U.S. Marines from 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, take up positions behind battle-damaged walls as they continue to engage the fighters of the Montana al-Sadr-led Mehdi Army during the Battle of Najaf in August, 2004.
(Photo by: Lucian Read)
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So as some of yall know, back when Halo Infinite was first being announced and my scifi drive was in the high skies, I had played with the Idea of bringing the Covenant into Warhammer 40k tabletop by just playing them as reskinned Tau. Honestly I'm getting a bit worryingly close to doing so again!
Despite the fact I have nine necrons, three of which are vehicles, and half an eldar warlock left to paint I'm very hesitant to start a new army.... buuut if I were to start with a combat patrol would that be so bad?
With tau Drones being little more than "tokens" I figured I can remove them as long as I have a representative such as a jackal Sargeant with a Plasma carbine pointing at something to symbolize a marker Drone attached to the Sargeant.
Grunts with plasma pistols are tau with Pulse carbines
Jackals with plasma carbines are tau with pulse rifles (I know the pictures have the wrong guns but I couldn't find right picture and I didn't have the files on hand)
The Missile pod thing for the tau squad is a heavy grunt with a turret
The Etheral is just a Prophet because all they do is float around and tell people what to do
The rest kinda self explanatory, Stealth elites are Stealth suits, fireblade is an Elite Major (might swap that to a minor since he'd still be leading a squad of Grunts/jackals and I don't think the files I'm gonna use has the proper sized elite generals yet)
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Everyday i get peeved with the fact that rabbids invasion never introduces verminators like hate how they are in like one game
They could or replaced the police with them or something
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Werefluff and soon-to-be Weregrunt (if survived)
(im not gonna copy paste about them so feel free to check em on my toyhouse instead)
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In one of the most famous photographs from the war in Iraq and still gripping his 9mm Beretta, a seriously injured 1st Sgt. Brad Kasal is carried from the “Hell House” by Lcpl Chris Marquez and Lcpl Dane Shaffer on November 13, 2004.
1st Sgt. Kasal lost much of his blood and nearly lost his right leg after being shot seven times by insurgents. His body was peppered with shrapnel as he used his body to shield an injured younger Marine, PFC Alex Nicoll, from a grenade blast.
For his heroic actions that day while serving as first sergeant of Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, Brad Kasal received the Navy Cross.
(Photo by: Lucian Read)
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Hello, swagat hai aapka meri vulnerabilities ke andar.
Welcome back to another edition of Grunts and Gratitude, where I take a moment to reflect on life's unexpected twists and turns. This week's journey is marked by a moment of frustration and resilience, as I navigate through the grunts and find gratitude amidst the chaos.
Grunt of the week:
MY PHONE BROKE : As I made my way down the stairs, lost in thought, a sudden collision shattered the tranquility of my morning. With a jolt, I felt the impact as someone bumped into me, causing my phone to slip from my grasp. Time seemed to slow as I watched in horror as it tumbled down not one, but two stories, landing with a resounding crash in the basement below. The sickening sound of glass hitting the floor echoed through the stairwell, leaving me stunned and speechless.
The sight of my phone lying broken and battered on the cold concrete filled me with frustration and despair. How could something so simple as a misstep on the stairs lead to such a disastrous outcome? In that moment, I couldn't help but feel a wave of annoyance wash over me, cursing my luck and the clumsiness of the situation.
Gratitude of the week:
Yet, amidst the almost shattered screen and loud gasps from strangers, a glimmer of gratitude began to emerge. As I took a deep breath and surveyed the damage, I realized a few things:
1. Nothing happened to me: while my phone may be broken, I was unharmed. In the grand scheme of things, a shattered screen was a small inconvenience compared to the potential harm that could have befallen me in that fall.
2. I wasn't alone: I found myself surrounded by my kind friend who rushed to my aid, offering words of comfort and assistance. Their empathy and concern served as a reminder of the goodness that exists in the world, even in moments of chaos and uncertainty.
3. I can learn something from this: this mishap also served as a valuable learning opportunity. It prompted me to reflect on the importance of mindfulness and being present in the moment. Perhaps keeping my phone securely tucked away in my bag, rather than in my hand, could prevent similar accidents in the future.
As I reflect on the events of this week, I am reminded of the resilience of the human spirit. Despite the setbacks and challenges we may face, there is always a reason to be grateful. Whether it's the safety of ourselves and those we love, the compassion of our friends, or the lessons learned from our experiences, there is beauty to be found amidst the brokenness.
So here's to embracing the grunts and finding gratitude in the midst of life's unpredictability. Until next time, stay grateful.
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