Nice to have you.
I think Lovecraft was very much a man of his time and place, not to excuse racism. I am conflicted about his beliefs and not knowing the man I cannot really comment further. Some of his stories are overtly racist but I also feel that some challenge the theme...either way that is part of the horror perhaps?
That said, many authors have written in (or around...) the mythos with various themes and levels of success...but almost all have created some really weird monsters. 8)
Strange Aeons is about fighting those monsters. Get those Tommy guns painted and start rolling dice!
It baffles me how people focus so much on the tiny Racism aspect of Lovecrafts personality, considering he was born and raised in a VERY racist time - its only to be expected really, and not really present in his stories (unlike Tolkiens works lol )
Even though H.P. was a man of his time, his ideas were aeons (some might say "Strange" LoL) ahead of his time!
but if you're low on funds, perhaps you'd want to wait for second edition?
Not only that but had a very limited social circle as well, despite it being years after the Civil War and living up north did not remove the taint that was all throughout society. Still, in most literature the writers tended to be raciest in context (some heavier than some) about other societies that they may have disliked or was totally ignorant about.
I touched on this in my paper about HP Lovecraft, the professor was very impressed with my choice and how I approached it touching on rough ground subjects....
As for your color Theatralic.....doesn't matter to me as long as you are willing to throw dice, laugh and have fun. That is all that matters to this crowd. Take all the literature with a grain of salt....as it was said it was ignorant times.
I think you could get by using the skinks....I don't see anything wrong with that....
The actual release of 2nd Edition is probably about a year away. No firm date set as such, but it should be in that window.
Looking back at my previous comment, I realize it didn't convey my thoughts very well. I wasn't trying to say nobody should be offended - just that I believe it's alright to like something even if you don't like the person or environment that created it. All art, in the end, is really about what it means to the viewer, not the artist, and sometimes great art is born out of anxiety, pain or even hatred. Not wanting to drag out the subject though - just felt the need to clarify what I'd said before.
Also, keep in mind a leader in close combat CAN NOT nominate other miniatures, so he's better of as a shooter type of guy, while one of the agents charges in to make it personal :)
But...how could they compete with a blob-y tentacle-y thing-y? :P
Also, keep in mind a leader in close combat CAN NOT nominate other miniatures, so he's better of as a shooter type of guy, while one of the agents charges in to make it personal :)
Monster Attack does tend to be a bit murderous on starting lists. A lot of people swear by dynamite, but I'm always a shotgun advocate (though it does mean getting in close to get the damage bonus!). Either way, at least one weapon with the potential to inflict a D+3 hit is a must for a new squad.
Nice to see you getting a taste of the game.
8)
Whilst that is a very good point regarding the ability to nominate, everyone in my group has quickly learnt that a character MUST carry a swoed/sabre if he is to stay alive.
In fact, it has gotten to the point where they are now referred to as 'service-issue' for team leaders.
And a character does make for a great close combat expert with all those attacks.
Couple that with a sword and Parry and they are pretty hard top stop.
;)
The cultists I really like are the Servants of Ra from North Star.
http://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=5260
They're not cheap but they also have a mummy, an assassin type character, a professor type character and a cult leader figure.
But I quiet like the Hybrids from Black Cat Bases, so I am contemplating to go down that route.
That man is a beast with his brush, they should use his Pictures to sell those minis. Only quarrel I am having is that I am not going to reach tha level with them lol.
The cultists I really like are the Servants of Ra from North Star.
http://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=5260
They're not cheap but they also have a mummy, an assassin type character, a professor type character and a cult leader figure.
Ive got those, they are really nice
Whilst they are very nice figures indeed, the limitations with their weapons makes them a bit impractical game-wise.
If you want a 'useful' Cult in the game you need a variety of weapons ranging from simple clubs and pistols right up to Thompsons and maybe more.
That is why I went for the mix that I did with my own figures.
I tried to cover all the bases of likely options.
;)
Its that easy isn`t it lol . Clear instance of me overthinking and looking for something that explicitly says: Yes, go ahead, you are allowed to buy that fancy stuff, have fun, take names lol .
Thanks Mr Peabody! I am sure that this won`t be my last question o_o
Whilst they are very nice figures indeed, the limitations with their weapons makes them a bit impractical game-wise.
If you want a 'useful' Cult in the game you need a variety of weapons ranging from simple clubs and pistols right up to Thompsons and maybe more.
That is why I went for the mix that I did with my own figures.
I tried to cover all the bases of likely options.
;)
With pistols/knives I don't bother about wysiwyg; I have a couple of unarmed cultist models I just give whatever small arms I see fit. Thompsons, rifles, and shotguns is another matter, though, true enough. One really wants the menacing effect of those on the table >:D
Let us not forget that the 'free' choice for a Common weapon is still there.
Basically it is a choice between a .22 (back-up to the new weapon upgrade in case you 'jam'), or a club or knife so that the dastardly fiend is not 'unarmed' in close combat... ;)
The Years 1850 to 1920 had seen many polish Immigrants fleeing their Homecountries economic and political Changes, following their hope for a better Life in the United States.
This Hope should soon be shattered for many of them as they saw themselves forced to work Low Wage, dangerous Jobs disregarding their own, often academic, professional Background.
Louis Alexander Slominski was born to two such Immigrants, both former University Professors, now working in a Steel Factory under dire circumstances. Soon after he came to age he too started to work in said Factory.
In the 1920s Conditions finally reached an new Low. This led to Nation Wide Strikes by Polish workers. Strikes which were answered by bringing in Organizations like Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency, often utilizing less than legal methods to deal with outspeaking workers.
Soon enough Violence hit the streets, and strikers met Private Agents and Lawmen Head On.
In this Days Louis made himself a name as a fearsome Streetfighter and Defender of what he saw as a righteous cause in Defense of his People.
Authorities on the other Hand would probably call him a rioter and criminal.
Of course this had to end for him nowhere else than Jail, probably to be never seen again... if someone else hadn`t stepped in.
Pinkerton had been a source of formidable Agents for Treshold in the Past. It was during such a search for possible new Recruits that Agent Francis O. Buchanan found recurring Reports of a Young Man hospitalizing Pinkerton Agents.
After a bit of digging and not so official inquiries he immediately recognized the unused potential of this young and determined Men and decided to seek him out....with an offer he couldn`t refuse.
I think I should get a new can. Especially since its visible through the colors and leaves an uneven finish :-(.
I am glad that you like him, of course I only showed you his chocolate side ;-), the other side of his face looks a bit like he was hit with a hot pan were I went a bit overboard with a red glaze.
I am pleased with him and looking forward to the next one.
Sadly no word from Blackcatbases,