Popular Post Jay Posted February 26, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 Once again you find us enjoying the chapter. We say Awsome work and totaly captiveding our interest. It looks as Thomas future is well on hand for the war and afterwards. His lands and shipping, wealth are found to be second thought to him. His friends welling being is always forefount. in thought and action. We will have to see what the return of the king has instore for him and his men. Well done and looking foreward to the next. Al Norris, dtm180, militarypress and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SussexBoi Posted February 26, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 Here in England the BBC have been running a series called TABOO, based in London during 1814, the scenes around the London docks will give a good depiction would give you a good idea what life would have been like for Thomas and Snot. It has been shown in the US as well, it well worth a look if you can find it on the internet, If you are outside the UK maybe find a proxy server so you can kid the BBC internet Iplayer that you are in the UK . Following the story line it smacks of a Arthur story with many question marks of the future and some red herrings. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b088s45m dtm180, militarypress, Al Norris and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castle Herald Posted March 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 Arthur Drummer Boy: The Road North Enemy Guerrillas Chapter 13 Tinker Taylor Soldier I 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted March 3, 2017 Report Share Posted March 3, 2017 We see now Thomas has even more coin than he thought. I took note he did not want to know how much he had. He was still thinking of his men. Now we see Samosa. He is surely going to pay for his remarks to Thomas. Samosa's actions on his way back to his camp must have upset Thomas. Thomas even with the care he takes with his men has pushed them. Now we will see Samosa rule the day he came after poor Thomas and his boys. A wonderful chapter, can hardly wate to see what happens. militarypress, dtm180, Tinker Taylor Soldier I and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
militarypress Posted March 3, 2017 Report Share Posted March 3, 2017 Yes Jay..but what a storyline....Thomas has become more like a Sheriff (yet again), chasing the monster Samosa......When they turn this story into a thriller movie and need a bunch of extra's.....I want the part of being one of Thomas's army of deputies.........I hope they get that fuck. Jeikor, Tinker Taylor Soldier I, dtm180 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sircody Posted March 3, 2017 Report Share Posted March 3, 2017 I feel like Thomas fighting Samosa will make the people of the north see Thomas once again as there saver and will help him in anyway possible. I just hope we don't lose any good men because of samosa eevilness. militarypress, Al Norris and dtm180 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post James FitzHugh Posted March 3, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 3, 2017 I am a newcomer to this Forum but I have followed this story from it's beginning. The beauty of the story is in closeness to reality. If one were to watch the film on "Napoleon" one can clearly see how terrible these battles were. Men were simply pawns and fodder to be disposed of and disposed of they were. Guerrilla warfare was not a new phenomena even in this period. Although the story of EL TORO brings organized guerrilla warfare to a whole new level. As we see with El Toro's Army it is well organized and well trained along military lines. However, when we look at Samoso's band, it is just that a band over which there is a leader who, in Chapter 13, simply takes out 5 men and shoots them as an example rather than as the cause. The British Army of the time was "Peer" driven with the buying of officerships and very little, if any, promotion by merit. Under this method of army leadership there were often cases of atrocious leadership as we saw in the chapter describing the leadership of General Beresford. This "superior attitude" by the British Officers most of whom held or were in-waiting for their titles, actually led to our Thomas distancing himself from the British Military. Yet, the Viscount Wellington knows his worth and his value to the war effort. It was really sad to read of his pitiful offer when they met at the Ball. As someone wrote earlier, this story is a masterpiece for which one waits with baited breath for the next chapter. bobs1244, militarypress, dtm180 and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker Taylor Soldier I Posted March 4, 2017 Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 9 hours ago, James FitzHugh said: I am a newcomer to this Forum Welcome to the El Toro Club, James!!! I enjoy this forum because our fellow readers share interesting perspectives. Even though we read the same words, lots of times I've read a post here and thought... "Hmm... I didn't think of it that way." Or, "I totally missed that!" And... sometimes Sir Arthur chimes in and smacks us around with a red herring to make sure we 're all still awake and on our toes! Fun place. Good guys. All cheering for young Thomas. dtm180, militarypress, Al Norris and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tinker Taylor Soldier I Posted March 4, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 21 hours ago, militarypress said: I want the part of being one of Thomas's army of deputies I want to be Fairley, to protect Thomas and take care of his needs. :-) militarypress, Al Norris, dtm180 and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Arthur Posted March 5, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 5, 2017 Tinker, I promise there are no red herrings in the next chapter BUT; blood and guts abound, thank you all for the kind and positive entries and the seven hundred men and boys that follow Thomas also thank you (insert deviation to story here) The last red herring will be seen in chapter 15 (or 16 or 17 or all of the above) JohnnyC, Sircody, militarypress and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castle Herald Posted March 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2017 Arthur Drummer Boy: The Road North The End of Samosa Chapter 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jay Posted March 10, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 10, 2017 Once again we see Thomas trying to lead the charge, but his friends pulling him back for his safty. His body ratteled with pains he still pushes foreward. He calls for a general meeting to let all his men have a say in their fate. That shows respect and the careing he has for them all. Winter may have slowed his little army down, but fare from being out of the game. I look foreward to seeing what they come up with. militarypress, Sircody, JohnnyC and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtm180 Posted March 10, 2017 Report Share Posted March 10, 2017 Thomas and his army have worked hard, and now they have been sidetracked to clear away a bandito. The fact that Thomas's friends keep him in a safe place shows how much they care about him, and why should they not. Thomas has made it clear by his actions more than his words that he care's about his men and what happens to them. Winter is in and although the sky cleared up at the end of this chapter, do not be sure that this is a good thing. Clear skies in winter more often than not mean frost is about to make his appearance. I look forward to reading more of Thomas's adventure. Jay, Al Norris, militarypress and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post WolfLover Posted March 10, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 10, 2017 You guys are so Lucky! Because of my location (Germany) I don't get the story until Friday, unless I stay up 'till 1-2am to read it. lol But it makes Friday mornings enjoyable. I am new to this forum but not to Arthur's works. Normally I reach him through another site but this one is much more active. Needless to say, I love this story. But there are a couple of things that I have noticed and I wonder if Arthur is leaving a huge Red Herring! Has anyone else noticed that some major players in the Scouting and general mayhem world have been missing lately? It is very unusual for them not to have shown up before now. Not even to get in touch while Thomas was recovering. I hope all is well on that front. I also likes the reference to the fact that years later Thomas would have drinks with a certain member of the House of Lords. At least we know that he does have a long future. As others have said, the idea of the King returning is not a good thing and maybe in Arthur's version of Spain, things will be different. Can't wait till next week. Jay, dtm180, militarypress and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Sircody Posted March 10, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 10, 2017 51 minutes ago, WolfLover said: You guys are so Lucky! Because of my location (Germany) I don't get the story until Friday, unless I stay up 'till 1-2am to read it. lol But it makes Friday mornings enjoyable. I live in Japan how you think i feel i have to wait until Friday at 9 am to read it every week lol Honestly it one of the things that get me threw the week and what i look forward to all week. Another great chapter as always I think it would be interesting if Thomas ran into his first commander again and show him how far he came maybe even run into Carmelo step father would be interesting haven't heard from him in along while mostly after he taught Thomas so much. dtm180, Tinker Taylor Soldier I, militarypress and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Posted March 10, 2017 Report Share Posted March 10, 2017 Mind readers can be so hard to fool, why do you think I like herrings in tomato sauce (ketchup)? Alas I cannot continue to mislead you all so I will give you a hint as to the contents of the next chapter so you can set your worries aside. Chapter 15 will include Thomas and friends as well as guns, swords and geegee's Al Norris, militarypress, dtm180 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker Taylor Soldier I Posted March 12, 2017 Report Share Posted March 12, 2017 On 3/10/2017 at 6:16 PM, Arthur said: Chapter 15 will include Thomas and friends as well as guns, swords and geegee's You're really building up my appetite for herring, Sir Arthur. Once again, Google quickly helped me solve a translation problem... I discovered "geegee" is most likely a reference to a horse. Now I'll recall "geegee" every time I see one. Thanks for another great chapter, Arthur. Like everyone here, I'm anxious to see more... and damn glad I don't live in Germany or Japan... well... in this regard, anyway... otherwise, I'm sure they'd be splendid places to live. WolfLover ...welcome to the Club! Jeikor, dtm180, militarypress and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Norris Posted March 16, 2017 Report Share Posted March 16, 2017 As it often happens, Real Life® has reared it's ugly head. One thing or another has conspired to take up Arthur's time, to the point that chapter 15 is not yet done. As soon as he completes the chapter and sends it to me, we will be posting it. Parker, dtm180 and militarypress 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R08m4rv Posted March 17, 2017 Report Share Posted March 17, 2017 On 3/16/2017 at 2:44 PM, Al Norris said: As it often happens, Real Life® has reared it's ugly head. : "It would appear that LOKI has a hand in this" as Arthur would say. I hope that it is just a minor problem(internet down maybe) and that Arthur is in good health. Without my weekly dose of Thomas and his friends I am going to find something of Al's to read. dtm180, Al Norris, militarypress and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SussexBoi Posted March 17, 2017 Report Share Posted March 17, 2017 Ohhhhh Dearie Dearie me, rushed my breakfast this morning, ready for my start of the Friday day with a dose of drummer boy, to cheer up my weary soul. Such a disappointment to find it was not to be. I do hope Arthur is OK and not poorly or run off his feet with the Boring trials of day to day life. I guess the only thing I can do now is crack open a nice bottle of red wine or two .and await the next adventure of out friend Thomas and his Motley crew. Tinker Taylor Soldier I, Al Norris, dtm180 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Norris Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 I have it on good authority, from that guy who updates the website, that Monday the 20th will see chapter 15 of Drummer Boy! dtm180, militarypress and Tinker Taylor Soldier I 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 The news of chapter 15 on Monday is a delight. I hope to read the new addition then, as many of us diehard fans. I hope Authur is doing well and thank you for the new chapter. Tinker Taylor Soldier I, dtm180, Al Norris and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R08m4rv Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 1 hour ago, Al Norris said: I have it on good authority, from that guy who updates the website, that Monday the 20th will see chapter 15 of Drummer Boy! There you go I said it was something simple like internet problems. Good to know that all will be revealed on Monday and then I will be even better because I will only have to wait 4 days for chapter 16. Loki will be in a fit of rage or laughter at this development, as Arthur well knows ! dtm180, Tinker Taylor Soldier I, Al Norris and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken barber Posted March 18, 2017 Report Share Posted March 18, 2017 1 hour ago, Al Norris said: I have it on good authority, from that guy who updates the website, that Monday the 20th will see chapter 15 of Drummer Boy! Not sure that is a reliable source dtm180, militarypress and Al Norris 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Posted March 19, 2017 Report Share Posted March 19, 2017 Thank you all, Jay one word can describe the hold up of chapter 15 "Politicians" Nuff said. dtm180 and Al Norris 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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