tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51657853370852313902024-03-14T08:04:22.204+00:00 THE WORK OF SHAITANShaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.comBlogger170125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-26668429102724868532024-03-11T23:23:00.000+00:002024-03-11T23:23:12.355+00:00Citadel Undead Diorama Remake - Phase Three<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> So I now have the latest phase completed and on schedule. This is the most gruesome part of the diorama where we see that a tomb has been desecrated, in the search of a treasured and possible all important artifact.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZFbsbg8uWZaj0ujJHhWfbrM78blRhf_MYbXHhvEMvq1UIuImtSwS5caDISiyINAjyzWeVo6xKa-UhrV-8-jQWmWr5pazZW_dpswTJVevuUncz8VM16okm9hi1YAjXnz0Qq6OoV0EV_Z9naXAUffmr-6Def9XcSvqyx2Wwo8zFeTWHCFB6AUmqOCe2Aapu/s1624/DSCF1509.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1399" data-original-width="1624" height="276" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZFbsbg8uWZaj0ujJHhWfbrM78blRhf_MYbXHhvEMvq1UIuImtSwS5caDISiyINAjyzWeVo6xKa-UhrV-8-jQWmWr5pazZW_dpswTJVevuUncz8VM16okm9hi1YAjXnz0Qq6OoV0EV_Z9naXAUffmr-6Def9XcSvqyx2Wwo8zFeTWHCFB6AUmqOCe2Aapu/s320/DSCF1509.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p> A poor unfortunate from one of the nearby villages, acting as a guide for the adventuring party, had probably fancied his chances of getting in on the glory until his untimely, gruesome demise.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9l_mJdVqh5kNyG0ja8jzok0nT9a9ab9OyPMBOvUfcxO1DRf-R7PYUZMI4s4H3IU9OgbvkEgyhECDt8nkekEvahTKG48lP5CaN3g5V48NNOdWvjbDq9aQoq9aGGXjN-4nqqGjgrNtDOtlAzKRzOrm6s6X50fNhjOv5NLt2TE87SPid2xOorJeBYsaRtZDV/s1332/DSCF1513%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1257" data-original-width="1332" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9l_mJdVqh5kNyG0ja8jzok0nT9a9ab9OyPMBOvUfcxO1DRf-R7PYUZMI4s4H3IU9OgbvkEgyhECDt8nkekEvahTKG48lP5CaN3g5V48NNOdWvjbDq9aQoq9aGGXjN-4nqqGjgrNtDOtlAzKRzOrm6s6X50fNhjOv5NLt2TE87SPid2xOorJeBYsaRtZDV/s320/DSCF1513%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The corpse is that of a Citadel Dogs of War Fighter casualty, whose head I removed. The half-buried sarcophagus is, like the gravestones for this piece, part of the Arcane Architecture range - the lid from a two part set.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMwYuFOWp-Du5HAjokpcH7AJf5QuSL_hTJt4vuC2h_UUgVlv9OA5ssLquA4Briaus0Wn4ia3Kwf45GajDuTu10gZvdGdaSy0Fd7MOrzTqJeOyGzNH4DidTWefC5p1xRio6GvpxGvv2H5tRoFy3I4dZlFErgiBop6gsEqE9_6Rq-40zLLdC0Zq0OLg2r1MD/s1299/DSCF1510%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1233" data-original-width="1299" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMwYuFOWp-Du5HAjokpcH7AJf5QuSL_hTJt4vuC2h_UUgVlv9OA5ssLquA4Briaus0Wn4ia3Kwf45GajDuTu10gZvdGdaSy0Fd7MOrzTqJeOyGzNH4DidTWefC5p1xRio6GvpxGvv2H5tRoFy3I4dZlFErgiBop6gsEqE9_6Rq-40zLLdC0Zq0OLg2r1MD/s320/DSCF1510%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> With virtually all of the foreground complete, the next phase will be the diorama's prime antagonist, which I hope to have ready by the end of the week. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ6sreFhb1rsDNnevFfx5q80kANLRHQYrJYT66gkD5mMelZIaeFPAldpuOb4yp_tUpkdZFdKUAe71WtvuHdg1JQSinedS4yarFyGCcT3HbsTJdmZYyraC0eVrd6rZzwdMtMyBlaOyaQiYdisrcqA2xEtsyFceH6A_dRZXyp7WRx_m66_bpY83B1LQvSDzd/s3200/DSCF1525.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1690" data-original-width="3200" height="169" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ6sreFhb1rsDNnevFfx5q80kANLRHQYrJYT66gkD5mMelZIaeFPAldpuOb4yp_tUpkdZFdKUAe71WtvuHdg1JQSinedS4yarFyGCcT3HbsTJdmZYyraC0eVrd6rZzwdMtMyBlaOyaQiYdisrcqA2xEtsyFceH6A_dRZXyp7WRx_m66_bpY83B1LQvSDzd/s320/DSCF1525.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Meanwhile, here is a shot of all three phases completed so far.</p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-90284030615276007002024-02-18T08:14:00.001+00:002024-03-02T08:14:34.822+00:00Citadel Undead Diorama Remake - Phase Two<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> So I've managed to wrap up Phase Two of the diorama, which is pretty much the entire front area now. This part features more reanimated skeletons plus another one of the adventuring party, a dwarf slayer.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWivV10ZT7zh9cPtzcAtcyVlXQ_i4cV5cmx4a3i4NrGKyE7omk3GGcgr9uXzspXIhyphenhyphenzYfSOpzRwa14ImseGHoz78usD7r7a8quykR6U4_a90DuoCLYbUorWELWly7KehBR8EMFcYz1W0rRYdi51Vh4j-QeeR8sV7JxuR1cbDHCBrsyCQk5C-ldNq27YlD/s2080/DSCF1481%20(1)_resized.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1328" data-original-width="2080" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWivV10ZT7zh9cPtzcAtcyVlXQ_i4cV5cmx4a3i4NrGKyE7omk3GGcgr9uXzspXIhyphenhyphenzYfSOpzRwa14ImseGHoz78usD7r7a8quykR6U4_a90DuoCLYbUorWELWly7KehBR8EMFcYz1W0rRYdi51Vh4j-QeeR8sV7JxuR1cbDHCBrsyCQk5C-ldNq27YlD/s320/DSCF1481%20(1)_resized.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> As before, the slayer model is Kimril Giantslayer from the classic Dwarf Lords of Legend box set, who cuts an ideal pose for what I'm after. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_fR07JqG6Gfl7FBuhA56MamonSihOfCnN2O0wbnwMJ0rtHZzXiE4PECDXqnMc9V2aJ4P5ySgmVh7LUiAfSymZHckydvGNigp4nxWQYU_8-imut3WXDazDvf87KI5al6WFtFdwWwNrpq0S9Ms4BHxr6SWCd0TkFRD8150HY65zuoL6-bcNkS8l7KPmOhyphenhyphenA/s1868/DSCF1493.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1035" data-original-width="1868" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_fR07JqG6Gfl7FBuhA56MamonSihOfCnN2O0wbnwMJ0rtHZzXiE4PECDXqnMc9V2aJ4P5ySgmVh7LUiAfSymZHckydvGNigp4nxWQYU_8-imut3WXDazDvf87KI5al6WFtFdwWwNrpq0S9Ms4BHxr6SWCd0TkFRD8150HY65zuoL6-bcNkS8l7KPmOhyphenhyphenA/s320/DSCF1493.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> As I've gone for a smaller base, as well as a different shape this time, there was less area to play around with on a circular base so it was a bit of a task to fit everything in. I had to juggle a bit and swap the skeletons around, also making sure nothing was too bunched up or blocked from view. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSrL5RA5cBpdRSH1j7qIOntDzNB-ro6GEmtU9E-YW2mGjhzwc39O0oHTzPcWYFfV4UVxH2lKvkak9_3xAdE2wBkdqhuIFENeOquRMcVMr_NSrPT8wgNEe5SwpuLiVtBWgS-PajGSKz8ghIO_wsaoLXszzVd5tdDwbcMhdUDkbzZ-1E_QckN_oSTkvoz4aB/s2400/DSCF1493%20(1)_resized.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1088" data-original-width="2400" height="145" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSrL5RA5cBpdRSH1j7qIOntDzNB-ro6GEmtU9E-YW2mGjhzwc39O0oHTzPcWYFfV4UVxH2lKvkak9_3xAdE2wBkdqhuIFENeOquRMcVMr_NSrPT8wgNEe5SwpuLiVtBWgS-PajGSKz8ghIO_wsaoLXszzVd5tdDwbcMhdUDkbzZ-1E_QckN_oSTkvoz4aB/s320/DSCF1493%20(1)_resized.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Trying to accommodate models in a slightly reduced area is going to be an ongoing challenge with future phases in this project but I think this one was probably the most awkward. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxKBI1fRpNH_xFCmV3qBLlLcvbpUGSZ38ZvM9n1qBRA-w5iFdD2qO0tGVgUjmAQ7cdUyPX7qccojLNmP4Oi2mx8-zaguVlCvOSNB82EzrbB-61M57AjVm2z7SfHkU5InA8alZN1f_L53QU1u2_YkzaVPsul_F8_m7p8Oe3TRsFg-ax3ZaMtmD5lEd-4bub/s2224/DSCF1499_resized.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="880" data-original-width="2224" height="127" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxKBI1fRpNH_xFCmV3qBLlLcvbpUGSZ38ZvM9n1qBRA-w5iFdD2qO0tGVgUjmAQ7cdUyPX7qccojLNmP4Oi2mx8-zaguVlCvOSNB82EzrbB-61M57AjVm2z7SfHkU5InA8alZN1f_L53QU1u2_YkzaVPsul_F8_m7p8Oe3TRsFg-ax3ZaMtmD5lEd-4bub/s320/DSCF1499_resized.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Phases One and Two Combined<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p> I've already made a start on Phase Three which has some slight alterations from before with a small extra feature or two. I'm hoping to have this ready to show in a couple of weeks.</p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-20184772053371553622024-02-02T22:06:00.005+00:002024-03-02T08:14:51.010+00:00Citadel Undead Diorama Remake - Phase One<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> Way back in 2016, I spent several months working on what was my largest project to date, a diorama featuring predominantly undead models encountering a small adventuring party. At the time, I was extremely pleased with the result, especially as I'd originally hatched the idea way back in 2001 and had finally taken it from a sketch on a piece of paper to a finished article.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSdLqR89iyZRvhA4eLiqLFHdTubM0tUx2e3lBYMEP0CXbhydInRqIomdagJIgM0Mkw-LZOPzF25l18E6FNeTevTe2LaZZJfPprSeXg1oDzT1eBgzhMdn35Rr0iGAfTi-f4TjJV_WJe6qGKOsRdjV0gOfiKtXXbJhxiKrrxMI6Ntm4VB5cY9coViozTKP1z/s1600/LRM_EXPORT_20160827_135032%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="823" data-original-width="1600" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSdLqR89iyZRvhA4eLiqLFHdTubM0tUx2e3lBYMEP0CXbhydInRqIomdagJIgM0Mkw-LZOPzF25l18E6FNeTevTe2LaZZJfPprSeXg1oDzT1eBgzhMdn35Rr0iGAfTi-f4TjJV_WJe6qGKOsRdjV0gOfiKtXXbJhxiKrrxMI6Ntm4VB5cY9coViozTKP1z/s320/LRM_EXPORT_20160827_135032%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The diorama in its original incarnation </td></tr></tbody></table><p> In recent times, however, it had been niggling me, it sat in one of my cabinets surround by other models with superior paint jobs. I thought "If it was a smaller, less significant piece, I would have boxed it up by now and given the cabinet space to something more deserving." This played on my mind more and more until late last year I made a brave and potentially foolhardy decision to dismantle it and remake it. </p><p> I have to admit there was a sense of regret for like a split second as I took a hammer and chisel to each model to painstakingly remove them from the base, thankfully with minimal damage. I decided to repaint the corpse and gallows first, just because it was the easiest part to remove really.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYsZQOVvMYYMD6Gm174HJAMVtcULKACklcDI5dGTm-4xzP_bUtDIlsPm7ttdYD0cmV4TTe3Byh6cQ5KyIYwDkbEXHCJ8cZF3ntTf4bFtf6JYMQ4XN2slU5AT7sop6MmH00Rldu_E0Y3W6GCnQmMAbGO6UiBtv7pH-Lt5VGGKbxYXZ2JvD0gbvccXTSDUDX/s1472/DSCF1454%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1472" data-original-width="1016" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYsZQOVvMYYMD6Gm174HJAMVtcULKACklcDI5dGTm-4xzP_bUtDIlsPm7ttdYD0cmV4TTe3Byh6cQ5KyIYwDkbEXHCJ8cZF3ntTf4bFtf6JYMQ4XN2slU5AT7sop6MmH00Rldu_E0Y3W6GCnQmMAbGO6UiBtv7pH-Lt5VGGKbxYXZ2JvD0gbvccXTSDUDX/s320/DSCF1454%20(2).jpg" width="221" /></a></div><p> I felt the first proper phase to take on should be the front central area where the heroic fighter Gladius is prepared to do battle with an armoured zombie warrior, stood over a wounded knight. I had painted Gladius a while back for an adventuring party so decided to give this one an identical colour scheme. Makes sense really. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDF-DqMaSDtvMnsMCt8ZjVqJPLmTWD3vqWw9EJKJgo0p0wjPsKajFTht1njVhr4ou-Kbj996QqvcLU0U7OA7c-XU7Kr1g4Uzw_Ytw1_X8Hi83pIcce6PBdBycxrRguSYJ5GVk4xPGHLJf5D_uz4CeyHYOy2N4oEViN-FiI7hX4_8BWAevOuFGr44IdIRuC/s2371/DSCF1476.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1210" data-original-width="2371" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDF-DqMaSDtvMnsMCt8ZjVqJPLmTWD3vqWw9EJKJgo0p0wjPsKajFTht1njVhr4ou-Kbj996QqvcLU0U7OA7c-XU7Kr1g4Uzw_Ytw1_X8Hi83pIcce6PBdBycxrRguSYJ5GVk4xPGHLJf5D_uz4CeyHYOy2N4oEViN-FiI7hX4_8BWAevOuFGr44IdIRuC/s320/DSCF1476.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The knight, who is from the old Citadel Rock Dragon set, was painted in a different scheme to before plus the zombie has had a more weathered and rusted look. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlfQUurHyk_QKoU9BijuM_8-cCEXHmAB4ah-cK0wIR-M2s-msovdodvIs50n4mNrX5-pWcZbZYqfVpxH5juU4ILPBLUc6zq7w3fNeh5NvaAhDphGCmmXNgQClXRdXTNwPyO-d00xQ6zEaL784XfPXbe_13zlvyEHJTS5vWsRQZ2L5gPBdWGU4rtMn42ugp/s2124/DSCF1478%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1257" data-original-width="2124" height="189" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlfQUurHyk_QKoU9BijuM_8-cCEXHmAB4ah-cK0wIR-M2s-msovdodvIs50n4mNrX5-pWcZbZYqfVpxH5juU4ILPBLUc6zq7w3fNeh5NvaAhDphGCmmXNgQClXRdXTNwPyO-d00xQ6zEaL784XfPXbe_13zlvyEHJTS5vWsRQZ2L5gPBdWGU4rtMn42ugp/s320/DSCF1478%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The base from the original diorama was something that had bothered me greatly in recent times and that played a key role in me deciding to completely redo it. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvCm3FCrbIF5Tu6gLHnsInR-6CRPM1gxdINHLzbDL1whU3HygaiZKtXJPz5FUvyiR9-YHIn8amdMifEUexLfV3JsNhAWDtC-7enuJaVrX6mfgGIn0fOJ5IRo9TDrW_Lg9oi21QObB3o9yQ70RbLU2OYU7nFtsnApOW2iOyaclu6X0_5jF8DniuqhEAqB4a/s2283/DSCF1477.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1184" data-original-width="2283" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvCm3FCrbIF5Tu6gLHnsInR-6CRPM1gxdINHLzbDL1whU3HygaiZKtXJPz5FUvyiR9-YHIn8amdMifEUexLfV3JsNhAWDtC-7enuJaVrX6mfgGIn0fOJ5IRo9TDrW_Lg9oi21QObB3o9yQ70RbLU2OYU7nFtsnApOW2iOyaclu6X0_5jF8DniuqhEAqB4a/s320/DSCF1477.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p> With Phase One complete, the next part will be another foreground area, featuring the Dwarf slayer and several skeletons rising from their graves, which I'm aiming to have finished off sometime next week. </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-3635719479981843272023-12-30T22:16:00.003+00:002023-12-30T22:19:05.921+00:00Dixon Miniatures American Civil War - 4th Virginia Cavalry<p> </p><p> I've not posted much of late but I'm still riding the Dixon Miniatures wave and have recently finished off a substantial amount of Confederates, including making a start on the 4th Virginia Cavalry. Horses are something I struggle to enjoy painting and I know I'm not alone on that one! Highly rewarding when completed but I run the risk of treading water a bit during the process. I have to say, once I got into a rhythm with them, I almost found myself having fun with them! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV4005ov2F-CI3KRRSxVqWk0qF0IHncQ6hpRtbleaw9V582ksupbN8pl_Q-1pO62etNjvr6xjqM-d0Sjl_iaQdFfnXxQpRr1uMivNevUUzYfgVxbaska34rnjDXkEirWV7DpxRxMbg2roRmBHe-6TbEIrrrnHq-zvx6dd5DXhl2tN99UeIC4cQ8tzwKDU0/s3400/DSCF1443.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1872" data-original-width="3400" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV4005ov2F-CI3KRRSxVqWk0qF0IHncQ6hpRtbleaw9V582ksupbN8pl_Q-1pO62etNjvr6xjqM-d0Sjl_iaQdFfnXxQpRr1uMivNevUUzYfgVxbaska34rnjDXkEirWV7DpxRxMbg2roRmBHe-6TbEIrrrnHq-zvx6dd5DXhl2tN99UeIC4cQ8tzwKDU0/s320/DSCF1443.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Mostly fighting with the Army of Northern Virginia, the 4th Virginia Cavalry were involved on the majority of the well known battles and campaigns. Completing its organisation in Prince William County, Virginia in September 1861, the 4th were made up of ten companies, all of which were previously independent militia.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7xhPeLH_WSvCR4Pjbr0GEg4CiWT5u7ycHyscb1L1R5kS2K5eOZ659Ivpnw5wCmaaqJyl_pE7WXDw5BsYH0tM0eXUv6xIiqRJdxkTGGJZJOKf-D15G0MZfBuFn5EGi48Z8hYIC8AOiEpEQV5ALqZPn0JxoqYVP8DLU4TdlXFxTai5gvcirBZIVqCE1MHO/s3200/DSCF1446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1792" data-original-width="3200" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7xhPeLH_WSvCR4Pjbr0GEg4CiWT5u7ycHyscb1L1R5kS2K5eOZ659Ivpnw5wCmaaqJyl_pE7WXDw5BsYH0tM0eXUv6xIiqRJdxkTGGJZJOKf-D15G0MZfBuFn5EGi48Z8hYIC8AOiEpEQV5ALqZPn0JxoqYVP8DLU4TdlXFxTai5gvcirBZIVqCE1MHO/s320/DSCF1446.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The unit were assigned to J.E.B. Stewart's, F. Lee's, Wickham's and Munford's Brigade, Army of Northern Virginia. It participated in the Battle of Williamsburg, the Seven Days Battles and the Second Bull Run and Maryland campaigns. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoSINhUV5COxykN2PTMHm51pOlFQ1D8YMNJ4ZtPzC4zirfS-Ikf6_Plm8flJCNzhOJ89XgqYV95nL3C3LcYBOBdSdUWTHMU5Xhd4u9PH3BpG0qlklGzIUc-Qr7tPzNUBizEQUr4BWzg3g57qRZv6BLNeU4kC2CR1JHx8Y40BD_oYa3QJ1dsu2iozSgR02b/s3500/DSCF1447.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1856" data-original-width="3500" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoSINhUV5COxykN2PTMHm51pOlFQ1D8YMNJ4ZtPzC4zirfS-Ikf6_Plm8flJCNzhOJ89XgqYV95nL3C3LcYBOBdSdUWTHMU5Xhd4u9PH3BpG0qlklGzIUc-Qr7tPzNUBizEQUr4BWzg3g57qRZv6BLNeU4kC2CR1JHx8Y40BD_oYa3QJ1dsu2iozSgR02b/s320/DSCF1447.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Later, the unit was involved in the conflicts at Fredericksburg, Kelly's Ford, Chancellorsville, Brandy Station, Upperville, Gettysburg, Bristoe, Mine Run, The Wilderness, Todd's Tavern, Spotsylvania, Wilson's Wharf, Haw's Shop, and Bethesda Church. The 4th went on to fight in the Shenandoah Valley with Jubal Early and around Appomattox.</p><p> The flag resides in the American Civil War Museum, formerly the Museum of the Confederacy, in Richmond, VA. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMtBqwdS8pk_ytf5rbZGWxn36bSJAMyN9EnCaCA25wPXPnlrJ05DR4G5RNgv6-Ot6CGkJaoL_GjerZAfhB7W2wQV6MMwGBXGlnYr5HrXvASAgpt1Whhs2gV0SXsnf7lAw5n4JU1Ty0djnK7P0Da_vQUVNI__iDqPvGC52kAEmYezBuS3HQDOkz_vqeRiO/s3486/DSCF1444.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1882" data-original-width="3486" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMtBqwdS8pk_ytf5rbZGWxn36bSJAMyN9EnCaCA25wPXPnlrJ05DR4G5RNgv6-Ot6CGkJaoL_GjerZAfhB7W2wQV6MMwGBXGlnYr5HrXvASAgpt1Whhs2gV0SXsnf7lAw5n4JU1Ty0djnK7P0Da_vQUVNI__iDqPvGC52kAEmYezBuS3HQDOkz_vqeRiO/s320/DSCF1444.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I've also completed a Confederate artillery limber and caisson from Water's Alabama battery plus another cannon base.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1255" data-original-width="2215" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2cIbI9KZj_cEycXx_r24TWht6JsmC4vh96JI57aqlJ5UxUcbUm1x62O3w36bIX3ELnMXxMJlAc1V3ztOVbTjsO_S59-dEMKuXt385g8J-gfj-Zn58KK8OnM05bgJIArhXEGFWOqeZBjCI0pIl_MUVqMibDHYoqgMYOoyo81XehbC4mmulPR-rMEhdP_Sf/s320/DSCF1408%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"> I'm still feeling a hunger for the Dixon fellas, it just depends which of them exactly I take on next. I've got a few ideas for projects in the coming weeks, I'm just not sure if I'm ready to kick off any of them right now.</span></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-56003810495811805462023-11-07T21:36:00.002+00:002023-11-07T21:36:21.927+00:00Dixon Miniatures American Civil War - 1st Texas Infantry Regiment <p> </p><p><br /></p><p> Over the past several weeks, I've been working on another Confederate infantry regiment. This time it's the 1st Texas, part of the Texas Brigade, which I have already finshed the regiments of the 5th Texas and 3rd Arkansas. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgBIeWtzKPIKcPzjljX2c1KDsIy32bdITlm4PQwZ5IV35pUxCbgDVn5v93yjthNzF0pnOJI1EpEP6StPPy8FcmikxFxI9xEEL2Q44zgYAUu3SPx1JpnWiZIS0e95Remprc1bcil6radBvOHg39l8m3Et0GlYMJS_OSb5XwvVTYoRVGX7w6QqZyF2f3T28/s3992/DSCF1425.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1658" data-original-width="3992" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgBIeWtzKPIKcPzjljX2c1KDsIy32bdITlm4PQwZ5IV35pUxCbgDVn5v93yjthNzF0pnOJI1EpEP6StPPy8FcmikxFxI9xEEL2Q44zgYAUu3SPx1JpnWiZIS0e95Remprc1bcil6radBvOHg39l8m3Et0GlYMJS_OSb5XwvVTYoRVGX7w6QqZyF2f3T28/s320/DSCF1425.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The 1st Texas Infantry Regiment </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div> I do enjoy working on regiments but when I embark on one, I know I'm in for at least six weeks of hard slog. Plus there's a lot of careful figure selection from the wonderful Dixon range to go through first. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8sdDQ1mswkTPPQb59bUvLgfoVG8sOKsfaPM_pD5aOySOOUJcbl6JM-5KOx9wF6Zk1Nh3CWDSc4_aF82ULVyXRShasyMNsLuPHEc-sibKBQBohZEuu2MrPIMNvmOqzhFEtB15nj-L3MWqygHXJ1AUvUu7UYu_gqiwPQxguWg21TqmVepHPBrdwz8oh1BBW/s3898/DSCF1420.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1544" data-original-width="3898" height="127" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8sdDQ1mswkTPPQb59bUvLgfoVG8sOKsfaPM_pD5aOySOOUJcbl6JM-5KOx9wF6Zk1Nh3CWDSc4_aF82ULVyXRShasyMNsLuPHEc-sibKBQBohZEuu2MrPIMNvmOqzhFEtB15nj-L3MWqygHXJ1AUvUu7UYu_gqiwPQxguWg21TqmVepHPBrdwz8oh1BBW/s320/DSCF1420.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><p> Assembled in Richmond, VA in August 1861, the 1st Texas consisted of 10 companies with 2 added subsequently. As part of the Texas Brigade, it fought under the Army of Northern Virginia from Seven Pines to Cold Harbor before latterly, the Siege of Petersburg and the Appomattox Campaign. </p><p> The regiment was known for its high casualty rate (82.3%) at the battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg); the highest suffered by any regiment, North or South, on a single day during the entire war.</p><p> At Gettysburg, they achieved much for fighting with lesser numbers than the enemy, successfully taking the major objectives they were assigned to. Under heavy fire from their position at Seminary Ridge, the order to take the heights was finally issued with Lieutenant Colonel Work yelling "Follow the Lone Star Flag to the top of the mountain!" The 1st Texas subsequently played a significant part in causing the Union troops to withdraw from their position on Devil's Den. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijqDd6c50vdsrdGI5xbdUDKi1U_rP0YsxM6rE7p85xEtBQJ3gldJgNYuo19sXRPVSZreGjaJXhyUuQaYWDuGOC5bD7yxDKMm_mvc9w75T8dX1kPNeZco-rbGivmZ7S-rA1B2zeKvGt2boGjaGdjOEc3MIfguO5-4E015Rbk8_vxq-tRAI7XaF-4srSi3U5/s3778/DSCF1418%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1540" data-original-width="3778" height="130" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijqDd6c50vdsrdGI5xbdUDKi1U_rP0YsxM6rE7p85xEtBQJ3gldJgNYuo19sXRPVSZreGjaJXhyUuQaYWDuGOC5bD7yxDKMm_mvc9w75T8dX1kPNeZco-rbGivmZ7S-rA1B2zeKvGt2boGjaGdjOEc3MIfguO5-4E015Rbk8_vxq-tRAI7XaF-4srSi3U5/s320/DSCF1418%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Mrs. Louis T. Wigfall, wife of the 1st Texas Regiment’s Colonel, gave her wedding dress to be made into a Lone Star Flag for the Regiment.</p><p>–The flag of the Texas camp, at Camp Wigfall, near Dumfries, Va., is made of the bridal dress of Mrs. Wigfall. Says the correspondent of the Austin Gazette:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtEDy5hs3pQUNIy9fnJ0czX24Da3GATcQccMh2rrjO-APhfFzljrnfEsSw38HMw1OI7KFUjXo3cK45hwK5o6IJyoVV2ZZfC5Zx1mZ617kmKRCqJZak16_f_3irolnXrQzT7Rwr2TrUcZLqBgQiCiUswjGb4mMFLEb69UMyNGbAaaLeb_P33x3_mL2sPFhM/s1369/DSCF1414%20(1)_resized.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1369" data-original-width="451" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtEDy5hs3pQUNIy9fnJ0czX24Da3GATcQccMh2rrjO-APhfFzljrnfEsSw38HMw1OI7KFUjXo3cK45hwK5o6IJyoVV2ZZfC5Zx1mZ617kmKRCqJZak16_f_3irolnXrQzT7Rwr2TrUcZLqBgQiCiUswjGb4mMFLEb69UMyNGbAaaLeb_P33x3_mL2sPFhM/s320/DSCF1414%20(1)_resized.jpg" width="105" /></a></div><p>It bears the emblem of the “Lone Star,” and this is of pure white silk, set in blue ground; the fold are purple and white. The hearts of all are riveted to it. It never will be given up. An old war-worn warrior approached it, and as his eyes gazed steadily upon the banner, he said: “That star was made of the bridal dress of the lady of our gallant colonel. She worked it with her fair hands, and gave it to us to carry through the battles of our country. How could we fall to protect. How could we fall to protect it with our lives? No, Sir! I never failed to meet the enemy when that star was our watchword, and now when our whole South is in danger, I feel that my poor life can be given up easily upon that flag as my shroud.” The old fellow with his grey heirs, still stands before my memory. Such is the feeling of every Texan.</p><p> There will be more Dixon ACW to come soon; I'm currently working on an artillery piece plus a few Confederate cavalry. </p><p> </p></div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-45583486049821611052023-04-30T07:15:00.002+01:002023-04-30T08:39:14.707+01:00Collaboration Project - Citadel/Warhammer/AD&D Adventuring party complete!<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> <span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">Well I was intending to post each time a party member was finished but I just didn't get around to it. So here is the adventuring party in its entirety. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8FA-ILBLKgopwFzUTttNkI_yXVwiOFyoxMT6zKlxGNh0D9RFZ0EDvsalk7K_3iC_A5Lh3dcXpLSvcck9Swa4LJMaVqRe7Jq8ZyYpk9Pt9Wlvg7v8KJQlxtXghwEbDxLtdBPIhcEQl07oIAWHEaZ-izzt7u-zTacH8Md85BJ_aecgAO2vnrChnmTciOg/s2712/DSCF1370.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1220" data-original-width="2712" height="144" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8FA-ILBLKgopwFzUTttNkI_yXVwiOFyoxMT6zKlxGNh0D9RFZ0EDvsalk7K_3iC_A5Lh3dcXpLSvcck9Swa4LJMaVqRe7Jq8ZyYpk9Pt9Wlvg7v8KJQlxtXghwEbDxLtdBPIhcEQl07oIAWHEaZ-izzt7u-zTacH8Md85BJ_aecgAO2vnrChnmTciOg/s320/DSCF1370.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">In the style of the excellent and wonderfully informative Otherworld AD&D site, I'll describe each member of the party in detail. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxfvq_YEHFDA1S2VmLSqkYrfLUEu8oUp_qM5jXohBPlmMfWvdbsA-KaYbRgILk23MD8jQnZIhG3q7ff9AVFFo7JhhcAZjaC_0AFYPWxYRt3guE0Q3n8-3NW6jUT4PFfCRG9DlE-JobHhOBCvIHYgnf78Oph1JGHHK5_2wo-v23IrZO3b9Gj_CWfmBRTA/s1120/DSCF1315.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1120" data-original-width="901" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxfvq_YEHFDA1S2VmLSqkYrfLUEu8oUp_qM5jXohBPlmMfWvdbsA-KaYbRgILk23MD8jQnZIhG3q7ff9AVFFo7JhhcAZjaC_0AFYPWxYRt3guE0Q3n8-3NW6jUT4PFfCRG9DlE-JobHhOBCvIHYgnf78Oph1JGHHK5_2wo-v23IrZO3b9Gj_CWfmBRTA/s320/DSCF1315.jpg" width="257" /></a></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">■ The party leader is the female magic user from the AD&D range (high level). She wears a leather headband and is adorned in various jewellery. She is clad in a fur lined cloak and lace trimmed long tunic. She carries a bronze staff and short sword plus an array of scrolls.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNtXWvUM9j5ksxpK0kmFgh2jNGW3ot2XFuvlC9xmxHQSPQ-pFx9zOGiTxQ6qyHy0du1ZXRW2JUM3JvTyLMvDGqzqSP0803V7NnnFHYkaGTrcbm7HFdWAz72YXdd7SE2T5xSOdAeLo-dXgKJlD9eEcAjktW940PTEd8q4ONpURyAVP_E-tXzUHLDFNqew/s1002/20211114_195004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1002" data-original-width="755" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNtXWvUM9j5ksxpK0kmFgh2jNGW3ot2XFuvlC9xmxHQSPQ-pFx9zOGiTxQ6qyHy0du1ZXRW2JUM3JvTyLMvDGqzqSP0803V7NnnFHYkaGTrcbm7HFdWAz72YXdd7SE2T5xSOdAeLo-dXgKJlD9eEcAjktW940PTEd8q4ONpURyAVP_E-tXzUHLDFNqew/s320/20211114_195004.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">■ The fighter model is Gladius from the Heroic Fighters of the Known World set. He wears a large plumed Greek style helm and dressed in a mixture of fur, leather armour and chainmail. He carries a broadsword and an ornate bronze shield plus a large comb to keep his impressive plume looking pristine.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYZ2VOnpK_-sTaussx9Afp2sK92gJY6iFA7G3rG936t-aZ8q4dCtu_o5OJpNaZZIdxkTEfLUPzWppw7BaC5UwSSSLMvODv76HfGlh_Jd0NQpyHhYe1VNQ6T3CPuEHvJvVg5rmASNX1mAOU9mHo7Ks84cJC8g44Df0YKwthGjSAUro56fpzc0HsRIrnlA/s1232/DSCF1331.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1232" data-original-width="824" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYZ2VOnpK_-sTaussx9Afp2sK92gJY6iFA7G3rG936t-aZ8q4dCtu_o5OJpNaZZIdxkTEfLUPzWppw7BaC5UwSSSLMvODv76HfGlh_Jd0NQpyHhYe1VNQ6T3CPuEHvJvVg5rmASNX1mAOU9mHo7Ks84cJC8g44Df0YKwthGjSAUro56fpzc0HsRIrnlA/s320/DSCF1331.jpg" width="214" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">■ The Complete Adventurer fom the classic Citadel limited edition range. So he is carrying.....(here we go)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">Lantern, torch, camera (!), satchel, staff, sword, short sword, bucket, bow and arrows, tomes x2, dagger, axe, scrolls, frying pan, wooden spoon, coil of rope, dinner plate, ball and chain, mug, teapot, one or two unidentifiable objects....oh and the proverbial....</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUechyhFcwotB0TpL1Fh9PJIXkt7udAewgv5DQSw37qOsWVLZwiCBSe5Xqawk3l1M_P4F4wgz_kjxE144S4XAxWz3NSvaHG-b4mFZkDs1rwCjWLFm3Gs5cHfhJ0f33fMAkHn1ArGAnG2n_yO4m2eLPR3NKKGlvFnayHwuvou-FN7atUlAROQv4HubxHQ/s1081/DSCF1347%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1081" data-original-width="1005" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUechyhFcwotB0TpL1Fh9PJIXkt7udAewgv5DQSw37qOsWVLZwiCBSe5Xqawk3l1M_P4F4wgz_kjxE144S4XAxWz3NSvaHG-b4mFZkDs1rwCjWLFm3Gs5cHfhJ0f33fMAkHn1ArGAnG2n_yO4m2eLPR3NKKGlvFnayHwuvou-FN7atUlAROQv4HubxHQ/s320/DSCF1347%20(2).jpg" width="298" /></a></div><br /><div>■ <span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">Dwarf hero. Another classic from the AD&D character range (high level). He is wearing a horned bronze helm with brass trimming and armed with a rune carved axe, a bronze shield and short sword. He also carries a crossbow and pouch of bolts. He is clad in ornate leather armour trimmed with bronze.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamQU316ag9eT5V7G07QjY2Gs17OuEVSo9I0dDHNwKcpCCs7VgwZ0iwI_NrNnh8TfiKLxrR7JRQAXsrpGj265O6zMPuAmCHW3jnWv4me4MIfrIqNlxHzTcSbpQvtHVRhgKEbO2MUWA9YinDocg8pnJifRLd2kMj9lrePIYAZihvan2vjAGtViNrB8y4g/s1143/DSCF1350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1075" data-original-width="1143" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamQU316ag9eT5V7G07QjY2Gs17OuEVSo9I0dDHNwKcpCCs7VgwZ0iwI_NrNnh8TfiKLxrR7JRQAXsrpGj265O6zMPuAmCHW3jnWv4me4MIfrIqNlxHzTcSbpQvtHVRhgKEbO2MUWA9YinDocg8pnJifRLd2kMj9lrePIYAZihvan2vjAGtViNrB8y4g/s320/DSCF1350.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">■ Elven ranger. Dressed in a fine cloth tunic with studded sleeves and striped three quarter length pants, he is armed with a broadsword and bow. His quiver of arrows is fitted with an elegant strap featuring an ornate brooch-like clasp.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi1opI2RS7i33z77d7WFL1RXi8wam2qZQ1gDvkKWGj-xU2cshFDh_WukcHkdFBEnv3JGhKh_WCD2rYWXk4V_XwZKZioEebxZDZ0DrvZETJn5wMmbhLr6G3bqszwHOhj8bwu0lvlS7rdED-9ImIKnst_UdGrw_GZ5yGUFwqkgfmcK3zU6NbuTlGUtfsFg/s1160/DSCF1365.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1160" data-original-width="1006" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi1opI2RS7i33z77d7WFL1RXi8wam2qZQ1gDvkKWGj-xU2cshFDh_WukcHkdFBEnv3JGhKh_WCD2rYWXk4V_XwZKZioEebxZDZ0DrvZETJn5wMmbhLr6G3bqszwHOhj8bwu0lvlS7rdED-9ImIKnst_UdGrw_GZ5yGUFwqkgfmcK3zU6NbuTlGUtfsFg/s320/DSCF1365.jpg" width="278" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Palatino Linotype;">■ Ogre mercenary. I went for a slightly understated model as I thought one of the more individual looking Jes Goodwin ogres would dominate the group too much so opted for the trooper in the Golfag's ogre mercenaries set from the Regiments of Renown range. Dressed in furs, chainmail and leather, this brutish looking fellow is armed with a large spiked mace, a plain weathered bronze shield and a bone handled cleaver.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: "Palatino Linotype";"> So the project is at and end....or is it? The plan was to also include a warband of villains. For that I have selected (most likely), a chaos sorcerer, an evil fighter, a gnoll, an orc, a goblin and a skeleton. The sorcerer is underway and should have him wrapped up this coming week.</span></div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-56262907131062652352023-03-23T21:57:00.001+00:002023-03-23T21:57:25.598+00:00Collaboration Project - Adventuring Party, ADD11 Female Magic User <p> </p><p> I can't believe this is actually the first model I've completed since early December. I've painted most days since then but just couldn't get anything finished. I must have about twenty half painted models cluttering up the desk from during that period. I've never known a time like it to be honest; making a promising start then running put of interest. </p><p> The other week I suggested to my good buddy Rochie over at Buried Under Lead, a collaboration project to help remedy my frustration. He was more than keen so we got the ball rolling.</p><p> The plan is to paint one figure a week to make up a five model adventuring party. So here is my first effort:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqku1f2SAlhyfCftwoCqbnjXAhClP_XqtueHohEjHctomYkDF7Tgk4fNiY_UtKTFKWeGvNAU2FegFvUvlDzAKnHXCJGwSTX-Un5bbE0rL2X5FQh5vIiCnk4bhdjMpK563da2JMeh7exYQQP6hPebfPF258-V7NIuVYuKBPJOHltonzQBmZn6B0wDh1qg/s1120/DSCF1315.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1120" data-original-width="901" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqku1f2SAlhyfCftwoCqbnjXAhClP_XqtueHohEjHctomYkDF7Tgk4fNiY_UtKTFKWeGvNAU2FegFvUvlDzAKnHXCJGwSTX-Un5bbE0rL2X5FQh5vIiCnk4bhdjMpK563da2JMeh7exYQQP6hPebfPF258-V7NIuVYuKBPJOHltonzQBmZn6B0wDh1qg/s320/DSCF1315.jpg" width="257" /></a></div><p> She is a female magic user from the classic Citadel AD&D range; the high level model from the packs of three miniatures that represented a character at different stages of experience. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5JVc1IDeEDXBu265Nq9xARcUBDciMhX9nT8vzsDL4O6156lzr7DfdR-7dtJ8M8KQfs-8MYDG-PSie9f6DacHA1BCsm0ZcPPMsBlECgdmobe7fu6D9-3srMr86ez8YeZwJO5QO1Ms631dAQPJukdBN7axJz-e2fd0Nho4hg3lP2LlF4qeJqqSFHeqKVQ/s1067/DSCF1314.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="875" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5JVc1IDeEDXBu265Nq9xARcUBDciMhX9nT8vzsDL4O6156lzr7DfdR-7dtJ8M8KQfs-8MYDG-PSie9f6DacHA1BCsm0ZcPPMsBlECgdmobe7fu6D9-3srMr86ez8YeZwJO5QO1Ms631dAQPJukdBN7axJz-e2fd0Nho4hg3lP2LlF4qeJqqSFHeqKVQ/s320/DSCF1314.jpg" width="262" /></a></div><p> This is a model I've been interested in acquiring for a while now so this was the ideal opportunity to grab one. It's always nice to have a figure turn up that I've never had in hand before and was impressed with all the little details on this one. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpU3HOH-bpWkz1G-If6zXQ_Mf4P-jIyqBnGs4pwqD2mk4NUjtZ5X_lTKZTRGdLnR5AM_MpAOSSOhh0I6sYefbQ5Q_i8HIAxs_HsqGXZBfC_v6M_kFUS7x6afiyGIl68C644857urvItchZ6o1xerUNajPPjSpAKKpUHdDS_iEuZSXUnAOMuzCg8iaaNw/s1230/DSCF1316.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1230" data-original-width="902" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpU3HOH-bpWkz1G-If6zXQ_Mf4P-jIyqBnGs4pwqD2mk4NUjtZ5X_lTKZTRGdLnR5AM_MpAOSSOhh0I6sYefbQ5Q_i8HIAxs_HsqGXZBfC_v6M_kFUS7x6afiyGIl68C644857urvItchZ6o1xerUNajPPjSpAKKpUHdDS_iEuZSXUnAOMuzCg8iaaNw/s320/DSCF1316.jpg" width="235" /></a></div><p> Part of the fun in this kind of project is deciding on figure selection. It didn't take me long to work out who was going to feature in this party. I'll reveal each week who's in as I finish them. The next one is underway and should be completed by the end of the week.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHOI1w73vl6aMwKaEfIJMGPjlnphoibTVtyvFH_pGWlB9NacwiAJNFIf7TcCWX7RllAO7qQhBDVNS7uDoMt0QoXkGYb1JDhW5SqKScQrWhPy8_6pIIXVLIgDNhPVnpjJ3rXQkzLLN5orqp_SuEtuXVP2xvoUxcApk6jEjxQTpSlYs-6fRzC4bX4_mziQ/s1564/DSCF1313.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1238" data-original-width="1564" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHOI1w73vl6aMwKaEfIJMGPjlnphoibTVtyvFH_pGWlB9NacwiAJNFIf7TcCWX7RllAO7qQhBDVNS7uDoMt0QoXkGYb1JDhW5SqKScQrWhPy8_6pIIXVLIgDNhPVnpjJ3rXQkzLLN5orqp_SuEtuXVP2xvoUxcApk6jEjxQTpSlYs-6fRzC4bX4_mziQ/s320/DSCF1313.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I painted Gladius from the Heroic Fighters of the Known World set a while back (over a year ago actually - time flies!) and although he's not strictly part of this project, I'll probably include him seeing as he was intended for a small adventuring party such as this one anyway.</p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-56393771230427048622022-12-31T19:18:00.005+00:002022-12-31T19:22:54.419+00:002022 - Review Time!<p> </p><p> Well it's been a bit of a quiet year really in comparison with others. I've not actually blogged since September, although I did paint the odd model since then but but hadn't got around to adding them on here. </p><p> So back in early January, I produced the highlight of my year, personally: the Dwarf Juggernaut from the Citadel Arcane Monstrosities range.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-PK_7Nq-oDx4jJb8jA1mADmJf4rHTTVmkK13c7MojVrxbA5xPecxPNIhJyVS3PfgksGLAIhAez0xQ2veO0hZs6zvzLxTO84qU8y3qSSsKWEe2_Pg8aAYoP-u57uml1uq-kKNQACfOpgnM6y74_8MRyr9T-SYzLlz3JSrG3Hvui-oEybfmoYGR1XidFg/s2673/20220104_162126.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2506" data-original-width="2673" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-PK_7Nq-oDx4jJb8jA1mADmJf4rHTTVmkK13c7MojVrxbA5xPecxPNIhJyVS3PfgksGLAIhAez0xQ2veO0hZs6zvzLxTO84qU8y3qSSsKWEe2_Pg8aAYoP-u57uml1uq-kKNQACfOpgnM6y74_8MRyr9T-SYzLlz3JSrG3Hvui-oEybfmoYGR1XidFg/s320/20220104_162126.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Some notable alterations were made, such as a different crew and the imperial flame cannon on the main deck.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvT5tdIbTqPomcsdBCEEzuIwHD9FHGPYPvGYUCG75hDeDzWvQbQFxIAq7bthvP3VMWlGwh4THdLpT4C7UQD9CmwydenkDjVKKerGTnnboukttkg9AscOF3_Wg9pPxd6-NAes7LREbbkjVEhxvlkYPsw-iekQyro_hiN5f0EGw37tSKzaz_QrTOAa2cfQ/s2499/20220104_163118.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2499" data-original-width="2185" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvT5tdIbTqPomcsdBCEEzuIwHD9FHGPYPvGYUCG75hDeDzWvQbQFxIAq7bthvP3VMWlGwh4THdLpT4C7UQD9CmwydenkDjVKKerGTnnboukttkg9AscOF3_Wg9pPxd6-NAes7LREbbkjVEhxvlkYPsw-iekQyro_hiN5f0EGw37tSKzaz_QrTOAa2cfQ/s320/20220104_163118.jpg" width="280" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4q4kV_D-lwtj80T9vWiq-I2MKQbYk39m9tRdgtGN0nTAyp2uNzOC3w4JTsx3qmz_WMZyzuUyI5HocmfBIV98prBU3-nUiC_Hy2nnVgMfbvuYawC9ETG2q6b7iDH6DDQX26Z6ZsICPDAbZuqMRSKoVcSwCsl_BHTZCr8yblealvVmenzUhtCIxIQUYbQ/s2842/20220104_162950.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2611" data-original-width="2842" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4q4kV_D-lwtj80T9vWiq-I2MKQbYk39m9tRdgtGN0nTAyp2uNzOC3w4JTsx3qmz_WMZyzuUyI5HocmfBIV98prBU3-nUiC_Hy2nnVgMfbvuYawC9ETG2q6b7iDH6DDQX26Z6ZsICPDAbZuqMRSKoVcSwCsl_BHTZCr8yblealvVmenzUhtCIxIQUYbQ/w322-h294/20220104_162950.jpg" width="322" /></a></div><p> The plan was to carry on with the large scale machine theme with a repaint of the Chaos Battering Ram from the same range but I think it was too much to take on after weeks of working on a equally sizeable project so I went for a single model instead, Hrothyogg from the classic Jes Goodwin ogre range.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1T3bXlXqteiR6_PF-d5xfXXX_nY_YsG3msFmahf6UjiA02LzJ0cma2CfGsM9tTWgO8oy7oNEVAex46-zEnrdGpQtlFOrP9-fLpUbfAA___DjDcDcEzCJ2AfJBkSG9qM8dmhJpMHFd8Dxt8-VstQRGDVvMJUj3McKm6AaGLumW8qYUhnptSJgs35j31A/s1250/PSX_20220210_195440.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1250" data-original-width="965" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1T3bXlXqteiR6_PF-d5xfXXX_nY_YsG3msFmahf6UjiA02LzJ0cma2CfGsM9tTWgO8oy7oNEVAex46-zEnrdGpQtlFOrP9-fLpUbfAA___DjDcDcEzCJ2AfJBkSG9qM8dmhJpMHFd8Dxt8-VstQRGDVvMJUj3McKm6AaGLumW8qYUhnptSJgs35j31A/s320/PSX_20220210_195440.jpg" width="247" /></a></div><p> I did make a start on a French unit for The Silver Bayonet, the Napoleonic gothic horror game, using Flintloque elves. Didn't get the whole unit wrapped up as I was getting drawn into the next project but I'll return to them for sure.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu3566o5nwW471iQGF5eSLcmd0Iw3TJ2mGNlx2181TP6vPRbpE42YDy-Ju2ipLijQzJvjQbcKYZAbodojAnVf07WqGK-Bv_unrbVlTszOxgrsRdQ2v3d5x2BYJFqwz1Fzqb5e2a8zQWpN3nY3cXysW0BoS6Ube10adFv76ixPm3TvytRdrwKtFNalgIQ/s2175/20220328_193012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1495" data-original-width="2175" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu3566o5nwW471iQGF5eSLcmd0Iw3TJ2mGNlx2181TP6vPRbpE42YDy-Ju2ipLijQzJvjQbcKYZAbodojAnVf07WqGK-Bv_unrbVlTszOxgrsRdQ2v3d5x2BYJFqwz1Fzqb5e2a8zQWpN3nY3cXysW0BoS6Ube10adFv76ixPm3TvytRdrwKtFNalgIQ/s320/20220328_193012.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I then took on another fairly small project, a tactical squad of Rogue Trader Space Marines, incidentally the first 40k models I had painted in five years. The plan is to add other squads in the same colours over time.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGquiXZ0ZjW7ux_kAxzHw_Rstge5tDzZYajCViLmSZXZWfmTZWtcFsVdg7yxsMJAUocwy_h28NuukA1RTSvqy29pvDsvAag8mKbxpM9QJKynlBdULfKWcaDyXbKKXdxvucG1ghVQcdaNpDHqpetRMVbKYEjQWwYfoaAFXKE-I-NJHgKxy4m_uymQb11Q/s2434/20220514_092240.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1128" data-original-width="2434" height="148" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGquiXZ0ZjW7ux_kAxzHw_Rstge5tDzZYajCViLmSZXZWfmTZWtcFsVdg7yxsMJAUocwy_h28NuukA1RTSvqy29pvDsvAag8mKbxpM9QJKynlBdULfKWcaDyXbKKXdxvucG1ghVQcdaNpDHqpetRMVbKYEjQWwYfoaAFXKE-I-NJHgKxy4m_uymQb11Q/s320/20220514_092240.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I was really keen to start on another Tilean mercenary regiment but only got as far as two of the command models before running out of steam. There's plenty of great characterful figures that will feature in the unit though when I'm good and ready.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwCxXd1sB_hcmx92thCLRrjrBtaMXMJumkkcdHHgoEsJPGIsriFLfq_jvfBBZbwz_vWJq5mslraxtFgUSOg7JT_gSJMG3o5XK4x2tpam6EBKfXskqNq9I6Y-kg-KK7KPTixtdPd-Smil9AcQIEOfV3notxVTlHYhw4AuHaWLOevqXGWjbDDu0HAZ88Eg/s1714/20220620_205146%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1286" data-original-width="1714" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwCxXd1sB_hcmx92thCLRrjrBtaMXMJumkkcdHHgoEsJPGIsriFLfq_jvfBBZbwz_vWJq5mslraxtFgUSOg7JT_gSJMG3o5XK4x2tpam6EBKfXskqNq9I6Y-kg-KK7KPTixtdPd-Smil9AcQIEOfV3notxVTlHYhw4AuHaWLOevqXGWjbDDu0HAZ88Eg/s320/20220620_205146%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> It was only a matter of time before I revisited my long ongoing Dixon Miniatures American Civil War project, this time with another Confederate regiment, the 5th Texas Infantry. This was followed by some dismounted Confederate cavalry. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8cS-18t1hB384oKGXmYhAWqV4EHgGFq7i0v2ECbqfM4qtlziMm_MMTR3DF-9pVlqA3HW9W24T6rEb3XSBQxHTAXmFjNp-RWk3NZKJ0LDDd_G0GYP0yCAPFqra29ret2PSPOJQV4O4UzpGvkL8D2vxl_NTBwDreM6KGOXeQcPSLYQIph5O8NjwWm7xIA/s3034/DSCF1264.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1524" data-original-width="3034" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8cS-18t1hB384oKGXmYhAWqV4EHgGFq7i0v2ECbqfM4qtlziMm_MMTR3DF-9pVlqA3HW9W24T6rEb3XSBQxHTAXmFjNp-RWk3NZKJ0LDDd_G0GYP0yCAPFqra29ret2PSPOJQV4O4UzpGvkL8D2vxl_NTBwDreM6KGOXeQcPSLYQIph5O8NjwWm7xIA/s320/DSCF1264.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibYC__DUheHCYnaaCAidgeaofhTm4GXdSuTtScPUZQvmSNMtmpD--miKWR3aKjUOJFv-9Nyg0QPLH4PFAttnV1Knkd2e4XI59Ug64sjQHk78DSjzaifHG1FWdO2IbFGLNUtMIbHY7y7AmEtsxOyE_Ec7RQ9ANRSjO8bHCUAJ_UwBsD-VGZBOUyjikj4A/s2692/DSCF1289.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1488" data-original-width="2692" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibYC__DUheHCYnaaCAidgeaofhTm4GXdSuTtScPUZQvmSNMtmpD--miKWR3aKjUOJFv-9Nyg0QPLH4PFAttnV1Knkd2e4XI59Ug64sjQHk78DSjzaifHG1FWdO2IbFGLNUtMIbHY7y7AmEtsxOyE_Ec7RQ9ANRSjO8bHCUAJ_UwBsD-VGZBOUyjikj4A/s320/DSCF1289.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> The last couple of months of 2022 were a bit hit and miss with several ideas floating around but just not finding the momentum to undergo any of them. Frustrating to say the least. Although, I did repaint my Asgard Half Troll which will represent my beastlord for my beastman/broo regiment. Plus I'd been looking for a suitable armour technique to use on my chaos warriors when the time comes and my test model was a success!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPG0E6SJXMnJZ8hdBXmYlIiUaFLAwxNo9Pe5agaXW8re7zsW3iSjAX6KvffZljdWRtTK8zK9Gz58k5xB5Q4ELvWenXD9t_dFpkMpJdGfSnjSlqrYOWc-nt-EBOTmKDYYEusTGrph8rsjME4cM_qW5okUq8Ov1_86Gr7TuaglV6AZxlKjz0uFMOFAmw-A/s1498/DSCF1273.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1498" data-original-width="1102" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPG0E6SJXMnJZ8hdBXmYlIiUaFLAwxNo9Pe5agaXW8re7zsW3iSjAX6KvffZljdWRtTK8zK9Gz58k5xB5Q4ELvWenXD9t_dFpkMpJdGfSnjSlqrYOWc-nt-EBOTmKDYYEusTGrph8rsjME4cM_qW5okUq8Ov1_86Gr7TuaglV6AZxlKjz0uFMOFAmw-A/s320/DSCF1273.jpg" width="235" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-OipocLQTJTE_0Sy6cI27PRaItQ9smJHaL8VbYTO9bxoHU4Ob89nzYy_6GONgOGwSlUGjtNb0-FYyfHrgH9QgnRvO85OBykZPuWukTd66HvqyNCyCmClfOr3sbbN75fJ9V45pX_aO91Lp_DJdaCCQANyL_bTlvmbq4ce6llcFEGuc3LEQbivkJiL23A/s1246/DSCF1299.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1246" data-original-width="1138" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-OipocLQTJTE_0Sy6cI27PRaItQ9smJHaL8VbYTO9bxoHU4Ob89nzYy_6GONgOGwSlUGjtNb0-FYyfHrgH9QgnRvO85OBykZPuWukTd66HvqyNCyCmClfOr3sbbN75fJ9V45pX_aO91Lp_DJdaCCQANyL_bTlvmbq4ce6llcFEGuc3LEQbivkJiL23A/s320/DSCF1299.jpg" width="292" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So, sadly no grand effort at the close of the year. I have been working on a couple of projects over the Christmas holidays that should both see completion in January though. I'm still holding out for my diorama that I was aiming for during 2022 but then again, that was planned for 2021 as well. Third year lucky hopefully!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><br /><p><br /></p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-92061740544169888652022-09-10T21:38:00.006+01:002022-09-17T07:30:58.466+01:00Dixon Miniatures American Civil War - 5th Texas Infantry <p> </p><p> It's been a long time since my last post. The plan had been to undergo a classic beastman/broo regiment but after making a start on a couple, I felt I wasn't feeling it. So for now that project will have to wait until the time is right. </p><p> So for now I've decided to revisit my long running Dixon Miniatures American Civil War project and have spent the last month or so on another Confederate regiment, the 5th Texas Infantry. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg84SMYo8Zp96Mr8Y4MMiRI9snfBZGjYA_C7e703-hL3CrsMDP9NRdUxCe4KKs8uaL2pBlOoOFBPk7OvhPIx5jTC0rDVEs0DHmAxSY-FZVXQU9vxqr7yzVSSyw85svImFXYQr1Up6wVNaOgxtbu9xym5fjpEf9vb-jh498bnUzfEYIaNWv_dX6qGTMDsQ/s3295/DSCF1263.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1422" data-original-width="3295" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg84SMYo8Zp96Mr8Y4MMiRI9snfBZGjYA_C7e703-hL3CrsMDP9NRdUxCe4KKs8uaL2pBlOoOFBPk7OvhPIx5jTC0rDVEs0DHmAxSY-FZVXQU9vxqr7yzVSSyw85svImFXYQr1Up6wVNaOgxtbu9xym5fjpEf9vb-jh498bnUzfEYIaNWv_dX6qGTMDsQ/s320/DSCF1263.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The 5th Texas was part of the Texas Brigade which I'm planning on painting every regiment that featured. I already have the 3rd Arkansas and a command base featuring Texas Brigade commander John Bell Hood sorted and intend to include the 1st and 4th Texas regiments plus original members, the 18th Georgia and Hampton's Legion.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoNPN-UYBfb9mDlrYZt2c2QhFh-s5GDSJNJqXKEBpv-LTksRH6SGy0TSxy3b66xcra384P4FfmJnpdwpYZmnkfNm_UoFq8zEFAc0Yg5G72iKSC1SLNFnD7AMiThdzELfd9NZ-BejGZAccFDUJbqpkyyJZULx8ASkY6L31GBFdI1UbFCxk8RqjeHwlxzw/s3034/DSCF1264.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1524" data-original-width="3034" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoNPN-UYBfb9mDlrYZt2c2QhFh-s5GDSJNJqXKEBpv-LTksRH6SGy0TSxy3b66xcra384P4FfmJnpdwpYZmnkfNm_UoFq8zEFAc0Yg5G72iKSC1SLNFnD7AMiThdzELfd9NZ-BejGZAccFDUJbqpkyyJZULx8ASkY6L31GBFdI1UbFCxk8RqjeHwlxzw/s320/DSCF1264.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Created in October 1861, the 5th Texas were assigned to the Texas Brigade. As part of the brigade, the 5th performed well at the Battle of Eltham's Landing, lightly involved at the Battle of Seven Pines as well as playing an important roll in the Battle of Gaines' Mill with a charge that split the Union lines.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5LSxlJXHshfEKba3jh9pJKb1WfwtLPQ_FjmKHnbLxjsVerjY1WUryk-tOD5GzNZkZtg3YMtB-vvmG7mXFDKT5o1ASZ8bsfTbvkvQa1rF5tOIaNzb0movJTGaEWyD4LJN9XMkFzfqAtSam9-kR-ZUDCu1w0YAD0ql5NI0CJKlJpSU1u4-lh8N_XnVhCg/s3431/DSCF1266.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1370" data-original-width="3431" height="128" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5LSxlJXHshfEKba3jh9pJKb1WfwtLPQ_FjmKHnbLxjsVerjY1WUryk-tOD5GzNZkZtg3YMtB-vvmG7mXFDKT5o1ASZ8bsfTbvkvQa1rF5tOIaNzb0movJTGaEWyD4LJN9XMkFzfqAtSam9-kR-ZUDCu1w0YAD0ql5NI0CJKlJpSU1u4-lh8N_XnVhCg/s320/DSCF1266.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Regiment commander Jerome B. Robertson can be seen on the far left.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> After featuring at Antietam and Fredericksburg, the 5th were heavily engaged at Gettysburg where they suffered over 50% casualties following the assault on Little Round Top. There was another heavy engagement later on in 1863 at Chickamauga after the brigade had shifted to the Western theatre, suffering significant casualties once more. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm__FqOWRq0vReplJ-fDWKwXTicGyfBi4BE4FPB7eSgrczOf3PYFArwwRiK5P62QvydI3jFs7TtYcXrpeKmkLHaVvKsd2DdazbPYfQQmB5zRSPjd-ciqoVgt_wtHA3ftB6ha2kOPEYEvB3VHEZx_CNImb9814v6hUL7uvRVqrYnliGOdWoAulrf0FwJA/s3413/DSCF1267.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1537" data-original-width="3413" height="144" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm__FqOWRq0vReplJ-fDWKwXTicGyfBi4BE4FPB7eSgrczOf3PYFArwwRiK5P62QvydI3jFs7TtYcXrpeKmkLHaVvKsd2DdazbPYfQQmB5zRSPjd-ciqoVgt_wtHA3ftB6ha2kOPEYEvB3VHEZx_CNImb9814v6hUL7uvRVqrYnliGOdWoAulrf0FwJA/s320/DSCF1267.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div> They continued to feature in prominent battles such as The Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, Cold Harbor and the Siege of Petersburg before the surrender at Appomattox with 12 officers and 149 rank and file which was the largest unit in the Texas Brigade.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Texans Always Move Them</b></div><div><br /></div><div>"Attention Texas Brigade" was rung upon the morning air by Gen. Gregg, the eyes of General Lee are upon you, forward march." Scarce had we moved a step, when Gen. Lee, in front of the whole command, raised himself in his stirrups, uncovered his grey hair and with an earnest, yet anxious voice, exclaimed above the din and confusion of the hour. "Texans always move them." ....never before in my lifetime or since did I ever witness such a scene as was enacted when Lee pronounced these words with the appealing look that he gave. A yell rent the air that must have been heard for miles around and but few eyes in that old brigade of veterans and heroes of many a bloody field was undimmed by honest heartfelt tears. Leonard Gee, a courier to Gen. Gregg and riding by my side with tears coursing down his cheeks and yells issuing from his throat exclaimed "I would charge hell itself for that old man!"</div><div><br /></div><div>Private Robert Campbell, 5th Texas Infantry </div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>So the plan is to get another regiment of the Brigade underway at some point soon but meanwhile I've started work on some dismounted Confederate cavalry as I find painting regiments like a bit of a marathon. <br /><p> </p></div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-13146398174721803112022-05-14T09:52:00.000+01:002022-05-14T09:52:27.754+01:00Rogue Trader Space Marines - Tactical Squad complete.<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> So with the last pair of rogue trader space marines finished this week, I've rounded off my five man tactical squad. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCnaQ11RaHEYqsgAhbvBAXMYywuKB68tNF6HnMkqG9lNBIZ9lG_GLGFjt21AFQge_qur0OZ_UXDJXwnP9ZD-uVuC-G7Wbu33rkW7eXlk4aFT4ZiSv5CsShh2cpuf9QWMCT7BwdZHD1aiQK0-lf3Vc-SZtSXqohw9xBGTJnMgg9u2P7EBr_RZNy75YWQ/s2418/20220509_201226.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1176" data-original-width="2418" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCnaQ11RaHEYqsgAhbvBAXMYywuKB68tNF6HnMkqG9lNBIZ9lG_GLGFjt21AFQge_qur0OZ_UXDJXwnP9ZD-uVuC-G7Wbu33rkW7eXlk4aFT4ZiSv5CsShh2cpuf9QWMCT7BwdZHD1aiQK0-lf3Vc-SZtSXqohw9xBGTJnMgg9u2P7EBr_RZNy75YWQ/s320/20220509_201226.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I've gone for Brother Leanman and my favourite heavy weapon marine miniature for the final two in what has been a very economical project as all five models were spares from when I finished painting my space marine army several years ago. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFsf4nZGw8yZx37kZIbqGbuavwBc5CdSQPFfGI1RRPIOTkIgjSWTTbvtAmDdNISS43kBv3hUN38jveL5eUyLpFIE28TbcMfH8QcmFHdFkU2sfUNH0YwiB0JU4BunhNkjiEv5TNgZsM2lJyoxbWEkhaObAlsqF6Vz36dlBIXiww6feiuBiNzaaKWh0ofQ/s1141/20220509_195036.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="977" data-original-width="1141" height="274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFsf4nZGw8yZx37kZIbqGbuavwBc5CdSQPFfGI1RRPIOTkIgjSWTTbvtAmDdNISS43kBv3hUN38jveL5eUyLpFIE28TbcMfH8QcmFHdFkU2sfUNH0YwiB0JU4BunhNkjiEv5TNgZsM2lJyoxbWEkhaObAlsqF6Vz36dlBIXiww6feiuBiNzaaKWh0ofQ/s320/20220509_195036.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> I've been delighted with the amount of positive response on various social media platforms regarding the colour scheme that I've opted for. I spend a lot of time working out colour schemes on all of my projects (more than the actual painting sometimes) so it means an awful lot!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3KFaAA49Ji3uv9m-YA979ukFyPcLaj8TAb06-jVXBM6HXcgX4Yb3E49WEHtdGiqt0cmk4Ck9NJtKM-KrL3H4zydkVU8k5cU9PjAv7jxOksSqZlVCcx_Ys3eAv-77yKVr46_lb4OlwDRu9SxuFNzaAzP7Jbs-ztiMcq1-WG4o0EqwF60gh3QBXe46g_w/s2434/20220514_092240.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1128" data-original-width="2434" height="148" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3KFaAA49Ji3uv9m-YA979ukFyPcLaj8TAb06-jVXBM6HXcgX4Yb3E49WEHtdGiqt0cmk4Ck9NJtKM-KrL3H4zydkVU8k5cU9PjAv7jxOksSqZlVCcx_Ys3eAv-77yKVr46_lb4OlwDRu9SxuFNzaAzP7Jbs-ztiMcq1-WG4o0EqwF60gh3QBXe46g_w/s320/20220514_092240.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> There is always the chance of adding to this chapter at some point but a tactical squad was all I'd set out to achieve for now but it's been an enjoyable little project so it's pretty likely you'll be seeing more of these guys down the line.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOIRjBjGBwegymqmnTfcOAyqBnsYhm2lpicZo96ZdR4SRzSJzDJ8eRR9Cqsgt0uLdS-5Bn-7BQ1FrOdyyCvjEFIG7WvfDqHhi_DJmMR1ThuU2seEFIxbA93J2vWIGs6FDbPx17AW0KHpJRI7jzAT1BlkErFQQASXDfpr7_DzIXsXMfSLaiZRtz3-MbDA/s1206/20220509_195357.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="893" data-original-width="1206" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOIRjBjGBwegymqmnTfcOAyqBnsYhm2lpicZo96ZdR4SRzSJzDJ8eRR9Cqsgt0uLdS-5Bn-7BQ1FrOdyyCvjEFIG7WvfDqHhi_DJmMR1ThuU2seEFIxbA93J2vWIGs6FDbPx17AW0KHpJRI7jzAT1BlkErFQQASXDfpr7_DzIXsXMfSLaiZRtz3-MbDA/s320/20220509_195357.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> As these guys are part of an Inquisition aligned chapter, the plan is to include an Inquisitor in terminator armour so I'll be working on that in the near future but also I'll be making a start on the next project which is a Chaos Renegade warband which is something I've wanted to take on for a long time but never quite found it to be the time.</p><p> </p><p> </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-72924537371997670942022-04-22T20:45:00.000+01:002022-04-22T20:45:04.056+01:00Rogue Trader Space Marines - two new additions to the Tactical Squad <p> So I've added a pair of classic Rogue Trader marines to my planned five man tactical squad. Accompanying the sergeant is one of my favourites of the RT space marine range, Brother Slater (with scanner) and Brother Quiff.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2JTmur5HlZ-ZWr65bsqZ-iSB8gfVyfXpNO3TavgDh7jj4JJdA7QKkP4ZktFqTZnqfZhGSFgEvWcbfe8he6BMa0HQLcGZiNPeOL9YSbcg7SyBrkL-UHikv_dmV5qOax55I2mzQC3rLLW_xVWS2d8ZnSCkYPIv3p4SCG578oGNIm4NlcOGD8zl0WMg9sQ/s1400/20220418_191501.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="996" data-original-width="1400" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2JTmur5HlZ-ZWr65bsqZ-iSB8gfVyfXpNO3TavgDh7jj4JJdA7QKkP4ZktFqTZnqfZhGSFgEvWcbfe8he6BMa0HQLcGZiNPeOL9YSbcg7SyBrkL-UHikv_dmV5qOax55I2mzQC3rLLW_xVWS2d8ZnSCkYPIv3p4SCG578oGNIm4NlcOGD8zl0WMg9sQ/s320/20220418_191501.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Slater, another Mark Copplestone model is an all round belter. The helmet has a really nice shape to it. Quiff, sculpted by Aly Morrison, has a face only his mother could love, which has also doubled up as both the faces of Inquisitor Augustus and the Traitor General from the Rogue Trooper range.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9PPVaqejv-_MhV8PqG7OjEEZF9Vr5FZCAb-mexepcxkFDm0QGk789WB14p0enVkw0QDZNKn1neg7wfAVA6HpjmK-gad1xvGwVvrhP2sa6VfTyDg90qloG57d7nISFFvjKTwqWlxwjg_TqEYD1x8pOewxIoAy8HB9cBz0WSp3V2-IfyuZIZVRzPgkLwQ/s1343/20220418_191609.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1050" data-original-width="1343" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9PPVaqejv-_MhV8PqG7OjEEZF9Vr5FZCAb-mexepcxkFDm0QGk789WB14p0enVkw0QDZNKn1neg7wfAVA6HpjmK-gad1xvGwVvrhP2sa6VfTyDg90qloG57d7nISFFvjKTwqWlxwjg_TqEYD1x8pOewxIoAy8HB9cBz0WSp3V2-IfyuZIZVRzPgkLwQ/s320/20220418_191609.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Brother Quiff, like his sergeant, is sporting a hairstyle befitting the time period in which he was sculpted. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGu6IgBWSa-WeWS98FyLbvBbJEyv91-nBp9X4RVL21JezLcK-OslSW2K0Z2bj1wjENVFPI51i9o78Xq_FccPvUSJKYdy2O5yAB6q10mBKfnYExV-AozwW2g25l4FGEItFhqukCOc_Vq77z1BhuTyO00k08eGNE4dYzdize3pkuq4vnHOlBP_9fZ-STtQ/s1965/20220418_191534%20(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1190" data-original-width="1965" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGu6IgBWSa-WeWS98FyLbvBbJEyv91-nBp9X4RVL21JezLcK-OslSW2K0Z2bj1wjENVFPI51i9o78Xq_FccPvUSJKYdy2O5yAB6q10mBKfnYExV-AozwW2g25l4FGEItFhqukCOc_Vq77z1BhuTyO00k08eGNE4dYzdize3pkuq4vnHOlBP_9fZ-STtQ/s320/20220418_191534%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Next up with be the final pair to complete the squad, including a heavy bolter marine before tackling the main man, the inquisitor in terminator armour. </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-42004328831255852062022-04-08T19:34:00.000+01:002022-04-08T19:34:43.470+01:00Rogue Trader Space Marine Sergeant - my first 40k paint job in 5 years<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> If someone said to me after I painted my Rogue Trader warband back in 2017 that I'd not paint another 40k model for five years, I'd have probably laughed in their face. If someone had said to me years ago after painting my space marine army that I'd never paint another one again, I'd probably have agreed with them.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgk5dV2eFLd_19JdKf_fC4Z94m_oxtMhPZWR2HD0VMVQF_hGehiAzDesOH-BNSuSKpDcsfVzi65Z4YMWl0-lKEu8OptLgiwRt6jlHFPORv-EmIiUDvWYzCLwc58eX1B2pKhACNP9qbnH7htzxHCvAjVMhfgqFv20_JM2Zi4gtvwL9b4EecEPoTY6m8Q/s1040/20220408_003435%20(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1040" data-original-width="708" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgk5dV2eFLd_19JdKf_fC4Z94m_oxtMhPZWR2HD0VMVQF_hGehiAzDesOH-BNSuSKpDcsfVzi65Z4YMWl0-lKEu8OptLgiwRt6jlHFPORv-EmIiUDvWYzCLwc58eX1B2pKhACNP9qbnH7htzxHCvAjVMhfgqFv20_JM2Zi4gtvwL9b4EecEPoTY6m8Q/s320/20220408_003435%20(1).jpg" width="218" /></a></div><p> So, here we are. I'm not aiming for anything to big here, just a tactical squad to accompany an Inquisitor in terminator armour. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd24gO8txCqbSngoEAXr-cjzKRWpvkYYWdRSzxpJG3N1Kx1HBaqiE3C4Bcd0tQWAcHCNQyotYb13koj-gvXDR9cZaQZkT1oTZlR7Mm2Uhs3ftK6lcW8yBS64g_7AmJyRmHdCav1hlUJ6U_zt3Nsh56DvFmiFs6hBKoWiQmB9s9zq0CaqGMHBYFYSZsTQ/s1098/20220408_004020%20(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1098" data-original-width="687" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd24gO8txCqbSngoEAXr-cjzKRWpvkYYWdRSzxpJG3N1Kx1HBaqiE3C4Bcd0tQWAcHCNQyotYb13koj-gvXDR9cZaQZkT1oTZlR7Mm2Uhs3ftK6lcW8yBS64g_7AmJyRmHdCav1hlUJ6U_zt3Nsh56DvFmiFs6hBKoWiQmB9s9zq0CaqGMHBYFYSZsTQ/s320/20220408_004020%20(1).jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p> I've opted to kick off with my all time favourite space marine model, Brother Napier. Sculpted by Mark Copplestone, who is my favourite of the marine sculptors, Napier captures that classic 80's RT aesthetic, especially with that hairstyle. Like the army, I've gone for a made up chapter/colour scheme. No chapter name finalised yet, I'll probably wait until the squad is finished. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLPz7mmbtf9L7LjX1fyvNSMEtzrXe955kCimyE1A8-EOCtJqgBOdXw7u2aBmS6DRB7aXl9Ag1bB_J31Lt9A6bWDbjEoyEL8fRRpeeHxOnI1kg_yk6hONs2VrA2pN41BlM2sc1zfmEHIcum8119e-WGryLxfw2gSXAAkwe_MoB3QVjnU8Zynzp0JvR1jg/s1080/20220408_004054.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="678" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLPz7mmbtf9L7LjX1fyvNSMEtzrXe955kCimyE1A8-EOCtJqgBOdXw7u2aBmS6DRB7aXl9Ag1bB_J31Lt9A6bWDbjEoyEL8fRRpeeHxOnI1kg_yk6hONs2VrA2pN41BlM2sc1zfmEHIcum8119e-WGryLxfw2gSXAAkwe_MoB3QVjnU8Zynzp0JvR1jg/s320/20220408_004054.jpg" width="201" /></a></div><p> I wanted the armour to be predominantly grey and pale blue and decided to break it up with a small amount of orange. Also, he's sporting a classic rogue trader marine backpack with banner poles which aren't too easy to find these days. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO3OKUOtqjZ60Pz5KS7zqfbV3_mt-Rb2WpAoFEwRem-gYXkGcLotNu8hWMxT36IUfI-K3S61bXRh6snPOZ3tD6ZyK4imHV773BdYSPg9rJa-E84Bf-z-o2WLJQJmey0OY8yGRQ2QlfIPBuATTRu3cTidlGgHklm0FK3rz34jSXbWt6pPb-zkgK6DrJGw/s1087/20220408_004120.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1087" data-original-width="719" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO3OKUOtqjZ60Pz5KS7zqfbV3_mt-Rb2WpAoFEwRem-gYXkGcLotNu8hWMxT36IUfI-K3S61bXRh6snPOZ3tD6ZyK4imHV773BdYSPg9rJa-E84Bf-z-o2WLJQJmey0OY8yGRQ2QlfIPBuATTRu3cTidlGgHklm0FK3rz34jSXbWt6pPb-zkgK6DrJGw/s320/20220408_004120.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><p> I've nearly wrapped up man #2 with man #3 ready to go and the Inquisitor is currently being stripped so I'll hopefully post another update next week, all going well.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiktQZe0VfR2fVbu1M2b8M1EuB5PcC-KZbRIlPawEH0FiHCY_dvP7FH4W-e6rI2hKYMYCSSDcXGumcRwz1jMMg2z9R6etv9PV2LL7fpCoLiL7uudhdlmhF558Cyhivlr4B9Zti9zzVBK1YkPOoUyPFiWHOst94pLo9Hy18nO2PJ1OdKuhSS7AN6WIYKUg/s1111/20220408_003950.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1111" data-original-width="739" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiktQZe0VfR2fVbu1M2b8M1EuB5PcC-KZbRIlPawEH0FiHCY_dvP7FH4W-e6rI2hKYMYCSSDcXGumcRwz1jMMg2z9R6etv9PV2LL7fpCoLiL7uudhdlmhF558Cyhivlr4B9Zti9zzVBK1YkPOoUyPFiWHOst94pLo9Hy18nO2PJ1OdKuhSS7AN6WIYKUg/s320/20220408_003950.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-18733463785907007992022-02-11T20:35:00.003+00:002022-02-11T21:45:35.098+00:00Citadel C23 Ogre - Hrothyogg, mercenary captain <p> </p><p><br /></p><p> After the intensity of the dwarf juggernaut project, I've decided to hold fire on another large scale venture so soon and thought it would be a good idea to tackle some single miniatures instead, something a little more manageable for now.</p><p> I've decided on a bit of a Citadel classic, one that's pretty popular among the Oldhammer community, Hrothyogg the mercenary ogre captain.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPzbJfDXcctcJS0G9eyahP1N4a-uztzi64R9QOv_iSye0bodwWhqSIsCA8mQycfbj5QOdYrpYD80q7_tedpIhkOffbrnEfY9KnLp-XxNqgn2vdDObqnL9kaCbZjUg8Vc5tSqmf8v8bSrMjk6dmekr4pCc9aWLQYAcgF0lFR4GnTbmLhiw5y6gCN4-C6Q=s1250" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1250" data-original-width="965" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjPzbJfDXcctcJS0G9eyahP1N4a-uztzi64R9QOv_iSye0bodwWhqSIsCA8mQycfbj5QOdYrpYD80q7_tedpIhkOffbrnEfY9KnLp-XxNqgn2vdDObqnL9kaCbZjUg8Vc5tSqmf8v8bSrMjk6dmekr4pCc9aWLQYAcgF0lFR4GnTbmLhiw5y6gCN4-C6Q=s320" width="247" /></a></div><p> One of the second wave of Jes Goodwin C23 ogres, Hrothyogg was the first 40mm base miniature I ever bought back in 1986 when he was first released. My original one is long gone unfortunately but this cast has been sat in my random Citadel box for a few years now. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1ocLMnv18GNfl5XJDATitJB6kYswF0vpH1TMHiSYhJ2cNplKSX0IIXqoqF-HixZNvt9hisaLF52y-XJJ-c7JSDMU0ThnwrcIfimiAuFM_7n0Y5lNHv0-3vunvoQYbVT_phZgkiMfb3PiIZrZ3UL7bim048N1DcK0lT2XzyG7XjrGRxNI_g4gPm-cUOQ=s1290" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1290" data-original-width="977" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1ocLMnv18GNfl5XJDATitJB6kYswF0vpH1TMHiSYhJ2cNplKSX0IIXqoqF-HixZNvt9hisaLF52y-XJJ-c7JSDMU0ThnwrcIfimiAuFM_7n0Y5lNHv0-3vunvoQYbVT_phZgkiMfb3PiIZrZ3UL7bim048N1DcK0lT2XzyG7XjrGRxNI_g4gPm-cUOQ=s320" width="242" /></a></div><p> Annoyingly there is a bit if miscasting under the right arm but thankfully it doesn't notice too much when looking at him straight on.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_z_ZwbEciaVWw7GLWOJ1BX_ARX3rHdiUFs3NSaiUY7cs7EBrTfcvvlzfHinDY8WKCpo2IE7VEjZaGnz3IS4YjoDpJdtp-6H2a_M66dWyuiFbYnr6XQJBNwtNNFNPSvLirRTN2CAdarcTdzgjetHaOVwsyOai15MmsW5b-k8azOspK1pb2qFohb5Ectw=s1324" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1324" data-original-width="1128" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_z_ZwbEciaVWw7GLWOJ1BX_ARX3rHdiUFs3NSaiUY7cs7EBrTfcvvlzfHinDY8WKCpo2IE7VEjZaGnz3IS4YjoDpJdtp-6H2a_M66dWyuiFbYnr6XQJBNwtNNFNPSvLirRTN2CAdarcTdzgjetHaOVwsyOai15MmsW5b-k8azOspK1pb2qFohb5Ectw=s320" width="273" /></a></div><p></p><p> I don't have all of the Jes Goodwin ogres by a long shot but I'd say I do have all of my favourites. I may well tackle a couple of more of them this year seeing how much I enjoyed this one. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbaH0usR8lUip0e6G2UepJgJWOWHf8fs-SXYOFFtYv2wE2lJzblnh1BzV99dmNmLEOL04tyDrK-dffXMzvl4u8o7fZ9rXX79MJ9PMHqOj9ulVvBUCUMl55NaXGxiK8TShiw6G5VzNseVV7PQwjwuhgLeuZ_xtbHDDzfx_0Y2nChyF9HXqBtuX0q_-rJA=s2006" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1618" data-original-width="2006" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbaH0usR8lUip0e6G2UepJgJWOWHf8fs-SXYOFFtYv2wE2lJzblnh1BzV99dmNmLEOL04tyDrK-dffXMzvl4u8o7fZ9rXX79MJ9PMHqOj9ulVvBUCUMl55NaXGxiK8TShiw6G5VzNseVV7PQwjwuhgLeuZ_xtbHDDzfx_0Y2nChyF9HXqBtuX0q_-rJA=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When two legends meet - Gladius & Hrothyogg </td></tr></tbody></table><p> So spending a couple of weeks on Hrothyogg has given me time to work out what to focus on next in the coming weeks. I think it's high time I tackled some of the classic Citadel undead models which I have had in mind for some time but up until now haven't quite got to greenlight stage. Plus after wanting to start a fantasy vignette for several months but not having a theme finalised, I may have a plan in motion for that.</p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-21617577068306224242022-01-04T17:22:00.000+00:002022-01-04T17:22:08.134+00:00Stripped and Repainted - Citadel Arcane Monstrosities TA2 Dwarf Juggernaut <p> </p><p><br /></p><p> This was something I was aiming to complete before the end of the year but I just ran out of time in the end. </p><p> For a good while now I've been looking at models in my collection that I feel no longer merit being in my display cabinets due to substandard paint jobs. The juggernaut was a prime example of this predicament and had been residing in a shoe box for some time - and a model of such legendary status...well that ain't no good is it?</p><p> It doesn't really require any introduction of course but the dwarf juggernaut was part of the Arcane Monstrosities range, which were a number of larger, multi part kits, predominantly sculpted by Tony Ackland.</p><p> So after taking the plunge, a fair bit of courage, some careful dismantling, a lot of stripping, some crucial model selection and several weeks of dedication, here is the finished result.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiq6kg5R-mQHY-bbWwsluZ8WKP8NFkP-osPNK4hPPaFrE9VXENHyiRFHhHgyFZGj8z8aVwZfSSPl9OfoFqRHubR63JQbCjJuYX5RymhEEIRo1TpBZ_hQ1a-05cbtjdLOUT3HXQOULkfGd2Cbw9LvSAHNqe-ItpMezwNKPT8zYHaiYLbwd73nVluu8APlA=s2673" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2506" data-original-width="2673" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiq6kg5R-mQHY-bbWwsluZ8WKP8NFkP-osPNK4hPPaFrE9VXENHyiRFHhHgyFZGj8z8aVwZfSSPl9OfoFqRHubR63JQbCjJuYX5RymhEEIRo1TpBZ_hQ1a-05cbtjdLOUT3HXQOULkfGd2Cbw9LvSAHNqe-ItpMezwNKPT8zYHaiYLbwd73nVluu8APlA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> One of the key changes this time around was a smaller base; less is definitely more in this case. I felt there was way too much unnecessary space on the previous base.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhME0xf1-S4aNSnx3u9U3SkO_iAivE2nOVELtifzw-kkodYvy4-nB06T9Z8u9HEWQeCog5ddOT3Uq9mls6DkyZRJu36EBcXaDbhcF3yBQ-YsgW_QHleAwGJwRniMLIPrXRG-WK93GtccCwtuCCAHhfE0pfeG5PZxNQHHzyOjPOXRO-squ4LPj92YxS_6Q=s2639" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2422" data-original-width="2639" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhME0xf1-S4aNSnx3u9U3SkO_iAivE2nOVELtifzw-kkodYvy4-nB06T9Z8u9HEWQeCog5ddOT3Uq9mls6DkyZRJu36EBcXaDbhcF3yBQ-YsgW_QHleAwGJwRniMLIPrXRG-WK93GtccCwtuCCAHhfE0pfeG5PZxNQHHzyOjPOXRO-squ4LPj92YxS_6Q=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> Some of the key elements from before have remained, most importantly, the imperial flame cannon. The part the original gun fixes onto had been cut off long before I bought it off someone back in about 1995 with my dole money. I always remember someone from school days owned one and a number of years later I made it my mission to track him down and attempt to get him to part with it. This was pre internet/social media days so I had trouble finding out where he lived and took a while before eventually locating him. After he initially refused my offer to buy it, he eventually, albeit reluctantly, agreed to part with it for £30. This did leave me having to live on the proverbial beans on toast for a number of days before I was able to sign on again but at least the fabled model was now mine!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisvIew1aSpC21ZHWAkvFbQVJxvhpYeLw5GqKdK2BRFhcG_OATnjzXmujlpws_NSB1gzDcOURNnkqyVDOYxtOgkRIMIuKJFpED-PI1fzkH8SSJgqXwjkIp0GXbjWHgTi3mOOQ2-RzIQTZoUNDCPz9mTOl2Z4RudsWriRBExIcHKhElzvNxcULQWRlkhTA=s2499" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2499" data-original-width="2185" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisvIew1aSpC21ZHWAkvFbQVJxvhpYeLw5GqKdK2BRFhcG_OATnjzXmujlpws_NSB1gzDcOURNnkqyVDOYxtOgkRIMIuKJFpED-PI1fzkH8SSJgqXwjkIp0GXbjWHgTi3mOOQ2-RzIQTZoUNDCPz9mTOl2Z4RudsWriRBExIcHKhElzvNxcULQWRlkhTA=s320" width="280" /></a></div><p> It had never come with the original crew, which wasn't a problem as my intentions were to always use imperial dwarfs as crewmen. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWr5S0Bo9HxejMofz7Eyb_JebVnzdwpK1nQjnboq_vA74HITVTHBuD86YqqgVAkWm_PLahfhW1xqBww5AzkknL5v3U2iK7aN2Xjg1Nh81jcNu4RgSftOBlkzr74OWCZJdjXgQyanY9T44oa6GyhXDHUVAC0EUhphJPwMVXxQp7xpB-sSrCqezEDUaErA=s1600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1247" data-original-width="1600" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWr5S0Bo9HxejMofz7Eyb_JebVnzdwpK1nQjnboq_vA74HITVTHBuD86YqqgVAkWm_PLahfhW1xqBww5AzkknL5v3U2iK7aN2Xjg1Nh81jcNu4RgSftOBlkzr74OWCZJdjXgQyanY9T44oa6GyhXDHUVAC0EUhphJPwMVXxQp7xpB-sSrCqezEDUaErA=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From this...</td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1XVrQvbvevjNcmc1wNl_2J-OHwjW5kJW8jVwueUL0bJ6lq8W_AO09vsJHjIMiOSki8pk55-dGW7c_CPBTUZEA3Y27EAS-1O4AVZ8Ib2YhCmPG8oEqDPl50Y6m96VA6uke7dQLnR30yR9vVW0Y5s-C_4DIandA-iRInQlaT7BcjOT2mpRhxsNCJqJ6VA=s2499" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2006" data-original-width="2499" height="257" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1XVrQvbvevjNcmc1wNl_2J-OHwjW5kJW8jVwueUL0bJ6lq8W_AO09vsJHjIMiOSki8pk55-dGW7c_CPBTUZEA3Y27EAS-1O4AVZ8Ib2YhCmPG8oEqDPl50Y6m96VA6uke7dQLnR30yR9vVW0Y5s-C_4DIandA-iRInQlaT7BcjOT2mpRhxsNCJqJ6VA=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">...to this!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZdLejhsKE9ZmvvnRWrF5_NZ4r1X__6DrekfQRmZYiF6h2BoX6gHCvVqWSUENQDgAg2MbK0s1gMyJP9thfzfYcBDeqDg_0VwAnUI_uZimka6dgDEsJo0E6wyhD0Tobd_GIOokqtxY6W9biTsKpjxVha3ub6lAXIy7-ox4ZCybeXh6SWNbSqfL66KfPEg=s4608" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZdLejhsKE9ZmvvnRWrF5_NZ4r1X__6DrekfQRmZYiF6h2BoX6gHCvVqWSUENQDgAg2MbK0s1gMyJP9thfzfYcBDeqDg_0VwAnUI_uZimka6dgDEsJo0E6wyhD0Tobd_GIOokqtxY6W9biTsKpjxVha3ub6lAXIy7-ox4ZCybeXh6SWNbSqfL66KfPEg=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Drilling all the way through that was a right laugh.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2653" data-original-width="3104" height="274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2gdDebr2rF6Mle60i0PQ5DAsHSY8Wimk1SMQcxXIW-8866yJw4g9IIrmhh3vAR1R3ws00xpYlFPxPu19y1GjKHveQpkLRnoTwFmgGAIn4FchgadX9utvP1P3skzZusGaKJxP0k7sXwZ_KxN512ilY__3KcOBKIyV8Yx6Hj1_gXWsmWq0PIIQx0m7O2g=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p> Something else that I desperately needed to resolve from before was the axles. A number of bits broke off when removing the wheels which was fine as I would be replacing all axles with brass rod - as it is recommended in the original instructions. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhD5kqaQKg-ez4nQ-lY5e8Zdflz68GD5bLDxa6dW-4SxdpZVnrrz9Qs458qduLtNdWtQjd-WMtAzmdzFMJv_0rrCT_Iiyi4Q1kRIVHYZinQpvjKQbL-VEexPxTjPgL6qWbOnq9J8a10BRExCh3bvKwRbeZ0saSJW8E5O_b5Tz_4oUYKivCLJ-ccJ-c5vg=s2494" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2494" data-original-width="1869" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhD5kqaQKg-ez4nQ-lY5e8Zdflz68GD5bLDxa6dW-4SxdpZVnrrz9Qs458qduLtNdWtQjd-WMtAzmdzFMJv_0rrCT_Iiyi4Q1kRIVHYZinQpvjKQbL-VEexPxTjPgL6qWbOnq9J8a10BRExCh3bvKwRbeZ0saSJW8E5O_b5Tz_4oUYKivCLJ-ccJ-c5vg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p> I decided on reusing the model of The Baron from the BC3 Dwarf Lords of Legend set who was on the base for the previous paint job but now stands on the deck as the juggernaut commander. One or two other models remain and there are a couple of new additions in the crossbowman and gunner with telescope.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjiU8JuJL1A77TwE6WQ6_HtFl6zWlYGpKUrfdSJWqRxp0N7w9cCX0M6o4oFiNSuZDo9h71k5RP3rp7UZqXRhv0yjQMfEMFnLziAgnMA-CACl-pDbuLUdh3hP-Sf0hfz6I8UlJUPei5rBjRBTWh3PYqtOKMbUgUTS0LPinorwfvy0nQGW2SDHg68rGLlCA=s2692" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2692" data-original-width="2288" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjiU8JuJL1A77TwE6WQ6_HtFl6zWlYGpKUrfdSJWqRxp0N7w9cCX0M6o4oFiNSuZDo9h71k5RP3rp7UZqXRhv0yjQMfEMFnLziAgnMA-CACl-pDbuLUdh3hP-Sf0hfz6I8UlJUPei5rBjRBTWh3PYqtOKMbUgUTS0LPinorwfvy0nQGW2SDHg68rGLlCA=s320" width="272" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDlIx00YQwOg_gr-dAdRljBzfgS2F4ph6XRIyT-xhnSi-PHE6LnWUbCQF-wUF4fLcIcewi-9o0BHlmbjQuoW-OsRCZ-4kCVfU1FjYUjT8zZu7jLcDKI3boax2HSmdIpVOWWBqcSpHWotoATBz7ronton5zRwueF4M_-7Xr8Y8uRxCRjsfPi3BVa_v77Q=s2837" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2672" data-original-width="2837" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDlIx00YQwOg_gr-dAdRljBzfgS2F4ph6XRIyT-xhnSi-PHE6LnWUbCQF-wUF4fLcIcewi-9o0BHlmbjQuoW-OsRCZ-4kCVfU1FjYUjT8zZu7jLcDKI3boax2HSmdIpVOWWBqcSpHWotoATBz7ronton5zRwueF4M_-7Xr8Y8uRxCRjsfPi3BVa_v77Q=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> Every piece was painted separately before gluing and it was quite an ordeal working out which order to assemble it all, as I couldn't remember exactly from the last time. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPp_jWXqohRkOKe7HssoCvDZyHwuHf68FYKwi1Q5CPK4CNjAtA4i6Ui_n5G-cZju0FQ_kBe46m_53Rw5VG1eZTT8q7G-k3Z1pQduAyNN9upUgEUY4cZLXfIzKiFunDODL7r7aXVg6g5moabCwNYDXHzAnQEHxwj2RIf4bMDu-UUEUlJfowAQ0fsfYw_Q=s2627" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2627" data-original-width="2574" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPp_jWXqohRkOKe7HssoCvDZyHwuHf68FYKwi1Q5CPK4CNjAtA4i6Ui_n5G-cZju0FQ_kBe46m_53Rw5VG1eZTT8q7G-k3Z1pQduAyNN9upUgEUY4cZLXfIzKiFunDODL7r7aXVg6g5moabCwNYDXHzAnQEHxwj2RIf4bMDu-UUEUlJfowAQ0fsfYw_Q=s320" width="314" /></a></div><p> So I'm definitely all up for doing this again with at least one other of my outdated display pieces and will quite likely be sooner than later.</p><p> </p><p> </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-23494384756689672282021-12-31T10:27:00.000+00:002021-12-31T10:27:47.237+00:002021 - Review Time!<p> </p><p> In time honoured tradition, as another year comes to a close, up next is the annual review.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4qFsRGS2_KS3c5XeIiCyF_4ZNf5pYrs5DHRqGEyf5bqo6TcQDa1RfzckS505sXzHqvbgHYs6bBApcA1MTzhl71Va1zPLXoBCgiPg7fLZX7zmq0EvrFe8N_GJnHjnGUESjRaz3oxnByoy0nguHdpemEa6uDkVv3YJK9oLgx7XcIwKOoOrYoM-mBvNC2w=s2383" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1387" data-original-width="2383" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4qFsRGS2_KS3c5XeIiCyF_4ZNf5pYrs5DHRqGEyf5bqo6TcQDa1RfzckS505sXzHqvbgHYs6bBApcA1MTzhl71Va1zPLXoBCgiPg7fLZX7zmq0EvrFe8N_GJnHjnGUESjRaz3oxnByoy0nguHdpemEa6uDkVv3YJK9oLgx7XcIwKOoOrYoM-mBvNC2w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> I remember a year ago struggling to even post the 2020 review as I was suffering from Covid and could barely compile two sentences. My first painted model wasn't painted or posted until mid February due to January being a write off. Actually I had no idea it was so long until just now when I looked back on this years' posts. Anyway, up first was something to get me back at the desk, a converted Empire captain. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFSks8qq3ZQCUlvYWsnhFlKkA6DUefCwTyQoFyfT2WUo0VkDN9ieW--_jtt-UW6-aQEikRMlleyW5gN7znsmnPbYHuYXl8Z2yUkJOICoQ2XMlZ-yoB2MwyO-ub939QYywyp7UMq3NNU74I8llOfYqe2Tjah5U7LIm-1i3R1T6dPanyicGihvpYob3Zyg=s1741" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1741" data-original-width="1392" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiFSks8qq3ZQCUlvYWsnhFlKkA6DUefCwTyQoFyfT2WUo0VkDN9ieW--_jtt-UW6-aQEikRMlleyW5gN7znsmnPbYHuYXl8Z2yUkJOICoQ2XMlZ-yoB2MwyO-ub939QYywyp7UMq3NNU74I8llOfYqe2Tjah5U7LIm-1i3R1T6dPanyicGihvpYob3Zyg=s320" width="256" /></a></div><p> Then, we had a complete game changer - the purchase of a magnifying visor. </p><p> I'd been struggling for a while with fine detail, eyes in particular so decided to give the visor a go - the difference was unbelievable. The first project with the visor was a classic Citadel fighter warband which proved to be one of my most satisfying endeavors I've ever undertaken.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgddfAsUPTm2h1caBWwGPvR0WmmGodRaT4l5us6zIFhPhNRCnz2-KMnSO4cI1_zlVl4QD0MNowO3LPBZYPEeBT3YDOclmXbvfVDCFsMhPRlShDW2VopR0B-xkFgQQt6yXORsH3RydXuOFT9UfTqX5Dewsi2dH-RICUqoC_AgdcMZ43Leqy7c3TZSlY4dQ=s2383" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1387" data-original-width="2383" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgddfAsUPTm2h1caBWwGPvR0WmmGodRaT4l5us6zIFhPhNRCnz2-KMnSO4cI1_zlVl4QD0MNowO3LPBZYPEeBT3YDOclmXbvfVDCFsMhPRlShDW2VopR0B-xkFgQQt6yXORsH3RydXuOFT9UfTqX5Dewsi2dH-RICUqoC_AgdcMZ43Leqy7c3TZSlY4dQ=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> With a return to form and the wind in my sails, I made a start on a Tilean mercenary spearmen unit, managing to get the front row complete but having to put it on hold while attempting to source more spearmen for the rest of the regiment. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZafnT6yvylQoqu3L4YeyyoL5b5TOlP0bKopcxLxgUddqBc336FFIZ8H_IRknwEFrF2O0hQ793DCRERxKoEo1m8kjzW2Q2pGBPw8xBoWlcvT5snBzQ5Yq22NdK-zvTfwUbs3OTQ0Bn0B6phBHZkGbZhJgymutfc-2atPW3katGNbwY_0kzlsnA4WFL-w=s2228" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1595" data-original-width="2228" height="229" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZafnT6yvylQoqu3L4YeyyoL5b5TOlP0bKopcxLxgUddqBc336FFIZ8H_IRknwEFrF2O0hQ793DCRERxKoEo1m8kjzW2Q2pGBPw8xBoWlcvT5snBzQ5Yq22NdK-zvTfwUbs3OTQ0Bn0B6phBHZkGbZhJgymutfc-2atPW3katGNbwY_0kzlsnA4WFL-w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> After that it was more of the same really, managing to complete a regiment of Tilean halberdiers that I'd started the year before. I'd wanted a fully painted halberdier regiment for so long so that was extremely satisfying to finally tick that box.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGg1WtzKaPE_L892DbpCquR93Wk_qrq-M7Emz9sdcWGY_tkWLrGIGkUAPdr8x_DtTfYwG01x8GGpJc_Zaw5OtKnZufjtscHEiwjmDyR39FvwALiz7LVqVNNKn-OhOCmyg9teNK2EOpPVWxQHax-XTZRKaSfwPCO7p3BUIjpLVppAvrQ55VYU6BXS5Tmg=s2536" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1880" data-original-width="2536" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjGg1WtzKaPE_L892DbpCquR93Wk_qrq-M7Emz9sdcWGY_tkWLrGIGkUAPdr8x_DtTfYwG01x8GGpJc_Zaw5OtKnZufjtscHEiwjmDyR39FvwALiz7LVqVNNKn-OhOCmyg9teNK2EOpPVWxQHax-XTZRKaSfwPCO7p3BUIjpLVppAvrQ55VYU6BXS5Tmg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> Taking a short break from Citadel, I returned briefly to my Dixon Miniatures American Civil War Confederate army with a command base of General George Pickett.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi6jMs7sOpSb_ob2A4dxZW3xAn9a_tbDW5sFcAeYegrX-RjuDgApS9nrzJf4MxrIgJGfpBhKh7xBAuyYjFYmDpqgz4ioflOBzpkiNxyAfB0zpPbUx0qpnjrv0gaYZuppx9lsDKfLCGFQ6rNViCZZ1-5nb9TX--TOqXKq2PcP_DcrirOTZEK58-NOs_53w=s2416" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2243" data-original-width="2416" height="297" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi6jMs7sOpSb_ob2A4dxZW3xAn9a_tbDW5sFcAeYegrX-RjuDgApS9nrzJf4MxrIgJGfpBhKh7xBAuyYjFYmDpqgz4ioflOBzpkiNxyAfB0zpPbUx0qpnjrv0gaYZuppx9lsDKfLCGFQ6rNViCZZ1-5nb9TX--TOqXKq2PcP_DcrirOTZEK58-NOs_53w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> I revisited a diorama I'd painted back in 2017, which A, had been damaged and B, just simply lacked significant highlighting so spent a couple of weeks repairing it, revamping the base and generally brightening the whole thing up.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjb5DwM-MF5YX_OUM44UDJ-EvMOpHhXeFQ-lrcYC85gdWtLDghDCuBYUdbbB_6qQkDfAImeMe7qqjyN3FXrG2pLq2xiQkiy_z4p2MgwIZC6sBSZmnkd77rsR_hS-CZF8INYeejTPw_EzsKGwtzRUvXefFb0xHD5ycLh-9Vv2NDnmfWDJ8fBLvdZRGHS8Q=s2846" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2846" data-original-width="2439" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjb5DwM-MF5YX_OUM44UDJ-EvMOpHhXeFQ-lrcYC85gdWtLDghDCuBYUdbbB_6qQkDfAImeMe7qqjyN3FXrG2pLq2xiQkiy_z4p2MgwIZC6sBSZmnkd77rsR_hS-CZF8INYeejTPw_EzsKGwtzRUvXefFb0xHD5ycLh-9Vv2NDnmfWDJ8fBLvdZRGHS8Q=w274-h320" width="274" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4Hu3H2_yXTkyKrGGp4l0rrSL_5e4PaqLRe_7uZsWO__TGM2uoW85mUDReOUjUUQOwz1uRUhksmD1g6s57k9H8hH7NkSER9MX59tl7FLk_Hd-NmoDZDnygt2pRSOpJsH2IjCgdNnebzpH0Ta5TtXhLD6sh3l1BxBf5jTev9VQ4oHUvj6Ep8oSNUwiEXQ=s1887" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1677" data-original-width="1887" height="284" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4Hu3H2_yXTkyKrGGp4l0rrSL_5e4PaqLRe_7uZsWO__TGM2uoW85mUDReOUjUUQOwz1uRUhksmD1g6s57k9H8hH7NkSER9MX59tl7FLk_Hd-NmoDZDnygt2pRSOpJsH2IjCgdNnebzpH0Ta5TtXhLD6sh3l1BxBf5jTev9VQ4oHUvj6Ep8oSNUwiEXQ=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> While waiting to decide on another large project, I made a start on a small adventuring party...</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgezBeZv3kljN3ufhpr4kqgghH3SKhAMAg4pPdYUfi8ePOIsxl00FsUhUEZe2kgk6TmXNjbln_0ZU35DFH57eC_cNaTWAZB8rxSb-iQX9JWnJUtnMtUATYJpCy6uwkGpWFJsVtk5FPitRjOH7k1j0Je375VwYkAJnXlSKxVAtVNcmjravSSExOX8YZ9Qw=s1002" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1002" data-original-width="755" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgezBeZv3kljN3ufhpr4kqgghH3SKhAMAg4pPdYUfi8ePOIsxl00FsUhUEZe2kgk6TmXNjbln_0ZU35DFH57eC_cNaTWAZB8rxSb-iQX9JWnJUtnMtUATYJpCy6uwkGpWFJsVtk5FPitRjOH7k1j0Je375VwYkAJnXlSKxVAtVNcmjravSSExOX8YZ9Qw=s320" width="241" /></a></div><p>...but so far have only got as far as the first miniature due to having been overcome with the urge to strip and totally repaint one of my most treasured miniatures which annoyingly I've nearly finished but just ran out of time to complete before the end of the year. So it'll have to wait until next week when I can finally blog it.</p><p> So all in all, this year has been probably my most satisfying of all when it comes to the standard of my efforts. I'm hoping for more of the same in 2022 and after the way this current repaint is going, I'm tempted to follow suit with one or two other past projects that just haven't stood the test of time with, in regard to my standards. </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-24967980214731065062021-11-16T20:50:00.003+00:002021-11-16T20:52:19.874+00:00The beginning of a small adventuring party <p> </p><p><br /></p><p>I'm in need of a much needed palette cleanser after a number of months plugging away at my Tilean mercenaries so I've gone for an adventuring party that is likely to consist of just four models. It'll give me the opportunity to have some diversity on each one and up first is a human fighter.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwWByhmKMXpWDO_MmhCWsgyEbx3JnmhVyS11uzcoZ1NJL3EPpI-LCZwYeI_v4JGQjiNSItHRn5OHH5fytJ_c_6b5jBtY35MOImdUNXkJqbmyhsoGjaiEKJ4Xqw39j2syOi9jv0xm6R8cKq/s1002/20211114_195004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1002" data-original-width="755" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwWByhmKMXpWDO_MmhCWsgyEbx3JnmhVyS11uzcoZ1NJL3EPpI-LCZwYeI_v4JGQjiNSItHRn5OHH5fytJ_c_6b5jBtY35MOImdUNXkJqbmyhsoGjaiEKJ4Xqw39j2syOi9jv0xm6R8cKq/s320/20211114_195004.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><br /><p> For me there was no alternative but to go for Gladius from the Heroic Fighters of the Known World box set. All eight were cracking sculpts by Jes Goodwin but personally I'd say that Gladius was the pick of the bunch and I've always stood by this since I received the set for my 11th birthday in 1987.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4D6756vJoTG3d2eV48XQoB31_08g7jhHbCoTn_aXLi5QGvYv9vAtV92i-3-NPxELUVl0Y36TebB7jHN8t9U4AceoNwF09WInClaXrnviRLyfoZrs34fdJ437bs0JL444Xc7NPQAf2I6y/s1048/20211116_204841.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1047" data-original-width="1048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4D6756vJoTG3d2eV48XQoB31_08g7jhHbCoTn_aXLi5QGvYv9vAtV92i-3-NPxELUVl0Y36TebB7jHN8t9U4AceoNwF09WInClaXrnviRLyfoZrs34fdJ437bs0JL444Xc7NPQAf2I6y/s320/20211116_204841.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p> He is also, of course, the poster boy for the Warrior set on the Citadel Combat Cards </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMb_o8wvaU3TLsFBeI37kUQ9-D682l7PiA2cp2OV760f9yEFfztN43jgn1kfINvnl25-aftPC1tq1edb6C7MZ9fdDyEoMRelGrT_lz8ouQSSRIJPED7jn4Y0wbpGWxhzgE-rpxzmvxSYk/s980/20211114_195140.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="980" data-original-width="744" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMb_o8wvaU3TLsFBeI37kUQ9-D682l7PiA2cp2OV760f9yEFfztN43jgn1kfINvnl25-aftPC1tq1edb6C7MZ9fdDyEoMRelGrT_lz8ouQSSRIJPED7jn4Y0wbpGWxhzgE-rpxzmvxSYk/s320/20211114_195140.jpg" width="243" /></a></div><br /><p> A few of the fighters from that set had a second variant model (I believe due to casting issues), such as a helmet alteration or in Gladius' case, a head at a different angle. I have his variant on one of my dioramas. I think I personally prefer this one.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwDykO4RMzKMLEu4ArEPMzxoll0xxT2aRbvP2zQAk2Xw4WBOJOv4Durr4I7I44YU3uGAo4dN1qW-MjML8EcHmj08qehiGEodAeRw_ZQi8LbzuWWSqfSZE5mDl4MFWSSVGrtAwanV8uxKiv/s1014/20211114_195035.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1014" data-original-width="758" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwDykO4RMzKMLEu4ArEPMzxoll0xxT2aRbvP2zQAk2Xw4WBOJOv4Durr4I7I44YU3uGAo4dN1qW-MjML8EcHmj08qehiGEodAeRw_ZQi8LbzuWWSqfSZE5mDl4MFWSSVGrtAwanV8uxKiv/s320/20211114_195035.jpg" width="239" /></a></div><br /><p> Another charming detail is a comb on the rear of the model presumably to maintain his impressive striped crest. Sorry! I haven't got it in shot unfortunately. </p><p> So next up is the party's wizard which I'm aiming to have wrapped up by the weekend.</p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-70808174385216941622021-09-18T09:00:00.005+01:002021-09-19T20:03:24.501+01:00Warhammer (Empire) Tilean Halberdiers of Trantio - complete!<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> I am pleased to say that after about 25 years of desiring one, I have completed a substantially sized regiment of Empire (Tilean) halberdiers.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg90OPVvp-vMshGRZXOzYog9RQlLF5N5vLjRKYPXXqebeuLQIICnWrgGHW7A9DS4-BLaaDacxPNqE9cEGljfiUqB2FIDegoBvxW6g3gUBIP-pNXpb6_Us7tr8HqoUvKE4Oy4HhyphenhyphenfaRVZjS_/s2048/20210917_194037+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1518" data-original-width="2048" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg90OPVvp-vMshGRZXOzYog9RQlLF5N5vLjRKYPXXqebeuLQIICnWrgGHW7A9DS4-BLaaDacxPNqE9cEGljfiUqB2FIDegoBvxW6g3gUBIP-pNXpb6_Us7tr8HqoUvKE4Oy4HhyphenhyphenfaRVZjS_/s320/20210917_194037+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gargano's Halberdiers of Trantio </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div> I think one of my main issues was achieving one where every model is different which isn't an easy task. There are ten 4th edition trooper models (I've only used eight of them) plus heroes and then it comes down to filtering in other models such as a few that Marauder has to offer plus conversions. The addition of the ogre certainly helped to bulk it out.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnsnF41YQTI8AdJLzl910A47Lj8-rwMGUHBTNjXN1s9zmKt_YOa_yIQ79XbF7EDpwfVg13PiLhNjaRUjw-v1oUYzdzgyNGFkLkehpYhdHJB49FOUc2y6SeSK_dwKPDQVK4L5K7v2pDKT7Z/s2048/20210917_193705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1662" data-original-width="2048" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnsnF41YQTI8AdJLzl910A47Lj8-rwMGUHBTNjXN1s9zmKt_YOa_yIQ79XbF7EDpwfVg13PiLhNjaRUjw-v1oUYzdzgyNGFkLkehpYhdHJB49FOUc2y6SeSK_dwKPDQVK4L5K7v2pDKT7Z/s320/20210917_193705.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> A prosperous, yet turbulent principality since Marco Colombo seized control, Trantio has become one of the most cultured and beautiful regions of Tilea. One of it's most renowned mercenary regiments are Guido Gargano's Halberdiers.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgti8EHrpwXxHqQEgndP2UEkE4_Z6LW1I_NR_jPiffV0NAjuW4EHIQfOV8SLvUa9i1GkcCvyDHznzQDZg2GLw_33kKzVDx5FIkTPI4d49UC9bfbmMDTP514H4zkfqab6kEtnOpq1D0vde80/s1543/20210919_194926.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1543" data-original-width="964" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgti8EHrpwXxHqQEgndP2UEkE4_Z6LW1I_NR_jPiffV0NAjuW4EHIQfOV8SLvUa9i1GkcCvyDHznzQDZg2GLw_33kKzVDx5FIkTPI4d49UC9bfbmMDTP514H4zkfqab6kEtnOpq1D0vde80/s320/20210919_194926.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The great Guido Gargano, famed mercenary captain </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgngDoEGTAnZLjKNb5pMGq60FzZaqGToEGJGN45PQkaXNrYmdOK7-Nco8HPArOoDnG0gMU7B-K8l9_GSnJM17uhhTUydZbRQLdKZLE2jpF7tmcdpl1rLA0b6Wo3alYTWCaOV-5-2b_x-4Pt/s1359/20210919_194953.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1359" data-original-width="1114" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgngDoEGTAnZLjKNb5pMGq60FzZaqGToEGJGN45PQkaXNrYmdOK7-Nco8HPArOoDnG0gMU7B-K8l9_GSnJM17uhhTUydZbRQLdKZLE2jpF7tmcdpl1rLA0b6Wo3alYTWCaOV-5-2b_x-4Pt/s320/20210919_194953.jpg" width="262" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Quintilano Dell'orso, regimental champion</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsRG7OQPWs6sAYznO6lo2sRYcT8vOWY9mSfpFbOhOVfeGkG4OrriRHUZEvUCDT6IjysXt-nV6e3GW02nmo6R6D2Eh86eg1-McQP-cNnxYc2Zp1CNVX0JMSPDRkLWfjzjCZIFtuzZsk_rGI/s2258/20210919_194552.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2258" data-original-width="1018" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsRG7OQPWs6sAYznO6lo2sRYcT8vOWY9mSfpFbOhOVfeGkG4OrriRHUZEvUCDT6IjysXt-nV6e3GW02nmo6R6D2Eh86eg1-McQP-cNnxYc2Zp1CNVX0JMSPDRkLWfjzjCZIFtuzZsk_rGI/s320/20210919_194552.jpg" width="144" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Antonio Petruzzelli, regimental standard bearer</td></tr></tbody></table><p> A prominent figure in Trantio, Guido is accompanied by his loyal champion, the towering Quintilano Dell'orso and Antonio Petruzzelli, proud to carry the banner of Trantio. Valzag the mercenary ogre, a distinguishing representative of the regiment, adds a fearsome presence.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKQ6Uz119eCfzfqlseS3H0T9GTfHM_3gLhctGox_yA_5BJ8bgDyCKQUMNvXAvquqQV2P8M2NkQD2kZWa9UiLEMRhCTkKTx7mFnqzVl4iTh3loQD3Jf_hoTmMfiiTH5Bzp57TqpJD2p6naH/s2048/20210917_194721.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1762" data-original-width="2048" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKQ6Uz119eCfzfqlseS3H0T9GTfHM_3gLhctGox_yA_5BJ8bgDyCKQUMNvXAvquqQV2P8M2NkQD2kZWa9UiLEMRhCTkKTx7mFnqzVl4iTh3loQD3Jf_hoTmMfiiTH5Bzp57TqpJD2p6naH/s320/20210917_194721.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p> Despite his advancing years, Guido is still a steadfast and redoubtable fellow, a veteran of the mercenary armies of both the overthrown former Trantio Prince Orlando and successor Marco Colombo. Considered to be one of the more loyal Tilean mercenaries, he will generally stick to an agreement and is not the sort to change sides in the middle of a battle if an opponent offers a greater amount of cash.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIKO_LHMFLN25PgCrajEkvlykuFMEXTP-9o5K91hhDDczMuvAgxlVDO1Mohc7eKVS0c_Uwmgk2bMoV76ds3ad62hPKhMQL57tfQW9KGDWJP9Dn0gR_5GAIo3tC8lU1bnLFe_eofZ3ys1BH/s2048/20210917_194438+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1691" data-original-width="2048" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIKO_LHMFLN25PgCrajEkvlykuFMEXTP-9o5K91hhDDczMuvAgxlVDO1Mohc7eKVS0c_Uwmgk2bMoV76ds3ad62hPKhMQL57tfQW9KGDWJP9Dn0gR_5GAIo3tC8lU1bnLFe_eofZ3ys1BH/s320/20210917_194438+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> As I've mentioned before, the banner is a Habsburg renaissance one brilliantly designed by Pete's Flags. What had been bugging me, especially as the regiment grew was the lack of blue in the banner so I decided to add some myself, with a little reluctance as I'm not particularly good at freehand but it's turned out alright and I'm glad I went for it.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7RSPptMrsbkn4U__wQgRLeDzpjkAQZ3ko0PSxFco8m8jos3Qby9UaL9oNeRwe-xe7_cMOV-3ZrGWZ77Z4RWT25l2xEpW7hNgNmaSE87IrXd-AMIqXoBCbbzPDsyp2vj3hDLNdfGOdfjAg/s1780/20210917_194821+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1101" data-original-width="1780" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7RSPptMrsbkn4U__wQgRLeDzpjkAQZ3ko0PSxFco8m8jos3Qby9UaL9oNeRwe-xe7_cMOV-3ZrGWZ77Z4RWT25l2xEpW7hNgNmaSE87IrXd-AMIqXoBCbbzPDsyp2vj3hDLNdfGOdfjAg/s320/20210917_194821+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The third rank is a mixture of 4th edition Empire, Citadel F2 Dogs of War, Marauder and a converted spearman.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZ9dz-H81ZayRwA8pVQmo0TaV0uxg8sTIGZp08gQA5_5CPPbQX3B62pPUucnsJR2IZtpyCyvp7mUYy-y4bRBYTyLJzbPUMbPEm2H2F-Q5Cw8Mp_TtofCdPC7Vjj0_T0bk00GyfYMRKxwP/s2048/20210917_194843+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1043" data-original-width="2048" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZ9dz-H81ZayRwA8pVQmo0TaV0uxg8sTIGZp08gQA5_5CPPbQX3B62pPUucnsJR2IZtpyCyvp7mUYy-y4bRBYTyLJzbPUMbPEm2H2F-Q5Cw8Mp_TtofCdPC7Vjj0_T0bk00GyfYMRKxwP/s320/20210917_194843+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><p> More of the same here too with the rear rank. What I was particularly happy about was the fact the last man I painted (second left) turned out to be one of my favourites of the regiment and didn't fall victim of being rushed which is always a tendency at the end of a long project. </p><p>So with my other two Tilean regiments still requiring several models, I am unsure on what is next. Maybe something completely different or even this small vignette that I keep threatening to do, although I'm still not 100% decided on a theme for that yet.</p><p><br /></p></div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-17939244234344011672021-08-28T21:18:00.001+01:002021-08-28T21:19:56.581+01:00Warhammer Empire (Tilean) Halberdiers of Trantio - second rank<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> So while I've been waiting to acquire the remaining spearmen (which may take a bit of time) I've been adding to my Halberdiers of Trantio regiment that I started last year. The second rank has been completed along with an ogre to bulk out ranks two and three.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimoTTEAaMD-sorthVeu5TPEL2uz97PBROSvUvBt3YL6mm8UnCRQf1SfxCHtYJlunwID-1V4bA6xahq8htdE2YuUX9wKCTjvXY-kR18h6HAOcYckPPYhLanE-w7ggC3WiCVY7Dts7718GFW/s2009/20210828_200308.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1207" data-original-width="2009" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimoTTEAaMD-sorthVeu5TPEL2uz97PBROSvUvBt3YL6mm8UnCRQf1SfxCHtYJlunwID-1V4bA6xahq8htdE2YuUX9wKCTjvXY-kR18h6HAOcYckPPYhLanE-w7ggC3WiCVY7Dts7718GFW/s320/20210828_200308.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div> The two right sided ones had been painted a few years back but I've spruced them up a fair bit as the reds, blues and browns were pretty dull and required a few extra highlights. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3M_j4Vz5eUETlE7_jKCZm9S-vj3or67ARudlVAr4T9Dm4GaLBCe_sOhFJU6GOPtZW13MQ2mODWBYzZidjBtsC3l87FvsatCsPeDCczIz7KRsdxtSliMK6dJrgXmjg2cQY50JdMOyvRmPm/s1579/20210827_193903.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1579" data-original-width="1162" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3M_j4Vz5eUETlE7_jKCZm9S-vj3or67ARudlVAr4T9Dm4GaLBCe_sOhFJU6GOPtZW13MQ2mODWBYzZidjBtsC3l87FvsatCsPeDCczIz7KRsdxtSliMK6dJrgXmjg2cQY50JdMOyvRmPm/s320/20210827_193903.jpg" width="235" /></a></div><br /><div> I decided adding a halfling on the base to give it a little more detail so I converted one from the Marauder range. He was a recent purchase and I didn't realise just how tiny they were until I had him in hand which works well in comparison with the hulking ogre - a sculpt from Knightmare Miniatures.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNvsWArfh8rrkzCPp8BeCCp3yiAr8E5tDOVoZMcX-gRLytCp2NVMKX3MrY4PvSL81z3ESKvOSLfhRpKJRXVoi4XrrIgdP99GvLvhYNFASBb4mQk6Zh51ijhQI86zMo4REPu-onh1jKbx-1/s1875/PSX_20210828_211356.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1521" data-original-width="1875" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNvsWArfh8rrkzCPp8BeCCp3yiAr8E5tDOVoZMcX-gRLytCp2NVMKX3MrY4PvSL81z3ESKvOSLfhRpKJRXVoi4XrrIgdP99GvLvhYNFASBb4mQk6Zh51ijhQI86zMo4REPu-onh1jKbx-1/s320/PSX_20210828_211356.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ranks One and Two complete <br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <div> I'm close now to completing ranks three and four to square off the entire regiment so I'm sticking with them now to the end. All I need is to paint two in each of those ranks and they're fully complete so that's the plan for the next couple of weeks. </div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-80428904359984245282021-08-07T07:31:00.002+01:002021-08-07T07:31:19.540+01:00Warhammer (Empire) Tilean Mercenary Spearmen - front rank<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> Two figures in two months isn't a great turnover but the front rank of my Tilean spearmen unit is done. A combination of work getting increasingly busy, The Euros and the pub has contributed to the poor input but it looks like I'm back on track here.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgASKecxQo4ZN6v61OvPhrJDWjZNjPMBKorZ46cDRnTFtmy9GQQqgaSFtc5Fwrz6Ww86clCLlz-44NTkrE88mS5Y9HA-g9leoPMqzylicYp-sTiPDjJsjfSA9TUhEsBFFWNo0tpdr8RFNN3/s2048/PSX_20210806_195328.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1466" data-original-width="2048" height="229" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgASKecxQo4ZN6v61OvPhrJDWjZNjPMBKorZ46cDRnTFtmy9GQQqgaSFtc5Fwrz6Ww86clCLlz-44NTkrE88mS5Y9HA-g9leoPMqzylicYp-sTiPDjJsjfSA9TUhEsBFFWNo0tpdr8RFNN3/s320/PSX_20210806_195328.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The latest additions are the sergeant from the Marauder Dwarf Regiment set and an unreleased Empire mercenary captain. I had to make a tough decision with the latter and strip the existing paint job as he was in another spearman unit but seeing as it's unlikely that I'm going to land another casting of this rare model it had to be done. Plus is saw his as an essential addition to this unit.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd0uQVZddQi4DnR4gQkmtwkfJDt-B6omhUPXsSpxIqcW60JzmNyx15_ccDbK1RkA-dcjkrftqiToSGu7fMOo9LSxdkF3kSj6_los-Z9WesI64K4qhktd5BPcFOHz4uC889ncOzno6Tsqol/s1189/20210806_193716.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1189" data-original-width="956" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd0uQVZddQi4DnR4gQkmtwkfJDt-B6omhUPXsSpxIqcW60JzmNyx15_ccDbK1RkA-dcjkrftqiToSGu7fMOo9LSxdkF3kSj6_los-Z9WesI64K4qhktd5BPcFOHz4uC889ncOzno6Tsqol/s320/20210806_193716.jpg" width="257" /></a></div><p> I've made a start on the second rank but I'm still missing three models so it may have to be put on hold while I'm tracking them down.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitgWccqDW36fTl4whnJSq2cFaKPCDIjVn_AaemzaZsMID0u9BOPOXPWrDXLVdlf83tGSx8k9A3L_RdsmwZ0rsl2sF3y1WZRWG0Ha6wX_u1D4SrRVFnqxhTorYH975aiYyK5E4ax87kTRSD/s1192/20210806_193647.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1192" data-original-width="1191" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitgWccqDW36fTl4whnJSq2cFaKPCDIjVn_AaemzaZsMID0u9BOPOXPWrDXLVdlf83tGSx8k9A3L_RdsmwZ0rsl2sF3y1WZRWG0Ha6wX_u1D4SrRVFnqxhTorYH975aiYyK5E4ax87kTRSD/s320/20210806_193647.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The shield is from the Citadel Goodly Knights of Law Speciality Set and ties in nicely with the eagle depicted on the regimental banner.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhLWa7gSUxH8TBNwjLxRtyvF6ffhsq67bQF5uFBW_TDRs4HNugxZ83fmsS36jO1k9liglVAJt-ojlcJozxV5aRaT0rMwvzH23DKuU8Uhl-xWwdvg2T6HoRRoe38SiRg8VMypu7oL4YKLUJ/s2048/20210806_193931.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1523" data-original-width="2048" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhLWa7gSUxH8TBNwjLxRtyvF6ffhsq67bQF5uFBW_TDRs4HNugxZ83fmsS36jO1k9liglVAJt-ojlcJozxV5aRaT0rMwvzH23DKuU8Uhl-xWwdvg2T6HoRRoe38SiRg8VMypu7oL4YKLUJ/s320/20210806_193931.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgz4ZAHe8G7us014TJg5f0MmD0TlkeTm_qBW9vM-dhfrpiV42i7N_so-LNx-PTb79CfNS7csXuRoJJtIa0IBI5sYzpcQFdwcnKuomZsSc8wGPk6fI05qJxBsnFNajFkBc8RtmTAOOKbuMQ/s2024/20210806_193800.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1558" data-original-width="2024" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgz4ZAHe8G7us014TJg5f0MmD0TlkeTm_qBW9vM-dhfrpiV42i7N_so-LNx-PTb79CfNS7csXuRoJJtIa0IBI5sYzpcQFdwcnKuomZsSc8wGPk6fI05qJxBsnFNajFkBc8RtmTAOOKbuMQ/s320/20210806_193800.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>So the plan will be to paint the three spearmen I actually have and then while I'm tracking down the other three I don't have I'll be revisiting my Tilean halberdiers and hopefully wrap up that unit as I'm only needing another five of them to paint to reach completion! </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-51050700648152909662021-06-15T08:26:00.002+01:002021-06-15T11:57:49.296+01:00Warhammer (Empire) Tilean Mercenary Command Group <p> </p><p><br /></p><p> It's been a bit slow going of late due to work being pretty full on over the last month but I've managed to get the next pair of Tilean mercenaries done to finish the command group.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjkj4_2N48u8N2NLsvCuCWWGQ5on-m7R1S3glTa3UlhL_3ZAlcC6RjIh84pGAZ2KDPxcILpcNaQiBk_nLYSXIpCRKU6q3P3M1mR7A9c-L2WBPLwtNtuXU8HenDWKpaHz4XZ0RPS3GetK7/s2048/20210612_103551.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1682" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjkj4_2N48u8N2NLsvCuCWWGQ5on-m7R1S3glTa3UlhL_3ZAlcC6RjIh84pGAZ2KDPxcILpcNaQiBk_nLYSXIpCRKU6q3P3M1mR7A9c-L2WBPLwtNtuXU8HenDWKpaHz4XZ0RPS3GetK7/s320/20210612_103551.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p> The standard bearer is a conversion of an Imperial gunner and the dwarf champion is the captain from the Marauder dwarf regiment set. The dwarf is more than a little off centre on his base but it was a case of having to so he can rank up alongside the bear. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoBUlNsqlu18__r96cJdn2CgAI3sOX4AtloBn5WRo6blE5qtpuzedY7kIMz8RqT7AhaQy8tDo8n8-OTXBRP5lYNIaN4rgzURDCrTjO0Ld_yrOSQTKyXHL-Puw-jw-g_HyqmyJpDh_tQvej/s1936/20210612_103843.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1936" data-original-width="1845" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoBUlNsqlu18__r96cJdn2CgAI3sOX4AtloBn5WRo6blE5qtpuzedY7kIMz8RqT7AhaQy8tDo8n8-OTXBRP5lYNIaN4rgzURDCrTjO0Ld_yrOSQTKyXHL-Puw-jw-g_HyqmyJpDh_tQvej/s320/20210612_103843.jpg" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjar2sWBW_VUms0NN4l75gZ9E3l5APwHm0OrIFTUJ8dP0u7kwvHQ7fuXi-XEfCHr96jyzMeVje2WWGBxVAnfV5E-FXMO3UEt0ZOY7BRHtP54dqReiPypgGeVx1F2X8E5wNO8iM5tsVbVUc5/s2048/20210612_103625.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1941" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjar2sWBW_VUms0NN4l75gZ9E3l5APwHm0OrIFTUJ8dP0u7kwvHQ7fuXi-XEfCHr96jyzMeVje2WWGBxVAnfV5E-FXMO3UEt0ZOY7BRHtP54dqReiPypgGeVx1F2X8E5wNO8iM5tsVbVUc5/s320/20210612_103625.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div> For some time now I've wanted to paint a mixed mercenary regiment of dwarfs and men and seeing how a number of the Tilean cities are populated by both, it seemed appropriate. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeN3S8_WDh5tRQJk99Gabd2kU8r9ecsfNFXUiN4q2xv3v4NZKCaMMjkNkuC7dMGnluZ4kyVVxkMS9rKKsvLj-oVTZbdkOj4qA3vQfvNvyv8qWsxmHHwMIsjj1VQL4HfCuYSBeNlDU50LB5/s2048/20210612_103805.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><img border="0" data-original-height="1696" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeN3S8_WDh5tRQJk99Gabd2kU8r9ecsfNFXUiN4q2xv3v4NZKCaMMjkNkuC7dMGnluZ4kyVVxkMS9rKKsvLj-oVTZbdkOj4qA3vQfvNvyv8qWsxmHHwMIsjj1VQL4HfCuYSBeNlDU50LB5/s320/20210612_103805.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><p> The flag is nicked from a Sicilian Condottieri design by the excellent Pete's Flags and fits nicely in with the livery of the unit. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOSkq6Sot1vGKqYGFwjdBg78Ph1E4QF9MQhN2EpLgCS4cshyphenhyphenYhlOv1NHA8Tm6okGMAJ3G4SS2FrFEi556t0LwifZOiB9XioRv1mNZHON3i-R0M80q66afgA_rz-NjaxQSQsWw1xxen3lrk/s2048/20210612_103658.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1749" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOSkq6Sot1vGKqYGFwjdBg78Ph1E4QF9MQhN2EpLgCS4cshyphenhyphenYhlOv1NHA8Tm6okGMAJ3G4SS2FrFEi556t0LwifZOiB9XioRv1mNZHON3i-R0M80q66afgA_rz-NjaxQSQsWw1xxen3lrk/s320/20210612_103658.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p> So there's two left of the front rank to get done, hopefully I'll have a bit more time to work on these over the next couple of weeks - if work permits. </p><p><br /></p></div>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-82184478199002708582021-05-12T19:56:00.000+01:002021-05-12T19:56:01.025+01:00Warhammer (Empire) Tilean Mercenary Captain <p> </p><p><br /></p><p> So I've decided to stick with the Tilean theme and make a start on one of my mercenary regiments for my slow burning Tilean army. Up first is the unit leader with a musician with a difference.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6d6ySV5Bm8k8E_f6Y5TtZuFDsujoOTD6fir1m4-VFwglsWfyzKsOlB342LQBy9nkyqOIlcTWechu-6Oob6Jq6hmsWtd7ChQ00XsVl0roIIvyjKctmrqiA6ftEYFczellkDkyWBTpzjRq4/s1431/20210512_172640+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1431" data-original-width="1243" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6d6ySV5Bm8k8E_f6Y5TtZuFDsujoOTD6fir1m4-VFwglsWfyzKsOlB342LQBy9nkyqOIlcTWechu-6Oob6Jq6hmsWtd7ChQ00XsVl0roIIvyjKctmrqiA6ftEYFczellkDkyWBTpzjRq4/s320/20210512_172640+%25281%2529.jpg" /></a></div><p> The mercenary captain figure is one of the excellent Greenskin Hunters from Knightmare Miniatures sculpted by Kev Adams whereas the bear is half of the Warhammer Empire Regimental Mascot model. There are some lovely details on the captain, a coil of rope wedged into a backpack and a wine bottle among them. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHHZCI4BcZkdIWOJjcu1D-ycqINxFn-0SUoyxSRm7v6QKeypkBaylzMTCuH-dGf0Qmehyphenhypheny6e24vWprs-UNFhdGPN6lbDof3KqkiQxwHu5VdEfYHIXYektKRpV2JuWiyJ3FScK9eUDWpi-N/s1322/20210512_172820.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1322" data-original-width="1301" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHHZCI4BcZkdIWOJjcu1D-ycqINxFn-0SUoyxSRm7v6QKeypkBaylzMTCuH-dGf0Qmehyphenhypheny6e24vWprs-UNFhdGPN6lbDof3KqkiQxwHu5VdEfYHIXYektKRpV2JuWiyJ3FScK9eUDWpi-N/s320/20210512_172820.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOtJryxnAzepovWDj0cbjrFQXdZS4VoUeH85GNdEZMVn0R1dXWalKVDunl7utEijpkeRvCbA2DQQuAq-VQyqw-ILDlVwBdle52KO4DXvdiwY66C6OQik9zlw4-eCWkIcfcvl1us9jUUQpx/s1447/20210512_172744.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1447" data-original-width="1225" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOtJryxnAzepovWDj0cbjrFQXdZS4VoUeH85GNdEZMVn0R1dXWalKVDunl7utEijpkeRvCbA2DQQuAq-VQyqw-ILDlVwBdle52KO4DXvdiwY66C6OQik9zlw4-eCWkIcfcvl1us9jUUQpx/s320/20210512_172744.jpg" /></a></div><p> The beard is a little too close to the flesh colour and lacks a bit of contrast; I kind of wish I'd painted it grey now but never mind. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXxKlPXg9gealw7etBjV2mBmHE14zt8Mk_P0rHPGIfdiawXpV-CESbxXTwxmdrWwqdB2yYgdzsG5YdOYIrh65mXiCmcmLnTBZzMe38HqjzRg6fTDMFnG7aLsmVwzsLk0vn2k7-HNZTCBfZ/s1383/20210512_172707.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1383" data-original-width="1181" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXxKlPXg9gealw7etBjV2mBmHE14zt8Mk_P0rHPGIfdiawXpV-CESbxXTwxmdrWwqdB2yYgdzsG5YdOYIrh65mXiCmcmLnTBZzMe38HqjzRg6fTDMFnG7aLsmVwzsLk0vn2k7-HNZTCBfZ/s320/20210512_172707.jpg" /></a></div><p> I shall wait until the front row is finished before I include a background story on this pair. Next up will be the unit standard bearer and champion. </p><p> Oh, on another note, it was a great honour for some of my work to feature in the latest issue of Wargames Illustrated, regarding an article on the history of Dixon Miniatures. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwkTVvol7mbbQHq9P3vf8CI3K1wYEWaWBr0Xqb8n8TAcsqnxhxb0Pmq1u8sjsbOYUwNYXo8swnUW7HJpyalPYN8EQ9gm1SPeFtQ3gcCaT2uL6-0BczlmZn1zzMy5yP9gOwTpaLeQL4Gyvx/s2656/20210512_160848.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1184" data-original-width="2656" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwkTVvol7mbbQHq9P3vf8CI3K1wYEWaWBr0Xqb8n8TAcsqnxhxb0Pmq1u8sjsbOYUwNYXo8swnUW7HJpyalPYN8EQ9gm1SPeFtQ3gcCaT2uL6-0BczlmZn1zzMy5yP9gOwTpaLeQL4Gyvx/s320/20210512_160848.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-17822385494466597802021-04-18T19:15:00.003+01:002021-04-23T22:51:17.902+01:00Citadel Empire Fighter Warband complete!<p> </p><p> So this week I managed to wrap up my warband of classic Citadel and Marauder empire fighters. It's nice to have finally ticked this box with it being on my to do list for many years. I think choosing the appropriate models and a livery that I was really happy with was crucial. This is why I encountered two or three failed attempts in the past. So here we have:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqlTRXjkkgmbroaSQhz8SGznrNRz6af_Aqriq2J1xdXONj7Mq9TnR6Llt9jZ9j_-y96gYfC3N431799QdPXec_BQwY4xjO1_t833HDNRLBCX4roKUFPIqLkp8_eZpUoA2fcr0NPgTAO48y/s2048/20210414_193851+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1192" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqlTRXjkkgmbroaSQhz8SGznrNRz6af_Aqriq2J1xdXONj7Mq9TnR6Llt9jZ9j_-y96gYfC3N431799QdPXec_BQwY4xjO1_t833HDNRLBCX4roKUFPIqLkp8_eZpUoA2fcr0NPgTAO48y/s320/20210414_193851+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>The Tilean Warband of Leopoldo Di Vittorio of Luccini.</p><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-A1agL646efK95_1iXwgBt6yD9IVE7d70JGwy64iQ-dts2Rq7_j4Cc12zJtnRwQCPYok4Hcs5LwThnV0sxQIdwZQiN4Q9Fnk3-J_6n4f3TfwzIUQ-6abVufXMRKAnNDEOpqez88p29nei/s1080/20200501_161815.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="717" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-A1agL646efK95_1iXwgBt6yD9IVE7d70JGwy64iQ-dts2Rq7_j4Cc12zJtnRwQCPYok4Hcs5LwThnV0sxQIdwZQiN4Q9Fnk3-J_6n4f3TfwzIUQ-6abVufXMRKAnNDEOpqez88p29nei/s320/20200501_161815.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Map of Luccini <br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmYBmbaqQsRFbXEZv1sIkl_0jzG2H4z2n-nJeWrZM72ZfgdzthqMLFulNfrOL4x4TOPDSIDAieBmV-s7sjEscBdb2B0eIyoqxz-8oCHOYxQsyKw1y2joCi8nln0VSnOunt-MEJA7cd1tZ1/s1270/20210309_184820.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><img border="0" data-original-height="1270" data-original-width="862" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmYBmbaqQsRFbXEZv1sIkl_0jzG2H4z2n-nJeWrZM72ZfgdzthqMLFulNfrOL4x4TOPDSIDAieBmV-s7sjEscBdb2B0eIyoqxz-8oCHOYxQsyKw1y2joCi8nln0VSnOunt-MEJA7cd1tZ1/s320/20210309_184820.jpg" /></a></div><p> ■ Leopoldo Di Vittorio, mercenary captain</p><p>A native of Luccini, the aristocratic Leopoldo attended the Aquila Academy of Luccini, learning the art and science of war. Seeking fame, notoriety and of course, to add to his already substantial wealth, he embarked on the career as a mercenary captain in the employ of the eccentric Lorenzo Lupo. The subsequent years have proved fruitful and devoted but there is always the temptation to change sides at the prospect of higher pay but Leopoldo remains loyal to Lupo - more out of loyalty to Luccini than that of its Prince.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlYqiLuNJzEuAOhwcET0rV0MffP1X2CdE2u58ZZ-DbZAXziXhU7ISsheVPZ228u7Y07_YfcEwym5lLJHeica2DyJs-BNN5lXb8K5ZrxgV_PPehvTTWpgaj3aEFufMQkAi3LGmCIDFecQ3j/s1270/20210416_203630.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1270" data-original-width="877" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlYqiLuNJzEuAOhwcET0rV0MffP1X2CdE2u58ZZ-DbZAXziXhU7ISsheVPZ228u7Y07_YfcEwym5lLJHeica2DyJs-BNN5lXb8K5ZrxgV_PPehvTTWpgaj3aEFufMQkAi3LGmCIDFecQ3j/s320/20210416_203630.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Guido Colombano, warband champion </p><p>With Guido, what you see is what you get. A hardy, battle scarred veteran of numerous campaigns from various Tilean conflicts. Despite their social class diversity, Guido has developed a unlikely rapport with Leopoldo. This ageing but steadfast fellow's vast experience is indispensable to the group.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4rIVeWB6H4x4MZ38pUBzkQQfTXmVr3aAh_JuQUhWbk_-sJK99LlK82ir3w5GSgy8IJ_gZAKPBsP7B5WkKu_yu09bPjmeNoiXX8Z1VZQ4j0Dx8UdeFtuyeq2xUm7tgV0Ca053H83awgE2x/s1168/20210416_203759.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1168" data-original-width="817" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4rIVeWB6H4x4MZ38pUBzkQQfTXmVr3aAh_JuQUhWbk_-sJK99LlK82ir3w5GSgy8IJ_gZAKPBsP7B5WkKu_yu09bPjmeNoiXX8Z1VZQ4j0Dx8UdeFtuyeq2xUm7tgV0Ca053H83awgE2x/s320/20210416_203759.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Ermillo Moscatelli, champion </p><p>Another alumni from the Aquila Academy of Luccini, the scholarly Ermillo was a former gunnery captain but sought for a more prosperous career as a mercenary. Despite his slender appearance, Ermillo is a wily and guile individual with an appetite for Cathayan philosophy. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDpWs-iGmkauGWgBzfUYu0va_c2pd0Gq08RPakSyS99-JVjaGWnNDFV5L4Rv2sigdvv0kg_1sQaS6s3-VXk7VyOg90ebjrwMLWqP9G_W-NVJqHiMNd0hS00LF62pDe8FXOw-RPk5hUUj38/s1206/20210416_203820.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1206" data-original-width="858" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDpWs-iGmkauGWgBzfUYu0va_c2pd0Gq08RPakSyS99-JVjaGWnNDFV5L4Rv2sigdvv0kg_1sQaS6s3-VXk7VyOg90ebjrwMLWqP9G_W-NVJqHiMNd0hS00LF62pDe8FXOw-RPk5hUUj38/s320/20210416_203820.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Berthold Steinberg, sellsword </p><p>A Middenheimer, formally a swordsman in the army of his native land before heading south to Tilea for the sellsword life. He still carries the shield of his army days depicting the fortress city of Middenheim.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8LcJ6nLS-wS3D-Ck7SxAF31uz0GQZ1D_13QjQ11cIPOYFmyZRzsjWpWR4iq-xRLpgUu1gOmJJxDhu9C_Sj3pHGFQ1Jf3fAb-ngnsSVQl3jZ2V_FITiiBdYvd0GC5CcQERsOyh5Wbsa_V6/s1769/20210408_193041.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1769" data-original-width="1258" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8LcJ6nLS-wS3D-Ck7SxAF31uz0GQZ1D_13QjQ11cIPOYFmyZRzsjWpWR4iq-xRLpgUu1gOmJJxDhu9C_Sj3pHGFQ1Jf3fAb-ngnsSVQl3jZ2V_FITiiBdYvd0GC5CcQERsOyh5Wbsa_V6/s320/20210408_193041.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Skragrud, mercenary Ogre</p><p>Once a member of Golgfag's Maneaters, Skragrud was imprisoned by Lorenzo Lupo along with his ogre comrades for causing havoc in the principality. Later, with the order to be sent to the Border Princes as mercenaries in the service of an exiled imperial noble, Skragrud deserted the Maneaters, opting to remain in Tilea in the service of Leopoldo Di Vittorio.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKV3rTsvLz5NNCPd4qvymL_W3W5G9_Hax9qfU_ma66pa_uSkSrImJKP77GlgYAR19tOLb-O9GAWgvQeVlQH9TWnZBYSxpJBU4RCHJ9iHHRZMM6Azm_itJEGdyH1Jbs27WZdvd28-VdcEt6/s1357/20210416_203655.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1357" data-original-width="964" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKV3rTsvLz5NNCPd4qvymL_W3W5G9_Hax9qfU_ma66pa_uSkSrImJKP77GlgYAR19tOLb-O9GAWgvQeVlQH9TWnZBYSxpJBU4RCHJ9iHHRZMM6Azm_itJEGdyH1Jbs27WZdvd28-VdcEt6/s320/20210416_203655.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Rinaldo Contarino, crossbowman</p><p>A slight and agile fellow, Rinaldo is a skilled marksman originally from Trantio in northern Tilea. A deserter of the Trantio municipal guard, Rinaldo headed south seeking adventure and the prospect of personal wealth.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhiCCOSnZn-eExrxIta1kUzE4neXDOt0jdfbIUGI7OEjymglXA32QZWCnD5MFu9YXBR5Fval-IXg4DmP7j9i6Z_EI-Fsud5ywyBfODlv85zpmJrwCPJf6MiNXHiPWeRBoGuRQV7Li-kvz-/s996/20210416_203859.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="996" data-original-width="718" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhiCCOSnZn-eExrxIta1kUzE4neXDOt0jdfbIUGI7OEjymglXA32QZWCnD5MFu9YXBR5Fval-IXg4DmP7j9i6Z_EI-Fsud5ywyBfODlv85zpmJrwCPJf6MiNXHiPWeRBoGuRQV7Li-kvz-/s320/20210416_203859.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Franco Chioza, pistolier</p><p>Formally a lowly brigand from Trantio, Franco has aspired from the gutters, finding his forte as a pistolier and becoming a reputable mercenary much valued by Leopoldo. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuD0aSG5DiD2gyBKkFKpnJk5IzUSYQfqRCqvUbSFYrlcWoaCAx7oNdTG2a2jDGnVLqBu-RUmuPX_s6UCOycWgQLnKQE8em9lGtPRu5mmsiwT5zkn7LwBfItKZ1QPu-8EMZvNXAuArzd_B4/s1664/20210416_203727.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1664" data-original-width="983" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuD0aSG5DiD2gyBKkFKpnJk5IzUSYQfqRCqvUbSFYrlcWoaCAx7oNdTG2a2jDGnVLqBu-RUmuPX_s6UCOycWgQLnKQE8em9lGtPRu5mmsiwT5zkn7LwBfItKZ1QPu-8EMZvNXAuArzd_B4/s320/20210416_203727.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Grenrig Gulbron, Dwarf spearman</p><p>One of Luccini's Dwarf population, Grenrig sought out the mercenary life after his regiment suffered heavy losses at the Battle of Hel Fenn. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ8D4uZeo82k3P9JQinLt0sxVilT9Ksw48Y86zE3v5aZDOogvZGjOD6B4_NJW36rif2M7-EESufPN57cKatzdgVpJc7i6-Me9pQyCw1cW0jT2OfpFtsT6y0OCOb31lpZGGwy9ndnF7l8ce/s1092/20210416_203918.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1092" data-original-width="705" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ8D4uZeo82k3P9JQinLt0sxVilT9Ksw48Y86zE3v5aZDOogvZGjOD6B4_NJW36rif2M7-EESufPN57cKatzdgVpJc7i6-Me9pQyCw1cW0jT2OfpFtsT6y0OCOb31lpZGGwy9ndnF7l8ce/s320/20210416_203918.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Michele Barbieri, mercenary </p><p>Originating from rural Tilea located near to Verezzo, Michele is another member who escaped from a life of poverty. Skilled with the bow as well as his trusted axe, Michele is one of Leopoldo's longest serving and most trusted subordinates. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-n4-u8W4X-Sh9kG7s086uKXpQ0hHW85sb4_OJrkXHO4mHwdhJOE5fy3J0lTj6Kt8Dz8zpRI0UDhlu0MEz84kwVPLEkbSaVesLvXiWbrXr7uW2hhHliPNVvR52c_Os-qI1MpSdRAzWsvFc/s1108/20210416_203944.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1108" data-original-width="710" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-n4-u8W4X-Sh9kG7s086uKXpQ0hHW85sb4_OJrkXHO4mHwdhJOE5fy3J0lTj6Kt8Dz8zpRI0UDhlu0MEz84kwVPLEkbSaVesLvXiWbrXr7uW2hhHliPNVvR52c_Os-qI1MpSdRAzWsvFc/s320/20210416_203944.jpg" /></a></div><p>■ Manno Barozzi, mercenary </p><p>A once disgraced palace guard of Tobaro, Manno fled from likely imprisonment for adventure and the dream of untold riches. For Manno, and many others who choose this path, the reality is an early death and an unmarked grave.</p><p> Well as I mentioned in the previous post, the door is left open to expand this warband down the line. I have at least half a dozen suitable candidates that will fit but for now I'm calling it a finished project - and I don't often get to say that!</p><p> I'm a little unsure what the next project will be. I'm keen to add to my Tilean mercenary army although I have felt the temptation to resume my Chaos Beastmen/Broo force as well. I'm concerned about losing the Tilean vibe if I opt for that just yet so that may have to wait a little. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-33991842956565334512021-04-15T16:56:00.000+01:002021-04-15T16:56:12.613+01:00Citadel Empire Fighter Warband update - last three men finshed!<p><br /></p><p> Just a brief one here, I've managed to square off my Classic Citadel and Marauder empire fighter warband with the last three guys.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMwFoPsPLusnsBWGfNQEUFqQKyafSMpM68WoteZ227T8AzESBlAF_wsMVa4bvS4JQjTg41DMSXV4ewnaHU5fXyYjnzzvwRNaY1b7BflkZ5mElPC3zKf6ub9G5FAWiI6IhLAUN_1cDx9r16/s2016/20210414_203153.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1254" data-original-width="2016" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMwFoPsPLusnsBWGfNQEUFqQKyafSMpM68WoteZ227T8AzESBlAF_wsMVa4bvS4JQjTg41DMSXV4ewnaHU5fXyYjnzzvwRNaY1b7BflkZ5mElPC3zKf6ub9G5FAWiI6IhLAUN_1cDx9r16/s320/20210414_203153.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> All three are from the F2 Fighter range, from left, Imperial Pistolier, Royal Guard and Jan Oakheart. I'll be naming each member with a bit of background in the subsequent post with a finished group shot. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2adPwsThsAA7wKkBhsM4a9XbfJTenUMkaktt7HF376GEAiGIxPrtZf8OGYw3_Ffaa5ovhpdbRpJ2_WugWGml7iSM6xx53uTNNy6n4rP42_GZfzYoPPv9Ab2sbdqsNslpck9JO7sSv2sXl/s2024/20210414_203112.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1202" data-original-width="2024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2adPwsThsAA7wKkBhsM4a9XbfJTenUMkaktt7HF376GEAiGIxPrtZf8OGYw3_Ffaa5ovhpdbRpJ2_WugWGml7iSM6xx53uTNNy6n4rP42_GZfzYoPPv9Ab2sbdqsNslpck9JO7sSv2sXl/s320/20210414_203112.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The plan was for about a dozen in total but ten is fine; I was undecided on one or two models making it in but there is definitely room for several more members down the line. I shall therefore leave it open ended and will likely add to it at some point. I'd definitely like a couple more Dwarfs in the mix for starters. </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-76098976622737305122021-04-08T20:25:00.001+01:002021-04-08T20:25:59.879+01:00Citadel Empire Fighter Warband update - Marauder Ogre<p> </p><p> Well I wasn't expecting to land this guy anytime soon but the gods were smiling when lo and behold one appeared on Ebay for a fairly reasonable Buy It Now option so that was that. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1ziiEGdn8DwhE3YntYSNMsoAhMdJ_rePtOrTTxOoxCA9Jyohhdj00ZkRTjkQEeW5ew9SuHG4wM9ISYFM3idaQT1z2dCC8Gs6ZUZmi53n4BEW-t-ijylqWDLDNIgeDT1KvtzIJTsqBjjz/s1769/20210408_193041.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1769" data-original-width="1258" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1ziiEGdn8DwhE3YntYSNMsoAhMdJ_rePtOrTTxOoxCA9Jyohhdj00ZkRTjkQEeW5ew9SuHG4wM9ISYFM3idaQT1z2dCC8Gs6ZUZmi53n4BEW-t-ijylqWDLDNIgeDT1KvtzIJTsqBjjz/s320/20210408_193041.jpg" /></a></div><p> It's quite staggering just how much these Marauder Ogres seem to go for these days. To be fair I never thought a lot of this figure in the past but seeing how well suited he is to my warband, he was the number one choice really - plus he's more than grown on me in recent times.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5qfz6g5gAEhzavpmCi6OEgwiw9G7_AhA2Fa0tNef4NjmNICz1qqLDSvMoHWW6bHr8pSbuAV3D08v0WyjEj0tMPSCnbAL2FMaPtnEt6A8sU67P0sjUjbIh6dZra0Oim-e59a7_0Eo4LPXM/s1644/20210408_192913+%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1644" data-original-width="1179" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5qfz6g5gAEhzavpmCi6OEgwiw9G7_AhA2Fa0tNef4NjmNICz1qqLDSvMoHWW6bHr8pSbuAV3D08v0WyjEj0tMPSCnbAL2FMaPtnEt6A8sU67P0sjUjbIh6dZra0Oim-e59a7_0Eo4LPXM/s320/20210408_192913+%25281%2529.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJC_8tFy8ir-VM967JjpraQ_Om-1prUWPjtt7tDZUcM0XoidZ9kmASiHVLZyoEcJKsMQnBDX4yzLa21Qk0_NYf40zW9Qn_Se4mOsSzOEQ3EJH-vjasb3kWUs9XokkyauuZbWCr9MD13S1d/s1804/20210408_193006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1804" data-original-width="1279" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJC_8tFy8ir-VM967JjpraQ_Om-1prUWPjtt7tDZUcM0XoidZ9kmASiHVLZyoEcJKsMQnBDX4yzLa21Qk0_NYf40zW9Qn_Se4mOsSzOEQ3EJH-vjasb3kWUs9XokkyauuZbWCr9MD13S1d/s320/20210408_193006.jpg" /></a></div><p> There is plenty of nice detailing on this model; despite his grand intentions he has a slightly disheveled appearance with armour that appears to have seen a lot of action, a hat that is slightly tattered and garments that are looking a little worse for wear. The nose ring is a nice additional detail as well.</p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79XauqtUUd8sTLim8aMfKU8hj1iexOgO9uE-xJ0dOkd-qIxMU9-oHHKgljoNvgf8c_F_7FMWtIVmFGqG6m1wupdw7qIyy4PZk-Gw2Y2IG9f1c8ZGNUH0XpK1Z1M-GUCXvagIdzQBJE__V/s1923/20210408_141241+%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" data-original-height="1590" data-original-width="1923" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79XauqtUUd8sTLim8aMfKU8hj1iexOgO9uE-xJ0dOkd-qIxMU9-oHHKgljoNvgf8c_F_7FMWtIVmFGqG6m1wupdw7qIyy4PZk-Gw2Y2IG9f1c8ZGNUH0XpK1Z1M-GUCXvagIdzQBJE__V/s320/20210408_141241+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> Meantime I've managed to get a couple of the other fighters wrapped up which leaves me making a start on the final man! I should be able to post up the last trio by the weekend. Then after that I'll follow it up with a detailed post on the finished warband with individual profiles. </p><p> </p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5165785337085231390.post-42566538517211114562021-03-13T13:09:00.002+00:002021-03-13T13:09:47.065+00:00Citadel Empire Fighter Warband Update - Halfway stage<p> </p><p><br /></p><p> This week I have been working on the next pair of fighters for the warband taking my tally to six and the halfway point. I'm finding quite time consuming but going the extra mile with them is more than worth it.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttp3-ZcIa9C8-a7iRyiiIx-_ZPe58qVPAdO-sB6Wzpoa4wUrxCAs6nXIo3kaOTEhAwnwKhdKPIiXtot1z3wVNNYG6Ftc1DU-XeCJeQicqOxID-yGo9I8QUFSpjc1o1tPfeM0G7w-Cyqiv/s1872/20210313_124130.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1206" data-original-width="1872" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttp3-ZcIa9C8-a7iRyiiIx-_ZPe58qVPAdO-sB6Wzpoa4wUrxCAs6nXIo3kaOTEhAwnwKhdKPIiXtot1z3wVNNYG6Ftc1DU-XeCJeQicqOxID-yGo9I8QUFSpjc1o1tPfeM0G7w-Cyqiv/s320/20210313_124130.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The first model is from the F2 fighter range again, Rombustus Sellsword (I'll be giving him his own identity when the warband is complete), a figure I first painted way back in about 1988 (not the exact same model unfortunately). </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNDtI20HlBOYDcIhnqB7i6xkP8AUfT2xRxniiRx-z7r_JRsBYlk6B0K6_4HYV7FN9iU8UfA0QbdXzD2aEXt0riYriYvA64kApi-BOxyK8sywNqAeNRA9JPowWFYNy3WcdvVMBgrF2fgEe/s1839/20210313_124102.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1352" data-original-width="1839" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNDtI20HlBOYDcIhnqB7i6xkP8AUfT2xRxniiRx-z7r_JRsBYlk6B0K6_4HYV7FN9iU8UfA0QbdXzD2aEXt0riYriYvA64kApi-BOxyK8sywNqAeNRA9JPowWFYNy3WcdvVMBgrF2fgEe/s320/20210313_124102.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The second is one of my favourite fighter models, another of the F2 range, the Gunnery Captain. He is such a totally cool figure with a wonderfully characterful face. I just love those spectacles. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg-9VBxoPT7ifKIzTMuwiU03EaeqktEJiNCpUK9pTaO-hHGVLAxpPnezHLkiyv1N8S1wUqhlkvj9vlp7UAXPfpWRSuyEmkCJiYN2Hlxa6mn8rwgVHuilOAOMYy4T_ZDkCuxBVrdPZkJdWK/s2589/20210313_124003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1215" data-original-width="2589" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg-9VBxoPT7ifKIzTMuwiU03EaeqktEJiNCpUK9pTaO-hHGVLAxpPnezHLkiyv1N8S1wUqhlkvj9vlp7UAXPfpWRSuyEmkCJiYN2Hlxa6mn8rwgVHuilOAOMYy4T_ZDkCuxBVrdPZkJdWK/s320/20210313_124003.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> The plan is to jump off the project for a couple of weeks to participate in a painting challenge on fb before resuming these guys. Ideally I'd love to get the ogre of the group underway but seeing as I don't yet own him or even seem to be able to source him right now, that isn't going to happen. Hope it won't be too long before I can get my hands on one. I don't want to end up having everyone finished and no ogre to round them off. This is the one I'm after, by the way:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2iaTTfLVKjGaTQsZX_5MFmN45reeqZAEp4o-zcj7Z5aJWYTG2MbiSQqwGS_4tlQD1mZp7IvjdgkzM0DE-QqXIrV3njCaH5WUkkjJFvXmBmwGBm7LLZ2RaXQeMrgg9hDIJLvZUuL4scanI/s1427/20210313_100002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1427" data-original-width="804" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2iaTTfLVKjGaTQsZX_5MFmN45reeqZAEp4o-zcj7Z5aJWYTG2MbiSQqwGS_4tlQD1mZp7IvjdgkzM0DE-QqXIrV3njCaH5WUkkjJFvXmBmwGBm7LLZ2RaXQeMrgg9hDIJLvZUuL4scanI/s320/20210313_100002.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Shaitanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06133644752973972045noreply@blogger.com8