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    You have uncovered my evil plot of collecting it into chunks! (No, sorry, been busy with crunching the numbers for the tMRCA. Will get around to it this weekend!)
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    @gedren_y, @Capt Wolf IC: The Consort's Duty was detained in port for issues with the manifest and thus suspicions of smuggling. While this was swiftly resolved, it prevented the ship from leaving port. OOC: Yes, that was exactly what happened. I can see if I can build in a test for this, but generally, please be very careful when entering MRCA orders. Data cleaning is troublesome enough as it is, with misspellings, apostrophes, trailing spaces, missing or additional "the"s, etc.
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    A most excellent write-up! When running the numbers I knew you would have some interesting source material to work with! And as always, you have made excellent work of it! It has been a very active month for Pirates and fleets alike - some have risen to power, while others have found their fleets diminished! Also, I think this is the first time in a long time where I haven't lost a ship!
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    Another cruiser for the Royal Navy from the Quinnsville shipyards: HMS Black Panther
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    And an additional note: To make the tMRCA work, ships sailing under the LoM of a given nation will be considered a ship of that nation. (and hence a target of all its enemies) Thus, for tMRCA purposes, please remind us to have these nationalities updated. (both before and after the challenge... (if you do not want to keep your LoM... ))
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    All you need is meet the individual deadlines :)
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    @Ayrlego ? Sounds reasonable to me :)
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    Challenge time! Can't wait to see what people come up with here! If anyone is interested in a collab for one or more categories, I am up for it :)
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    We are a bit under the weather in terms of administrative personnel, so there might be a slight delay.
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    Aha! Another scurvy dog returns to the brick seas! Looking forward to having you back! (And feel free to ask, should you have any questions)
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    Thaum, if I know Dee right, the keyword is "Section" ;)
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    I am psyked for the upcoming challenge and just bought the two Chinese centered sets available. Lion dance and spring fair or whatever they are called - quite nice sets! :)
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    A sealed despatch has arrived by courier. To her Majesty's representatives, I bring both good and ill news of the situation in Terraversa. Oldis, the Archduke and defacto leader in Kings Port and western Terraversa, has largely ignored us, seemingly content with connections with Eslandola. On the other hand, L'Olius, admiral of the fleet and defacto leader in Westface and eastern Terraversa, has shown a keen interest in closer ties to Corrington. Westface has been declared a free city for all Corlander citizens, and he has accepted our offer of military attachés. It would seem Terraversa is divided between the two in internal power struggle, and I suggest our efforts favour L'Olius. However, a much more critical development threatens the power balance in the Brick Seas! We have received reliable information that a foreign power is instigating a rebellion in the North of the island that threatens to overthrow the current government. Without further investigation, I cannot determine the mastermind behind this, but the obvious culprit is Mardier, still sore after losing control of the island. I trust I need not explain the implications for our fleets and trade of a Terraversa under the control of a potentially hostile Halosian power, effectively cutting off Halos from the colonies for any but the most daring expedition! I emphasize the need to investigate this threat further, and warn you all that we may soon be called upon to defend our interests in Terraversa. In her Majesty's service Don Isaac Montoya
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    Welcome back, kb! And excellent build and story hook - I really like the dungeon you have created. It is has the right feel of ancient decay, while still looking inescapable!
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    @Bodi @KotZ @Captain Genaro @Dukesc The mood in Kings Port was turning foul. Hollande and his expedition had been subject to namecalling and minor acts of vandalism against RNTC property, and contact to Terraversan authorities had been reduced to an absolute minimum. Rumours were circulating amongst the populace that Oleon was involved in some covert mission to sabotage Terraversan independence, and Oldis' government was obviously seizing on the opportunity to gain popularity by alienating the RNTC. Through increasing harbour fees, withholding of supplies, and various administrative obstacles, it was becoming clear that they were outstaying their welcome. On board Hollande's flagship, an ominous note arrived from a reliable abbé from the Temple of Artemis. The messenger was bruised and covered in rotten fruits and mud, and had clearly been in a scowl. Hours later, a seemingly innocent trading vessel crossed the point and entered the harbour. From it, a boat discreetly set out towards Hollande's fleet, carrying a report from Nola Mar.
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    @Flavius Gratian The Amiable and Concord had made almost as much of an impression as the arguably much more important recognition of independence. Particularly L'Olius was thrilled with the gift and had welcomed the Corlander delegation into his court. Oldis in Kings Port, on the other hand, had yet to agree to a formal meeting, and had kept communication at an absolute minimum to satisfy diplomatic etiquette. Then, one morning, two sealed letters arrived. 1st letter, from L'Olius 2nd letter, a hastily encoded document:
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    Second on my todo list for bobs, but thanks for the reminder. Roadmonkeytj is waiting for something too, I see!
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    Very interesting, @Bodi. I find the first pictures the most enlightening in terms of hull shapes, and I am most intrigued by the flat bows of these junks. I have a feeling the leeway on these would have been absolutely horrendous!
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    Anyone here got some good source material for Chinese (war) junks? I am looking to build Lotii ships, and find source material hard to come by. With the lotus stirring in the east, I figure we could all benefit from sharing some ideas :) I did find this interesting photo, although of limited quality. https://www.cardcow.com/374943/chinese-war-junk-whang-ho-transportation-boats-ships/
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    I think I have 6 different almost finished vessels sitting around my work space... Looks great - and as Thaum says, those tops are real nice. How did you fix the lower end of the topmast to the top? I have been struggling with that specific connection myself. As to rigging in general, I think you have it pretty well covered, and adding more will probably only clutter it up. Your foretopgallant-stay is hanging limp, though! As to companionway, it is not something I have ever given much thought. On larger vessels, I have a door or opening under the quarterdeck that would cover it. On smaller vessels, I typically just show a hatch cover or similar. I won't claim any of it to be historical, but I don't think age of sail ships would have proper "phone booth"-like little houses for the companionway.
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    I can probably find a few more characters if you'd like, but I think this should do From left to right: Don Isaac Montoya, Sir Michael Farley, Rear-admiral Samuel Fletcher, Captain Sir Jonathan Cooke, Charles Baker.
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    Then she can certainly be licensed as a class 6. See here for details. Well, initially the background. But I think a bit more variety in colours overall would help too. (Although tan or brown decks would probably look strange ) I'd suggest taking a look at all the various way people make chainplates. There are bulky and elegant solutions, realistic and imaginative, etc. Probably one that suits you too.
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    Can you remind us what the companionway is? Is it the same as the gangway (running down the sides of the ship connecting forecastle and quarterdeck)
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    Yes! A tradition worth upholding, and I am sure you will do so in style! I have several characters who would be delighted to join and I shall try to get you a picture of them and a proper reply ASAP. Great initiative!
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