Grim DeGrim

Easily done when you have the skills. I'm sure it was an ease task, it is just the knowing of how to do it. Thank you

Sounds like a good topic in another place... anyone want the lead on the thread? lol

It was because he was short, isn't it.... That's why he wasn't selected. He was so po'd, he decided to take it out on the world...

The story (long version) does explain that they likely knew right off that it made no difference as they knew "their smaller vessel could hardly be expected to outrun the larger American vessel". I enjoyed the reference, as there have been threads in these forums discussing the larger (well, longer) ships are faster - contrary to the beliefs of many of us landlubbers.

Thank you folks I had imagined as such, but as is....it was purely that: my imagination, lol. You've helped solidify.

OK...in laymans terms...The American ship was following...so they swung their ship back and forth (aka, flipping broadsides?). They were worried about being raked, so I'm trying to understand how "wearing" achieved this not happening.

That looks awesome. Also looks a bit wide... (600 x 826?) Would be a shame if it is wrong size, as it is an excellent piece of work.

The below is an excerpt...and it is difficult for me to hold back and not post the entire article herein. I'd offer that you have a read, as it is genuinely interesting. LINK. What I would like help understanding, what does it mean to "wear over from one point of sail to another": ".....The Little Belt hoved to and, with guns double-shotted, hoisted her British colours. The crew of the Little Belt became quite busy managing the sails so to wear over from one point of sail to another. She did not want to be raked or to use a land army expression, enfiladed.6 Three times she wore." Grim

I wish I had more historical context to that one. While from Stevenson essay, I actually am reading another book that just references it. A little Internet sleuthing should turn up something...

I think we can find common grounds. France did play a very large role in the independence of the American colonies (huge role in fact). On a side note, anyone know if there has been any mention of mixed nation fleets?

While not the topic we so passionately discussed, I read this... And upon finding it quite humorous, thought you might like it too. (other British enthusiasts may as well) Robert Louis Stevenson and quote from his essay, "The English Admirals"...Stevenson in his splendid essay continued to give examples of the sea-going event which gave rise to the "noble, sound and the very proud history" of the hierarchy of the British navy. "Duncan, lying off the Texel with his own flagship, the Venerable, and only one other vessel, heard that the whole Dutch fleet was putting to sea. He told Captain Hotham to anchor alongside of him in the narrowest part of the channel, and fight his vessel till she sank. "I have taken the depth of the water," added he, "and when the Venerable goes down, my flag will still fly." Enjoy

Maybe off topic, but the irony is Comical. I've been reading some history of Nova Scotia, and there's a piece on the sea faring live. Therein is a qoute that JUST reminded me of our conversation RE: famous people: "... Nelson when into Aboukir with six colours flying; so that even if five were shot away, it should not be imagined he had struck. He too must needs wear his four stars outside this Admiral's frock, to be a butt for sharp-shooters. "In honour I gained them," he said to objectors, adding with sublime illogicality, "in honour I will die with them." That's the game environment I want, where it is my honor, and that in quite purposely a target. Sound vain, but Nelson had it right.

Lol, ty. Will do.

I've reached my qouta for likes today, otherwise the would be one on your post (seriously, there is a forum mechanic that limits likes...)

I had to chuckle. I can't find it, I think it was in the slavery post, but admin had some humor: we won't do slavery... Or whaling. But we might do African diamonds trade. I paraphrase... Funny though b/c blood diamonds are not much better Edit: If you want trading with Africa you can trade ivory or diamonds

I disagree. Same model, different characteristics is fine in my mind. I am doubtful that there will be a lack of variety in terms of ships. A few similar classed vessels will not undo the game. In fact, I think it would add.

Lol. I'll close with this. And leave the decisions to the devs, as I'm not convinced there is anything additional to add to this thread than more noise: Poor: The S.O.B. sunk me three games in a row Poor: Ohhhh, he's on the leader board - I gotta sink him Poor: So THAT's the famous SideStrafe in a cutter - wonder if I can take him in my Bellona! Poor: Any criteria based on "Who" they are rather than "What" they are. Allow for content creation that is beyond ship battling mechanics. The players names add an intangible element: These create content for the individual users. It creates competition. And I'm sorry if some folks are famous, but their sinking just might be the highlight of the day for half of the other team. Those famous folks need to evolve and adjust their game play to continue defining why they're the best out there. Open world mmo - content creation should be king, if not, then very near the top.

Great feedback. I have a wonderful shot of the Bellona, but it is landscape - so I'm limited with that particular frame to fit the box. But I have had similar thoughts on how close in. The plus, though, is that it is unique from the other submissions. . lol, unique good/bad... Just unique. The process is testing - I just got photoshop a few days earlier, so it has been daunting. Managed to put a high pass filter layer and then overlay to bring out sharpens... So much power in the application. So much to learn.

I understand your position. Good or poor is subjective though. Personally, I believe it is a good choice to kill the opposing fleet commander. Cut the head off the snake. Some people might find that despicable. I don't have specific references at this moment, but the tactic had been used throughout history in all forms of warfare. Generally speaking, enemies have intel prior to battle that tells them "who, what, & where".

While somewhat lengthy, I found the second portion of this very interesting, especially the part of what flag the British privateers could fly, and what they were allowed (not allowed) to do with the captured crew: "... Such a license is known as letters of marque, or, more fully, letters of marque and reprisal. A letter of marque would likely issue if the governor was petitioned. The petition would set out the name, tonnage and armament of the vessel, together with the names of her commander and owners. Licensed privateers were required to report to the authorities any enemy movements observed. They had to submit logbooks showing their daily activities. They were not to fly any British flag except the Red Ensign (the Red Jack), the White Ensign being strictly reserved for commissioned British war ships. A captain of a privateer did not have the authority that a captain of a British warship had. For example, a British warship might take prisoners after an engagement, a privateer had to see that the men on the prize were put ashore as directly as might be achieved, often through the use of the smaller boats off the captured prize. Violation of any of the terms imposed on the granting of a letters of marque would mean the forfeiture of bail money which the owners were to put up at the time the license was given to assure good behaviour." Sourcehttp://www.blupete.com/Hist/NovaScotiaBk2/Part5/Ch02.htm

I have often heard the names used as targeting... As in range finding? I find that this is not consistent... Ergo, targeting as in "a means of identifying an enemy target, preferably one of high caliber or known status (specific player) ".

I'm loving the propaganda art. Keep it up. Seems like a great group - the "who's who" of alpha. If only you were fighting for France... Alas, you will need opponents. Happy to oblige

If it were, and I'm running with the idea... Would there be a post penalty against mobility to take it back up? As I assume it requires a crew's focused effort? (huge assumption on my part, no prior knowledge, just going off player comments) I wouldn't want to see this as a common place maneuver... I would recommend a 70% chance of failure with damage to ship. Why? This should be a move of desperation when at high speeds. At low speeds... I dunno quick, someone jump in!

This is great how does it look with some depth or shadow against the sign? I like it.

There is a Shandon referenced during the 7 year war. Likely a different one, as it was a 28 gun vessel: In the meantime, on the 30th, it was determined to get word off to London of the English success at Louisbourg. The 28 gun naval ship, Shannon cleared Louisbourg Harbour on the 30th; aboard was William Amherst, the General's twenty-six year old brother, who, during the campaign was to serve his 41 year old brother as an aide-de-camp. The Shannon reached England on August 18th. http://www.blupete.com/Hist/NovaScotiaBk1/Part7/Ch10.htm