OH!
As I was the account manager when the original was posted, it needs to be pointed out that the hull was a pre-built one!
Some challenge or what have you. It's been a long time.
This breaks so many vexillological conventions.
Maybe remove the small font text since it wouldn't show on a text block picture, but honestly otherwise this'll do fine since it's bound to piss off Grain just by how bad it looks.
The base colours are surprisingly not that bad... Look like one of those liquorice tube candies.
Perhaps we could use that prototype on The MBS Fillet's mast as a naval flag?
Again, great to see this here. While there's clearly work that needs doing (and sources to verify, and math that needs checking as I do NOT believe that weekly budget in the slightest) this is looking like a good sign for things to come. It's no Morrayge, but the implications for our naval power are wonderful.
Hm.
Notes:
Good to see, of course. Some support is great.
The scale, however, could use adjustment. The bridge, doors, and railings are far too small to fit humans. May need to be re-fitted. Remember, the seat part has a projection of a human if you need help scaling things.
The propeller pitch and turret turning seems to be controlled by the same VTOL action group. This is, of course, not goo as it impedes use greatly. Needs fixing.
The missiles are concerning. Where are we getting these? These things are clearly highly advanced with very high range. Tell me elsewhere how much these things cost, because I'm suspicious of who'd supply these at anything approaching fitting in a $4 million budget.
That weekly operating cost is also suspicious. This thing isn't being pedaled by monkeys, is it? That's dirt cheap for a lot of kit. You may have forgotten to switch a few units. Running efficiently with minimal ammo use (and no replacement missiles) would surely be a thousand times that. Remember, a cubic meter is 1000 liters! I've made those mistakes before and paid dearly for it.
It's quite quick despite the low power output. In fact, it has a lot of systems. Are you sure this thing only has 30kw? There's no shame in admitting to using a salvaged engine from another ship, so long as it's being done safely.
The guns concern me. Incredible muzzle velocity, fast firing, absolutely tiny. The breach must be the size of my thumb to fit in those turrets. And you say it's autoloaded? There's no way something that tiny is safe. I greatly recommend we find other cannons. Even if they're heavier, slower, and less punchy, the decreased risk of blowing up spectacularly (and likely also cheaper ammo)
Any other nitpicks... Doctrine!
This isn't really the fault of the ship, rather our procurement. This vessel, while definitely an asset for its big guns and air defense abilities, seems rather similar to a beefed-up Fillet class (side note: could use a name methinks). The Fillet, despite our need for speed, is not fast. That's on my, obviously, but it's a trawler. A hole is made with lightening speed, and the trawler comes in to exploit it. This thing would make a great heavy escort for the slower vessels, but for taking the fight more to Eel Protectorate assets I think we could still use something bigger.
I say a carrier of some sort. What do you say?
@TheMouse ... What?
Okay, there's... well, maybe...
Okay.
Grain needs to be funny. They live for it, seemingly. It wouldn't surprise me if internet exposure makes mental connections that they just can't help but crack dumb jokes with.
That or they said something childish like "draw a penis" with that SimplePaints thing.
@TheMouse Oh, goodness, I have no idea, really.
I never paid that close attention. The account had just started out, so it really wasn't attracting much attention and because of that I didn't pay much attention to the moderating. You cold probably ask Grain since they were on the site at a similar time, just not with an account. At least, that's as far as I am aware. I don't believe they had an account before being handed the Graingy account?
Somewhat unrelated, but have they ever slipped up to your knowledge? Gotten a ban or strike or removed craft? Any knowledge there?
@TheMouse In a warped sense, perhaps.
The company probably wanted someone with similarities in mannerisms to prevent too jarring a difference for the account's followers.
@TheMouse Me too. Unfortunately the biggest gun we have is mounted to the oceangoing equivalent of a go-kart.
It's still like 300mm but the platform is a joke.
@Graingy no
@Majakalona What?
+1@TemporaryReplacement Raaah.
+1What?
+1I am serious.
+1@TheMouse Indeed.
+1What?
+1”Ten thousand? My PC-!”
+1Hm. That’s definitely a plane.
+2I read the description, yes.
+1It was… rather an unpleasant read. I suggest you work on that.
@32 Probably not, but I suppose we’ll just have to wait and see.
@TheMouse Yeah.
+2Seriously, zoom in. You can see a faint red waterline and even a little blue from a brief.
Wait, nevermind, there were those concrete ear things in WWII.
+1I never thought I’d live to see the day sonar was employed for air-to-air purposes…
+1Wow.
+1Is… is that a ship????
+3@Noname918181818181818181 @Speedhunter Get a room, you two.
+2Seriously you’ve completely clogged this place
Oof
That performance cost...
We did it...
+1@Majakalona Well, the pearl sprinkles suck hard.
+1Very, very hard.
Ow.
OH!
As I was the account manager when the original was posted, it needs to be pointed out that the hull was a pre-built one!
Some challenge or what have you. It's been a long time.
... Now that's something I'd love to have right about now.
Any interest in selling?
@Eggplant Probably yes
@Majakalona You ever made a ginger bread house before?
+1@Monarchii Did you bite the trawler?
@Majakalona @Eggplant You're both wrong.
+1They're those horrible pearl sprinkles that break your teeth and kill your gums.
What?
This breaks so many vexillological conventions.
Maybe remove the small font text since it wouldn't show on a text block picture, but honestly otherwise this'll do fine since it's bound to piss off Grain just by how bad it looks.
The base colours are surprisingly not that bad... Look like one of those liquorice tube candies.
Perhaps we could use that prototype on The MBS Fillet's mast as a naval flag?
Again, great to see this here. While there's clearly work that needs doing (and sources to verify, and math that needs checking as I do NOT believe that weekly budget in the slightest) this is looking like a good sign for things to come. It's no Morrayge, but the implications for our naval power are wonderful.
Hm.
Notes:
Good to see, of course. Some support is great.
The scale, however, could use adjustment. The bridge, doors, and railings are far too small to fit humans. May need to be re-fitted. Remember, the seat part has a projection of a human if you need help scaling things.
The propeller pitch and turret turning seems to be controlled by the same VTOL action group. This is, of course, not goo as it impedes use greatly. Needs fixing.
The missiles are concerning. Where are we getting these? These things are clearly highly advanced with very high range. Tell me elsewhere how much these things cost, because I'm suspicious of who'd supply these at anything approaching fitting in a $4 million budget.
That weekly operating cost is also suspicious. This thing isn't being pedaled by monkeys, is it? That's dirt cheap for a lot of kit. You may have forgotten to switch a few units. Running efficiently with minimal ammo use (and no replacement missiles) would surely be a thousand times that. Remember, a cubic meter is 1000 liters! I've made those mistakes before and paid dearly for it.
It's quite quick despite the low power output. In fact, it has a lot of systems. Are you sure this thing only has 30kw? There's no shame in admitting to using a salvaged engine from another ship, so long as it's being done safely.
The guns concern me. Incredible muzzle velocity, fast firing, absolutely tiny. The breach must be the size of my thumb to fit in those turrets. And you say it's autoloaded? There's no way something that tiny is safe. I greatly recommend we find other cannons. Even if they're heavier, slower, and less punchy, the decreased risk of blowing up spectacularly (and likely also cheaper ammo)
Any other nitpicks... Doctrine!
This isn't really the fault of the ship, rather our procurement. This vessel, while definitely an asset for its big guns and air defense abilities, seems rather similar to a beefed-up Fillet class (side note: could use a name methinks). The Fillet, despite our need for speed, is not fast. That's on my, obviously, but it's a trawler. A hole is made with lightening speed, and the trawler comes in to exploit it. This thing would make a great heavy escort for the slower vessels, but for taking the fight more to Eel Protectorate assets I think we could still use something bigger.
I say a carrier of some sort. What do you say?
Now THIS is what I like to see!
Inspecting momentarily.
@Graingy Why are you still here?
@Speedhunter Terrible idea, go sit in the corner and feel bad.
Time out for you.
@TalonTheCRTguy he?
For finally getting back to me.
+1@TheMouse That is 2030% in-character for them. I am experiencing negative surprise right now.
+1@TheMouse ... What?
+1Okay, there's... well, maybe...
Okay.
Grain needs to be funny. They live for it, seemingly. It wouldn't surprise me if internet exposure makes mental connections that they just can't help but crack dumb jokes with.
That or they said something childish like "draw a penis" with that SimplePaints thing.
@Graingy Sure you will.
+1@TheMouse Oh, goodness, I have no idea, really.
+1I never paid that close attention. The account had just started out, so it really wasn't attracting much attention and because of that I didn't pay much attention to the moderating. You cold probably ask Grain since they were on the site at a similar time, just not with an account. At least, that's as far as I am aware. I don't believe they had an account before being handed the Graingy account?
Somewhat unrelated, but have they ever slipped up to your knowledge? Gotten a ban or strike or removed craft? Any knowledge there?
@Graingy Then shut up and quit commenting. You're obnoxious and not contributing anything here.
@Graingy Oh, well, in that case please get out.
+1@Graingy Then get out. MWBS and neutrals only.
Have some sportsmanship for goodness sake.
@TheMouse Oh, well I guess that confirms it.
@TheMouse In a warped sense, perhaps.
+1The company probably wanted someone with similarities in mannerisms to prevent too jarring a difference for the account's followers.
@Graingy Then why are you here?
@TheMouse They're a jerk. They love taunting people. This is no different.
+1@Graingy How else will I insult you?
I'm not blocking @OrangeConnor.
@Graingy Please stop.
@TheMouse Me too. Unfortunately the biggest gun we have is mounted to the oceangoing equivalent of a go-kart.
+1It's still like 300mm but the platform is a joke.