THE YEAR OF THE TIGER: A 2022 RETROSPECTIVE

 

THE YEAR OF THE TIGER: A 2022 RETROSPECTIVE

Date: December 31, 2022 Location: The Motor Hotel, Shreveport, LA Status: SOLITARY WATCH

THE VIEW FROM THE MOTOR HOTEL It’s New Year's Eve. I’m sitting here alone in a room at the Motor Hotel in Shreveport. No party, no noise, just me and the silence of the turn of the year.

But as I sit here, looking back at 2022, I don't feel isolated. I feel victorious.

In the Chinese Zodiac, this was the Year of the Water Tiger (Feb 1, 2022 – Jan 21, 2023). We are still in its grip for a few more weeks, but as the calendar flips tonight, I have to document what this year actually meant. It wasn't just another year of survival; it was the year we went on the offensive.

FROM THE HOTEL ROOM TO THE NORTHERN SEAS The world sees a quiet hotel room. I see a command center. This year, we achieved things that will last forever in the gaming history books:

1. The Land Rush (March 2022): We fought for our place. That $333 investment—earned the hard way—secured Achrox, Tygeria, and New Tuslan. We put a flag in the ground.

2. The Armory: We stocked the war chest with the books and lore needed to rule that land.

3. The Canonization: This is the big one. The Tygerians are no longer just an idea I had. They are printed in the Monsterary of Zimrala. The Goddess Sekhmet has chosen them. The map marks our port.

THE QUIET VICTORY There’s something fitting about being here by myself tonight. The Tiger Force has always been about the solitary watch—the graveyard shifts, the long nights, the planning when no one else is watching.

While everyone else is watching the ball drop, I’m looking at the map of Grid B-4. I’m looking at the stats for the Tygerian Champions. I’m realizing that while I might be physically in a Motor Hotel in Shreveport, my legacy is now permanently established in the Northlands of Zimrala.

THE FINAL LOG OF 2022 So, from my room to yours, wherever you are: Happy New Year. 2022 was the Year of the Tiger, and we owned it. 2023 is coming, and we are ready.

Signed:  Emperor of The Tygerian Isles Rajah Gundu

El Tigre de Setos was preparing to return November of 2022

 

The Roar That Was Silenced, But Will Maybe One Day Echo Again?

November 2022. The air crackled with anticipation. My boots were laced tighter, my training sessions were pushing me harder, and the familiar thrill of the squared circle was buzzing in my veins. El Tigre de Setos was preparing to return.

The destination: El Paso, Texas. A local wrestling company had extended an invitation, a chance to reignite the passion and step back into the spotlight. And the plans they had… they were the stuff of wrestling dreams. A singles title run. Winning the gold on my birthday. A full-blown birthday bash to celebrate. The script was written, the roar of the crowd was almost audible in my mind.

But life, as it so often does, delivered an unexpected and brutal blow. The chest pains started subtly, a nagging discomfort that quickly escalated into a terrifying reality. A heart attack. Then, a stroke. In an instant, the bright lights of the ring faded, replaced by the sterile environment of a hospital room. The carefully laid plans for El Tigre’s triumphant return were derailed, thrown off the tracks by a force I couldn’t grapple with.

The disappointment was immense, a crushing weight on top of the physical trauma. The excitement, the anticipation, the sheer joy of knowing I was on the verge of something special – all of it vanished in a haze of pain and fear. The roar of the returning tiger was silenced before it could even begin.

The road to recovery has been challenging, a different kind of fight than the ones I’m used to. It’s a battle fought not under the bright lights, but in quiet moments of therapy and perseverance. It’s a test of a different kind of strength, one that requires patience and unwavering determination.

While the immediate future may look different than I envisioned back in November 2022, the spirit of El Tigre de Setos has not been extinguished. The passion for professional wrestling still burns within me. The desire to step back into that ring, to feel the energy of the crowd, to tell stories with my body – that fire remains.

This isn’t the end of the story. It’s a new chapter, one filled with challenges, yes, but also with resilience and hope. The roar may have been silenced for a time, but mark my words, it will echo again. The tiger may be wounded, but it is far from defeated. The comeback story is just waiting to be written.

But not on this birthday I was laying flat on my back ies the hospital hooked up to heart monitors and they didn't release me until December 24th, 2022.

Stay tuned. The best is yet to come.

News - Trollhalla Press Becomes Trollgodfather Press - To Lose ALL Tunnels & Trolls Titles

 Not the clearest news, but interesting nonetheless. Note, I received this update via email from DTRPG.

This was sent out a while back however, I never pay that much attention to much to drive through emails becuse they spam the hell out of me so I save them to review later. However, Sinse I haven't been able to pay for google storage this month I am going to have to clean out my emails and found this So Today I have finally got around to Posting this email from Ken St andre Via Drive Through RPG.

Greetings, my friends.

I have some news for you. 

Trollhalla Press changed its name to Trollgodfather Press.  Trollgodfather still has all its titles, but sometime in the near future, it will lose all of the Tunnels & Trolls titles as well as all of the Monsters! Monsters! titles.  If you've been putting off buying any of that, especially the pdf versions of Monsters! Monsters! don't let it slide too long.  When the new owner takes things over, prices are very likely to go up on everything.

In other news, my non-T&T games, Starfaring, Power Trip, and Rollerball have all done very well, also.  If you thought about my superhero variant of T & T, Power Trip, you might want to grab that before the end of the month too, as it probably won't be available next month.   Starfaring has already sold over 100 copies and Power Trip has over 50.  I am quite elated over the success of both of these products.

Times are changing, friends. Get the best of the old world while you can--the new world will be here before you know it.

Trollishly,

Ken St. Andre

With that Said I decided to go and check out what I currently don't have and ,making a list of what I want and fell I have to have I will be posting some reviews of Ken's Work over the years.

heres the Drive Throu link if any one wants it click here

The New World is here is of course Ken and Steve's new collaborated work on Zimrala which I have helped to kickstart if you want more information on this go to my blog posts for April 2022 and read through them all so the following page on this blog has been set up to run Zimrala.

Leo Constellation: The Ultimate Guide (2022)

 I found a blog post I thought was interesting and would like to share it with all of you! it was Last updated: December 31st, 2021 By Jeff Johnson

Object name: Leo Constellation

Abbreviation: Leo
Symbolism: The Lion
R.A. position: 12h 26m 07s
Dec. position: 25° 59′ 16″
Distance from Earth: Average distance is 1535 light-years
Brightest star: Regulus
Visible at: Latitudes between +90° and −65°

The Leo Constellation is a well-known constellation and a favorite of amateur astronomers. It features a number of bright stars, including Regulus.

Leo the Lion stands proudly in the sky and has a fascinating story with roots in Greek mythology. You can observe Leo in both the northern and southern hemispheres.

Leo is the 5th of the Zodiac constellations and is one of the oldest identified by ancient astronomers.

Click the following Links to his blog and read the rest of the post!

• Characteristics
• Features
• Location and visibility
• History
• Mythology
• Future

Big Foot Sighted Along the west fork of Oak Creek Canyon

 

The forested canyons and rugged highlands of Arizona's Mogollon Rim have long been rumored to be a haven for the mysterious human-ape creature known as Bigfoot.

Sasquatch Sighted in Coconino National Forest! Locals go Loco.

Arizona's Oak Creek Canyon has been hit with yet another revolting and regrettable Bigfoot scare, as a lone Sasquatch was spotted loitering around the Call of the Canyon West Fork trail in Coconino National Forest.

"Dag gum it, it was totally Cuckoo in Coconino last week!", said an craggy canyon denizen old timer, "There I was, fixin' to go into that dern canyon gulch and catch me some rattlesnake fricassee, when that hairy critter ran right past me. Scared me and my mule near to death! I called it a day and went to Sedona for fish tacos instead."

Coconino Forest Federals remain quiet about the incident. "We know nothing, nothing!" said a local ranger. "We're monitoring the situation.... behind locked doors and armed with really nasty paint ball guns in case the beast returns. OK, it'd help if we had real guns, nets, and rancid food bait... we could organize a posse and catch the beast. But we don't want to frighten them pacifistic lucrative mystical crystal vortex suckers, er tourists. Those fools pay top dollar, believe me!" 

"A similar beast was spotted earlier this year in the exact same area. Coincidence? I think not! How did the Bigfoot beast get there? Why did it return? When will it go away? Where is the beast's scat droppings? Who really cares? I smell a Sasquatch conspiracy, among other things. These are all questions which demand answers, darn it!"

As I am stuck in an apartment here in Shreveport Louisiana at least I aren't homeless right now but rest assured eventually I will be homeless again and when I am I am going to return to my forested home and hunt him down! Who Knows I may prove Big Foot Exists.

Yours for now Captain Hedges

Zimrala Tygerland coming to my gaming table this summer!

Urgent Call to Adventure! Only Hours Left for the Monsterary of Zimrala!

Time is ticking down! If you're a fan of fantasy RPGs, especially the legendary "Monsters! Monsters!" (M!M!), or if you're simply looking for a treasure trove of unique creatures for any role-playing game, you absolutely cannot miss this!

Ken St. Andre, the visionary behind "Tunnels & Trolls" and M!M!, and his incredible team are bringing you The Monsterary of Zimrala: A Fantasy Bestiary for Any Role Playing Game and the Monsters! Monsters! RPG.

This isn't just a monster book; it's a key to a brand new, richly detailed world called Zimrala. Inside, you'll discover over 111 never-before-seen, illustrated creatures, ready to challenge your players in any system you choose. Each monster comes with adaptable information, making it a seamless addition to your favorite game.

But the clock is relentlessly counting down! With less than 4 hours left on the Kickstarter campaign, this is your final chance to become a part of this exciting project. Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers!

Update! The clock is now showing less than 2 hours remaining! Don't delay, pledge today!

Imagine a world filled with the dangerous Ambaina, the ethereal Zimralan Wraith, and countless other bizarre and fascinating lifeforms. Imagine having a bestiary crafted by a team of award-winning RPG veterans, including Ken St. Andre himself, ready to enhance your gaming sessions.

This project has already unlocked amazing stretch goals, adding even more value to the final product. From a full-color section to adventures set within Zimrala, the "Monsterary" is shaping up to be an essential addition to any GM's library.

Don't wait until it's too late! Head over to the Kickstarter page right now and secure your copy of the Monsterary of Zimrala. Be a part of bringing this incredible bestiary and world to life.

So I get all this and more! Pledge today before its too late! Go Here Click Here for......Ken St Andre's Monsterary of Zimrala A Fantasy Bestiary for Any Role Playing Game and the Monsters! Monsters! RPG. Only 2 hours left don't delay pledge today!

Tygerian Shores Beckon! King Earl Surveys His New Domain in Zimrala!

The winds of adventure are blowing across the newly charted Tygerian Isles in the vibrant world of Zimrala! For those who have been following the exciting development of Ken St. Andre's "Monsterary of Zimrala," you know that this fantastical realm is teeming with unique creatures and untold mysteries. And now, a new chapter unfolds within its watery expanse.

Yours truly, El Tigre De Setos (also known as Earlious De Setos aka Earl C. Hedges Jr aka the new Tyger Boss of Zimralla and the Tygerian King-Emperor), has recently embarked on a momentous journey to explore the very islands I had the distinct honor of purchasing within Zimrala's upper north. Imagine the thrill of setting foot on these virgin shores, knowing that these lands now bear the proud name of the Tygerian Isles!

My first expedition has been nothing short of captivating. From the deck of my (currently imaginary, but soon to be real!) vessel, the landscapes unfolded like pages from a grand, undiscovered atlas. Lush, emerald canopies met pristine, sandy beaches. Strange and wonderful flora unlike anything I've encountered before dotted the terrain, hinting at the unique ecosystems thriving within these isles.

As the newly proclaimed (in my own enthusiastic mind, at least!) Tygerian King, I took great pleasure in surveying my domain. Each cove, each towering cliff face sparked new ideas for future settlements, hidden temples, and, of course, prime locations for observing the fascinating (and potentially dangerous!) wildlife of Zimrala.

While I haven't yet encountered any of the legendary creatures detailed in the "Monsterary" on these initial explorations, the air hums with anticipation. What strange beasts might lurk in the deeper jungles? What ancient secrets might be buried beneath the volcanic peaks? These are the questions that fuel my adventurous spirit and make Zimrala such an enthralling setting.

The process of naming these lands and envisioning their future has been a truly rewarding experience. Knowing that my Tygerians – those proud, feline warriors now officially residing in Tygeria within Zimrala – will one day call these islands home fills me with immense excitement.

This is just the beginning of the Tygerian saga in Zimrala. As the "Monsterary" comes to life, I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to weave tales of exploration, discovery, and perhaps even a bit of royal decree within these newly acquired territories.

So, fellow adventurers and monster enthusiasts, the world of Zimrala is vast and full of promise. The Tygerian Isles are now on the map, ready to be explored and shaped. I invite you to join us in this incredible journey.

We'll see you in Zimrala! Keep an eye out for more tales from the Tygerian Isles and the ever-expanding wonders of this fantastic new world.

20 ways to tick off a Tygerian

 So with the New Zimrala Campagin setting coming out and coming ti my game table I helped to create the Tygermen in the book known as Tygerians and yes thier are female versions weather thier in the book or not will be up to Ken St Andre who is currently editing every monster submitted to him during the kickstarter. So I am sitting here thinking of ways people have ticked me off perosonally and decided to Take them to a whole new level in the spirt of gaming and Monsters Monsters RPG here are the top 20 ways to Tick off a Tygerian. I probley shpuld do a top 20 count down but nah well start with #1 and go from thier.

1. Hi Mr Tygerian are you a 10th Level Puss? Hell say "Ya" and then your dead as he rips your throat out!
2. I dare you to Wuss-Slap one of them and see what happens to you lol! They put the Tyger-Claw on you and tell you this is where thier power lies, so talk to the claw!
3. Petition to have thier Tyger-Lord Title Changed to Wuss-lord and set what thier Tyger-King Does to you!
4. Ask them if thier Tyger-King is named Fabio?
5. Ask Tyger-King for his Autograph as Fabio and see what happens to you!
6. Compare them to another cat species and see what happens! 
7. Try and mate with one of thier females as she pounces on you and tears your throat out uness she decides to let you you feel her up first and fill her belly with a child and then decides to fill her belly with you as her next meal!
8. Tell one of thier females to dance for you and see what happens to you! Same result as #4 do I need to say more!
9. Ask them what animal can go into thier den and back out they'll tell you me not you!
10. Do you know what the fieriest thing in a Tygerian Garden is? Miss Tyger Lily refer to #4 when you run into her!
11. Tell them to go frolicking through the forest or something! They will tell you we will when you run before we catch you and eat you!
12. Ask them if thier still looking for thier conditioner and mouseeeeee while thier showing in the water fall lol!
13. I dare you to mess with a hairy Tygerian,  becuse if you do you might get a mouth full of hairballs lol!
14. Box a Tygerians ears or give them a wet willy with them ears of theirs! Their just asking for it! However if you do don't be surprised if you end up thier next lol!
15. You could call them bouncy and striped as they go down the trail on a pogo stick but if you do they might stick you in the ground!
16. Point at thier fathered hats and laugh and see what happens! Tyger Bird flies up your nose and your dead!
17. You could ask a Tygerian to play a game with you! However, if you do you will loose as you will be playing with a group of Tygerian Cheetahs!
18. Tell them you really loved the Track of the Cat Movie and see what Happens to you!
19. Ask them if they were in the Aristo Cats Movie and see what happens!
20. Give a Tygerian one of your silly names like spot and see what happens! They have stripes not spots and hate pople who call them spot sorry your now nothing but a blood spot after they out you through thier blood sport of Tygerian Kung Fu lol!

I hope you liked thies update a but of hummer to get my frustrations out with the world and prevent my Tygerian from within to get out again! Have a good day every one!