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Looks excellent!

Oh, I hear ya. Writing stories is tough work. What I would suggest is to start with where the ship is built, who is the captain and owner, who will it sail with, what will it do, etc. That can typically kick-start a small story, that helps the build come alive

Looks good - a very nicely built scene, and I like the limber and carriage for the gun - it looks like a heavy piece. It doesn't look like you've bungled anything. I think some of your pictures may be overexposed, though - the white limber is very lit up to the extend it is hard to make out the details.

A very impressive ship. A few notes on posting. It is perfectly fine to post the ship elsewhere too, but we need a post here if the ship is to be used in bobs. That is to make sure it is part of bobs, that people know it exists, and to give it a story. Remember, ships are not just a mechanical thing to optimise the mrca. It is a living breathing part of our world. BoBS is a collective story building effort, and the builds are part of building the world of bobs. So I encourage you to give the ship a small story in BoBS. It is interesting to hear your comments on how it was built, what details you like, etc. I would ask that you consider whether the following comment and the big link to another forum is really the optimal way to add to BoBS. The link is perfectly fine, but I would suggest you add it last. Generally, I start with the story of this ship, then the practical stuff (such as class), and lastly OOC comments on the ship. I would suggest you consider something similar, and thus focus first on the things that are most relevant for BOBS.

May Christmas bring you all many prizes and glorious hauls of goods!

From what I see, she is looking quite nice. If I were you, I would consider whether the upper bow piece is a help or a hindrance for you. It may be either, but as the transition from sides to the bow and stern are typically the hardest part of any vessel to build, make sure you keep your options open.

Fun little story, Evan - I wonder what Brickletons purposes are for the women of Wullham? Overall, a very good build - what really draws my attention is the various details in the walls, both lower and upper parts. Excellent furniture too.

I think your guns look excellent, and wouldn't personally use the premade guns with these. But I agree with NOD that the size difference is not super evident. Both designs are super nice though! I think you will optimally go for a more distinctive difference between the three decks. Say 36 pounders on the lower decks, 24 or 18 pounders on the middle deck, and 9 or 6 pounders on the upper decks. So if you could design more distinctive differences, that would be icing on the cake. I would say, though, that this is excellent work! I really like what you have here!

During the recent conflict on Terraversa, Cooke had been through quite an ordeal. Having landed in the dark of night at the center of an Oleonese insurrection, he gave himself in to the local authorities after failing to escape the settlement. Being subjected to a long and taxing interrogation, he was transferred to Kings Port in disgrace under accusations of being a spy, where he languished in jail, until the storm on Kings Port posed for him an opportunity to escape. Having travelled across wartorn Terraversa, and been on the brink of capture, he was finally found by his countrymen. After a short recovery, he returned to duty, assisting in the fortification of South Silitholina. Shortly thereafter, though, he had fallen ill with a malady most likely contracted in the dungeons of Kings Port, striking him down with a dangerous fever. Montoya had called upon his full medical facilities, but had feared for his friend. To avoid the spread of the disease, he had been isolated in the Pine Island Monastery, the very same place diplomatic talks was being held. "My dear friend, you are up and about! What joy!" Montoya exclaimed. "Truth be told, I had feared for your existence." And after a pause... "Young Baker and I have taken turns to sit at your bedside... In your feverish rantings, you said some rather... indiscreet things that we could not let others hear." "I thank you much for your attentions, Isaac. I am certain I owe my survival to your care and competence." Cooke stretched and sat up. "How long have I been indisposed? My body feels weak and spent." "Longer than I care for, longer than I care for. The squadron has sailed. The Greyhound has been passed on. You are still on Terraversa, and apart from the Lotus Empire, we are at peace." A look of dismay came over Cooke. "I am without a ship? I must have a ship! Glory will slip through our fingers if I cannot regain a quarterdeck!" "Calm yourself, my friend. You are not yet your old powerful self... Give it a few days..." Montoya tried to calm his friend. "I know for certain a ship has recently arrived in Westface without a captain, so no need to rush yerself." Picking up his uniform, hat, and sword, Cooke headed for the door, dressing hastily and motioning Montoya to follow. "A ship, you say! In such case, there is not a moment to lose! Time and tide waits for no man!" _______________________________________________________ After a prolonged absence I am returned! And for that, a suitable story an trying to recreate Ayrlego's awesome Pine Island Monastery seemed just perfect!

Cooke and Montoya are returning to active duty! https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/forums/topic/188750-cor-fb-repairing-for-duty/

Excellent little house, excellent use of slopes for the terrain and boat, and an overall lovely little scene. The only thing I am missing is the presence of a croc :)

Perfect. I will have it licensed. Once the next aMRCA turn opens up, you submit orders in the tMRCA form for what the vessel should do during that turn. Typically, a gunboat will "just" be patrolling the zone around the settlement, targeting current enemies of Corrington. They have been quite effective in the past at that. And of course, we are happy to help you, if you have any questions! On that, have you considered what stats you'd like for the gunsloop? You can read about the different stats here. In fact, I suggest you license it yourself through this form: Ship Licence Form. Just make sure you put "Spudkirk" under "account managing this ship". I'll be happy to help if you have any questions to the stats or the process :)

I agree with Cap here. This could be an educational diorama at a museum, and your descriptions really underline this. It seems like you have done your homework, and this is hands down the best fort I have seen in LEGO, and that is saying a lot. Stellar work! Aurelia will certainly not be an easy target should we ever, Gods forbid, end up at war!

Excellent gunboat! I like the idea of it being manned by volunteers led by navy officers/warrant officers. Her overall shape is very nice and the setup with minifigs looks very lively. I think you mast is a bit too tall, carrying the yard to high. With a lateen, you often have a fairly short mast with a very long yard. I also really like that you have included some form of slide or reinforced platform for the heavy gun. The gunboat will be licensed by the faction (only one per moc at the time) or potentially the settlement of Spudkirk. @Spud The Viking I suggest we license this in the name of Spudkirk? If you approve, I will do so. @Justsomebrix can take care of her orders, if you prefer, or I can do it as a general navy command.

Very interesting build, kicking off what could be a very interesting story! I shall be looking forward to potentially hunting that damned spy through the streets of Jameston, or whatever becomes relevant In all seriousness, I really like the idea of some sort of shadow organisation employing soldiers on the fringe of society for more unsavoury tasks - this will be interesting to follow!

Welcome, Jeff! Good to see another bluecoat - will be looking forward to following your story!

GoC from me! Excellent scene with a lot of life in it. I like how it is not just a build, but an actual story, and I think both the battery, the cannon (in particular!) and the story comes out very well. The fortress walls are a bit thin, but I suppose they are not made to protect against artillery fire, but more small arms and infantry attacks? I think the base and the palm is very well done, and would love to see a breakdown of the guns too!

The ETTC fleet has long been reduced to a pitiful size, but now the investors have decided to take action, even if that requires taking in more questionable vessels. One such vessel is the ETTC Cherub, which, much in line with its namesake, is a slow, chubby, and skittish vessel of the fourth class. Slow and unwieldy, she compensates with excessive cargo space, being built for grain transports and other bulk cargoes. She will serve the company well. A class 4 micro prize from the TER challenge, which will be licensed for the ETTC. I like building microscale, and this was a fun one for the techniques, although I am not too happy with the outcome visually.

With the newly formed Commonwealth of Terraversa friendly to Corrington, and peace signed on Terraversa, the Royal Society of Natural Philosophy has determined to ramp up its philosophical efforts on the island by establishing the Hermitage of Contemplation outside Tarlor, a few miles inland up the South River. The large stone building contains several studies free of use for society members, prospective members, or esteemed scientists for their studies, either of local wildlife or more silent contemplation, or whatever else suits the individual fancy. [ A prize from the Terraversa challenge, this will be licensed as a large educational property in Tarlor for the Royal Society of Natural Philosophy.

Gunboats for the Colonies Citizens of Corrington, shipwrights of the Brick Seas, and boatyards of Terra Nova. The Royal Navy hereby initiates a building program for gunboats to protect the harbours of Corrington. This building program includes two classes of vessels, both using oars as main propulsion for maximal maneuverability, often utilising sails as secondary propulsion: Gunboats (Class 1) Small vessels with a large cannon mounted in the bow or stern. Typically 4 to 8 oars and makeshift rigging. Gun sloops or light galleys (Class 2) Larger vessels with heavier armament carried in the bow or stern. Typically more permanent rig and better open sea performance. May carry mortars or howitzers for secondary armament. Once a design has been submitted, the Navy Board will review it, and send any requests for change back to the constructor. (OOC: You may be asked to improve on your design to have it accepted.) Accepted designs will be bought into the Royal Terra Novan Navy at 25 dbs for class 1 vessels and 40 dbs for class 2 vessels. They will be named by type (eg. "Gunboat") and number (eg. "No. 2") and constructors are invited to propose a gifted boatswain for command. The crown will then review the qualifications and make appointments accordingly. For the first 9 vessels, the best design of every three vessels commissioned will be awarded with a prize from the stock of dry-docked captures. (Class 1 or 2 vessel) The Crown will assign these vessels to harbours as they are finalised, based on tactical needs. Signed Rear-Admiral Fletcher Commander, Royal Terra Novan Fleet PS. The Crown thanks the Montoya estate for its offer to finance this building programme.

It is wonderful what a deadline can do to you!

With the division of Silitholina and the peace treaty signed, the ETTC is establishing itself on Terraversa, seen by many as the gate to Terra Nova. On the banks of the Estuary of the River Sil, a large, multistory warehouse has been established, with its own quay for easy unloading and loading of goods to and from Terraversa. This will be licensed as a large commercial property in South Silitholina for the ETTC. (Prize from category D of the Terraversa challenge)

The ETTC has established a large warehouse (large commercial) in the estuary of the River Sil in South Silitholina. https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/forums/topic/188529-cor-south-silitholina-ettc-warehouse/ Additionally, a new vessel has been added to the fleet, the ungainly ETTC Cherub. class 4. https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/forums/topic/188527-cor-class-4-micro-ettc-cherub/

The Hermitage of Contemplation has been established on Terraversa near Tarlor: Large educational property https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/forums/topic/188530-cor-tarlor-rsnp-hermitage-of-contemplation/

Happy to have been able to inspire I think she is somewhere in between 5 and 6. Comparing her to my ironsides (Prototype class 5: 3 mids + bow and stern piece) I think she is slightly longer but about the same bulk, although just a two master. Comparing her to the Alejandro de Vargas (4 mid + bow and stern piece) she's slightly shorter and somewhat lighter of built. I would personally go for class 5. You may well be able to argue for class 6 and find some comparable vessels, but to avoid class drift, I try to stick to using the archetypes for comparison.