tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post2900497963742002663..comments2023-12-13T02:48:34.786-08:00Comments on The Black Castle.: The Battle of Broken Barrow. Part One.Warlord Paulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-66533353713318794022013-08-28T10:58:43.613-07:002013-08-28T10:58:43.613-07:00The story-telling aspect to war-gaming is my main ...The story-telling aspect to war-gaming is my main motivation to take part in the hobby these days so having the opportunity to create double the narrative is fantastic. It's an idea I saw Private Weird and Mouse pull off with spectacular results and I'm thrilled to be able to do something similar.<br /><br />Forgetting rules is one of the many reasons to have a GM take that responsibility! It's not always possible and it shouldn't prevent a game taking place if you can't get one but it's something to aspire to definitely.<br /><br />Playing Orcs straight out of the 3rd edition book with no scenario conditions can be tough, borderline pointless against some armies. They benefit massively from the clever use of their Shaman's magic but even so it's wise not to rely on this, because then you are just like the opponent who relies on his cannon and the arms race that can occur in any edition of Warhammer becomes a bit unsatisfying for many I think it's fair to say! I would say try playing a sneaky Orc ambush with your opponents artillery limbered up and useless. Another week have him assault an Orc encampment that has lots of cover. Another idea would be to simply ignore animosity because you want a week off from it! Trade these ideas for some your mates want to try out and see how you get on.Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-15056028687518991422013-08-28T09:15:24.979-07:002013-08-28T09:15:24.979-07:00Nice back and forth between the two blogs. Forgett...Nice back and forth between the two blogs. Forgetting rules is my middle name. I think the green skins are particularly tough as they have so many things that could effect them each turn. My massive Waagh spent most of its time fighting with itself while my opponents empire troops blasted my formations with a cannon.Seanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15428727065347379281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-70216984835116424212013-08-28T04:57:39.028-07:002013-08-28T04:57:39.028-07:00Many thanks Andrew, I'm beginning to develop a...Many thanks Andrew, I'm beginning to develop a style now that's flavour-some without being too wordy. Glad you like it!Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-13400346244300175842013-08-28T04:55:28.402-07:002013-08-28T04:55:28.402-07:00Ummm. Nope. I will try and organise one of mine so...Ummm. Nope. I will try and organise one of mine soon and pass your request on to Thantsants too though! Glad you're enjoying it so far.Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-12137438754622306382013-08-28T04:53:51.757-07:002013-08-28T04:53:51.757-07:00On it's way Suber! We are in the middle of a s...On it's way Suber! We are in the middle of a storm of preparation for the imminent Oldhammer Weekend at the moment so expect slight delays!Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-38602674933347352662013-08-28T04:52:39.061-07:002013-08-28T04:52:39.061-07:00Many thanks Dreamfish. You're absolutely right...Many thanks Dreamfish. You're absolutely right about with that analysis I think, there can be a lot to remember if you're tryign to do everything by the book. Playing this edition is about getting it as close as possible whilst concentrating on having fun I reckon! Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-30958920239899767532013-08-28T04:49:37.779-07:002013-08-28T04:49:37.779-07:00Even taking him as the lowest level possible his s...Even taking him as the lowest level possible his stats make him quite a beast. It certainly didn't help when your dice turned against you in those early exchanges!<br /><br />Feel free to pinch whatever you want!Warlord Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06477146670213381976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-21268795808825921842013-08-28T04:35:09.486-07:002013-08-28T04:35:09.486-07:00Did you buy any chance take a full army shot of ea...Did you buy any chance take a full army shot of each force? Good read though :)Chico Dankshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16209424634551876747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-79530865366078300322013-08-28T01:25:41.911-07:002013-08-28T01:25:41.911-07:00It's looking great, can't wait for the res...It's looking great, can't wait for the rest :)Suberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02005091019027411799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-2592592281949423992013-08-28T00:32:31.440-07:002013-08-28T00:32:31.440-07:00Nice report and pictures guys, looking forward to ...Nice report and pictures guys, looking forward to read how it ends. IMO, not forgetting rules is the hardest part when playing WFB3.Dreamfishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429321866938060905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4122834195131500531.post-76282026858156688532013-08-27T17:09:42.817-07:002013-08-27T17:09:42.817-07:00Nom, nom, nom indeed! Impressive performance by th...Nom, nom, nom indeed! Impressive performance by the Chimera - and it wasn't even slowed down with indigestion!<br /><br />Might have to run with your Tennyson reference when I get round to my part 2...Thantsantshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06902730729032525538noreply@blogger.com