Tactical discussion: Combatting Attack Trolls - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Neurion · 02-10-2005, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by The Saucepan Man

Not sure that it's quite as clear cut as that. Did you read the articles I linked to?

Whether they're immune to sunlight or not, I think the mirriors are worth looking into. The Byzantines apparently possesed a system of mirrors whereby they could focus sunlight into a laser-like beam capable of setting ships on fire. Surely a device like that could be used as an effective deterrent at the very least.

alatar · 02-10-2005, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Neurion

Whether they're immune to sunlight or not, I think the mirriors are worth looking into. The Byzantines apparently possesed a system of mirrors whereby they could focus sunlight into a laser-like beam capable of setting ships on fire. Surely a device like that could be used as an effective deterrent at the very least.

Mythbusters, a TV show on the Discovery channel, say 'no' to the mirror in regards to setting boats aflame MythBusters Episode 16. Note that Trolls (resistant or native) were not tested.

Neurion · 02-10-2005, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by alatar

Mythbusters, a TV show on the Discovery channel, say 'no' to the mirror in regards to setting boats aflame MythBusters Episode 16. Note that Trolls (resistant or native) were not tested.

Hmm. well Tolkien did make paralels between the Gondorians and the Byzantines, so perhaps we should start researching Greek Fire.

Snorri Swifthammer · 02-10-2005, 10:14 PM

Hmmm, I believe the ulimate weapon can be stolen from elsewhere...

The Hobbit DoomDiver!

More or less it is a giant ballista, however instead of firing bolts it fires Hobbits in hangglider (with a spear in front) that can pilot the missile at the enemies. Surely a 1:1 ratio of hobbit to troll losses would be acceptable.

alatar · 02-11-2005, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Snorri Swifthammer

Hmmm, I believe the ulimate weapon can be stolen from elsewhere...

The Hobbit DoomDiver!

More or less it is a giant ballista, however instead of firing bolts it fires Hobbits in hangglider (with a spear in front) that can pilot the missile at the enemies. Surely a 1:1 ratio of hobbit to troll losses would be acceptable.

Silly Dwarf. A better version lies right under your beard. Dwarven DoomDivers carry more weight (the 'm' in F=ma), are more resistant to flak/countermeasures due to steel mailshirts, have a slightly better survival rate (okay, so it's still almost zero) and if conscious after impact may say something sarcastic regarding elvish princes - what's not to like?

I hear that recruitment has already started...don't wait til the last minute as you still have your choice of hang glider color.

Snorri Swifthammer · 02-11-2005, 10:03 AM

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alatar · 02-11-2005, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Snorri Swifthammer

Presented without comment

Presented without thought, perhaps?

1. Where are the trolls?

2. Only Saruman can shoot fireballs as he's the White Wiz...or he was the White...whatever color he is, he did shoot a fireball. That we all know for sure. However, it may be a once a day thing, hardly enough to be of any use in battle (if he could shoot more, then Isengard wouldn't be so squishy). Just a thought - Saruman, rumored to be able to project his voice from great heights (in the PJ world at least) could provide great battle commentary from the kite.

3. Blue wizards throw water balloons.

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02-10-2005, 10:14 PM	#4
Snorri Swifthammer Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Erebor Posts: 49	Hmmm, I believe the ulimate weapon can be stolen from elsewhere... The Hobbit DoomDiver! More or less it is a giant ballista, however instead of firing bolts it fires Hobbits in hangglider (with a spear in front) that can pilot the missile at the enemies. Surely a 1:1 ratio of hobbit to troll losses would be acceptable.