Preparations for Partizan are in the final stages...
Rumours abound in the southern borderlands of 17th Century Muscovy of an Ottoman force on the march toward the village of Akshun.
Already, Tatar raiding parties are being a 'nuisance' and burning local homesteads.
Meanwhile, in the village of Akshun itself, preparations are underway and defences are being prepared. A call has gone out to Muscovite forces under Ivan Rachmanstakovich, and a contingent of Boris Bolshenko's Cossacks are also hastening to the scene.
Above: Ottomans on the move.
Below: Those pesky Tatar 'fire-starters'.
The village of Akshun:
So, it's all set for...
The finishing touches to the Ottoman forces were a second unit of Janissaries, and the Ottoman 'Kazan' vignette:
Cheers...
Should be quite a sight, too far for me to go to but will look forward to seeing photos of the day. The village looks great, hope the pesky Tatars don't burn it down!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Donnie. I hope to be able to take some photos for the blog, so you can at least see what the game looks like from afar! Best regards. Phil
DeleteI too look forward to photos and a write up. Hope it goes well and enjoy!
ReplyDeleteAlan Tradgardland
Thx Alan. Best rgds. Phil
DeleteI'll not be there but wish you well with the event. The photos are terrific.
ReplyDeleteStephen
Thx Stephen. Best regards. Phil
DeleteNice teaser shots there Phil and all being well, I'll see the table in the flesh on Sunday:).
ReplyDeleteIndeed Steve. See you at the show. Best regards. Phil
DeleteLooks fantastic Phil, wish I could make it.
ReplyDeleteWillz.
Come up north a bit Willz... Partizan is worth the long trip. Would be good to see you there one day. Best rgds. phil
DeletePs are you going to the Cotswold gaming day this year.
ReplyDeleteWillz.
Might make it down, as a visiting punter rather than putting a game on. The date is always very close to the October Partizan so not always possible to get two consecutive weekends away at a show! Best rgds. Phil
DeleteLooking great, love the village
ReplyDeleteThx Tidders. The Hovels buildings have stood the test of time I think. Enjoyed painting them. Best rgds. Phil
DeleteExcellent work Phil and will look forward to seeing the game at the show. I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't lift one or more awards!
ReplyDeleteThe backdrop sets off the lovely miniatures and a little Ross inspired flourish!
John
Thx John. Look forward to seeing you at the show. Best rgds. Phil
DeleteLooking good Phil…
ReplyDeleteI will watch out for you…
All the best. Aly
Thx Aly. Will be good to catch up at the show. I did try to leave a comment on your blog last week, but somehow it disappeared! Lol! See you at weekend. Best rgds. Phil
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