Hello everyone!

Aftermath · 01-28-2015 12:14

Hello Fellow Flyers;
My name is Matt and I am new to WoG and forums, so please excuse me if I seem like a complete noob. I am from Ontario, Canada and have be fascinated by WW1 since childhood when my father build me a stick and tissue model of a Nieuport. Now in my forties I am reliving some childhood interests including early aviation. I have built a few models know and was looking for a cool colour scheme for my Fokker D6 and stumbled across the minis on the net. Well now I went crazy bought a starter set and the rules and accessories pack and now have several planes in the hanger including a Gotha and some two seaters. I invited my friends to play our first match and I think they were initially skeptical as they are into video games but they had a blast and we couldn't wait to play more. I found a really nice image of English country side that I printed and mounted to Foamcore. We are excited to give that a try. I just wanted to thank everyone for posting such great info here it is welcoming to newcomers like me to have a great reference point. Happy flying! Regards Aftermath aka. Matthew

**flash** · 01-28-2015 12:27

Welcome to the 'drome Matthew from East Sussex in England - worry not, many of us started the same way; good to have you in the circuit

**grumpybear** · 01-28-2015 15:15

Hi and welcome from Alberta

**RJames** · 01-28-2015 15:21

From a fellow newcomer, welcome aboard! I just joined the Aerodrome yesterday after placing my order for WoG WWI just a few hours earlier. My shipment is still in the mail, so I've yet to play a single game - but I've been pouring over the rules and thinking about jumping in for months now.

I've only been around here for about 24 hours, but I don't think I've found a more welcoming, supportive, big-hearted group of gamers anywhere.

**RJames** · 01-28-2015 15:23

PS: if you go to the "settings" menu on the top tight of the screen, you can pick out a cool avatar for your posts (something I discovered a couple of hours ago!).

**OldGuy59** · 01-28-2015 18:27

Matthew,
A hearty welcome to the 'drone! You've started with a bang. At least you have a few players close at hand.

Post pictures of your set up, and your planes (especially if you have a custom paint job).

**fast.git** · 01-28-2015 18:38

Hi Matthew, welcome to the 'Drome! I echo Mike's sentiments about the custom jobs... and don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have.

**Flying Helmut** · 01-29-2015 01:50

Welcome to the Drome, Matthew, from Middlesex in the U.K.

Post pictures, LOTS of pictures!

**tikkifriend** · 01-29-2015 02:01

Bienvenue Matt from Brittany France. Always good to see new pilots sign up . You will find us a good natured bunch of guys and gals so enjoy your time with us .
Paul

**Naharaht** · 01-29-2015 10:05

Welcome to the Aerodrome, Matt, from here near Norwich in the United Kingdom. Congratulations on getting your friends involved in the game!

**Dowters** · 01-29-2015 14:34

Greetings Matthew, you'll not find a better bunch than these gents and ladies on here. chocs away!

**Mike George** · 01-29-2015 15:00

Hi Matthew
We always need young kids like you to take up the hobby its a blast.
Mike

**Mike George** · 01-29-2015 15:04

Mike
"Flying is learning to throw yourself at the ground and miss" Douglas Adams
"Wings of Glory won't skin your elbows and knees while practicing." OldGuy59

Hi Mike
I play on the floor and my elbows and Knees get skinned all the time.
Mike

**Nightbomber** · 01-29-2015 15:06

Hi Matthew, welcome from Poland

Enjoy the site

**Boney10** · 01-29-2015 15:16

Welcome Matthew, from Bristol UK.
Any questions just shout, someone will have an opinion or information to assist.

**Teaticket** · 01-29-2015 15:28

Welcome to the Drome from Cape Cod. Just jump on in, there's always room for one more.

Aftermath · 01-29-2015 16:42

Originally Posted by Teaticket

Welcome to the Drome from Cape Cod. Just jump on in, there's always room for one more.

Aftermath · 01-29-2015 16:52

Hello Everyone;
Thank you for the very warm welcome. I will definatly try to contribute anywhere I can as it seems like a great community here. I told my friends of the new map/play are and they can't wait to give it a whirl. I have not custom painted any minis yet but would love to do a Zeppelin Stakken R. When I figure out how to post a picture from my phones library I will post my Fokker D6 model from Aerowerkes all mocked up it was a rubber powered model rc conversion. Thanks again for the heat felt welcome.

**Teaticket** · 01-29-2015 20:38

When you can please post your Fokker DVI. I have one (Shapeways) to paint myself and would love to see your color scheme.

Aftermath · 01-29-2015 21:47

Originally Posted by Teaticket

When you can please post your Fokker DVI. I have one (Shapeways) to paint myself and would love to see your color scheme.

**Flying Officer Kyte** · 01-31-2015 11:42

Hi Matt.
Welcome to the Drome on behalf of the Squadrons based here in Dear old Blighty.
I'm sure that the chaps and chapesses here will give you all the help you need in getting to grips with this absorbing game in all its many facets.
In the meantime Fly safe, watch your six and watch out for the enemy in the Sun.
Cheers.
Rob.