Over a few days, I watched several B movies that had similar theme. All were on Tubi and after watching one, I went down to the “If you liked this, here are some suggestions…” section and watched another. All have one theme in common – Nazi and the Third Reich. Two are pretty much science…
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B-Movie Inspirations: Escape to Athena (1979)
What do you get when you smash Roger “James Bond” Moore, David “Guns of Navarone” Niven, Telly “Kojak” Savalas, Sonny “Cher’s Ex” Bono, Richard “Shaft” Roundtree, and Elliot Gould into a World War II movie that is one part heist, one part espionage and one part Greek Isle vacation? Throw in Nazis, POW camp in…
Claw Worm
Savage Bloodshadows: Blood of Tarrian Creatures A subterranean, predatory worm of unnatural size and aggression, characterized by powerful, chitinous claws used for burrowing and tearing flesh. They are often found in dark, damp environments – sewers, forgotten catacombs, deep caves, or even the rotting foundations of derelict buildings. The tell-tale scraping sound often precedes a…
Viperweed
Savage Bloodshadows: Blood of Tarrian Creatures Viperweed A predatory, semi-sentient, and fast-growing plant that thrives in the untamed wilderness of Marl, particularly in areas touched by lingering magical energies or ancient corruption. It resembles a tangle of thick, sinuous vines covered in leaf-like scales, with a distinct, unsettling hiss when disturbed. Its head or mouth…
Craft Stats: Robo Sentry Tower
Robotic Sentry Tower (Standard) This automated guard tower is designed for defense and surveillance, equipped with a heavy weapon for engaging threats. It operates autonomously or under central command. Attributes: Agility: -; Smarts: d8 (Processor/AI); Spirit: d6 (Resilient); Strength: d10 (Heavy construction); Vigor: d10 (Durability) Skills: Notice: d8; Shooting: d8 Pace: — (Immobile) Parry: 2…
Craft Stats: Security Robots & Drop Pods
Base Model Attributes: Agility d6, Smarts d4, Spirit d4, Strength d8, Vigor d8 Skills: Athletics d6, Battle d4, Fighting d6, Intimidation d6, Notice d6, Shooting d8+2 Pace: 6; Parry: 6; Toughness: 14 (6) Hindrances: Bloodthirsty, Vow (Major-serve owner) Special Abilities: Saw Blade Claw Little John Big John
Craft Stats: Swamp Ravager
Wild Card A towering terror that prowls wetlands, jungles, and alien fens. With a predator’s instincts, immense strength, and a prehensile tail capable of crushing or grappling prey, the Swamp Ravager is a nightmare given form. Attributes: Agility d8, Smarts d6 (A), Spirit d8, Strength d12+4, Vigor d12 Skills: Athletics d10, Fighting d12, Intimidation d10,…
B-Movie Inspirations: The Undefeated (1969) & The Lair (2022)
I watched two completely unrelated movies today and got an idea from them. I wanted to write it down before I forgot. First there was The Undefeated, one of the early team-ups of John Wayne and Rock Hudson. It is a western-action flick from 1969. It is set primarily 4 years after the Civil War,…
Craft Stats: Remis G-19 Demon Gunship
Remis Warmachine G-19 Demon Gunship (Medium Assault / Fire Support) Size Hand. Top Speed Tough. Wounds Energy Mods. Cost 6 -1 8 20 (8) 4 5 18 (18) – Crew: 3 (Pilot, Gunner, Systems Officer); Passengers: 4 Weapons Weapon Range Damage AP ROF Notes Dual Light Particle Lances 100/200/400 4d6+4 (II) 5 3 Fixed front…
Craft Stats: Remis G-14 Diablo Gunship
Large VTOL Advanced Military Gunship Size Hand. Top Speed Tough. Wounds Energy Mods. Cost 7 (Large) –1 8 16 (6) 4 5 21 (21) – Crew: 2 (Pilot, Gunner) Weapons Weapon Range Damage AP ROF Notes Chin-Mounted Auto-Cannon 50/100/200 3d8(I) 4 4 High-velocity anti-armor support Side-Mounted Laser Miniguns 50/100/200 3d6+4 4 4 Can fire independently…