DeathCap Posted March 26, 2023 (edited) Chapter 4: Commission Confirmed Previous Chapters Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 A familiar ship, HMS Piper sights HMS Carolina off the coast of Quinsville. The officer in charge of dispatches orders the jollyboat to ferry him to HMS Carolina. He quickly approaches the quarterdeck and delivers Admiralty orders to Commander Julius Palmer. After sitting on the sidelines for so long, Commander Palmer and his senior officers anxiously read Admiral Fletcher's orders. Dear sir, Excellent addition to the fleet. We will make sure the proper transfers are done, and hereby confirm young Mr. Palmer's lieutenant's commission and posting on the HMS Carolina. Rear-admiral Fletcher, Seawatch 1st Lieutenant Eccleston: Congratulations Thomas, might I be the first to shake your hand as a commissioned lieutenant in Her Majesty's Navy! Commander Palmer: INFERNAL LUCK! Months at sea and we are not ordered into action with the Lotii. Lieutenant Palmer, pass the word for Mr. Bowles. I want a meeting with my senior officers in 10 minutes on the quarterdeck. Commander Palmer: Gentlemen, These orders do not contain any mention of action with the savage Lotii. Therefore, we shall sail for Port Raleigh before the war ends. Sailing Master, set a course for Port Raleigh. Sailing Master Bowles: Aye aye, sir. HMS Carolina sets sail for Port Raleigh... Spoiler @Bregir Now that HMS Carolina is officially in Her Majesty's Navy, is there anything I should MOC to contribute to the war? I could possibly do a shore bombardment or capture hostile fishing boats. Edited March 30, 2023 by DeathCap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOD Posted March 26, 2023 Good photo story! Congratulations to Thomas Palmer as commissioned lieutenant and posting on the HMS Carolina. It reminds me a bit of the Hornblower series. It's interesting to see a similar story with Lego. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeathCap Posted March 27, 2023 On 3/26/2023 at 6:53 AM, NOD said: It reminds me a bit of the Hornblower series. It's interesting to see a similar story with Lego. Haha yes, I use a lot of the secondary characters' names for my own secondary characters. The plot and actions of the characters are an amalgamation of various media but primarily feature details from the Hornblower and Aubrey-Maturin series. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bregir Posted March 28, 2023 Really nice to see you pick the com On 3/26/2023 at 7:04 AM, DeathCap said: @Bregir Now that HMS Carolina is officially in Her Majesty's Navy, is there anything I should MOC to contribute to the war? I could possibly do a shore bombardment or capture hostile fishing boats. First of all, you are now by proxy in command of the HMS Carolina for the EGS. As the tMRCA deadline is approaching, you should give the ship the relevant orders. See more here: (It is ok if you are a few days late) The ship does not need to start all the way West, so if you prefer to start your orders in Jameston or Spudkirk, that would make it possible for you to patrol the waters closer to El Oleonda where war is happening. If you have any questions to the orders, ask in the Corrington PM, and we will happily assist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff of Clubs Posted March 29, 2023 I do so enjoy your boats! Good story too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fraunces Posted April 5, 2023 Not a bad story at all. And fine looking ships there too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
