Saturday 20 December 2014

In Her Majesty's Name Company - Servants of Ra

Please allow me to introduce the Servants of Ra.






In addition to the background in the book:

Akhenaton can further count on the high priestess, Iset, who claims to be a direct descendant of the high priests of Aten at Karnak. As such, she is the guardian of much secret knowledge that has been passed down from generation to generation over the millenia and has been instrumental to Akhenaton in his attempts to locate the regalia of Ra. She has also been tireless in her efforts to restore Egypt and the Sudan to the old gods and the glories of the past, recruiting many fanatical followers to the cause. She relies mainly on her mystical powers in battle, though she is not averse to using her poisoned fighting knife when needs be. 


The high priestess, Iset with Akhenaton



Pluck FV SV Speed Cost Talents Equipment
Akhenaton




3+ +4 0 0 94 Leadership +2
Terrifying
Mystical Powers (30)
-Clouding Men's Minds
-Levitate
-Mesmerism
Immortal Oil of Horus (13)
Khopesh of Osiris (-2 Pluck, +2 FV)


Iset, High Priestess 3+ 3+ 0 0 57 Leadership +1
Fanatic
Mystical Powers (25)
-The Path of Shadows
-Zone of Shadows
Fighting Knife (Poisoned) (-1 Pluck, +1 FV)


Professor Abir 3+ 0 0 0 38 Leadership +1
Fanatic
Mystical Powers (20)
-Mask of Imhotep
-The Path of Shadows
Lined Coat (8)


Sairah 3+ +3 +1 +2 48 Stealthy
Fanatic
Mystical Powers (10)
-Strengthen
Fighting Knife (Poisoned) (-1 Pluck, +1 FV)
Throwing Knives x3 (+1 SV)
Mummified Priest


3+ +3 0 0 46 Terrifying
Numb
Mystical Powers (10)
-The Path of Shadows
Ancient Wrappings (8)
Hands equivalent to Clubs (+1 FV)


Cultists with Pistols  6+ 0 +1 0 10  Fanatic Pistol (+1 SV)
Cultists with Clubs  6+ +1 0 0 9 Fanatic Club (+1 FV)
Followers with Swords 6+ +2 0 0 12  Fanatic Sword (-1 Pluck, +2 FV)
Followers with Swords and Shields 6+ +2 0 0 12  Fanatic Shield (8)
Sword (-1 Pluck, +2 FV)
Followers with Rifles 6+ 0 +2 0 17  Fanatic Rifles (-1 Pluck, +3 SV)



The fanatical followers of Ra

In addition to the Servants of Ra from North Star, the fanatical followers are from Perry and Iset is from Fantasy Worlds. Figures painted for me by the inimitable Matt Slade!

Wednesday 17 December 2014

7th Voyage Cast - Jason and the Argonauts

Behold Jason and the Argonauts!






 Jason

Jason
Name Role Billing Ratings
Jason Favoured Champion Star 64

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 5 3 4 3 3 4

Special Effects
Armour (p.28)
Inspirational (p.31)
Leader (2) (p. 31)
Luck (1) (p.31)
Shield (p.28)
Gifts of the Gods (p.31) Blade of Destiny (10)

Unique Effects
A Leader of Men (p.56)
Fortune Favours the Bold (p.56)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Sword Melee 4+ User Parry


Hercules

Hercules
Name Role Billing Ratings
Hercules Brother in Arms Co-Star 50

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 2 5 3 3 3

Special Effects
A Good Offence (p.28)
Armour (Pelt of the Nemean Lion) (p.28)
Herculean Strength (p.30)
Martial Training (p.28)
Rage (p.28)
Gifts of the Gods (p.31) Mantle of the Lion (8)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Club Melee 3+ User Brutal, Stuns


Medea

Medea
Name Role Billing Ratings
Medea (p.56) Priestess Guest Star 50

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 2 3 3 4 4

Special Effects
Healer (p.28)
Loner (p.32)
Luck (1) (p.31)
Seduce (p.31)
Magic (2) (p.28) Banish (10), Kindle Inspiration (8)

Unique Effects
Potions and Salves (p.56)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 5+ User Stun


Atalanta

Atalanta
Name Role Billing Ratings
Atalanta Mortal (Veteran, p.46) Also Starring 27

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 2 3 4 3 3

Special Effects
A Good Offence (p.28)
Dodge (p.30)
Martial Training (p.28)
Shield (p.28)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Spear Melee 4+ User Thrust




Argonauts

Argonauts
Name Role Billing Ratings
Argonauts x9 Mortal (Veterans, p.46) Extras 108

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 1 3 3 3 3

Special Effects
Armour (p.28)
Martial Training (p.28)
Shield (p.28)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Sword Melee 4+ User Parry

Total Cost of Cast: 299

All figures from Foundry. Figures painted for me by the inimitable Matt Slade!

Sunday 14 December 2014

7th Voyage Cast - King Aeetes and Circe

Behold King Aeetes and Circe!




King Aeetes and his Palace Guard

King Aeetes
Name Role Billing Ratings
King Aeetes Vile Tyrant Star 74

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 3 4 3 5 3


Special Effects
Obey Me! (p.31)
Leader (1) (p.31)
Magic (3) (p.28) Aspect of Terror (10), Awaken the Dead (10), Pillar of Wrath (10)
Luck (1) (p.31)
Armour (p.28)


Unique Effects
Sorcerer King of Colchis (p.57)
Children of the Hydra (p.57)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 5+ User Stun
Sword Melee 4+ User Parry

Palace Guard
Name Role Billing Ratings
Palace Guard x4 Mortal Extras 24

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 1 3 3 2 3

Special Effects
Blocker (p.30)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Spear Melee 4+ User Thrust




Circe and her giant snakes

Circe
Name Role Billing Ratings
Circe Their Right Hand Co-Star 47

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 3 2 3 3 5 3

Special Effects
Luck (1) (p.31)
Magic (3) (p.28) Sacrifice to the Dead (12), Unleash the Whirlwind (12), Word of Command (15)
Gift of the Gods (p.31) Serpents Crown (8), Stygian Cloak (12)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Dagger Melee 3+ User-1


Giant Snake (Constrictor)
Name Role Billing Ratings
Giant Snake (Constrictor) Animal Extra 20

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 4 2 3 3 1 3

Special Effects
Animal (p.33)
Concealment (p.30)
Dodge (p.30)
Fearsome (p.33)
Loner (p.32)
Disarm (p.28)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Tail Melee 4+ User+1 Stuns

Giant Snakes (Vipers)
Name Role Billing Ratings
Giant Snakes (Vipers x2) Animal Extra 40

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
6 4 2 3 3 1 3

Special Effects
Animal (p.33)
Concealment (p.30)
Dodge (p.30)
Fearsome (p.33)
Loner (p.32)
Daring Leap (p.30)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Venom Melee 4+ User+1 Brutal





The Children of the Hydra

The Children of the Hydra
Name Role Billing Ratings
Skeleton Warriors x6 Stop-Motion Models Extras 90

Move Def Hits Str Agi Int Mor
5 4 1 3 2 0 0

Special Effects
Blocker (p.30)
Fearsome (p.33)
Invulnerable: Ranged (1) (p.29)
Shield (p.28)
Summoned (p.33)

Weapon Range Hit Str Notes
Brawl Melee 4+ User Stun
Spear Melee 4+ User Thrust
Sword Melee 4+ User Parry

Total Cost of Cast: 295

All figures from Foundry except the snakes which are from Otherworld Miniatures. Figures painted for me by the inimitable Matt Slade!



Thursday 11 December 2014

Behold Jason and the Argonauts!

Just got the news that Matt Slade has finished my other 7th Voyage cast and that they're on their way! 

Behold Jason and the Argonauts (Foundry)!

Jason and Argonauts 

Hercules and Argonauts 

Atalanta and Medea with Argonauts


More Argonauts

Another fantastic job, Matt, thanks! I can't wait to see them in action against King Aeetes and Circe!

Tuesday 9 December 2014

Skirmish in the Sudan, part two - IHMN AAR

In my previous post I covered the scenario, companies and set-up in more detail, but essentially The Servants of Ra started from the bottom edge of the table and had to reach the Amulet of Ra located in the top room of the tall building at the top of the table. The Prince of Wales Extraordinary Company set up anywhere in the top half of the town and had to stop The Servants of Ra reaching the Amulet. There was a 4 turn time limit at the end of which the 66th Foot would arrive to reinforce The Prince of Wales Extraordinary Company and The Servants of Ra must flee.


Captain Napier posted riflemen on the rooftops to cover the approaches to the building. The rest of the company positioned themselves behind the sandbags near the building containing the Amulet.

Turn One

The Prince of Wales Extraordinary Company win initiative but, with minor adjustments, keep to their positions. The Servants of Ra approach the town at a run, well aware of the formidable reputation of the British rifleman, trying to keep within cover...all except Akhenaton who uses his mystical powers to Cloud Men's Minds! The riflemen's reputation is well-earned as a couple of Cultists are immediately picked off by the men on the rooftops.

 Two Dead Cultists!

 Akhenaton knows no fear!

 The approaches covered by riflemen!

 Ready for action, Sir!

 Dr Wilson stands ready to attend any injuries!

Rooms with a view!

Turn Two

The Prince of Wales Extraordinary Company win initiative and again mainly keep to their positions. Another Cultist falls to a shot from the rooftops but the rest of them find cover in the narrow streets. Captain Napier, though, does surprise the swift-footed Saira. Their blades clash but any thrusts are expertly parried. Both the Mummy and Professor Abir use their mystical powers and The Path of Shadows allows them to advance  in safety. Akhenaton ignores everyone, indifferent to their feeble attempts to stop him, and continues to head towards the Amulet of Ra.

The Cultists advance throught the narrow streets!

But are still not safe!

 Sapper Jones!

Sergeant Borrage!

Captain Napier meets the beautiful Saira...

...with his sabre!

The Mummy uses The Path of Shadows!

Akhenaton knows no fear!

Turn Three

The Servants of Ra win initiative this turn and continue to advance as fast as they can but another Cultist falls to the withering fire from the rooftops. Professor Abir and the Mummy again use The Path of Shadows...the Mummy getting to the open square in front of the building. This turns out to be a mistake as Sapper Jones uses his Congreve Rocket Gun to land a grenade in front of the Mummy. It seems that ancient wrappings are highly flammable...the Mummy is quickly engulfed in flames and destroyed! Saira and Captain Napier continue to cut and thrust...to little effect. Finally, Akhenaton, too, reaches the open square and is immediately attacked by two brave riflemen and their bayonets...but these feeble attempts do little to distract him.

Another Cultist bites the dust!

Professor Abir is in The Path of Shadows!

Sapper Jones unleashes the Congreve Rocket Gun...

...and the Mummy goes up in flames!

 Saira seems to be distracted, such a fine figure of a man...

...whilst the Captain seems captivated by those sultry eyes!

Akhenaton ignores any attempts to stop him!

A General surveys his troops and is pleased with what he sees!

Turn Four

The Servants of Ra again win initiative and make a last ditch attempt to reach the Amulet. Another two Cultists fall to rifle fire...leaving just two remaining. Captain Napier continues to distract Saira from her objective. Professor Abir uses Path of Shadows one last time to get within spitting distance of the building. Dr Wilson takes a shot at him but, a little out of practice, misses him. Akhenaton easily disengages from the bayonet wielding riflemen who are trying to stop him. He attempts to use his mystical powers to Levitate to the top of the building...but his powers seem to have deserted him. Instead, he advances only to be met by two more riflemen and the formidable Sergeant Borrage. Yet, even they can't touch the terrifying Akhenaton. But, a bugle is heard. It is the 66th Foot! They are here! Akhenaton gives the soldiers of the Company a withering glare before turning around and disappearing back into the desert. So close!

Another Cultist falls!

Not many left now.

Flashing Blades!

Professor Abir dodges a shot from the good Doctor.

Sergeant Borrage takes on Akhenaton...

...but no-one can touch the ancient Pharoah!


As the Company wonder how they can stop Akhenaton they hear the sound of bugles. The 66th Foot are here! The Company have done their job.


So my son won a resounding victory...and without losing a man. Seems I need to up my game! He absolutely loved In Her Majesty's Name and picked up the rules really quickly. More importantly, he also picked up the tactics really quickly using his men effectively. The game took two hours (not including the set-up) and he was completely engaged for the whole time. Not bad for an almost 9 year old. We're both very much looking forward to the next game.

Figures were all painted by the inimitable Matt Slade and the buildings were made by The Colonial Steamboat Company