Capt Wolf

Wonderful scene! Really well done! I can just feel the "old money" oozing from the paneling. The tables and stools are great, and lots of details all around.

You're welcome! It's fun to do. It's possible another ship in the convoy was able to rescue some, but most were lost. Is there a MRCA result build in your future?

Yes, you can sistership it. And I should add: My understanding is that you could have sistershipped it once it was captured, and didn't have to wait until it was sunk.

@Mesabi, I hope to see you back on the Brick Seas at some point. Your shadow will be felt here for awhile regardless! Good luck with life's challenges!

Lovely cottage, and overall scene construction. I like the flowers in the foliage, and the tents and cooking tripod are very nice. Well done.

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March 619. Vol 4, Issue 2 Disasters Strike Nest of Thieves and Isla del Diablo! Numerous reports have reached us here in Kingsport of a great cataclysmic conflagration on Nest of Thieves island, and that the town of Rassilon has been destroyed! While Nest of Thieves is not known to have an active volcano, many have surmised this must have been some sort of volcanic eruption, but others from the scientific community suggest that the fireball, which could be seen from miles away, may have been a celestial body plummeting to terra firma. While unaffected by this disaster, the hamlet of Takashii has officially sought protectorship from the city of Bastion and is now under their direct control. And from Isla del Diablo we hear that Haven has been overrun by giant spiders! The residents have fled to Moray’s Den. OOC: The Sea Rats have decided to downsize in the aftermath of increased costs for fort upkeep, and have worked with leadership to come up with a solution. Rassilon, Takashii, and Haven are no longer settlements. They cannot be chosen as destinations in the MRCA. Properties in Haven are now considered to be in the hinterlands of Moray’s Den. Properties in Takashii are now considered to be in the hinterlands of Bastion. Rassilon properties have expired and no longer exist. Encounters at Sea Sea Rats Continue to Terrorize Western Seas From Terreli we hear that the Yellow Skull pirate fleet, led by Captain Katrin DeKruger on the Hand of Fate, has followed up last month’s attack on an Eslandolan trade fleet with a devastating attack off the Garveyian coast on Mardier’s western trade fleet. Only the armed brig Marauder has made it to port. The brigs Mimi and Misty are both reported captured, and the large sloops Montego and Manatee went to the bottom. Crew from the Marauder claim to have sunk the Driftwood Heart, but we have heard no word of any other damage to the Sea Rat fleet. Meanwhile, the other major Sea Rat squadron, the Komodo Dragon fleet, took its turn attacking the same Eslandolan trade fleet as the Yellow Skull fleet attacked last month. Our man in Weelond tells us that Commodore Dekker fared much better this time around. The Rats attacked in the Merlonic Sea, south of Terreli, and captured the man-o-war Cannonball, but the greenies sent the Warped Wood to the bottom and damaged the Clearance. While technically a victory for the Komodo Dragon fleet, Eslandolan officials were satisfied with the defense of the trade fleet, as all trade ships made it to port, and the Cannonball can be easily replaced from the mothball fleet. Sea Rat–Corrington Cooperation Ends After assisting Corrish authorities in Quinnsville assess their defenses by launching a faux raid on the settlement, we hear from Elizabethville that the Narwal and Myth Chaser promptly attacked a small Corrie trade squadron. The crew of HMS Otter report being attacked south of Ferro Azure. Damaged, the HMS Otter managed to shield the Tuna King and escaped, but the Sea Rats made off with the schooner Amethyst. The Narwal and Myth Chaser, despite not flying the black flag at the time of the attack, are now considered outlaws and fair game for those trying to cash in on a little pirate hunting. Captain Nordau Strikes Again! (and Again?) From Stormhaven we hear that infamous Eslandolan freebooter Captain Nordau assaulted the Corrish town of Stormhaven. The Cardinal’s Shadow outgunned the fort considerably, but upon closing felt the danger of the fort’s guns and took heavy damage. Captian Nordau landed 25 men who managed to loot a mere 15DBs before being fought off by the two companies of troops stationed there. Interestingly, from Quinnsville we hear that gunboat numbers 2 and 3 returned to port damaged, and their crews claimed to have engaged Captain Nordau in the Cocovia Sea. However, with verified reports of Nordau raiding Stormhaven in the north, many are skeptical that he was near Quinnsville in the south around the same time. Speculation around the Quinnsville docks is that the morning fog played tricks on the gunboat crews, and they may have actually fired on each other! We have received no official word from the Corish admiralty on this conjecture. New Pirate in Western Seas Our man in Arlinsport sends word that there’s another greenie freebooter on the high seas. The crew of the HMS Carnage claim to have encountered the AQAR flying the black, damaging her in an exchange of volleys before the would-be pirate escaped. Battle Near Freeport Onlookers in this Garveyian settlement report seeing a sea battle raging not far off the coast, but none of the participants can now be found. Eyewitnesses claim to have seen the Sea Rat ships Drunken Money, LaPetunia, and Black Rat, all flying the black, exchange fire with three previously unseen ships that were also flying the black! The Drunken Monkey and LaPetunia took heavy damage before sinking a brig, then escaped from the remaining large sloops. Our man in Freeport says he hasn’t seen any of the ships in port, so who the Rats were fighting or where either squadron went is a mystery. Pirate Round-Up From Port Raleigh we receive word that a small Namerean trade squadron was attacked by the infamous pirate LeColeon somewhere west of Terraversa. The crew of the Nymph report that the sloop Nutmeg was sunk and the sloop Newt was captured. The crew of the Nutmeg was lost to Davy Jones’ Locker. From Lavalette we hear that near Poorvintia the pirate Montroy attacked three Oleonder gunboats on long patrol out of Astrapi. The crews of Dazzling Blue and Copper Blaze report that the dastardly pirated damaged both of their boats and captured the Blue Thunder. The crew of Blue Thunder were thrown into the sea, but were rescued by their squadron mates. Our man in Granoleon reports that crews from the bluecoat trade fleet just in from Londa report easily repelling an attack by pirate Jan Van Sud south of Aden. Both pirate ships were damaged and repelled, with no damage to the Oleonder ships whatsoever. Two Storm Systems Disrupt Shipping throughout Brick Seas Heavy rains and winds pounded the Merlonic Sea and then moved through the Sea of Storms, affecting shipping from Granoleon to Balmin and east beyond the islands. From Nova Terreli we’ve received word from Eslandolan officials that The Sapling was lost east of Weelond. Our reporter in Dortanix tells us that the Altonian trade fleet lost the sloop Altar Boy to the storm on its way around the horn. Reports from Oleon trade officials indicate the Santa Clara could not reach Londa, but rather had to make port in Balondia to wait out the storm. Additionally, The Aspiration was forced to divert to Belson before it reached Granoleon, and one of its escorts, HRS Ardent, sank in the storm. Word from LeBellan is that two merchants headed for Breshaun were blown off course but were able to make Eltina. We also hear that half of a naval patrol headed north along the coast were separated from their squadron, with Bruyant returning to Granoleon and HRS Pride of Oleon making port at Arlinsport. In the east, tropical storm Margaret started in the vicinity of Berelli and moved eastward through the Cocovia Sea and into the East Prio Sea before dissipating. The Terraversan man-o-war Typhoon did not make it home to us in Kings Port, but rather was diverted to Port Raleigh. Fortunately, the rest of our trade fleet made it home from King’s Harbour unscathed. From Alexport we hear that Mardier lost a recent prize, The Executioner, which they had taken from the pirate The Dragon. From Elysabethtown on Berelli we hear that the ETTC’s Golden Filly was forced into port there rather than make it to her intended destination of Port Raleigh on the southern part of the island, with her cargo ruined. Finally, from Mesabi Landing, the WTC Aurora sank in heavy seas as it neared port, while the WTC Seriously was able to reach port, but not before her cargo was ruined. Overdue and Presumed Lost Our reporter in Alexport sends word that The Executioner was likely not Mardier’s only loss in the east. The Mardier sloop Brass Buck is long overdue and feared lost as well. Mardier’s eastern trade fleet has called in port here, causing much consternation among the locals after their hard-won independence. The Brass Buck was a prize taken from the pirate The Dragon a couple of months back, and Mardier officials were attempting to unite the sloop with the larger trade fleet after it stayed behind last month for repairs. The Dragon is something of a folk hero in parts of Isla de Romantica and, combined with the ill feelings toward Mardier here, the loss of his former ships from Mardier’s possession is being celebrated in local pubs. Meanwhile, reports from King’s Harbour say that Corrish ships Blazer and Western Wind II are overdue from Mooreton Bay. While the recent storms may be to blame, talk on the docks is that they may have fallen prey to pirates, but no official word is forthcoming. From Mooreton Bay we hear that the Dozy Dragon is also well past its expected arrival time. Given that it was coming from Hojaroja, near that infamous pirates’ den of Tortuga, and that it was loaded with a cargo valued around 500 DBs, piracy is feared. Our man in Belson tells us that redcoat officials are anxious about the delayed arrival from Terreli of Pelican and Jawed’s Fortune. The western seas have seen an increase in pirate activity of late, and officials here are hopeful of good news, but none has been forthcoming so far. Mercantile Report Black Market Booming in Westface Markets are buzzing here in Terraversa. The national trade fleet arrived in Kings Port with some much-needed goods and reportedly turned a tidy profit. Meanwhile, the black market in Westface is a hive of activity. Word on the street is that some pirates have offloaded their ill-gotten booty on our island, but no one is naming names. Mardier Loses More Than Ships to Sea Rats Our man in Terreli reports that sources with the Mardierian trade fleet there estimate they lost more than 1200 DBs in revenue at the hands of the Yellow Skull fleet, and that doesn’t include the cost to replace ships and crew. This is clearly a major blow to a once-powerful nation that has lost its dominant status in the Brick Seas. Prio Traders Turn Profit For the first time in months, the Prio trade fleet has managed to turn a reasonable profit. Our man in King’s Harbour reports happy Prio crews in the local pubs. And, with the exception of the sloop Pearl that was diverted to Poorvintia due to the storms, the entire fleet is assembled together. Commodore de Pernica is to be commended for bringing stability to the Prio trade feet. Eslandola Fleets Return to Profitability After suffering the devastating attack at the hands of the Sea Rats’ Yellow Skull fleet last month, we have received reports of happy Greenback traders across the Brick Seas. Commodore Dekker is receiving praise for fending off an attack from the Komodo Dragon fleet and delivering nearly 900 DBs worth of goods to port in Weelond. Our man in Nova Terreli reports that despite the loss of The Sapling, Admiral de Flynt’s fleet brought in more than 1000 DBs, with the mammoth Gotheborg responsible for more than 400 DBs alone. And in the far east, our man in Jameston reports that Commodore Evercrees’ fleet brought in more than 1300 DBs, with the crew of the Prince Fernando II celebrating the most. We even hear word that profits were to be found in the quickly growing town of Salida Este, where the crew of the Cotton Lady were in fine spirits. Some Sea Rats Try Their Hand at Trade The allure of Eslandolan gold has some Sea Rats trying the mercantile life. From the greenie settlement of Fuerte Unido, our reporter sends word that the captains of The Eagle and Vic Viper were seen with full money pouches after a visit with the local brokers. Granoleon-Londa Trade Route Proves Profitable It appears Oleon trade officials have established a regular trade run between Granoleon and Londa, the Mardierian capital. With trade fleets running in both directions, we hear that Admiral Winston’s fleet of 15 vessels brought in more than 2000 DBs upon return home. Our man in Londa tells us that bluecoat traders took in more than 1100 DBs upon arriving at the northern port. And Oleon’s self-proclaimed jewel of the islands was not to be left out, as several bluecoat crews were taking in the Breshaun nightlife upon completion of their voyages. Corrington Finds Profits in Visit to Garvey Our man in Prinport tells us that Corrie crews were drinking heavily in the dockside pubs after delivering their cargos. Unofficial estimates put Corrie profits at just under 1000 DBs in the bustling port. From Quinnsville we hear of happy redcoat traders, with the crews of the Albatross and Alexander Keith particularly boisterous. In Belson the crews of Turaco and Puffin were buying rounds for landlubbers! WTC Makes Up For Storm Losses Despite the loss of the WTC Aurora and the cargo of the WTC Seriously, the remaining ships in their trade squadron, including WTC Copperhead and WTC Teamwork, brought 360 DBs worth of needed goods to the recovering city of Mesabi Landing. Notable Events New “Pilot’s Association” to Sponsor Races in Alexport Grand Duke Alexander Prio has established the Pilot's Association, an international organization dedicated to ensuring safe navigation of the Brick Seas by making pilots available throughout Terra Nova. Three grand racing tournaments will be held, each with several races in which contestants will earn points towards overall victory. One for class 1, one for class 2 and one for class 3 vessels. Entrants are expected from all over the Brick Seas. We will send a reporter to cover the competition and report in our next issue. Adventures, Missions, and Explorations Sea Rats Mystery Settlement Our man in New Nassau, the Sea Rats’ new settlement on Blonde Beach island south of Celestia and west of Ile d’Or, sends us a report that the Rats are rumored to have found a mysterious group of islands in the New Haven Sea. After battling a Lotus war junk, they came upon the small group of islands protected by jagged rocks and shrouded in fog. The exact location of this island is unknown to us at this time, but explorers headed to the New Haven Sea should be alert for pirates! Terraversa and Eslandolan Reach Trade Agreement Archduke Miro Oldis has announced that the Noble Council has completed negotiating a trade agreement with Eslandola and their Grand Ambassador, Román Fontonajo. Oldis signed the agreement that eliminates or reduces port taxes on Terraversan and Eslandolan shipping at each other’s ports, and the Eslandolan Colonial Council has ratified the treaty as well. As part of the treaty, Eslandola officially recognized Terraversan independence. Unrest in Terraversan Hinterlands In Nola Mar, locals have replaced the mayor and garrison commander and instituted martial law to combat smuggling. Locals have quarantined the area with makeshift roadblocks and we hear they have rounded up many purported smugglers. Meanwhile, dissidents in Sillitholina -- who took up arms and loudly declared their allegiance to Mardier in open affront to Terraversan authorities -- were swiftly and efficiently dealt with by L'Oluis and his troops marching from Westface. L’Olius re-established control without violence, arresting the ringleaders and dispersing the rebels’ so-called “militia.” The reason for the recent bout of lawbreaking in the hinterlands is unknown at this time. Some claim that Oleon agents are acting as provocateurs, but that appears to be nothing but the gossip mill looking for an easy scapegoat. Regardless, there had been some hope that the talks with Eslandola would lead to more than a trade agreement, but nothing is forthcoming on that front at this time, although they have built an embassy and left a permanent ambassador here in Kings Port. Perhaps Archduke Oldis will now turn his political efforts toward Corrington and see what that relationship has to offer. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Ships Lost to Davy Jones’ Locker: Altar Boy Artful Dodger Brass Buck Driftwood Heart HMS “Barracuda” HRS Ardent Montego Manatee New Moon Nutmeg Pelican The Executioner The Sapling Warped Wood WTC Aurora Ships Captured: MOC’d: Amethyst (class 3) taken from Bregir by Bart/Roadmonkeytj Blazer (class 5) taken from Bregir by Bluebeard Blue Thunder (class 0) taken from Phred by Montroy Dozy Dragon (class 2) taken from Bregir by Bloody Bill Jawed's Fortune (class 7) taken from Lord Buckethead by Captain Gore Western Wind II (class 2) taken from Flavius Gratian by Bluebeard Un-MOC’d: Cannonball (class 5a) taken from Eslandola by MKJoshA Mimi (class 4a) taken from Mardier by Kwatchi/Roadmonkeytj/Professor Thaum Misty (class 4f) taken from Mardier by Kwatchi/Roadmonkeytj/Professor Thaum Newt (class 2f) taken from Namere by LeColeon Inquire by PM for ships stats. Ships Damaged at Sea: AQAR Black Diamond Cheap Trick Clearance Copper Blaze Dazzling Blue HMS Otter LaPetunia Marauder Midnight Ruby QV Gunboat No,2 QV Gunboat No.3 Reventazon The Drunken Monkey Known Black Flag Ships Still At Large (all of their crews scoundrels and wanted for piracy!): Apollo’s Mirth AQAR Black Rat Cardinal’s Shadow Clearance Hand of Fate Hotspur Jilted Maiden Jolly Rogers Komodo Dragon II LaPetunia Myth Chaser Narwal Red Dragon Rover The Drunken Monkey Villain’s Boat Viper WTC Judgement Note that Black Flag Sea Rat ship locations are hidden when docked in Sea Rat ports, Garveyian ports, or pirate hideouts. Result tables to be posted shortly. Results sorted by owner:

That definitely helps!

Love it! Especially the brick-built palm tree. Fun!

Very nice! I may have to steal borrow the cattail design! The horse cart and road are nicely done, as is the brick-built boat, and I like the varied colors in the planking of the dock. It does need more activity, though, as roadmonkeytj pointed out. FYI, technically this isn't a dry dock, but just a dock. A "dry dock" takes a ship out of the water and is used for construction, maintenance, and repair of the hull.

Wellesley, welcome to BoBS! You've created a wonderful little brick-built fishing boat, and I like how you've incorporated feedback in to your build so quickly. As one of the Eslandolan leaders, we heartily accept your gift! But rather than use it right away, we'll wait and see if it makes more sense to use it to help your character get started (and I'm anxious to learn about your main character). We'll help you in any way you need to get established in the game. Have you read through the beginner's guide for the game?

Interesting topic. And while, as you admit, it's more figbarf than MOC, I always enjoy attempts at recreating paintings, and it's on topic for the period. I like it. And thanks for sharing the links about the topic.

Calvo picked a spot along the coast and took the men ashore. The landing spot offered easy ingress to the island's interior, with low hills and light woods. Calvo directed his men to scout the immediate area before they traveled inland. And because the spot was near one of the many coastal caves, he directed some men to secure and stay with the boats. He also gave them direct orders not to enter the cave. --- Meanwhile, on the expedition's flagship, Captain Janszen gave Captains Bloenhardt and Merker new orders. "I have compiled a report on our discoveries so far." Janszen handed over a sealed journal to Bloenhardt. "You and Merker will set sail in Colonial Storm and Nightwing. Deliver this to Willem Guilder or his representatives in Fuerte Unido. After that, return to these seas and explore island #4 northwest of here." Janszen looked at around at the captains of his other ships, then returned his gaze to Bloenhardt. "When you are done there, find us on the large island to the south, Maldria. Once Calvo is done here, I will sail La Contessa de Victoria and lead the rest of the squadron in search of the best anchorage on Maldria we can find. Once there we will establish a base of operations, as exploration of such a large island will take some time." Around the cabin, Captain Pinzon of the Hidalga was excited at the prospect of establishing a base on Maldria. Captain Marino of the Esmerelda shared his enthusiasm. The captain of the Blood Diamond wasn't outwardly excited, but rather deep in thought as he contemplated the challenges that lay ahead and how they would tackle them. But, that was one of the reasons Janszen chose him for this mission. Captain Merker's disappointment to be leaving this island group was clear, but he put up no protest. Jack leaned over to Kate. "Don't worry, my dear," he whispered in her ear, "we will return here to find Itasca's treasure. With Janszen and the troops on Maldria, it will be much easier to accomplish our task with only Bloenhardt in our way." ...

Thanks to everyone for the comments! The smoke was my favorite part of the build. Yes, but I'd have to double the number of minifigs and double the size of the scene to portray three crews, so I selectively reduced the crews to compress the scene. The cannon design is from The Lego Adventure Book 2. Here are some better pics, assembled ... ... and disassembled ...

Lovely micro. I particularly like how you evoke the yellow-and-black timber frame walls. Too bad it's gone up in flames!

A very efficient, clean build! The splash of blue really does a lot for it (as does the touch of olive amid the cobblestones)! Posing the troops at an angle is excellent. An all-around good job!

After island 5 is explored, Colonial Storm and Nightwing will return to Fuerte Unido to report to Guilder; La Contessa de Victoria, Hidalga, Esmerelda, and Blood Diamond will head to Maldria.

It was training day for the new artillery recruits. The general oversaw live ammunition drills on the firing range with some trainees. Some didn't react well to the noise, and others appeared to have the wrong caliber shells, but he'd whip them into shape. --- A small build for Weelond's new artillery battalion. I had a lot of trouble with the lighting on this one for some reason. All C&C welcome. Another view:

Thanks! And, yes, I used a plate with tooth for that, but it's part #15070 (vertical, not horizontal).

The Grand Duchy of Prio, in light of past troubles with their national trade fleet, have turned to Lord Francisco de Pernica to serve as commodore of the squadron.

MOC and story text to come. Choosing options "Isle 5: explore inland" and "Onwards: The Horizon"

Certainly! Here is the Stormbringer. The sistership swaps out her old blue color scheme for green.

Commodore Dekker felt a wave of relief. The admiralty had seen fit to keep him in command of the trade squadron even after he had lost three ships, including his flagship, to a Sea Rat attack. But he was still anxious, as he had yet to see his new flagship. Arriving at the docks, he consulted with the naval agent. All was well. The Thunderer, sistership to the Stormbringer, had been readied for active service and was maneuvering in the harbor as the crew tested her running rigging. He need only fetch a longboat to go out and take command. Just a microbuild ship for the purpose of bringing the sistership online.