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Yeah, the window is my least favorite part too. I don't have any shuttered windows, just some red frames without glass or shutters. Doesn't exactly make it easy to create medieval windows. I just invested in some of the arched windows and lattice that I used in my Kaliphlin build, so I'll have to wait until later this year before Bricklinking some shuttered windows. What does everyone else think of the glass? Is it GoH appropriate?

Store Phase II here

@nivremis: are those custom capes? @Direlda: Welcome back!

Wow! This is incredible! What piece is he using for the rolling pin shaft? I personally really like the yellow roof as well as everything else about this! My favorite has to be the mud in the pig pen. It's great!

Ah, but if we bathed how would we keep the crumbs-stored-for-later-in-our-beards from getting soggy? We are just way more prepared than any other guild and you all are jealous, admit it.

(This is set after A Rude Awakening but well before A Timely Friend) Wyndor walked the streets of a village near Mt. Mitgard. He was in need of a new sword to continue his journey to find his brothers. Times were tough as the elemental monsters were still on their rampage throughout Mitgardia. Most people had fled to places of safety, but a few villages refused to abandon their homes, no matter how great the danger. This village, Bornholm, was one such place. It's people continued to deal with the normal difficulties of life, like how to deal with thieves and how to keep their wives' beards clean. Inside one of the shops, a dwarf was learning the finer points of katanas. "So you see, those are the differences in fighting styles needed when using either a square or round guard on a katana." Stated Liam the Cyclops. Just then Wyndor walked in. "I thank you Sir Liam, I will dwell on what you have explained and make my choice in the morning" said the dwarf as he left. "And how may I help you sir?" asked Liam. Wyndor paused for a moment, slightly speechless. "You're not quite what I expected" answered Wyndor. "Ah," Liam sighed, ​"Another one who has a bias against non-humans." "No, that's not it, I just haven't seen a cyclops running a weapons shop before" replied Wyndor quickly. "What? You think my kind is good enough do you?" said Liam in a huff. "Now it is you how are mistaken sir, I had a cyclops friend when I was a child. But his tastes where more towards battle and war and not in the ways of management or shop-keeping" answered Wyndor. "Well, you will find me perfectly capable in both fields sir. I am Liam, and I can both sell you a weapon and beat you with it." Said Liam indigently. "It seems I have come to the right place then," said Wyndor, "I am in need of a new sword." "Everyone comes in thinking they need a sword," replied Liam haughtily."Let me be the judge of that" he said as he lay out a number of different weapons. "I don't know how to use any of these," said Wyndor. "I've only used to a regular sword." "You say that, but have you ever tried training with another weapon?" ask Liam. "Well, no, not really" answered Wyndor. "It's agreed then," stated Liam. "I will train you." "Oh no," thought Wyndor. "What have I gotten myself into?" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OoC: This is my second phase for the Store category for AoM. Let me say that I realize the pictures are a little grainy. I didn't have time to set up my whole photo assembly and had to make do with less than perfect light. I also realize there is some light showing through the walls of the store. That couldn't be helped due to the size of the build and the time restriction I had. I have family showing up in a few minutes and their here all weekend. I really wanted to get this up before that, so that why there are a few flaws. I hope you can enjoy it regardless.

Hey now, just because Infernum can't grow a beard doesn't mean you can insult the rest of us!

All those oil sales are actually your own Kaliphlins buying it for use at their Embassy. Their just too embarrassed to buy it directly from you so their are going through us kind, understanding Mitgardian salesmen.

Thank you every one! I'm really glad all the Kaliphlins are giving their approval As for the maps, MassEditor and HammerHand, it's not actually my invention. I saw it in a few other GoH builds and borrowed it. So please, go right ahead and borrow from the borrower

I really like the simplistic approach to the wood beams coming out of the medicine shop. Great work on all of it!

If this is something you just throw together over a weekend I want to see what you can do with more time on your hands! (I also want to know how you get something so amazing built in so short a time, what magic are you using? ) There are a few technique things to improve on, but for your first ever post for GoH this is incredible!

Ok, I get it now. Sorry you had to explain that joke. It's no fun to have to explain your punch line! Thanks! I have a random left-leg-only leg assembly floating around in my collection right now. Oh well, that's price you pay to get the right look! Thanks! This story has really taken on a life of it's own. Each time I can't wait to keep it going to see what my characters are going to do next

You're only selling to those who have moved from Kaliphlin to Mitgardia. They still haven't gotten used to our pleasent temperatures. HA! Oh yes, that's some of the best trash talk I've heard all day!

Well you've started well Just stay away from our bearded ladies of the north. They'll rip your arms off if you make fun of them

We don't use heating oil in the north, who are you trying to kid? We are waaay tougher than that.

HA! That is great! You've already started the trash talk, and it only gets better from here!

Borders are a good thing if done correctly. Your goal should be to make something that adds to the build without drawing your eyes straight to it. I wouldn't give up on using borders, I would just work on your technique.

A lot of you have already seen it, but for those who haven't yet, HERE is my lastest freebuild.

@Gideon: Other people just can't understand the challenges we AFOLs go through!

My only complaint is that the Mitgardians in the first set are flying the wrong flag. But I too love the brick built horse cover. Very cool! These are some great combos!

Thank you Vlad, kabel,and Kai! I must say, building in GoH is addictive. I'm glad it's also improved my building abilities Are there some with heads?

Thanks all! I worked for a really long time on this build and I'm glad you all like it

See the previous tales: Wyndor's Saga Chapter 1 Part 1: A Tragic Beginning Part 2: A Rude Awakening Part 3 Intro: An Evil Plot Part 3: A Timely Friend Part 4: For Whom the Bells Toll Part 5: Small Help After many days Natolyth and Wyndor made it to Kaliphlin. Each night as they camped or stopped at a local inn Natolyth would practice his magic. He was careful never to push his limits so far as to pass out again and each day he grew stronger. They made their way across the border of Nocturnus into Kaliphlin. It took some time for them to adjust to the Kaliphlin way of life. While everyone they passed seemed comfortable, Wyndor and Natolyth were sweating buckets. They learned to travel earlier in the morning and later into the night and to take a nap in the afternoons when the sun beat hottest. They passed through the Sultan’s Gate and noticed a flurry of activity. They continued on to Qarkur and then to Ras-el-akhen where they saw many ships being constructed. They then followed the coast to Messahmuk. “It will be nice to stay in a city again instead of camping in the sand” Natolyth said. “Aye, straw will be a welcome change” replied Wyndor. “These rumors of a Mitgardian championing the fighting pits, how true do you think they are?” Asked Natolyth. I guess we’ll find out when we get there.” Replied Wyndor. “But this time I want to go prepared. I don’t want to walk in on a crazy sorceress again, at least not without knowing it first!” They made some inquiries around town and found a pleasant inn to spend the night at. In the morning they sought out the map maker they had heard made his home in Messahmuk. They made their way to the market quarter of the city and there they met Gex. “Excuse me, are you Gex?” Asked Wyndor. “I can tell you are not from around here stranger. Your manners are appalling. It is more polite to be invited into someone’s home instead of shouting their name across the square for everyone to hear. Now, let’s get off the street and we can speak more comfortable” Replied the man. “Alright, now that we are somewhere more private, I believe I can help you. I indeed am Gex and I have already heard you have been looking for me.” Said Gex. “Your ears must be large indeed to hear things from such long distances.” Said Natolyth. “There are those manners again. If you weren’t from Mitgardia I’m not sure I would even grace you with a drop of water on a hot day” said Gex indignantly. “How did you know we are from Mitgardia?” Asked Natolyth. “For two reasons, first, I have many friends in this city. You talked, they listened. They talked, I listened. Second, Mitgardians have gained a reputation here thanks to Chalin the Champion.” Both Wyndor and Natolyth looked at him in shock. “Who did you say?!?” They both asked at once. “Yes, Chalin has become quite the name here. It’s not uncommon for champions of the fighting pits to become famous here in Messahmuk, but Chalin has a little something extra in the way he charms the hearts of the people with his fighting.” Gex continued. “No, you don’t seem to understand Gex! Chalin is our brother. The one we came to Kaliphlin to find!” Shouted Wyndor. “You mean to tell me that he’s not lost, but famous?” “Well, that is an interesting turn of events,” mused Gex. “That is something my ‘giant’ ears have not heard. I wish you best of luck in reuniting with your brother. Now, the fighting pits are easy to find for a native Kaliphlin, but for you foreigners, you’ll probably need a map.” “Yes, that is why we sought you out in the first place.” Answered Wyndor. “Well, I never disappoint a person interested in obtaining the finest in cartography.” Boasted Gex. With map in hand Wyndor and Natolyth left Messahmuk and headed West towards the lonely Mount Erezhi. Their map showed them the fighting pits weren’t too far from Messahmuk, but required navigating some treacherous dunes. “It looks like this map is going to be very helpful” stated Natolyth. “Yes,” answered Wyndor. “It was very nice of Gex to be so helpful. This adventure sure has resulted in the strangest of friends for me.” On their way out of town they passed a local Dwarf selling gems he mined, a not-so-local half-vampire hiding in the shadows, selling pumpkins from Nocturnus, and a few other vendors. --- OoC: Huge credit goes to Gabe for his work on Berigoria. I had the pictures of his harbor up the entire time I was building this. The credit for the idea of the stilted building in this context goes to Orson Scott Card's book After Earth. Special thanks to NiceMarmot for the use of his character and to all Kaliphlins for their hospitality towards rude, ignorant Mitgardians! However, that doesn't mean we won't crush your pirates or beat of your navy with our own, superior one!

Great variation on arguably one of the best classic castle factions!

Some info about religions in Mitgardia can be found here. However, I think it's pretty open for additions so I would say go ahead!