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Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

I played the first turn using the standard combat rules. The “endgame” process is officially in motion….

Pirate infantry move around the top of the Tunnel! 3 units make their way west, and two units go […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

New rule: No repairs can be carried out.
As Turn 78 begins, the Pirates continue to explore the top of the Tunnel.
The Celtic Fury was given an explore action, and a 2L ladder and some supplies have been brought […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

This is a picture-centric report, as I try to take more closeups and my time playing this epic game slowly comes to a close. Again, enjoy it while it lasts haha.

Jade Rebellion vs. the Cursed:

The Nubian […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

The report for the action of December 6th will be split into two or three parts.

The Union Jack is back in the Sea of Allost! The English are here!

After El Fantasma told them the way, the English […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

The Mercenaries have been eliminated! After sinking the Espadon, the Mercs were finished off by the French. Lucky that Nemo was even able to escape and dupe the French, the Mercenaries entered the game too late […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

The action continues

As I play the final part of the game, it is mostly just a giant deathmatch at this point. Too many ships and crew are being lost on a per-turn basis for me to have time to keep track and […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

Setting a new record for pictures in one battle report… (12/12/2017) Setting a new record for pictures in one battle report… Command the Oceans –Continue reading→

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

The Cursed finally play one of their secret weapons!

Necklace of the Sky teleports the Delusion to the Pirate gold island, behind Pirate lines!!

The Seref, Empress, and Lady Newport were sunk […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

THE FINAL REPORT
12/15/2017

Turn 85

The Pirates sink the Beowulf, and the Jade Rebellion has been eliminated!!

The Shui Xian comes under fire from three different Pirate ships:

The Delusion […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

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Ben replied 7 years, 5 months ago

@Chris K: Ahoy! Great to “have you back aboard”. 😉

Spanish Main is a great set, especially for beginners. Awesome to hear you might be able to get your younger siblings into piracy! XD (the puns/etc never end haha)

The Zeus was a mail-in promotional LE that doesn’t come in any type of OE pack (even the oversized megapacks that she could theoretically fit inside). Your best bet might be to watch eBay, but I don’t see any there now. I do see some folks with the ship at Miniature Trading though, so you could reach out to them. I just got mine recently and look forward to using her in a physical game for the first time. (already used her on the VASSAL module)

Also, the Master Spreadsheet has some good information on the distribution of the irregular rarity game pieces. (those that are not C/U/R/SR)

Thanks for commenting!
Ben
Ben replied 7 years, 4 months ago

@James: Thanks for commenting! I like to be honest in my reviews of the various game pieces. Some of the ships aren’t as good for gameplay as others, or they might not look too good on the gaming table. But it makes it funny in my opinion haha!

I have exactly what you describe: Beginner’s Guide to Pirates CSG. Embedded on that page are the Rules tutorials videos that explains how to play.

Have fun,
Ben

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

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Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

This game was played on 11/21/2015.

This was a game with 4 fleets at 100 points each. After being completely astounded throughout, I can honestly say that in my 240+ games of Pirates up to this point (400+ as […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

A7XfanBen’s Entry for Ocean Terrain Contest #3
Ocean Terrain Contest #3

Introduction

Literally my entire goal in the whole process was to $ave Dat Money. (Normally I hate songs with autotune but tha […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

VASSAL Tournament #2

9/30/2016

Welcome to the second VASSAL tournament! The winner of the tournament will be declared the best fleet of all time!!

Just like Tournament #1, each matchup consists of 2 […]

Ben wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

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Ben replied 7 years, 3 months ago

@Dan: Hey Dan, thanks for the kind words! The game is a lot of fun, even when playing with just the Frozen North expansion. I’m super glad the game is still available, and I got a full 36 pack box of FN back in 2014 that netted me a bunch of the set.

Thanks for commenting!
Ben

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