16 October 2015

Set up for the weekends game...

Looking down the table towards the Imperial starting positions

It has been far too long since the Sudan figures and boards have been out upstairs so this weekend will be a milestone.  Both my sons will play the part of our British commanders and this can be a refresher in time for a larger game with some new players to the Sudan from the club scheduled for before Christmas.


Hope the scrub has no surprises!

The scenario should be an interesting one.

The High Command have been tasked with helping local and British Civil authorities to help construct a rail link between Trinikat and the outlying regions.  A line is already in place from Suakin however activities in the west have curtailed progress for a time.

Having sent off three companies of Sudanese Infantry as well as a company of Kents', the engineering officers and surveyors have not been heard of for over two weeks.   To make things more intriguing, the Gunboat Sapphire which was dispatched a week ago has also not been seen or heard from.


Bit more gloss varnish needed for those rivers methinks.

Even though the river runs the length of the table, surprises can still pop out!

 
Suspecting foul play, General Graham has sent off a small column to see what is going on, rescue anyone who may be in distress and most importantly, retrieve that all important surveying equipment.

Stay tuned for updates over the weekend.

15 comments:

  1. Carlo,

    Great table setting. Enjoy the Game.
    Regards
    John

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    1. Thanks John - lots of fun so far. Will post up some shots in teh enxt day or so as teh game continues to progress.

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  2. Great looking table there Carlo and I am sure it will be a great game this weekend. I love the big Sudan games and I will be hosting another in the not to distant future as well. Good to see mate.

    Regards

    Nathan

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  3. This table is simply amazing!

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    1. Cheers Phil. A few small issues with my tiles but nothing to be too concerned about.

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  4. Are the drums beating yet? Don't worry my 15mm project is due a resurgence shortly.
    Graham

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    1. Oh they started very early Graham, much to my pleaseure! Looking forward to seeing your 15mm hordes.

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  5. I see trouble ahead!

    How big is the table 12x6?

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    1. You have the wisdom of Solomon young Mr Docherty!

      Yes mate, 12 x 6.

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  6. It looks like the Nile(?) may not be quite as clear and sparkly as our antipodean river ways Carlo. 8O)

    I look forward to see the table filling up with goodies and baddies ... whoever may fill whichever shoes!

    Salute
    von Peter himself

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    1. Thank you Peter. It has been great fun so far and of course as the umpire I play the part of the loyal, peace loving defenders of the Sudan! Have I convinced you yet??

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  7. Looks Great mate can't wait till we move back to Perth and start gaming properly again am building a old glory Egyptian army up for your rules

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    1. Sounds like a good plan Stan! When are you heading back buddy?

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    2. Should be back in Perth no later than the end of Nov mate

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