Nothing getting painted

So after having a major upturn in my painting output, I've hit the buffers again. This time though it isn't burnout. It is a dog called Milo. This little fella is taking up all of my spare time. Hopefully in a few weeks when he can actually be walked, things will pick back up.

I did though manage to get down to the club for some ww1 naval gaming that Mitch had organised. The rules are 'When dreadnoughts ruled the sea'. They are fun and fast play. I soon discovered that seizing the initiative is key as it gives you the option to either move first or fire first.

I did take a few photos, but not much to see with small ships on a blue background. Not knowing much on the period I simply sailed straight between two of the German fleets. Everyone thought I was nuts, but it seemed to work as I inflicted heavy damage for very little in return. Unfortunately the Germans stole the win as Robbo's fleet took a beating, we lost 3 ships to the Germans 1.

My fleet

The Germans in the distance

Nelson would have been proud of this

Up close and personal gave my smaller guns a fighting chance

Overall a very fun game. The ships are 3d prints supplied by Mitch, I reckon about 1/2400 scale, but could be wrong. Hopefully get another game soon. Meanwhile I'm awaiting some 3d printed Roman and Carthaginian galleys to take our Punic war battles to the sea.