Return of the Hut: the Jungle Build Continues
Well, the big plan to undercoat the jungle didn’t happen. It was wet and horrible, or possibly I was just too lazy to go outside when a warm fire and a good book were on hand… Anyway, the day was...
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Jungle: Getting it Right Second Time
A short post today as we embark on the proper Jungle build, applying the lessons we learned with our test run. I have mentioned what I’d do different several times over this series of articles so far, but now I...
Guilty or Not Guilty: The Bush Trial Ends
So, the moment of truth is here. The trial build of our Jungle terrain comes to an end and the jury is about to make its decision. But what of the final parts to our tale? Well, I sprinkled the...
Back in the Bush Again
Okay, back to the jungle project again after a brief interlude on buildings. You may recall that we had our trees in place and our more erect vegetation as well as having the ground covered by sharp sand and then...
Return of the Jungle Hut: A Swift Post
Not much happened yesterday as the Bacchanalian celebrations took centre stage on Lard Island. However, I did get to have a quick dabble with the Jungle hut as the potatoes came to the boil. The issue with any MDF building,...
Hit the Hut: The Jungle Build Goes On
No jungle today. I sprayed it all black yesterday and then slapped on some brown paint. In the afternoon I went to start on the green base coat, but the brown was still wet. No progress possible, so I decided...
The March of the Impressive Bush Continues
So, with the trees on and some standing foliage, it was now time to add some more expansive ground cover. It’s possible to get mats of aquarium plants on eBay which are ideal of low level plant that give good...
All I Want for Christmas is an Impressive Bush
A wise man from Birmingham once said “It’s Christmaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaas!” and once again he’s right, ‘cos its here again. On Lard Island that means two things, a surplus of mince pies and sherry and a Festive build project. This year we...
Lard Magazine Launched
It’s here! Lard Magazine is the must have accoutrement for the discerning wargamer with its eclectic mix of articles, scenarios, interviews, campaigns and a wealth of fresh ideas. This launch edition is positively bulging with substance with the following content...
Pickett’s Charge FAQ Available
From the pen of Dave Brown comes the keenly awaited FAQ for Pickett’s Charge, the great ACW battle rules from our sister company, Reisswitz Press. In true Jefferson Davies style, Dave has spent hours in a his Presidential residence, providing...
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