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Miniatures Adventure => Fantasy Adventures => Topic started by: Raven of Alladore on March 28, 2021, 04:55:04 PM
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Hello everyone, Tom here from The 'Ravens of Alladore' Blog!
Since it's release in 2018, my wife and I have been playing through Joe McCullough's excellent Rangers of Shadow Deep game. When we started playing, we decided to write up our games as an ongoing series of picture heavy, narrative battle reports.
I've always posted links to the Blogs on the official Rangers Facebook group, but was encouraged to share them here for other people to read by some of the members on there!
You can read our ongoing series in order here:
CHAPTER 1:
Introduction to our heroes and setting:
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2018/12/12/the-ravens-of-alladore-rangers-of-shadow-deep/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2018/12/12/the-ravens-of-alladore-rangers-of-shadow-deep/)
The Missing Part 1: The Deserted Village!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2018/12/21/%ef%bb%bfbattle-report-mission-1-scenario-1-the-isolated-village/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2018/12/21/%ef%bb%bfbattle-report-mission-1-scenario-1-the-isolated-village/)
The Missing Part 2: The Infected Trees!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/01/09/battle-report-mission-1-scenario-2-the-infected-forest%ef%bb%bf/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/01/09/battle-report-mission-1-scenario-2-the-infected-forest%ef%bb%bf/)
The Beacon Tower Part 1: The Bridge Guards!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/11/mission-2-scenario-1-the-bridge-guards/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/11/mission-2-scenario-1-the-bridge-guards/)
The Beacon Tower Part 2: Tor Varden Lower Level!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/21/battle-report-mission-2-scenario-2-tor-varden-lower-level/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/21/battle-report-mission-2-scenario-2-tor-varden-lower-level/)
The Beacon Tower Part 3: Tor Varden Upper Level!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/26/battle-report-mission-2-scenario-3-tor-varden-upper-level/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/02/26/battle-report-mission-2-scenario-3-tor-varden-upper-level/)
Unquiet Graves (Custom Scenario)!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/12/companion-mission-unquiet-graves/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/12/companion-mission-unquiet-graves/)
Descent into Darkness Part 1: The Broken Stairs!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/26/mission-3-scenario-1-the-broken-stairs/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/26/mission-3-scenario-1-the-broken-stairs/)
Descent into Darkness Part 2: The Swampland!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/29/mission-3-scenario-2-swampland/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/29/mission-3-scenario-2-swampland/)
Descent into Darkness Part 3: The Last Stand!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/04/16/mission-3-scenario-3-last-stand/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/04/16/mission-3-scenario-3-last-stand/)
Descent into Darkness Part 4: Return to the Swampland!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/04/26/mission-3-scenario-4-return-to-the-swampland/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/04/26/mission-3-scenario-4-return-to-the-swampland/)
Descent into Darkness Part 5: Return to the Broken Stairs!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/05/15/mission-3-scenario-5-return-to-the-broken-stairs/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/05/15/mission-3-scenario-5-return-to-the-broken-stairs/)
Revenge and Retribution (Custom Scenario)!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/05/30/companion-mission-revenge-and-retribution/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/05/30/companion-mission-revenge-and-retribution/)
Blood Moon: Claw and Fang!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/07/21/blood-moon-claw-fang/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/07/21/blood-moon-claw-fang/)
Treason in Tallis (Custom Scenario)!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/10/12/treason-in-tallis/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2019/10/12/treason-in-tallis/)
Burning Light Part 1 - The Ruined Chapel:
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/02/01/burning-light-part-1-the-ruined-chapel/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/02/01/burning-light-part-1-the-ruined-chapel/)
Burning Light Part 2 - The Gatehouse!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/02/08/burning-light-part-2-the-gatehouse/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/02/08/burning-light-part-2-the-gatehouse/)
Burning Light Part 3 - The Courtyard!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/19/burning-light-part-3-the-courtyard/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/19/burning-light-part-3-the-courtyard/)
Burning Light Part 4 - The Hospital!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/23/burning-light-part-4-the-hospital/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/23/burning-light-part-4-the-hospital/)
Burning Light Part 5 - The Dormitory!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/26/burning-light-part-5-the-dormitory/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/26/burning-light-part-5-the-dormitory/)
Burning Light Part 6 - The Abbess' Quarters!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/31/burning-light-part-6-the-abbess-quarters/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/31/burning-light-part-6-the-abbess-quarters/)
Burning Light Part 7 - The Herb Store!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/02/burning-light-part-7-the-herb-store/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/02/burning-light-part-7-the-herb-store/)
Burning Light Part 8 - The Library!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/08/burning-light-part-8-the-library/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/08/burning-light-part-8-the-library/)
Burning Light Part 9 - The Final Showdown!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/burning-light-part-9-the-final-showdown/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/burning-light-part-9-the-final-showdown/)
CHAPTER 2:
The Story So Far:
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/17/chapter-1-the-story-so-far/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/04/17/chapter-1-the-story-so-far/)
The Characters stories so far:
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/chapter-2-meet-the-heroes/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/chapter-2-meet-the-heroes/)
The Lost Part 1 - Alone in the Crypt:
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/06/the-lost-alone-in-the-crypt/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/06/the-lost-alone-in-the-crypt/)
Dark Reflections (Custom Scenario)!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/26/dark-reflections-a-custom-scenario/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/26/dark-reflections-a-custom-scenario/)
Mines of Madness (Custom Scenario)!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/28/the-mines-of-madness-a-custom-scenario/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/28/the-mines-of-madness-a-custom-scenario/)
The Incinerator - Part 1
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2022/06/03/incinerator-mission-1-the-incinerator/ (https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2022/06/03/incinerator-mission-1-the-incinerator/)
Hope you enjoy the series, I'll make sure to keep coming back and updating this post with links to the new posts as they're finished! FOR ALLADORE!
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This is looking amazing! Thanks for sharing. I had no idea you had this going on too.
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Love this blog 8)
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This is looking amazing! Thanks for sharing. I had no idea you had this going on too.
Thanks Jack, it’s been a real Labour of love typing up so many games. Probably the longest running campaign of anything that we’ve ever played and no plans to end soon!
Have you got a Blog going as well, when you say ‘you had this going on too’? I’d love to see it if so!!
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Love this blog 8)
Thanks for the kind words!! Had you seen us before?!
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Very nice blog with great story telling!
(Im not You :))
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Thanks Jack, it’s been a real Labour of love typing up so many games. Probably the longest running campaign of anything that we’ve ever played and no plans to end soon!
Have you got a Blog going as well, when you say ‘you had this going on too’? I’d love to see it if so!!
I do have a blog, but my apologies, I thought you were user @BZ. I read your post on my phone and only recognized the avatar. That doesn't make your blog any less impressive...well done!
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Wow! First impressions.... stunning! Inspirational work there and it looks like you have had a lot of fun too.
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Thanks for the kind words!! Had you seen us before?!
Yes, I have, I regularly drop in to see if there’s anything new :D
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I do have a blog, but my apologies, I thought you were user @BZ. I read your post on my phone and only recognized the avatar. That doesn't make your blog any less impressive...well done!
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Very nice blog with great story telling!
(Im not You :))
Haha cheers man! I guess we are both just fans of Mignola’s art eh?
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I do have a blog, but my apologies, I thought you were user @BZ. I read your post on my phone and only recognized the avatar. That doesn't make your blog any less impressive...well done!
Haha! I see now! I even got confused at first looking through the posts. Can you share me a link to your blog please? Would love to see it!
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Yes, I have, I regularly drop in to see if there’s anything new :D
Ahh thanks mate! I feel bad about how little I’ve been updating it now! Haha
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8) way cool!!!!!
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Busy reading my way through your blog. Great figures, great scenery and excellent prose. This will keep me going for a few days - I hope to read many more of your rangers' adventures going forward, so I have "followed" you.
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Haha cheers man! I guess we are both just fans of Mignola’s art eh?
How can be someone not a fan of it!
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beautifully done all 'round.
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Superb stuff, and most excellent blog.
Thanks for sharing, as i don't like others use facebook I was unaware of your sterling efforts, exploits and well written posts.
Enjoying reading through them, it might take me some time.. :)
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Thanks for sharing this, I just finished reading everything so far, and am eagerly looking forward to the next part of the story.
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The swampy river looks great how did you achieve that?
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Beautiful terrain, figures and great write ups!
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The swampy river looks great how did you achieve that?
Thanks dude and sorry for the late reply! My wife painted it with layers of green acrylic, then it was coated with a couple of coats of clear/glossy furniture varnish!!
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How can be someone not a fan of it!
Exactly man! I was lucky enough to meet him in Leeds once and get some of his stuff signed, lovely bloke!
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Thanks for all the kind words and interest so far! I’ll be updating the blog with some new stories this week!
In the meantime, check out the new Rangers supplement ‘Star of Alladore’ featuring fan created content given the official treatment. I was dead chuffed to have contributed a more detailed version of my scenario ‘Treason in Tallis’ for the release!
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/m/product/35456 (https://www.drivethrurpg.com/m/product/35456)
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:D fabtastic!!!!!
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After a long hiatus, we’re back with the next instalment of our long running narrative battle reports - MINES OF MADNESS!
https://ravensofalladoreblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/28/the-mines-of-madness-a-custom-scenario/
I’ve also updated the full list in the first page! Hope you enjoy!
Tom x
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I love your blog, glad to see you’re back!
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Superb installment - eagerly awaiting the next episode.
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Brilliant! Excellent in concept as well as execution. Thank you for putting in the effort to share your game.
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8) way cool welcome back!!!!!
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Yep, welcome back! I really enjoy reading your Rangers' outings in the Shadow Deep
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Wow! After I moved my Frostgrave project has been living in boxes, but I just got Rangers for Christmas and was planning on playing through the campaign with my wife soon. This is great inspiration, you've really nailed the setting! :o
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Glad to see you back in the saddle!
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Updated with our latest entry - Incinerator Part 1!!
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Wow! After I moved my Frostgrave project has been living in boxes, but I just got Rangers for Christmas and was planning on playing through the campaign with my wife soon. This is great inspiration, you've really nailed the setting! :o
Thanks so much mate!! Let us know how your games go!! It’s a dark and beautiful setting Joe has created!!
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Just read through the game reports on your blog - they’re inspiring! Great presentation and I think you did a great job turning the results of the tabletop game into a story.