Spud The Viking

A lovely build - and a great honour! Many thanks, and congratulations to others for their efforts and rewards!

Hah! I seen this a wee while ago in a Facebook group. I don't think it warrants the price tag for the set though

Very nice build! I always appreciate your lighting and framing too! Looks like there is an overhang at the back. Is this well supported or sitting tenuously? Just curious.

Nice build and story! Haha, it would be more 'Assassin's Creed' if you had them jump from a height that landing in a haystack would still result in multiple fractures

Thanks! Awesome, thank you very much!

Very nice build. It is always a risk using lime green, but the reddish brown helps contain it, and it looks very good. Clever chilli plants!

Thanks! As Ayrlego said, the war is pretty 'far away' from those in Port Raleigh, and they do not face any huge sectarian violence from the Corries there. Thank you! I originally had the walls straight but decided that angling them slightly gave a nicer look. Thanks! Thank you! The wedge plates are attached to the columns with a headlight brick. I was worried it would have turned out more like a Star Wars moc, but it seems fine

Small Art and Culture:

Task 8 - The Lotii Connection - Build 1:

The Lotii community in Port Raleigh has grown significantly over the past few years. While the rest of the settlement enjoys a friendly connection with the Lotii, there is still a wall separating the groups. One of which is reserved for servants, and given the size, only those entering on foot. The gate was most appealing, given the cherry blossom tree and bamboo clearly visible from outside, beckoning the intrepid Corrington native to enter and explore the oriental plants and architecture. One busy Lotti servant was busy carrying food supplies, only realising he had went to the wrong gate. However, one unamused Corrie officer walked past, delivering a letter between the two forts in Port Raleigh. Apparently, he didn't want the smell of fish to linger on his freshly laundered uniform.

Nice build, the ruins are well done. And a very touching story. Has the stress of the war turned the Bluecoats bald? If so, the Corrington press might start calling your armies the Baldcoats

Thank you, Khorne! A great honour!

Very nice build! I like the fence as well as the overall shape of the inn. Were the olive green plates in the roof intentional, like moss?

Thanks! I'll take a proper photo for the Compendium soon. Also, it says the "Brick Watch" instead of "Block Watch"

Amazing build, so much life! Great style on all of them. And as others have said, I appreciate the stories that go along with it!

Who doesn't want kilted heroes? Thanks! Oh, interesting on the island of Tam, I hadn't noticed this! Thank you! Thanks! Yes, the variety has been very nice. Haha, thanks!

Brilliant build! I love the whole feel of the plantation, and the building at an angle.

Thanks! Cheers, auld boy! I hadn't properly noticed this build and story, very nice! And yes, those French Oleon-supporting Jacobites rebels! My headcanon is that BotBS takes place around the Seven Years War, so the effect of the '45 uprising is still somewhat fresh. Thanks, I really want to use them again too. THe annoying thing is they will now have to moved by ships elsewhere!

A troop raising build, The 42nd Highland Regiment of Foot, The Black Watch.

Following an uprising in northern Corrington by some clans, the Corrington Government set about raising 'watches' to counter any further movements. Over time, these regiments became highly skilled and experienced, the most prominent of which was The Block Watch. With war entangling many of the colonial territories in the East, the 42nd Highlanders Regiment of Foot was moved to King's Harbour and settled camp, awaiting further orders.

Thank you! Thanks Bregir! It may have been inspired by "lockdown" experiences. I mean, who wouldn't be annoyed in a hot jungle with a full uniform and no change of clothes? Yes, I ordered some a short while ago and thought I'd throw them in for variety (or rather all of my regular yellow is being used on a ship )

Part One is Here Along the long interior of Terraversa, the group were starting to get on each other's nerves... The soon came across an Atwi town. "Marvellous, look at that!" Baker exclaimed. "The whole place is in full support of the resistance!" True enough, the settlement was blooming with blue and yellow. The trio were hailed as they came alongside the town wall. The weather was humid and warm, and a long march through the jungle began to tire our daring diplomats. "I say, have any of you chaps seen my shaving equipment?" Brickleton asked. Baker went on to water the horses, as Captain Brickleton began rummaging through their baggage. The locals came out to chat with the visitors. It turned out that the warriors had already been active in fighting the invading Bluecoats. One of the townsmen spoke of how he lost a leg during the siege of King's Port. Spud continued the conversation, "Most valiant, man. I say, you will know the road to Pamu, aye?" The men nodded. "Well then, could you show us the way?" The men agreed to lead them a few miles in the correct direction, which was better than nothing. "And what of the Bluecoats? Will their scouts be nearby?" Lord Spud questioned. "It's not here!" Brickleton shouted over. "What?" Returned Spud. "My shaving equipment! I cannot go to the peace talks with a moustache!!" Answered the Captain. "We found your boots in that bag, I bet your razer is in there too!" Retorted Spud. "Montoya, could you please pay attention here, we need to know of the dangers ahead" "Hmmm", pondered Montoya, "in my notes I have never seen a red one before. That leaves only Trans-Neon Yellow to be discovered!" "Sir! We have to keep on track" Insisted Lord Spud. "Ocht, why did I sign up to this? I think dealing with these men will be harder than the talks with Oldis!" Will the men make it to Pamu in good spirits? Will they negotiate a brilliant deal in Pamu? Will Brickleton find his shaving equipment? All these important questions will be answered soon...

A really nice build, I echo the sentiments of previous comments! While the main building is fantastic, the rest seems a tad "empty". Maybe some wagons, or tents, or supplies dotted around the place would make it feel full. Even if the troops were stood on the grass outside, that would help. Also, I'm loving the map updates!

Good point! Under the deck is a lot of bricks, making it bulky and giving support. I will add more hinges or maybe even mixel joints so it doesn't collapse as I lift it True, but the mast is where it is on the plans. Once I have completed the cabin I will see if it looks too far forward and keep your advice in mind. Thanks! Thank you! Any and all advice is welcome, I enjoy building ships because it is challenging and out of my comfort zone!

Hello all! Here is my distraction from my dissertation: an East Indiaman! I am still working out the stern and bow, although I'm happy with the shape of the sides so far. I took the plans from a website for the ship Falmouth.