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I liked his appearances on the Red Green show. It showed that he could be funny as well as serious. RIP
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
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Ensis Ferrae wrote: Seeing articles hitting this morning that Robert Redford has passed at the age of 89
I know he's been in a lot of amazing movies and has given many memorable performances, but my favorite movie of his will always be Sneakers.
"Through the darkness of future past, the magician longs to see.
One chants out between two worlds: Fire, walk with me." - Twin Peaks
"You listen to me. While I will admit to a certain cynicism, the fact is that I am a naysayer and hatchetman in the fight against violence. I pride myself in taking a punch and I'll gladly take another because I choose to live my life in the company of Gandhi and King. My concerns are global. I reject absolutely revenge, aggression, and retaliation. The foundation of such a method... is love. I love you Sheriff Truman." - Twin Peaks
That’s a good choice. My preference would be the Sting. It’s kind of joyful to watch the whole thing come together. The man did a lot of awesome stuff.
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I always thought of Robert Redford in older movies like The Sting and Three Days of the Condor (and even A Bridge Too Far), but I remember my surprise and delight when he showed up in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, playing the villain no less. It made me wonder where he'd been in the intervening years.
RIP to one of the great ones.
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
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I don't know why, but the one Redford movie I wanted to watch again since his death has been 2001's Spy Game.
I remember watching at the time thinking it was a "handing over of the reins" type movie with Redford, a lion in winter even then, and superstar Pitt co-starring. That's all I can really remember of the movie, so it might be a forgettable one, but it has been 20+ years.
"Sometimes the only victory possible is to keep your opponent from winning." - The Emperor, from The Outcast Dead.
"Tell your gods we are coming for them, and that their realms will burn as ours did." -Thostos Bladestorm
Claudia Cardinale, an Italian actress who was in The Pink Panther and Once Upon A Time In The West, among many other things, passed away yesterday at age 87.
I was raised on classic movies when I was growing up, and The Pink Panther was one of them and has been one of my favorite movies since I was like 10 years old. I was too young to appreciate how beautiful Claudia Cardinale was back then, but once I got older I was like "Wow!" and then remembered she looked like that before my parents were born lol. May she RIP, and my condolences to her family and friends.
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
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Grotsnik Corp. Sorry, No Refunds.
Jane Goodall, famed primatologist/conservationist, passes at 91.
"Sometimes the only victory possible is to keep your opponent from winning." - The Emperor, from The Outcast Dead.
"Tell your gods we are coming for them, and that their realms will burn as ours did." -Thostos Bladestorm
Yeah, my mom informed me of this earlier today. Very sad even if she did live to a ripe old age. Keeping Up Appearances is a favorite show in my family; I've seen every episode many times. I remember one time my grandmother pointed out Patricia Routledge on Hetty Winthrop and young me was shocked because she didn't act like Mrs. Bucket at all! Showed she had good range as a performer. RIP
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
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The Grotsnik Corp Bump Feelerer 9,000. It only looks like several bricks crudely gaffer taped to a cricket bat.
Grotsnik Corp. Sorry, No Refunds.
I know her best from my many viewings of The Godfather saga, as Kay.
"Sometimes the only victory possible is to keep your opponent from winning." - The Emperor, from The Outcast Dead.
"Tell your gods we are coming for them, and that their realms will burn as ours did." -Thostos Bladestorm
Final Words, the flame of my life is about to go out. The fact that this message has been posted means that my time has finally come. I am no longer in this world--I have entrusted someone important to me with this final message," Itagaki's post read (via Facebook translation).
"My life was a continuous battle which I kept winning. I caused a lot of trouble for others too. I take pride in having fought to the end, and having followed my convictions. I have no regrets, but I am deeply sorry that I could not deliver new works to my fans. I'm sorry. So it goes.
Amidst the mists and coldest frosts he thrusts his fists against the posts and still insists he sees the ghosts.
Paul Daniel “Ace” Frehley, co-founder and lead guitarist of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died following injuries suffered during a fall last month, according to a statement from his family. He was 74.
Frehley’s family issued the following statement:
“We are completely devastated and heartbroken. In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers and intentions as he left this earth. We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others. The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace’s memory will continue to live on forever!”
'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
Aries Games & Miniatures wrote:It is with a heavy heart that we here at Aries have to say that Melissa Noe, wife of Mike Noe from Iron Wind Metals, has passed on from her battle against Cancer over night. As many of you know, Melissa was diagnosed with both Brain and Lung Cancer about 3-1/2 years ago. She fought bravely, with dignity, and continued to face each day with humor.
Melissa was there day one when we founded Aries Games & Miniatures, not just helping setup my account at Iron Wind Metals, but also to help out with ANY issue that ever came up. Throughout the years, we would email back and forth with both business content, as well as jokes. She would always ask about my kids, especially joking since I had not just twins but all of my kids are boys, and to always remind me about how much trouble they would cause and how much they would drive me insane.
Talking on the phone she was the exact same way. She was always a joy to speak to. Always upbeat, joyful, and full of energy. After 13 years in the business, and dealing with her directly for almost a decade before she stepped away to concentrate on her journey, it will be hard to know there won't be any more jokes coming in or ability to speak to her again. While many knew her as "The Office Wench"...we got to know her as much more. She was, and always will be, one of the best in the industry to have ever had the immense pleasure of getting to know.
Our hearts, prayers, and thoughts will be with Mike as he finds his way without the love of his life, as well as with Melissa's friends & family. She will be greatly missed.
'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote: You need your bumps felt. With a patented, Grotsnik Corp Bump Feelerer 9,000.
The Grotsnik Corp Bump Feelerer 9,000. It only looks like several bricks crudely gaffer taped to a cricket bat.
Grotsnik Corp. Sorry, No Refunds.
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Prunella Scales, probably best known as Sybil Fawlty is gone at 93.
She’d suffered from vascular dementia for around 15 years, so whilst always sad and a good innings, I hope her family take comfort knowing she’s at peace.
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I've seen some episodes of Fawlty Towers, it's a great show. Sybil Fawlty was so long-suffering to put up with Basil! Sad to hear that the actress had dementia and stuff in her final years, but like MDG said at least she's at peace now. RIP.
My armies (re-counted and updated on 11/7/24, including modeled wargear options):
Dark Angels: ~16000 Astra Militarum: ~1200 | Imperial Knights: ~2300 | Leagues of Votann: ~1300 | Tyranids: ~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: ~5000 | Kruleboyz: ~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: ~700
Check out my P&M Blogs: ZergSmasher's P&M Blog | Imperial Knights blog | Board Games blog | Total models painted in 2024: 40 | Total models painted in 2025: 40 | Current main painting project: Tomb Kings
Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote: You need your bumps felt. With a patented, Grotsnik Corp Bump Feelerer 9,000.
The Grotsnik Corp Bump Feelerer 9,000. It only looks like several bricks crudely gaffer taped to a cricket bat.
Grotsnik Corp. Sorry, No Refunds.
BorderCountess wrote: Just because you're doing something right doesn't necessarily mean you know what you're doing...
"Vulkan: There will be no Rad or Phosphex in my legion. We shall fight wars humanely. Some things should be left in the dark age." "Ferrus: Oh cool, when are you going to stop burning people to death?" "Vulkan: I do not understand the question."
– A conversation between the X and XVIII Primarchs
Duane Roberts, inventor of the frozen burrito has passed at the age of 88
via Gizmodo:
Few modern inventions have had a bigger impact on our nation than the frozen burrito. How much American productivity has been fueled by late nights spent chowing down on these microwaveable wonders? How many startups have been founded amidst mouthfuls of soggy tortilla bolstered by gooey bean and cheesey goodness? The full impact of this modern marvel may never be truly known. Unfortunately, the inventor of this magnificent invention has died.
"Sometimes the only victory possible is to keep your opponent from winning." - The Emperor, from The Outcast Dead.
"Tell your gods we are coming for them, and that their realms will burn as ours did." -Thostos Bladestorm
~16000 Astra Militarum: 
~1200 | Imperial Knights: 
~2300 | Leagues of Votann: 
~1300 | Tyranids: 
~3400 | Stormcast Eternals: 
~5000 | Kruleboyz: 
~3500 | Lumineth Realm-Lords: 
~700
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