Lead Adventure Forum
Miniatures Adventure => Future Wars => Topic started by: von Lucky on July 05, 2017, 03:40:22 PM
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It began in the Games Workshop thread:
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=57122.msg1266134#msg1266134
Since this is the official GW thread, here's an idea ;) We are seeing so many members going back to 40k, so what about we create our own "official" forum Chapter?
It would be a team effort and the main objective would be to re-use old figures that are gathering dust. One member could do a tactical squad; another an assault one and so on.
We would have to agree to a paint-scheme; Chapter Name and someone would have to do the fluff part lol
To get the ball rolling: as for the name I propose "Lead Adventurers" and I pledge a Tactical Squad of 10 Marines (bought used from Ebay, being stripped of paint right now).
From the effort of many forum members, I've collected the information (as much as possible) in this post. Please let me know if anything needs to be editted, etc.
Chapter name
Lead Legion
Chapter colours
The forum colours are:
(https://i.imgur.com/062q1dH.png)
Beige - #f6f6d6
Dark Camo - #999966
Light Camo - #cccc99
Used http://encycolorpedia.com for Vallejo and online charts for other ranges.
#f6f6d6
Vallejo 70.928 (Light Flesh)
Games Workshop Rotting Flesh (discontinued) or Kislev Flesh
https://www.games-workshop.com/resources/catalog/product/600x620/99189951037_LAYER2016KislevFlesh01.jpg
#999966
Vallejo 70.988 (Khaki)
Games Workshop Death Guard Green or Nurgling Green
https://www.games-workshop.com/resources/catalog/product/600x620/99189950079_DeathGuardGreen12ml.jpg
#cccc99
Vallejo 70.976 (Buff)
Games Workshop Bleached Bone (discontinued) or Ushabti Bone
https://www.games-workshop.com/resources/catalog/product/600x620/99189951032_LAYER2016UshabtiBone01.jpg
Using:
http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/smp.php
The typical scheme would be:
(http://i.imgur.com/DZgjfvF.jpg)
Red Orc put this together:
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dTdtQnuaN90/XwsA8-qLe3I/AAAAAAAABb4/8GMWKLc4cdUpPkwxREHYqUjxYeqNLcxgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/new%2Bchapter%2Bmarkings.png)
However, the chapter is know to deviate from this. In particular they have been known to use camouflage, much like the Raptors Chapter.
Veterans typically have white helmets and armour has known to be bare metal in parts. Weapons are black.
Chapter symbol
The castle tower with the moon behind it is the most Space Marine like from the forum banner:
(http://i.imgur.com/16T5i3u.png) (http://i.imgur.com/8hwzxIK.png)
A little hard to freehand, so we might get decals or custom shoulder pads done. A low visibility version could be the one of the right in grey.
Codex Space Marine Chapter Organisation (unsure how much is exactly followed by the Lead Legion):
https://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/warhammer40k/images/8/84/Space_Marine_Chapter_Organisation_Table.png/revision/latest?cb=20130915211407
Known personalities:
Chapter Master Witchheimer
Chief Librarian Westphalia Christopheles
Librarian Mightius Flipius
High Chaplain Malamute, Master of Sanctity
Reclusiarch Pocoloco
Dr Mathias, Master of the Apothecarion
Techpriest Bibbly, Master of the Forge
Techmarine YPU
http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Space_Marines#Ranks
Company captains and other personalities:
1st company
The White Knight, 1st Company Champion
Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf (terminator squad)
Veteran Sergeant Elbows
Veteran Sergeant Mason
Veteran Sergeant Vyper
Venerable Dreadnought Death-Nala
Venerable Dreadnought Vanvlak
2nd company
Captain Blood
3rd company
Lt. Hazel
Sergeant Tellus (tactical squad)
4th company
Admiral Benbow, Master of the Fleet
5th company
6th company
7th company
Sergeant von Lucky (tactical squad)
8th company
9th company
10th company
Veteran Scout Sergeant Plumbus Maximus
All LAF Moderators:
Prof.Witchheimer
Driscoles
Mad Doc Morris
Captain Blood
Lt. Hazel
jimbibbly
Plynkes
Admiral Benbow
Malamute
Uncle Mike
Westfalia Chris
supervike
Dr Mathias
white knight
Let me know if I missed anyone or if you'd prefer a different title, etc.
Motto(s):
"We deal in lead, friends!" I used Google translate for a Latin translation, it spat out "Non facies in plumbum, amici!" (when I reversed this it became "Then you take the lead, friends!").
"Aurum in plumbum" ("Gold into lead")
"Λ Α Φ" (Greek letters Lambda Alpha Phi, for LAF)
Home planet:
Attica
Fleet:
Castellan Shield Ship '[TBC]'
Emperor Capital Ship 'Vetus Plumbum'
Goliath Factory Ship 'The Lead Zeppelin'
Past campaigns include:
Badab Wars
Vestfalen Wars
Disclaimer - it's been a LONG time since I was into this sort of stuff, happy for recommendations, edits, etc.
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So, I think we'll let a few more people to get on board to select a name. I think logo and colour scheme match the forum.
I plan on painting 5 guys (sergeant/character, 3 bolters, 1 flamer).
This'll be my take on the scheme:
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jjtum6R2Dw8/WVz--kCeYQI/AAAAAAAAAsk/gKV1fgYpD5US8JT-fo9y1UYY632kGhOwwCEwYBhgL/s640/LAF%2BSpace%2BMarine%2B01.jpg)
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I'll be doing a squad of MkVI beakie assault marines w/ jump packs...eventually. lol My name vote goes for the Lead Legion. While we're at it, I wonder if Shapeways has a shoulder pad with a matching design on it. I think I mentioned in the other thread that a Space Marine chapter called the Crimson Castellans had a similar shoulder pad. I'll have to peruse and see.
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I'll be doing a squad of MkVI beakie assault marines w/ jump packs...eventually. lol My name vote goes for the Lead Legion. While we're at it, I wonder if Shapeways has a shoulder pad with a matching design on it. I think I mentioned in the other thread that a Space Marine chapter called the Crimson Castellans had a similar shoulder pad. I'll have to peruse and see.
If not I can rig one up easy. Not sure if I have a marine on hand for the correct shoulder measurements though!
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If someone has a metal shoulder pad that fits the current ranges I could have a crack at sculpting a 3D pad and get it cast up for others to use.
This would not be a quick turnaround, of course, and may take too long for most who want to do this.....
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Yeah it's a neat idea, but the cost (just for international shipping) is probably prohibitive.
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Yeah it's a neat idea, but the cost (just for international shipping) is probably prohibitive.
I'm not a caster but I think with the Dutch mail you could ship a decent number of shoulder pads for a couple of euros.
I can still edit the chapter icon if anybody has any pointers btw. this was really only a couple of minutes work meant as a first idea.
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Look a little like a slightly greener Heresy Death Guard.... :o
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But they'll have purity seals and love in their hearts.
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Yeah it's a neat idea, but the cost (just for international shipping) is probably prohibitive.
It really would not work out much for postage.
I reckon ten pads in a box will weigh less than 100g so not too steep sending them at Large Letter rate*.
It would be the turnaround/casting time that may be more off putting.
http://www.royalmail.com/sites/default/files/Royal-Mail-Our-Prices-March-2017_0.pdf
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So I assume our chapter has some weird relationship with the mechanicus since they always lust after new toys? :D
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If someone has a metal shoulder pad that fits the current ranges I could have a crack at sculpting a 3D pad and get it cast up for others to use.
This would not be a quick turnaround, of course, and may take too long for most who want to do this.....
For me there's no rush, the Chapter will grown as new people join in, there's no limit in time for painting the Marines.
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von Lucky - thanks for creating the thread! And I must amend my vote for the Chapter name, I vote for Lead Legion :D
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I'm in, and I like Lead Legion too.
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Once this takes on a bit more of a finalized shape, maybe there'll be enough interest in doing a painting club for it?
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Great idea! I also like the Lead Legion, though the Lead Hoarders amuses me too. Perhaps their home planet could be Attica, because most of our lead is in the attic?
Don't forget the leaders, Captain Blood, Techpriest Bibbly, Librarian Westphalia Christopheles, Chaplain Malamute, and so on.
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Once this takes on a bit more of a finalized shape, maybe there'll be enough interest in doing a painting club for it?
That is an excellent idea.
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Don't forget the leaders, Captain Blood, Techpriest Bibbly, Librarian Westphalia Christopheles, Chaplain Malamute, and so on.
Mama as the Chaplain???
Responsible for the spiritual wellbeing of the Chapter....?
Descent into Chaos, here we come!
lol lol lol
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That is an excellent idea.
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Mama as the Chaplain???
Responsible for the spiritual wellbeing of the Chapter....?
Descent into Chaos, here we come!
lol lol lol
I think you'd make a good Brother Sergeant :D
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Well, now I've seen everything.
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If they make it a painting club, will the old first generation plastic space marines be acceptable? I have some of these, it would be nice to use them after all this time...
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The Chapter motto should be "We deal in lead, friends!"
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I vote "Lead Balloons" but that maybe only funny in "English english" lol
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Should all the weapons be extra heavy?
Lead Legion sounds straightforward and to the point.
Regards officers etc, should there be a caste system or ranking system or a bit of both?
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If they make it a painting club, will the old first generation plastic space marines be acceptable? I have some of these, it would be nice to use them after all this time...
Do you mean the RTB01 marines/
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First post modified.
Re. Chapter symbol, could just be a black logo (tower with a black circle behind it, the whole shoulder pad would be #f6f6d6 (Vallejo Light Flesh) anyway. YPU - able to provide an updated version?
A 3D shoulder pad would be cool, but not needed for me (most of my guys will be the 2nd edition classics).
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Do you mean the RTB01 marines/
I don't know, They are blue plastic and much smaller than the later marines, they have the womble helmets....
[edit] OK yes that's them, I just googled RTB01.
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How about for a motto, "Aurum in plumbum"?
"Gold into lead". lol
Ancient Greek word for lead is: mólybdos. Chrysopoeia ("making gold") is turning lead into gold. Molybdopoeia? Molybia?
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Well you've piqued my interest in this. I'll put forward a small squad (maybe some scouts or a small assault squad)
I like Lead Legion.
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I don't know, They are blue plastic and much smaller than the later marines, they have the womble helmets....
[edit] OK yes that's them, I just googled RTB01.
Every Space Marine miniature is welcomed in the Legion :)
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/47/8f/20/478f20949c45f8a97c21f7286e662221.jpg)
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That's one of my favourite little memes. Well played.
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Haven't posted in a while; however this is strangely inspiring.
As an old member,elder of several LPLs(and being pipped at the post once or twice),Potato Cup Winner,and benefactor; I give myself the rank of veteran sergeant,and will duly paint up a Terminator.As I have been off Forum/in-active,it is likely that Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf is either rogue or 'fallen' :o And all this will help me finish my Inquisamunda gang!
Cheero
Guy
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All perfectly reasonable Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf.
On that theme I submit the following suggestions:
Veteran Sergeant Mason and Venerable Death-Nala the company Dreadnought
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All perfectly reasonable Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf.
On that theme I submit the following suggestions:
Veteran Sergeant Mason and Venerable Death-Nala the company Dreadnought
Agreed,and thankyou :)
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Re. Chapter symbol, could just be a black logo (tower with a black circle behind it, the whole shoulder pad would be #f6f6d6 (Vallejo Light Flesh) anyway. YPU - able to provide an updated version?
Something like this?
(http://i.imgur.com/8hwzxIK.png)
Personally, I still think the white background circle would be cool, since it's a staple of marine symbols. But printing white is a lot more difficult with decals so this might make hope printing a more realistic option.
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Formidable idea! Although I´m not very much in the 40K universe (and never was much before too), I agree that everything that provides identity, solidarity and likemindedness should be most welcomed.
I like LEAD LEGION very much and would even be talked into buying and painting an appropriate Space Marine model (although I would have preferred painting another Sister of Battle... ;) ).
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Thanks YPU, gives us an option.
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Inspiring.
The colour rendering on my ZX81 is a bit ropey, am I right in thinking the scheme is buff overall, khaki details and light flesh shoulder pads (and helmet)?
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Personally, I still think the white background circle would be cool, since it's a staple of marine symbols.
I agree; the white circle looks better.
And for those printing in black on transparent; painting the white circle first and placing the decal over it is always an option...
Oh; and as long as we're giving ourselves ranks and titles; I'll assign myself to the rank of Scout Sergeant. Something I've actually been in real life. Additionally, I still have a pile of the old plastic scouts lying about which could come in handy... :D
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As soon as the primaris easy build boxes come out I'll put one aside for this! :)
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It's worth pointing out that if anyone is local to a GW store I believe they still give a free marine (I think a new big Primaris Marine) away for free if you ask for one - as a painting tutorial piece or whatever.
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Inspiring.
The colour rendering on my ZX81 is a bit ropey, am I right in thinking the scheme is buff overall, khaki details and light flesh shoulder pads (and helmet)?
That's what I've done - YPU has light flesh all over. Up to you really, as long as you use those colours we'll have a fairly coherent look. Even with camo, etc.
I agree; the white circle looks better.
And for those printing in black on transparent; painting the white circle first and placing the decal over it is always an option...
Yeah - white looks better. I'm going to test it first to see what looks good, etc.
It's worth pointing out that if anyone is local to a GW store I believe they still give a free marine (I think a new big Primaris Marine) away for free if you ask for one - as a painting tutorial piece or whatever.
Going to try this out tomorrow in the Melbourne store.
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That's what I've done - YPU has light flesh all over. Up to you really, as long as you use those colours we'll have a fairly coherent look. Even with camo, etc.
I like the higher contrast of the darkest and brightest rather than 3 colours which after weathering and washing might blend together, but your mileage will vary I'm sure!
Thanks YPU, gives us an option.
No problem had to figure out a couple of functions I Inkscape though, since I fudged some of the shapes by slapping blocks of the background colour over them. lol
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Just checked my colors and I have to go out and find some Vallejo Buff o_o I have it but it's from Tamiya. If everything goes as planned, maybe I'll paint some Marines next week lol
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I just primed my new Primaris Marines. Things are busy but I'll bump 'em in the queue. There a deadline?
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I just primed my new Primaris Marines. Things are busy but I'll bump 'em in the queue. There a deadline?
No, it's a long term project :)
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There a deadline?
In my case before the heat death of the universe ^___^.
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Why has no-one mentioned vehicles yet? :D
Unfortunately I think my stock of SM vehicles had dried out - in which case I actually did manage to finish something!
But I do have a dread....
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Why has no-one mentioned vehicles yet? :D
Unfortunately I think my stock of SM vehicles had dried out - in which case I actually did manage to finish something!
But I do have a dread....
Oh, I just may have to paint a squad or two here - at Enfilade this year I got a couple of 3 packs or the original lead tactical marines, and I have a few that never got painted in my official "Howling Frogs" paint scheme.
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In my case before the heat death of the universe ^___^.
That might be a little long... but I think we can still be generous. Does, say, 40,000 years sound good?
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I normally lurk here but this is a really interesting idea. I have gotten out my old Sisters Army and have started adding a few units. I think a squad of some Space Marines would be a good addition to them. I have some decent unpainted metal figures lying around plus some plastics which I will repaint.
Has anyone worked out what GW paints would work for this colour scheme?
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Checked out ebay and have an assault squad heading my way.
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I have some old metal Rogue Trader Marines that I finally got around to painting a couple of years ago - only to completely screw up the paint job.
I may sacrifice them to the Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner (or dettol depending on whether I used metal or plastic jump packs) and try again with this colour scheme.
No idea what they count as in the new fluff, so it'll be some sort of lost tribe thing ;D
No guarantees I finish before the heat death of the Universe, never mind 40,000 years (what is this, some kind of speed painting contest?), but I'll see what I can do...
edited to correct the brand of oven cleaner :D
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It's worth pointing out that if anyone is local to a GW store I believe they still give a free marine (I think a new big Primaris Marine) away for free if you ask for one - as a painting tutorial piece or whatever.
Thanks again for the tip Elbows. I walked into the Melbourne store at lunch time today, the dude (he was pretty chill) said he'd unfortunately run out of the Primaris Marine samples, but broke open a set of the Space Marines + Paint Set to give me the three Marines in them (slightly more animated than the three marine set). So that's bulked out my squad nicely.
Why has no-one mentioned vehicles yet? :D
Unfortunately I think my stock of SM vehicles had dried out - in which case I actually did manage to finish something!
But I do have a dread....
Same - though I have some spare Epic Space Marine vehicles...
Has anyone worked out what GW paints would work for this colour scheme?
#f6f6d6 - GW Kislev flesh
#999966 - Can't seem to find a conversion chart with a suggestion, GW Zandri Dust maybe?
#cccc99 - GW Ushabti Bone
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These were sprayed Zandri dust (most of the bases are unshaded). The bodies have had an agrax Earthshade wash. Green is Castellan, brown is mournfang.
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T8phQISu_l0/WRgdCwKzS-I/AAAAAAAACOA/eDqQoDG9sCUfhwIAS3oLcYHhv-jqho40wCLcB/s1600/cadiankillteam-05.png)
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How about the new snot Womble green:
https://www.games-workshop.com/en-NL/Base-death-guard-green-12ml (https://www.games-workshop.com/en-NL/Base-death-guard-green-12ml)
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I'll do a Lead Legionary for my Inq28s!
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In theory... as long as the chapter symbol was used... these marines could be in camouflage? Maybe?
I have some camouflaged Primaris Marines that are in the WIP stages... and they don't have a chapter yet... so maybe they can be 'Leaden Keep' marines?
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Yep, nothing stopping the chapter from adapting camouflage like the old days.
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Personally, I would keep the shoulder with the insignia in the chapter colours, even if that doesn't really make sense.
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Personally, I would keep the shoulder with the insignia in the chapter colours, even if that doesn't really make sense.
The thing is that the motif of the castle on the white moon will stand out quite nicely on any but a light background so would work very nicely on my dark(ish) camouflaged scheme:
(http://i.imgur.com/6Izo6ca.jpg)
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In theory... as long as the chapter symbol was used... these marines could be in camouflage? Maybe?
I have some camouflaged Primaris Marines that are in the WIP stages... and they don't have a chapter yet... so maybe they can be 'Leaden Keep' marines?
Camo would work well I reckon:
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Rather than a castle you could use the Greek letters Lamda/Alpha/Phi ?
Or maybe use that on kneepads?
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Citadel colours (painted on the back panel of a Crooked Dice MDF console - a plain white or black background would be better).
The Citadel colours are (vertically, left to right):
Castellan Green; Zandri Dust; Death Guard (Snot Womble) Green.
Rakarth Flesh; Bleached Bone (discontinued); Ceramite White; Pallid Wych Flesh; Rotting Flesh (discontinued); Castellan Green.
Bleached Bone (discontinued); Rakarth Flesh; Pallid Wych Flesh; Kislev Flesh; Rotting Flesh (discontinued).
"Daylight" fluorescent - no flash.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h02tjOTgauk/WV-3ljqHUxI/AAAAAAAACfs/k5H2maCdEDcU0IxEcDhudFQMtDbQubk4ACLcBGAs/s1600/colours-noflash.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - no flash - colour corrected on the white.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C91G7C7yLp8/WV-3pCmlRFI/AAAAAAAACfw/fwKy8r2hLvMXjerp9eeB8yXj4t9ogj4ggCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-noflash-whitebalance.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - flash.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zvImD5Zrwis/WV-5S3sHydI/AAAAAAAACf0/WxYB0lljBvcdyHU3xYW_8nDTfaFYgy5dwCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-flash.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - flash - colour balanced on the white.
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-neF_slNVkiY/WV-5VMtLnQI/AAAAAAAACf4/El3XSka7b6c-tToddHQ9fXm0jamwQROmwCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-flash-whitebalance.png)
The colours are repeated on the next post so that the two background colours can be compared.
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Please note this is NOT a double post, I am just comparing the colours to both background colours.
Citadel colours.
The Citadel colours are (vertically, left to right):
Castellan Green; Zandri Dust; Death Guard (Snot Womble) Green.
Rakarth Flesh; Bleached Bone (discontinued); Ceramite White; Pallid Wych Flesh; Rotting Flesh (discontinued); Castellan Green.
Bleached Bone (discontinued); Rakarth Flesh; Pallid Wych Flesh; Kislev Flesh; Rotting Flesh (discontinued).
"Daylight" fluorescent - no flash.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h02tjOTgauk/WV-3ljqHUxI/AAAAAAAACfs/k5H2maCdEDcU0IxEcDhudFQMtDbQubk4ACLcBGAs/s1600/colours-noflash.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - no flash - colour corrected on the white.
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C91G7C7yLp8/WV-3pCmlRFI/AAAAAAAACfw/fwKy8r2hLvMXjerp9eeB8yXj4t9ogj4ggCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-noflash-whitebalance.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - flash.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zvImD5Zrwis/WV-5S3sHydI/AAAAAAAACf0/WxYB0lljBvcdyHU3xYW_8nDTfaFYgy5dwCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-flash.png)
"Daylight" fluorescent - flash - colour balanced on the white.
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-neF_slNVkiY/WV-5VMtLnQI/AAAAAAAACf4/El3XSka7b6c-tToddHQ9fXm0jamwQROmwCLcBGAs/s1600/colours-flash-whitebalance.png)
Thank you for your time.
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From the above, the new Death Guard Green looks like a good match for the darker colour and the bone colour for the lighter colour.
Of course that might just be on my monitor (YMMV).
The very light colour does resemble the lamented Rotting Flesh.
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Thanks Ultravanillasmurf, so that's:
#f6f6d6
GW Rotting Flesh (discontinued) or Kislev Flesh
#999966
GW Death Guard Green
#cccc99
GW Bleached Bone (discontinued) or Ushabti Bone
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I've clarified the use of camouflage and the chapter symbol in low visibility form along with adding "Λ Α Φ" as a motto.
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Nobody has mention Nurgling Green, I did some experiments last night and thought that this was spot on for the dark colour. Yes I really miss Rotting Flesh, that would have been useful here.
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Nobody has mention Nurgling Green, I did some experiments last night and thought that this was spot on for the dark colour. Yes I really miss Rotting Flesh, that would have been useful here.
Nurgling green is a layer paint, Death Guard is a base. They are very similar.
Humbrol 90 is my replacement for Rotting flesh.
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Have to sort out the GW paints there. They seem to be easier to find than Vallejo - tried my usual 3 stores where they sell that range and they don't have Buff :(
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How about... 'close enough'?
If you have a paint that is close enough to the LAF scheme, use that :) . It saves being too precious and also enables a small amount of flexibility. The unifying item will always be the chapter symbol... you can't get the same paint on different planets, after all ;)
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I'm clearly a Vallejo guy, but I'll put this information up and amend as we move forward.
Inso - I think it's more for people that have nothing close (or who are colour blind) to get the closest colour.
Okay so the Space Marines I got yesterday are taller than the older Marines, but smaller than Primaris Marines. Is there somewhere that tells me the history of Space Marine miniatures? I found this:
http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Miniatures_(Space_Marines)
Must've dropped out of the game between third & fourth editions.
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Inso - I think it's more for people that have nothing close (or who are colour blind) to get the closest colour.
Very few people can hold a colour in their head, what looks close separately maybe very far apart when you actually compare them. Plus lighting has a major effect (see the colour swatches above).
I spent ages looking for a colour match to PSC German Tank spray (interesting selection of unused pots and bottles in my paint box). Of course Vallejo Dark Yellow (which I had) was what I was looking for, with the name it was easy to find.
I am told that men can only name five colours, four of which are magnolia. ^__^.
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I have a medic on a jetbike I can do. Also a tactical squad of beakies.
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Conversions done:
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d44sFWwbRM8/WWFm0tUodQI/AAAAAAAAAtE/wWoh09i4qzsErHZ-wO-F0EinSN5Ao3ZyQCEwYBhgL/s1600/Lead%2BLegion%2BMarine%2B02.JPG)
A little more on the blog:
https://donnerundblitzenwargaming.blogspot.com.au/2017/07/conversions-lead-legion-space-marines.html
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A round of applause for von Lucky, for showing us the first recruits for the Chapter. Mine are still taking a bath to get rid of their Ebay paint...
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Good stuff Von Lucky!
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Thanks guys - not yet painted. But we'll get there.
Okay so the Space Marines I got yesterday are taller than the older Marines, but smaller than Primaris Marines. Is there somewhere that tells me the history of Space Marine miniatures? I found this:
http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Miniatures_(Space_Marines)
Still confused why these guys sit between the older marines and the Primaris ones.
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A round of applause for von Lucky, for showing us the first recruits for the Chapter. Mine are still taking a bath to get rid of their Ebay paint...
Mine are en route from their previous chapter house. They have seen the light... Is that some sort of Space Marine heresy, changing chapters?
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Working for the one company your whole life isn't done in this century. Employees are more mobile.
But not too mobile to be labelled a heretic mercenary.
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Conversions done:
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d44sFWwbRM8/WWFm0tUodQI/AAAAAAAAAtE/wWoh09i4qzsErHZ-wO-F0EinSN5Ao3ZyQCEwYBhgL/s1600/Lead%2BLegion%2BMarine%2B02.JPG)
A little more on the blog:
https://donnerundblitzenwargaming.blogspot.com.au/2017/07/conversions-lead-legion-space-marines.html
Well done.
The use of Kroot bits has given me some ideas for my beastman guard.
Now to search out some Womble sprues from the pit of despair (more fun than painting black over Caliban Green).
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Thanks Ultravanillasmurf, so that's:
#f6f6d6
GW Rotting Flesh (discontinued) or Kislev Flesh
#999966
GW Death Guard Green
#cccc99
GW Bleached Bone (discontinued) or Ushabti Bone
ooh hey, I still have some rotting flesh and bleached bone around, I really like rotting flesh, I'm going to be as when that bottle reaches bottom.
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Company captains and other personalities:
1st company - The White Knight, Emperor's Champion
lol
I am honoured. 8)
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My chap is finished,bar the basing; photo(hopefully) on Tuesday. Might do his transport next,oh the digression.
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I'm still reading up on my Space Marine lore, I might have to bump you from the two roles (as in the Emperor's Champion/Company Champion and the 1st company captain aren't usually one and the same). What do you want to be? Or for the Lead Legion is this the case that they are one and the same?
At least I got the Admiral right:
http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Master_of_the_Fleet
And I'll make myself a sergeant in the 7th company.
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Good to hear Blackwolf!
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My chap is finished,bar the basing; photo(hopefully) on Tuesday. Might do his transport next,oh the digression.
Can't wait to see it ;)
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I have five Tac Marines ready for undercoating, led by Sgt. Punchy McBigfists
(https://s5.postimg.cc/y4spy804n/marineswip.jpg)
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The Lead Legion is formed of Space Marines from various chapters who are removed from their current service due to their consistent collecting of fiddly bits aboard the battle barge and an incessant need to tinker with and paint their power armour... lol
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My chap is finished,bar the basing; photo(hopefully) on Tuesday. Might do his transport next,oh the digression.
AND a transport, ya say?
Wooo-Hooo!
:D :D
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I have five Tac Marines ready for undercoating, led by Sgt. Punchy McBigfists
(https://s5.postimg.org/y4spy804n/marineswip.jpg)
lol love Sgt. Punchy McBigfists! lol
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Stood next to him is Brother Holdit
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The Lead Legion is formed of Space Marines from various chapters who are removed from their current service due to their consistent collecting of fiddly bits aboard the battle barge and an incessant need to tinker with and paint their power armour... lol
Yay!
Like Deathwatch, but fighting tiny alien invaders.
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Found a sprue with three sets of legs, two bodies and all the heads bar the mk6.
A start...
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I also will be adding a Demi-squad and the rest will be become power armoured Inquisitors armed various ways for shadow wars.
Standard demi with heavy bolter, flamer and sgt with power fist, ok with you?
All the best
Glen
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So - any news on the suggested transfers or shoulder pads with Chapter (Forum) emblem?
And: I am sorely tempted to make a Chaos SM version - these guys have replaced the chapter emblem with the mark of the elder god (yet another incarnation of Tzeentch), which is temptingly sitting next to the tower and moon....
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So - any news on the suggested transfers or shoulder pads with Chapter (Forum) emblem?
If anybody wants to have the decals printed by a custom printing service I can send them the file in any format required. (they are drawn in vectors)
I would need to track down a correct marine shoulder pad model since I don't have any on hand myself to measure up and 3d sculpt the symbol on.
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I would need to track down a correct marine shoulder pad model since I don't have any on hand myself to measure up and 3d sculpt the symbol on.
Equally, I need a metal version to sculpt on if I am going to try the traditional method with green stuff.....
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I'll be starting to assemble mine, but I'm short of pieces - so it'll be partial for a bit.
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The Lead Legion is formed of Space Marines from various chapters who are removed from their current service due to their consistent collecting of fiddly bits aboard the battle barge and an incessant need to tinker with and paint their power armour... lol
Upon release of their current service they are required to soak their power armour in either Simple Green or Dettol to remove any traces of their origins.
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YPU and Mason - I'll check my bits for shoulder pads. I have some but I don't know if I have a metal one. Will drop you guys a PM on Thursday (that's my day off).
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Upon release of their current service they are required to soak their power armour in either Simple Green or Dettol to remove any traces of their origins.
Precisely. Lead Legion marines may have served in two, three, sometimes as many as five other chapters previously. :D
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Do we have a colour scheme for vehicles?
I have a jetbike and I was thinking of doing it in the dark camo colour (which I hope to create by mixing Kahki and a bit of Luftwaffe green).
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I'm still reading up on my Space Marine lore, I might have to bump you from the two roles (as in the Emperor's Champion/Company Champion and the 1st company captain aren't usually one and the same). What do you want to be? Or for the Lead Legion is this the case that they are one and the same?
Champion probably works best then. :)
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I just realised I'd be a Dreadnought.
Not because of the firepower or unstoppability, but because Dreads are only activated and dragged out for important battles, and spend the rest of their time in hibernation... same as I do, coming up with new stuff only for the Build Something and LPL events as a rule ;D
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I have five Tac Marines ready for undercoating, led by Sgt. Punchy McBigfists
Which company do you prefer to serve in? And for others that plan to serve in the Lead Legion (I think we're going with this name), let me know.
Do we have a colour scheme for vehicles?
Use chapter colours or camo. There's a fair bit of flexibility.
Champion probably works best then. :)
Okay. Who will be 1st company captain? (General question to the group.)
I just realised I'd be a Dreadnought.
Done. Do you have one to paint? If so, which company do you prefer to serve in?
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I had to bring a selection of painting materials with me on our family summer vacation, and despite the time restraints, bad lighting and slight spousal frowning, I got this guy finished! It's a bit of a rushed paintjob and certainly not my best, but I'm still satisfied...
Please get acquainted with Veteran Scout Sergeant Plumbus Maximus! :D
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Great work, Daeothar! And you call that a rushed paintjob lol What colors did you end up using?
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Which company do you prefer to serve in? And for others that plan to serve in the Lead Legion (I think we're going with this name), let me know.
I'll take 5th (V's are easy to paint :P )
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Done. Do you have one to paint? If so, which company do you prefer to serve in?
Take your pick, I have no preference :D
And yes, I have a very old and battered one to (quite appropriately) repaint.
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Great work, Daeothar! And you call that a rushed paintjob lol What colors did you end up using?
Cheers :)
I ended up using just one of the paints you recommended. I left out Buff, as I found it too yellow in real life. Same with Light Flesh, which was too red.
VMC Khaki (and NOT VGC Khaki) was spot on though and for the lighter parts, I used VMC Stone Grey 70.884 with white, which matched much better in the end.
I shaded the Khaki with VMC USA Olive Drab 70.889, which works really well with the khaki.
To compound matters, I've already prepped his squad of 4 matching plastic scouts, so I might get some more painting in, the coming two weeks (but probably only when the rest of the family has retired for the night now... :D )
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Awesome work!
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Brilliant!
Love the personalised heraldry on his shoulder pad.
:-* :-*
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Cheers Paul.
His right shoulderpad shows the standard icon for scout squads (inverted triangle), where D is the squad's number and 1 his designation in the squad (any similarities with my Forum Avatar is obviously purely coincidental lol ). The skull represents his veteran status.
The left shoulderpad shows the chapter badge.
His kneepads respectively show the alchemical symbol for lead and an Iron Halo, awarded to those who show remarkable zeal and speed to fulfil their duty to the chapter.
His boltpistol is an ancient relic of the chapter, signified by the painted pattern, signifying its checkered past. The other side of the pistol shows the common PB award, for sending above average amounts of lead downrange.
The lead chest eagle also sports a gem captured in battle, possibly an Eldar Soulstone...
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Well, you could have, at least, put a little bit of thought into it, mate...........
;)
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lol
Just making it up as I go along... :D
Biggest inspiration was the little red booklet that came with a paint set back in the first years of the nineties; it described many icons and symbols in this way... ;)
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lol
Just making it up as I go along... :D
Biggest inspiration was the little red booklet that came with a paint set back in the first years of the nineties; it described many icons and symbols in this way... ;)
Fair enough.
But you did forget to tell us about his blue eyeshadow.
Was that from his New Romantic period?
:D
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He and his Wild Boys obviously are huge Duran Duran fans... :D
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He and his Wild Boys obviously are huge Duran Duran fans... :D
Well, that is the style for the rest of the squad sorted out then.
:D
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nice effort .
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Excellent paint job.
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Looks very rogue trader in all the best of ways. Love your free hand chapter symbol!
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A bit of a challenge for me but I'd like to put in a Tac squad with a Vet Sgt. 4th company. Will submit what I have when it is rounded up and assembled.
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Daeothar - lovely stuff.
Vanvlak - done.
Corporal Chaos - done.
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Unless I have some issues with the paint scheme I'll be doing a 10 man assault squad of 1st Company veterans with jump packs.
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Well if you need a few veteran sgts...... I'm your huckleberry. ;)
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Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf; (https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/vc/l8/vcl85nT6ZwfL.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/Rb/1P/Rb1PYX2lwqVE.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/BM/d4/BMd4iDkdBMpe.jpg)
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Outstanding, my good man!
:-* :-*
That fella really does look like a proper veteran.
Lovely weathering.
8) 8)
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Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf; (https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/vc/l8/vcl85nT6ZwfL.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/Rb/1P/Rb1PYX2lwqVE.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/BM/d4/BMd4iDkdBMpe.jpg)
Perfectly appropriate Guy!
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Excellent painting.
I have only managed to assemble one figure.
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1EGzoN5Ypck/WWR6M6Z9x3I/AAAAAAAACgU/m6l3ZHbBej8HrrsCMmviFhboDg9MUqh2ACLcBGAs/s1600/leadwomble1-1.png)
It was undercoated (not literally) over breakfast.
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Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf; (https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/vc/l8/vcl85nT6ZwfL.jpg)
That's some outstanding work: much more modern than my (purposely) RT style job. Also: much better... :D
What colours did you end up using?
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VMC Khaki (and NOT VGC Khaki) was spot on though and for the lighter parts, I used VMC Stone Grey 70.884 with white, which matched much better in the end.
I shaded the Khaki with VMC USA Olive Drab 70.889, which works really well with the khaki.
To confirm (I'll also state awardwards it's VMC references in OP):
(https://i.imgur.com/062q1dH.png)
#f6f6d6
VMC Stone Grey 70.884 with white
#999966
VMC Khaki shaded with VMC USA Olive Drab 70.889
#cccc99
Not used.
Unless I have some issues with the paint scheme I'll be doing a 10 man assault squad of 1st Company veterans with jump packs.
Added to the list.
Well if you need a few veteran sgts...... I'm your huckleberry. ;)
Done.
Veteran Sergeant Blackwolf
Really well done.
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I've started some preliminary work on the 3d shoulder pads, and would hereby like to apply for the position of techmarine.
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Blackwolf - that guy is superb!
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I've started some preliminary work on the 3d shoulder pads, and would hereby like to apply for the position of techmarine.
Apparently that's already me ;D
I even have a RT beaky techmarine winging its way to me as I type :D
Any idea on Foundry equivalents for the colours?
cheers
James
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Late and slow to jump abrouad on this... Great idea and awesome veteran sergeant by Blackwolf! :-*
I have three new Primaris Reivers marines to dedicate to this if that's ok? Painting will be slow and I do plan to convert the minis a bit. If there is no need for them I could also start an traitorous version of the Lead Legion, the Lead Plague Legion (LPL!!! ;) ) Hmm.. I think I will start them in any case :D
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Late and slow to jump abrouad on this... Great idea and awesome veteran sergeant by Blackwolf! :-*
I have three new Primaris Reivers marines to dedicate to this if that's ok? Painting will be slow and I do plan to convert the minis a bit. If there is no need for them I could also start an traitorous version of the Lead Legion, the Lead Plague Legion (LPL!!! ;) ) Hmm.. I think I will start them in any case :D
Or Lead Rot Legion :o :o :o :o
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Beautiful, Blackwolf - I love the servo-skull, and the pose is perfect. Is the head one of the old GW White Wolf heads from the Empire Knights sprue that was? It's perfect, wherever it came from.
So, I'd be interested in doing a squad (that's five models, right?) of Terminators - although Blackwolf's veteran will be a tough act to follow! My idea is that they can be used for Space Hulk (as I've wanted to put together my own board for Space Hulk for a while now). If there are too many Terminator squads, I'll do either a Tactical Squad (ten models, right?), or a Scout Squad. I don't mind which, really - the first would be used for Shadow War: Armageddon, and the second for general sci-fi stuff, so I'd be happy with either if the Termies are a no-go.
Once again, what an excellent idea this is!
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Or Lead Rot Legion :o :o :o :o
Very good.
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Or Lead Rot Legion :o :o :o :o
Very good.
Indeed, that sounds more fitting but the LPL refers to LAF quite directly ;) Maybe the chapter is called the Lead Plague Legion but are referred to as Lead Rotters :)
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Thanks fellas :) Colours are canonical ;),as per Von Lucky; and the head is from the Frostgrave barbarians. Got his transport built,just have to organise painting and a pilot...
Good stuff chaps!
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Apparently that's already me ;D
You're Master of the Forge; there's plenty of Techmarines in the Legion though. Plenty! (Added you YPU. Actually, what does YPU stand for out of curiousity?)
I even have a RT beaky techmarine winging its way to me as I type :D
Any idea on Foundry equivalents for the colours?
W00t! For Foundry colours this might help:
https://www.brookhursthobbies.com/paintingclinic/clinic/guestarticles/citfoundrypaintchart.htm
#f6f6d6 - 8c maybe?
#999966 - 28B maybe?
#cccc99 - 9B
I have three new Primaris Reivers marines to dedicate to this if that's ok? Painting will be slow and I do plan to convert the minis a bit.
The more the merrier - and take your time. It's all of us pitching in with miniatures and fluff that will shape this chapter.
So, I'd be interested in doing a squad (that's five models, right?) of Terminators
Usually five, yes - but can be more as part of the chapter fluff or less to reflect attrition, etc.
If there are too many Terminator squads, I'll do either a Tactical Squad (ten models, right?), or a Scout Squad.
No - the fluff is what we make it. And yes, usually 10 to a squad.
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I've started some preliminary work on the 3d shoulder pads, and would hereby like to apply for the position of techmarine.
I shall also have a metal pad in my mitts by this evening, so I can have a crack at sculpting one.
Of course, if yours works perfectly well and is economic to produce I can save myself the time.
:D ;)
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You're Master of the Forge; there's plenty of Techmarines in the Legion though. Plenty! (Added you YPU. Actually, what does YPU stand for out of curiousity?)
Ah, that's a bit of a difference then, I'll have to get my thinking cap on :)
cheers
James
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Do your homework ;)
http://warhammer40k.wikia.com/wiki/Master_of_the_Forge
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Do your homework ;)
http://warhammer40k.wikia.com/wiki/Master_of_the_Forge
Shit, I now have a Techpriest winging it's way to me now. Quite a pricey one as well ::) lol
cheers
James
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Heard recently through the door of the Master of the Forge's dressing room....
'So, Bruno, what do you think...the red velvet robes with the gold chased mechadendrites?'
'Oh, not that kind of party, eh?'
'The sequinned Mk 8 power armour with the pink Gyrinx stole it is then....'
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Excellent - thanks, von Lucky. Just goes to show how good this idea is, that somebody like me who knows almost nothing about Space Marines wants to paint some! Five terminators it is!
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I shall also have a metal pad in my mitts by this evening, so I can have a crack at sculpting one.
Of course, if yours works perfectly well and is economic to produce I can save myself the time.
:D ;)
Ok, guess I don't need to search for shoulderpads since you and YPU already have them lol
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Ok, guess I don't need to search for shoulderpads since you and YPU already have them lol
Sorry, mate.
I should have told you.....
::)
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Sorry, mate.
I should have told you.....
::)
No problem, I couldn't search for them until tomorrow, lol. Guess I'll take the day to assemble my Marines.
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Finished a Librarian last night.
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Finished a Librarian last night.
Nice one. :) Photos?
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I gave in and ordered a Master of the Forge type figure from Forge World ::)
I can't help myself sometimes...
cheers
James
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You're Master of the Forge; there's plenty of Techmarines in the Legion though. Plenty! (Added you YPU. Actually, what does YPU stand for out of curiousity?)
I should say in my signature. ;D
Ok, guess I don't need to search for shoulderpads since you and YPU already have them lol
Actually don't have any yet, I started the line tracing of the symbol first.
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(https://s5.postimg.cc/u6xn3gdd3/lib.jpg)
Librarian Mightius Flipius
(Not a fan of the greens at all)
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Nice work. We'll need a gallary page at some point (or slip them all into the OP). This could get into the hundreds of pics eventually. :D
PS: And while unlikely here in the states...I'm looking forward to the secret hand-shake nature of this. If you stumble upon someone playing a game with a squad or figure rocking the colours/shoulder pads of the Lead Legion, you've found a compatriot! :D
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I should say in my signature. ;D
Actually don't have any yet, I started the line tracing of the symbol first.
Ok then, send me your address by PM and I'll send you a shoulderpad ;) A plain one should be the best, no?
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So is anyone planning on mass producing these shoulder pads or do I need to steel myself for trying to hand paint ten of them? (gulp) I've looked around and can't find a suitable one via any of the shops.
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So is anyone planning on mass producing these shoulder pads or do I need to steel myself for trying to hand paint ten of them? (gulp) I've looked around and can't find a suitable one via any of the shops.
That is the plan, sir.
;)
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I gave in and ordered a Master of the Forge type figure from Forge World ::)
Weak :P (there seems to be a fair few of us)
I should say in my signature. ;D
Duh.
Librarian Mightius Flipius
(Not a fan of the greens at all)
Very nice. The greens are very un-Space Marine-like, but then this place is a little different from others.
(or slip them all into the OP).
Already been doing this with the painted ones, I can set up a new thread with all the work in progress/gallery images etc.
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Gallery of converted and painted space marines here:
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=102295.0
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As a previous post I made, Punchy McBigfists should be in the 5th Company.
Scouts are part of the 10th Company
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Is there going to be a painting club type badge for this? (asks he who is unlikely to get anything done before the end of the year ;D)
If there is, the tower icon would seem the most appropriate
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Yeah, if it became a painting club, the badge is almost too easy...Chapter insignia. :D
Now, who's good with photoshop? It'd be awesome to see graphical representations of the Chapter (i.e. "here's what a librarian of the Chapter looks like"). Nothing to be used as a hard and fast guide-line, but just some silliness would be nice. Basically the GW-esque colour plates. I'm also anxious to see what the Chapter Master etc. end up looking like.
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It'd be awesome to see graphical representations of the Chapter (i.e. "here's what a librarian of the Chapter looks like"). Nothing to be used as a hard and fast guide-line, but just some silliness would be nice. Basically the GW-esque colour plates. I'm also anxious to see what the Chapter Master etc. end up looking like.
Here you go: link (http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/smpbeta.php). If you click on "wargear" button, there's loads of bits and bobs you can add to make veterans, different armour marks, robes, weapons, etc. :)
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Amazing stuff chaps.
Could there be a collated thread or gallery for all the pics?
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There already is one :)
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=102295.0 (http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=102295.0)
Von lucky has kindly compiled it.
cheers
James
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Yeah, if it became a painting club, the badge is almost too easy...Chapter insignia. :D
Now, who's good with photoshop? It'd be awesome to see graphical representations of the Chapter (i.e. "here's what a librarian of the Chapter looks like"). Nothing to be used as a hard and fast guide-line, but just some silliness would be nice. Basically the GW-esque colour plates. I'm also anxious to see what the Chapter Master etc. end up looking like.
Librarian's, Techmarines (and vehicle crews) and Chaplains seem to have a universal colour scheme across all chapters.
Librarian = Blue save for one arm in the chapter color)
Tech Marines = Red, due to the allegiance to the priesthood of Mars
Chaplains = Black
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Librarian's, Techmarines (and vehicle crews) and Chaplains seem to have a universal colour scheme across all chapters.
Librarian = Blue save for one arm in the chapter color)
Tech Marines = Red, due to the allegiance to the priesthood of Mars
Chaplains = Black
There are however some chapters which have special variants of these, which have more chapter specific looks.
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There are however some chapters which have special variants of these, which have more chapter specific looks.
Are we going to come up with one then? How about quartered with the Chapter colours?
cheers
James
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I see it as the Space Wolves, we're all a little bit unique. My guys will have bare metal helmets with purple fur (for the 7th company).
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My squad is assembled...but I'm missing a handful of shoulder pads, and my heads...oh and some jump packs. FINE, I lied. They're not assembled. Close enough though to start priming!
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I see it as the Space Wolves, we're all a little bit unique.
I think this is the easiest option.
That will we can all be a little individual whilst keeping within a theme.
I have moved away from a five man squad to an individual now.
(I have to use that Primaris Lt that I bought out of curiosity somehow....).
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I have a couple of old leads that I am planning on using - probably a 4-some, as I always felt that the quad was a superior formation to 5s or 10s. To me, 4 or 6 make the most sense tactically.
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I guess I need to break out some RT era figures I've had stashed. Pretty sure I have an old metal medic ;)
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As much as the new Primaris marines do look very nice (thanks Agis!), I still think these are awesome!
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I love the aesthetics of the old minis, but the sculpt quality was often really poor. I spend a lot of time trying to source and build plastic versions of the old aesthetic.
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Some of those poor guys are waist-height on a primaris lol
I keep thinking about digging up the oldest marines in my collection to contribute to this but they are either the old Legion of the Damned (not sure of their year, 96?) or some metal Death Company which are about 95 I think.
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Here's Dreadnought me progressing slowly.
One of you might recognise him as I had bought him from a forum member, and he's third or fourth hand I think. I'd never gotten round to painting him.
Added a few bits, now needs a bit of sealer in a few places, some further cleaning up and some distressing.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/29/1107_16_07_17_5_29_45.JPG)
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He looks like he's seen better days... :D
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Here's Dreadnought me progressing slowly.
Sounds like a line from a children's book, "The Little Venerable Dreadnought". lol (I've added him to the gallery)
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Found enough old bits to throw this guy together:
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20108376_1666186123416186_227039420031969371_n.jpg?oh=bdddf79628af8e44346faeff82b99650&oe=5A0686B4)
I'll need a couple of paints to finish him, so he may be a while. Not sure what he is or does yet because I was never too much up on the Marine lore. Might make him an apothecary given that I'm a therapist?
"Medicus Animi Ratea Gallus"? If I'm allowed to use actual Latin rather than the GW faux-Latin?
Will get back to you.
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I like that kitbash. Is that an eldar power fist? It works well.
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Nope, that's the old standard plastic power first from the early 90's - late 90's.
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Sounds like a line from a children's book, "The Little Venerable Dreadnought". lol (I've added him to the gallery)
Thank you. It's The Littlest Venerable Dreadnought, actually.
Once upon a time brave Space Marine Vanvlak
was bitten by a Tyranid
and sat on by a Gargant
and webbed by a Warp Spider
and bombarded by ten little Tau suits standing in a row.
Mr Apothecary came along in his nice white armour.
"Poor Space Marine Vanvlak!" said the Chapter Master.
"Can you do something to make him feel better please?"
"Yes!" said the man,
and he swept up all the little bits left of poor Vanvlak and put them in a bucket,
and he took the bucket to the nearest Techmarine (in his nice red armour).
Together they put Vanvlak inside a giant dreadnought!
It was big!
It was beige!
It had twin linked lascannons and a power claw and a flamer!
So Dreadnought Vanvlak was bigger and stronger than Vanvlak ever was,
and he fought for ten thousand years (although he slept through most of them!)
and in the end he became venerable dreadnought Vanvlak.
That is my story!
And Dreadnought me is progressing along nicely!
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I really tried to ignore this thread...but at last I could not resist. ;D
What a cool idea, a Forum with its own Space Marine Legion :o
Time to start with a Tactical Squad for Space Hulk.
(http://abload.de/img/leadleg02x3ult.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=leadleg02x3ult.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/leadleg03x1unn.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=leadleg03x1unn.jpg)(http://abload.de/img/leadleg01kxu7e.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=leadleg01kxu7e.jpg)
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Excellent work there Tellus!
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Excellent work there Tellus!
Indeed.
Very smooth.
:-*
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Lovely addition there Tellus :)
This arrived today...
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/29/2619_17_07_17_9_33_25.JPG)
Will hopefully assemble him and prime tomorrow.
cheers
James
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Thank you guys!
This one looks good James, I'm looking forward how it will turn out, Master Mechanicus :)
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Well i got some reivers, So I can add some lanky stealth to the chapter.
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Welcome Tellus, excellent work!
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@ Tellus; great work! I love the mix of RTB01 parts too 8)
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Thank you!
It's always good to have something beaky at hand :D
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Rejoice, a new brother joins the ranks of the Lead Legion!
I primed this model ages ago, having failed to remove most mould lines it seems. Still, glad he finally got a coat of paint. I used GW's old rotting flesh, and army painters uniform green, I think they work rather nicely for this.
(http://i.imgur.com/6CBwmzS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mk7PT4J.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Rl58TZn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qCL9PWI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZiErm5A.jpg)
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Looks good 8)
cheers
James
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My Assault squad has arrived. It's mostly primed as well so I'll be getting some paint on it some time soon.
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"Medicus Animi Ratea Gallus"? If I'm allowed to use actual Latin rather than the GW faux-Latin?
He looks good and yes, you can do whatever you want. I've added him to the gallery. What company (2nd - 9th do you want to be attached to?
That is my story!
And Dreadnought me is progressing along nicely!
lol and good to hear.
Time to start with a Tactical Squad for Space Hulk.
Lovely stuff, the colours really pop. Added to the gallery - what company would you like your guys to be part of?
Rejoice, a new brother joins the ranks of the Lead Legion!
Well done - he's also a most excellent dude (so you're also doing a terminator squad?). The more I see this, the more I'm going to use Rotting Flesh too. Added him to the gallery too.
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Well done - he's also a most excellent dude (so you're also doing a terminator squad?). The more I see this, the more I'm going to use Rotting Flesh too. Added him to the gallery too.
Nah I dug this one up for shadow wars armageddon. I'm still trying to decide how I will paint the actual scout marines, probably rotting flesh cloth and green armor plates.
So here is some suggested chapter fluff:
The lead legion has a more individualistic streak than the average space marine chapter. This is in part due to the fact that its members are all required and encouraged to study the history and science of warfare in all its forms, both current, historical and Xenos. The chapter encourages open discussion on these topics and the path of the chapter as a whole, in what is called the "great Forum". Because each member specialised in a small number of styles and periods of warfare the chapter is also divided in "sub-fora" Much of the armor and styling of the chapter varies from sub-fora to sub-fora. However, any particular battle squad is not necessarily made up of members of the same forum, instead mixing different specialisations together to capitalise on the variety of skills and tactics they are specialised in. Such a wide and divergent study of warfare does potentially lead to conflict within the chapter, or worse corruption by the foul Xenos or chaos forces. To combat this the chapters chaplains, known as "Moderati", keep a close watch on their particular forum.
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So here is some suggested chapter fluff:
The lead legion has a more individualistic streak than the average space marine chapter. This is in part due to the fact that its members are all required and encouraged to study the history and science of warfare in all its forms, both current, historical and Xenos. The chapter encourages open discussion on these topics and the path of the chapter as a whole, in what is called the "great Forum". Because each member specialised in a small number of styles and periods of warfare the chapter is also divided in "sub-fora" Much of the armor and styling of the chapter varies from sub-fora to sub-fora. However, any particular battle squad is not necessarily made up of members of the same forum, instead mixing different specialisations together to capitalise on the variety of skills and tactics they are specialised in. Such a wide and divergent study of warfare does potentially lead to conflict within the chapter, or worse corruption by the foul Xenos or chaos forces. To combat this the chapters chaplains, known as "Moderati", keep a close watch on their particular forum.
Wow, that is cool. If you keep on writing stuff like that, you´ll finally talk me into painting a Space Marine (which I never did before)... ::)
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@YPU
This one is very nice, indeed.
@ Von Lucky
Glad you like him.
I 'm a bit rusty on the background stuff and don't know if there is something special about the 10th? But this would be my favorite one, because at the moment I'm painting republican Romans for the Punic wars and I'm pretending that they're the 10th Legion (despite the cannae disaster :D ).
Ok, strike that, I found there's only 9 Company's. So I would like to be under the command of Captain Hazels 3rd Coy.
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YPU - I liked "Moderati" as a collective noun for the leaders in the chapter. Everything else was a bit naf :P
Michi - I would love to see your take on something Space Marine.
Tellus - the 10th is the scout company. I've added you to the third, and I've added the typical organisation chart (note that not all Space Marine Chapters follow this) in the OP to assist us who are not familar with it:
https://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/warhammer40k/images/8/84/Space_Marine_Chapter_Organisation_Table.png/revision/latest?cb=20130915211407
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Von Lucky- thank you ... missed that somehow o_o :D
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The lead legion has a more individualistic streak than the average space marine chapter. This is in part due to the fact that its members are all required and encouraged to study the history and science of warfare in all its forms, both current, historical and Xenos. The chapter encourages open discussion on these topics and the path of the chapter as a whole, in what is called the "great Forum". Because each member specialised in a small number of styles and periods of warfare the chapter is also divided in "sub-fora" Much of the armor and styling of the chapter varies from sub-fora to sub-fora. However, any particular battle squad is not necessarily made up of members of the same forum, instead mixing different specialisations together to capitalise on the variety of skills and tactics they are specialised in. Such a wide and divergent study of warfare does potentially lead to conflict within the chapter, or worse corruption by the foul Xenos or chaos forces. To combat this the chapters chaplains, known as "Moderati", keep a close watch on their particular forum.
This is great. Love it.
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YPU - I liked "Moderati" as a collective noun for the leaders in the chapter. Everything else was a bit naf :P
A bit LAF? Why thank you. ;D
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Hah. I subconciously wrote "laf" originally.
YPU, would you be happy with minor edits to:
The Lead Legion has a more individualistic streak than chapters that follow the strict organisation and doctrines as laid in the Codex Astartes. This is in part due to the Legion's space marines are required from their induction into the chapter of studying the history and science of warfare in all its forms, both current, historical and Xenos. The chapter encourages open discussion on these topics and the path of the chapter as a whole, in what is called the Great Forum. Because each member specialises in a small number of styles and periods of warfare the chapter is also divided into "sub-fora". Much of the armor and styling of the chapter varies between sub-fora. However, any particular battle squad is not necessarily made up of members of the same forum, instead mixing different specialisations together to capitalise on the variety of skills and tactics. Such a wide and divergent study of warfare does potentially lead to conflict within the chapter, or worse corruption by the foul Xenos or chaos forces. To prevent this from occuring, the chapter leaders (known collectively as the Moderati) keep a close watch over the chapter's debates and discussions.
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I also found about 10 of these guys (glued to either the torsos or legs of the old GW skeletons... it was the 90s):
(https://www.teef.net/oddsandsods/woti.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7067/6910892018_965c764bcd.jpg)
And a few extra marine characters to make up everything for the company command. I might even throw in a Rhino. This is all slow-burn, want to get 4-5 guys done first.
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Hah. I subconciously wrote "laf" originally.
YPU, would you be happy with minor edits to:
The Lead Legion has a more individualistic streak than chapters that follow the strict organisation and doctrines as laid in the Codex Astartes. This is in part due to the Legion's space marines are required from their induction into the chapter of studying the history and science of warfare in all its forms, both current, historical and Xenos. The chapter encourages open discussion on these topics and the path of the chapter as a whole, in what is called the Great Forum. Because each member specialises in a small number of styles and periods of warfare the chapter is also divided into "sub-fora". Much of the armor and styling of the chapter varies between sub-fora. However, any particular battle squad is not necessarily made up of members of the same forum, instead mixing different specialisations together to capitalise on the variety of skills and tactics. Such a wide and divergent study of warfare does potentially lead to conflict within the chapter, or worse corruption by the foul Xenos or chaos forces. To prevent this from occuring, the chapter leaders (known collectively as the Moderati) keep a close watch over the chapter's debates and discussions.
Works for me, this whole thing is a collaborative effort, and I would hope that by the time a couple of members have edited added to and refined to my first draft of an idea it would be different from that first draft, and superior.
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Cool - didn't want to offend.
And we know that every now and then the Moderati have to step in. I'm just embarrassed by the time the Lead Legion fought in the Majunche IV campaign with the Space Wolves. They told of their drinking games (http://warhammer40k.wikia.com/wiki/Fenrisian_Ale), we told of our debates that get sometimes locked down. lol
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Don't know if it has been already discussed by thought to post anyways... You the lot in charge decide whether appropriate or not for this project.
Pictured three minis from the aeons old GW game Star Fleet (or something like that). Perfect vessels for the Lead Legion fleet, IMHO. The left and right one have no names yet, but I thought to name the middle one as Vetus Plumbum (Old Lead) :)
(http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?action-gallery;sa=view;id=29164)
edit: pic is in LAF gallery, didn't manage to link it properly...
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I haven't seen the ships - but there's no reason the Lead Legion can't expand to Epic, Space Hulk, etc. Heck you could even throw a shoulder pad on a Deathwatch guy.
I am making progress on my assault squad (still missing heads and backpacks). Man, painting 10 models sucks, and I've forgotten how much I dislike painting marines.
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Don't know if it has been already discussed by thought to post anyways... You the lot in charge decide whether appropriate or not for this project.
Pictured three minis from the aeons old GW game Star Fleet (or something like that). Perfect vessels for the Lead Legion fleet, IMHO. The left and right one have no names yet, but I thought to name the middle one as Vetus Plumbum (Old Lead) :)
Fixed it for you:
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/29/7015_21_07_17_7_49_09.jpg)
(When viewing an image in the gallery, right click (mouse) over the image to "view Image" to get the ".jpg" URL. You can then add the "[img]" tags.)
I have added an image of the fleet to the gallery and this thread. One ship was already "The Lead Zepplin" (maybe that's the one on the right?), leaving the one on the left without a name. The "Cthulhu"? I have no idea what the sailing ship in the page banner is.
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Found the Stuff of Legends listing for Space Fleet:
http://www.solegends.com/citsfleet/imperial.htm
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And some background on BoLS:
http://www.belloflostsouls.net/2017/02/retro-gws-first-space-combat-game-space-fleet.html
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Finished two more marines,and transport; photos in the next couple of days...
Also started up Sergeant Blackwolf's heretical entourage,V. Rogue Trader :D He of course will need a battle barge,name suggestions for this rogue amongst rogues?
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I am making progress on my assault squad (still missing heads and backpacks). Man, painting 10 models sucks, and I've forgotten how much I dislike painting marines.
Yep, me too. I'm only doing a 5 man assault squad and finding it quite a chore compared to some other things I have on the go.
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I'm copying Blackwolf's technique of not being too clean (love that terminator). Dry brushing 4 guys in brown right now. Found an ancient pot of rotting flesh (must be 15+ years old). Added some water a week ago and will dabble it on.
Blackwolf - can't help you with a name, but definitely looking forward to photos.
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To reply to Von Lucky's question on the primaris marines (made in the model topic), I assume the correct and useful implementation of them is a hotly discussed topic in the Fora of the chapter. lol
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Why is it that I imagine the Primaris chaps are a bit slow...?
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Because they are really Ogryns in disguise?
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Why is it that I imagine the Primaris chaps are a bit slow...?
Well, the whole marine creation process is pretty much steroids, right? lol
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I have no idea what the sailing ship in the page banner is.
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(A bit) more serious here: considering the
sailboat schooner in the banner, how about a play on the Flying Dutchman: the Lying Leadman? Because admit it; we've all smuggled new additions into the leadpile in without the missus' knowledge... :D
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So after a long period, here is the first of my Lead Legion marines.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-j4kqDs4B9PI/WXpZq7YHRrI/AAAAAAAACiM/gnPPB93gdagxImgxQ_HOGa7ZiKoVJNlwwCLcBGAs/s1600/leadwomble3.png)
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-62icr9_ZmDk/WXpZrE7zezI/AAAAAAAACiQ/9OwABEBaWSUcmiTE5_23mU9GhSCWSJHOgCLcBGAs/s1600/leadwomble4.png)
Though he is wearing his grade one armour maintenance rosette, he has been fighting hard and has not had enough time to perform the rituals of maintenance.
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BTmLeLO5Gqs/WXpZru_uzVI/AAAAAAAACiY/li54sorbPeIhZYcuuhIfRrLiWoYI1530QCLcBGAs/s1600/leadwomble5.png)
Now to find enough sprues with bits for the rest of the squad ^___^ without actually opening a new box.
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Another great reminder that I need to start working on my Marines, lol
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Great work on that guy. Mine are still waiting for parts (sigh)
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Thanks.
What I want to know is why I have bits of marine scattered over so many sprues. I do not mean the odd gun, pouch or exotic head, but lots of sprues with one set of legs, two chest fronts, no chest backs and odd arms.
I blame the templars for the chest back shortage.
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Looking good Ultravanillasmurf - he's been added to the gallery.
I started mine last weekend so much detail on the miniatures (I usually paint 15mm), so it's taking me a little longer than I thought. Plus I get easily distracted.
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Nutters... lol
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Here we go
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/kG/QI/kGQIAuY5sCd2.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/0T/Yh/0TYhjWqJufDJ.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/M7/PB/M7PBe1Rsd9lX.jpg)
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/360/2y/fT/2yfTDF84Y4sf.jpg)
The two ladies are part of his growing RT entourage.
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:o :o
Bloody brilliant, mate.
Love 'em all!
:-* :-*
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Superb work! Love the photos!
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Stunning, nice work.
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Thanks fellas.
May have to take some single shots,for some reason Myalbum compresses the photos...
(https://storage.googleapis.com/files-as.myalbum.io/photo/540/M7/PB/M7PBe1Rsd9lX.jpg)
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It worked!
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Ooh, they are very nice. Lovely set up too.
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Nice indeed
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Nicely done 8) 8)
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Friggin' awesome. And lovely Stormwolf too. That's going straight to the pool room.
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Neat.
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Painted, but need to figure out the shoulder pad detail. As I know nothing about SM lore, I'm not sure what the "traditional" Apothacary designations would be. Also, don't trust my freehand for the chapter logo.
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20770439_1695810987120366_6194912346594947270_n.jpg?oh=e1d62f9f8583559da85c29779a4a5661&oe=5A268E50)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20840798_1695810917120373_5014545523226824051_n.jpg?oh=f38e0a8a527a98484da943d85e28b6bd&oe=5A221B2A)
Turns out I hate painting these guys, so no more from me. ;)
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Yeah, about those custom decals...
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Hat Guy - still nicely done. I have stalled with my 4, there's definitely more detail than I remember (doesn't help I mostly paint 15mm). But still an honoured inclusion into the club.
About those club-like badges...
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Mine are still waiting on jump packs and I'm too poor/lazy to sort them out. :D
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I'm starting to get the idea like the idea of a LAF spacemarine chapter, but are slowly discovering that we do in fact, not like space marines themselves.
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I'll probably end up locating a nice metal oldhammer marine and just do that if I can't muster the packs for these guys soon. I'm not a giant marine fan - but I like my Chaos force and will finish it.
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Hi, all! I mostly live over in the Cthulhu/Strange Aeons subs, but this thread caught my attention today. Hope you guys haven't stalled out completely, as it's a really fun idea.
Having never been interested enough in the SMs to make a big force, I have a handful of older models that I've been looking for an excuse to paint, and you've got me ready to roll, especially after YPU's little fluff bit about the forum/sub fora society of the legion. That was damned clever, man.
To that end, I have the following little guys to contribute-
2nd ed: tech marine, terminator lexicanium w/force axe, mkVII standard bearer.
Black Reach/ Vedros: captain, tac sergeant, terminator sergeant, dreadnought, a few tac marines.
If someone wants to assign me a company, let me know because when I opened my shoebox of spess mehreens, I also found my super rad old RT-era "space marine painting guide" that came in one of the old citadel paint sets from when I was a kid. Noticed a few of you guys discussing oldhammer squad markings, etc. and that little pamphlet has all the RT mkVI helmet and armor badges for different ranks and specialties (and sweet 80s hot rod flames on salamanders). If anyone wants a look, let me know.
Anyway, thanks for lighting a fire, guys. Hope everyone else is still cooking something up.
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Thanks! I'm glad that little bit of writing is liked.
I'm currently working on a scout group for shadow war which will be in Lead Legion colours.
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First Space Muppet I've slapped paint on in donks... loads more to do; weathering and iconography et cetera but getting there
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4386/36802512951_955f7beb5f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Y57uVn)
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Nice work!
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Lovely stuff (loving that chest eagle work).
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Very nice, Dags 8) 8) 8)
Meanwhile - have I won the 'arms' race? ;)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36143733384_c5739e20b1_c.jpg)
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Very nice, Dags 8) 8) 8)
Meanwhile - have I won the 'arms' race? ;)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36143733384_c5739e20b1_c.jpg)
Where did you get them? :o
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Where did you get them? :o
:D
I used the image at the start of this thread (the one without the white background) and printed them out on transfer paper. I still need to fix them with varnish spray, but it should work as I have already tested it successfully.
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I intended to paint a few Space Marines but with trying to rebase my Sisters Army, adding more units and vehicles to it I don't think that I will get around to Marines anytime soon. Really like the idea still. I have also my other projects that have to take priority.
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:D
I used the image at the start of this thread (the one without the white background) and printed them out on transfer paper. I still need to fix them with varnish spray, but it should work as I have already tested it successfully.
I think you won "most prints of YPU's work" record holder in one fell swoop. lol
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I think you won "most prints of YPU's work" record holder in one fell swoop. lol
Over 600 so far... uh-oh, are you going to sue? :o :o
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Very nice, Dags 8) 8) 8)
Meanwhile - have I won the 'arms' race? ;)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36143733384_c5739e20b1_c.jpg)
These are based on one of YPU's designs on this thread.
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They do look sweet! :D
Have you had a chance to try them on already?
Any chance to get 10 of those? ;)
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Tiny update on the transfer front - I fixed and tested the transfers at last, and they work.
Will be mailing them as soon as I find time to dash to the Post Office, hopefully by Tuesday at the latest. :D
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Looking forwards to that!
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By the way - there are two small sheets in each envelope, so don't throw one out by mistake!
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Ooh! Can't wait! :D
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Ooh! Can't wait! :D
Me too!
Which means I will have to finish painting my RT combat squad soon, I guess......
::) ;)
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They arrived, looking good!
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Someone's been busy:
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=117635.msg1551850#msg1551850
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Aarch; Karsten beat me to it! lol
(http://www.d1-games.com/ForumPics/Gaming/LeadLegion/LeadLegionScoutsSquad.jpg)
Full write up via the link provided above... :D
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(http://www.d1-games.com/ForumPics/Gaming/LeadLegion/LeadLegionScoutsSquad.jpg)
A brave deed that paintjob!
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I'm trying to 3d print a space marine force for epic 40k, and while deciding on what color scheme I might go for.. well.
(https://i.imgur.com/EtEqHdG.jpg)
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I'm so very happy to see this thread resurrected. :D :D :D
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:o
How did I not know this was happening? I know I've not been round a lot lately, but I'd completely missed it!
I've recently finished my Space Marine Battle Company (only 4 editions late, so I know nothing of the 'Primaris Marines' of which you speak) so I'm sure I have a few spare marine models (Scouts, Power Armoured Marines, maybe even a couple of Terminators) kicking around that can be pressed into service.
Is there an overall list of which Companies, and which Squads from those Companies, have been bagsied already? And more importantly, which have been done?
The general organisation seems to be based on the Codex, but we're using our own Company iconography, is that correct?
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OK, supplementary questions/comments - based on my understanding of Space Marine organisation from 4th-5th Edition.
We seem to be pretty-much following the Codex. This implies organisation into 10 Companies and 100 Squads (each Squad is commanded by a Sergeant or Veteran Sergeant - Veteran Squads are always commanded by Veteran Sergeants)
1st Veteran Company is 10 Squads of 10 Veterans (whether in Terminator Suits or not)
2nd Battle Company is 6 Tactical Squads of 10 Marines with Bolters (one may have assault-support weapon, one may have heavy support weapon); 2 Assault Squads of 10 Marines with Bolt Pistol and Close-Combat Weapon (all may have Jump Packs; two may have specialist weapons); 2 Devastator Squads of 10 Marines with Bolters (four may have heavy support weapons)
3rd-5th Battle Companies are organised like the 2nd Company
6th-7th Tactical Reserve Companies are composed of 10 Tactical Squads each.
8th Assault Reserve Company is composed of 10 Assault Squads - in practice may be used for Bike Squads
9th Devastator Reserve Company is composed of 10 Devastator Squads - in practice may also drive tanks
10th Scout Company is composed of 10 Squads with multiple close-combat or long-range weapon options.
This was pretty much how the Ultramarines and most of the other main Chapters were organised... about 7 years ago, and I'm not sure what has changed particularly with that basic organisation. It certainly seems to be the framework we're using.
The thing about Companies is they all have their own markings. Standard colours are:
1st Company - white
2nd Company - yellow/gold
3rd Company - red
4th Company - green
5th Company - black
6th Company - bronze/orange
7th Company - purple
8th Company - iron/grey
9th Company - blue
10th Company - no colour
In Codex-compliant chapters, this is denoted usually by the shoulder-pad trim, but sometimes it's the helmet, left knee-pad or some other area that is marked in the company colour.
Different squads also have iconography, depending on whether they're Tactical (generally 'up arrow'), Assault (X-shaped arrows), Devastator (inverted V or Delta), Veteran (Cross) or Command (Skull) Squads. Again this is usually on shoulder-pads (the opposite one to the Chapter symbol).
So... we have our Chapter colours; but I think a decision needs to be made about how we designate Companies and Squad types.
Can I make a suggestion for the latter that 'L A F' or λ α φ be used to designate Devastator (L, 'Lead' ie heavy), Assault (A for 'adventure') or Tactical (F, for 'frater' ie 'brother marines')? I prefer Greek myself, and α rather than A, but I won't die on a (lead) mountain over it.
Anyway, I've checked up and I can definitely chuck some Tactical Marines and some Scouts into the mix. I'll try as far as possible to follow Michi's Scout colour-scheme. However I've noticed that the schemes for Tac Marines don't necessarily match.
Tellus and Ultravanillasmurf have painted (28mm) Tac Marines with pale shoulderpads and dark trim. However, it looks like YPU's Epic Tac Marines have dark shoulderpads and light trim. Any thoughts?
EDIT: Hey! Apparently I can attach photos!
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Apologies - this year I've been off LAF as my work / hobby desk in lock down had no PC to distract me as I painted.
These are some excellent additions - well done YPU!
Is there an overall list of which Companies, and which Squads from those Companies, have been bagsied already? And more importantly, which have been done?
The OP has a list of who wants to be where, but feel free to create your own, non-Codex organised units
The general organisation seems to be based on the Codex, but we're using our own Company iconography, is that correct?
Yes, but as the Chapter evolves, it will deviate away from the "norm". Think somewhere between Space Wolves and Ultramarines.
We seem to be pretty-much following the Codex. This implies organisation into 10 Companies and 100 Squads
It started out this way... and who knows how many squads haven't been replenished with scouts/new recruits.
The thing about Companies is they all have their own markings. Standard colours are:
...
In Codex-compliant chapters, this is denoted usually by the shoulder-pad trim, but sometimes it's the helmet, left knee-pad or some other area that is marked in the company colour.
Different squads also have iconography, depending on whether they're Tactical (generally 'up arrow'), Assault (X-shaped arrows), Devastator (inverted V or Delta), Veteran (Cross) or Command (Skull) Squads. Again this is usually on shoulder-pads (the opposite one to the Chapter symbol).
So... we have our Chapter colours; but I think a decision needs to be made about how we designate Companies and Squad types.
Can I make a suggestion for the latter that 'L A F' or λ α φ be used to designate Devastator (L, 'Lead' ie heavy), Assault (A for 'adventure') or Tactical (F, for 'frater' ie 'brother marines')? I prefer Greek myself, and α rather than A, but I won't die on a (lead) mountain over it.
Agree - I like to think we use this as a base for those that want to follow the Chapter's rules guidelines.
Anyway, I've checked up and I can definitely chuck some Tactical Marines and some Scouts into the mix. I'll try as far as possible to follow Michi's Scout colour-scheme. However I've noticed that the schemes for Tac Marines don't necessarily match.
Tellus and Ultravanillasmurf have painted (28mm) Tac Marines with pale shoulderpads and dark trim. However, it looks like YPU's Epic Tac Marines have dark shoulderpads and light trim. Any thoughts?
Good to hear... and I guess we're not so Codex any more :D
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Complements of the season and all that
Quick WIP of my Termies that I'm pressing into service. I hope for more and better to come, but for now, you'll have to be content with this (if it works).
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Nice work Mr Orc :)
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Nice 8)
The Legion groweth still...