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Miniatures Adventure => VSF Adventures => Topic started by: Malamute on 08 June 2008, 06:17:05 PM
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Most, in fact all of the fighting had been taking place within the ruined church with B Company, 2nd Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Surrey giving the Prussians a serious drubbing under the command of Captain Edward Woodwoodwoodwoodson.
Frankly the rest of Major Farquar Farquarson's command were getting a bit bored sitting it out, watching from the safety of their redoubt on the opposite side of the river.
One solitary experimental Lowen steam carriage armed with a single Nordenfeld machine gun decided it was time to go and give the dastardly enemy a taste of British steel and lead.
Dutifully the carriage chugged out from behind the church and opened fire on the nearest Prussian infantry unit. Sadly the Nordenfeld was never the most deadly of weapons and the casualty rate inflicted upon the enemy was frankly poor.
The Prussians in return opened fire on the carriage, not causing any casualties, but damaged the paintwork. The crew were by this point furious, having spent the entire morning polishing the carriage decided the sensible thing to do would be to drive over the hapless Prussians.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/Steamcarriageattacks.jpg)
Fortunateley for the Steam Carriage the Prussians were utterly useless at placing their sausage shaped sticky bombs and the carraige continued to drive and reverse over anything wearing a Pickelhaube.
Meanwhile back on the Surrey bank a cheer rose up from the redoubt. Major farqaurson's first reinforcements arrived in the form of the Shere village first eleven cricket team and a single Screw gun and RA crew.
(We later found out the cheer was not for the arrival of the reinforcements but for the magnificent victory the cricket team had just inflicted on their fiercest rivals the Woking first Eleven. Apparently they declared at 471 for 3 and had bowled them out for 55 still managing to fit in lunch and cream teas before joining the battle.)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/reinforcements.jpg)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/the1stElevenarrive.jpg)
Back in the church however things were not going well for Captain Woodwoodwoodwoodson. His command was being destroyed before his eyes as the Prussian assualt troops swarmed in around him. (Many seeking refuge from the chaos being caused by the steam carriage outside.) Eventually he fell with a bullet lodged in his heart.His last thoughts undoubtedly were for his young bride waiting back in the village in a large comfy bed and his missed opportunity to score that century against Woking.
At this point the battle could have turned as the Prussians now moved forward en masse protected by the high stone walls of the church.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/seebattalionadvance.jpg)
The Prussian marines move forward.
Seizing the moment knowing attack is the best form of defence Major Farquarson ordered forward the naval brigade to engage the Prussians now occupying the church.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/navalbrigadechurch.jpg)
A fierce firefight commenced between the two respective naval brigade's machine guns. Unusually the Nordenfeld came off best, its crew cut down by fifty percent still managed to destroy their Prussian counterpart.
Another cheer was heard from the Surrey river bank as further reinforcements arrived. And a truly impressive sight it was too. A shiny new Lowen Steam walker, a detachment of infantry all the way from Shropshire.(this was to be their first taste of action, virgin troops every one of them) and a dashing squadron of Lancers under the command of the Khazi of Khalibar.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/reinforcements2.jpg)
Too late in the day did these chaps arrive. The Lancers did nothing more than sit on the river bank and water their horses, with their lance penants gently fluttering in the breeze. The steam walker on the other hand couldn't wait to engage the enemy and strode straight across the river keen to enter the fight.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/steamcollision.jpg)
Unfortunately things did not go so well for the walker. It managed to inflict some casualties with its machine gun but was immediately engaged by the Prussian tanks. Causing little damage with their guns they opted for the old fashioned method of a frontal charge and drove straight into the legs of the walker.
At the terrifying speed of 15mph this had a catostrophic effect on the walker and it came crashing to the ground. Fortunately none of the crew were injured and consequently they continued to merrily shoot up the Prussians from the now grounded machine.
At around 4pm sensing victory members of the Royal Horticultural society from nearby Wisley who had been conducting a lecture in the parish hall came forward to observe the action.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/horticulturalsociety.jpg)
The Prussians in th econfusion thought this new group were more British troops. They sensed defeat was imminent and launched one final desparate assault on the bridge. But this too faltered and they decided enough was enough and begun to withdraw.
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc80/nickfutter/theend.jpg)
The Shere 1st Eleven cricket team charge across the bridge to engage the Prussian tank armed with cricket ball grenades.
So ended this most crucial engagement in the ongoing war with Prussia. We believe the Prussians have learned a valauble lesson in not underestimating the resolve and guts of the British. Hurrah!!!
Thanks to Thunderchicken and Gregg for making the journey over and making this an enjoyable fight. :)
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Excellent report. I'm looking forward to inflicting some Prussian revenge on your cricketers.
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vary good report! :-* :-*
your entier campainge have been most entertaning!
Wish I lived in England to, so I could take part in the game :'(
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Looks like a great game and a great table!
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I've never heard a more biased exaggerated report in all my wargaming years. However being a reluctant Prussian commander I agree with everything Malamute wrote ;)
Looking forward to getting back into the Brit ranks where my smoking jacket and port is waiting.
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What can I say but: "same high quality as part 1"?
Exellent, gents!
Rudi
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Another great looking game their chaps. :)
Can someone please identify one of the members of the Royal Horticultural society for me? Where did the character at the bottom of the picture in the red jacket come from?
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Another great looking game their chaps. :)
Can someone please identify one of the members of the Royal Horticultural society for me? Where did the character at the bottom of the picture in the red jacket come from?
She is Westwind, one of the Victorian ladies of the night from their Gothic Horror Jack the Ripper range.
If you mean the one dressed all in red, then she is Foundry Darkest Africa.
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Another highly entertaining report Malamute. I'm hoping this campaign lasts for quite a while so we get to read more. :D
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yes now the question is well england push the advantage or will the consolidat and wait for the next prussian move?
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Wonderful, simply wonderful :-* :-*
A cracking report from the master of VSF.
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She is Westwind, one of the Victorian ladies of the night from their Gothic Horror Jack the Ripper range.
If you mean the one dressed all in red, then she is Foundry Darkest Africa.
I recognised the Foundry Ladies as I have most of them.
I'm looking at this one:
(http://revford.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/temp/horticulturalsociety.jpg)
The head looks like the girl in the clipping, but have you built a new body for her?
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Excellent report again. 8)
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She is Westwind, one of the Victorian ladies of the night from their Gothic Horror Jack the Ripper range.
If you mean the one dressed all in red, then she is Foundry Darkest Africa.
I recognised the Foundry Ladies as I have most of them.
I'm looking at this one:
(http://revford.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/temp/horticulturalsociety.jpg)
The head looks like the girl in the clipping, but have you built a new body for her?
I say! I hadn't noticed her :`
She doesn't look the sort to go around propagating Geraniums. I think she may be a dastardly Prussian spy, in a cunning disguise! Well, Nuns are far too obvious, after all lol
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Good show, indeed!
Very nice table, mini's and report. Truly enjoyed it.
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She doesn't look the sort to go around propagating Geraniums. I think she may be a dastardly Prussian spy, in a cunning disguise! Well, Nuns are far too obvious, after all lol
lol
Good catch! She almost got away with it too.
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Great looking game!
Who makes the cricket team members?
I'm always looking for more Victorian civilians to add to the collection.
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She is Westwind, one of the Victorian ladies of the night from their Gothic Horror Jack the Ripper range.
If you mean the one dressed all in red, then she is Foundry Darkest Africa.
I recognised the Foundry Ladies as I have most of them.
I'm looking at this one:
(http://revford.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/temp/horticulturalsociety.jpg)
The head looks like the girl in the clipping, but have you built a new body for her?
No she is a separate figure entirely and I think I have just realised she is not in the Jack the ripper pack (sorry). She is from the Circus of Death. "the gang" pack.
http://www.westwindproductions.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2_39&products_id=355
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Great looking game!
Who makes the cricket team members?
I'm always looking for more Victorian civilians to add to the collection.
Mostly all Foundry old west townsfolk dressed in bowler and top hats. Some are conversions.
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I am a bit late with my praise but this is truely wall-to-wall loveliness!
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lol Another outstanding report, The Prussians need expert help, they shouldn't be being pushed back like this >:( >:(. If only I lived nearer, it would be great to join you and throw my Prussian Leviathon into the fray (it's a tad big lol). Roll on the next report, I can't wait.
Cheers
Fritzy
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lol Another outstanding report, The Prussians need expert help, they shouldn't be being pushed back like this >:( >:(. If only I lived nearer, it would be great to join you and throw my Prussian Leviathon into the fray (it's a tad big lol). Roll on the next report, I can't wait.
Cheers
Fritzy
Fritzy Old Boy,
You are most welcome at our next gathering. I will let you know wellin advance and hopefully you can find a way to join us.
Besides we need more cannon fodder for the Victorious Brits ;)
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Now that is a challenge if ever there was one. Sir Bullshot has seen the development of said leviathon which should prove rather troublesome to the inferior Britishers lol.
First Prussian troops are being recruited in a couple of weeks ready for a huge push to take over all the tea trolleys and cake shops, oh and the country.
Cheers
Fritzy
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No she is a separate figure entirely and I think I have just realised she is not in the Jack the ripper pack (sorry). She is from the Circus of Death. "the gang" pack.
http://www.westwindproductions.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2_39&products_id=355
Fantastic, Cheers Man.
This is becoming quite the epic campaign now. :)
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Now that is a challenge if ever there was one. Sir Bullshot has seen the development of said leviathon which should prove rather troublesome to the inferior Britishers lol.
First Prussian troops are being recruited in a couple of weeks ready for a huge push to take over all the tea trolleys and cake shops, oh and the country.
Cheers
Fritzy
Well thats a come on if ever there was one. :)
No way will everybody be eating Lebenkuchen, we will stick to our beloved Victoria sponge lol
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Looks awesome. What rules did you use to play this game ? Gaslights or another set?
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Looks awesome. What rules did you use to play this game ? Gaslights or another set?
Yep, Gaslight.
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Wonderful! I cross Shere bridge every day, now i can think of other things rather than the rude people who dont acknowledge Ive let them go first!!
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very cool