Whilst Jori was firing up the forge in dwarven passion and hammering away with, uh, appropriated goods in the student workshop his centaur mentor failed to get his attention. Brutus, Alexander, Burley and William and (virtual) Susan visited the artists with Manticore in tow, saw him settled and partied hard and appreciated art.
Quite (at times) heated discussions about the lack of communication and whatever it is the pcs are going to do with the Manticore, and just where is it the Manticore comes from. North Africa?
Brutus's dad owns a shipyard...Brutus has written him of his adventures (despite the lack of a quality pen) and the need to borrow a ship.
A reply will be forthcoming.
Barbary pirates will be no match it is conjectured.
Pirates: "Prepare to be boarded!"
PC's: "Sure, come on!"
Manticore "Munchmunchmunch!"
Next week, a meeting with Mr Brisgow.
Burley is honing his blowpipe skills.
Saturday, 27 April 2013
Thursday, 25 April 2013
Lest we forget.
Lest we forget.
Originally shared by Rob Masters
At the end of The Great War, where our youth, our brightest, and best went to stand for their country, and died in their thousands, the cry amongst the world leaders was 'Never Again!'
And yet it did.
And again our youth - the brightest and best - went out to fight, and died in the widest-reaching conflict in our history.
And again, and again, in dozens of smaller wars and conflicts. Out they go, to serve, and to die, and why? To protect. Be it peacekeeping in the Balkans, police action in South East Asia, Search and Rescue, fighting against a mighty dictator bent on world domination, or even the current ambiguous actions - they go and serve, trusting their leaders that what they do is to protect. Be it our own country or the people of another.
And some pay the ultimate sacrifice. And many more return with bodies and minds and souls shattered.
And today, it is them - not the leaders sent them - who we remember. It is they who we honour, not the wars. It is they, and their brave and honourable opponents from that first Great War, which tested and forged in fire and blood the souls of three nations, who we remember. Three nations that remain bonded by our shared loss, and who all stand stronger by our shared history. We might not always agree - but we three nations - Turkey, New Zealand, and Australia - know that we share a bond that rises above our disagreements. A bond of shared loss, blood, and honour.
To the Turks and the ANZACs, we raise a salute - not to celebrate - but to remember with honour the fallen and those who survived to tell the stories of their brave and honourable foes.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
And never forget.
#anzac #anzacday
Originally shared by Rob Masters
At the end of The Great War, where our youth, our brightest, and best went to stand for their country, and died in their thousands, the cry amongst the world leaders was 'Never Again!'
And yet it did.
And again our youth - the brightest and best - went out to fight, and died in the widest-reaching conflict in our history.
And again, and again, in dozens of smaller wars and conflicts. Out they go, to serve, and to die, and why? To protect. Be it peacekeeping in the Balkans, police action in South East Asia, Search and Rescue, fighting against a mighty dictator bent on world domination, or even the current ambiguous actions - they go and serve, trusting their leaders that what they do is to protect. Be it our own country or the people of another.
And some pay the ultimate sacrifice. And many more return with bodies and minds and souls shattered.
And today, it is them - not the leaders sent them - who we remember. It is they who we honour, not the wars. It is they, and their brave and honourable opponents from that first Great War, which tested and forged in fire and blood the souls of three nations, who we remember. Three nations that remain bonded by our shared loss, and who all stand stronger by our shared history. We might not always agree - but we three nations - Turkey, New Zealand, and Australia - know that we share a bond that rises above our disagreements. A bond of shared loss, blood, and honour.
To the Turks and the ANZACs, we raise a salute - not to celebrate - but to remember with honour the fallen and those who survived to tell the stories of their brave and honourable foes.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
And never forget.
#anzac #anzacday
Wednesday, 24 April 2013
This is in South Australia...
This is in South Australia...
Originally shared by Alicia Smith
A gaming convention where you get to stay in rail carriages in the Barossa Valley, surrounded by Produce of all sorts! I am so tempted by this one! And it's like, in a state which actually shares a border with us!
https://plus.google.com/112114593233002685959
Originally shared by Alicia Smith
A gaming convention where you get to stay in rail carriages in the Barossa Valley, surrounded by Produce of all sorts! I am so tempted by this one! And it's like, in a state which actually shares a border with us!
https://plus.google.com/112114593233002685959
Come for a walk?
Come for a walk?
Originally shared by Paul Pichugin
Hold the date! We're organising a massive photo walk to celebrate Google+'s 2nd Anniversary! More details to come.
Feel free to join our small but growing West Aussie Photo Walks community here on G+ too: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/112238561462664129985
The more members we get, the more likely I am going to be able to get some swag and prizes from sponsors :)
events/cm8ngvj69aeq951missaceuisg0
Originally shared by Paul Pichugin
Hold the date! We're organising a massive photo walk to celebrate Google+'s 2nd Anniversary! More details to come.
Feel free to join our small but growing West Aussie Photo Walks community here on G+ too: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/112238561462664129985
The more members we get, the more likely I am going to be able to get some swag and prizes from sponsors :)
events/cm8ngvj69aeq951missaceuisg0
A gaming convention where you get to stay in rail carriages in the Barossa Valley, surrounded by Produce of all...
A gaming convention where you get to stay in rail carriages in the Barossa Valley, surrounded by Produce of all sorts! I am so tempted by this one! And it's like, in a state which actually shares a border with us!
https://plus.google.com/112114593233002685959
https://plus.google.com/112114593233002685959
Tuesday, 23 April 2013
Never since Tom Baker have we seen this...
Never since Tom Baker have we seen this...
Originally shared by Jeffrey Watkins (The Next Doctor)
Would really love your support.
Monday, 22 April 2013
At some point some of you will receive a digital copy of "The Spark Roleplaying System" due to a Kickstarter I...
At some point some of you will receive a digital copy of "The Spark Roleplaying System" due to a Kickstarter I backed, I got to give some digital copies away, so if it turns up in your inbox and you wonder where it came from, that was me.
Saturday, 20 April 2013
For the characters, the weekend pass uneventfully.
For the characters, the weekend pass uneventfully. Brutus was able to explain things somewhat to Ironhoof, with a promise to write up the events to his satisfaction...
So Tuesday rocks around and Susan, William, Alexander and Burley set off to meet the artists.Off they go in a growler, and along the way Burley manages to blow dart a gargoyle hunter and explains why to a bemused William who suggests he try the explanation (or possibly the dart) on his lecturers.
A loud trumpeting roar is heard ahead, and a few of the characters recognise the sound even though they've not heard it before - and before long the street is scattering in panic as an angry manticore comes into view.
Fortunately it is not the winged, firing missiles from its tail sort of manticore...
Susan and William rush into an alley, and Burley drops into a cellar window.
The manticore follows Susan and William who, in desparation and with their backs to a wall variously try Ancient Greek and Greek on it. It seems to understand them and a careful, if somewhat one sided conversation ensues.
Burley attempts contact but makes the manticore unpredictable, and pops back around the corner and starts whistling. He earns nearly a shilling! (He might get his legs broken though by the local beggar king) He's joined by Brutus who has tried to alert the Royal Horse Guards but was dismissed as a prankster student to his chagrin.
Susan and William emerge with the manticore walking beside them, and join up with Burley, to continue on their way to the artists. Brutus is sent off to get some meat for the manticore, and will meet them at the artists' place.
But they realise they have lost Alexander, and start looking about for him. They might have some explaining to do.
So Tuesday rocks around and Susan, William, Alexander and Burley set off to meet the artists.Off they go in a growler, and along the way Burley manages to blow dart a gargoyle hunter and explains why to a bemused William who suggests he try the explanation (or possibly the dart) on his lecturers.
A loud trumpeting roar is heard ahead, and a few of the characters recognise the sound even though they've not heard it before - and before long the street is scattering in panic as an angry manticore comes into view.
Fortunately it is not the winged, firing missiles from its tail sort of manticore...
Susan and William rush into an alley, and Burley drops into a cellar window.
The manticore follows Susan and William who, in desparation and with their backs to a wall variously try Ancient Greek and Greek on it. It seems to understand them and a careful, if somewhat one sided conversation ensues.
Burley attempts contact but makes the manticore unpredictable, and pops back around the corner and starts whistling. He earns nearly a shilling! (He might get his legs broken though by the local beggar king) He's joined by Brutus who has tried to alert the Royal Horse Guards but was dismissed as a prankster student to his chagrin.
Susan and William emerge with the manticore walking beside them, and join up with Burley, to continue on their way to the artists. Brutus is sent off to get some meat for the manticore, and will meet them at the artists' place.
But they realise they have lost Alexander, and start looking about for him. They might have some explaining to do.
Friday, 19 April 2013
We met in 1987 and 17 years ago Rob Masters and I were married.
We met in 1987 and 17 years ago Rob Masters and I were married. Don't really have the words today but it always feels like it can't get any better but it always does. Love you, my heart, heart of my heart.
Sunday, 14 April 2013
Saturday, 13 April 2013
Friday, 12 April 2013
Ah, yes, and as I went on a cooking frenzy this week, I've got too much food at home so we will be eating in...
Ah, yes, and as I went on a cooking frenzy this week, I've got too much food at home so we will be eating in tonight, so food is fend for yourself.
Okay, no Elaine tonight, I'm not sure if Matthew is back either?
Okay, no Elaine tonight, I'm not sure if Matthew is back either? So it might be boardgames or some individual work in the lead up to the meeting with Mr Weasel, uh, Brisgow. The Jewellry Students may have some explaning to do to their centaur mentor when the ruby they asked him to examine is not forthcoming, after they made an appointment and everything...
Thursday, 11 April 2013
#gamejourneythursday , Curators: Clinton Coddington Jon Beall Rocio Goodey Close up of a game of Ticket to Ride:...
#gamejourneythursday , Curators: Clinton Coddington Jon Beall Rocio Goodey Close up of a game of Ticket to Ride: Heart of Africa. With the setting sun casting long shadows and the brightness of the railcars, quite a pretty image. I won this one by good fortune and adroitness with the terrain rules. Quite cool that. Still not as good as TTR:Europe. A much better game with stations.
This is from the new edition of Serenissima - which is a super play, even better than the old version.
This is from the new edition of Serenissima - which is a super play, even better than the old version. A poorly crewed vessel slogs back to Venezia, filled with a variety of cargo to stock the capitals warehouse. Will she get back in time. As it happened, yes.
#gamejourneythursday , Curators: Clinton Coddington Jon Beall Rocio Goodey
Lindsey Stirling AND the Piano Guys do Mission Impossible.
Lindsey Stirling AND the Piano Guys do Mission Impossible. Be sure to watch the out takes at the end. As well as enjoying some excellent music and performance along the way!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9p0BqUcQ7i0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9p0BqUcQ7i0
Ahhhhh...lovely.
Ahhhhh...lovely.
Originally shared by The Piano Guys
Berlin!!!
#thepianoguys #berlin #music #dubstep #cello
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcnzqKpFZ0I
Originally shared by The Piano Guys
Berlin!!!
#thepianoguys #berlin #music #dubstep #cello
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcnzqKpFZ0I
Tuesday, 9 April 2013
I seriously need this shirt for when I know people are going to be irritating. Hmm, maybe I need a few...:-)
I seriously need this shirt for when I know people are going to be irritating. Hmm, maybe I need a few...:-)
http://www.cafepress.com.au/signalintentions.802143625#.UWO8DX18dwQ.google_plusone_share
http://www.cafepress.com.au/signalintentions.802143625#.UWO8DX18dwQ.google_plusone_share
The lovely Kristina Sestan took this great photo of me on the Perth Photowalk! Thanks Kristina!
The lovely Kristina Sestan took this great photo of me on the Perth Photowalk! Thanks Kristina!
Originally shared by Kristina Sestan (Kiki)
Tickle-tickle ... with Alicia Smith #seeaustralia #perth2013
Monday, 8 April 2013
#WeeklyPhotoProject2013 curated by
#WeeklyPhotoProject2013 curated by
Andrew Willard , Iain Harley and Tiina Niskanen
Weekly Photo Project 2013
Week 11: Spring or Autumn
This photo was taken during the 2013 Perth Photowalk - we are supposed to be well into Autumn here, but summer is lingering late. Still there are a few deciduous trees amongst the evergreens here, and this broken tiling I found along the way has suitably autumnal hues. Bit of an illusion here though, the myth of four seasons. We actually have 6 - at the moment Bunuru is refusing to make way for Djeran. #seeaustralia #perth2013
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
One of my shots from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
One of my shots from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
One of my shots from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
Gee this luggage is heavy from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
You can practically hear the sun sizzling. April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
One of my shots from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
#perth2013 #SeeAustralia
One of my shots from the April 6 2013 photowalk in Fremantle, organised by Colby Brown and Paul Pichugin.
See https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8 for the event page.
Hi there!
Hi there! I'm supporting a number of Kickstarters recently - Small World II, Story Realms, Sails of Glory and so forth. But one, at the moment stands out. It's a neat little roleplaying system brought out by one of my Livejournal friends and while it's nifty in itself, and has been funded, I ask you to have a look at it for this reason only...
They're at a little over $8000 at the moment.
"Stretch Goal 3: Education is a Right ($10 000)
An alternative title for this stretch goal was “Information wants to be Free”.
If we can reach a total of 10K of pledges, we will send free copies of the Spark RPG to libraries or schools. Anyone who pledges at the LEGEND tier or higher will get a chance to identify a particular school or public library to whom I will donate a copy of the Spark RPG. I will also write up a short teachers guide to help educators use Spark in a classroom environment.
Additionally, I will change the game’s license from Creative Commons Non-Commercial, Non-Derivative, to a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Attribution license (CC BY 3.0). What his means is that everyone will have an open license to change Spark and to sell any derivative works commercially if they would like.
Last but certainly not least, I will devote some additional time and expense to expand the “A Spark in Fate Core” article and release it to the world as a free PDF. This stretch goal will give me the funding necessary to expand on the content, get it professionally edited, and possibly commission a little art to jazz it up. "
Isn't that fantastic?! I feel very strongly about RPGing, I love it, and to be able to spread it out to people who might never otherwise encounter it and give them the tools to develop their own makes me very excited.
So please consider.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/Jagash/the-spark-roleplaying-game
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/Jagash/the-spark-roleplaying-game
They're at a little over $8000 at the moment.
"Stretch Goal 3: Education is a Right ($10 000)
An alternative title for this stretch goal was “Information wants to be Free”.
If we can reach a total of 10K of pledges, we will send free copies of the Spark RPG to libraries or schools. Anyone who pledges at the LEGEND tier or higher will get a chance to identify a particular school or public library to whom I will donate a copy of the Spark RPG. I will also write up a short teachers guide to help educators use Spark in a classroom environment.
Additionally, I will change the game’s license from Creative Commons Non-Commercial, Non-Derivative, to a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Attribution license (CC BY 3.0). What his means is that everyone will have an open license to change Spark and to sell any derivative works commercially if they would like.
Last but certainly not least, I will devote some additional time and expense to expand the “A Spark in Fate Core” article and release it to the world as a free PDF. This stretch goal will give me the funding necessary to expand on the content, get it professionally edited, and possibly commission a little art to jazz it up. "
Isn't that fantastic?! I feel very strongly about RPGing, I love it, and to be able to spread it out to people who might never otherwise encounter it and give them the tools to develop their own makes me very excited.
So please consider.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/Jagash/the-spark-roleplaying-game
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/Jagash/the-spark-roleplaying-game
Sunday, 7 April 2013
One of the photos from the photowalk I am particularly proud of.
One of the photos from the photowalk I am particularly proud of.
Friday, 5 April 2013
I am heading in early to scout gf options at the food hall near the bus terminus.
I am heading in early to scout gf options at the food hall near the bus terminus. Otherwise maybe the adelphi steakhouse in or near the hilton. Rob and I will be in quite early to meet in perth after robknocks off, so maybe folks fend for themselves, not feeling like hanging about waiting for people to turn up and ditthering about what food to get.
Thursday, 4 April 2013
A game of Ticket to Ride: Heart of Africa revealed trains, a plane and an automobile all with close proximity.
A game of Ticket to Ride: Heart of Africa revealed trains, a plane and an automobile all with close proximity. As the sun was setting and coming in through the windows of the centre, the coloured plastic trains lit up like neon against the earth tones of the board, sending long shadows across the playing space.
#WeeklyPhotoProject2013 curated by
Andrew Willard , Iain Harley and Tiina Niskanen
Weekly Photo Project 2013
Week 12: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Catching up, I have been inactive, but never mind.
Catching up, I have been inactive, but never mind. A game of the new edition of Serenissima gave me an opportunity for an interesting depth of field shot as my trireme slowly slogged through the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean, carrying lazy sailors and precious cargoes.
#WeeklyPhotoProject2013 curated by
Andrew Willard , Iain Harley and Tiina Niskanen
Weekly Photo Project 2013
Week 10: Depth of Field
Hi Richard, If you subscribe to this it would be handy for me, and hopefully useful to you, too!
Hi Richard, If you subscribe to this it would be handy for me, and hopefully useful to you, too! It's where I'm putting the synopsis of previous sessions, answering questions and putting non-urgent enquiries. It's certainly cutting down on the number of sms I'm having to send. Thanks!
The room number for Craig and Karen's room at the Hilton for gaming this Friday the 5th April is 214.
The room number for Craig and Karen's room at the Hilton for gaming this Friday the 5th April is 214. I will let you know what time they're expecting us when I know it myself.:-)
Hello folks, Craig and Karen would love to board game with you all, but it would be more convenient for them (what...
Hello folks, Craig and Karen would love to board game with you all, but it would be more convenient for them (what with Karen's wheelchair and all) if we were able to come to them on Friday night. They will be at the Hilton - would you be interested in coming?
Wednesday, 3 April 2013
blush shucks Rob
blush shucks Rob
Originally shared by Rob Masters
Last year one of the Perth gaming and SF Fan community's greats, Michael O'Brien, lost his battle with a brain tumour. He was a fantastic gamer - not because of an overpowering drive to win (although he always did his best), but because of his commitment to making sure everyone enjoyed the game.
He was influential in the founding of the Western Australian Boardgaming Association, and was always ready to teach games to newcomers.
He is greatly missed.
This year, Swancon (the Western Australian State Speculative Fiction Convention) decided to create a memorial award - "The Mikey" - for a player in the Swancon gaming steam who contributes to the enjoyment of play of others, thus embodying his memory.
The award was presented by his wife at the closing ceremony, along with one of the Meeple Vests that the gaming room hosts wore while on duty.
The winner of the inaugural Mikey was Alicia Smith, who very much embodies Mikey's nature in gaming, going out of her way to welcome, teach, and introduce people to gaming. Even if it means teaching over 70 people Tsuro. :)
Originally shared by Rob Masters
Last year one of the Perth gaming and SF Fan community's greats, Michael O'Brien, lost his battle with a brain tumour. He was a fantastic gamer - not because of an overpowering drive to win (although he always did his best), but because of his commitment to making sure everyone enjoyed the game.
He was influential in the founding of the Western Australian Boardgaming Association, and was always ready to teach games to newcomers.
He is greatly missed.
This year, Swancon (the Western Australian State Speculative Fiction Convention) decided to create a memorial award - "The Mikey" - for a player in the Swancon gaming steam who contributes to the enjoyment of play of others, thus embodying his memory.
The award was presented by his wife at the closing ceremony, along with one of the Meeple Vests that the gaming room hosts wore while on duty.
The winner of the inaugural Mikey was Alicia Smith, who very much embodies Mikey's nature in gaming, going out of her way to welcome, teach, and introduce people to gaming. Even if it means teaching over 70 people Tsuro. :)
This is going to be very cool!
This is going to be very cool!
Originally shared by Colby Brown
Everyone is invited to the FREE Perth Photo Walk on April 6th, hosted by myself and Paul Pichugin. The photo walk starts at 3:30pm and will take you from Kings Square to Fremantle where we will all catch the sunset.
Sponsoring the Photo Walk is +Google Australia , Tourism Australia, Wacom AU, F-Stop, +Induro , +SmugMug, Custom SLR, Goal Zero and a large number of local Australian businesses. All in all, we will be giving away over $1500 in prizes including tripods, photo bags and more.
Anyone can join! Bring a friend and or family member and increase your chances of walking away with some free gear.
When: Saterday April 6th at 3:30pm Perth time (GMT +08)
Starting location: Kings Square
Ending location: Fremantle
Walking Route: COMING SOON
What to Bring: DSLR, Point and Shoot, Camera phone...anything to allows you to capture the beauty of these beaches.
Hashtag: Use the hashtag #perth2013 & #SeeAustralia to share images from the event
How do you win?:
- By showing up in person and picking up a raffle ticket, you ensure the chance to win prizes on the spot.
- By sharing photos from the event with the tag #Perth2013 & #SeeAustralia , you enter yourself to win further prizes.
- If you are at home and can't make it out to the event, we will be offering a series of chances for you too to win some cool prizes from our sponsors.
events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8
Originally shared by Colby Brown
Everyone is invited to the FREE Perth Photo Walk on April 6th, hosted by myself and Paul Pichugin. The photo walk starts at 3:30pm and will take you from Kings Square to Fremantle where we will all catch the sunset.
Sponsoring the Photo Walk is +Google Australia , Tourism Australia, Wacom AU, F-Stop, +Induro , +SmugMug, Custom SLR, Goal Zero and a large number of local Australian businesses. All in all, we will be giving away over $1500 in prizes including tripods, photo bags and more.
Anyone can join! Bring a friend and or family member and increase your chances of walking away with some free gear.
When: Saterday April 6th at 3:30pm Perth time (GMT +08)
Starting location: Kings Square
Ending location: Fremantle
Walking Route: COMING SOON
What to Bring: DSLR, Point and Shoot, Camera phone...anything to allows you to capture the beauty of these beaches.
Hashtag: Use the hashtag #perth2013 & #SeeAustralia to share images from the event
How do you win?:
- By showing up in person and picking up a raffle ticket, you ensure the chance to win prizes on the spot.
- By sharing photos from the event with the tag #Perth2013 & #SeeAustralia , you enter yourself to win further prizes.
- If you are at home and can't make it out to the event, we will be offering a series of chances for you too to win some cool prizes from our sponsors.
events/cald6kqjv2mfis44rhvdhmckjc8
Tuesday, 2 April 2013
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