The last couple of months have been spent sorting out some projects - such as completing the Paris Commune armies with sappers, gunners and staff. Other projects - long on hold - have been dusted down. But, the key question has been what the main campaign should be for the summer? FLW HQ is now able to host its first game, so what better than a siege.
The seat of Mars is on the eastern flank of Wales, in a town on the border. About here
I am very fortunate to have a very small walled garden, that is perfect for a 100+ sized army, or a more extended smaller campaign. There is also a Cider House (shed) that fits a good sized table.
The campaign is going to be Victorian, and initially I had thought of the Commune or Crimea. But, as it is the first game here it really should be truly Wellsian, pacifist and imaginary - so it will be a Sappers and Miners, and Rifle Volunteers exercise in the 1860's.
This is the first attempt at looking at the shape and size of the siege.
Ready, be ready against the storm!
Riflemen, Riflemen, Riflemen form!
Tennyson
Excellent venue for alfresco games, not to mention the splendid look of the place. An interesting campaign which l look forward to following over the coming turns. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteAlan Tradgardland
P.s I have recently tried to find if there was any invasion literature ( battle of Dorking period) set in Scotland to no avail. You don’t know of any perchance?
Thank you Alan - I am hopeful of a maintaining the momentum!
ReplyDeleteTo my knowledge, no, but TG and I planned a Russian invasion of Dundee in 189? - a true shocker! It could well happen ...