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Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #15 on: July 10, 2019, 09:00:59 PM »
These already look very nice indeed...shall be following your progress with interest....will happily sign up to buy some as well

Thank you, im learning as i go. I must say that i really enjoy it so far  :)
Any feedback is appreciated

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #16 on: July 13, 2019, 06:10:56 PM »
Small update. I made 3 heads, the crests will come seperately. These are in attic-chalkidean helmets. Im going to make some more corinthians and other variations.

Offline DintheDin

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #17 on: July 13, 2019, 07:17:47 PM »
Your job is superb!
And I think I see ancient statues!  :-*
I'll be following this thread with great interest!
Cheers!
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Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #18 on: July 13, 2019, 07:45:32 PM »
Your job is superb!
And I think I see ancient statues!  :-*
I'll be following this thread with great interest!
Cheers!

Thank you Dino  :)

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #19 on: July 16, 2019, 09:52:15 PM »
The #2 hoplite is ready minus the scabbard and the helmet crest

« Last Edit: July 16, 2019, 09:55:18 PM by Captain Harlock »

Offline Ethelred the Almost Ready

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #20 on: July 16, 2019, 10:17:54 PM »
Wow, that is stunning.

Offline Marine0846

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #21 on: July 17, 2019, 03:41:18 AM »
Lovely figures.
Hope you put them on sale.
Semper Fi, Mac

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #22 on: July 17, 2019, 11:57:32 AM »
Thanks guys. Im looking into production details and costs. Once I know all the parameters Im going to decide the best way to proceed. An indiegogo capmaign could be an option. I dont know yet. If you have any ideas on the subject please share them with me.


Having a bit of leftover clay, I made one more head option.


Online Plynkes

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #23 on: July 17, 2019, 01:24:53 PM »
The guy pointing his sword is just proper nice. Really like him.


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Offline valerio81

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #24 on: July 18, 2019, 06:52:29 AM »
You really are an artist. Those are awesome. Since you ask for ideas, can I suggest you take a look at earlier Italy, say V or IV cent bc?

Not many lines of figures existing: most of those focus on nobles wearing hoplite kits. Lots of unexplored subjects, especially local tribes and not so wealthy citizens who could not afford hoplite kits - but also savage nobles. I am thinking bruttiis, siceliots, lower class etruscans, etc.

Plus, they can fight tour greek hoplites all right!

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #25 on: July 18, 2019, 11:30:28 AM »
You really are an artist. Those are awesome. Since you ask for ideas, can I suggest you take a look at earlier Italy, say V or IV cent bc?

Not many lines of figures existing: most of those focus on nobles wearing hoplite kits. Lots of unexplored subjects, especially local tribes and not so wealthy citizens who could not afford hoplite kits - but also savage nobles. I am thinking bruttiis, siceliots, lower class etruscans, etc.

Plus, they can fight tour greek hoplites all right!

Hey thanks, Im not sure I know what Im doing but Im trying  ;D. Im very very new into sculpting, so as I said before its a learning process. The only ace up my sleeve is my graphic design/illustration  background, so I already have a sense for basic anatomy and proportions. Other than that, pure trial and error  :D.
Italian tribes are very interesting indeed and I also like that the Etruscans retained many parts of the archaic greek panoply, such as thigh, upper leg and arm protection.
Right now Im focusing mainly on hoplites. Im aiming for historical accuracy as much as possible checking with pottery databases, museum artifacts  and illustrations trying to make sure that I get them as right as possible given the scale and restrictions of the medium. The minis match the size of the Footsore/Victrix range so they could serve as officers or heroes in the latest skirmish ancient themed games like Mortal Gods etc.
« Last Edit: July 18, 2019, 06:43:42 PM by Captain Harlock »

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #26 on: July 18, 2019, 11:34:38 AM »
and a first wip of #3


Offline valerio81

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #27 on: July 18, 2019, 04:46:25 PM »
Well, if you do decide to go the savage italian tribes way, I'll be happy to help with references.. I even live close to an etruscan mjseum!

Offline Captain Harlock

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #28 on: July 18, 2019, 06:45:55 PM »
Well, if you do decide to go the savage italian tribes way, I'll be happy to help with references.. I even live close to an etruscan mjseum!

Thanks I ll keep that in mind  :)
I know there are some very interesting helmets and thorakes in Italy.

Offline Burnin Coal

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Re: Captain Harlock's Hoplites
« Reply #29 on: July 18, 2019, 11:49:31 PM »
These really are excellent  ! Am greatly enjoying following your progress....your enthusiasm for the subject is reflected in the sculpts...lovely work indeed
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