Alas, The Return of the Long Forgotten Captain Picard - Upon an Unknown Oleon Post.

 

 

 

After a disastrous maiden voyage of Picard's little known vessel the Finch (sight unseen before engulfed in flame soon after it's first departure) Picard and the last two remaining crew members escaped the fiery wreckage onto an escape boat. For a mere two weeks they survived off of rations which kept them from the likely barbary of cannibalism. Staved off this horrible fate they did, however.

All the while, Picard somehow mustered the sense of mind to map his way to known Oleon waters (but not recently noted) in hope to find some sort of refuge. With a great stroke of luck, and not a day too soon, Picard and his weary crew arrived upon a tiny outpost adorned with the  Blue and White "Vive le Roi!". Never had someone so tormented by the endless blue of the infinite seas been so thankful to see more blue, a different kind of blue, the blue of the Flag and uniform he had come to love as much as life itself. 

Quickly greeted by the commanding officer of the outpost followed by his orderlies, the man's name was Barry and Picard embraced Barry with kind regards and politely suggested with some urgency that he and his remaining crew were in dire condition. Embarrassed for not being quicker to realize and knowing to ask questions later, Barry escorted Picard and his two crewmen into the outpost for food and sleep. 

The next morning Picard awoke to a lovely midsummer afternoon. Picard felt refreshingly human again, after good sleep and sufficient nourishment, but soon remembered and became mentally enclosed in what transpired what happened on his ship weeks back. His brief bliss was instantly dowered by the memory of the happenings which precipitated his being there at the outpost. 

About an hour after he awoke, Picard was greeted by Barry with some bread and coffee. Picard could tell from Barry's steadfastness in demeanor he was eager to smooth over his impending inquiry into the fate of Picard's vessel and the story of his journey which lend him to the outpost. Barry worried most about how many men Picard had lost during the ships demise, and how that it weigh upon Picard once shock wore off. 

 

"So..." Picard said wearily "You'll be wanting to hear about the boat fire which cast me upon the sea with only two men and a row-boat". 

Barry leaned back in his wooden chair which exerted a long creak "I'd be lying to say it weren't on my mind". 

"Well" Picard responded with intent "It was no accident, it was an act of malice and insurrection from within the ranks of my tight crew".

 

Barry now knew he was involved in a story much larger than the day-to-day of his quaint outpost...

 

 

 

 

 

 

~ Thanks for reading, im glad to be back posting again! I have a lot to catch up on. Suggestions for a location of the outpost are welcome! ~

 

Edited May 28, 20186 yr by Django Fett

Very good build. The classic bluecoats look great too. As to the location, the architectural style and all-white color scheme of your outpost offers certain similarities to the land properties in Lavalette, I think you could place it there.

I really like the classic feeling of your build! Classic ftw!!!

First and foremost: welcome back, good to have you around again!

 

A nice story and a very good little build there, I like the "cleanliness" and the classic look of it.

As for the settlement location, I think it comes down to these questions:

1. Do you have a particular story in mind to build on this? If yes: choose the settlement that best suits your story idea.
2. Are you interested in a particular region of the BotBS world? If yes: pick a settlement there, and make that one your "home base".

I believe in both cases (or any other question concerning the faction) Oleon players are happy to help.

Thank you all, and Drunknok I believe I have to catch up on Oleon settlements before deciding but the overall story arch will follow Picard and Barry seeking a new ship for Picard so perhaps a settlement with good shipbuilding sites?

Welcome back, and I'm very pleased to see Captain Picard is back on the Brick Seas! Your build is well done, and I particularly like the architectural detailing around the balcony (especially given that you did so with such basic bricks) and the dock. 

If you are looking for a settlement, I would suggest reading the list of Oleon's Colonial Possessions. You should find it helpful if you are looking to work with a specific geography or island design. Also, don't forget that the rumors about the island could relate to the island's bonus, which could increase your income from properties on the island. If you are concerned about Oleon's strategic growth plans, send me a PM or ask about it in the Estates General PM. 

Should you need any further help, don't hesitate to ask.

Very good looking build and welcome back! Looking forward to see how your story progresses.

@Captain Genaro: I believe that @Django Fett will need to reach 10 posts before he can use the PM feature on Euro Bricks. Shouldn't take long to do, but just thought I'd mention it.

43 minutes ago, LM71Blackbird said:

@Captain Genaro: I believe that @Django Fett will need to reach 10 posts before he can use the PM feature on Euro Bricks. Shouldn't take long to do, but just thought I'd mention it.

He cannot initiate a PM, but he can be added to one.

Just now, Captain Genaro said:

He cannot initiate a PM, but he can be added to one.

Oh, Gotcha.

A really nice scene, all those classic torsos do indeed look really good and the presentation is excellent! Looking forward to seeing more.

Great build and story @Django Fett! Glad to have another member of the brick seas, even if you're a stinky bluecoat 

Also, if you need a settlement, Mesabi Landing is a great place to set up shop.