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Continue reading →: Research: Concussion SymptomsPrompt: In the field what symptoms would a medic assess for a concussion in a semi-conscious patient? Copilot: In a field setting, a medic would assess several key symptoms to determine if a semi-conscious patient has a concussion. These symptoms include: Altered level of consciousness: The patient may be dazed,…
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Continue reading →: Boudica’s DreamRecently, I was working on formatting chapter 13 “A Slave Conspiracy” of my draft of Boudica and The Butcher. It begins with a dream sequence in which Boudica’s subconscious attempts to process her circumstance. I made the following out of character comment within the draft: “I like how her dream…
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Continue reading →: Research: The Butcher’s ConcussionPrompt: For adding descriptive detail to a fictional story about a soldier concussed in battle, are there any other issues I should consider? Copilot: Absolutely, adding depth to your story can make it more engaging and realistic. Here are a few additional aspects to consider: Environmental Factors: Describe the chaotic…
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Continue reading →: Research: Diversion of a Faux Naval InvasionPrompt: With the false naval invasion scenario, the land forces could be miscast as a blockade force against land reinforcement of the city so the rebels do not perceive them as a direct threat, reasonable? Copilot said: Yes, that’s a very reasonable and strategic approach. By miscasting the land forces…
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Continue reading →: Research: Drone WarfarePrompt: Drones? Would powering them be a significant drain on limited electrical generating capacity? Copilot said: Powering drones in a military field camp can indeed be a significant drain on limited electrical generating capacity, depending on the type and number of drones being used. Here are some factors to consider:…
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Continue reading →: To Hell and BackAnother Sabaton song influencing my drafting of Boudica and The Butcher is “To Hell and Back.” The song is about Audie Murphy, the most decorated American soldier in WW2. In particular, it is about him overcoming addiction to the prescription medicine he was given for his PTSD. Sabaton History w/…
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Continue reading →: Brother vs. BrotherI had an idea for a Boudica and The Butcher teaser story…brother v. brother. Two brothers (familiarly and ethnically) meet on the battlefield of Pilgerruh (formerly Cleveland). The Union older brother Book (aka Booker T Washington) vs. his rebel little brother Web (aka W.E.B. DuBois). Can Book save his little…
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Continue reading →: Research: Espionage In PilgerruhPrompt: I was thinking about sending in a spy posing as a smuggler with a minisub to spread rumors and misinformation on the docks. Thoughts? Copilot said: That’s a creative and intriguing idea! Sending in a spy posing as a smuggler with a minisub can be an effective way to…
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Continue reading →: An Army of SonsWhile formatting Ch 10 “The Waiting” of my Boudica and The Butcher story, I came across one of my favorite lines, by Olga about Cyrus: Olga teared up, “Yes, he is a leader of men, but he should be the leader of children. I would birth him an army of…
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Continue reading →: Research: Ad Hoc Great Lake NavyPrompt: If a howitzer were installed on to a speed boat, could the boat withstand the force of firing the howitzer? If not, what larger size boat would be needed that might be available in a commercial fleet? A barge? Copilot said: Installing a howitzer on a speed boat would…






