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Book III - Challenge IV: The Turning Point
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe Guilds of Historica Book III Challenge I: A Time to Rebuild Challenge II: Bread and Circuses Challenge III: What Will Tomorrow Bring? Challenge IV: The Turning Point Preludes: What Lies Beneath The Spring of Hope The Winter of Despair Even a Feather Can Tip the Scales Historica On the Edge The rumors have been pouring in from every corner of the land, of undead monsters, secret powers behind the scenes, rebellions against the guild leaders, demons from other realms, lizard people, giant chickens, and Drow invasions, to name a few. There is great unrest in the Guilds. It seems that Historicans find peacetime to be as difficult as war, perhaps because they had such high expectations for it after so many years of war. But work in peacetime is still work. Crops need planting and harvesting, bread needs baking, iron needs pounding. Life goes on, and so do the complaints. Is it Queen Ylspeth's fault? She is of the royal Cedrican bloodline, but is she the strong, unifying leader the Guilds need? Or is she weak, in need of a replacement? Category A: The Crown in Danger It is time. The uncertainty about the Queen must come to an end. Is she the queen or must we look elsewhere for leadership? Pick your side carefully. You must either: build a scene that depicts the end of the rule of Queen Ylspeth; or: build a scene that depicts the solidification of the rule of Queen Ylspeth. The scene could be anything: a decisive battle, a key assassination, banishment of enemies (or Ylspeth), or whatever else your imagination can create. It does not have to feature the queen in it, nor does it have to show the literal moment of the end (or the opposite) of her rule (though it could), but it should be a decisive moment that makes or breaks her reign, like Actium or Hastings. But again, choose carefully! This category will be scored by the judges in the same way as the quarterly freebuilds, taking both quantity and quality into consideration. If the side in favor of the queen has more points, Ylspeth stays in power; if the anti-queen faction wins, she topples. You, the people of Historica, are building the story of the Guilds. Size limit: your parts collection (a.k.a. unlimited base). But remember: bigger is not always better. Quality always wins over quantity in a LEGO build. You can build an entry for both sides if you so choose. However, in doing so, you are increasing the chances that the side you want to lose will win, unless you just don't care. Category B: The Crown in Daily Life While weighty events shape the course of history, most people are about their own ordinary lives. But even the ordinary folks are thinking occasionally about the events transpiring around Cedrica. So, build a scene of ordinary life in Historica, but with a catch: you must use at least one crown element in the build. Any of these will work: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12. The creativity of crown integration will factor into scoring. You can build in any scale (i.e. macro, minifigure, or micro) and use as many crowns, and styles of crowns, as your imagination can conceive. Size limit: 12x12 (or equivalent stud area) with limited overhang. General Rules Scoring: Builds will be scored on build quality, presentation, and photography with bonus points to entries with original concepts or stories. For both Categories, a 1st and 2nd place will be selected. Each Guild can have up to 1 winner per category (so 2 guilds could have 2 winners, there can be 1 winner per guild, etc.) Rules: One entry per side for Cat. A, and only one entry total for Cat. B. Borders can exceed the maximum size restriction, within reason. Maximum sizes can be varied as long as the build does not exceed the footprint of the given size restriction (e.g.: 32x64 instead of 48x48 is permissible). No clone brands (Megablocks, KREO, etc) allowed, but 3rd party fig parts and accessories (Brickarms, Citizen Brick, etc.) are acceptable. All entries should be posted in their own topic, with the title of: "CHALLENGE IV: Category X: Name of your build". Please also post a link to your topic here. Deadline: Entries due the end of the day on Oct. 31st. November 3rd. The deadline was extended so builders can use entries for the CCC if they so wish. Prizes: The build with the highest score in Category A will win set 75946: Hungarian Horntail Triwizard Challenge.* The build with the highest score in Category A, from the opposite faction as the first prize, will win set 70671: Lloyd's Journey.* The highest scoring build from the winning faction will have its story enter the official canon of Historica. *We reserve the right to substitute a LEGO gift card of equal value to the set if shipping costs to your location prove to be financially ruinous.
CHALLENGE IV: Category B: Autumn Garden
Aurore posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaHere is my entry for Book III Challenge IV, Category B "The Crown in Daily Life". It was a bright, sunny autumn day in Horgaard, but Sigrid was worried. The rulers of the nearby villages had gathered to discuss the rumors that kept being relayed and amplified. Bards from the south sang the greatness of Queen Ylspeth, her wisdom, and how pleasant and prosperous life was in Avalonia under her rule. Scalds from the north sang her weakness, her ignorance, and how hard and barren life was in Mitgardia under her rule. Some of Horgaard's neighbours wanted Queen Ylspeth down, while others were ready to take up arms to defend her. The debates had been heated, to say the least. And Sigrid had no idea of what was the right thing to do. The information that reached the tiny, secluded village of Horgaard was so inconsistent and distorted that she felt unable to make an enlightened decision. After an endless, sleepless night, she needed to empty her mind. She had neglected her precious garden lately, and there were many things to do to prepare it for the winter. As with my previous MOCs, the hidden text gives more information about the featured flora.
CHALLENGE IV: Category A: Burning bridges
Etzel posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaFollowing the uprising in Mitgardia under Sir Uldain, Lord of Bleywood, the Northen Guild was is turmoil: To strengthen the popular support of his rebellion, Lord Bleywood sent out a group of men to seek out a shaman in the distant Clan Lands. Shaman Noiddi was considered mad by many, but during his episodes of trance he had vision of both past and future events. Rumors had spread of his vision of the old chieftain Krix the Cruel from many centuries ago that ruled almost all Mitgardian territory. Persuaded by Lord Bleywoods men, Noiddi seeked out the bog where the infamous chieftain had been buried the old-fashioned way in the dark, murky waters. With ancient rituals the shaman raised the bones of Krix the Cruel, and with them the last crown worn by something equal to a Mitgardian king. The antique artifacts were quickly transported the Lord Bleywood and presented to his son and heir, Sir Urdraigh. With the symbolic power of the chieftain of the olden times and the strength of the growing rebel forces, the Mitgardian people were ready to break free from the tyranny of the southern Queen… * * * It was finally time to face the battlefield for Lord Bleywood's rebellion. So far they had succeeded in the political and tactical arena by gathering more and more lords and cities to their side, while at the same time the guild leaders in Valholl had been divided and undecisive in their actions. The support from the people had grown as well, and Lord Bleywood and his allies had increasingly became the true leaders of the lands of the Northern Guild. The threat to their success came now from the outside. Queen Ylspeth would not let a fourth of her kingdom slip away with out a fight. An army of loyal knights, mostly Avalonian nobles, and their levies marched north and set course towards Valholl to join up with the remaining royalist Mitgardians that were still holding out. The Bleywood forces made their stand at a bridge across the Whistling River in the southwest… The battle ended in a great victory for the rebellion. The Avalonian knights were lured out in the woods and picked of one and one, the footmen and archers tried to outflank the Mitgardians but got stuck in the mud, and the bridge was held by the elite troops of Theodore Bruin. The beaten royalists retreated to the south and the claim to the Northern lands by Lord Bleywood was now unquestioned. Sir Urdraigh took some noble prisoner to ransom and gave orders his soldiers: "Burn the bridges! We will have no use of them now that Mitgardia is once again a sovereign land. We want nothing from the southern lands anymore. The border is closed! Queen Ylspeth can try to salvage what little pride she has left, but one thing is certain: she is no longer Queen of Historica, because Historica as a unified kingdom is no more. The other guilds will soon follow us in their quest for independence." More pictures can be found at my Bricksafe account: https://bricksafe.com/pages/Etzel/guilds-of-historica-
Svalg Keep: Mitgardia (Free-Build)
Louis of Nutwood posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaTo the very end of a treacherous dirt road, west of the Bay of Storms, lay a small fortress called Svalg Keep. The fortress was erected by the Old Men, where the winds were heavy, the temperature was low, and no man had reason to pass by. It was intentionally built away from any city or village, for it only kept functioning as a prison. As we advanced through the muddy road, small bits of the fortress appeared magnificently between the trees covered in snow. The dim light of the lanterns that kept Svalg keep alive looked blurred and weak from a distance. Its walls, built into the rock, were partially cracked and covered in snow. The more we approached, the more Svalg Keep looked old and forgotten. When we reached the walls, I jumped aside. - Open the gates! Open the gates! – I shouted. – The wagon has been taken! A grey-haired man with fuzzy whiskers appeared on the wall. He stretched a fiery lantern in front of him so he could better see us. - Who's there? – He asked. His voice was deep and strong. - We've been attacked! They are coming this way! Let us in! For a moment, the man hesitated and gnarled. His lantern went away. The cold was harsh, but I could feel the drops of sweat trickling down my chest. Our horse was unquiet, jumping and crying. Please, please, open the gates. I was hoping to hear something coming from within the keep, but one could only hear the whispering wind and the falling leaves. - Hey! – I yelled again. – We need help! Nothing. I pulled the reins and approached the giant wooden doors of the keep until we were close enough. I punched the door again and again. If they find out that we are disguised... A crackling sound came from the inside. The door opened. We were received by the same bearded man. He was tall, strong, and although he seemed old, age did not appear to have taken his tenancy. Could be the cold or simply the genetics of the Lion clan, I could not say. He stood firmly as a war general and wielded his long-sword as if it didn't weight a thing. - Get inside. How long before the attackers reach us? Got him. - A quarter of an hour, no more than that. But we must check his wounds – I pointed at Hob, helping him off the horse. - There are tools in the armory. Head there and see through his wounds as I gather our men to prepare for battle. The plan was working perfectly. We were let inside the keep and made our way to the armory. We entered a small room, packed with wooden cabinets, clipboards and mainly weapon racks, that made the room seem even smaller than it already was. The stony dark grey walls were cold and the feeling inside was humid, what made the cold even tougher. The room was poorly lit with candles casting shadows on the walls that seemed to twinkle like gold. - We did it! I whispered cheerfully. - Easy, Kid. There is plenty we still need to do. – said Hob calmly and analytical as always. He glanced into the room anticipating the other guard's arrival – We need something to block them in here. Perhaps that cabinet might... His words vanished as he caught sight of three guards entering the room, leaded by the grey-haired general. - Christoff Hobard. – his deep voice echoed through the room. – We were waiting for you. __________ Greetings, fellow builders! This is the first time I'm posting on Eurobricks. Hope you all like it. The story follows a series of MOCs about Louis of Valnötsträd, my character. You can check all the chapters so far on my Flickr page (www.flickr.com/photos/louisnutwood/). This building will count as a Free-Build for Mitgardia, in Guilds of Historica. Let me know what you all think. Hope you like the result. Louis of Valnötsträd
[MOC] Ayra
socalbricks posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaBack in 2017, I built a Centaur MOC and put it on Flickr. Looking back on it, it was pretty basic, so I decided to revamp it and make it part of the "Guilds of Historica" universe. After a lot of trial and error, this is what I wound up with. The character's name is Ayra, and she is from Avalonia. I don't have a light box at the moment, so I decided to get some outdoor shots instead. Hopefully I can get some clearer shots and come up with a backstory in the future. Enjoy! Ayra (4) by socalbricks, on Flickr The figure comes complete with a bendable waist, which I achieved using backwards minifigure legs. Ayra (2) by socalbricks, on Flickr Some more shots... Ayra (3) by socalbricks, on Flickr Ayra (1) by socalbricks, on Flickr
Avalonia Mini-Challenge: Game of Thrones
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaWho sits on the Dragon Throne in the keep of high Albion? Who rules over the greenest and greatest of the Guilds? Who thunders into battle at the fore of the mighty Flight of Dragons? Is it you? For many years now, the Guild of Avalonia has been missing its king. Artorious Rex - long may his legend live on - vanished, leaving the guild without a definite ruler. Regents have maintained order as best as possible, and High Lords have done their best to keep things running smoothly, but the time has come for the Dragon Throne to be occupied once more. AVALONIANS, THIS IS YOUR MOMENT! Your task is to create a 16x16 vignette depicting your claimant to the Dragon Throne. Not only should you show the man or woman you wish to see seated on the throne, but you should make it abundantly clear from the vignette why your claimant belongs on the throne. Is he able to slay countless enemies? Is she richer than the combined kingdoms of the dwarves? Is he the most handsome gentleman anyone has yet seen? Is she a skilled diplomat? Whatever sets your claimant apart, show him or her doing just that. Then this is where the Game of Thrones comes in. EVERY builder who is registered with Avalonia as of Friday February 8th, Anno Domini MMXIX, will automatically be entered into a tournament bracket. You will be competing against other builder's vignettes through several rounds until a winner is crowned King (or Queen) of Avalonia. If your opponent fails to build anything, you win that round by forfeit. Winners will be determined by popular vote of your Avalonian brethren, so make sure that you impress! The final round will require a new build, of 32x32 or less, from each of the two finalists, to make a final push for the Dragon Throne. What are you willing to sacrifice to get there? Details/fine print: - Open to official members of Avalonia only; you must have a sigfig posted to the Avalonian thread by February 8th, 2019 to qualify. No sigfig, no entry! - One 16x16 (or 256-stud equivalent, with proportions no further skewed than 32x8) build per builder will be used for all of the first rounds of the tournament. You won't need to build something new each round, unless you win through to the final round. Minimal overhang is allowed. Borders do not factor into the stud limit. - Official LEGO only - no 3rd party stuff (Brickarms, Brick Warriors, etc.) or clones (Kreo, Megablocks, Lepin, etc.). Also, no custom decals or painting or carving or cutting or gluing or any other altering of official LEGO products. The King or Queen of Avalonia should be able to be depicted by anyone who has the right LEGO parts. Yellow or fleshie faces are permitted. - The initial 16x16 build must be completed and posted in its own topic, with a link in this thread, before March 1st, 2019. If it is still February somewhere in the world, you can still post your build. - While you can try to put your own sigfig on the Dragon Throne, keep in mind that he/she becomes part of the public domain at that point. Your own personal story line will be essentially finished by doing so. It is the recommendation of the administration (HQ) that you create a brand new character for the contest, or else elevate a minor character from your story line, but not your own sigfig. - Regardless of the outcome of the tournament, Henjin_Quilones and ZCerberus will still be the in-real-life leaders of Avalonia. The winning character will be the leader for in-game story purposes only. - Builds entered into this contest count as freebuilds for scoring purposes. - While you are limited to 256 studs for the tournament itself, no one is saying you can't build more and bigger scenes to depict his/her exploits as regular freebuilds and add to the legend that way. Officially only the vignette counts, but it's not like we can make people forget or ignore other cool builds... - Voting in the tournament will begin on March 1st. If first-round byes are needed in the bracket due to the numbers, they will be granted to those with the longest time in Avalonia first, and so on down the line. If you joined in Book I, chances are you will get a 1st round bye; if you just joined this week, you won't. But everyone still needs to get their builds done before March. Only Avalonians will vote for their ruler - those from the other guilds can do their own lobbying for their preferred candidates, but they cannot vote. Any sign of Varlyrian tampering with the election, via targeted ads or skewed search algorithms, will be...expected. - We should have a King or Queen of Avalonia by April. - The winner will not receive anything except prestige, glory, and honor, and maybe a fancy title like "Kingmaker"; but no bricks are on the line here. [Credit for the throne design goes to @Derfel Cadarn who built it in Book I]
The Sunken Tavern
Rogue Angel posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe Sunken Tavern Sheltered off the coast of Tradesmeet, Halfway between Varlyrio and Avalonia, sits the Sunken Tavern. The Tavern is a favorite destination for many a sailor, captain or pirate. The Tavern provides a safe haven for all. The Tavern does not fall within the jurisdiction of Tradesmeet despite it's proximity, and this make's it especially alluring for those seeking to arrange illicit deals and contracts. While some assume the Tavern is under the control of the Scarlet Marauders, the owner is actually a Kolgari who has run the tavern for as long as anyone can remember. Despite it's illicit reputation, the Tavern is understood to be a safe location to travel to and from unmolested. Some say that the Scarlet Marauders have an arrangement with the Kolgari owner, while others say the Kolgari is a powerful magician with many wards and protections in place. It is even whispered by some that the Kolgari has a Kraken at her beck and call, if such a thing even exists. Regardless, the result is that visitors need not worry about Pirates, Maruaders or Customs agents. A Scarlet Maruader vessel is docked. This is a common sight at the Tavern, and many who wish to make contact with the Marauders will attempt to do so here. The Sunken Tavern has many visitors, and those from foreign ports are not uncommon. Currently an Avalonian ship is docked and the guards appear to be on alert, whether out of caution of fear of recognition, it is hard to tell. A Varlyrian Fisherman is bringing in a fresh load to sell to the larger vessels, and to the Taverns patrons as well. The tavern is well built and has weathered many a squall. It is open in calm or storm. The tavern is on the first floor, and can get quite rowdy, depending on the crowd. The Kolgari owner is Taleth Asari, and she is always accompanied by other Kolgari, said to be her bodyguards or sisters, depending on who you ask. There are two rooms for rent on the 2nd floor of the tavern, with access to the balcony on the third floor, and from there the great room. An Avalonian merchant nobleman has been staying in the great room for a couple of weeks, and is about to depart in the vessel awaiting outside. The balcony is quite popular during dry weather for drinking, socializing and negotiations. A heated discussion is currently going on between a Varlyrian lady and Malco Amancio, the notorious nephew of Supano Amancio, a forceful "negotiator" who is also called 'kneecap' by some behind his back. Malco is always suspicious and hot-headed, and has a particular dislike for his cousin Aldacio, who he thinks is trying to seduce his current consort. Aldacio was born and raised in Avalonia, and his relatives see him as soft and weak, and are embarrassed by his soft Avalonian tendencies. As always, the docks are busy, and populated by all sorts of characters from all over Historica. High rez and more pics on Flickr. Edit: Added exploded view to hidden area
Avalonia Book II Builds
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaAvalonia Book II Builds As we are about to begin Book III, I took the time to compile a fairly exhaustive list of the builds, from challenges and freebuilds, of every member who called the Guild of Avalonia home during Book II. If I missed something, let me know and I will add it. Challenges: Chapter I Cat. A Heroes are Made - MikeyB The Fire Inside - Penkid11 Grimm on Hemresa - narbilu Ambush in the Cerean Pass - HammerBro33 A Good Day to Die! - Carson Haupt A bad Nocty! - Simon_S Tharadum the Sword Rainer - Robinson Bringing Justice - Kerntechniker Tactical Error - Captain Settle Cat. B Reclaiming the Fort - Penkid11 Mountain Pass - narbilu The Cerean Outpost - HammerBro33 Armathian Stronghold - mpoh98 The tower at Blood Lake - de Gothia Into the Flames - C.J.Cutrone9 Walls and Bones - Kerntechniker Minotaur Castle - Jason Cicchini Cat. C Village of Sorrow - Penkid11 Stand against the waves - Niku Mount Crow of the Snow elves - narbilu The Genius Malignus - Simon_S If you don't want to align... - Wedge09 Words and Wisdom - Kerntechniker On the border with Nocturnus - Balthazar Chapter II Cat. A Betrayal - mpoh98 Losing the Dwarven Tunnels - narbilu Quarantine - Niku Every Man Has a Price - Wedge09 Thirty Seven Days - -Carson Haupt- The Drow Attack - krono111 Chasing the Drow - odidoma Old Friends - Hammerhand Cat. B The Cunning of the Drow - Simon_S The Reunion - de Gothia Dark Wings - -Carson Haupt- New Fortifications - Hammerhand Archers Arriving - krono111 A Black Day - Bregir Capturing the Drow - odidoma Roadblock - narbilu Cat. C The Battle for the Enchanted Forest - narbilu The Journey to Hembrygga - narbilu The Betrayal - odidoma Chapter III Cat. A Paying Respect - mpoh98 Into the Rock - -Carson Haupt- The walls have ears,bu - Brick Man Studios Dal Xoth - vitreolum Dwarven Statues - MiloNelsiano A Boast of Victories to Come - Bregir A Chimney Sweeper - de Gothia Loose Tongues - Hammerhand Talking at the Inn - Wedge09 Spies in Low Places - Jakorin Swiftsword Cat. B Sneaky Little Dwarfses - vitreolum Unobserved Infiltration - mpoh98 Plot for Peace - Jakorin Swiftsword Ancient Halls - Hammerhand Drow Diplomacy - Disco86 In the halls of the Elves - Bregir Misleading Directions - LordDan Cat. B - Petric_G Cat. C Surprise, Surprise - Petric_G Journey to the Mystic Isles - Jakorin Swiftsword Simple Satisfaction - Jakorin Swiftsword Council with the Wise - Jakorin Swiftsword Dwarven Workshop - vitreolum Siege of Ceòbanach Dùn - vitreolum On Avalonian Shores - Hammerhand Chapter IV Cat. A A Dwarf's Life - LordDan Hiding in the Fields - Brick Man Studios Zelpunra's Tower - Hahli 141 Cat. B A World Torn Apart - Hahli 141 de Gothia in the Kaliphlin Civil War - de Gothia How Nar Bilu became lord of the Wingless Serpents - narbilu Trouble in Kaliphlin - Jakorin Swiftsword Cat. C [CG: O16 U vs DK] Ancient Power Called Forth - Rogue Angel [WZ7: E8, High Council] - Shrine of Al-Shirii - MiloNelsiano [G:J13, DK vs U] Assassination - LordDan Fortifying the Pasture[ CG: F13, DK vs U - LordDan Taking out the Patrol Boat[WZ2:G12,Desert King] - LordDan Vicious Brawl [WZ4:H9, Desert King] - LordDan Surprise! [WZ1:E7, Desert King - LordDan Recruiting Allies[G:C7 DK vs U - LordDan [WZ3:G15, Desert King] Fighting in the Mountains - LordDan [G:G5 DK v HC] My Heroes - LordDan [CG, D10, DK vs U]Successful Resurrection - LordDan Now Who's Hanging Around?[CG:C3, Dk v HC] - LordDan Council of the Fire Mages[G:A4, DK v HC] - LordDan Oasis Occupation[ WZ5:I10,Desert king] - LordDan [WZ6: B7, Desert King] Through the Walls - LordDan [GA:L2, Dk vs. HK] Freedom for Esterbroke - LordDan [CG: F14, DK v U] Dwarven Alchemy - LordDan [WZ11:C4, DK] Duel beneath the Blood Oak - LordDan [CG: F10, DK v U] - LordDan [WZ13:F12, Desert King] Cleaning Up the Mess - LordDan [WZ9:G7, Desert King]Painting the Road - LordDan [CG:I14, DK vs U] Tricking the Ulandians - LordDan [WZ12:H12, Desert King] Taking the Boardwalk - LordDan [WZ15:E12,Desert King] Inside Agent - LordDan [WZ7:E8, Desert King] Return of the Crocs! - LordDan [G: K3, DK v HC] Supplying Esterbroke - LordDan [G:L1,DK vs HC] Supplies for Esterbroke - LordDan [WZ14,Desert King] Hail the Desert King! - LordDan [WZ16:C17,DK] Pointy Furniture is a Bad Idea - LordDan [WZ17, Desert King] Xersia in flames - LordDan [WZ19, DK] Don't Step in the Circle - LordDan [G, A4, DK vs HC] A Fiery Beacon - LordDan [WZ18,E2,DK] - LordDan [G,O18,DK v U] No One Escapes the Desert King - LordDan [CG:G15, DK vs U] A Deadly Predicament - LordDan Ambush in the Arkbri Valley [WZ1: E7, High Council] - Bregir "Procuring" support [G:J15, HC vs U] - Bregir CHARGE! [WZ2:G12, High Council] - Bregir [CG:A14 HC vs DK] A Price Too High - Bregir [G:C9 HC vs DK] The Price of Worship - Bregir [WZ4; H9; High Council] The show must go on! - Bregir [WZ3; High Council] Welcome to the Jungle - Bregir [CG:E2, HC vs DK] Eastgate defenses - Bregir [WZ8: L11, High Council] A leading light - Bregir [WZ11:C4, High Council] Before the Old Gods... - Bregir [WZ7:E8, High Council] Battle at the Merchant's Arcade - Bregir [WZ13:F12, High Council] Not just another "Ship of the Desert" - Bregir [WZ9, G7 - High Council] A shield against the tide - Bregir [CG: K12, HC v. U] Bless you! - Bregir [WZ12, H12: High Council] Protecting the food supplies. - Bregir [CG:K3,HC vs DK] Loyalty or treason? - Bregir [WZ15:E12; High Council] Another day, another battle - Bregir [G:A15, HC vs DK] You will not stand alone... - Bregir [WZ19:C4, HC] Springing the trap - Bregir [G:A12, HC vs DK] Rising against opression - Bregir [WZ18, E2, HC] You shall not pass! - Bregir Taking prisoners in Arkbri WZ1:E7, High Council - de Gothia [WZ10:HC] The battle of Petraea - de Gothia [WZ6:B7, Ulandus] Defending Northwall - Robin Creations [WZ4: H9 Ulandus] A Cruel Game - Robin Creations [CG: K19 U v. DK] Waking the Town - Robin Creations [CG:H9, U vs. DK] Securing the Herd - Bacon Potatoes A Failed Insurgency [WZ3:G15, Ulandus] - Bacon Potatoes [WZ4:H9, Ulandus] Battle on the Mountain - Bacon Potatoes [G:E2, DK vs HC] Chariot to Eastgate - Disco86 [G:A14, DK vs HC] Escape to Everlast - Disco86 Razcal bin Azad [WZ4:H9, Desert King] - Disco86 Aqueduct Occupation [WZ2:G12, Desert King] - Disco86 Arkbri Ambush [WZ1:E7, Desert King] - Disco86 [WZ3:G15, High Council] Dueling - Graham Gidman [WZ4:H9, High Council] "Die Orc Scum" - Graham Gidman [WZ1:E7, High Council] Attacking from Behind - Graham Gidman [WZ8: L11, Ulandus] - Floating Defence - narbilu [WZ6, Urlandus] - Pre-Occupied - narbilu [WZ5, Urlandus] The Burrow - narbilu [WZ3:G15, Ulandus] Scout Surprise - narbilu [WZ4:H9 - Ulandus] Magic Tornado - narbilu [WZ4; H9; Desert King]-Kill him ! - Brick Man Studios [G: L15 ; DK v. U ] - Preparing for fight - Brick Man Studios [G: B4, DK vs. HC] The attack of the Fort - Brick Man Studios [G:D5, DK vs. HC] Elimination of the border's guards. - Brick Man Studios [G:C5, DK vs. U] Trapped ... - Brick Man Studios [CG:A15, DK vs HC]Finally you will stand alone... - Brick Man Studios [CG: C13, DK vs. HC] Dug up - Brick Man Studios [WZ14: F14, DK] A Disordered Street - Brick Man Studios [WZ12: H12, DK] The Surprise Attack - Brick Man Studios [WZ1: E7 High Council] Arkbri Assault - Jakorin Swiftsword [WZ2: G12, High Council] Aqueduct Aquired - Jakorin Swiftsword [WZ4: H9, High Council] Shizim D'Ali - Jakorin Swiftsword [CG: E2, HC vs DK] Eastgate Blockade - Jakorin Swiftsword [WZ19:C4] Arcannon's Betrayal - Jakorin Swiftsword [WZ15: E12, HC] Amrakect Bloodbath - Jakorin Swiftsword [CG: HC vs. DK] Silence is Golden - Jakorin Swiftsword [WZ7:E8 Desert King] The Baths of Queenscross - Hammerhand [WZ9:G7 Desert King] Bloody Lane Stand-off - Hammerhand [WZ5:I10, Desert King] Sand Worm Encounter - Hammerhand Killing Two Birds With One Stone [WZ3:G15, Desert King] - Hammerhand [G:H13, DK vs. U] It's A Mirage… I hope - Hammerhand Up From The Ashes [WZ4:H9, Desert King] - Hammerhand Cat. D Parade of Barqa - de Gothia Chapter V Cat. A The Eagle at the Great Wall of Hesperia - Henjin_Quilones Evening Falls Like a Vulture's Wing - Henjin_Quilones Catching an Alliance Courier - MiloNelsiano A Shadow in the Night - LordDan Riders of Historica - Spire - Caught - de Gothia On the Lamb - Grover Through the Avalonian Countryside - Brandon Stark The Decoy - kahir88 A Poor Choice of Mount - Isundir A Courier in the Air - Faladrin War Already Started - narbilu Riders of Historica - Spire - kahir88 Alliance Courier - MiloNelsiano Riders of Historica - Entry - Alliance Side - Windusky Cat. B The Armored Bears of Hesperia - Henjin_Quilones The Hand of Corruption Catapult Wheel - Henjin_Quilones Siege Machine for the Spire - MiloNelsiano Preparing to Besiege - The Maestro The Siege Golem - kahir88 Statue of Doom - narbilu Cat. C Historica United (special extended edition) - Henjin_Quilones and Titus V Historica United - Henjin_Quilones The Beggar-King - TitusV The Fate of Historica (Resistance) - kahir88 The Fate of Historica (Spire) - kahir88 The Battle for Historica - MiloNelsiano Raavage's Secret Weakness - Faladrin Safe Haven Cat. A The City of Bandari - Henjin_Quilones The Ruins of Lythell - The Maestro Orien - The Lost Island of Yureishima - narbilu Castle Rose - Faladrin Coghallow - kahir88 Airalonde - Niku Ardholen Athrad - Niku Mesozoic - de Gothia Cat. B The People of the Isle of Roses - Faladrin Residents of the Isle of Steam - kahir88 Citizens of the City of Bandari in the Land of Mwamba - Henjin_Quilones Cat. C The Spirit of Eryos - KevinyWu The Bouncing Frog - Faladrin The Nagra Luca - Henjin_Quilones Sea Wolf - kahir88 Freebuilds: (in alphabetical order by builder) Asad Avalonian Farmstead Orders Farrveil Fortress Bacon Potatoes In the Royal Study The Geography of Ambalar A Meeting at the Mines The Port of Mirameth Brandon Stark Task 1, 2, 3: Dragonstone [Brandon Stark: Part 1, Chapter 1] [Brandon Stark: Part 1, Chapter 2] [Brandon Stark: Part 1, Chapter 3] [Brandon Stark: Part 1, Chapter 4] [Brandon Stark: Part 1, Chapter 5] [Brandon Stark: Part 2, Chapter 1] Ambushing the Spire [Brandon Stark: Part 2, Chapter 2] War and Peace Bregir [GNAR] The Swiftsure (Ship of the Isles) HSS Craftsmen: The Kaliphlinite Market Drakeshome Manor Assuming Power Tavern and Ale Trader Lakeside lumberjacks The Trifork, task 3 Diaries of Beorthan 1: Assuming power Diaries of Beorthan II: Departure Bregir's CMF GoH series The Trifork River Port Ramparts of New Town The Crown Inn The Mill of the Trifork Great South Gate Defending the Councilors [Minichallenge, High Council] The Twins Messages from home A Heroes Return Husbandry: The Orangerie Husbandry: Shepherd's Hut Aestwäld Saga part 5 Aestwäld Saga part 7 Aestwäld Saga part 8 Aestwäld Saga part 10 The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: The Great Northern Ankylos Piazza Municipiale - The Trifork, Avalonia Brick Man Studios Defending the Storytellers A New Friend A Strange Inn The ravaged camp Into the sewers A Farmer Family La Valetta's West Gate CableFoxley First Landing: The Journey of the Grey Round Road The Twisted Tree The Quarry Ambush Camp Camp Lefox Ballista Tower Candia Asulf Presentation Freebuild Brothel Captain Settle Collecting the Pieces- The Enchanted Pumpkin. The Story of Ravious Bose: Part 1 Mountain Watchtower Paranoia Avalonian Watchtower Avalonian War Room -Carson Haupt- Mount Up! The Lesser Rustwing [GNAR] Gylden Abiron Figbarf Ogre Mount Albion: Stables Journey through the Plains Farming Task II and III Dusty Border Wall Avalonian Postcards (some of them at least!) Elven Valley Ch II - Prolouge - Black Crusade Drowned Town A visit to Carn A Marriage for the History Books Countryside Shrine Cesbrick Watchtower of Gragoloon Task 4 - Grey Beard Wizard's Cottage The Etheldreed Windmill The Healer's House The wedgwood house The Old Watermill Green Lake Tower Ruins BlueWater Castle de Gothia de Gothias CMF GoH series The Road to Albion Benoic House and Countryside Avalonian Task I, II, III. The county of Benoic The Quay of Sionnach de Gothia in Barqa Attack on the Hand Avalonian Harbour Trade between Barqa and Benoic Ch II - Prolouge - Rumours in Sionnach The planning of a city The Blacksmith in Sionnach Albion and Elijah leave Avalonia The Forester in Sionnach HSS Gates of Sionnach HSS The Town Hall of Sionnach HSS Street of Sionnach HSS Mining in Benoic HSS The Butcher of Sionnach The jeweler in Sionnach Sionnach Castle The Woodcutter in Sionnach The harbour in Sionnach de Gothia and Elijah HSS Military Barracks of Sionnach Leaving for Mitgardia A journey to Mitgardia Market Day in Sionnach Lena is Taken Derfel Cadarn The Very Short Tale Of The Nocturnian Spy Morholt Keep - Dark Isle Saga Chapter 2, Part 1 Dark Isle Saga: Rising Of The Damned Part 1 Dark Isle Saga Path Of Darkness Part 1: Caer Caradoc Dark Isle Saga Path Of Darkness Part 2: Hexvale Cottage Dark Isle Saga Rise Of The Damned Part 3: Loholt Manor All Hallows Keep dzidek1983 Western Tower Blacksmith Gargoyle Inn en_zoo Laesonar 1 Laesonar 2 Laesonar 3 Laelarielian Hunting Lodge Laesonar 4 Carpenter's house Laesonar 5 - Healing Wounds Laesonar 6 - Laelariel (Part 1) Faladrin The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: The Last Outpost The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: Mom is Really Angry! The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: Snow in the Enchanted Forest?! The Restauration of Falahuas (Ch1) The Restauration of Falahuas (Ch2) The Restauration of Falahuas ch3 The Restauration of Falahuas Ch4 The Restauration of Falahuas ch5 Frumpy Humble Beginnings Relaxing on the Farm Leaving Home Oakheart Village and Castle Full Plate The Tranquil Meadow Old Bagshaw's Residence The Poacher Making Camp Solitary Council Escaping Home Waylaid Archery Practice Honour the Fallen Avalonian Countryside Gilbert Despathens Raising the Defences The Mirror Avalonian Second Task: Departing for Albion Graham Gidman Walking through Reyelan Avalonian Tower Silver Chicken Inn Checking In Trying to Catch the Big One Traveling Down the Mountain Avalonian Cottage An Unfortunate Ambush Out for a Stroll Grover The Cedar Serpent Early Spring in Prenmôr Halhi 141 Mystic Isle Strange Nightmares Gremlon's Treehouse The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: A Last Blossom of Hope The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: A Village Transformed HammerBro33 Vanhorn, Avalonia (Third Task) The Woodland Guard The Council of Vanhorn Collecting the Pieces - Finding the Tiger Fang Swift Justice Avalonia Postcard The People of Vanguard Crossing Lake Talon Arrival at Vanguard Celebrating New Leadership Ch II - Prologue - Dark Times - The Council Chambers Character Bios [GNAR] The Nendril Hammerhand [GNAR] - The Sea Bull (WIP) Cottage in the Woods Ferinwald's Army (Avalonia) Ch II - Prologue - Rumor's Beginnings Ch II - Prologue - Drow Tunnels Mount Up! Mountain Wyvern Hammerhand's CMF Series Defend the Walls Gates of Dinas Brynmor Patrolling the Border Pass Hellboy Huntersman Inn Henjin Quilones Nocturnus Minichallenge I: Crossing the Sayn Gwinos River Nocturnus Minichallenge II: At the Shrine of Kanohau Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIA: The Spiderwitch Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIB: The Pies of the Spiderwitch Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIC: The Proposal of the Spiderwitch The Chronicles of Hesperia, Vol. 1, Ch. 1: The Fireball The Chronicles of Hesperia, Vol. 1, Ch. 2: The Crash Site The Chronicles of Hesperia, Vol. 1, Ch. 3: The Return of the Druids The South Gate of Lleidr Castle The Chronicles of Hesperia Vol,1, Ch. 4: The Banishment of Galaria The Chronicles of Hesperia Vol. 1, Ch. 5: Stopping at Tire Keep Kijani the Earth Dragon Isundir Edelwald Troops Finally Arrived The Mad Dog Jakorin Swiftsword Mount Up! The Targubol Task One: Celebration of Trade Task Two: Mission in Kaliphlin Stagdren Castle The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: Dangerous Ground Guardside Castle A Walk Down the Street Jason Cicchini - Darwynia, A History kahir88 Task I and Task III Trade - Amber Cider Nocturnus Minichallenge I - Howling in the Mountains Nocturnus Minichallenge II - The Den Mother Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIa - Igronow the Black...Baker Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIb - Igronow's Kitchen Nocturnus Minichallenge IIIc - Igronow's Offer Prologue for Category C Not the Healthiest Profession Scavenging Lesson One: Distraction Poaching Dangers of Smuggling Scarlet's Scarlet Brothel Kerntechniker Farming close to the black smith shop HSS Aq Burrium Aqua HSS Religious Burrium Aqua HSS Craftsmen Burrium Aqua HSS REQ-Military Burrium Aqua HSS REQ - Laborer HSS REQ-Hospitality - Lodging Burrium Aqua Keter Alaverians (GOH Avalonia) Southern Spire Leaving Home Dark Rider, Dungeon of Alaveria KevinyWu Eryos Castle Prince Kevin the Navigator and the "Compass" Journey to Eryos Eryosmith Band Old Statue Fortress of St. Jocosa Krono111 rescue Avalonia Task III LegoEomer The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: Greenwood Castle Medieval Highway Avon Saga 1: Planning a City Avon Saga 2: Building a City Avon Saga 3: Restoring Order Streets of Rivendell Avon Saga 4: Forging Alliances Avon Saga 5: Founding of the Oakwood Order Avon Saga 6: Inspecting the Farms Gate of Rivendell Marching to War Avon Saga 7: The End Characters Going Home To Nocturnus, to War Home in a Foreign Land Planning for War legoloco Legoloco Collectible Series Leki [Avalonia Task 1&3] Welcome to Meldrim LordDan Plain Raid Loading the Wagon Mage's Adventure Mount Up! Frost Wolf Ancient Tower A Sinister Meeting Araluen Quarry Lord Dan's Collectible Series Araluen Guard Chilly Weather Into Nocturnus ATTACK![Minichallenge,Desert King] Training Hall Practice Range Entrance of Bonesville Frozen Solid Eyes in the Forest Preparing for Trouble Visiting Allies Boneville town square Life in Araluen Algus Hunting The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: Frost Wolf Hunt Stopping the Cold Traveling to Sultan's Gate The Demon Lord A Strange Creature Nocturnus Minichallenge II - The Shaman's Hut Luckypat Furthest West in Avalonia The Library of Occidens Planning Room Mephistopheles Woodward River Harbour The Huntsman Inn, Woodward and more Avalonian Hamlet: Sylvania Sylvania: Wood Carver's House Smith for Sylvania MikeyB - County of Circardia, Avalonia Task I, II, and III MiloNelsiano Oros Soldiers Entourage Valley View Hall Blacksmith in Oros MiloNelsiano's CMF Series Osric Farwind Chapter 1 Osric Farwind Chapter 2 Osric Farwind Chapter 3 Osric Farwind Chapter 4 Osric Farwind Chapter 5 Osric Farwind Chapter 6 Osric Farwind Chapter 7 Osric Farwind Chapter 8 Osric Farwind Chapter 9 Osric Farwind Chapter 10 Osric Farwind Chapter 11 Osric Farwind Chapter 12 Bread Production in Oros Osric Farwind Chapter 13 Osric Farwind Chapter 14 Osric Farwind Chapter 15 Osric Farwind Chapter 16 Osric Farwind Chapter 17 Great Oak Goods The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: Hadrian's Pass The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: Ice Spiders The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: Fire Shrub Brandon the Buildmaster Avalonian Farm Avalonian Marketplace mlongworth Avalonia Tasks 1, 2, 3 Infantry Barracks - Avalonia Task 4 Helenia Stone Quarry - Avalonia Task 4 Helenia Cavalry Stable - Avalonia Task 4 Helenia Helenia Seamstress Task 4 Dwalin's Blacksmith - Helenia Task 4 Pig Farm - Helenia Task 4 Mr Greeble Path to Redemption mpoh98 Avalonian Troops: Men of Marrock Letholdus Cottage Midnight Glow Ch II - Prologue - Listening In... Ch II - Prologue - New Leadership The Lone Shepherd The Great Tower of Albion narbilu Hemresa Eastern Tower Which elves should feature my next story Avalonia - 2nd Task - the Nobles of Hemresa Avalonia - 3rd Task - Hemresa GoH Book II – Nar'Bilu 2.2 – Passage into Hemresa Albion – Hemresa Legion Recruitment Office Avalonia –Hemresa agriculture Ch II - Prologue - Dark times - Uprising Challenge II - Prologue - The Band of Robin' Rascal Ch II - The road to civil war - new leadership - arrivals HSS: Bow's Arch Fishery HSS: the town of Bow's Arch HSS: Bow's Arch Storage HSS: Bow's Arch Foresters HSS: Bow's Arch Quarry WoTB - Hemresa Tower [ siege weapon] WoTB - Hemresa Ballista [field piece] Hembrugga The End of an Era The End of an Era (Part II) Norra Island - Avalonia Task 1,2,3 post Civil War Bran's Tale [you decide his fate] Bran's Tale - chapter 1 [you decide his fate] The army of the Wingless Serpents Narbilu is Back/Andromeda Crossover The Return of an Avalonian Lord Lord Nar Bilu's Army Partial Control of Hemresa Nocturnus Minichallenge I - Nar Bilu and the Giants of Rock Leaving the Wall Is This the End of This Era? Niku Agleon Erigeon The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: A Spark of Winter The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: The Xocomil odidoma One of Many Outposts of Huata Walk of Shame Penkid11 Choosing a Guild: It's your decision Stalkhead Beach Dawn of Ages: Chapter 2, Part 2 The Legend of the Reaper Dawn of Ages: Chapter 2, Part 3 The Ridge Petric G Hun Warriors Wild Horse Herd Feast with Friends The Kobot Abbey Huns at "work" Pellania's Healing Mixture The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: Lupo Tower Pyf The Gloomy Isles- Avalonia Task 1, 2 and 3 Avalonia Task 4: Watchtower in Gloomville Ridge Montante Journey from Home Robin Creations "Robin Creations'" GoH Collectible Minifigure Series The Stress of Leadership Rogue Angel Elves of Historica Port Adelphus Rogue Angel's Collectible Series Rolli The Undead Ice Dragon Siercon & Coral Faerie Dragon Brookside Abbey Gladensong Simon_S The Legend Begins The Little Vagabond Tavern The Discovery of Nalderic A Warm Welcome Belynia Castle HSS: Belynia GoH Collectible Minifigs Forechester Castle The Taste of Freedom The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: How to solve the Algus Problem HSS Belynia: Blacksmith HSS Belynia: The Eye Collector Mount Up! Big Battle Bambi HSS: World Cup Historica Sir Gillian Wilton Castle A little walk Chapter 1 - The blood red Dragon Chapter 2 - Dragon´s Shadow Somewhere in the great forests of Avalonia.. Slobey The Harpy The Maestro Avalonian watchtower The retaking of Eolas: Preparations The retaking of Eolas: The last straw Brofendurs Kitchen Nocty minichallange II: Druids sacrifice Nocty minichallange I: Kelras treachery The Retaking of Eolas: Construction of an army The retaking of Eolas: A Heroes farewell Ol' Colby's Cottage Fimbulvatr keep Aimsithe the arms master Avalonian siege tower When times where simple The Retaking of Eolas: A hollow Victory The Retaking of Eolas: A chilly welcome Hobb the Herbalist A morning stroll A statue forgotten The Headsman's Hovel Witches Shack Oswald the Ordinary Druids Perch Watchtower of Eolas Tire Gatehouse Lleidr Citadel Waldred the War Master Watchtower at Fahrin Falls Braving Nocturnus The Battle of Maerwyn Creek Fin the Farmer Oasis Retreat TheRedViper "Keep it Secret" Orc Ambush Avalonia Task 4: Fishery Avalonia Task 4 Winery The Hedge Knight A Long Journey Avalonian Blacksmith The War Council The Lord's Chambers Taming of the Beast Part 1 Taming of the Beast Part 2 TitusV Alric of the House Drondil The Postal Service of the House Drondil The Treaty of Relan's Creek The Great Hall of Dronskeep A betrothal... ...And a marriage Watch over the Avalonian Hills Drondil's Horses Husbandry: The Vineyard Aestwald Saga Part 1 The Aestwäld Saga (2) The Aestwäld Saga (3a) The Aestwäld Saga (3b) The Aestwäld Saga (4) The Aestwäld Saga (6) Aestwäld Saga Part 9 Drondil - Docks Drondil - The Rivergate Aestwäld Saga Part 11 The Frozen Beyond, Cat. A: If You Can't Go Trough The Frozen Beyond, Cat. B: Since When Are Spiders Human? The Frozen Beyond, Cat. C: The Iceglider The Aestwäld Saga 12 The Aestwäld Saga (13) Shadowmere Siege You don't ambush an ally! Mitgardian Love The treaty of Sudheim Keep Good Old Days A Difficult Choice "Safe" Falahuas Manor Thorshaven - Avalonian Quarter [Conversations I] News from the East [Conversations II] News from the West [Conversations III] Nothing new(s) The Saint Isolde Drondil's Southern Gate Ambushing the Spire Tire Courtyard Tire Village Avonhem Manor - Home Sweet Home Vistrick Big City's Sewers Vitreolum The Spanking Troll Tavern Fight in the Arena Making Camp Mount Up! Giant Wolf At the Blacksmith's Shop Ambush! Golem Hunt Pigmalion A Shady Deal Ettin Myconid Drow Wizard Guarded Inn To Kill A King Dracolich Wedge09 Avalonian Task I, II, III - Erilea [L&DiK] C2: XIX The Tower A ruined aqueduct Collecting the pieces - Alexander Vandagant's search Eddy the farmer's field Steve the Dwarf's forge A foreshortening of Avalonia A ruined bridge in the swamp A rock quarry in Erilea Tracking the Drow's forces Albion's Hash House The Graybridge bottleneck Eddy the farmer's barn Hidden Graden's Church Herbalist's Shop Husbandry: Hidden Garden's Bakery Fishing Galenas Fortress Mining in the Mountains Cableways Windusky Advar's Office The Libraries of Albion The Road to Mitgardia The Forests Beyond Vanhorn The Tomb of Dar Askelohn Advar's Office (Remake) Beyond Vanhorn The Chambers of the Nightlord Rest in the Tavern The Aegis Council Voraal Leaves Avalonia The Burnt Roads The Kelra Vampire Slayer Dubbed Captain Zach Mills Assassin Guild Safehouse ZlatanXVIGustaf The Western Wall of Lleidr Unintentional Exploring Old Mage's Tower Harvesttime Others affiliated with Avalonia, but who had no known freebuilds (bold and underlined indicates participation in challenges): Balthazar Blacktiger13 C.J.Cutrone9 Columbus 019 Dagashy Darlph Monsoon Disco 86 DustyBricks Grinsebar Hinckley IxyPixy Jaset J K.Kreations Nevyneke RagnarDeerslayer Robinson Timura William Harkenshire
Book II - Kaliphlin: Guild sign-up and Discussion
SkaForHire posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaWelcome to Kaliphlin If you would like to join Kaliphlin, we are open to all members of all backgrounds. Just create a sig-fig and back-story, post here to sign up, and then get on to the building! Section One: Guilds of Historica Background The bard's song tells a tale of a world long forgotten, Race against race, clan against clan, shields clashed with swords; long ago when Men of the Lion fought Men of the Falcon, and human armies succumbed to Orcs and undead. Each group clashed with its neighbor for power, unleashing upon the world a great scourge, and the arcane land was thrown into chaos. When it all seemed but lost, a council of wise men and sages was summoned. From all the lands they came to convene in the old world's great city; the fortress of Cedrica. To settle the grievance and end a millennium of bloodshed, the sages declined all the treaties of old and joined all the clans into one mighty Kingdom; Historica. They founded the Four Great Regions- each one a realm in itself; - Mitgardia in the North, Nocturnus in the East, Kaliphlin in the South and Avalonia in the West, so that trade routes would spring up and clans would meet in the markets and not in the theatre of war. The wise men chose a family of great honor, to uphold the truce and to keep the four guilds from dispute. All is not as it once was. The Black Mage, Victor Revolword, unleashed a new scourge on Historica, taking Cedrica as his own. Though a united Histrocia defeated Revolword's elemental monsters, the King of Cedrica is missing and the Guilds of Historica have been thrown into chaos. With the wise King's absence, each guild believes it would be best suited to rule all of Historica, internal struggles have brought each realm to the brink of civil war! This is where the next chapter begins. The battle to take Cedrica from the Black Mage has ended, but the battle for your own guild has begun! Section Two: Guild Background and Theme Kaliphlin Guild - rulers of the Siccus Badlands in the southern region of Historica The Landscape: Siccus Badlands. kaliphlin by nice.marmot, on Flickr The Siccus Badlands is predominately a desert wasteland in the southern realm of Historica. Feed by lakes and rivers of the Avalonia, the Akrbi river runs through its lands and is the primary source of fresh water to the parched south. For the affluent, the preferred water source is the glacial waters shipped from the Mitgardia's snow caps. To the east are the trailing end of the Rakath Mountain Range. The mountain fortress of Qarkyr stands in the mountains acting as a sentinel over the inhabitants of the Darklands. The mountains are small compared to the lofty heights of the Rakath mountains. Under the shadow of the Rakath mountain lies the smaller Mystic mountain where various bands of Mountain Mummies will sojourn near the local villages during the oppressive scorching months. In the far west lies the meager forests and farmlands of the South. These pitiful farms do not provide much food, but the vastness of the farmland provides enough space to grow food for the sparsely populated Siccus Badlands. The port city of Barqa stands as the major trading hub in the western part of the Siccus. Here supplies from the north are shipped in and in return the Black Oil is shipped out. The supplies travel along the Oil Road - always heavily guarded to protect from bandits. Oasis's litter the Siccus desert with the largest one being Petraea, the ancient Capital fortress which is the home of the Kaliphlin. Though lacking in most other resources, it is one of the few producers of Black Oil in the entire Historica- generating wealth beyond belief for its inhabitants. Those within its inner city live in virtual paradise relative to those behind the outer clay-brick fortifications. The bulk of Petraea's citizens are made up of ex-criminals, freed slaves, fortune seekers and people looking to restart their lives in anonymity. While most outside the south presume that the Petraea is a lawless savage city- it is in fact the most lawful cities in all of Historica. The prosperous Black Oil provides plentiful jobs and money for all those who give an honest days work. Those that choose dishonesty, the vast standing Army of the Kaliphlin Guild hands out harsh punishments to ensure there are no repeat offenders. To the East, in the harshest area is home to the the Mountain Mummy tribes who are known to sporting bandage coverings from head to foot, they utilize their garb to ensure that none of their precious moisture is lost to the blistering, arid surroundings. No one is quite sure which race the mummies belong to, as none have ever been seen without their bandages, however, it is rumored that the mummies came to being when warlocks from the eastern darklands corrupted the burial chambers of the nobility during Quakyr's days as an early settlement. While the mummies pay no allegiance but to their chieftains, whom they revere as deities, they have sometimes been known to band together against invading forces from the Eastern Darklands. But the law and order of Petraea does not extend far outside the Capital and the two major cities. The remaining Oasis are savage places where those that are bent on lawless- thrive. They survive on raiding merchants traveling between between the three major cities in a constant and escalating battle with Kaliphlin army. Other regional cities have cropped up, and have from time to time maintained peace beyond their borders; however, few lords are powerful enough to keep the peace by themselves. This is one of the reasons that the Council of High Lords was established. A tour of some of Kaliphlin's most visited locations. Organized by Kai NRG Or visit our University to learn more about the culture of Kaliphlin. Inspirational pictures: The Inhabitants The Siccus Wasteland is a scattered band of peoples - All races are represented - though the human population is less than the other three realms. In the cities it is not uncommon to see the nobles be of all races and creeds. Keeping with the survival instincts of the harsh climate, there is no set armour or weapons for the the Kaliphlin Army or its people - when they march into the field of battle they will use whatever the individual chooses to best suit them. Though while guarding inside the City, full dress armour is adored - to ensure that the world knows of the wealth that is hidden within this desolate realm. Outside the three major cities, the harsh south has lead many to abandon Siccus and wander north to more hospitable realms, this leaves only the most ruthless and hardened bands to wander the wastelands. While they are not typically aligned, they have known to form allegiances to oppose greater foes. Section Three: Recent Guild History The Victor Revolword war was devastating for many of the communities within Kaliphlin. Two of the major battles happened within its borders, and many other cities and towns were turned to ruins by the elemental forces. Still, the people of Kaliphlin stayed strong. Over the last two years they have built more fortresses, connected more cities with roads and trade posts, and have expanded trading empires outside the borders of Kaliphlin. The prices for oil have skyrocketed, as unnaturally cold winters have plagued the north and west along with the interruption of the economies of the other guilds from the war. Tourism has boomed since the war ended, as the nobles and those with coin in their pocket have taken to spending their holiday in Kaliphlin's dry and inviting climate -- especially at Lost Vega. Rumors abound that a Desert King has risen from the sands and looks to take Kaliphlin as his own, but for now, Kaliphinites are content trying to return to normalcy. In February of this year, the "Great Disturbance" shocked Kaliphlin. Eruptions of its venerable volcanoes, a large earthquake lasting what seemed to be hours, and a tsunami has left much of Kaliphlin in ruins... who will be there to rebuild the most glorious and rich guild of them all? Section Four: Guild Members For in-character purposes, the current leader of the Kaliphlin Guild is Dextrus Flagg. Originally a slave - this dwarf revolutionized the production of Black Oil making him the most powerful Merchant, and thus the earning and buying the respect necessary to become the leader of all of the Siccus Badlands. (Courtesy of SI-MOCs) Core Leader: For administrative purposes, SkaForHire is the guild leader and the representative for Kaliphlin to the Guilds of Historica core leadership group. Although Kaliphlin has a guild leader, its economic, diplomatic, and military affairs are run by the Council of High Lords. More about these venerated leaders can be found here (organized by DaMaximus). Active Member Roll-call: (Alphabetical by category) High Lords of Kaliphlin (Over a year with Kaliphlin) Abū Alī al-Ḥusayn ibn Abd Allāh ibn Sīnā (Christoph) Ageven Deraim (Kai NRG) Amelia Phantomhive (Erynlasgalen) DaMaximus (DaMaximus) Erudhalion Sansael (Gabe) Gex Marmota (NiceMarmot) Gideon (Gideon) Kalin Hardiel (Waterbrick Down) Masa of Kaliphlin (Masa of Kaliphlin) Petera MacLean (Skaforhire) Rasputin Jones (Robuko) Saladus Al Juhtiv (Kayne) Sdair Zuuree (Gedren_y) Heroes of Kaliphlin (Those with under a year with two or more challenges participated in) Heinsen (TheUtilityBelt32) Kashifa bint Mu'adh (Thomas of Tortuga) Q'Adris (Qiadris) New Guard (Those with less than two challenges under their belt, or less than one year in GOH) Aymeri of Kaliphlin (LittleJohn) Sir Horatius Urga of Kaliphlin (Scaevola) Drake Kantor (Lord Butters) Lord Drakon (LegoDrake) Nahoj (J.V.D.) Siedna Ruadh (Sarahjoy) Vem Tabook (Behemoth) ???? (BrickCurve) Retired / inactive Djun Hazdjuk (Nightstalker) Sir James (runmymouth) Section Five: Current Guild Challenges: Desert King's Challenge! Open projects for all GOH members: The University of Petraea's Doctorate of Historica Program University Tracking Thread Projects that are finished: The Great Mitgardian / Kaliphlin Naval Arms Race Sultan's Gate Community Build The War of the Brothers LDD Weapons of War Contest Link 2 Raising the Dead Part I Collecting the Pieces Raising the Dead Part II Retracing our steps Raising the Dead Part III Family Heirloom Life and Death in Kaliphlin Oil Drive to Save Mitgardia (Winner: Gideon) Bandages for Avalonia! (Winner: Robuko) Guild sign-up: If Kaliphlin sounds like the home for you, create a character and post your character in this thread! A few helpful links: Guilds of Historica New Member Guide The Historica City Guide The GoH Wiki(not a Eurobricks link) Finally, a link to the Book I Kaliphlin Guild thread. 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["A Safe Haven" Challenge, Cat. A] The City of Bandari
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe City of Bandari An entry into "A Safe Haven", the Fifth Anniversary Challenge, Category A Also Chapter 7 of the Chronicles of Hesperia The druid Henjin Quilones, Galaria the former princess, and Hamisha the returning exile stepped out of the rowboat and began making their way up the dock and onto the shore. They had to duck around several sharks hanging by their tails on the beach, strung up by the fisherman who lived in the house by the dock. Before them spread the City of Bandari, the jewel of Mwamba. Hamisha, who was leading the way, paused to take it all in, tears beginning to form in the corners of her eyes. She recognized so many faces that she had not seen in hundreds of years, not since the council of this city had voted to send her away. They had seen the Bahari, the master fisherman at work hauling in his nets as they tied up at the dock. Ahead of them was Chuma, smithing away at something at his forge. Winda, the elf scout, was standing up on a balcony overlooking the market, but her attention was fixed on something happening around the corner of the massive building on the hill. "That is the dragon hatchery," Hamisha told the others. "The dragons come here and lay their eggs, and then the elves take the best care of them until they hatch. They are very watchful and observant, too. Inside that building are sand pits kept at the precisely correct temperatures to maintain optimal egg health. The gnomes of this city tend to some sort of subterranean network of pipes that bring hot steam under the sand; there is always vapor of some kind coming out of the holes behind the hatchery." "But up on the side of the building," continued Hamisha, "You can see a sight that is quite rare; an adult male dragon meeting his hatchling for the first time! That is Nyeusimoto, and he is the dragon companion of Lord Mkuu, one of the elf princes of the land." "Watch your step in the market here. The sellers can be very pushy; or at least, the humans of three hundred years ago were. I doubt much has changed in the intervening time." "And whatever you do, do not mess with the aelfcats or the dragon knights, or step in the way of a centaur!" "It is good to be home." More pictures: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ....................................................................................................................................................................... C&C welcome! This one was light on story, heavy on build. For those curious about the figures seen throughout the build, my category B CMF series will shed some light on most of them, besides the aelfcats, who are new. This is by far my largest build, being about 100x100 studs, making it four times the size of my previous record, and I have been working on it since July or August. It was hard getting good shots of it, and I really only had one chance at pictures, as it took an hour or more to move it from my LEGO table to my outdoor photo site and re-build the sections, and then moving it back again resulted in stuff breaking. Fitting all that into the kids' nap time is not easy. Ah well. Someday it is my dream to have a designated photography studio in my house, or at least nice gear (besides just a camera), but that will have to wait until I win the lottery. For now it will be good to take this apart and have bricks to build other things finally.
The Ruins of Lythell
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe day had started off as any other. The water was calm and the sky clear. Once out to their fishing grounds Leif called out to Isdir to drop the anchor and grab the nets. As the day dragged on storm clouds began to brew to the south. Luck, hopefully would be on their side and the storm would head towards the mainland. However only a few hours later, they were battling with the storm. Their small vessel being thrown around like a child's toy. Waves toward and crashed above them as they struggled to stay alive, almost as if they were caught in between a battle of gods. After a long rough night the water finally began to flatten, and they found themselves no longer being able to see the coast. Praying the gods were on their side now, Leif set sail for wherever fate would take him. He had heard the tales of the origins of the Elves. But that was all they had ever been. Tales. However that all changed when a towering arch rose from the horizon, A magnificent structure large enough to fit their boat through. A prancing horse with a rider top the somehow remain atop of the crumbling arch. behind it more structures rose from the seas depths, weathered but years of of harsh winds and high waves but still astounding in size and beauty. He heard Isdir mumble about the lost cities of the Elves, and I did not doubt him. Finally Leif gathered his wits and yelled to Isdir, we will camp on the rooftop over their, and then we shall sail south, just as the Elves claimed to have done. If they had truly found the Elves homeland, then who else knew what lay beyond? (bonus shot) Entry to Category B: A safe Haven. You can probably see I am no writer but I did not want this build to go with out a proper story. I built this back in October, and kept it to see if it would fit into the CCC. It didn't so I have just got round to post it on here now. I have lots of other builds ready to post on the guilds as well so watch out for them. The arch was difficult to make at first, but came together quick enough. the boat was also quite a challenge as it is my first. Hopefully you guys think it came out ok. The base was inspired by Jaapxaap and Legofin and I think it worked well here. Hope you enjoy and C&C needed
[Safe Haven Cat. A 32x32] Stranded Giant Katapujan sea snail
Exetrius posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaIf you were to set sail from the southern coast of Kaliphlin and head to the east, like Sirius and his companions did, you would eventually reach the kingdom of Katapuja. The archipelago of Katapuja is part of a much greater ring-shaped collection of island groups, which has a diameter equivalent to the Nocturnian peninsula. The foundation of this ring is a massive, ancient coral reef, tens of miles broad. The reef is the outline of an almost immeasurably deep bowl in the oceanic plane: the Void Sea. Over the course of time, its inscalable depths allowed creatures to reach otherworldly proportions. Sometimes, for reasons yet unknown, giant sea snails attempt to leave the Void Sea by crossing the Ringlands, but few ever succeeded. Most of them end up on the beach, dead rotten. "Wow! This one would make a great new home!" Hi guys! I believe it is still Saturday 3rd of February in the most eastern oceanic parts of the world, so hopefully my entry is still valid! It was a blast, participating in all categories!
["A Safe Haven" Challenge: Cat. C] The Nagra Luca
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe Nagra Luca An entry into "A Safe Haven", the Fifth Anniversary Challenge, Category C Henjin Quilones, Knight of the Druidi Order of Historica, exile from Hesperia, and his constant companion, Galaria, formerly Princess of Hesperia, now an exile like Henjin, were discussing their journey on the poop deck of the Nagra Luca. The swift ship was making good time as it sailed ever westward, veering only the slightest bit south. It had been some time since they had left the Isle of Tíre, fully stocked with provisions for a journey that could possibly take months. And it had, several months longer than anticipated, in fact; they had been aboard this vessel, now terribly small and cramped, for far too long. The food supply was now rather short, nearly as short as the tempers of the crew as they spent their time walking the same planks and pulling the same ropes each and every day, seeing the same eighteen people day and night. The wolves in the hold below were particularly restless, and one at a time they were brought up to pace on the deck when the weather was fair, just to stretch their legs a bit. Skoll, Henjin's white wolf, had even leaped overboard once and swum with some dolphins for a spell before they could lower the rowboat and fish out the sodden beast from the briny waves. The whole hold had smelled of wet fur for a week afterwards. "We must be getting close, Henjin," said Galaria with a sigh. "We are, I can feel it," replied Henjin. "Sir Kravek's charts were clearly mistaken about some of the nautical distances, as this journey has gone on long enough, but those rocky fingers we passed sticking out of the sea yesterday at noon are supposed to be only a day's sail from shore to this new place. And besides, Hamisha has been saying for a few days that the smell in the air is that of her home, so we must be close." "My lord Henjin, Lady Galaria, the smell is stronger than ever, too!" shouted Hamisha from where she was looking over the maps and charts. "I apologize for interrupting!" "Apology accepted!" Galaria shouted back and shook her head. "She has always been a strange one," she said in a low voice, "not like the rest of my wolfriders. These Mwamban elves must be an odd lot if they are all like her. She is reliable, though." "What are we going to do once we get to Mwamba, though, Galaria? We are a crew of exiles, castaways now from your home, refugees far, far away from my own, with little in the way of a trade or skill to earn our silver and gold. I have some magic, I suppose, and you can hunt, and we are all good with swords, but unless there is some sort of conflict going on that particular skill is not very useful. What are we to do?" "We will figure it out in good time, Henjin," the elf said, resting her head on his shoulder. "We are together, and that is what is important to me. Besides, I was a princess, and I am still an elf, and elves are always welcoming to other elves, with the exception of my father. And we have Hamisha." "Who is now twice exiled, and still will not tell us what she did to be kicked out of Mwamba in the first place, I must point out." "You worry too much, my handsome druid." "Land ho!" came the shout from the lookout up in the rigging. "I see land!" Allicea shouted again. Soon others were climbing the rigging and crowding the gunwales of the fo'c'sle trying to see the shimmering blur on the horizon denoting land. "I see it too!" shouted Celdrian triumphantly. Soon the Nagra Luca was making her way into a harbor, with a large city overlooking the water. Small fishing boats were dotting the waves, and the shouts of people from the shore reached their ears. Henjin, Galaria, and Hamisha were lowered in the rowboat to the water and made their way to one of the docks. Some more pictures: ________________________________________________________________________________ ................................................................................................................................................................ C&C welcome! This was my first attempt as an AFOL at making a ship (besides, of course, the official ship sets that I have acquired over the past few years), and I am rather pleased with the outcome. I went entirely brickbuilt instead of using any of the large hull pieces that I have, since I wanted to try my hand at it and liked the look of it better. The ship is inspired by the lateen-rigged vessels of the past, particularly the caravel of Portugal and the dhow of India/Arabia, as well as a Ninjago ship built by @Garmadon, with some elvish flair of my own.
[Safe Haven Cat. C] The Exetrius Saga (18): Setting sail
Exetrius posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaExetrius Saga Previous chapters: Episode 18: Setting sail Sirius Centario and his companions had been searching throughout Kaliphlin for artifacts of water magic, which they eventually found in a wizard tomb in the Southern Desertlands. Having attained their goal, they were on their way back to Zotharith. Sirius insisted on travelling eastwards along the coastline , instead going north east, straight across Kaliphlin. The idea was simple: sightseeing, with a chance of boarding a trade vessel headed to Nocturnus. No luck thus far, although Stenran didn't mind. The white beaches, crescent bays and slanting cliffs were plenty interesting to explore on foot. They had stopped for a rest in a quiet bay. Sirius went for a swim, Stenran went ahead to see what was behind the next turn in the shoreline. He turned around the corner, but immediately froze at the sight. Another small bay, with dozens of gigantic turtles on the beach... In addition, there were a total of four vessels in the bay: a big one with two hulls and three similar, smaller ones. Young, muscular men - he could see at least five of them - were on the lookout, not on high alert but with unknown intentions nonetheless. Silently go back and inform the others... And then a recklessly enthousiastic Sirius came racing around the corner, propelling himself with water jets from his hands. Oh boy... In the end it all worked out, somehow, miraculously. Though they couldn't understand balls of what the 'turtle guardians' were saying, it was clear that they believed a benevolent sea god had come to visit them, which resulted in one big feast. There was dance and music, laughter and fire, meat and booze. Next day, Stenran found himself on one of the small rafts, embarking on an unexpected adventure... Helmsman "Eja, erm.. Stenran! Katapuja e." Stenran "Kata..puja.. eh?" Helmsman "Katapuja e!" Stenran "Whatever..." To be continued.... Hello guild mates! I present to you my Cat. C entry to the Safe Haven contest. Hopefully those who do not follow my saga don't mind the text wall intro, it's just convenient for me to combine personal storylines with challenge builds! Anyway, this was a great exercise in building a raft and a water surface, two things I had not attempted before. Thoughts and comments are much welcomed, of course!
[Safe Haven Cat. B] The Katapujans
Exetrius posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe Katapujans Background If you were to set sail from the southern coast of Kaliphlin and head to the east, like Sirius and his companions did, you would eventually reach the kingdom of Katapuja. The archipelago of Katapuja is part of a much greater ring-shaped collection of island groups, which has a diameter equivalent to the Nocturnian peninsula. The foundation of this ring is a massive, ancient coral reef, tens of miles broad. The reef is the outline of an almost immeasurably deep bowl in the oceanic plane: the Void Sea. Over the course of time, its inscalable depths allowed creatures to reach otherworldly proportions. "Nothing can conquer this sea. One can merely settle at the edge of this whirlpool of teeth, hoping for as much as a tear to roll ashore." - King Tepuku 1. King Tepuku of Katapuja The beloved king of Katapuja, known for his conservative, pacifist attitude, his worrisome expression, but most of all: his patience and wisdom. He used to be a reckless rookie, a brave warrior of the sea, but the waves of time have polished his sharp edges. Nowadays, he is completely devoting himself to guiding his people. 2. Queen Kaja of Katapuja The queen is one of the handful of literate persons in Katapuja. She maintains correspondence with adjacent nations and keeps a log of important historic events. In secret, she likes immersing herself in magic books, although she never actually attempted casting a spell. Maybe that's for the better... 3. Puteha of Katapuja The king and queen's only son. To his fathers joy, Puteha's interests have taken a turn towards percussion and martial arts dancing. Though young, he has already become a nationwide symbol of vitality, celebration and leadership. 4. Royal Soldier Brave, strong and loyal. They are there to protect the islands from intruders and sea monsters, as well as escort anyone entering open water. 5. Shaman Ketatapapu Ketatapapu is Katapuja's medicine man as well as it's spiritual leader. He exercises both occupations with equal enthusiasm, rooting out both individual and societal diseases. 6. Fisherman The most common profession among men. In groups, they drive out small fish from the deeper cracks in the reef and then scoop them up with their nets. 7. Hunter Hunters go after the bigger prey, at the edges of the reef. They are taking more risks, but the reward of their efforts is a much tastier meal. 8. Lady Tanaja In a land that mostly consists of coral, sea shells and sand, mangroves and palm trees, textiles are a valuable good. Tanaja's mastery over cloth, thread and needles has earned her the noble title of "Lady", only adding to here excellent reputation. 9. Scavenger Scavenging is a common practice for woman and children, but it's also a family activity. Who knows what might have washed ashore! 10. Captain Serbrahad Al Ibrazar Serbrahad, or Puke Tahu as they call him here, is perhaps the most remarkable figure of Katapuja. Born in Kaliphlin, brought to Katapuja when he was still a little boy and raised by Shaman Ketatapapu. He is cunning, calculating and stubborn. With his ambitions and rash actions he has often opposed the King up-front. And yet, King Tepuku can't help but feel sympathy for this rebellious anti-hero, so reminiscent of his former self. 11. Lady Akoja It is claimed that every four generations, a woman among men is born. Akoja got her noble title upon joining the Royal Guard, the first woman to do so since the reign of the King's predecessor. She quit the Royal Guard once she met Puke Tahu, and became the first member of his crew. Together they are the very definition of the perfect duo. 12. Lost Ronin Some say a ferocious battle with a sea monster left him blind and mute. What truly matters is that he is indisputably Katapuja's strongest swordsmen. The queen suspects his ultraperception is the result of magic. 13. King Nerezar of Pukata Noja Nerezar is king of the flourishing trade nation Pukata Noja, south of Katapuja. He is an excellent diplomatic, always on friendly terms with his neighbours and the first person to remediate impending conflicts. 14. Northern Cartographer He is in the process of mapping all the Ring Nations for an unknown contractor. He isn't quite there yet... 15. Stenran Feglir Scout of a special operations squadron of the Zotharian miltary, currently accompanying Sirius Centario on his journey, which has carried him to Katapuja. 16. Sirius Centario Eldest son of Onicius Centario, the ruler of Zotharith. His charisma and luck are seemingly boundless, one has to wonder what star he was born under. His mastery of magic is impressive in its own right, but he wants to avoid being chained by responsibility at all costs. 17. Sea Orc Reportedly, there are communities of sea orcs in the deep reef zone, around eighty meters below the surface. Individuals have surfaced occasionally, but they appear to shun away from humans. 18. Abyss Dweller At the bottom of the Void Sea, the abyssal plane, the pressure is so groundbreakingly high that nothing larger than the size of a fist can live there. Unless it's not really alive, of course... Hello guys, here's my second Safe Haven challenge entry! I hope you enjoyed, even if you may not have read all of it. This was a great execise in trying to produce identical shots of different objects, which required a much more organized approach than usual. I'm pleased with how the individual shots turned out. That's it for now! C&C much appreciated!
The Chronicles of Hesperia, Vol. 1, Ch. 5: Stopping at Tíre Keep
Henjin_Quilones posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaThe Chronicles of Hesperia Volume 1: The Sky Man Chapter 5: Stopping at Tíre Keep The Previous Chapters: Henjin Quilones stepped out of the elvish rowboat and walked up the dock towards the tower. Though it was only early evening, the flames were already roaring from the beacon post at its top, ready to ward any passing ship away from the dangerous shoals that lined the coast of the island. Tíre Keep, with its lighthouse, was one of the most important strongholds of Avalonia, and one of the farthest, if not the farthest, west, a final stopping point for food and supplies for any Avalonian ship sailing out into the Great Western Ocean. His ship, or rather, Galaria's ship, was moored deeper out to sea, past where the rocks would cause a danger to the fragile wooden planking of a ship's hull. He had been sent ashore to this abode of humans, since he, a human, would not look so out of place as one of the elvish exiles on board the Nagra Luca, or Black Wolf in the common speech of Historica. His brother, Bu'kanjin, or one of their druid warrior companions, could also have been sent, but Henjin had volunteered to come alone to broker a deal for supplies sufficient for an ocean crossing. Of gold they had enough, if pressed, to buy everything they needed and more, but then they would have nothing when they reached the shores of some distant land; Henjin's powers of persuasion had become legendary among his friends, and they all agreed that he would be the best to negotiate a favorable bargain for them. Henjin sighed as he gazed up at the tall tower, its six sides facing every direction. He did not know when they would be back in civilized lands again. Galaria had taken it into her head to travel the world after her father had sentenced her to exile, and she had no desire to stay around the continent of Historica. She had been granted a Historican Title of Nobility for her actions in the war with Raavage, same as Henjin, and would thus find a warm welcome wherever the Ruler of Historica was revered, but she wanted to leave, to see how people lived in other lands. Henjin had agreed to go with her, as he found something about the green-haired elf maiden hopelessly attractive. Bu'kanjin felt similarly towards Yavenna, Galaria's trusted lieutenant among the wolf riders, as well, and had needed little persuasion to join his brother. The wolves. Skoll, the white wolf that was now his, along with Biryuk, who was Bu'kanjin's mount, Laika, who was Galaria's, and the other wolfsteeds of Galaria's band, was in the hold of the Nagra Luca, undoubtedly very unhappy and seasick. Henjin had to get enough meat to feed them, in addition to everything else they needed. The gold in his pouch needed to go a long way. As he walked towards the small door set in the wall, he observed a man fishing from the rocks. "Greetings, sir," he said. "Where might I find the lord of this keep?" The man turned from his fishing with a sigh, saying, "The fish are not biting so far today, I am afraid; I blame the weather. It has been too hot, unseasonably so. We need some rain, that's what we need, rain." "If I could send you rain, sir, I would," said Henjin. "Now, where might I find the lord?" "Right here, my good sir," smiled the man. "I am Sir Kravek, Baron of Tíre Keep, Ruler of the Isle of Tíre, Lord Councillor of Avalonia. How may I be of service to a traveler such as yourself?" "My thanks, Sir Kravek. My name is Sir Henjin Quilones, Knight of Historica. My friends and I need sufficient food and supplies to sail across the Great Western Ocean." "I see. Welcome, Sir Henjin. Well, you have come to the right place. Now, that ship of yours anchored off in my harbor is clearly elvish, or I am an orc, so am I to assume that you stole it, or are your companions elves?" "Yes, Sir Kravek, they are elves, as well as men. And one orc, a refugee that we picked up along the way. Not more than eighteen all told, plus beasts." "Destination? Unknown, I suppose? Well, Sir Henjin, let us step into my office, where we can discuss matters more deeply. I have what you need, including charts and maps, and a suggestion for a destination, a place sure to welcome a motley collection of humans, elves, orcs, and beasts, whose existence has been reported to me by sailors coming through. You, in your turn, will give me assistance (and gold, I am sure). Come, come, this way." ____________________________________________________________ ......................................................................................................................... Thanks for looking, and C&C welcome! This has been posted at long last, my entry to the Summer Joust with @TitusV and @The Maestro. If you look closely at the last picture you might be able to see them there. The hexagonal nature of the tower was a challenge, but it worked out pretty well, I thought. My wife, typically no fan of LEGO, thought that this was my best build, and was genuinely sad when I took it apart. It should be fairly clear where my story is going, what with a 5th Anniversary Challenge deadline just over a month away...
Sorcerer of the Smothering Sands
Exetrius posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaSorcerer of the Smothering Sands There are stories of dark and ancient powers, lying buried throughout the Desertlands. Those who believe in tales like these are often mocked. Few have the hope and courage to look for these relics, and even fewer have ever caught a glimpse what they really are. Of course, there have been people claiming to have witnessed bizarre events. Events unlike any type of natural disaster or magic known to Kaliphlin. Unbelievable events... Yet, those who seek, may eventually find. And when they do, the heavens tremble and the earth surges! They awaken.. the Smothering Sands... More pics: Hi everyone! Here's a small little freebuild, continuing in the Kali setting. Built for the Summer Joust 2017 contest, 8x8 vig category. I revised the base several times, but I'm satisfied with the result. Anyway, C&C is much appreciated!
Watchtower of Eolas
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaIn times of need, the watchtowers of Eolas are manned to protect and give spirit to the nearby villages. I was having a look down my stream and I realized I had only made one round tower. So feeling that it was compulsory to have a go at another I came up with this. I think the result was much better than I had planned and the landscape was a bit of an experiment but I am really happy with the end look. Flowers and vines make things look pretty Hope you enjoy and C&C needed.
The Muster of Mitgardia
dathil posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaPreviously: A: The Bull's Eye B: River encounter C: The Siege of Falconstone Now Davok has finished his whole story, the Mitgardian commanders that gathered in the armory on Glorfindel's command, also joined, together with the Falcon spy that handed Davok to the council. Sir Glorfindel spoke first. "So, this is how the king died, and you are a convict in this. but how is this so important for this moment, for you know as good as we do that we have to muster our forces as soon as we are allowed to." "Its that mage, milord. I didnt know his name at that time, but I DO know the name now. And it matches all together milord, the description, the timing, everything." "Could you please tell me the name, because we are quite in a hurry, im afraid!" "Raavage sir. The mage who killed the king, who hired us. It was lord Raavage." Now, every attendant started to talk at once. "SILENCE!" The voice of sir Glorfindel rose firmly above the others, without any need to shout. "Thank you milady", Glorfindel smiled, as he turned his head to the girl in the falcon tunic. "It seems you have delivered us a spire rebel!" Nemayra, the spy, made a little bow. "Alas I was not in time to get reinforcements, all I could do was warning our city..." "So, what to do with this man? How about we execute him and..." "SIR!", Davok tried to say another thing. "Milord this was not all! I could not prevent the death of the king, but I saw something, and gave my commanders orders to distract the view of the mages. During the aftermath of the battle, someone tried to escape from the city. It was a woman, her clothes told us she was with the king before. Milord, she.., she..." Davok had gotten their full attention now. "she carried a baby. She made it out, we covered her. The baby was carried away." Now Nemayra's eyes lit up. "She made it? But milord, that was the Queen's nurse, with the heir! I know where they were heading for!", and she whispered something to Glorfindel, a bit affraid of the other attendants. Immediatly Sir Glorfindel made up its mind. "Athron! you will lead the army. Layra, you and the Guard will go on a task force to Kaliphlin. We have a chance to unite. To unite all of Historica, once more. "Davok, you will join command of this taskforce to proof yourself. You might have done treacherous things, fact is, you successfully laid siege to one of the Plain's greatest cities. We need every good commander we can get. You can take a select few of your best men as well. Nemayra, you will lead their way." Both women now protested. Layra: "You want me to share command with this suspect of High Treason? Milord!" From the side of Nemayra, there were some words about having an enemy amidst them, as well. But Glorfindel gave one last command. "Mitthral! Send word to the Dragon Masters in Avalonia. The heir has been found!" l to r: Davok (my sigfig), Sir Glorfindel (SoccerKid), Colonel Athron, General Layra, Captain Mitthral, a Mitgardian infantrist in standard outfit, and Falcon-scout Nemayra I got myself some green/yellow minifig arms and oh I love them! :)
The Headsman's Hovel
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaEven a headsman needs a place to sleep, eat and sharpen his axes. Take my money Brick Link, take it all!! So I finally decided it was time to grab some more greens, including olive, sand and as you can see here dark. The house was challenging to get so small, especially the front, which is split into 3 different parts, non of which are attached to the structure :p I like the tree although I ran out of black robot arms and I think the crows turned out alright. Also I don't know what I was doing with that pumpkin patch, its only there cause I ran out of dk green. So C&C wanted dead or alive and hope you enjoy :D
Cha V Cat B: Preparing to besiege
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaIn the forest that ringed a Black Spire castle, Lord Maestro's men busied them selves constructing siege weapons. Prepared in modules back in Avalonia, soaring siege towers and devastating were slowly being pieced together (almost like Lego ). Today Lord Maestro surveyed a new contraption. Adapted from an ordinary Ballista , The Maestro's architects swore it was twice as powerful. To show their allegiance was to Avalonia they had fitted it with a Dragon head, the emblem of our their guild. A close up Looking down the barrel of the beast Entry to challenge V Category B, this was an interesting build. I have only done something like this once, and you can probably see the resemblance I hope the Dragon head looks ok to you guys, because im not completely satisfied with it. I think the landscape turned out good though, that red stuff is meant to be moss/grass. Should have Cat D up soon, C&C needed and hope you enjoy
A statue forgetten
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaStanding lonely in the sea, a sight forgotten sailors once yearned to see. Seeming destined to be lost forever. Until now... A little teaser for a future build. Not sure when it will be built though, either soon or closer to the end of the year And I will do some more builds leading up to it. The Base style was inspired by the talented Jaaxaap. It was a fun little build to through together and I liked experimenting with the texture. C&C wanted and Hope you enjoy.
A Morning stroll
The Maestro posted a topic in Guilds of HistoricaAn Avalonian ranger strolls through the forest, hunting his elusive prey. Just a small build while I wait for inspiration for category B. It was nice to experiment with some tree styles, which are mainly based of SK's. Also my first build in ages that is 360 view able Hope you enjoy.
Alright here is my entry for category A of Challenge V, enjoy. The message was out... From all corners of Historica, messengers rode, carrying news of the war and the new king. Along the Kaliphlin coastland, time was of the essence, and the fastest route was by sea. Messengers set sail in tiny ships to travel quickly to all ports in Kaliphlin. Here a man dashes from his docked boat bellowing his message to all who will here him. A pic of just the wall. A pic from the side. A pic from the other side. A pic of the merchant selling valuable aromatics and perfumes. Thanks for viewing. C&C appreciated. Good luck to everyone in this three part contest. :)
Alright here is my entry for category A of Challenge V, enjoy. The message was out... From all corners of Historica, messengers rode, carrying news of the war and the new king. Along the Kaliphlin coastland, time was of the essence, and the fastest route was by sea. Messengers set sail in tiny ships to travel quickly to all ports in Kaliphlin. Here a man dashes from his docked boat bellowing his message to all who will here him. A pic of just the wall. A pic from the side. A pic from the other side. A pic of the merchant selling valuable aromatics and perfumes. Thanks for viewing. C&C appreciated. Good luck to everyone in this three part contest. :)


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Beautifully furnished waterfront accommodation on the canals in Paynesville. The Loft can accommodate 10 guests and is child friendly with the pool and canal being fully fenced with pool fencing and lockable child gates. The afternoon sun in the winter warms the outdoor entertaining BBQ deck, whilst the glistening pool is ready for all to cool down in, in the summer months. Perfect for an all seasons family getaway. After mooring your boat on the private jetty, park your car in the garage, you can walk to Restaurants and shops from here, or cruise through the canals to the Paynesville foreshore on your boat, enjoy a Coffee or glass of Wine, explore the Gippsland Lakes, return to your Accommodation for a BBQ, put your feet up and enjoy the serenity! Now thats a holiday.
- 2-10 guests
- Check In Time : 4pm
- Check Out Time : 11am
- Check out time in Summer peak period: 10am
- 1 Queen bedroom with private balcony overlooking canals with en suite (Upstairs)
- 1 King/or 2 King singles bedroom with extra 2 singles ( Upstairs) separate bathroom
- 1 Q/S Sofa bed- suit children (upstairs) Includes TV/DVD
- 1 Queen bedroom with separate bathroom ( downstairs)
- Porta Cot & High Chair Available ( cot linen not supplied)
- Open plan fully equipped kitchen/living/dining area ( 10 seat Dining table)
- Second TV upstairs
- En suite to main bedroom upstairs
- Separate bathroom and in room toilet upstairs
- Bathroom with shower and in-room toilet downstairs
- Hydronic Heating throughout
- Reverse cycle cooling/heating throughout Living Areas, and upstairs bedrooms
- This property is not pet friendly
- Welcome pack includes your basic essentials: Tea, Plunger coffee, instant coffee, sugar, milk, bread, butter, preserves
- Quality Linen & Towels, Hair Dryers, Microwave, Dishwasher, Coffee Plunger, Cutlery, Crockery,Washing Machine, Dryer, Iron, Ironing Board, Clothes Line, Games, Outdoor Setting, Gas BBQ
- EXTRA LARGE TV,BLU RAY/DVD,CD Player, SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ( main living area)
- Boat trailer and car parking available in double Garage and off street parking for one additional car.
- This property has a large deep water shared Jetty ( with power & water) available for guests use.
- Small In ground pool
- Child friendly- fully pool fenced to separate canal & pool from back of house
- Located in the town area of Paynesville, on the beautiful Canals
- Absolute waterfront
- Walking distance to town
Tariffs quoted above are not valid for "peak" or other "special events" periods.
- Stunning views
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Books
- DVD player
- Board games
- Swimming pool
- BBQ facilities
- Laundry
- No smoking
- Kitchen utensils
- Kitchen crockery
- Cooking pots and pans
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Welcome pack
- Iron and ironing board
- Towels provided
- Linen provided
- Clothesline
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Lake
- Restaurants
- Nearby attractions
- Kitchen
- Bathroom
- Living room
- Dining room
- Lounge room
- Parking spaces
- Deck area
- Balcony
- Single or Couples
- Family friendly
- Relaxing

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