As we approach Q4 of 2018, we have a roadmap update. Our networking improvements went live last week, so the only item remaining on the roadmap for Q3 is the new mystery squad…
New Weapons
It's always nice to add interesting new tools of war to the game. We've got two to show off today, one quite advanced for the time, and one a literal 'tool' of war.
Webley-Fosbery
The Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver was of unusual design with the zig-zag grooves on the cyclinder which were cocked by sliding the upper part of the frame back in recoil. Because this design did not require the rotation of the cylinder when pulling the trigger it was much easier to fire accurately and thus popular with target shooters. It saw limited action during WW1 as a private purchase weapon, never being adopted because of easy fouling of the mechanism.
The Webley-Fosbery was a recoil-operated automatic revolver.
Entrenching Tool
The desperate nature of the fighting in the trenches saw the use of entrenching tools as effective melee weapons. The 1908 E-Tool was carried by most commonwealth troops and was easily accessible as a melee weapon.
Not only useful for digging trenches!
Reenactment Event - First Battle of Ypres 1914
If you fancy the idea of taking part in a 128 player Verdun battle, and don't mind a bit of discipline, take a look at this thread if you think you might be interested.
Here an example of a previous Reenactment Event:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51mUI0hNKZI&feature=youtu.be
European Nations Cup 2018
The tournament is happening this weekend! Our community has also organized a battle of national teams in Europe - last year saw 169 players take part! For more info check out this thread. Battle begins on Saturday 15th - best of luck to everyone involved!