WingsOfTheFalcon Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Ok, here's my monthly update for January. I've started this IA from scratch and so far have done a bit of work developing the main subsections. I like the way the concept is developing so far but I don't know if they IA really has a big enough hook to make them really interesting. I'm not in the market for making a chapter that is better than any of the others, but I want them to have a bit of a niche to keep the reader interested. I'm going to try and develop to make them into a penitant chapter, untertaking crusades to purge the taint of their lineage. If you guys have any feedback or ideas on how I can add some meat to the bones then I'd love to hear them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Hunter Ydalir Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Why don't you think the hook is 'good' enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringlancer Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 I just wanted to say a quick thank you to all who have helped me so far. Your continued help is greatly appreciated. I apologize for not offering a lot of comments, as I am new to the community and am still finding my sea legs, as it were. I'm also very strapped for time as I am a full time grad student, background investigator, husband, dad and Cubmaster. (heh, you'd think I'd use more scouts in my armies!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingsOfTheFalcon Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Why don't you think the hook is 'good' enough? I don't know, I guess at the minute the IA is pretty basic so I'm not 100% convinced that the concept is enticing enough to draw in readers as it stands. Hopefully the IG will help me to get it beyond that stage. I like the idea of a highly religious Chapter so obsessed with atonement that they will do anything for absolution, I'm just not sure if it fits with the Space Marine archetype. God Emperor and all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Hunter Ydalir Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 No that's a great hook, just don't try to shoe-horn the marines into a structure that they won't fit in. Instead, take the archetypes of the Astartes and fit their religious nature into it. Make it into a warrior-cult in the same way a regular chapter has their own individual (non-ecclesiarchichal) cult. Make their faith theirs, not identical to the rest of the Imperiums. They have their own reasons for their beliefs, for their reverence of the Emperor as a god where most don't. You justify and explain these reasons well enough and it will work more than fine, it could be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Tybault Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Still in the process of brainstorming, but we're down to Origins now which will most likely be the final part before we do a first draft of the complete article: http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/index.p...howtopic=203425 Currently it's still somewhat unorganized, but the first post has most of the essential information. For everything else you'll have to read - a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maleagant Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Here is my January update for my Archangels Chapter... I've been working on trying to make my chapter "more unique" as most of the comments have suggested. Though trying to maintain a secretive Dark Angels feel and then explaining everything about my chapter seems at odds with one another! I will be posting my edits shortly. As far as miniatures are concerned - last challenge I went with a normal mixed force but for this challenge I think I will go for a Deathwing force if the challenge requirements allow for this. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chapter Master Ignis Domus Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 My apologies for my absence, several issues came up in quick succession that needed to be resolved as fast as possible. I should be able to have my update up tomorrow, so I'm hoping that doesn't count as a failure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dosjetka Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 My apologies for my absence, several issues came up in quick succession that needed to be resolved as fast as possible. I should be able to have my update up tomorrow, so I'm hoping that doesn't count as a failure. It shouldn't be (if it was, I would be quite surprised), so no need to worry ;) Ludovic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiron Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 In January I have stated the basics of Space Rats. I still have ideas comming so there will be more updates in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Shiny One Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I also started my IT and even tried to written a narrative of there origin and fall. But it needs feedback so I now if its worse expanding or not!?! And now there are pre-excommunication color schemes to decide on... Link is in my signature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Hunter Ydalir Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Well my Jan 'update' is a basic rebooting of the entire Sons, as I'm sure some of you are aware since you posted with advice! :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mordray Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Void Reavers IA <- link... Update January: Trying to compile my hard copy notes into an electronic file... and initial forum post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonofTerra Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 January update: Started all over, wrote part of the origins, and compiled all(most) of my thoughts into the original post link is in my sig.... i think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiron Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 And where is february challenge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octavulg Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Well, first there's the secret challenge, which is learning to wait patiently for the real February challenge. After that, it gets recursive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Hunter Ydalir Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Well, first there's the secret challenge, which is learning to wait patiently for the real February challenge. After that, it gets recursive. :lol: Patience is indeed key. SP does have a life outside of organizing this contest so a bit of leeway is a given here I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Apostle Thirst Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 January update: I've started and greatly advanced the Lords of Shadow's outline, the single most major issue with the chapter I believe has been resolved. I would seriously appreciate any criticism or comments, as seven posts with 0 response is not entertaining, much less helpful to the IA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Juan Juarez Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 January update: I've started and greatly advanced the Lords of Shadow's outline, the single most major issue with the chapter I believe has been resolved. I would seriously appreciate any criticism or comments, as seven posts with 0 response is not entertaining, much less helpful to the IA. But.. But.. But.. It's February!? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Apostle Thirst Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 January update: I've started and greatly advanced the Lords of Shadow's outline, the single most major issue with the chapter I believe has been resolved. I would seriously appreciate any criticism or comments, as seven posts with 0 response is not entertaining, much less helpful to the IA. But.. But.. But.. It's February!? :D Hey, I merely went along the January Update line. I think it means that as by the end of January, this was done: Blah blah blah... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Juan Juarez Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 January update: I've started and greatly advanced the Lords of Shadow's outline, the single most major issue with the chapter I believe has been resolved. I would seriously appreciate any criticism or comments, as seven posts with 0 response is not entertaining, much less helpful to the IA. But.. But.. But.. It's February!? :D Hey, I merely went along the January Update line. I think it means that as by the end of January, this was done: Blah blah blah... Well, I though it was funny :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Argent Posted February 3, 2011 Author Share Posted February 3, 2011 I apologise for not getting the February challenge up earlier but I've been going straight from Fire Callouts to work to Fire Callouts (A fatality and a complete destroyed house) this followed by a Fire Watch (ensuring the house doesn't relight, which it did about thirty damned times, and making sure noone gets in to disturb evidence) until Five in the morning etc. All in all to busy. I'll drop a hint that the Challenge will be in regards to the Founding or "Founding Moment" of your Chapter, that is the(or one of) moment(s) that defined whom your Chapter is. I should get the full challejnge up tomorrow, baring any further emergencies. My apologies again. EDIT: @Octavulg: :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingsOfTheFalcon Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Look forward to it! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Juan Juarez Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 My apologies again. You don't have to apologise for having a life.. As long as you understand you're not a proper nerd :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexington Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 My apologies again. :D Man, don't you dare apologize for putting your noble profession ahead of fantasy space hero games. You have things to do. We can wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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