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Title: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dr DeAth on March 03, 2010, 06:31:47 PM
Finally sorted and edited my pics from the game. Just like to add my thanks to everyone - it was a great day out and a very good game - nice toys and terrain, good humor and no biteing or scratching; what more could a chap ask for!

Here's a Khosindan take on the battle:

Claims of a British victory in the first major land action of the Atlantean campaign are now coming under scrutiny following the release of new photographic evidence to the contrary.  ;)

Post battle dispatch from Willie Gofharr, ADC to Rudi von Bismark;

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/RvB-letter2.gif)



The Khosindan agent Iyam-Ah-Zpy successfully infiltrated the British press corp (seen here under the cover of his camera)

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020244.JPG)

British Officer poses for Iyam's camera before the fighting begins

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020217.JPG)

British seaman waves to the camera - this unfortunate individual was later killed by the Atlanteans

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020216.JPG)

Steam Carriage used by the British expedition - sketches and addtional photographs of this vehicle have been sent to the Dirka Dirka Industries R&D department.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020243.JPG)

Machine gun crew set up in the ill fated British lines

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020241.JPG)

Various photographs of the local Atlantean forces showing primative weaponry and outragous costumes.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020188.JPG)

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020189.JPG)

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020198.JPG)

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020261.JPG)

British confidence was so high that they relaxed security, allowing Iyam-Ah-Zpy to board the walker carrying Quartermain - unfortunately Iyam was all out of curare tipped fountain pens so was unable to dispatch the infidel at this point.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020219.JPG)

Our glorious Dirka Dirka 'Dervish' automatons supported by MkII 'Namer' walkers advance towards the temple

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020199.JPG)

The intial Atlantean assault is repulsed by withering fire from the walker's machine guns

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020223.JPG)

The remaining Atlanteans are mopped up by the Automatons and German Officers (on leave).

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020230.JPG)

Having replused all the Atlantean attacks, the Khosindan forces and Sanwar allies press home the attack on the temple.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020283.JPG)

Elswhere on the left flank the Japanese forces are making short work of some of the locals

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020226.JPG)

The British tangle with the Japanese forces and an airborne lancer manages to blow himself up during an attack on a tank

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020228.JPG)

A British heavy walker also engages the Japanese armour, but with more success

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020240.JPG)

Elswhere on the battlefield, American marines and sailors are preparing bombots that would later disable one of the Khosindan walkers.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020222.JPG)

Mk II 'Namer' walker approaches the temple pyramid and opens fire on the temple guard.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020266.JPG)

Having spotted that the temple guard are occupied fighing the Khosindan walker, the British sneak up to the back of the temple.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020282.JPG)

The fighting at the temple intensifies as the guards try to close assault the walker - an action that results in the death of more guards

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020288.JPG)

Meanwhile at the back of the temple, the commander of the Japanese armoured car is so insensed by the sneaky and dishonourable activity of the British that he rams their walker! The impact causes Quartemain to be thrown from the vehicle to the foot of the temple.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020291.JPG)

The remaining 'Dervish' automatons, now separated from the controller Mustapha Ham-Ah and his assistants So-Khet and Ra-Chet, are running on their basic program. This 'advance and engage' instruction results in them clearing the last two temple guards en'route to the top of the pyramid. As they reach the top they meet Quatermain climbing up (sneakily) from the other side. The encounter does not go well for the infidel Quatermain, who is quickly cut down by the automaton's whirling blades.

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020294.JPG)

At this point the sun is setting and the battle is all but done; a priest and a foot soldier are the only remaining Atlanteans on the temple. The Khosindan forces climbing up to the top are almost wiped out by a final British shell that lands on the temple, leaving only one Badmash remaining alive. Out of photograpic plates, Iyma retreats to the Khosindan camp under cover of darkness.




Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: OSHIROmodels on March 03, 2010, 06:36:08 PM
What a really good report, the take on it is fantastic  :D

cheers

James
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Mr.Marx on March 03, 2010, 06:36:56 PM
Wow...... :)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Plynkes on March 03, 2010, 06:40:36 PM
Tidy!  :)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Geudens on March 03, 2010, 06:46:28 PM
Very nice! But, I feel a disclaimer is in place: "neither Willie B nor Rudi Geudens (me) have anything to do with this" (but we wouldn't mind if it were the case...).   lol

Rudi
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: twrchtrwyth on March 03, 2010, 06:59:15 PM
Great report. 8)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Steve F on March 03, 2010, 07:29:03 PM
Lovely stuff.  Those round-bodied walkers are particularly appealing.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: thebinmann on March 03, 2010, 07:43:11 PM
 :D :o ??? :-* o_o :D ;D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Sinewgrab on March 03, 2010, 07:58:57 PM
Beautiful. Just, beautiful.

 :o :-*
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Chairface on March 03, 2010, 08:09:42 PM
Stunning. It's fantastic to see what the same battle looked like from a slightly different angle
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Grimm on March 03, 2010, 08:11:55 PM
nad I wasen“t there    :'(
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: rob_alderman on March 03, 2010, 08:30:05 PM
Stunning, absoloutely stunning! I truly love it, I wish I was there to be a nuisance!

Could you tell me where the automata and big walkers are from in this pic:

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/P1020199.JPG)

I'd love to get some...  :)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Red Orc on March 03, 2010, 08:40:00 PM
Great report there Dr De'Ath... lovely photos (I love the spy!) and a great alternative spin on the action! I guess, for those of who weren't there, we'll never really know what happened! Though I have a feeling that even those who were there - such as Herr Goffher - might not have a complete grasp of the picture!

Rob, this (linky) thread (http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=15712.0) should answer some questions.

EDIT just to make sure you know where it says 'this thread' (above) it's a link...
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Mors on March 03, 2010, 09:43:10 PM
Rob,
The big walkers were The Incredibles toys from McDonalds.

See here for more
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=15712.0

Theres one on my blog too, but nowhere near as nice
Mors
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: rob_alderman on March 03, 2010, 10:07:57 PM
Thanks very much!

I'll keep it in mind.  :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dr DeAth on March 03, 2010, 10:22:44 PM
Quote from: rob_alderman
Stunning, absoloutely stunning! I truly love it, I wish I was there to be a nuisance!

Could you tell me where the automata and big walkers are from in this pic:

I'd love to get some...  :)

Rob,

As Mors has said, the large walkers are a McDonalds kids toy from the Incredibles promotion - Syndrome

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/incredible_syndrome.jpg)

The ones in the photo have been dis-assembled and put back with the ball upside down to leave the hole at the bottom.

The smaller automatons are 'Whirling Golems' from the Mage Knight range - they have had a few arms repositioned and been repainted, but apart from that they are as they come.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Alfrik on March 03, 2010, 10:43:14 PM
Must agree with the well done take on the aciton being a report from a spy.... hmmm, just how secure is everyones forces??? Im sure everyone can vouch for the security of each and every last member of their expeditionary forces... or can they??
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: ushistoryprof on March 04, 2010, 12:10:56 AM
Oh what fun, keep up the great reports!  I love the spy angle.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 04, 2010, 12:19:01 AM
How can you trust the word of anyone who employs such sneaky things as spy's.
Its all balderdash I tell you. The pictures must be fakes (even though they are stunningly good fakes) ;)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Count Winsky on March 04, 2010, 01:15:22 AM
Love the game!!!
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Haarken on March 04, 2010, 07:47:42 AM
More beautiful pictures, looks like an absolutely wonderful game.  :D

Haarken
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: rob_alderman on March 04, 2010, 08:19:38 AM
Rob,

As Mors has said, the large walkers are a McDonalds kids toy from the Incredibles promotion - Syndrome

(http://www.consolemonkey.plus.com/vsf/incredible_syndrome.jpg)

The ones in the photo have been dis-assembled and put back with the ball upside down to leave the hole at the bottom.

The smaller automatons are 'Whirling Golems' from the Mage Knight range - they have had a few arms repositioned and been repainted, but apart from that they are as they come.


Well, they look excellent.
I am really considering VSF, I have done for a long time now. All I need is a little push in that direction.
I'll see what happens at Salute and WMMS. :)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 04, 2010, 08:30:22 AM
How can you trust the word of anyone who employs such sneaky things as spy's.
Its all balderdash I tell you. The pictures must be fakes (even though they are stunningly good fakes) ;)


WHAT THE DUCE! SPIES INFLITRATING THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS! WHATEVER NEXT!  ITS ALL BALDERDASH AND POPPYCOCK I SAY......

Recent rumours have suggested that Quatermain and The Admiral Lord Ivor Mough D'Ivor were not killed as reported by the foreign devils,  We will of course report the true facts to the British public as soon as we have them.

Lovely set of photos Dr De'Ath, I particularly like the sailor waving to the camera lol
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 04, 2010, 08:47:45 AM
WHAT THE DUCE! SPIES INFLITRATING THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS! WHATEVER NEXT!  ITS ALL BALDERDASH AND POPPYCOCK I SAY......
You say that a lot better, sounds right with the proper accent. With my Glaswegian accent it just didn't sound right lol
(And before anyone else starts getting cheeky. I do say the words aloud when I am reading. Gets me some strange looks when I am at work ;))
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 04, 2010, 08:51:20 AM
You say that a lot better, sounds right with the proper accent. With my Glaswegian accent it just didn't sound right lol
(And before anyone else starts getting cheeky. I do say the words aloud when I am reading. Gets me some strange looks when I am at work ;))

 lol

Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Tacgnol on March 04, 2010, 09:38:02 AM
I knew I had seen those walkers somewhere before!

This Atlantean campaign is great fun, I'm really enjoying seeing it develop.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: JollyBob on March 04, 2010, 09:38:43 AM
Unfortunately, the Naval Expedition under the command of Sir Robert deJolly KLM DSO (fake) and bar (bill) was confined to port following an outbreak of Dhoby's Itch and was unable to provide assistance to Admiral Mough-D'Ivor.

Which all makes Bob a very jealous boy.

Lovely pictures Dr De'Ath, and a great report.

Perhaps if the campaign is still underway in October there will be a chance for reinforcements to arrive...  :)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Red Orc on March 04, 2010, 01:29:10 PM
...
Perhaps if the campaign is still underway in October there will be a chance for reinforcements to arrive...  :)

 lol

October might be pushing it a bit mate, I could well have died of information overload by then! Unless (Orc is struck by cunning thought) I can hand it all on to someone else and go and live in the quiet somewhere, probably on an island somewhere... hmm, Atlantis looks good this time of year...  ;D

I'll keep it going as long as I can still see, and anyone cares; beyond that, I'm not promising anything!
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: JollyBob on March 04, 2010, 01:51:16 PM
Yeah, I thought I might be out of luck there.  lol

Never mind. That means in true colonial style I can wait till the shooting's over, waltz in while everybody is licking their wounds and declare myself the ruler of Atlantis!  :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Thunderchicken on March 04, 2010, 02:19:13 PM
Dr D never lets us down with his alternative pictures. Great stuff!

I'll see what happens at Salute and WMMS. :)

Rob, Ironclad will be at WMMS. Have a drool at their goodies and have a chat with the owner John while you're at it, he's a nice guy. I'll be going along as it's my local show.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 04, 2010, 02:56:05 PM
I'll be going along as it's my local show.

Wow, Shropshire's bigger than I thought.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Thunderchicken on March 04, 2010, 04:12:22 PM
I have to admit I am stretching it a bit when I use the word local  ;). There's sod all else going on around here.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 04, 2010, 04:14:58 PM
I have to admit I am stretching it a bit when I use the word local  ;). There's sod all else going on around here.

Well at least you've got your twin for company ;)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: rob_alderman on March 04, 2010, 04:16:38 PM
Dr D never lets us down with his alternative pictures. Great stuff!

Rob, Ironclad will be at WMMS. Have a drool at their goodies and have a chat with the owner John while you're at it, he's a nice guy. I'll be going along as it's my local show.

Oh good job, I might pick up a few bits here and there.

Perhaps pick up Gaslight if I can find a seller!  ;D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Bullshott on March 04, 2010, 08:26:16 PM
Perhaps pick up Gaslight if I can find a seller!  ;D

Try dropping a mail to Old Glory UK - they usually hold stock of GASLIGHT:

http://www.oldgloryuk.com/disp_item.php?c=400&oc=2953 (http://www.oldgloryuk.com/disp_item.php?c=400&oc=2953)

Also, if you do go for GASLIGHT drop me a PM with you email and I'll send you our playsheets.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 04, 2010, 09:25:15 PM
I have just ordered both gaslight books from Chiltern minatures. Tried Caliver books and a couple of others first but they had only the battles book in stock.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Whiskyrat on March 05, 2010, 12:37:46 AM
Excellent report Dr. D.

GASLIGHT and supplements were available from Spirit Games a week or so ago.

Edit: Just checked - they're now showing no stock.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 05, 2010, 07:31:57 AM
Spirit games was the first one I checked after someone mentioned it at the game on Saturday.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 05, 2010, 10:12:41 AM
I have just ordered both gaslight books from Chiltern minatures. Tried Caliver books and a couple of others first but they had only the battles book in stock.

Of course, you remember we're not using GASLIGHT for the next game?  :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 05, 2010, 10:46:41 AM
Of course, you remember we're not using GASLIGHT for the next game?  :D
What :o
I already have Valour flesh and steel. If we are using that :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 05, 2010, 11:06:04 AM
What :o
I already have Valour flesh and steel. If we are using that :D

Oh yes, I had forgotten the conversation about changing the rules. Yet another set to read, inwardly digest and fail to understand... lol
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 05, 2010, 01:39:56 PM
Hang on I though he was joking :-[
What rules are you talking about using ???
I must have missed the conversation (out for a cigarete) on the day.
Have I wasted more money :'(
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 05, 2010, 01:41:54 PM
Hang on I though he was joking :-[
What rules are you talking about using ???
I must have missed the conversation (out for a cigarete) on the day.
Have I wasted more money :'(

Valour and Flesh and Steel. So you are fine.
Don't feel like you have wasted your money, we will continue to use Gaslight.  :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: rob_alderman on March 05, 2010, 02:22:25 PM
I'm gonna pick it up from The Keep.
And get some Brit units from Ironclad at WMMS!  :D

Then other bits and bobs from eureka at Salute.  :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 05, 2010, 03:34:48 PM
No worries, we'll be using GASLIGHT again, it's just that most of us have 'Valour & Steel & Flesh' but have never played it. We decided it'd be nice to try them out for the next game. Mix it up a bit.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Doomsdave on March 05, 2010, 05:09:52 PM
Those walker platforms are tasty.  You can cram a crapload of minis (read guns) on those things.
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Ramshackle_Curtis on March 05, 2010, 10:59:02 PM
Ahh, th bombots were the most fun thing I controlled, boomshanka!
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 06, 2010, 12:26:44 AM
Ahh, th bombots were the most fun thing I controlled, boomshanka!

Yeah, I'm wondering if I should add more of those to the army :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Thunderchicken on March 06, 2010, 07:34:37 AM
No worries, we'll be using GASLIGHT again, it's just that most of us have 'Valour & Steel & Flesh' but have never played it. We decided it'd be nice to try them out for the next game. Mix it up a bit.

Before you start rooting around your vast wargaming library for your copy dont forget I've got it.  ;)
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 06, 2010, 09:46:47 AM
Yeah I know. Might have to get it back before the game so that when you drive down and then drive home again to miss the game, we still have the book  ::) :P
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Malamute on March 06, 2010, 10:02:38 AM
Yeah I know. Might have to get it back before the game so that when you drive down and then drive home again to miss the game, we still have the book  ::) :P

 lol 
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Thunderchicken on March 07, 2010, 01:50:40 PM
Yeah I know. Might have to get it back before the game so that when you drive down and then drive home again to miss the game, we still have the book  ::) :P

£40 on petrol and no game is rather irritating.

We should have the next game further north and see if Malamute turns to dust when he leaves London.

I've got a copy of the rules on order so just say the word.   
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: gamer Mac on March 07, 2010, 01:54:48 PM
We should have the next game further north and see if Malamute turns to dust when he leaves London.    

That would suit me better :D
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Dewbakuk on March 07, 2010, 03:12:43 PM
Isn't Svennn supposed to be arranging one?

Actually, I'll see how much Papplewick Pumping Station charges for their rooms. There may not be a bar but the setting is ideal for a VSF game  :D

http://www.papplewickpumpingstation.co.uk/
Title: Re: Atlantean Battle - Steward's Enquiry
Post by: Thunderchicken on March 08, 2010, 10:35:35 AM
Ooooooh!  ;D