The people's choice results are in for the final two categories in the 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off! In this post we look at the top voted entries for Blood & Plunder Ships, and army forces, either force of 25+ Blood & Plunder models, or 5+ Oak & Iron ships. This post will be followed … Continue reading Winners for Ship and Force Categories – 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off
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Forces and Ships People’s Choice Voting – 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off
[5-10 UPDATE: THE VOTING IS CLOSED FOR THESE CATEGORIES. CHECK MORE RECENT POSTS FOR RESULTS!] We've made it to the last round of people's choice voting for the 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off! Please cast your votes for your favorite Blood & Plunder Ship and your favorite Force (25+ B&P models or 5+ Oak & … Continue reading Forces and Ships People’s Choice Voting – 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off
2025 Great Pirate Paint Off – April 18 Update
The 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off painting event for Blood & Plunder and Oak & Iron is entering it's final few weeks! We've had a lot of great entries this year! Thank you all for participating. The final two big categories for the month of April are Blood & Plunder Ships and "Forces" (either a … Continue reading 2025 Great Pirate Paint Off – April 18 Update
Light Frigate – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
The Firelock Games Light Frigate is a small warship made for combat and commonly used by the Guarda Costas and pirate hunters. Light Frigates are robust vessels which are designed to mimic their larger counter parts while keeping up with the smaller ships they pursued. This article breaks down all the stats, attributes, and … Continue reading Light Frigate – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
6th Rate Frigate – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
The Firelock Games 6th Rate Frigate is a warship made for coastal protection, commerce raiding, and often pirate hunting. The 6th Rate is a robust vessel designed to be fast, heavily armed, and maintain a shallow draft. This article breaks down all the stats, attributes, and capabilities of the 6th Rate Frigate model in … Continue reading 6th Rate Frigate – Blood & Plunder Ship Overview
Fluyt – Blood & Plunder Painted Ship Showcase
Another big project finished and off my painting desk! I just finished painting up a Blood & Plunder Fluyt and it's time to share some pictures of this thicc beauty! Blood & Plunder Fluyt The Fluyt occupies an odd spot in the Blood & Plunder "meta." It's the largest of the 3-deck ships, but it's … Continue reading Fluyt – Blood & Plunder Painted Ship Showcase
2024 Great Pirate Paint Off – Mid April Update
We're in the last few weeks of the 2024 Great Pirate Paint Off! At the end of April we will be awarding prizes for our final two categories: Blood & Plunder Ship and "Forces" for Blood & Plunder or Oak & Iron. In this update we will look at these final two categories, take a … Continue reading 2024 Great Pirate Paint Off – Mid April Update
Barco Luengo – Painted Blood & Plunder Ship Showcase
The Barco Luengo has been “coming soon” for so long it’s almost hard to believe it’s actually here now! This latest ship for Blood & Plunder has started making waves in Blood & Plunder community, already appearing at a major tournament, and opening up new and interesting tactical opportunities for Blood & Plunder players everywhere. … Continue reading Barco Luengo – Painted Blood & Plunder Ship Showcase
Bermuda Sloop Ship Review Video
The Bermuda Sloop is one of the most commonly used ships in Blood & Plunder right now. Check out our video review where we talk all about this ship. https://youtu.be/nKBB9pDsbyY?si=Aze_fDo84zB957FQ This video review gets us all caught up on ship reviews again! Additional Recommended Content Painted Bermuda Sloop Showcase Bermuda Sloop Review Article Attaching Sails … Continue reading Bermuda Sloop Ship Review Video
Using Sweeps on Ships in Blood & Plunder
In this article we will look at how Sweeps work in Blood & Plunder, what ships can use them, what factions they work best for, and if they are good or not. Sailing is a huge part of playing Blood & Plunder at sea. Raising and lowering sails, tacking, wearing, and box hauling. These are … Continue reading Using Sweeps on Ships in Blood & Plunder
Sails for Blood & Plunder Ships
Ships are one of the most striking aspects of Blood & Plunder. Sails are one of the most striking parts of a ship in Blood & Plunder! But, the ship kits don't come with sails at al, so you are left to your own devices to craft a set of sails for your Blood & … Continue reading Sails for Blood & Plunder Ships
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
Using Blood & Plunder Pirate Ships in Dungeons & Dragons
Playing Dungeons and Dragons is an exciting adventure where players can take on the roles of different characters and embark on epic quests. One of the most thrilling experiences in D&D is playing as a pirate crew on a ship, navigating treacherous waters and facing dangerous foes. With the right group of players and a … Continue reading Using Blood & Plunder Pirate Ships in Dungeons & Dragons
Privateer Ship Variants Video
We have a new Ship Review video up on your YouTube channel. Check out this video on the alternate “Privateer” versions of the Sloop, Brigantine, and Fluyt. https://youtu.be/gbkejE2WIj8
Heavy Bark Ship Review Video
In this video, Dan, Guy, and Joseph review the Heavy Bark alternate rig for the Sloop model. https://youtu.be/0laR-_4_p1o