tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68907573806760206742024-02-18T19:13:39.415-08:00Red Planet Miniatures jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-33631159352530085712019-12-04T16:00:00.001-08:002019-12-04T16:00:11.883-08:00Convoy AARA Japanese exploration convoy was passing through some Martian escarpments soon after rescuing the Princess Imperial from the clutches of some, hereto unknown antagonists (on which there will be a report as soon as certain details can be corroborated).<br />
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Unfortunately for the Japanese, the escarpments happened to be inhabited...<br />
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The Sky Martians quickly got to the surface and started towards the column taking heavy fire as they approached.<br />
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The Japanese volleys seemed to have little effect and the when the Sky Martians made contact the fighting was fierce.<br />
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The Sky Martians seemed to be beaten off but they were not in full retreat and seemed to be waiting for something; even with the advance of the steam suit RV78 and the Princess Imperials personal guard.<br />
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The Japanese had to make a last stand and protect to the Princess Imperial to the last man.<br />
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The last shot is of the last Japanese commander on top of the steam walker Type 61 before he got over whelmed. We can only assume that the Princess Imperial was taken captive by the Sky Martians as no sign of her body was discovered by the relief force...<br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Game was played using a modified version of Muskets and Tomahawks with thanks to Happy Wanderer for the alterations.</span>jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-63580296228228759702019-11-27T02:17:00.000-08:002019-11-27T05:44:29.584-08:00Convoy - A Red Planet Adventure<b>North West Frontier, Mars, 4th November 1891. The Offices of the London Illustrated News Overseas Reporting Team.</b><br />
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<i>Aether Correspondent, Archibald Harris-Hampton managed to witness the destruction of a Japanese exploration column and the capture of the Princess Imperial...</i><br />
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jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-55989919529034970052019-11-20T09:31:00.003-08:002019-11-20T09:31:59.588-08:00Factories and warehousesTo help populate New Victoria I've made several larger buildings using and altering the kits I sell via OSHIRO <a href="https://oshiromodels.wixsite.com/oshiromodelswebshop/victorian" target="_blank">here</a>. Most of the buildings have had extensive work done to them from the original designs (and from some designs as of yet unreleased).<br />
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Unfortunately there aren't many wips as most of them were made in a rush for Salute a few years ago but when I do some more buildings for New Victoria I shall make sure that there are some progress photos so a decent blog post can be made.<br />
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For now I'll leave you with a selection of photos of most of the buildings so far.<br />
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<br />jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-18404409891767549592019-11-13T06:32:00.000-08:002019-11-13T08:00:47.736-08:00New VictoriaQuite possibly the greatest man made wonder of the known solar system in this modern age is the city of New Victoria. Established in 1873 to the applauds of the citizens of earth it has quickly become an amazing spectacle.<br />
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Initial plans were to build it mirroring the intent of modern Victorian cities but as soon as the foundations began the project came under Sky Martian attack. The difficult decision was made to fortify the city and to add an enormous ring and network of walls and defensive outer works. The walls, for the most part, are 40 feet high and 10 feet wide at the top; enough for five men to stand abreast on. Numerous towers have also been constructed along the length on the circuit with varying uses; from storage rooms to aeroneff docks to gun towers, bristling with quick firing cannon to deter any Sky Martian attack. <br />
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The city contains within it a large plateau which was actually the first landing site when humans came to Mars. There is a statue to celebrate the event and a small, fenced, public garden containing many of Mars’ natural flora. The plateau itself has upon it many of the more important buildings of New Victoria including the current Governors mansion and many legations of the leading nations of earth. The Royal Societies also have their establishment located here along with several smaller aeroneff docks.<br />
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The harbour and docks of New Victoria are a sight to behold also. With three Martian canals converging it is a place of bustling commerce, trading as it does with City Martian states and other outlying human settlements. The Royal Canal enters New Victoria via huge iron gates placed in the massive walls. It proceeds through the city and out the other side taking the affluence and detritus of New Victoria’s citizens (much to the chagrin of the local City Martians). The other two canals go north east and south connecting two of the largest City Martian state capitals and the area surrounding the convergence is full of warehouses and store yards, narrow boat docks and defensive positions. <br />
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New Victoria itself contains some of the best examples of Victorian architecture outside of England. Headquarters buildings, warehouses and universities all vying for attention and new construction beginning almost on a monthly basis. The city is roughly divided into commercial, industrial and residential areas but there are no specific zones as such and one area can blur into another. Work is underway to begin construction of a simple underground train network; mainly to link the main commercial, industrial and residential areas of New Victoria but there is also talks of linking the various barracks to the underground to allow the quick movement of troops when a large Sky Martian attack occurs.<br />
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Above ground there is an increasing network of rail viaducts and tracks taking passengers and goods to and from locations where the canals don’t, or can’t go; New Victoria Station being the main terminus of these. From above, New Victoria looks like a spiders web with the tracks and viaducts radiating out to various points on Mars. There are two main rail companies vying for supremacy in New Victoria; these are The Great Martian Railway and The Metropolitan Martian Line. Both have large numbers of rolling stock and have allowed military adjustments to some of the wagons to help defend them when outside the protection of New Victoria.<br />
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The main military holding in New Victoria is the Queen’s
Barracks; a massive hexagonal structure incorporated into the walls of
the northern stretch (this being the direction of the most frequent Sky
Martian attacks). It is slightly taller than the neighbouring walls and
has a raised interior parade ground. Three defensive towers are placed
on every other corner and several embrasures protrude from the walls
housing large cannon. A battalion of the 1st Regiment of Mars (The
Queens Own Martians) is stationed at the fort with attached cavalry and a
small section of artillery and steam tech. Various companies of the
1st, 3rd and 6th regiments are stationed around New Victoria mainly in
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New Victoria is ever expanding, what with the influx of traders, soldiers, workers and even tourists. There is still space inside the walls for new construction but it is feared that the population will soon outgrow this, the Marvel of Mars and the Solar System<br />
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The coolies carrying the supplies tried to quicken their pace to gain the safety of the farm building but the Sky Martians were too quite for them and they got caught in the open and were decimated.<br />
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The Sky Martians then preceded to charge the columns support artillery but were seen of with a furious fusillade of fire.<br />
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Captain Rodger Boyes of Her Majesties Impervious Suit Detachment charged forwards and saw off the Sky Martian attack only to see what appeared to be a Sky Martian skiff bearing down on the farm building.<br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Game was played using a modified version of Muskets and Tomahawks with thanks to Happy Wanderer for the alterations.</span><br />
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The first thing to do was to make the frame for the canvas. The frame and canvas is a recurring theme throughout City Martian architecture (although I've yet to add canvasses to most of the completed terrain).<br />
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Once the frame was made the base was textured and painted as it would be easier to do this now rather than when the canvas was in place. A start was made on the merchandise table.This used some readily available 'goods' from various sources but the idea is to design something for the City Martians specifically and have them for sale.<br />
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<br />jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-58949346835236053002019-10-16T00:31:00.000-07:002019-11-07T18:20:37.768-08:00The Japanese Army on Mars<div style="text-align: center;">
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The Japanese were the first to arrive on Mars following their successful implementation and improvement of aether technology gained from an undiscloased source. Shortly after them, the British landed and started their expansion and alliance with the Japanese.</div>
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New Victoria for many is the principle human city on Mars but the Japanese have also established their own enclave of Shin Kyoto. Simpler in form than New Victoria it has taken the shape of Martian sand banks with ramparts behind and a simple dry moat to the front. Various gun embrasures are dotted along the circumference and these are of various calibers; placed because of the Sky Martian threat. This threat appears to be less than the threat on New Victoria, possibly because of the more understated size of Shin-Kyoto.</div>
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The main advantage Japan has over the other nations is their large and expanding aeroneff fleet and the support to go with them. Various designs of neff are in the Japanese fleet including, but not limited to, armoured gunboats, torpedo cutters, destroyers and larger armoured corvettes. Many smaller support craft have also been constructed on Mars in recent months allowing Japanese expeditions to range further and further.</div>
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The first soldiers to arrive were from the recently formed Imperial Guard but these were soon added to by conscript forces from 1873 onwards. At this moment in time there are two full regiments on Mars to date with five cavalry squadrons and an artillery regiment with various engineers, medics etc. More soldiers are due in the next supply run from earth to help bolster Japanese interests.</div>
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The more recent arrivals from earth have been issued with summer uniforms; basically white made from a lighter material to help with the high temperatures experienced on Mars. Quite often, earlier and later units will be mixed together on expeditions and also more recent supply runs have meant that some units are having to wear a mix of winter and summer uniforms so the army can be quite a colourful affair. The Japanese high command are also looking at khaki uniforms but nothing much has been done about this as of yet.</div>
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The Japanese cavalry are looking to use the local Martian mounts, as getting remounts from Earth is a long process. Training these larger beasts is proving to be problematic at best as they are temperamental towards humans, the reason is yet to be ascertained. Special saddles are being designed due to the nature of the Martian mounts skeletal structure but should prove efficient when complete. Using the Martian mounts will help enormously with long range patrols as they are perfectly suited for the Martian terrain and weather.</div>
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The Japanese engineers have managed to set up a good armoury and foundry and are already starting to produce ordinance and artillery on Mars although raw metals in the vicinity of Shin Kyoto are scarce. This scarcity means that patrols deep into Sky Martian territory are becoming a necessity and large, armoured convoys are becoming a common sight on Mars.</div>
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The Japanese advanced into the compound to assess the situation but to the surprise of the commander there was what appeared to be the Princess Imperial in amongst the City Martian animal pens.<br />
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It however turned out to be a trap as a mix of unruly looking individuals were seen moving through cover towards the compound.<br />
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The band of 'ruffians' started to approach the compound firing their weapons whilst the Japanese took cover behind the barricades. The Japanese commander, being mounted, manoeuvred his horse outside the protection of the compound in an attempt to out flank the attackers.<br />
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<i>It would seem that this Great Martian Trading Company are going to great lengths to disrupt the status quo on Mars. What nefarious purposes do they have in mind and what will be the outcome of these seemingly random events.</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Game was played using Wiley Games Galactic Heroes and Tales of Horror rules with suitable VSF alterations by us. Available from <a href="https://oshiromodels.wixsite.com/oshiromodelswebshop/rules">HERE</a></span></div>
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<i>Aether Correspondent, Archibald Harris-Hampton reporting on a surprising development along the New Victoria main branch line.</i><br />
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jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-72582815467199794752018-12-02T11:37:00.000-08:002019-11-07T18:22:18.452-08:00Some generic Martian terrainI have been working on some new terrain to fight over in our expanding Mars campaign. Just some simple mesa and a low level railway.<br />
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The mesa are quite simple builds. I started off by cutting up cork bark to the right sort of shape and filling in the small gaps with scraps and sticking the whole lot on a hardboard base. Ready mixed wall filler was applied to the bases and tops of the mesa to fill any remaining gaps and create a slightly uneven surface. Sand was applied to all the top surfaces of the mesa and base and once this was dry the whole thing was given a wash of watered down Windsor and Newton burnt sienna ink. After a day or so, I worked up through the Foundry ochre triad to get the desired reddish hue. This is the same process as shown for the temple earlier and pretty much for most of the Mars terrain.<br />
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The next bit of terrain was a low level railway (saves getting the viaduct out all the time). A very simple build which consists of a hardboard base, 5mm foamboard on top cut with a slight chamfer and then filler and sand applied on top but being careful to avoid the sleepers that are stuck on the foamboard. Same colours as before and a bit of ‘dry’ grass tufting here and there. I have a jig to lay the rails down and the rails are simple 'i' beam styrene extrusion that don't even need painting please excuse the feet in slippers).<br />
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There will be some more terrain for Martians at some point in the near future so watch this space.jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-23358341443010985162018-11-25T11:23:00.000-08:002019-11-07T18:20:35.541-08:00Martian Burial Sites and Rituals. Part TwoFollowing recent expeditions into the areas around New Victoria and the discovery of new tombs that have recently been uncovered by storms, we can now continue the treatise on Martian burial rituals.<br />
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As we have previously discovered, the City Martians have rites and burials not unsimilar to ancient Egyptian practises. A recent expedition into one of the sealed tombs has allowed a more detailed study of the interiors. Each generation has a ‘level’ of the tomb with the oldest one being the first and newer ones interred further underground; why this is the case has not yet been ascertained.<br />
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The layout of a ‘typical’ level of a tomb consists of a main chamber and several side chambers. The main chamber usually contains another processional way of columns that help to support the ceiling/roof above leading to what we are calling a ‘generational alter’. This alter would appear to be the repository for the deceased possessions that were included with the funeral although none have been entered to confirm this. The side chambers contain the sepulchres of the family members, usually plain and unadorned unless that particular family member had achieved something of note for the clan.<br />
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There are usually several side chambers per level containing a generations worth of the dead numbering around ten to twelve. Females are interred on the left and males on the right with one per chamber running parallel to the processional way. Ebenezer Von Stypher-Dyke is currently researching this and we hope to gain some answers from him in the near future.<br />
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Steps down to the next level are behind the generational alter and are wide enough to allow the procession to proceed unhindered. The steps sweep round so the next level is underneath the one above and this 'switchback' method continues down and down throughout the generations. New chambers and levels are cut out of the bedrock when the last member of the last generation has passed over. Sand from the surface is spread over the floor of the chambers and the most amazing thing is the use of glowing gems in the ceilings which when torches and electric lights are extinguished the chamber gives the impression of being out in the open at night. It's most breathtaking.<br />
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Although of course to our knowledge none of the gems have been taken, their use would prove most useful as they appear to be permanently alight but where they are found has yet to be discovered and the City Martians which we have good contact with are reticent to tell us where the are located.jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-92138494038867532642018-11-18T11:27:00.002-08:002019-11-07T18:22:18.482-08:00A small Martian burial mesaAs mentioned in an earlier text, if a Martian family are too far away from a burial vale then they will make do with a lonely mesa for their tomb.<br />
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A suitable sized base was picked out and the main 'core' was roughed out with large cork bark pieces. An open entrance way was left at the 'front' to act as the entrance to the tomb. This would be covered by carved blue foam.<br />
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Some columns (soon to be released) were added to the front with one collapsed and were sprayed dark brown prior to the rest to ease painting.<br />
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Once the form was complete the small gaps were filled in with cork off cuts and glued in place. Also, the surrounding levels were added with normal filler and the whole lot was left to dry.<br />
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The front of the tomb was made from blue foam and was distressed with small rocks to give it a aged, worn appearance. Also, there were clan/family markings 'drawn' on the foam with a ball point pen. This was then coated with wood glue to help seal it before painting could begin.<br />
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Thanks for reading :-)jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-66871871203075476662018-11-12T10:24:00.003-08:002019-11-07T18:20:38.162-08:00The Temple Raid Part Two AARWith the Germans recently setting up camp near the temple the Independents start to explore the environs of the temple proper.<br />
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Whilst busy in their encampment the Germans failed to notice a small Japanese force approaching from the south.<br />
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The Japanese manage to ascend to the top of the temple but are met with heavy fire from the German walkers and machine guns.<br />
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The Japanese walker suffers a critical hit and the crew have to evacuate. Meanwhile, the remaining Japanese troops are whittled down and again they have to retreat.<br />
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Unbeknownst to the Germans, the Japanese attack was a diversion as another entrance to the temple was found a short distance away and a small group of Japanese elite troops has entered in a bid to find what's there before the enemy do...<br />
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<i>My thoughts regarding the current situation on Mars are mixed. Love for ones homeland is paramount but I can see the Japanese struggling and it would seem they only want to do what's best for all the powers on Mars...</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Game was played using the Rifles and Spears variant of M+T with suitable VSF alterations by us. Thanks to Happy Wanderer!</span></div>
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jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-44364792857983790912018-11-11T09:03:00.000-08:002019-11-07T18:20:37.045-08:00The Temple Raid Part Two - A Red Planet Adventure<b>North West Frontier, Mars, 9th October 1891. The Offices of the London Illustrated News Overseas Reporting Team.</b><br />
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<i>Aether Correspondent, Archibald Harris-Hampton reporting again from Mars this time concerning the continued desecration of a local City Martian temple.</i><br />
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<i>The last time we reported, a Japanese force attempted to stop a joint force of Germans and what we can now reveal as the mysterious forces that have been causing so much trouble recently; the Great Martian Trading Company, also known as the GMTC for short. Led by, we believe, Allan Farquarson that famed British ex-serviceman.</i><br />
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<i>What he can be doing with the GMTC god alone knows but you can be sure we at the London Illustrated News will endeavour to find out.</i><br />
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<i>With the Japanese in retreat the Germans and their allies set up camp and start to explore the temple. What wonders will they discover in it's dark depths...</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Game was played using the Rifles and Spears variant of M+T with suitable VSF alterations by us. Thanks to Happy Wanderer!</span></div>
jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-24744262683502077532018-11-03T11:39:00.000-07:002019-11-07T18:20:35.607-08:00The Temple Raid Part One - A Red Planet Adventure<b>North West Frontier, Mars, 5th October 1891. The Offices of the London Illustrated News Overseas Reporting Team.</b><br />
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<i>Aether Correspondent, Archibald Harris-Hampton reporting from Mars. A new City Martian temple has been found in the desert to the south of New Victoria</i><br />
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jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-69497743911734290372018-10-30T11:28:00.000-07:002019-11-07T18:20:38.294-08:00The Weather of Mars<div style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars was understood to be a ‘wet’ planet much like the Earth; at one point in its history. We are now starting to learn that a great cataclysm occurred and changed the face of Mars forever. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It would be folly to speculate on the cause of the disaster without further learning from the Martians themselves but the subject seems to be a sensitive one and only Ebenezer Von Stypherdyk is close enough to the Martian elders to gain anything useful at this point. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, this being the case, let us discuss the current Martian weather systems. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars is a mainly desert planet and is buffeted by high winds and regular sand storms, the harshest of which can last for days, if not weeks. As the vast majority of Mars is yet to be explored properly it is unknown whether the storms are planet wide but reports from the observatories on Earth seem to indicate that this might be the case. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The majority of the sand on Mars is quite a heavy grain and so shouldn’t move around as much as the sand on Earth but with the ferocity and length of the storms there can be a risk of smaller settlements becoming buried. Indeed, there are rumours of large and ancient Martian city buried in the deep deserts and an expedition to discover this city has been muted by various powers. </span><br />
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Of course, the wind does play a large role in several of the Martians transportation systems. Two trade winds have been identified so far and the City Martians use these to ply their wares between cities. The Sky Martian menace also use the winds to great effect when they mount their airborne skiffs and wreak havoc on the unsuspecting. Not all winds carry sand with them as some of the winds seem to keep high in the sky and not trouble the surface. The trade winds however do reach close to the ground and although they are not very strong they are steady and regular. </span></div>
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Once again, some mysterious mechanical suits appear on the fringe of the fight but this time don't seem to take part. Maybe they were just watching the outcome?<br />
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The Japanese slowly become over run and the train with supplies and a few reinforcements is attacked before it gets a chance to pull in at the Halt.<br />
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The Japanese suit tries to make a valiant stand but becomes a casualty of the fierce Sky Martian attack.<br />
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The Japanese make a last stand in the compound but even with the help of their loyal Aak Naks it is to no avail as the Sky Martians slaughter everyone before making off. Only the train manages to slowly pull away and make it's long journey back to New Victoria to report on the disaster.<br />
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<i>Once again, your special Aether Correspondent, Archibald Harris-Hampton is here reporting from Mars with yet another desperate tale of woe. </i><br />
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<i>A small Japanese outpost along one of the Great Martian Railways branch lines has fallen to a joint force of brutal Sky Martians and some, as of yet, unidentified forces who we believe to be the same forces that attacked the AJCME a few short weeks ago!</i><br />
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jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-90794136023574102332018-10-22T13:19:00.000-07:002019-11-07T18:20:39.410-08:00Welcome back to the Red Planet!We have been absent from here for far too long and can only humbly apologise for this lack of attention.<br />
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Welcome back to the Red Planet!jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-64473512412212991332017-03-12T03:35:00.000-07:002019-11-07T18:20:38.096-08:00Assault on the AJCME AARThe camp was set up and a section of the Anglo-Japanese Commission for Martian Expansion was exploring some newly discovered Martian ruins.<br />
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Quite literally out of nowhere, a Sky Martian clan burst from cover and charged the encampment. The loyal Aak Naks rushed to the defences but were soon beaten off. The Japanese units were pinned down behind their emplacements by unseen foes.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Game was played using the Rifles and Spears variant of M+T with suitable VSF alterations by us. Thanks again to Happy Wanderer!</span></div>
<br />jimbibblyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11103132608122355990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6890757380676020674.post-6249158442678340942017-03-09T00:12:00.001-08:002019-11-07T18:20:37.900-08:00Assault on the AJCME - A Red Planet Adventure<b>North West Frontier, Mars 4th August 1891.The Offices of the London Illustrated News Overseas Reporting Team.</b><br />
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The mounted camel corp on the desert floor charge some Martians who, in their previously unknown fear of camels, retreat but then through either a prompting by the gods or some other means they turn and return the charge and create havoc.<br />
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A close call indeed for the British and without the quick arrival of Softlove, who knows what might have happened. Fortuitous to say the least...<br />
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<i>Sky Martian attacks in recent months are becoming ever more frequent. There even seems to be an element of luck in the way the Sky Martians are able to find, and descend on targets so quickly. Maybe there is more going on here than meets the eye...</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Game was played using the Rifles and Spears variant of M+T, thanks again to Happy Wanderer!</span><br />
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<i>The eight thirty to New Victoria was on it's way back from the British outpost of Kingston Plains when Sky Martians erupted from the Albert Cutting, blocking the rails with a landfall and preceded to advance on the train...</i></div>
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