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by Ratty
Wed May 11, 2016 7:18 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves

Thanks for the reply, Dane. I think I've discovered the problem with my strategy... it's the CURSE OF THE CAMERA! Each time I record the game to write up, a loss is sure to follow. The most recent game played resulted in a dramatic win for the orcs. It was spectacular- the entire main assault of mou...
by Ratty
Fri May 06, 2016 11:38 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

With casualties mounting alarmingly quickly on both sides, Mark launched a do or die charge into the remaining orcs. I was still hopeful this could be thrown back or absorbed and then make them pay as my final reserves were committed to the front lines. DSCF5511.JPG The game at this point was one of...
by Ratty
Fri May 06, 2016 10:58 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

DSCF5458.JPG I sent several orc units forward in probing attacks around the ruins and woodland, as well as pushing the giants and other forces through the woods in the centre of the battlefield. DSCF5477.JPG This prompted Mark to counter attack and the elves moved in force to the woods and ruins of...
by Ratty
Wed May 04, 2016 12:28 am
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

With the removal of the immediate threat of Mark's cavalry, I opted to extend and push my left flank out from the woods and forward again. This proved too much of a temptation for two of Mark's trailing horse archer units and they turned with speed only the elves possess and arrived once more on my ...
by Ratty
Tue Apr 26, 2016 7:02 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

The elves swept forward with cold determination to drive the savage hordes back from Caerfen. The cavalry and eagles moved up on the right flank- the missile cavalry forming a screen to the front. On the left, the infantry marched swiftly in columns to take the old ruins on the ridge above the villa...
by Ratty
Tue Apr 19, 2016 7:42 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

Hi Dane,
Thanks for the comments. The roads I use are nice and flexible to suit the hexon contours and have a fuzzy anti- slip backing. I use 1.5 inch width. I bought them years ago for my Warmaster games and have lasted really well,
Best wishes
by Ratty
Tue Apr 19, 2016 12:45 am
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

Re: Caerfen

The armies each numbered 300 points. The orcs, led by myself: 3 Generals 1 Hero General 6 Horde units, arranged into 4 blocks of 6 stands 3 archers 3 spears 2 ballistae 4 mountain orcs 1 orc flyer 1 giant 4 heavy chariots 2 wolf riders The elves, led by Mark: 4 Generals 4 Spears 5 Archers 4 Heavy Ca...
by Ratty
Mon Apr 18, 2016 11:43 pm
Forum: Battle Reports
Topic: The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves
Replies: 13
Views: 32805

The Battle of Caerfen- Orcs v Elves

THE BATTLE OF CAERFEN. This encounter between the ravening orcs and stalwart elves took place on, what can only be described as, a "busy" battlefield. The village of Caerfen, named after a long gone Elven fort, sits on a busy trade thoroughfare, a well- travelled route for wealthy merchant...
by Ratty
Tue Mar 29, 2016 6:34 pm
Forum: Kallistra's Hex Based Rules
Topic: Siege questions
Replies: 5
Views: 17577

Re: Siege questions

Thanks for the reply. The siege games have been going well. One further area we've had debates over, and played a couple of variations on, is fighting through breaches and gateways. We've experimented with calling them linear obstacles once breached to allow the defenders the advantage of not having...
by Ratty
Thu Mar 03, 2016 11:07 pm
Forum: Kallistra's Hex Based Rules
Topic: Siege questions
Replies: 5
Views: 17577

Re: Siege questions

Thanks for the reply. The game went well but still working through rules, etc. before doing the battle report. Quick clarification needed on Gunpowder weapons and artillery. Gunpowder ignores A1 or A2 armour, as do field artillery pieces. Does this also hold true for A2 protection provided by wooden...