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The Elect trial list: MSU Cavalry (with lots of Tzeencthy pics)
The Elect Of Magnus This first pic, like many others was taken by my friend Rory. The other pictures below were taken somewhat hastily, I really need to make a proper lightbox. My life has been...
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I’m Back! Model Photos, TSHFT, plus a rant!
I’m baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack! I apologize for the long delay. Between a job as an admin, a weekly RPG, a fiance and dog, my painting and converting, and a ton of video games and TV, I just didn’t...
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The Elect of Magnus model list / army list brainstorming
I have decided that I really want to win both best overall (category A) and player’s choice for appearance at the next tshft. There is normally a pool of about 20 players, almost all who are veterans...
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Orks vs. Tyranids: Which do you think is the strongest list?
One of my hobbies is playing around with Army builder, trying to min max while keeping my lists full of variety. I like variety because it is usually more fun to play with and against. I still try to...
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Revised Ork list, + 2 TSHFT Ork pics
Hi folks. This is a quick one tonight. I got to try out a slimmed down versionof my Tzeentch wolves (The Elect). I had a blast shooting up some Grey Knights in a 1500 pt game. It was great practice...
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Terrain rules!
Yarrr! My ever growing terrain collection will be coming back to TSHFT. I think standardizing terrain is extra important for a game, hopefully these rules will make things clear, fast, and prevent...
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An extreme Imperial Guard list: Gotta love commissars
This extreme list clocks in at 10 scoring units, depending on how you organize it can be anywhere from 8-14 scoring units. This beast has 144 infantry, most of which are stubborn, LD 9 or 10, with...
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Stay on target… stay on target…. PORKINS NOOOOO!!!!
Hi world, unfortunately I have no new pics ready for ya just yet. I want you guys to know that I have been steadily plugging away at my armies and terrain, and that more deliciousness is on its way. I...
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Chaosgerbil’s TSHFT report, and “Counts As” philosophy rant
What follows are battle reports so thrilling, so action-packed, you will be on the edge of your seat. Only one molecule will separate you from your seat! Later on, the “Counts As” method gets a...
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Moved to http://bloodofkittens.com/chaosgerbil/
Hi, I have officially moved to Blood of Kittens, http://bloodofkittens.com/chaosgerbil/ I just released Codex Lost and the Damned V4, hosted at the new address. Please update all links! Thanks for...
View ArticleOutline of RPG in development: Nykaran Tales
It felt good to vent and clear the air about why my blog went missing for a decade. Losing momentum and enthusiasm can in many cases be the same as the end of a project. I’m in a place in my life...
View ArticlePlayer strategy options for challenges / Monetization
I will mix in some miniatures content at some point, but for now this is my Nykaran Tales project log. In addition to bonuses from equipment and consumables, players will have inner resources to use...
View ArticleMore concepts for Nykaran Tales and the Adventure RPG system
There’s really a lot of material I have developed over the years tinkering with different systems and world-building ideas. I’m continuing a daily project log to sharpen my focus. I like a little more...
View ArticleTinkering with attributes
Many aspects of he game design can proceed on their own tracks. But I would like to have the mechanics worked out before the programming. I want to have something that works as well on the table as in...
View ArticleInfluences on Nykaran Tales and gameplay outline
I’m still refining the elevator pitches to persuade people I have a good product and describe it in familiar terms. Thinking about how to tell someone else about it can sharpen focus and help me...
View ArticleMortals at war with half dead gods
Who says religion has to be boring? I’ve been musing about game design and characters but need to remember what an awesome premise I have. However so much of it needs to be kept secret for now but I...
View ArticleHow to stand out in a crowded marketplace?
Steam search results below. These are searching descriptions or keywords, not titles. 32,301 RPG (oof)10,059 choice9,207 visual novel73,222 indie9,275 early access13,291 management13,404 sim A lot of...
View ArticleGameplay loop concepts and minigames: Nykaran Tales
Although a prototype or demo can be a limited experience, I still want there to be depth and variety in the video game I am designing. Just making a visual novel with stat bars or dice rolls is not...
View ArticleGame design progress and setbacks
With such a wide open field within creative design, limitations can actually help. If you have a set reference point it collapses ambiguity into certainty, which can inform and drive other decisions....
View ArticleNPC behavior, time cycles, and need for new PC
After all that it turns out that my system can’t handle the demands of the Unreal 5 engine. I still plan to use it even though it will take a while to save money for a new rig. I am on a pretty basic...
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