LIBER DE ARMAMENTARIIS

The Book of Weapons

Scottfield Model 3

SCOTTFIELD MODEL 3 (See also REVOLVERS, UNIQUE WEAPONS) A break-action handgun originally patented in Europe around 1858. This gun relies on a hinge pin that joins the receiver and barrel together which can allow the two pieces to be separated for storage and travel. Unhinging the revolver exposes the breech and allows individual bullets to be added to the barrel. An owner who manages their ammo and times their shots can use the Scottfield Model 3 to pin down an opponent with continuous gunfire in a fight.



Clippings from the New Orleans True Crescent
Authors: Unknown
Newsprint, variable sizes

July 3,1894

BODY FOUND IN THE STREETS. Around 8 o'clock this morning the errand runners and job goers of Lawson were shocked to find the body of a young man dead in the middle of the street near Goddard Docks. Based on witness testimony and police reports, the body had holes of various sizes from the neck down and the eyes gouged out. Police are looking for any information on who this young man and his attacker could be.

September 28, 1895

THE LOUISIANA SLUGGER STRIKES AGAIN. Four more bodies appeared in New Orleans as police continue the search for the now infamous Louisiana Slugger. With a calling card of four metal slugs, the murderer seems to have no preferred target, killing people of all sexes, ages, and faiths. The authorities have asked that the citizens of the area to stay vigilant in keeping themselves safe as they continue to hunt down this ruthless killer. The Louisiana Slugger is alleged to have killed 27 people so far.

October 17, 1895

THE SLUGGER'S FINAL GAL. The people of New Orleans can finally breathe a sigh of relief as police have arrested the Louisiana Slugger. One Anna Lane Croix was able to escape her would-be killer after slipping out of her restraints and beating her assailant unconscious. She then ran to the police and took them to his hideout. Many were shocked to discover that the Louisiana Slugger was none other than Damien Moreau of the Moreau Family, landowners, and members of the New Orleans upper class. Damien was known for his charm, good looks, and gun collection. Police currently have him in custody and awaiting trial

Interview with Mr. Damien Moreau
Interviewer: New Orleans Constable
Date: October 18th, 1895
Typewritten, questions omitted(...), 8.5"x 11"

Yes sir, it was me. Not much use hiding it now since she can still speak. Though I will admit it took you all much longer to catch me. Just what was all my tax money going to?

(...)

Constable, have you ever felt a bullet wound? Now I'm not talking about the feeling of getting shot. I'm asking if you've ever let yourself touch one. Let yourself sink your finger into the hole a slug makes and dig around inside. Feel how hot the muscle and fat get to the touch and maybe even feel the prick of broken bone on your fingertip.

It even feels different depending on the person. An athletic young man s muscles tighten around your fingers more than, say, an old woman who needs to use a cane. If you work hard enough you can work your hand right through the arm of a small child, they're easier to make bigger holes into with just your bare hands. And the screams? Well of course a woman makes a lovelier sound, but everyone has a beautiful voice when they're begging for mercy.

You can't really find people willing to let you...experiment the way I want to, and I've been wanting to for a long time. I knew the police would come knocking if I started so I decided to have my fun, the state of Louisiana being what it is. The title and the fascination of the papers was a nice bonus.

(...)

You can call it sick all you want, sir. I just know what I like.