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Title: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Melnibonean on 03 October 2012, 08:21:15 AM
Greetings folks, I'm planning a pulp game involving a range of pulp characters and clichés.

The concept is set in 1930 and based on King Kong... A film crew led by the fallen movie director CC B DeVille have gone to a "mysterious island" so DeVille can make his movie on the cheap. DeVille has purchased a map to the "mysterious island" and knows that it has a bad reputation and is reputed to be haunted. No worries, all the better for his comeback movie (his first talkie!)

The game involves the film crew and actors, tramp steamer crew (who have other plans), a tribe of Mud Men, Rocketeers, the Mob, various jungle nasties and (of course) a giant gorilla.

The pic below shows the start of the scenery. This was made for Nunawading Wargames Association's (NWA) recent Pirates in September annual get together. It's 6' x 4' and will be extended so that the full table will be 12' x 4'. Quite long and narrow but the idea is a long escape through the jungle to the waiting ship when things go pear shaped... and it will by about turn 2.

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Pirateboard_4.jpg)

Here's a pic of it being used as a pirate cove.
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/PIS12_8.jpg)

The Stars: the beautiful Lillian Glitz and Dirk Beauregard
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/LillianGlitz.jpg) (http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Jones_framed.jpg)

CC B Deville
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/DeVille.jpg)

The Mud Men Shaman
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/MudmanShaman.jpg)

More to follow!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Melnibonean on 03 October 2012, 10:18:27 AM
One thing I forgot to mention is the rules system to be used. Well there is none so to speak. The rules are based on a goal system type thing and a bunch of other rules and concepts that I like and will fit. All very simple and easy to grasp within one or two turns.

Here are some of the character reference cards:

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Lillian.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Dirk.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_DeVille.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Flicker.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Big Martin on 03 October 2012, 03:24:37 PM
That looks good. I've had something similar on the "back burner" for ages - with Zeppelin delivered baddies and volcano gods to be appeased.

Good luck with it.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Stu on 03 October 2012, 04:42:13 PM
Sounds interesting, I'm keeping an eye on this thread, keep the character cards coming.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on 03 October 2012, 05:18:55 PM
Every thing here looks superb! Miniatures, scenery, story all excellent. I particularly love your character reference cards. I'm really looking forward to the game report.  :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Donogh on 04 October 2012, 09:35:30 AM
Great terrain - looking forward to seeing it in action.
Been planning something myself along these lines for end of the month, but afraid your set-up will put mine to shame!
Nice cards too.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game
Post by: Melnibonean on 04 October 2012, 10:12:16 AM
Hi chaps, thanks for the interest. Here are a couple more character cards.
Here comes the cavalry!

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Morton.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Rangers.jpg)

I stole the pics from the Pulp Figures web site (http://pulpfigures.com) because the little chaps are still on my painting bench.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: john Hollyoak on 04 October 2012, 01:22:21 PM
This is all great stuff.
Can I asl you how you do the cards - I would love to do something similar for Chaos in Carpathia/Cairo.

Cheers
John
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: Mason on 04 October 2012, 02:47:05 PM
It all sounds great.

Watching this, so that I can steal copy your ideas!
 ;)

Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: Melnibonean on 04 October 2012, 04:39:01 PM
Quote from: john Hollyoak on 04 October 2012, 01:22:21 PM

Can I asl you how you do the cards - I would love to do something similar for Chaos in Carpathia/Cairo.


I did them on photoshop. Each one has about 50+ layers which make up the basic template. The only thing different in each one is the picture. Of course all the text is unique but I just alter it on the basic template and make some layers invisible where needed. Having said that, all the text is done on Word so that I can spell check etc. Photoshop is pretty crappy for typing and it's easy to make typo's. I then copy and past it.

It's quite complicated but once the basic template is done all the rest is just chopping and changing.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: Donpimpom on 04 October 2012, 05:13:04 PM
Quote from: john Hollyoak on 04 October 2012, 01:22:21 PM
Can I asl you how you do the cards - I would love to do something similar for Chaos in Carpathia/Cairo.

Have you ever seen the CiC section on Agis Page?
http://www.agisn.de/html/chaos_in_cairo.html
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: aggro84 on 05 October 2012, 01:14:08 AM
I love the board but I really love the character cards.

There's some great ideas on them and they look great.  :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (with more character cards)
Post by: Tom Reed on 05 October 2012, 03:10:43 AM
I agree, those character cards are awesome. I can't wait to see more.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (more painted figures)
Post by: Melnibonean on 12 October 2012, 11:06:11 AM
I finished these guys last week but it's taken me this long to get a pic of them.

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/RocketMorton.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added some painted figures)
Post by: DoctorPete on 12 October 2012, 05:09:54 PM
The leading lady has a "tantrum" attack... lol lol lol lol  This is a great idea and well executed! 
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added some painted figures)
Post by: Mason on 12 October 2012, 06:29:45 PM
Sterling effort on The Rocket Rangers!
 :-*

Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added some painted figures)
Post by: Elk101 on 12 October 2012, 07:06:10 PM
I'll echo the sentiments on the cards. I'd love to see your AAR on this!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added some painted figures)
Post by: Melnibonean on 21 October 2012, 11:49:48 AM
Greetings folks. Work on my Kong game is continuing at a cracking pace.
I've started that last sections of the board and I've been up to my elbows in extruded polystyrene all weekend. I'll post some results soon.

However, today I just wanted to post up some more character sheets for the crew of the Madagascar Queen (shore party).
There are 7 of them all up: Cap'n, mate and 5 seamen. They will also have a harpoon gun (pulled out of the hold) complete with home made chloroform bombs and they also get to lay several traps including a large one for the great Beast himself (but will it hold him???).

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Captain.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Kransky.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Seamen.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: aggro84 on 21 October 2012, 01:16:00 PM
More great cards! The trays just ooze character and make the models unique.
, plus they are pretty to look at.  :D
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: magokiron on 23 October 2012, 08:11:06 AM
Sounds like a VERY FUN project!

And yor cards and painted miniatures just seem to add to the atmosphere and fun for everyone involved.

Please keep us posted about any updates.

Best wishes.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: Leapsnbounds on 28 October 2012, 03:00:30 AM
 Where is Zoot Horn Rollo and the Mascara Snake?
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: Melnibonean on 28 October 2012, 04:25:49 AM
Quote from: Leapsnbounds on 28 October 2012, 03:00:30 AM
Where is Zoot Horn Rollo and the Mascara Snake?

They're out the back with Drumbo and Ed Marimba.
 ;)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on 28 October 2012, 06:16:45 PM
Havn't been on the Pulp board for quite a while, and just looking at this superb thread shows what I've been missing ...
 :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (New character sheets - Ship's crew)
Post by: Melnibonean on 29 October 2012, 03:54:18 AM
I've been working on the terrain for my Kong game. It is an extension of some pre-existing terrain. The entire board is 10' x 4'. Here are a couple of pics of the work in process.
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_1.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_3.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_4.jpg)

And here it is with some of the small jungle pieces. I've made about 15 - about half of what I need and I'm still working on the trees (more pics soon).
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_6.jpg)

Lillian Glitz Promo Shot - On the top of the knoll...
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Promoshot.jpg)

Dirk Beauregard Promo Shot.
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Promoshot2.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Melnibonean on 29 October 2012, 03:57:51 AM
Oh yeah.

And this...

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Poster.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on 29 October 2012, 05:43:04 AM
This is magnificent. Really looking forward to your report on the game itself!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Big Martin on 29 October 2012, 12:33:55 PM
Looking good. I love the poster. :)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 29 October 2012, 01:15:42 PM
Ooo, I like the mesa  :-*

cheers

James
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Eric the Shed on 29 October 2012, 01:25:19 PM
Can we see Kong ?

This is brill
 ;D
Eric
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Mason on 29 October 2012, 02:18:30 PM
Love the additions.
That mesa is gorgeous, and the other, smaller parts are great.
Love the obelisk!
 :-*

Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: magokiron on 29 October 2012, 05:56:20 PM
Looking MORE THAN GOOD!

Now we are waiting the AAR for these beautiful minis and terrain and cards.

Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Melnibonean on 29 October 2012, 09:37:47 PM
Quote from: Eric the Shed on 29 October 2012, 01:25:19 PM
Can we see Kong ?


Thanks for all the kind replies. I'm having a good time putting all of this together.

I've had trouble finding a decent Kong so I'm sculpting my own. Starting yesterday, he is currently a large armature. I've bulked it out and will start to fill it out and add details today. And I am taking progress pics.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Hat Guy on 29 October 2012, 11:01:44 PM
Good to see that big bag of grass going to good use.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: General on 30 October 2012, 03:07:08 AM
Looks great!  Looking forward to the next update.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: aggro84 on 30 October 2012, 04:20:10 AM
The terrain looks fantastic!  :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Stavros on 31 October 2012, 12:46:00 AM
Amazing scenery....love the coastline and especially the rock detail...gonna have to attempt something similar for my Back of Beyond/Pulp games.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Dr. The Viking on 31 October 2012, 01:28:29 PM
Absolutely thrilling set up!  :o
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (added Terrain Pics - WIP )
Post by: Melnibonean on 27 November 2012, 11:21:44 AM
I finally found my Kong.
After a long search through the dark and dismal gizzards of the internet (and every toyshop I could find) I finally found my guy on Amazon for $7.95. He arrived to day and he is perfect... Well he did need to spend an hour or so in the make up department. He stands about 6.5" and fits in perfectly with 28mm.

He still needs some scars added to his chest and a bit more bulking out around his jowls. But here are a couple of pics I took while his new face is still curing.

Cheers,
IanKH

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_3.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_2.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_4.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: Poiter50 on 27 November 2012, 02:31:24 PM
A before picture?
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: Chairface on 27 November 2012, 04:09:10 PM
Beautifully done!  :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: d phipps on 27 November 2012, 04:57:36 PM
Very nice! You've certainly added a lot more character to the face.


Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: DeafNala on 27 November 2012, 05:10:18 PM
Congratulations on an EXCELLENT FIND. What a TERRIFICALLY expressive face you've created. GREAT WORK!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 27 November 2012, 05:12:42 PM
Stunning face, well done!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: uti long smile on 27 November 2012, 06:17:44 PM
Brilliant stuff! Are you using a version of 7TV for the rules?
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: Melnibonean on 27 November 2012, 11:51:22 PM
Thanks for all the kind words folks. A bit more GS work and then some paint.
The scenario is almost ready to try out.

Quote from: uti long smile on 27 November 2012, 06:17:44 PM
Brilliant stuff! Are you using a version of 7TV for the rules?
Sort of. I've put together a rule set using some 7TV and some Goal System. I intend to use the scenario for several expo's next year and I've made them very simple and easy to pick up. So I picked out various the 'fool proof' rules and put them all together.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: uti long smile on 28 November 2012, 07:40:25 AM
Quote from: Melnibonean on 27 November 2012, 11:51:22 PM
Thanks for all the kind words folks. A bit more GS work and then some paint.
The scenario is almost ready to try out.
Sort of. I've put together a rule set using some 7TV and some Goal System. I intend to use the scenario for several expo's next year and I've made them very simple and easy to pick up. So I picked out various the 'fool proof' rules and put them all together.

Nicely done! I have a version of 7TV: Pulp in draft for about a year. I would love to finally release them when we get the time!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: bandit86 on 28 November 2012, 08:15:52 AM
I have one of those Kong pick him up at AC Moore's for $5  But I love what you did with the face!!!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (I found my Kong p.3 )
Post by: Melnibonean on 28 November 2012, 12:15:54 PM
I was very keen to get the big fella done. I filled out his face a bit and bulked out his chest (just a little) and added some old battle scars. He was very easily painted. Very dark grey (almost black) and two dry brushed shades. However I did leave the eyes of the original figure because they looked great. I just added a bit of red and a little glinting spot. His teeth look a little odd in the close pics. They are actually bone coloured.

Anyway, here he is:

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_5.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_6.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_7.jpg)

EDIT: And here is his character card:

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kong_Chr_Sheet_Kong.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: aggro84 on 30 November 2012, 04:04:07 PM
Amazing model and card!
I am very impressed!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: Andym on 30 November 2012, 08:49:34 PM
Great table and fantastic looking Kong!!! :-* :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: smokezombie on 01 December 2012, 02:48:18 PM
Poo flick. " I had my mouth open"

Too too funny. I laughed so much I  almost choked.

This is a magnificent thread. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: Legion1963 on 02 December 2012, 03:06:03 PM
And again i have to fight the urge to run of and start collecting stuff for a new project. What is that? It happens evry time i visit this website. Hmm, maybe some other medicine?
Anyway, this Kong project look magnifique! As a small boy growing up in Amsterdam, for a long time a comic of the King Kong story was my faithfull companion going every where i went. Reading it maybe a hundred times or more. Funnily enough i still have not seen the newest film of that great story, by Peter Jackson. I might pick it up for next to nothing some of these pre-Christmass shopping days as it is some years old.
So i am looking forward to the progress of this project. Keep up the good work!
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: Wolf Girl on 03 December 2012, 12:38:47 AM
Kong looks amazing! I love all the cuts and scrapes he has.  :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: Melnibonean on 03 December 2012, 12:42:23 PM
Thanks for all the kind words folks. This is really something that I'm having a great time working on.
I've just started the final piece for the terrain and I'll get a couple of pics up of the board within the next few days.

Cheers,
IanKH
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Finished Kong p.3 )
Post by: Melnibonean on 05 December 2012, 12:02:03 PM
Well I've almost finished the terrain so I thought I'd put it all together and have a look and get a few pics. I still need to make a bit more foliage and one or two more trees. I also think I need to bulk out a couple of the trees too.

Here's a couple of pics. You can see more at my blog: http://28mmlife.6sided.net/

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_11.jpg)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg91/ikhemm/Kongterrain_15.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 05 December 2012, 12:07:19 PM
Awesome! I'm never getting tired of Jungle boards, they're just the perfect landscapes for a good Pulp game.

Btw, the image links on your blog doesn't work properly.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Mason on 05 December 2012, 12:17:25 PM
 :o

Wow!
Looking great!
 :-*


Cant wait to see more.....
 ;)

Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Christian on 05 December 2012, 12:20:23 PM
Really great stuff. Good on you!

Will you be bringing that set up north by any chance? Cancon, perhaps?

I mean... please?  lol
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 05 December 2012, 12:22:13 PM
Coming together nicely  8)

Poo flick  lol

Thinking about it, that's what people will be rolling and hoping for  lol

cheers

James
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Andym on 05 December 2012, 12:58:27 PM
Again, amazing work! Loving the whole jungle set!!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on 05 December 2012, 07:01:22 PM
I love your photos, this is a work of genius.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: SBRPearce on 06 December 2012, 02:13:13 PM
Legion1963-- You have my advice and permission to give the Peter Jackson "King Kong" a miss. There are a few good lines, but there's no "weight" to the CGI sequences. In the same way that they show a steel-hulled tramp freighter banging broadside into rocks and rolling away like a fiberglas canoe in a stream, they show a 7 meter gorilla who presumably weighs upwards of 10 tons flipping around like an acrobat. And the scene of Kong gliding across the frozen pond in Central Park floored me. "How thick is that ice? No, not that thick, really!"
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: Centaur_Seducer on 06 December 2012, 02:33:53 PM
Quote from: SBRPearce on 06 December 2012, 02:13:13 PM
Legion1963-- You have my advice and permission to give the Peter Jackson "King Kong" a miss. There are a few good lines, but there's no "weight" to the CGI sequences. In the same way that they show a steel-hulled tramp freighter banging broadside into rocks and rolling away like a fiberglas canoe in a stream, they show a 7 meter gorilla who presumably weighs upwards of 10 tons flipping around like an acrobat. And the scene of Kong gliding across the frozen pond in Central Park floored me. "How thick is that ice? No, not that thick, really!"
So you mean that King Kong, a film about a 10 ton gorilla, isn't a realistic film? My god! :o

Love this thread, and that conversion on the face is fantastic :-*
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: magokiron on 06 December 2012, 08:30:18 PM
Just... AMAZING!

Love the miniatures, the cards, the scenery... and your converted KONG is a piece of art.

You are sooo talented man.

Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: I'm planning a pulp game (Putting the terrain together p.4 )
Post by: SBRPearce on 07 December 2012, 02:29:18 PM
Silversixx -  

I'll accept a 10-ton gorilla - that's fantastic and I like Pulp for elements of the fantastic and the heroic within a real world setting of the 1920s-30s. 10-ton gorillas performing aerial kung-fu gymnastics with Tyrannosaurus Rexes edges leaps into the absurd, which they reinforced by ignoring real-world stuff like the ice and the ship. It seems sometimes that filmmakers throw in elements like the ship sequence because they don't believe that the audience will accept that the ship's in danger if it isn't shooting around like a chip on a millrace. It's like showing a giant cruise ship turning multiple barrel-rolls. (Oh, wait, that movie's been done. Twice....) :)

Sorry about the thread-littering. I really love your AARs, and I think I speak for everyone when I say that I envy your toys and the fun you guys are having!