Weird WWII TV Commercial

Well Pabst has a new advertising blitz in where it honors the US servicemen who fought during WWII, but the weird thing is that it is only being played in the Chinese market.  Now I know the Chinese helped us kick the shit outta the Japs in the ol' WWII but I think things have changed and don't see this marketing ploy winning in that market.  Anyway, take a gander at the insanity and see what ya think.

Who knows, maybe America is big in China?
Brian

"1942"

Movie Poster

DVD Cover

A small group of Japanese soldiers are lost in the Malaysian jungle after an enemy artillery barrage separates then from their unit.  The men, along with an Army photographer, head off to rejoin their comrades to only find that they are getting more and more lost in a jungle that seems to want to keep them from escaping.  And if the situation wasn't bad enough, the cameraman clams to witness what looks to be a shadowy figure following them in his viewfinder.  Can these men find their way back to their lines or will they be swallowed up by the labyrinthine-like jungle or the thing that shadows their every step?  This Singaporean low budget weird WWII flick isn't so bad.  Its got some creepy visuals and a lot of heart.  Watched it online but it looks like it might have been taken down so you might check around for the DVD.  Check out the trailer and see what you think.

Nothing worse then those damned Asian girl ghosts,

Brian

"Ollie Klublershturf vs. The Nazis"

A group of Nazis are bent on capturing a time machine that Ollie has just built.  Can this young inventor out smart these follower of the crooked cross before he has to take a bath or will they rewrite history in their fascist dream?!  This isn't the funniest skit by Funny or Die but its worth a once over just because all the talent at the table.  Take a gander here and watch Ollie out fox them nasty nazis.

That time machine needs a fucking muffler!
Brian

Weird WWII TV Commercial

I was just screwing around and found this really weird Weird WWII TV commercial.

I was bored ok?!

Brian

"Battle Cry"

Battle Cry 1 (comic)

Battle Cry 1 (magazine)

(It's actually number 21 since it continued from where the comic numbers left off.)

Battle Cry was first an anthology war comic in the 50s that would soon change its format to a men's magazine after the Comic Code bullshit hit the comic industry.  The title would last until the 70s with it eventually ending up as a great pulp trash mag like the rest did. But in its early days it was more of a serious publication that had many of its articles written by vets about their own experiences in the service.  In fact, Audie Murphy wrote up a story of his exploits within its pages in the 50s which is considered by some as one of the best articles in the whole genera.  Its a great publication in any form so if you see one in the bargain bin at your local book store or on the back of the toilet of at your grandfather's house, give it a gander as see what you think.

Another great bit of reading,

Brian

D-Day 2

To ring in the anniversary of Operation Overlord, the crew over at War has uploaded a tale of D-Day from Charlton Comics' D-Day comic.  Swing over here and see some exciting exploits of our airborne boys during the invasion.

Time to kick some kraut ass!
Brian

Amazing Stories "The Mission"

An American bomber crew in WWII is returning home after being damaged during a raid over Germany.  The ship is beat up but all the crew are alive.  The only problem is that the crew's "lucky charm" is trapped in the lower ball turret and the bomber's landing gear is blown away.  Will they figure out a way to save him or will his final 25th mission be the last thing he ever sees?!  This episode is a total blast from the past from my childhood!  I loved the Amazing Stories series and this is one of my favorite episodes.  With Kevin Costner, Casey Siemaszko, Kiefer Sutherland starring in it and Stephen Spielberg directing it, this is an instant classic and a great Weird WWII tale to boot!  Remember the good old days of your youth by checking it out here.

A true WWWII classic,
Brian

"Band of Bastards"

 

 Band of Bastards 1 German DVD Cover

 Band of Bastards 1 Italian DVD Cover

Band of Bastards 2 German DVD Cover

Band of Bastards 2 Italian DVD Cover

Band of Bastards 3 German DVD Cover

 Band of Bastards 3 Italian DVD Cover

Band of Bastards 4 German DVD Cover

 Band of Bastards 4 Italian DVD Cover

Well, leave it to the Italians to continue on producing the worst in WWII fare.  Mario Salieri brings back the Nazi-exploitation flick in spades with his Band of Bastards series of porno flicks.  This series follows a cast of German, Italian and Russian characters on the Russian front during WWII with a pretty high standard for a period piece porno with some actual plot, great locales, accurate WWII weapons, vehicles, kit and not to mention some hot ass Italian porn stars to boot!  Unfortunately, like all this trash, it lost me with the whole rape fetish stuff.  But what do you expect from this kinda trash?  So, if you're not afraid of full hardcore fetish porn with all the normal traits that this type of exploitation offers, swing by the links above and have at it.

Just more trash to rot your brain with,

Brian

"Air Fighters Comics" 3

 

Well here ya go another steamy adventure of my favorite aviatrix, Black Angel!

Thanks again Pappy,
Brian

Airfighters Comics 3

Remember the fallen this Memorial Day

This Memorial Day, we honor all those men and women who fell in the line of duty so that this nation may stay safe and free.  We also say to all those still risking it all to stay safe and God speed back home.

Thank you all,
the Cottrells

"America’s Best Comics" 2

Here is another Golden Age tale of the Black Terror!  Go get'em boys!

Thanks again Pappy!
Brian

Battleground Weird WWII: The "Maultier" SdKfz 3a, SdKfz 3b, SdKfz 3c, SdKfz 3/4, SdKfz 3/5, SdKfz 4 & SdKfz 4/1

SdKfz 3a

SdKfz 3b

SdKfz 3c

 SdKfz 3/4

SdKfz 3/5

SdKfz 4 Munitionskraftwagen fur Nebelwerfer

 SdKfz 4/1 w/15cm Panzerwerfer 42

SdKfz 4/1 w/8cm Raketen-Vielfachwerfer

Notes:  The Mule series of half-track trucks were designed in response to the poor road conditions on he Russian front and to give rocket artillery better mobility on the battlefield.  The Opel, Ford and KHD 2-ton and Mercedes-Benz 4-ton truck chassis were chosen to be fitted with the rear track.  Later an armored version would be produced and used as a mobile rocket system.  These things make great general transport for any game so be sure to pick some up.  Also, be sure to get the excellent Battleground WWII rules to get the most outta your gaming!
Date Introduced:  SdKfz 3 (Late '42), SdKfz 4 & SdKfz 4/1 (Mid '43)
Users:  Germany
Vehicle Chart:  We just use the truck vehicle chart found in the main rulebook and just modify were needed.
Crew:  All models have a crew of 2 (driver & asst. driver)
Cargo:  The SdKfz 3 models can transport up to 20 passengers and the 3/5 model up to 30 or up to several tons of cargo.  The SdKfz 3/4 can carry 9 litters with 2 orderlies or up to 10 walking wounded plus 2 orderlies.  The SdKfz 4 is capable of carrying up to several tons of cargo.  All vehicles are capable of towing small trailers or equipment as normal.
SdKfz 3 Models:  These models will use the rules for half-tracks for purposes of movement but will be considered a truck for all other purposes.
SdKfz 4 Models:  The SdKfz 4 is used as a munitions carrier for the SdKfz 4/1 model rocket launcher.  This model will be considered a half-track in all situations.
SdKfz 4/1:  If any incoming fire strikes the rocket launcher when it is armed, the rockets will detonate as normal on a roll of 8 or less.  The detonation will also cause an automatic penetration to the vehicle with a -4 to the Penetration Effects Chart.
SdKfz 4/1 AAMG:  The 4/1 has a pintel mounted LMG on the rear of the drivers cab with a 180-degree field of fire to the vehicle's front.  The weapon can only be used if the gunner is exposed on top of the vehicle's bed.
SdKfz 4/1 Rocket Launcher:  The SdKfz 4/1 mounted both the 8cm Raketen-Vielfachwerfer and
15cm Panzerwerfer 42 rocket launchers.  The 15cm Panzerwerfer 42 could be mounted with smoke, gas or HE rockets where the 8cm Raketen-Vielfachwerfer can mount German and Russian 32mm smoke and HE rockets.  Although, this weapon is used to attack targets at long range it is still possible to fire the weapon in a direct fire mode in emergencies.  To do this the crew must first pass a 1/2 Skill Check and then they can move the launcher and then fire it.  The launcher has a -12-degree to +80-degree elevation and may be elevated up or down 90-degrees per action.  Each rocket will roll the Artillery Dice for scatter and all misfires will be ignored and re-rolled and hits will indicate a hit to the intended target.  If there is any intervening terrain or anything else in the rocket's flight plan from the vehicle to its target then it will be hit instead.  To determine the rocket's flight path just eyeball it from the launcher and note the rocket launcher's actual position when it comes to targets.  The rockets Below are the characteristics of the various rockets that can be mounted on the SdKfz 4/1.  Note that the rocket launcher cannot be reloaded and used in a direct fire mode within the time of a single battle.

 Rocket     HE    HE Size

                                                                               80mm       14      Medium
                                                                              150mm       28       Large 

Snow Chains:  Snow chains are fitted to the tires of vehicles to help them better grip onto icy surfaces.  If a vehicle has snow chains then it will receive a -1 bonus to any Bog Checks made on icy or snowy roads.  Availability is a 10 or less on any front.
Wargaming Piece:  There are several 1/48 model kits on the market of the SdKfz 3 and 4 models.

     Wt   Sz   HF   TF   HS   TS   HR   TR   HT   TT   Sd   Ld   TR   Ty   Smk   HMG   CMG   AAMG   Gun   AP   APCR   HEAT   HE   HE Size

*1   4     M   -----  -----  -----  -----   -----  -----  -----  -----  12  -----  -----  Trk   -----     -----     -----      -----     -----   -----     -----     -----    -----     -----
*2   4     M   -----  -----  -----  -----   -----  -----  -----  -----  12  -----  -----  Trk   -----     -----     -----      -----     -----   -----     -----     -----    -----     -----
*3   5     M   -----  -----  -----  -----   -----  -----  -----  -----  12  -----  -----  Trk   -----     -----     -----      -----     -----   -----     -----     -----    -----     -----
*4   4     M   -----  -----  -----  -----   -----  -----  -----  -----  12  -----  -----  Trk   -----     -----     -----      -----    -----    -----     -----     -----    -----     -----
*5   9      L   -----  -----  -----  -----   -----  -----  -----  -----  12  -----  -----  Trk   -----     -----     -----      -----    -----    -----     -----     -----    -----     -----
*6   7     M    0      0      0      0     0      0    0     0     12  -----   ----- Trk    15      -----     -----     LMG    -----   -----    -----       -----    -----     -----
*7   8    ***   0      0      0      0     0      0    0     0     12  -----     S   Trk    15      -----     -----     LMG  **RL   -----    -----       -----    -----     -----
*1-SdKfz 3a/*2-SdKfz 3b/*3-SdKfz 3c/*4-SdKfz 3/4-*5-SdKfz 3/5/*6-SdKfz 4/*7-SdKfz 4/1
** See the SdKfz 4/1 Rocket Launcher riles above.
*** The SdKfz 4/1 w/15cm Panzerwerfer 42 is a Medium size vehicle where the 4/1 w/8cm Raketen-Vielfachwerfer is a Large vehicle.