Arctic Adventures: The Frost Expedition

[jet]

I started an Arctic-themed Pulp Alley project back in April but Spring and Summer got in the way. Now that we are back into the Fall (aka Painting Season) I've re-started the project with a vengeance. I thought that the original thread was a little stale ( http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=53227.0 ) so I started over.

Here they are in all their glory, the Frost Expedition along with their league roster (I know all the Pulp Alley geeks like to check out abilities and perks). I decided to stick with the Company of Heroes perk and to field two sidekicks. We probably won't be starting our Arctic campaign yet as we are just about to start our own Eastern European adaptation of Perilous Island. In other words, I may make some minor changes to the line-up before it all goes down.





Here are some plot points to get us started. With the exception of the Fuel Dump, everything is made from plastic GW leftovers from years back.



I also plan on making some buildings for an Arctic base camp. Unlike previous buildings I've made, I decided to skip all of the fancily-trimmed doors and windows so that I could turn the buildings out quickly when I get in mass production mode. I am wondering whether or not I should glue some snow on the roofs, window sills, and around the bases. I think it would look better but leaving it as is would allow me to use these buildings for non-Arctic settings as well.



Anyone recognize the Yeti re-paint? I'll use him in any scenario that requires a Terror. C'mon Tex! Right between the eyes!



I plan on making some larger outcrops (much like Dave's and Mila's) so that characters can climb up a series of levels to get to the top. Obviously. mine would be white glacial formations. I also need to figure out how to do water features that look like openings to the ocean below. I had pondered picking up some of the GW plastic craters and modifying them. After that I'll be looking at more buildings and perhaps some primitive structures. My main opponent has snow beasts painted and also owns Copplestone cavemen which would make for an awesome Arctic lost world setting.

Anyway, now that I'm back to painting and modelling I'll keep you posted.

[Amalric]

Wow these look great!

I will be swiping these ideas as I have the same bits floating in the bin waiting for a use. 

Maybe a dusting of baking soda or some other cheap, easily disposed of white powder for your arctic games, and when brushed off leave your swell buildings for temperate use.

I can't wait to see them in action!
Thanks for posting.

[d phipps]

I'm happy to see Frost is still alive! We had feared the worst. 

Its exciting to see the new bits you've added to your arctic setting. It makes me want to build some arctic tiles --- but I've been promising myself a City for some time, so it will have to wait.


THANKS for sharing.

[dampfpanzerwagon]

I think some snow on the roof would look better.

Tony

[Too Bo Coo]

I think some snow on the roof would look better.

Tony

Ditto

[Mad Lord Snapcase]

Looking forward to the report when this game gets played!

[Prof.Witchheimer]

A great start, Jet, another great thread to follow. Keep it coming, I'm really looking forward to see more of your creations and games.

[marianas_gamer]

Loving this Jet! 
LB

[thebinmann]

Lovely as always!!!

(still waiting for the old west too! )

[Prof. Dinglebat. Phd.]

Suddenly got cold all over reading this. 

[Alfrik]

Have to agree, some snow on the roof! Possibly on a separate bit of thin stock something so you can remove the snow pile when not applicable in the scenario?

[H.M.Stanley]

Ooh nice theme.

I'd just sprinkle the dry "snow" on the roof/board

[Silent Invader]

Nice project 

Actually you could make an overhanging 'hat' out of card and putty - maybe secured with magnets  - that is covered with snow.

[DoctorPete]

Very nicely painted figures and a great setting.       This Pulp Alley stuff is getting more and more attractive.

[jet]

Well, seems to be an overwhelming vote for adding snow to the buildings. I think I will. I will be making more cardboard buildings down the road so I can always make stuff for my temperate board when the time comes.

I'm happy to see Frost is still alive! We had feared the worst.

Nothing to worry about Dave. The crew of the Auk spent the Spring doing some ice-breaking down the coast of Labrador and Quebec. After a month of maintenance and restoration in Bonavista they should be ready to head north in search of the Derby Expedition. Then the trouble will start... 

Thanks for the encouragement gentlemen. My plan is to have the terrain and mini collection filled out so that we can start playing by or before Xmas. Before we start an Arctic campaign I have more pressing matters to contend with. Captain Grant and the Liberators have to track down Lady Elaine Darrow and help protect her from evil cultists while trying to find her missing father. More on that soon.