Darnok

Aye, no Oleander would ever get their hands on actual work.

Name: Oat (Avena Sativa) IC background: Grown all over the Brick Seas, oats are usually used to feed horses. Pigs also appreciate it. While some northern regions are known to use oats in their local dishes, it is not considered a speciality in many places. OOC background: Most commonly used as livestock feed, oats are also nutrient-rich and considered healthy for humans. Do you want to know more? Builds in BotBS: EWTC Plantation Collaboration (Garmadon & Captain Braunsfeld) An EWTC Oat Plantation (Garmadon)

It was a personal issue of mine, sorry for the hassle. As Bregir said: case closed.

Thanks. I have made it so. Thanks. The idea was to give the idea of rocky terrain (dark grey) with some different type of mineral (light grey with "shiny bits") while also giving th idea that it is still on Argentia among deserts (dark tan with "cacti"). Glad it worked out. As for the "dynamite": I have not actually thought about it, and just checked. You are right, it is most definitely not dynamite. But mining with explosives was not uncommon in the Age Of Sail, and the "gunpowder solution" is just fine.

That is not among the options for properties. A mine is, but this is not yet a mine. And it is not a property to be licensed either, the rules are pretty clear on that.

Staking a claim on Argentia.

Beautiful build, as always. Very impressive! I would suggest licensing it as "art & culture", because I see it as a monument to the glory of Oleon - clearly a work of both art and culture. The footprint seems to be roughly 20x50 by my count, so medium.

Welcome Merc. That is a very well written introduction. As Bregir mentioned, the "writing a letter home" idea is a great one. The build going with it is also nice, I especially like the chandelier above. I am looking forward to more from you and your character, even if you have chosen the wrong colours.

After the spectacle at The Mug, Billy and his father went on to one of the many food stands. This one had quickly become famous for its roasted pig and excellent beer - some meat for the young one, a glass of icecold beer (or two) for the father. While the customers, young and old, (including a certain piraty Dark Knight) enjoyed their roasted delicacies and the fine beer... ... the employees had to work hard to keep up with the high demand: The only one most certainly not enjoying the time was the poor pig. At least it had it warm and cosy: ================================================================================================ This is my second entry (of three) for this years Octoberfest mini-challenge. A classical Octoberfest scene, except maybe for Batman. A light brick is responsible for the fire effect, and the mechanism to turn the pig actually works: The roof of the foodstand can be easily removed: Some more pictures behind the spoiler tag: I will license this as a small commerce soon. Ish.

@Bregir: How did you get the curvature of the hull so smooth?

Indeed, there is no "N" in "WTC".

Very nice! It looks like it could actually work, well done. And a distillery is obviously mandatory for pirates Sea Rats! While we are on the topic of distilling equipment: are there any appropriate steel or copper coloured Lego parts available? Otherwise I had to "paint" the distillery pots and use other parts, but I would prefer an authentical look.

Understood. Tanks for the quick responses! Now the question is: do I support @Mesabi and the WTC, or @SilentWolf and the WETEC? Suggestions and/or bribes via PM or in the Corrington PM thread please!

Excellent, thanks. What is the difference between a trade company and an officially chartered trade company, and how do you get to "second level"? The EGS rules seem to only mention the first one.

So if I understand it correctly, as an example: @Mesabi could license three properties as Count Mesabi, three more by Mesabi Landing, and another three by the WTC. Is that right?

While we are on this topic: is there a way to license more than three properties a month? For example: can settlements, instead of players, give out licenses to properties in or around them? Or is it possible to buy additional licenses by paying a premium on them?

If that works out, it is definitely fine by me, thank you.

I just learned about it. There were some more licenses (Arlinsport reading room, Cole residence). I hope I can clear this up, but not today. If one of the Powers That Be reads this: please PM me, and if in doubt the Weelond licenses can be cancelled for now.

I was not at all aware of that. The license property form never mentions that, and my account balance always happily complied to all licenses I bought (i.e. took my dubloons). Can you point me to that rule please? Found it. Still leaves me wondering why there is no "safeguard" implemented in the licensing system. How can I get my money back, and what properties will be kept?

Three properties were licensed in Weelond just minutes ago: A monument to beer - small arts & culture. Bread and water? Nah! - small commerce An end with a big bang! - small artisan

That was fast, thank you! I have just licensed all three entries.

An Holi, Weelond, the last warm days of October. The famous Weelond Octoberfest is almost over, so many people from all over the Brickseas take a last chance to enjoy the festivities. One attraction in particular had drawn a lot of attention: a massive monument donated by the Corrington Parliament Of Science. Quickly nicknamed "The Mug" by the Weelond locals, it showcased the finest efforts in glassmaking and mechanics, bringing the glory of beer to be seen from near and far away: Among the visitors was young Billy with his father, joined by other Weelond citizens. It was close to the full hour, which meant a demonstration of the mechanical workings of this "biggest glass of beer around" was due in a few minutes. Billy pointed to the plates next to him, asking his father to read him the texts. "It tells a lot about the history of beer on the one plate, and describes the construction of this monument on the other. Lots of technicalities really. But the sight of this makes me really thirsty. They should get this over with, I want a real beer!" To the fathers pleasure, in this very moment the spectacle started... ... when the Master whipped with a loud crack... ... the horses moving, and the giant glass construction turning around slowly, making a full circle. The crowd cheered, awed by what had to be a wonder of mechanics. Soon they moved on though, mostly looking for the smaller, but in fact drinkable, counterpart. ================================================================================================ This is my first entry (of three) for this years Octoberfest mini-challenge. It is a beermug - giant in minifig scale, about truescale for humans - on a platform, being able to be turned. The mechanism actually works, pulling the string makes the whole "tower" move around. Just compare to location of the handle in the pictures above and the lenght of the string. Behind the spoiler tag you will find some additional pictures, showing the "inner mechanics" as well as a comparison to an actual beer mug: I plan to license this as a small arts & culture build once the funds allow it.

I say we nuke them from orbit, it's the only way to be sure... what do you mean, "wrong era"? I will follow this with great interest.

Entry 3 of 3: an end with a big bang. This was a fun challenge, and I want to thank @Capt Wolf again for extending the deadline. I am sorry for my very late entries, but a big pile of necessary parts only arrived yesterday! I have a hectic day of building, picturemaking and posting behind me, but I got it done in time. I am already looking forward to next year - with better planning from my side for sure.

Entry 2 of 3 of mine: not bread and water. Have fun!