It may come as a shock to some, but the use of hand-thrown, explosive weapons during the age of piracy actually played a crucial role in maritime warfare. Pirates, renowned for their ingenuity and resourcefulness, employed a variety of explosive devices to devastating effect. From simple grenade-type "bombs", to lethal "fire pots" and even smoke-filled, … Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Explosives for Blood & Plunder
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Prince William of Yellow Rescued!
Our Rescue Event has come to a conclusion. Summer of Plunder players had the opportunity to submissions between Friday 7/7/23 and Friday 7/14/23 @ midnight Eastern time to win a bonus prize. Let's see how that turned out! [The following is COMPLETELY FICTIONAL and has no actual historical accuracy. It is 100% for entertainment purposes.] … Continue reading Prince William of Yellow Rescued!
Summer of Plunder Participation Surges, Spur Minor Tweaks
The Summer of Plunder, the worldwide miniature wargaming campaign, continues to grow and reach new players in 2023. From the very beginning, participants from all corners of the globe have wholeheartedly embraced the event and continue to exceed all expectations. The overwhelming response and passionate engagement have inspired a few changes to help to enhance … Continue reading Summer of Plunder Participation Surges, Spur Minor Tweaks
“Rescue Event” – BONUS Prize Objective
[The following is COMPLETELY FICTIONAL and has no actual historical accuracy. It is 100% for entertainment purposes.] URGENT BREAKING NEWS: Prince William of Yellow Held Captive by Ruthless Brigands! In a shocking turn of events, Prince William of Yellow, an esteemed visitor to the American colonies, has been captured by a merciless gang of brigands! … Continue reading “Rescue Event” – BONUS Prize Objective
2023 Summer of Plunder Global Campaign Rules Pt 1
What is the 2023 Summer of Plunder? The Summer of Plunder is a worldwide community event for all players of the “Blood & Plunder” & “Oak & Iron” games by Firelock Games. This global campaign is a fun way for players around the world to interact, share pictures and stories from their games, win prizes, … Continue reading 2023 Summer of Plunder Global Campaign Rules Pt 1
18th Century Bermuda Sloop – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
Ship Overview - Bermuda Sloop The Bermuda Sloop is a small swift vessel popular throughout the Caribbean during the Age of Sail. With a shallow draft and high top speed, it was an extremely popular vessel among pirate crews. In the game of Blood & Plunder, it is quickly becoming the most popular ship due … Continue reading 18th Century Bermuda Sloop – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
New Character: Cuban Merchant Fighting Man
Attention all Blood & Plunder fans! This is an exclusive preview of a new Character rumored to be coming to the game Soon™. Say hello to the "Cuban Merchant," a man who's as smooth as Caribbean rum and tenacious as a popcorn kernel stuck in your teeth. Cuban Merchant Historical Background Authentic historical artwork of … Continue reading New Character: Cuban Merchant Fighting Man
How To Make A Custom Mini for Henry Jennings in Blood & Plunder
Henry Jennings was a notorious pirate who operated in the Caribbean during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Born in England, Jennings began his career as a sailor and privateer. He was known for his cunning and successful raids, including raiding the recovery camp of the Spanish treasure fleet of 1715. After retiring from … Continue reading How To Make A Custom Mini for Henry Jennings in Blood & Plunder
Adepticon 2023 – British Royal Navy Galleon
Adepticon 2023 has come to a close, and what a thrilling event it was! Players from across the country gathered to showcase their skills and strategies on the high seas in the Blood & Plunder Sea tournament. The tournament featured a wide range of skills from veterans to first timers, each bringing their own unique … Continue reading Adepticon 2023 – British Royal Navy Galleon
Benjamin Hornigold: Notorious Pirate & Privateer of the Caribbean
Benjamin Hornigold is arguably one of the most important figures in the history of the Golden Age of Piracy. In fact, he is considered by many to be one of its "founding fathers". In this article, we'll cover Benjamin Hornigold's historical significance, how to make your own custom miniature, review his Blood & Plunder stats … Continue reading Benjamin Hornigold: Notorious Pirate & Privateer of the Caribbean
Tips and Tricks for Assembling Raise the Black Plastic Miniatures
The Blood & Plunder 2-Player Starter Kit: Blackbeard vs Maynard is a MASSIVE starter set. It comes with 24 sailor miniatures (and 2 commanders!) and lots of weapons and options that can be overwhelming for new players. This guide is designed to help you get started with the Blood & Plunder starter set. It contains … Continue reading Tips and Tricks for Assembling Raise the Black Plastic Miniatures
How to Make an Easy Long John Silver Blood & Plunder Mini
Long John Silver is one of the most iconic characters in the pirate genre. Silver is one of the chief antagonists in the Robert Louis Stevenson novel, Treasure Island (1883). Because of it's popularity, Treasure Island has been turned in to plays, tv shoes and multiple full-length movies. When I saw the parrot model was … Continue reading How to Make an Easy Long John Silver Blood & Plunder Mini
Le Crabe Résilient
My name is Andy and I played in my first Blood and Plunder tournament at Historicon in 2022. My French Buccaneer Fluyt list placed third in the Sea Tournament on Saturday of the convention. Nation: FrenchFaction: French BuccaneersCommander: Untested French BuccaneerPoints: 200 (198)Theater: SeaSource: Core B&P Rule BookBy Andy Hodges Le Crabe Résilient The strategy … Continue reading Le Crabe Résilient
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5 New Sea Scenarios & Adv. Sea Terrain Rules for Blood & Plunder
Here are five new fan-made Sea Scenarios for Blood & Plunder. Each is a little more complicated than the Scenarios found in The Blood & Plunder Core Rulebook, and will test your crew's sailing skill and your commander's determination. In each Scenario you will also find two Optional Rules that change how the scenario plays. … Continue reading 5 New Sea Scenarios & Adv. Sea Terrain Rules for Blood & Plunder