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[Augustus b'Raass]

That's the worst news, Dusky. Thankfully you and the dogs are safe. I hope you have some kind of insurance that will cover the cost to your house. 

As to your miniatures and hobby; don't worry about that. We'll be here. The miniatures will be there to fix or redo or whatever. Focus on what's really important! 

I'd give you a hug if it weren't for the virtuality ad covid. 

I'll end with a joke that I hope will lighten your spirit ever so slightly. Your health and safety and that of your family is what's most important. It's your base. So once again I am telling you to work on your bases.

<3

Big ups, mate. I'm so sorry for what happened.

[Atia]

Nawww

 

*sends a virtual hug because I don't fear Covid from a Death Guard ... wait ... maybe Auggi is onto something .... well ... still ..... hug!*

[DuskRaider]

Thanks everyone, it means a lot to me.

Yes, thankfully insurance is going to take care of it all. My friend joked that this may be a blessing in disguise because now I can get the whole house remodeled on their dime, heh. He's bound and determined to get it all cleaned for me and even offered his hobby room for me to work remotely in so I'm most likely going to do that and work on cleaning them in my down time.

[Dwango]

Hey bud, I'm sorry to hear what's happened! As others have said, the main thing is that you and your family are safe.

I know at the end of the day they are just plastic minis and can be replaced but it's the time and effort gone into them that costs! Hopefully you can get them all cleaned up. As the hobby is for many people, they may offer a welcomed distraction at a difficult time.

[Gederas]

Ooof, that's not good. Glad to hear you (and the dogs) are safe though.

 

I'm not good with things like this, but honestly: I'd say take a step back, think things over.

 

Models can always be repaired and, even thought it sucks to do with how much effort goes into them, replaced.

 

Some of of could even send a care package or two your way should it be necessary

[Freakshow668]

So sorry to hear this, dude, glad no one was hurt. Hope you get your feet back under you soon.

[Sagentus]

Really sorry to hear that DR. Glad you and your family are safe

[Yosef Hausakluif]

Sentiments to you and the family. Hope you feel better, the insurance process all works out; and the great thing about the hobby is it’s always there for you. I’m sure your friend will salvage a good bit do your work. Truly sorry and will say a prayer for you and the family and dogs.

[Zephaniah Adriyen]

Condolences, Dusk. I hope things go well for you, your family and your models alike.

[Majkhel]

So sorry to hear this! Definitely kiss your dog for saving your skin and house. Hope all goes well for you soon! Stay healthy, brother!

[DuskRaider]

Thanks everyone... I really have to say I love this community so much.

Well, some good news. It looks like just about everything is salvageable. The one in the worst condition is the WIP Knight. He has a lot of soot damage and one of his weapons is MIA but he should still be able to be saved. Most of the models were in my display case and while they have some soot present (the cases aren't air tight unfortunately) it's minimal. My Titanicus models were completely spared due to being in a Rubbermaid cabinet in my closet, which was closed.

It looks like we're still in business. I'm not sure if I'll be in a creative mood anytime soon, but we'll clean it all.

[Verux]

Good news indeed. Glad to hear it.

[Dwango]

Excellent news!

[Brother Chaplain Kage]

Holy :cuss, man! Been busy with other stuff and only pop in here once or twice a week now. The important thing is you and your family are safe because it sounds like you had a very close call. Good news about the models, but damn. 

[Marius Perdo]

Great news about the salvageability - Sevenfold be the curses upon the Changer's flames.

[Swarbie8D]

I’m glad you’re safe! Take your time with everything; no doubt you’ve got a lot to do working out house-repair.

[Mechanist]

Glad you and the family is safe. Make sure to treat those doggos.
And also glad your models have survived I can imagine how soul crushing it would be to lose all of that work. Heck I've barely touched my nids since I dropped my freshly in painted give tyrant and that was just one model losing a whole army would probably have me out of the hobby too.
If they end up a little smokey it'll just add to the ambiance of them. Bit like scratch and sniff.

Anyway best wishes and take your time. Don't forget to look after yourself mentally too.