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On BGG, an italian user has done a full conversion of the old "Furor Sanguinis" expansion, for Claustro 1643.
There's everything (rules, scenarios, sheets, tokens, etc., including modern layout)
Except the big lizard mini, of course (but can be easily proxied).
In english, there :
https://boardgamegeek.com/filepage/208431/furor-sanguinis-expansion
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Info from the author of the campaign :
"I am Nesh-Shogta.
User Clavain is doing a translation right now, I will start to make a proper design ASAP.
Hopefully, the english version will be released in mid october.
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When I translate stuff from EN to FR, I first use an online translator, this gives a not-so-stellar result (OK, crappy 🙂), but it's super quick and enough to help me getting started.
I guess that from FR to EN , one can proceed +/- the same way.
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User Nesh-Shogta (on french side of the forum) created a new 15-scenario campaign (yes, 15).
There:
https://the-overlord.com/index.php?/topic/4042-campagne-les-sables-de-la-désolation/
It requires a Barbarian pledge, Kithai, Nordheim & Stygia, plus the Kushite witch-hunters & Crossbowmen (Witch-hunters & Crossbowmen having substitution units).
It features 15 scenarios, 3 new maps, some new tokens & cards, and whatnot (so there's some printing and glueing to do).
As indicated, it's in french, but if someone is willing to give a shot to an english translation...
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1- You put a new Guard tile (from the box) at the end of the river, with 2 guard minis associated. This doesn't require reinforcement points. The 2 new guards arrive on reinforcement entries (flame tokens on bottom & top-left of the board, the top-left can only be used once).
2- Yes. Note that if he kills the priest during interrogation (3 successes on die), he doesn't know if he was the "right" one until he has left the inn.
3- Mmmm. You can have 4 guards tiles maximum. 2 tiles on start of the game,+2 with special event. Each is associated with 2 minis. So I'd say 8 guards minis max, technically. However Conan will kill several of them, so chances that 8 guards minis are present at the same time are close to zero, IMO.
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Thanks for the quick answers !
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Question from the FR forums :
If the Heroes lose Scenario #1 due to turn limit (all heroes alive), do they lose their stuff (in that case, the crown of Xuthal) for the scenario #2 or not ?
I'd say that they lose their stuff, but it's not 200% explicit in scenario #1 (it's more explicit in the subsequent ones).
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After its Everlasting Wet Palette, its brushes for miniatures, and its RRG 360 miniature handle, Redgrass Games has recently introduced a new version of its handle, aptly named RRG 360 V2. According to Redgrass Games, it is "the best ergonomic handle for miniature painting". A Kickstarter campaign is underway for this RRG 360 V2 (until June 4, 2020), it should then be available in stores like the rest of their products.They graciously sent me this handle (thank you!), so I tried my best at testing it.Disclaimer: The following is my point of view and therefore does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the rest of the universe.Disclaimer: Lots of text below. For those in a hurry, go directly to the conclusion.Preamble:I do not own the 1st RRG 360 V1 handle. But I use abundantly and since several years the Rathcore handles (they have 2 models, let us call them Small Rathcore and Large Rathcore. The Large Rathcore is the closest to the RRG handle). I also know the Citadel handle for having used it some times, but I don't own one. And of course, for a very long time I used home-made handles (old paint pots, pieces of wood, anything that fits in the hand, with blue-tac on top of it to hold the mini).There are probably other companies that make handles for miniatures, but I don't know them...Unpacking the thing:The product is delivered in a plastic package, which contains:
- The handle itself (composed of a handle and a cap)
- 1 piece of orange adhesive putty
- 1 metal disc with adhesive bonded underneath.I also received in a separate bag:
- 2 extra caps
- 1 extra piece of orange adhesive putty
The stuff I received.From a perceived quality point of view, it’ within the Redgrass standard: it's clean, strong, it looks well finished. The other elements (putty and disc) are in line with it.The principle of the RRG handle is as follows:
1. Put orange adhesive putty on the cap
2. Stick the mini on
3. Hold the handle and paint...
4. While painting, you can rotate the cap with your thumb or forefinger, which will rotate the mini (obviously).For those who know the V1, the new features of the V2 are:
- Removable cap
- Magnetization of the underside of the handleInstalling the thing:I cut a piece of orange putty, I spread it on the head, and I stick the mini on it. The head is 30mm diameter, it's quite possible to stick bigger bases on it. RRG says up to 50mm. Could be more, anyway I guess there's a size & weight limit beyond which it becomes irrelevant. A big metal dragon or a giant isn't going to do much good. As with any other miniature handle, actually.
With the orange putty on the cap.Using the thing:The grip is good, the handle has an adequate curved shape, quite ergonomic. That's appropriate, since it's an ergonomic handle...While painting, you rotate the cap with your thumb or forefinger to access all the sides of the mini. There is a slight resistance to rotation, it is not mounted on ball bearings otherwise it would be annoying, duh... You might still have to keep a finger on the head when holding the handle horizontally or tilted, otherwise it tends to rotate very slowly because of the weight of the mini (it happened when the mini’s center of gravity is off, like the Batman I’ve painted for this review, it certainly won’t with a more “centered” mini). Anyway, if it does, you get used to it very quickly.
The rotating head saves a bit of time on a entire paintjob, because sliding just one finger is a tiny-wee-bit faster than rotating the whole handle in your hand (as it is the case with competition’s handles). In short, the rotating head is a nice little feature that won't change your life if you already use a handle, but one cannot deny that RRG are the only ones making rotating heads.One note: with 30mm bases or bigger, it is possible to touch the edge of the base and thus to put finger grease on it (so, lower paint adhesion on the edge of the base). So, you have to be a tad careful where you put your fingers. Especially for those who have big hands and/or big fingers. It's not a big deal, but I think it could have been improved with one or two minor modifications of the cap, for example by lengthening the head by 5 or 10mm, or by giving it a conical or flared shape (i.e. not cylindrical). Maybe for the V3?
In hand.The cap is removable (V2 new feature), so if you have several caps, you can paint several minis almost in parallel. The "extra caps" option is therefore interesting for "assembly-line-mode" painters, no need to buy several complete handles.
The handle and the cap removed.It is also possible to use just the cap alone, but then I think it loses its interest compared to a homemade handle...The bottom of the handle is flat, so it stands on the table. If you want more stability, there is a magnet inside the handle (another new feature of the V2), which allows it to adhere to metals (well, ferrous like carbon steel, eh, not stainless steel or aluminium...). Tables being generally made of wood, that's what the metal disc provided is for. It can be sticked on his adhesive side. It is not repositionable, so before sticking it, think a bit about its location (otherwise you're good for un-sticking it and re-stick with double-sided scotch tape).It is possible to make the handle hold horizontally, the magnet is strong enough for that. Personally, it suits me fine, I often have a lot of mess on my table...
Spider-Handle!Once the mini’s painting is finished, I take it off the handle to varnish it. The orange putty seems qualitative to me, it adhered very well during the painting phase, it remains stuck to the head of the handle afterwards, and leaves very few traces under the mini’s base. With regular blue-tac, I almost always have some small traces and pieces that remain stuck under the base. With RRG orange putty, there seems to be a little less.According to RRG, the orange putty is reusable quite a few times. It seems credible, after this test. I must have used between 1/4 and 1/3 of the supplied piece. As a first approach I would say that the piece of orange putty provided should last a year while painting quite often (if you take care not to soak it in sand, dust, or paint). Of course, to have a more precise order of magnitude it would take a much longer test. Anyway, it is always possible to use regular blue-tac, or buy extra orange putty from RRG ‘s online store.Comparison:All handles have advantages, and the disadvantages that usually go with them (you don't get anything for nothing).Rathcore handles are made of wood. The aspect is nice, the contact of the wood is really pleasant under the hand, it is super-qualitative. Rathcore use special cork heads to hold the figs, adapted to the sizes of the bases. It's a very "clean" system but less versatile than adhesive putty. The cork heads can be removed and put back on, but it is not as quick and easy as on the RRG. The Large Rathcore fits very well in the hand (like the RRG) but doesn't stand on its own, it has a wooden stand to put it on (too bad). The Small Rathcore is much more compact and stands on its own. Both Rathcore can be equipped with a metal rod that passes over the mini and allows to turn it in all directions while keeping a great stability. This rod works great with the Small Rathcore, less so with the Large one (simply because of the long handle). You don't often need to flip a mini upside down for a long time, it depends entirely on the mini, but when you need it, it's great. All this means that if you want the whole shebang at Rathcore (all types of cork heads, several handles to be able to paint several figs in parallel, the two handle shapes, etc.), it all adds up pretty quickly!
Rathcore handles.The Citadel handle is made of plastic, and uses an adjustable spring system to clamp the base. No need for adhesive putty or multiple cork heads, it's cool. But this system, like the others, has its limits regarding base size, and can sometimes tend to hurt the edges of the base, or even deform it. The Citadel handle is very compact (more "bulbous" than the RRG), fits well in the hand, and stands on its own. If you want to paint several figs in parallel, you need several handles, no choice. This adds to the bill, there again.No picture of the famous Citadel handle. Google is your friend.Conclusion:Is the RRG 360 V2 "the best ergonomic handle for miniature painting" ?Yes. No. It depends. In fact, every painter will have his preferences. According to his tastes, his use, and his budget. It's like the miniature paints, I would say that there is no bad brand (nor absolute best brand).The RRG probably won't dethrone my usual handles, but I'll certainly use it as a complement. Just like the paints, in fact (the sharp eye will spot 4 different paint brands on the previous pictures, and there are a few more out of scope).It's well designed, well made, and very easy to use. It does better than competitors on some aspects, less well on others. I'd say its main strengths are its superior versatility and a competitive price for those who paint several minis in parallel (even if you buy extra removable caps, the budget remains limited).Roolz, 27 May 2020-
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An Ape, several kegs, and a girl
Official scenario - 5 players - Difficulty 2 - SG.
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A Lion among Panthers
Official scenario - 3 players - Difficulty 2 - SG, King.
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The White Witch
Official scenario - 2 players - Difficulty 1 - SG, King, Giant Wolves.
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The Curse of the Shape-Shifter
Official scenario - 5 players - Difficulty 3 - SG, King.
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IIRC, in the core game, the exertion limits on the villain command board are 3 movement, 4 defense, and 4 reroll (with the adequate cardboard inlays).
For Versus Mode the defense is capped to 3, with a specific inlay. It's most probably the one you're referring to.
Regarding the Robin thing, no idea (I don't own the versus mode so I can't check).
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On 12/27/2019 at 3:12 PM, Ken said:
I know this app isn't getting a lot of acknowledgement here, but this app is fantastic for both designing and playing scenarios. I have already found it very useful (as well as the other site Footballzs mentioned). I love the fan dedication to this game.
I love the idea of adding scenarios to this app. Since you already added the ability for the user to mark which products they have, if you include sort/filter functionality for the scenarios, it would help people a lot.
As a creator of fan-made scenarios, I would love it if you included some fan-made scenarios, but quality control for that might be a significant task. Have you shared this on the Conan Facebook groups?
Also, are you planning on adding anything for the upcoming solo/coop mode?
Since I helped debugging and translating this site/companion, I believe I can partially answer:
- Once the scenario library will be added, the "filter per product" function will certainly be there too. It already works for the boards (i.e. the boards you see are automatically filtered depending on the products you have selected in the "My expansions" menu).
- I might be wrong, but I do not think it is reasonably doable to add each and every fan-made scenario (the official ones might already be a dauting task). But including some of them should not add a tremendous workload. I'm thinking about the fan scenarios of the Compendiums/TO Mags, and the couples of Campaigns like the ones you co-wrote (Whispers from Stygia etc).
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It was not easy to choose.
After some heated debates around half-baked criteria and whatnot, the winner is...
@Tim-Mizzet with his commish Gordon :
Bravo and thanks to all entrants, the level was definitely there.
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OK, I'm a bit late regarding this contest.
But the winner has been selected, after much brain-burning and a couple of drinks.
Result coming very soon !
That being said, hereunder are all the contest entries (no particular order except vaguely alphabetical) :
Benrocky :
Budala :
Carquinyoli :
Djimne :
Goupil :
Helyss :
Herkule82 :
Madcollector :
Madboy One :
Not Quite Dead
Reju :
Renand :
SentMa :
SmallRealities :
Tim-Mizzet :
Xantheas :
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Thanks for the entries!
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Entry duly registered !
Keep them coming, guys & gals !
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In reference to a a famous french TV spot from the 80's. It probably never been aired outside french-speaking countries.
But a few years later, the actor (Marc de Jonge) played the evil russian in Rambo 3.
That being said, I'm running a mini painting contest.
- OK, wot's the prize ?
- An "Everlasting wet palette" from Redgrass Games.
Redgrass Games will graciously provide me the item. Thanks to them! I suppose il will be this one : https://www.redgrassgames.com/everlasting-wet-palette/everlasting-wet-palette-painter/
I could keep it like the fat cheapskate that I am, but since I already bought one a while back, I don't intend to start a collection*.
I'll cover the shipping fees to you, since I'm super nice and it's Christmas soon.
*it would be appreciated that those who already own this palette do not enter the contest, but I can't send spies everywhere, so do as you wish.
- Kay wot do I need to do ?
- Just post a photo of one of your painted minis, under this post. A single miniature, painted by yourself (if it's painted by your spouse or kid it's OK, though). Two photos maximum (front/back). The mini must be from a Monolith game (Conan, Batman, Claustrophobia, Mythic Battles). It can be a mini that you painted previously, or one that you'll paint during the coming month.
- Yup. When does that run ?
- Contest starts : now, 02 december 2019. Contest ends : in one month, 02 january 2020.
- And who gets the stuff eventually ?
- The winner will be designated by a fair jury, composed of several undisputed international experts (i.e. me and my wife, and maybe one of the cats will chime in).
Everybody has a chance to win, be it the seasoned professional or the trowel-painter, since the criteria are not established yet !
To quote a famous french philosopher : "One cannot really bet everything on one's looks. Especially you. So if I can give you any advice, it's : forget you don't have a chance, go for it!"
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Let me check...
Heroes : 1-Nightwing, 2-Batwoman, 3-Gordon
Villains : Mr Freeze, Poison Ivy
Rank&file : Thugs crowbar, Brutes chains, Carnivorous plants, GCPD cops pistol, 1 civilian
That being said, chances are this scenario will be downloadable here, one day or another (just like for Conan).
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Ah OK.
I have no idea if another "big" printed scenario book is in the works (maybe for the next Conan KS?), but that would indeed be interesting for some people (less for me though, I think I own about every printed item ever released).
That being said.
As I type, about 20 extra official one-shot scenarios have been released (in pdf + printed in the hardcover "Book of Set").
Plus the Compendiums #1, #2, and #4 (now Compensiums are called TO Mag) that included fan-made scenarios for Conan. About 30, altogether. All of these have been playtested before being selected for the Compendiums.
Plus there are some fan-made campaigns & booklets (Whispers from Stygia, Tales from the north, etc), not included in any Compendium, which should total about 15 more altogether.
Most (if not all) of these scenarios are downloadable in english here on this very website.
And there are many other ones which I'm not aware of.
So I wouldn't say that there are "not many scenarios", rather the opposite :).
Printing Overlord Campaigns
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I believe that on Printerstudio.com you can print custom photo books US format (8.5x11") with portait orientation. Might be worth checking (and if yes, will probably require some work to convert the pdf to separate images).