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    As you chaps have been clamouring to see the Harbour, although it is not yet complete, here is a snap view of it under construction now that the second fort has been finished.

    The small fort.

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    An overview of the Port.
    Still a lot of shading, highlighting and small finishing touches to do.

    Tomorrow the glaziers are in.

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    ...i pray for your patience Take the breaks you need Captain
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    ...put him in the brig until he's sober...

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    The glaziers came today.
    Note how it brings the town to life, compared to earlier pictures.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    The glaziers came today.
    o/~ ....with his merry glazier's song... o/~ ? :D

    That looks really pretty - I aspire to similar when I can find where I stored all the 1/1000th buildings I bought last year!
    "And we'll rant and we'll roar, like true British sailors
    We'll rant and we'll roar, all on the salt sea
    Until we strike sounding in the channel of old England:
    From Ushant to Scilly, 'tis thirty-five leagues."

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    Quote Originally Posted by TroubleAtTMill View Post
    o/~ ....with his merry glazier's song... o/~ ? :D
    I should have done that yesterday then Mike.
    Rob.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    I should have done that yesterday then Mike.
    Rob.
    True. But then you'd have been painting today. And it all starts again on Monday :D

    (Do you think we've confused the youngsters and Americans enough yet?)
    "And we'll rant and we'll roar, like true British sailors
    We'll rant and we'll roar, all on the salt sea
    Until we strike sounding in the channel of old England:
    From Ushant to Scilly, 'tis thirty-five leagues."

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    Not yet Mike, but if we work at it.
    On Saturday and Sunday I do no work at all.
    I will be at Triples.
    So twas on a Monday morning etc.........

    Cpt. Swann.

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    Just managed to get the alternative headland finished last night.


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    Nice Rob, Very nice. Does it match well with the shore-line. I hope so. I would love to see that! Well done mate.
    Be safe
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    Very nice indeed

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    Thanks Gentlemen. I'm now working on the edges of the harbour wall and stealing unashamedly from Julián's wall as it will help to tie in each piece of the terrain better.
    They do say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
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    Last evening I managed to get my last piece (for the present) started.
    It can fit between the harbour and the coastline with the small fort, or comprise a small cove along with that piece as a stand alone.

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    I'm now going off to paint and grass it up.

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    And look what arrived in the post today.
    The last parts in the port jigsaw.

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    I'm still waiting for my stuff to arrive. I'm getting quite excited/impatient.

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    I have another version of that fort, Rob.
    The one I have has a little tower on top of the bigger tower.

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    It's here!

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    Can't wait to see all these pieces on the board Rob, Hugh and Jonas.

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    I have only painted two forts and some home made stone batteries.

    It will be a while...

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    Ancillary headland now completed.
    Tomorrow work on the harbour walls and dock starts.


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    Looking good Rod.
    Be safe
    Rory

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    Here is the alternative headland now completed this morning.

    The Fort on this one is removable.

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    Only the Harbour and its ancillary accoutrements to complete now.
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    Rob it's beautiful i am sure inspired. so much in fact that i will start making some terrain myselfe
    Thanks Morten
    ...put him in the brig until he's sober...

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    Rob,
    Looking good. I too use free-standing forts, batteries etc. This made the piece more useable in games. I know it can look better if it is put into the piece but it is a working piece not just for show.
    Be safe
    Rory

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    Thanks Chaps.
    I have fixed the rest of my fortifications, but want that headlands to be more versatile.
    Rob.

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    Still a few bits to add, but good enough to use for my next AAR now.


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    ...there is a ship at anchor in the background. You can hardly imagine it. I am running on the quay, not to be late for her departure. Must weigh anchor and hold the line...WAIT FOR ME Captain
    Oh...I am too old to adulthood
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    You are well in time Morten.
    You can't see from that angle, but it has not yet even got its yards crossed.
    Rob.

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    I am very much impressed!

    It's beautiful! I can't send rep your way yet, I'm afraid, but you'd deserve it if I could.

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    I like it a lot. Not a nice one to sail in and out off! High island (wind shadow) and sand-bars. Hope your ships have good charts and masters! Good luck!
    Be safe
    Rory

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    Stunningly awesome Rob. Rep canon out of powder. As sson as I reload a broadside coming your way.

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    Really nice Rob, makes my effort look feeble, back to the drawing board for me.
    Will we see this masterpiece at Partizan in May ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Capn Duff View Post
    Really nice Rob, makes my effort look feeble, back to the drawing board for me.
    Will we see this masterpiece at Partizan in May ?
    My dear Captain Duff.
    If you can incorporate it into a game at Partizan of course you shall have it.
    Your most obt. and humble servant.
    Wm. Bligh.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Devsdoc View Post
    I like it a lot. Not a nice one to sail in and out off! High island (wind shadow) and sand-bars. Hope your ships have good charts and masters! Good luck!
    Be safe
    Rory
    The sand bars are not normally there, but were included for the Solo March Scenario. The whole set up cab be transformed as far as the defenses, and size of the port are concerned. I can up the defenses by including the flat Island to replace the volcanic plug shown. That flat Island has two more dedicated batteries commanding the channels. i can also add another medium sized fort to the headland at the rear of the town.
    Rob.

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    Amazing work, Rob.

    I'm curious for the next solo mission.

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    Simply brilliant Rob

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    Creates a magnificent atmosphere, I can't wait to see it in action!

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    You can catch it in action here Richard.

    http://sailsofglory.org/showthread.p...scenario-Bligh

    Rob.

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    Your fort looks great, Rob!

    However, siting it below the headland would make it vulnerable to enemy artillery dug in on the headland; not that it will make any difference in the game, of course. :)

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    They never expect an attack from inland in any of the books Dave.

    Did you spot the Martello tower on the headland covering the rear?
    Rob.

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    In the KS Empire of the Sea game rule book there is a great picture of the bombardment of Havanna from the sea and yoru big fort on the receiving end Rob.

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    Have you got a copy Neil?

    Rob.

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    You can download the r u le book as a off from the site.

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    Apologies Rob, predeictive text.

    Coastline coming on/ Islands done and used in last 2 games to be posted yet.

    Port cut out, awaiting land and paint.

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    I would never have noticed if you had not mentioned it Neil.
    Can't wait to see your games with the coastline in.
    Between the lot of us we must have a fairly comprehensive set of supporting materials by now.
    Rob.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    Still a few bits to add, but good enough to use for my next AAR now.

    That looks great Rob
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    Thanks Darell. Glad you liked it.
    I am now planning out how to store all the terrain modules.
    Rob.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    Thanks Darell. Glad you liked it.
    I am now planning out how to store all the terrain modules.
    Rob.
    That my friend is the fun bit. Good luck!
    Be safe
    Rory

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    I have a chest of draws that I salvaged from the curb that stores all of my hobby stuff in the garage. Perfect.

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    Just completed the storage box for the terrain modules and accessories.

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    Here is the box.


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    Bottom layer holds an FIC pick and pluck tray with the small components on one side,
    and the large island plus fort on the other.
    Note the spacers stuck on to stop items colliding in transport.

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    The Harbour slots in above the tray.

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    Third layer is another tray with the headland and coastal sections.

    The lid just presses down enough to keep everything in place.
    I will add bungee straps around if for long journeys.

    Rob.

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    Ikea packing style, it fits all ;)

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