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Title: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 08, 2021, 07:22:59 PM
During the disastrous retreat, Napoleon’s army suffered continual harassment from a suddenly aggressive and merciless Russian army. Stalked by hunger and the deadly lances of the Cossacks, the decimated army reached the Berezina River late in November but found its route blocked by the Russians. On November 26, Napoleon forced a way across at Studienka, and when the bulk of his army passed the river three days later, he was forced to burn his makeshift bridges behind him, stranding some 10,000 stragglers on the other side. From there, the retreat became a rout, and on December 8 Napoleon left what remained of his army to return to Paris with a few cohorts. Six days later, the Grande Armée finally escaped Russia, having suffered a loss of more than 400,000 men during the disastrous invasion.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E5wTppyXEAYKkMF?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E5wTqDZWEAULikq?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E5wTq3zXIAIWjlz?format=jpg&name=large)

.....and so the project begins
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on July 08, 2021, 10:46:56 PM
A fine start👍
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 09, 2021, 04:05:35 PM
Cantinière Girl. As the remnants of Napoleon's Grande Armée trudges past, the young French cantinière girl sits exhausted and freezing by the roadside. Having endured weeks of marching, she has no strength to carry on.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E511ijiWUAEppgc?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E511i57XsAMDRyL?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E511jiQWUAEVkd3?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E511j5VXMAAsS3C?format=jpg&name=large)

This is the first of several vignettes I have planned for the project. These little storytelling pieces will really help to set the scene.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: vtsaogames on July 09, 2021, 05:20:00 PM
Makes me feel cold looking at them! And it's hot here. :o
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: THE CID on July 09, 2021, 08:04:53 PM
Very nice, looks great.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: valleyboy on July 09, 2021, 09:20:57 PM
Superb
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: AKULA on July 09, 2021, 10:20:42 PM
Quote from: Lord Raglan on July 09, 2021, 04:05:35 PM
This is the first of several vignettes I have planned for the project. These little storytelling pieces will really help to set the scene.

 :-* :-* :-* :-*

Brilliant....
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Helen on July 09, 2021, 11:41:56 PM
Very nice work.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Hu Rhu on July 10, 2021, 08:05:08 AM
Lovely start to a new era.  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: traveller on July 10, 2021, 11:05:02 AM
Wow! Great work! Look forward to follow this!  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 10, 2021, 04:07:37 PM
Cheers boys 🙏

I now have 120 French painted and the Russians are well underway, so more updates to follow 👍
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Sgt_T on July 11, 2021, 10:48:57 AM
From the number of Raglan threads on this forum I understand it is your mission in life to game every human conflict in history on jaw dropping terrain. :)

Great stuff!

T.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 12, 2021, 11:04:16 AM
The Pursuit. A French light cavalry detachment chases off those pesky Russian Cossacks.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Byar4XMAUcEHD?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6BybZcXEAYEsky?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6BycLwXMAM7JaG?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Byd4PXoAEE3_S?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 12, 2021, 11:07:56 AM
When the march turns into a rout. French and allied nations flee in disorder under a "Hunter's Moon", salvaging clothing off the bodies of the fallen, sometimes whilst they remain still alive.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Fh0eQWEAYRrO3?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Fh1H6WYAE-QBv?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Fh1ZWWUAk5YBb?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6Fh17pXoAAp95m?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on July 12, 2021, 12:01:27 PM
Looking good👍
(Those casualty sculpts really are "uncomfortable" viewing,true to the events though it seems).
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: MaleGriffin on July 12, 2021, 09:34:57 PM
I get shivers just looking at these!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 12, 2021, 10:37:02 PM
Quote from: MaleGriffin on July 12, 2021, 09:34:57 PM
I get shivers just looking at these!

Best grab your coat
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 13, 2021, 10:58:28 PM
Another Day's March.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6F1hgjXIAMlYZq?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6F1h80XoAMuSgi?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6F1iPrWEAUdJ9T?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6F1imHXIAY1kg1?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on July 13, 2021, 11:03:06 PM
Ney's Lament. As Marshal Ney leads a foraging party into a nearby town, he finds the Russian scorched earth policy has left nothing behind.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6GR31RXsAAQd8h?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6GR4PVWQAE1LmV?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6GR469X0AQBF4U?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E6GR5dBWUAAlMBb?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on August 15, 2021, 05:06:11 PM
A small Polish line infantry detachment hastily forms line to fend off another Russian Cossack attack. Fortunately for the Poles, some Red Lancer Cavalry hear the musket fire whilst they were out foraging and come to the rescue.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E81nklOX0Ag8fxs?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E81nk9gWUAEtQbH?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E81nlTUWYAAF6if?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Marine0846 on August 18, 2021, 08:07:01 PM
Excellent figures.
Love them.
A period I have figures for, even some painted.
But sad to say, dropped to the wayside.
Maybe will start painting them this winter. ;)
So until then will enjoy seeing what you have painted up.
A big thank you for sharing the photos.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on August 19, 2021, 05:15:05 PM
Now, those are some great looking figures.  They fit your "winter retreat" theme quite nicely!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on August 19, 2021, 05:29:59 PM
Cheers boys 👍

I appreciate the Retreat is a bit niche from a Nap perspective, but that's what I like about it, plus I have done really big Nap collections for Spain and 1815, as a result, its been nice to just put together 400 figs in total and do the Retreat as a large skirmish.

Gareth
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on August 28, 2021, 05:24:26 PM
Winter has cometh to ShedHQ.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9kSrZKWUAAvpqy?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9kSryoXEAAEj9w?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9kSsUVXoAAtRsp?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9kSs5mWQAALjLA?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on August 28, 2021, 05:28:44 PM
Ney's Bridge Too Far. Marshall Ney has taken forward a combined arms detachment of French and Poles to secure a bridge. As Ney approaches the frozen river, the column is attacked by Russian Cossacks.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9lAls8WUAAksQG?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9lAmJ-WEAMjcRF?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9lAmiHXsAMfYVy?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9lAm6pWEAA_uD7?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: traveller on August 28, 2021, 10:33:43 PM
Wow!  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 05, 2021, 11:05:03 AM
General de Division Comte Jean Rapp, Aide de Camp to Emperor Napoleon, leads the Frenchies in their attempt to repluse the Russian Cossack attacks.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TfhVXWEAECyQS?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-Tfp7rXMAUEETA?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TfqY2WYAMx5jR?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TfrZvXMAwaeJj?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 05, 2021, 11:08:20 AM
French light cavalry sally out of the column to delay the Russian attacks on the hard pressed infantry. Whilst at the rear, Lt Henri Macron leads a brave charge into the rapidly approaching Cossacks.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TzBJYUUAQd8pF?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TzB0XVcBA1HDQ?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E-TzCYRVQAE7kGh?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: rumacara on September 06, 2021, 09:29:39 PM
Lovely miniatures and scenario. :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 06, 2021, 10:52:31 PM
Quote from: rumacara on September 06, 2021, 09:29:39 PM
Lovely miniatures and scenario. :-* :-* :-*

Cheers buddy 👍
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Marine0846 on September 06, 2021, 11:24:57 PM
Love the figures and terrain. :-*
Another excellent set up for an interesting period.
May I ask what set of rules did you use?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 07, 2021, 05:15:48 AM
Quote from: Marine0846 on September 06, 2021, 11:24:57 PM
May I ask what set of rules did you use?

Just experimenting at the moment, as l want to play the Retreat as a large skirmish, so I will give M&T, R&P Naps and TMWWBK all a run out in due course.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: RedRowan on September 07, 2021, 07:13:38 AM
Great looking game, the terrain looks amazing.

Steve
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Galloping Major on September 07, 2021, 08:35:03 AM
Good looking project all round  8)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: tomrommel1 on September 07, 2021, 08:40:26 AM
outstanding project
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Littlearmies on September 10, 2021, 08:47:17 AM
It looks wonderful. Given that they already have this range, you'd think that Russian infantry in greatcoats would be a no brainer for the Perrys, wouldn't you?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: RedRowan on September 10, 2021, 12:52:21 PM
Was just looking through these images again, can I just ask, is that a game mat you are using on the surface of the table or is it something you have created yourself?

Steve
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 10, 2021, 08:48:37 PM
Cheers boys!!

Quote from: RedRowan on September 10, 2021, 12:52:21 PM
Was just looking through these images again, can I just ask, is that a game mat you are using on the surface of the table or is it something you have created yourself?

Yes it's a gaming mat Steve, made of snooker cloth material, super durable 
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Digits on September 11, 2021, 08:37:56 AM
Great project.  Are they all Perry minis?   Are there any other ranges doing retreat from Moscow?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: olicana on September 12, 2021, 12:35:34 AM
I'm always envious of gamers who can afford the time (and to a much lesser extent the money) to do 'seasonal' anything.

I applaud you :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 12, 2021, 06:31:30 AM
Quote from: Digits on September 11, 2021, 08:37:56 AM
Great project.  Are they all Perry minis?   Are there any other ranges doing retreat from Moscow?

I have a set of Poles from Murawski Miniatures and some Russian infantry from Front Rank.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on September 12, 2021, 06:48:54 AM
Quote from: olicana on September 12, 2021, 12:35:34 AM
I'm always envious of gamers who can afford the time (and to a much lesser extent the money) to do 'seasonal' anything.

I applaud you :-*

I do enjoy gaming across several different theatres, but this does generate the need for loads of scenery and of course the need to store the bloody stuff in-between games 😏.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 02, 2021, 07:33:16 PM
Baby its cold outside

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAmPiUeXMAkRt5X?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAmPivEXMBkQQ-0?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 02, 2021, 07:36:03 PM
Russian Line Infantry

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAjTCfNX0AIxKGW?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAjTC9YWQAo4iGZ?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAjTDYJXoAEUGuU?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAjTDqBXIAUPpfK?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 02, 2021, 07:38:38 PM
Cossack light cannon

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAiEdBnXEAACZXv?format=jpg&name=medium)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAiEdWIXEAUPUd_?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAiEkm_XIAEq20k?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Digits on October 03, 2021, 07:55:28 AM
More great additions!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 08:53:18 AM
I fought a Napoleonic game last Friday, which saw a French infantry battalion plus an elite engineer detachment attempting to hold a vital bridge until relieved by their Polish allies.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnpfvQXEAA8IaK?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnpgJYWQAI9kPW?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnpgiiWEAAvMUp?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnphBAWYAU-XQN?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 08:56:29 AM
As dawn broke, two Russian forces West and East of the frozen river, pressed home their attacks on the surrounded the French.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnqwX6WEAMwbMp?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnqwwDWQCA0H_v?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnqxKaWQCId7gs?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnqxl9X0AMx7pS?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:05:23 AM
Russian Cossacks burst through the woods brandishing their cruel lances.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnu55OWQCEFBLG?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnu6UYXIAMYJ5r?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnu6zCXsAYypYR?format=jpg&name=large)

Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:07:44 AM
The determined Russian forces drive the French off the bridge during several waves of attack.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnv8-sXMAAgDqn?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnv9bAWEAUFtTO?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnv91BXoAQQVQv?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnv-N8XIAAYncT?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:10:52 AM
The Elite French Engineers attempt a valiant last stand against the advancing Cossacks. At last the Polish relief column begins to enter the fray.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnyseJWQCIS35o?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnytA9WQBgVAAD?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnytdXWYAI6HJ6?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAnyt7TXoAEI-Pk?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:12:40 AM
As the Russians pour across the bridge, the Polish combined arms detachment musters a counterattack.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn2OQOWQBs5ySQ?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn2OqeXIAkGhfM?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:14:59 AM
Enveloping Russian forces slowly start to blunt the Polish attacks.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn3K7JXoAc91CE?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn3LThXEAIFE36?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn3LuWXIAIYW91?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn3MKFXIAgPEul?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 09:17:42 AM
Despite a valiant effort by the French, the Russian resolve was too strong today. Ney will need to find another crossing down stream. Victory to the Russians!!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn4btQWQAMHP5B?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn4cHyXoAoVifc?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FAn4chuX0AE5aDT?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: traveller on October 03, 2021, 10:06:57 AM
Lovely setup  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on October 03, 2021, 10:21:08 AM
Quote from: traveller on October 03, 2021, 10:06:57 AM
Lovely setup  :-* :-* :-*

Cheers buddy 
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Digits on October 03, 2021, 04:23:21 PM
Great looking game! 
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: vodkafan on October 05, 2021, 08:56:46 PM
Lovely snowy looking terrain. Is that a battle mat underneath it all?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 03, 2021, 08:46:52 PM
Bavarian Line Infantry Detachment.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FCt0mzCXMAUgePO?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FCt0nPyWQA0S76G?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FCt0n1vXEAgi2rB?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FCt0oTqWQAkRMg8?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Helen on November 04, 2021, 12:51:43 AM
Lovely looking unit.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Ranthony on November 04, 2021, 01:14:26 AM
Agreed Helen.

The Bavarians offer painters great scope with the spectrum of colours they employed and this is a lovely expression of colour.

Nice to see another fine representation.

Cheers

Ry
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 10, 2022, 10:53:30 AM
Some wolves to make the life of the Frenchies more difficult during the retreat (don't go into the woods alone).

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FP5fUG1XsAE01kR?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FP5fVORXsAcmVKH?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on April 10, 2022, 09:14:41 PM
Nice doggies....be good boys...

Seriously folks, nice work on those wolves.  Well done!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 10, 2022, 09:35:09 PM
Cheers everyone 👍

Really keen to finish this project, so we can run a campaign.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Phil Portway on May 01, 2022, 02:56:26 PM
I've just put the heating on after seeing this thread  :-* :-* :-* :-*

Wonderfully done Sir!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 05, 2022, 09:12:21 AM
Quote from: Phil Portway on May 01, 2022, 02:56:26 PM
I've just put the heating on after seeing this thread  :-* :-* :-* :-*

Wonderfully done Sir!


Cheers Phil, it's definitely a little drafty in ShedHQ every time I get this collection on the table. 
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 05, 2022, 09:14:33 AM
Some beautiful character models painted for me by Gareth Beamish (ADC Painting)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FRRDtzJXIAIFXen?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FRRGR5fXoAAlrtP?format=jpg&name=medium)
 
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 08, 2022, 10:57:05 PM
Russian Jaeger Detachment.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8wlr0XoAAf9gX?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8wlrwWQAAc_QH?format=jpg&name=large/img]

[img]https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8wlrxXkAYq1zS?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 08, 2022, 11:01:57 PM
A Detachment of Russian Dragoons in pursuit of the beleaguered Frenchmen.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4vAHcWAAEL4H3?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4vAHZXEAAJmYe?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4vAHbX0AU-c1Q?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4vAHaWYAERPuV?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on November 09, 2022, 08:39:05 AM
Like the dragoons,must finish mine ,still six to paint up  :?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 17, 2022, 04:11:57 PM
French Line Artillery 6 pounder cannon.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8tYuSXkAANonb?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8tYucXkAAvcUw?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 17, 2022, 04:13:58 PM
Russian Cossack sledge gun.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8ua4IWYAEUEu6?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg8ua4JXwAAe6vz?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 17, 2022, 04:16:59 PM
French Grenadier Detachment, preparing to hold the ground.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4arWSXoAQkXL6?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4arWRXwAA7QoO?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 17, 2022, 04:20:44 PM
French sled attempting to escape from Russian Dragoons.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4SDlaX0AAFd1Y?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4SDlcWYAEUXyI?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4SDlaXoAEI3Gf?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg4SDlbWQAAYAE2?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: traveller on November 17, 2022, 04:32:48 PM
Awesome collection!  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: MaleGriffin on November 17, 2022, 05:23:08 PM
Fantastic! Beautiful snow effects!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Freddy on November 17, 2022, 09:13:24 PM
Great figures, well done!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 17, 2022, 10:40:48 PM
Quote from: Romark on November 09, 2022, 08:39:05 AM
Like the dragoons,must finish mine ,still six to paint up  :?

Quote from: Freddy on November 17, 2022, 09:13:24 PM
Great figures, well done!

Quote from: MaleGriffin on November 17, 2022, 05:23:08 PM
Fantastic! Beautiful snow effects!

Quote from: traveller on November 17, 2022, 04:32:48 PM
Awesome collection!  :-* :-* :-*

Cheers boys!!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on November 19, 2022, 05:33:33 PM
Well done!  That wintery effect looks, well, wintery... :)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 09, 2023, 07:58:21 PM
For this week's game layout with Rob jones we will embark on a more intimate little affair using a 6ft by 4ft table. The game will see our brave but dishevelled Frenchies attempting to evade the dastardly Russian army and their brutal Cossack allies.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtA34BbWIAEGsi-?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 09, 2023, 07:59:55 PM
Jonesy will be commanding the French Army, whose troop quality is definitely better than the opposition and I will be the Russian Captain with quantity on my side and local knowledge of the terrain.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtA5FpoWIAIR40w?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on April 09, 2023, 08:02:02 PM
 8)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 10, 2023, 09:14:24 PM
A small French Light Cavalry Squadron conduct a reconnaissance mission as the main column of weary Frenchies approach a Russian rural settlement.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtV6DNeWAAM94UP?format=jpg&name=large)

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtV6DNfWAAEje7Q?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 10, 2023, 09:16:33 PM
French Commanders debate the safest route for the column to take.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtV-YYtX0AAw8Ej?format=jpg&name=large)

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtV-YYtXoAAnZ5q?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 10, 2023, 09:18:40 PM
The misery of La Grande Armée as it slowly trudges home to Mother France. Marshal Ney:  “I am the rearguard of the Grand Army. I fired the last shot on the bridge at Kovno.”

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtWA9dvWcAALusC?format=jpg&name=large)

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtWA9dtXsAIzdYu?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: vtsaogames on April 10, 2023, 10:15:33 PM
Makes me cold to see this. And it's a warm day out. Excellent work.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on April 10, 2023, 10:19:04 PM
"Ney declares that anybody who gets through this will prove “they have their balls hung by steel wire.”
Looks epic👍
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: MaleGriffin on April 10, 2023, 10:19:49 PM
Lovely winter setting and troops! I get cold just looking at the pics!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: traveller on April 11, 2023, 07:37:27 AM
Wow! Fantastic setup  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: THE CID on April 11, 2023, 07:44:49 AM
Beautiful figures and terrain, well done.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 17, 2023, 11:15:19 PM
Cheers guys
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 17, 2023, 11:17:39 PM
After a final crucifying march of forty-six hours, they found themselves again on friendly soil.  Immediately, without pausing, without casting a glance behind them, the majority of the men dispersed and plunged into the forests of Polish Russia.

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft2FctWWAAEeq-I?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 17, 2023, 11:19:52 PM
Death is nothing, but to live defeated and inglorious is to die daily (Napoleon Bonaparte).

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: MaleGriffin on April 18, 2023, 05:17:38 AM
Absolutely lovely! It makes me cold looking it your picks!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 18, 2023, 06:18:29 AM
Quote from: MaleGriffin on April 18, 2023, 05:17:38 AM
Absolutely lovely! It makes me cold looking it your picks!

Thank you my friend 👌
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Marine0846 on April 18, 2023, 04:19:44 PM
Really cool photos. (Pun intended) :D
Great collection.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: David H on April 19, 2023, 12:04:05 PM
Splendid terrain and figures - you really feel a chill looking at these.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on April 19, 2023, 04:36:24 PM
Quote from: David H on April 19, 2023, 12:04:05 PM
Splendid terrain and figures - you really feel a chill looking at these.


+1 to that.  Well done!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 25, 2023, 06:46:55 AM
Cheers boys, there is another game in the diary for this week.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 08, 2023, 10:13:07 PM
Marshal Ney quickly organises a frozen ramshackle infantry battalion to take the fight to the enemy.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmX8MEWcAAyWEA?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmX8MEWwAE3_un?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmX8MGXsAEV1Df?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 08, 2023, 10:14:57 PM
So glad I decided to return to Napoleonic wargaming with the Retreat, as it’s become one of my favourite collections now.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmYuAyWwAAlxOh?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmYuAwWcAIEbU_?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on May 13, 2023, 07:54:07 AM
Quote from: Lord Raglan on May 08, 2023, 10:14:57 PM
So glad I decided to return to Napoleonic wargaming with the Retreat, as it’s become one of my favourite collections now.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmYuAyWwAAlxOh?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvmYuAwWcAIEbU_?format=jpg&name=large)
Yep,a fine collection ! 👍
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on May 13, 2023, 06:04:30 PM
Dang, those guys look cold.  But they look good, too...
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 13, 2023, 08:28:23 PM
Russian Grenadiers.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv0767kXsAEv1WY?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv0767lXoAkz5kw?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv0767lXwAAbkW4?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 13, 2023, 08:30:51 PM
Another hastily assembled group of Frenchies up for a punch-up in the frozen wastelands of Russia.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxeWcAAlS7V?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxeWYAA4P2B?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxdWcAALTMi?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxdWwAA0N5A?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 13, 2023, 08:33:59 PM
Russian Peasants. After my recent fun in the snow with Rob Jones, I decided to add just a few more units to the collection.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv06HJyWwAAzN2Z?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv06HJyWIAEqs-i?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 14, 2023, 10:06:57 PM
You were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off. French Engineer Detachment, just as good at blowing things up, as repairing them.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_3AcSWIAEFlM9?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: brunei35 on May 16, 2023, 09:25:17 AM
Look excellent and like the Silver Bayonet model mixed in.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on May 16, 2023, 02:48:48 PM
Those chaps do indeed look good!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 17, 2023, 10:24:13 PM
Another hastily assembled group of Frenchies up for a punch-up in the frozen wastelands of Russia.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxeWcAAlS7V?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxeWYAA4P2B?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxdWcAALTMi?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FvwRYxdWwAA0N5A?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: MaleGriffin on May 18, 2023, 01:36:01 AM
I'm freezing just looking at them! Well done!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Digits on May 18, 2023, 01:47:01 AM
Yup I really like this winter retreat miniatures.   Ice job fella! 😉
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on May 18, 2023, 04:46:33 PM
More great looking figures.  As usual for you, of course... :D
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 18, 2023, 11:29:49 PM
Russian catholic orthodox priest with his Cossack bodyguard.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_0seeWYAImUZV?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_0sedWIAICr2M?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_0seeXoAIvZPf?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on May 18, 2023, 11:32:33 PM
Russian Jägers and line skirmishers. 

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_uUaeXsAAp8l3?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_uUadXgAIkzjk?format=jpg&name=large)

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fv_uUafXgAAquCu?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Furt on May 18, 2023, 11:34:31 PM
Beautiful!  :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Tom Dulski on May 19, 2023, 11:49:28 AM
Impressive work.
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on May 21, 2023, 07:13:27 PM
Yep. more great-looking figures.  Well done!
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on November 05, 2023, 06:20:41 PM
If the cold Russian wastelands weren’t bad enough, you now have to contend with bear attacks, werewolves and roaming undead zombies ffs, life can be cruel if you are a retreating Frenchman.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F8954R2XkAA4c09?format=jpg&name=large)

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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F8954R7WMAAoB0y?format=jpg&name=large)

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Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: CapnJim on November 06, 2023, 03:04:36 PM
Hmm.  I don't remember reading about werewolves in the French retreat.... :D
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Romark on November 06, 2023, 05:06:54 PM
Quote from: CapnJim on November 06, 2023, 03:04:36 PM
Hmm.  I don't remember reading about werewolves in the French retreat.... :D
Cos there were no survivors   ;D
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: rumacara on November 06, 2023, 06:58:52 PM
Nice updates. :-* :-*
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 21, 2024, 02:32:52 PM
Sharp Practice - Retreat from Moscow. Decided to take my Napoleonic games to a different level with a gothic horror spin. Sharp Practice meets Flesh Eater Courts, in a game of life or death. If you like Napoleonic wargaming and tales from crypt, this might be the game for you👌

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLUM49iXkAA4TNc?format=jpg&name=medium)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLUM49OXcAAEb7f?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLUM4-IWMAEG62N?format=jpg&name=900x900)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 21, 2024, 03:18:01 PM
Sharp Practice Retreat from Moscow 1812 - A Napoleonic Gothic Horror Tale. The insanely deluded Flesh Eater Courts forage out into Russian wilderness on the hunt for human prey.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrwRTqXAAAVOmv?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrwRTnWMAAmhon?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrwRTgXMAAf-GU?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrwRTsWkAAj40I?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 21, 2024, 03:20:33 PM
A closer look at the Varghulf and the bat swarm🦇

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrxyqPW0AA7Ph6?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLrxyqNXsAAI5TJ?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 21, 2024, 03:23:58 PM
The project came to life in less than 4 days, but I think the game concept has a potential to expand quite quickly, as there a huge opportunity for some strong narrative gameplay, perfect for Sharp Practice.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLr1QqxWYAAwi04?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLr1QqyXUAA3NOf?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLr1QqvWgAABuFH?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLr1QqwXgAAKUPY?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: armchairgeneral on April 22, 2024, 12:11:19 PM
Looks interesting. Not played it but doesn't Silver Bayonet cover this sort of game?
Title: Re: Raglan's Retreat from Moscow 1812
Post by: Lord Raglan on April 22, 2024, 06:57:51 PM
Quote from: armchairgeneral on April 22, 2024, 12:11:19 PM
Looks interesting. Not played it but doesn't Silver Bayonet cover this sort of game?

On a small scale yes mate