UTS5Y_1KNY0/s400/9.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294309333239983858" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJbnIKWHkFrUEKd2sTktiIFTEC-0O2gf_p8BH8akSdp4fpMugoS135BpgYqTKRbfmd584EOjWw_0kBvjFj2UnU9_RzD2jXcdqC_MvkH2B3rAea-9r0GkouQdKHfk3l0DYBsCqK7iSL8Q8/s1600-h/8.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJbnIKWHkFrUEKd2sTktiIFTEC-0O2gf_p8BH8akSdp4fpMugoS135BpgYqTKRbfmd584EOjWw_0kBvjFj2UnU9_RzD2jXcdqC_MvkH2B3rAea-9r0GkouQdKHfk3l0DYBsCqK7iSL8Q8/s400/8.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294309334022981602" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmrPPItSsGSRqyhEZ1CwZQbS9-JRMK1gExvC7NxGYEXBFYZy5iRy_4fnpGl9bweEfqfam3mVaIoK8MrbvB-c3clrO2vRyxqnJcMAZMmN9A3QSbKvaz_y1Qx0OI7iUihDwjL92PzSUho3c/s1600-h/7.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmrPPItSsGSRqyhEZ1CwZQbS9-JRMK1gExvC7NxGYEXBFYZy5iRy_4fnpGl9bweEfqfam3mVaIoK8MrbvB-c3clrO2vRyxqnJcMAZMmN9A3QSbKvaz_y1Qx0OI7iUihDwjL92PzSUho3c/s400/7.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294309333672834066" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiTZnqosGR6nuSpfCYzPdnibM34FtAYcb1Ek4EgG2sR36DiCcitKyQg73d2l8LlRO_R7LpZ8gK0exRPVlB06tffAJ0qnDbmcalQcdPkbdH94qvOjnP8W5EaSLC9NjlS56vhY7mnY8HSAs/s1600-h/6.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiTZnqosGR6nuSpfCYzPdnibM34FtAYcb1Ek4EgG2sR36DiCcitKyQg73d2l8LlRO_R7LpZ8gK0exRPVlB06tffAJ0qnDbmcalQcdPkbdH94qvOjnP8W5EaSLC9NjlS56vhY7mnY8HSAs/s400/6.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294309323463813650" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> The top photo shows the flag on a command stand. The bottom photo is the completed standard glued onto the fine tube. I used P.V.A glue as I find when dry, it does not show through the paper.<br />The flag itself is the flag of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Baden</span> a region of <span style="font-weight: bold;">Germany</span> that borders <span style="font-weight: bold;">France</span>. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Baden </span>were allies of the Prussians in the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Franco-Prussian War of 1870>1871</span>. As you can see on the bottom photo I have not painted the highlights on the flag. This you can see on the finished flag held by the standard bearer. Yes I know the flag is oversize, but I like to see flags stand out on the table.<br />The miniatures are from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Eureka</span>, they fit in very well with the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Helion</span> miniatures in my Franco-Prussian War collection.<br /></div>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-57516643935709834002009-01-23T11:50:00.001+10:002009-01-25T17:56:11.242+10:00Assembling Removable Flags<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsCmx7hTP2vG3jeSL2Y7MBTh3lMs7tVOHaTVlAZPcmvLwq28mGNA3Yg6tTd3p2hoXT5e2G9FSywsQvr1y0-05rwB8T1_b2P-ct4sgKocTCB4pCJN8knOS2pomgHAZlmKNBJD3PdnQsMNQ/s1600-h/5.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsCmx7hTP2vG3jeSL2Y7MBTh3lMs7tVOHaTVlAZPcmvLwq28mGNA3Yg6tTd3p2hoXT5e2G9FSywsQvr1y0-05rwB8T1_b2P-ct4sgKocTCB4pCJN8knOS2pomgHAZlmKNBJD3PdnQsMNQ/s400/5.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294301214994699970" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXl-MDmctXOSNXVGA3iWcV6HfeXJCYEBjAbY4XOvYas_oGsrKWDHzk8PyK4sIAaST4hymfzIMQwXTmVU-lUf5LSPCvDviAwEq7PZWqcAA3nHJ0YJNlYxRo0JemsgnhH8REBmAlUiFZTuI/s1600-h/4.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXl-MDmctXOSNXVGA3iWcV6HfeXJCYEBjAbY4XOvYas_oGsrKWDHzk8PyK4sIAaST4hymfzIMQwXTmVU-lUf5LSPCvDviAwEq7PZWqcAA3nHJ0YJNlYxRo0JemsgnhH8REBmAlUiFZTuI/s400/4.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294301207468110530" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyAsfClJJ85k54J3soh-_IBG1WARY_BUdjKOAT1yRWbuCK-EWyZZGRN5cSJFiLh7jAue_1OsuwVliWBvftzyo0xi7BqVzHSK5m9bGquBJgxbBvaWqs2NeZJ6dVib62L8iskGCo8MpgMQ/s1600-h/3.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyAsfClJJ85k54J3soh-_IBG1WARY_BUdjKOAT1yRWbuCK-EWyZZGRN5cSJFiLh7jAue_1OsuwVliWBvftzyo0xi7BqVzHSK5m9bGquBJgxbBvaWqs2NeZJ6dVib62L8iskGCo8MpgMQ/s400/3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294301207378893298" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOOemxlSt9xuzxQia5qIO-Jb7ClhD60jXGN-hTc_lwZMAujOn3ByJYtkQTntjxAihjCNL7rAKU-UNatxpFtzHrr026kPdRQe423ClHnTe53G7YWBGQXGNcxFmPOByh_Jz8kv61LPk-EEo/s1600-h/2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOOemxlSt9xuzxQia5qIO-Jb7ClhD60jXGN-hTc_lwZMAujOn3ByJYtkQTntjxAihjCNL7rAKU-UNatxpFtzHrr026kPdRQe423ClHnTe53G7YWBGQXGNcxFmPOByh_Jz8kv61LPk-EEo/s400/2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294301203121507906" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGr1ex-y2t8fl9015hTC1OfZNtsEV0qyhd3CqkV8bwXbhH42BJPYBcQe9yLGlaf96oEDMtG5PPwZ_3qquTKbrQpJf6wVQw1ctWV6fKd2oMA-SpQ3xX0j_R7xKGYPv_9O85Zjq9VGIHJ3Y/s1600-h/1.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGr1ex-y2t8fl9015hTC1OfZNtsEV0qyhd3CqkV8bwXbhH42BJPYBcQe9yLGlaf96oEDMtG5PPwZ_3qquTKbrQpJf6wVQw1ctWV6fKd2oMA-SpQ3xX0j_R7xKGYPv_9O85Zjq9VGIHJ3Y/s400/1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294301201544468514" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Have you ever wished that you could change flags without ever having to pull hard at the flag pole to remove it from the hands of that small miniature without damaging the it, well here is the solution. The idea came from <span style="font-weight: bold;">James Roach</span> who is auther of a very good Blog sight, by the Title of <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pike and Plunder"</span>. This sight covers the English Civil War and many other encounters from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Italian Wars</span> through to the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Thirty Year Wars</span>. I highly recommend that you visit it some time. <span style="font-style: italic;">I always find that, what makes this hobby interesting, apart from gaming and the Historical aspects of course, is the willingness for Gamers to share their ideas.</span><br />Now the assembly. The top photo is how the flag looks on the metal tube.<br />The second and third show the size of the tube and thickness of the wire. The fourth shows the wire. The final photo is the flag before it is glued around the tube.<br />The tube and the wire I obtained from the local hobby shop.<br />So you can now keep replacing your flags should you wish to have your troops change "sides".<br /><br /></div>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4046491871051396918.post-41257515694432402442009-01-12T10:08:00.000+10:002009-01-12T11:30:12.405+10:00British "Colonial" Cavalry, Painted by Mark Temple<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNGSNll5sW23AeH30m6J1pNY8oR0TBNxnWwBxTuz3JvIFr74Ia7NbvNlNFKjU60tfkr_dvXO2cZ8UxZYBl89VM-8eijf_WQoH93AOJAOpwd9fDva108VfPOYYFlo3b5TJSZC_mdbHIytM/s1600-h/PB210125_18.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNGSNll5sW23AeH30m6J1pNY8oR0TBNxnWwBxTuz3JvIFr74Ia7NbvNlNFKjU60tfkr_dvXO2cZ8UxZYBl89VM-8eijf_WQoH93AOJAOpwd9fDva108VfPOYYFlo3b5TJSZC_mdbHIytM/s400/PB210125_18.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290193188365358162" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR7FIyfNoWyJ0izstjewZwuL9dr5Vg6eQ7hfztD0F7MU_yQ-UBhqgoG1A8DCwqeh_6I0o9DF0Llio9R_c8X3DTkX2dZFx3Vi2pEXClj1g1B8ogULGjKnJkAsYbGg-TdbEDI11dAYvXBR0/s1600-h/PB210124_15.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 292px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR7FIyfNoWyJ0izstjewZwuL9dr5Vg6eQ7hfztD0F7MU_yQ-UBhqgoG1A8DCwqeh_6I0o9DF0Llio9R_c8X3DTkX2dZFx3Vi2pEXClj1g1B8ogULGjKnJkAsYbGg-TdbEDI11dAYvXBR0/s400/PB210124_15.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290193185481926898" border="0" /></a>RFletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434096837788862287noreply@blogger.com1