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Runs 1st to 31st August; your host is Jssel.
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Here's the usual rules -- your GB Leader, Jssel, will fill in any blanks.

Any time from Saturday, August 1st through Monday, August 31st - local time.

Any subject, any scale, any kit -- unstarted, no exceptions.

Built in a 24-hour period (not 24 building hours). The only alternative, AKA the "wuss" or "senior-citizen" option, is to break the build into TWO approximately equal sessions on consecutive days and the gap between sessions shouldn't be much more than 12 hours.

Photos to be taken with a visible clock, at reasonable intervals throughout the build to document progress -- one hour is typical but may be a bit much -- but do remember the more frequent the posting, the better the interaction and that's what a Blitzbau is all about.

A gallery photo should be posted of the "state of play" at the end of 24 hours, which should also be posted WITHIN 24 hours of "finishing".

Extra non-credit is given for uniqueness of the clock, the on-plate presentation of the meals to be consumed, spousal interruptions (eruptions?), and other things like great music videos etc. All the while remembering this is a family friendly forum ...

Who will be the most un-prepared, missing even the simplest of modeling tool or supply, this time ? How far into the build will they be before the light comes on ? Who will set the record for most models completed ? Will they ever model again ? Don't miss a single thrilling minute !!! :grin:

As always, Have Fun !!!
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I'll try to add something to this one. Not sure what yet, mind...!
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I have a few kits all lined up for this.
But will I have the time?
Do I have enough paint?
Will the clutter on my modelling desk prevent me from actually building on it?
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Greetings Fellow Blitzers. First let me say that a summer blitz is tough because in many parts of the world it is only summer for a short time and time is a premium. But we do have a pretty good turnout. Must be due to many work spaces are in cooler basements.

At any rate I am in and happy to Mod the event. Questions? Please ask away.

My entry? I am staying with my Grumman Cat theme and build the F9F Cougar by Hasegawa. Date being sorted out now.

So.......hope you will join in the fun.
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I am presently aiming for noon Saturday to noon Sunday this coming weekend, New York time. Deciding between 2 or 3 possible subjects.

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Nice August. I'll be watching when I can.
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I will be in with at least one build and we are trying to organise a session at the Blitzbau House.
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I'm also keen to give it a try out..

I have a suitable subject..

Cheers
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My GF needs me to stay out of her hair while she wraps up her Master's Thesis so I might have to get involved with this..
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It is great fun Arc. Hope you can make it.
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Late last night I found out that I'm free this weekend. However I'll be very busy next week mostly, and as yet don't know about the weekend of 8th/9th.
Therefore I intend to strike whilst I can. Sometime over the first weekend.
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Sounds good Fred.
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I don't feel like I've had the best run with group builds lately but if I can, I'll get on board. Quite possibly a Tintin build (e.g. Bordurian BF109 or Khemedi Spitfire) or I was even considering blitzing a car, like one of my Celicas. We'll see.
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Sounds great VV. You and me both on group builds lately. Blitz's cure many ails in the hobby. For me it cures taking things so seriously.
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Off and running tomorrow folks. Hope everything is lining up for everyone. Still have to pick my date.
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