Word of the Day -- Scorpio

The scorpio or scorpion was a type of Roman artillery piece. Also known by the name of the triggerfish, it was described in detail by Vitruvius. In the progressive evolution of catapults, the next major improvement after the scorpio was the cheiroballistra. A weapon of remarkable precision and power, the scorpio was particularly dreaded by the enemies of the Roman Empire.

The scorpio was a smaller catapult-type weapon, more of a sniper weapon than a siege engine, operated by one man. The scorpio was basically an early crossbow, a "catapult with bolts", probably first invented by the Greeks, then later adopted and used on a larger scale by the Roman legions. This catapult used a system of torsion springs to propel the bolts.

Reconstructed Scorpio, or Triggerfish

The temple stands under a few inche of water . . .

Mountains of Madness Animated

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Statues You Must Have

This first one, He-Man, is the first representation of him that I thought made him look really cool. I suspect its the double-bladed battle axe he has in hand (there is an option I think, of putting a sword in his hand). But regardless, its pretty darn cool.

Now if they could make that tiger of his covered in blood and dragging the corpse of some fool or the other...

 

This Red Sonja is one I've wanted for a long time. I love her strength in this. There's muscle beneath the flesh and pure power in the twisting pose...as if she has slain one foe and is ready for the next.

Armor Up

Movie Trailer ~ Swiss Army Man

Ok. Wow. This looks like something I've never seen.

I'm in.

Word of the Day -- Skirmisher

Skirmishers are infantry or cavalry soldiers stationed ahead or alongside a larger body of friendly troops. They are usually placed in a skirmish line to harass the enemy.

In ancient and medieval warfare, skirmishers typically carried bows, javelins, slings, and sometimes light shields. Acting as light infantry with their light arms and minimal armour, they could run ahead of the main battle line, release a volley of arrows, slingshots or javelins, and retreat behind their main battle line before the clash of the opposing main forces. The aims of skirmishing were to disrupt enemy formations by causing casualties before the main battle, and to tempt the opposing infantry into attacking prematurely, throwing their organization into disarray. Skirmishers could also be effectively used to surround opposing soldiers in the absence of friendly cavalry.

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To celebrate this event, we are have a 24 hour Adventures in Print Blowout Sale. In our Specials section, you will find over 40 adventures in print at only .99! While you are there, check out some of the other new items we've added in the featured product section. So hurry! Get over to the store before it ends Thursday at noon. Trollzah!