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Splendidness in Reading...

8/4/2014

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And yet another splendid event, with yet another splendid group of people, in An introduction to Steampunk in Reading, last Saturday night in, of course, Reading, Berkshire.

Oxfam Books Reading generously agreed to provide a venue for the event after opening hours, with volunteers and shop manager all providing significant support; and of course Reading Steampunks played host and provided a packed programme of events.

First up was tea duelling, which was sufficiently exciting to attract at least one passerby who, even though he was on his way elsewhere, just had to know what was going on.  Tea Meistress Michelle arbitrated as, facing off over a higher-than-usual platform, the duellists continued until only one was left - Mr Eric T. Paradigm emerged victorious. 
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Next up was the Attaknid demonstration, with no less than a lady attaknid on the table.  A rubber alien was soon despatched with the Attaknid's weaponry; later the Attaknid tried on a natty bowler.
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And finally, Mr Steven C. Davis and I helped the attendees to 'retell' The Hobbit - steampunk style!  The dwarves ran a gauntlet from Automatrolls to Victorian villainous orcs - all without the use of axe or bow - or even lady elves.

A very good night, and I definitely overheard plotting on the way out - sounds like more is afoot, with potential for at least one if not two brand new activities taking place (shh!  But you heard it here first).  Thanks to Reading steampunks and especially Steven for inviting me, and to everyone for taking part and making it an excellent evening.  Encore!  Encore!
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