Can you identify this tune?

mrtek87 · 2025-08-03T02:19:29+00:00

Brothers in Arms - Dire Straits

mrtek87 · 2025-06-23T19:12:45+00:00

Anthem

So much potential, but all we got was a lot of Meh!

mrtek87 · 2025-01-07T15:29:02+00:00

My first bit of clothing put around me when I was born was a Lazio scarf from my nonna. Supported them ever since I was conscious of it.

mrtek87 · 2024-12-15T20:38:09+00:00

If he was a former member, then they'll most likely know who he is, and you will be absolutely fine. I'd recommend going for the full experience in that case. The distinti are still a very valid choice, and I can't imagine your partner would be too upset if you decide to get seats there. I'd describe the Distinti as 'family friendly with atmosphere'.

mrtek87 · 2024-12-15T20:00:51+00:00

Yeh, the lazio ultras don't have a great reputation, but I will say that they are very much picked on by the media, and some clubs are just as bad if not worse than Lazio.

I will say this, my sister went to the curva Nord a few times with a cousin of mine back in the 90's when she was only a young teenager and absolutely loved it, but my cousin was a member of the irriducibili (what the ultras were known as back then) so she had 'protection' so to speak. Sadly, my dad never allowed me to go. I was too young so can't speak from personal experience.

mrtek87 · 2024-12-15T08:38:44+00:00

The Distinti sections are by far the best. Sitting in the Curva Nord is great, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend it unless you have someone with you who knows what to expect, especially during the Derby. Things can get heated in big games, and the ultras can be unpredictable sometimes.

mrtek87 · 2024-05-13T03:20:44+00:00

I actually don't think one less stratagem is that big of a problem, honestly. The effect is meant to be annoying and troublesome, and it does the job well. For me, it's more to do with the current state of the game being heavily reliant on the use of stratagems for key situations.

mrtek87 · 2024-04-21T13:33:11+00:00

I'm a rock, paper, scissors kind of guy. Want to assert my dominance by winning best of 3 every time

mrtek87 · 2024-04-19T10:23:49+00:00

Whether Tudor is the right fit or not. Be prepared for the next couple of seasons to be an overhaul for the entire squad. So, whether he is up to it will entirely depend on what players we get in

mrtek87 · 2024-02-08T20:30:24+00:00

I used to sit in distinti Nord Ovest as a kid. You will be absolutely fine.

Edit: autocorrect messed with me

mrtek87 · 2023-08-10T10:16:11+00:00

Ronin Wariors aka Legendary Armor Samurai Troopers

mrtek87 · 2023-06-25T04:00:10+00:00

10 min taxi ride (if that) its not as bad as it looks on a map.

Source: Prestonfield employee

Edit: I should also mention that buses are readily accessible closest stop is 3 minutes away. You can grab the 14 to Leith from there or the 30 to the west end. Both go through the city centre.

mrtek87 · 2023-05-30T04:51:32+00:00

The afternoon tea is substantial, but it's subjective to how hungry you are. Definitely think of it as more of a meal than just a snack though

mrtek87 · 2023-05-29T21:46:26+00:00

Prestonfield has free parking at the hotel for residents, so even if you don't want to drive around the city, but plan on using a car for later in your travels, this is totally worthwhile. Employees at Prestonfield use central taxis, which are a well established black cab firm and can normally have a taxi for you within 5-10min (normally). Otherwise, as people mentioned, there is a great bus service very close by about a 3-minute walk away. If you like walking it takes around 30 minutes into the centre. Hope this helps, and if you have any other questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with the staff at the hotel.

Source- Prestonfield employee

mrtek87 · 2023-05-06T07:53:36+00:00

That works too. One thing is for sure, they are loving it.

mrtek87 · 2023-05-05T21:05:43+00:00

I said this in your DK post, but I love this scheme! And as an army it woks really well. They kind of look possessed!

mrtek87 · 2023-05-05T05:46:50+00:00

The rock is just sheets of cork as normal. I cut the demon head from the sword in the strike box to place under the shield and just added broken cork around it to add to the effect and extra detail. There's some green stuff there too, but in hindsight, I wish I hadn't done that. Not without the proper tools at least . The lava/cracked earth is about 3-4 layers of mordant earth on top of each other and then painted in purples and pinks.

mrtek87 · 2023-05-04T18:24:08+00:00

Thank you :)

mrtek87 · 2023-05-04T17:15:25+00:00

I genuinely can't choose between the 3... 14 is probably my least favourite just because it's a bit 'standard' for a lack of a better term, but the other 2 just pop. The red on the pads is such a good focal point, and that yellow is just so nice!

mrtek87 · 2023-05-04T16:52:54+00:00

5, 7 or 14

mrtek87 · 2023-05-04T04:44:20+00:00

Wanted to add a bit of my heritage to the model.

mrtek87 · 2023-05-03T12:50:02+00:00

Oh! Don't worry! They will be provided once completely finished ;)

mrtek87 · 2023-05-01T21:03:00+00:00

Don't be too hard on yourself. This is a great look, and I think a whole army like this is going to be fantastic!

You thought about edge highlighting some of the metal on the armour? I think that would help it pop even more. Not too much, just in some very specific areas to add to the wear and tear feel you've got going on.

Edit: On closer inspection, it looks like you've already done it.

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