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Shako- because Shako is still, after forty-five years, probably my favourite thing the prog has ever printed.

And I still want a hardback edition with a white furry cover, and rubber bear claws slashing through and the logo dyed on in red.

And a Shako furry hat.

SBT

DROKK. Definitely this!

Then I guess my work here is done.

Tiplodocus, did you get home after your breakdown? (I assume this wasn't another euphemism)

My Prog still hasn't arrived btw, and that's not a euphanism.

I already wish I hadn't said this. The concept of shouting 'the progs arrived!' at a climatic moment is now lodged horrifyingly my brain.

Wait till you see my post on 'Life is riddled with a procession of minor NSFW impediments'

My Prog still hasn't arrived btw, and that's not a euphanism.

[Shako]

Shako here too. It's a classic story and a great conceit.
I'm not really a fan of Middenface solo - he works fine as part of an ensemble cast but I don't like him as a lead and I do find him a bit grating.

Last week the strap on my work bag snapped en route to the station.
I decided to replace it with a backpack. I haven't worn a backpack actually on my back for years, and as I was leaving the house yesterday I heard a sort of crash behind me as I was closing and locking the door. I tried to open the door and check, but I couldn't, because I had of course knocked the coat stand over and now it was wedged between the door and the stairs.
We had a train to catch so the wife and I legged it as I confidently informed her we could borrow a broom from a neighbour when we got home and use it to move the obstruction. Of course, to cut a long story short, that didn't work because the door only opened about half an inch and we ended up totally stuck outside our house.
We did manage to get in eventually - after I used a borrowed walking stick through the tiny gap to move the doormat, which allowed me to shift the stand by basically slamming the door into it repeatedly before squeezing my hand through the now-widened gap and after much effort, lifting it up enough to get the door open. Whilst this was happening my neighbours came out and watched from outside with great amusement whilst the cat stared at me with wide-eyed horror from indoors.
There was no Prog waiting for me on the doormat either.

I can't remember very much about Synnamon but that is some good NNNNAAAGHHH-ing from The Black Widow.

I'm excited to get onto IotLK though as it's another one I could actually complete as a kid - I think it's fairly linear and whilst you need some items to win it, they make the final fight easier rather than kill you outright if you don't have them. I may be misremembering.

WFH today and playing it in quiet moments. This book is very combat heavy and there's a lot of nasty (Skill 9+) fights - I got killed by the very first one I had in the book. Skill to maximum for this one, I think!

My opinion is not to be trifled with! But yes, I don't often comment on the threads but I do enjoy watching them and I appreciate you posting them here.

I don't play Dredd / SD but I do play tabletop wargames and whilst things do look nicer painted and with lovely scenery, it's far from essential and important not to let it get in the way of the fun! I think it's also worth remembering that in the heat of battle, so to speak, you won't be looking at the paintjobs with anywhere like the same critical eye as when you're painting. It's a little different at skirmish level but when your rank and file die like flies, nobody really cares if some of the eyes are a little wonky or you didn't pick out the belt buckles.
The internet can be a great source of inspiration for painting but sometimes it can make you feel a bit inadequate when you see how good other people are. Just go for it when you're ready and have fun.

[Wulf]

Wulf is the absolute best.

[Mek-Quake]

Got to be Mek-Quake. He's just the right side of farce, which makes him often hilarious. Mek-Quake's recycling episode was a high point in a very poor ABC Warriors run for me. He's also been consistent in his chsaracter throughout his appearances, unlike Mongrol, Joe, Hammerstein etc.

As a younger reader I really liked the visual design of both Hitaki and Mad Ronn, I remember being disappointed at their quick ends, especially the latter.

Spot on analysis there Corinthian and very well put.
Generally I've enjoyed The Order and I hope the next time we see it this is addressed.

[Dash Decent]

Dash Decent
It's.. decent.
I'd forgotten I'd even read Zombie Army however, until I looked it up.

Whilst waiting to start Island of the Lizard King I've been playing Nightshift (not Nightshirt) as recommended by SBT upthread. It's quite a different experience to FF and a lot trickier - I like the emphasis on puzzles rather than combat / shopping lists of items, and it's an atmospheric experience. It is bloody hard though. I've been getting lost a lot, so I've ended up downloading the map from the authors website and I'm going to start using that to take notes.

I'm excited to get onto IotLK though as it's another one I could actually complete as a kid - I think it's fairly linear and whilst you need some items to win it, they make the final fight easier rather than kill you outright if you don't have them. I may be misremembering.
One thing I'm not misremembering is the Lizard King himself looking badass on the cover looking what can best be described as 'thicc' in the interior art..

I second the recommendation for Bissler's SD videos, they're a cool watch.
Definitely don't worry about having unpainted models. Just give the game a go and have some fun with it!