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Title: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 25, 2022, 02:34:27 PM
I have to admit being a bit obsessed…

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2022/11/25/and-my-mysterious-new-project-is-quitegrimsical-it-is-the-quar/

So I thought it might be nice to document my 28mm Quar project here as well as encourage other Quar lovers to post.

And since I am no longer going to be active on the Wargames Atlantic Forum I decided to replicate the Quar resources list I did. over there.

Here are a number of useful links for information on the Quar. If anyone has links they recommend please let me know so I can add them.

 

- Zombiesmith... Home of the Quar

https://zombiesmith.com/quar/

 


- Grimsical.... a hub of Quar links

https://grimsical.com/

 

- WGA’s News Release on plastic Quar

https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/wargames-atlantic-and-zombiesmith-hard-plastic-quar

 

 

- Downloadable PDF’s of the various Quar games as well as more background information

https://rhyfler.com/

... also of particular note, not just about the incoming plastic Quar....

https://rhyfler.com/hard-plastic-quar-coming-in-2023/

 

 

- An unboxing of This Quar’s War (you can get the PDF for this game free on the link above)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUS7433OLto

 


- A blog covering various Quar projects, including custom sculpts and vehicle builds

https://bandit86.blogspot.com/search/label/Quar

 

- A good scale comparison photo of a metal 28mm Quar and various other 28mm minis

https://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c334/dropzonetoe/halo%20clix/DSCI0161.jpg

 

- A brilliant Quar photo gallery with some amazing custom models.

https://www.pbase.com/rachyr/gallery/newer_quar

 

- An interesting podcast interview of@Joshua Qualtieri regarding This Quar’s War. Well worth listening to in order to get a better idea of his design concepts.

https://chanceofgaming.com/this-quars-war-interview

 

- This time a video interview of Joshua Qualtieri with a broader look at the Quar and other Zombiesmith projects. Again, well worth watching.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS5Lt_sbYV0

 

- A playthrough of Rhyfler’s Pocketbook 1.0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fONV9oF9zEo



- A review and gameplay video of Quar: Songs of Our Ancestors

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTxLRcDqM18

 

- A blog review of Quar: Songs of Our Ancestors

http://deltavector.blogspot.com/2012/06/song-of-our-ancestors-quar-skirimish.html

 

- A trailer video for Quar: Battle for Gate 18 (a VR computer game which replicates a Quar miniatures wargaming experience. Very clever and with various images good for setting the scene on your own Quar gaming tabletop)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3aSHxhUW-4

 

- Ironclad Miniatures. A source for resin vehicles that could make good custom Quar vehicles.

https://www.ironcladminiatures.co.uk/ourshop/cat_302101-Steam-Tanks.html

 

- Things from the Basement. A source for MDF vehicles that could make good custom Quar vehicles.

https://www.thingsfromthebasement.com/store/c48/Victorian_Science_Fiction.html


 

- The Kickstarter page for This Quar’s War 2.0 (15mm but worth looking at for ideas of what Joshua Qualtieri may eventually bring to 28mm).

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/970181470/this-quars-war-second-edition?lang=de

 

- A record of Hutch’s Quar project.

https://www.beastsofwar.com/project-entry/1784414/

and

https://www.beastsofwar.com/project-entry/1790201/#snav

 

- Justin’s Quar Militia video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EhETY04jKE

 

- Quar discussion thread over on The Lead Adeventure Forum.

 

https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=139146.0

 

- Warbases... a good source for inexpensive MDF Quar appropriate vehicles.

https://warbases.co.uk/product-category/vehicles/

 

- Crossover Miniatures.... more MDF Aeronef Airships.

https://crossoverminiatures.com/product-category/airships/

 

- Twilight: World of Anyaral... looking for interesting alien beasties for your wilds of Alwyd? This is a good place to look...

http://www.worldoftwilight.com/the-world-of-anyaral

... and some nicely painted Anyaral examples...

http://hobbybrush.com/fantasy/twighlight/




 - If you are willing to deal with 3d Printing then  Printable Scenery makes some terrain that looks like it would suit the Quar of Alwyd quite nicely.

https://www.printablescenery.com/?category=&post_type=product&s=Hagglethorn+

And

https://www.printablescenery.com/product-category/fantasy/halflings-fantasy-and-hobbit-stl-files/

Possibly...

https://www.printablescenery.com/product-category/fantasy/warlocks/page/2/

 

- Some of Aaron Brown’s Quar sculpt work...


https://www.aaronbrownsculpture.com/2019/02/03/miniature-work-for-zombiesmith/

 

- From the Meeple Guild ... another interview with Joshua Qualtieri with some of the background behind his artistic design decisions

 

https://www.sasktoday.ca/central/opinion/for-the-love-of-the-quirky-quar-4146977

 

 

- Miniature Scenery in Australia has a quirky Tramp Steamer that looks like a Quar design...

https://miniaturescenery.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=12&products_id=98

 

- Mad Bob Miniatures has a brilliant 1/56 model of the Zaamurets, an armored train.

https://www.madbobminiatures.co.uk/product-page/zaamurets



- Laughing Ferret's blog has some older but still very interesting Quar related photos and information….

http://laughingferret.blogspot.com/search/label/Quar




- Another great blog, this time from Rabbits in My Basement. Lots of interesting Quar items to be inspired by including Tractors and a Kite….

https://rabbitsinmybasement.blogspot.com/2023/08/last-crusaders-for-now.html?m=1




- Some excellent Quar background lore (fluff) videos by Procopius…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv8AU5TSfac

… and….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plBjVTMtNqY

… and….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOVyb_JIBQw


- A video by Joshua Qualtieri explaining the layout of the Wargames Atlantic plastic Quar starter sprue….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8Mf-xjtc-8




The Quar also have quite a presence on Facebook from what I understand, although I do not have a Facebook account any longer myself (I use to be a big fan of FB but now I really hate that platform). You try both the Zombiesmith FB Page and there is a Quar Discussion group that you can join.


Currently in pre-order,  the joint Zombiesmith and Wargames Atlantic box set….

This Quar‘s War starter box set from WGA unboxing by JQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nk8GlfvZeKY


On Tabletop (Beasts of War) interview with JQ…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8ZqxT-44oY



On Tabletop Quar WGA starter Set unboxing….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSfmguawymw&t=1272s



On Tabletop Quar‘s War Gameplay….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMO93X_9pl8&t=2s
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on November 25, 2022, 05:23:23 PM
Superb!! I will be following your blog with great interest. I love Quar, such a brilliant back story and some great miniatures, I have a project on the go and will be adding more. Love to see how others do. :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 25, 2022, 06:30:12 PM
It has been a real pleasure seeing how other Quar projects have developed. I compiled a list of things I found useful online, including a few Quar galleries.

https://wargamesatlantic.com/community/xenforum/topic/81872/a-list-of-various-quar-resource-information-links
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Spinal Tap on December 03, 2022, 07:43:49 PM
I have absolutely no intention of getting into any other projects at this time so will live my Quar adventures vicariously through you.

Can't wait.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 04, 2022, 06:00:25 AM
I think I am driving Mrs. GG a bit mad with my anxiously impatient waiting.

One of my online mates is sending me some older 28mm Quar tractors. Another of my online mates was going to send me a platoon of Quar from an unfinished project but can not now find them in his workshop.

And given the time of year the Christmas gift orders folks have made for me directly from Zombiesmith on Black Friday are going to take quite some time to be delivered.

I have tried several online places to track down second hand Quar to buy or trade without success. This has been made a bit more difficult by me not being on Twitter, Reddit, Facebook or Discord.

As for adding new projects I totally understand. I am going to cease a couple of other projects to do this one. My Twilight '49 Weird War 2 Post-apoc project, my Tarnished Splendor Napoleonic Project, my Zulu War project, my AWI project, perhaps even my French Indochina project.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on December 04, 2022, 07:10:36 AM
A few years ago I raided Noble Knight games and ordered about three different times from them, good price and quick delivery but they haven't had any in for a long time now, I check periodically.  No use to you I know but always worth keeping an eye open. They come up so very rarely, people buy them and keep them and who can blame them!! I got a whole load of Crusaders from ebay from France but that seems to have been a one off. Keep on checking your usual sites and who knows, other than that it roll on Christmas and hopefully you will have loads of Quar!! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 04, 2022, 11:56:34 AM
Cheers Jambo1, hope dies Last as Mrs. GG and I like to say.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Rabbitz on December 05, 2022, 02:25:48 PM
Looking forward to seeing your work.  I added some terrain for my Quar and got them based up today.

(https://images.beastsofwar.com/2022/12/12419731-IMG_5952.jpg)
(https://images.beastsofwar.com/2022/12/51860577-IMG_5958.jpg)
(https://images.beastsofwar.com/2022/12/13117526-IMG_5951.jpg)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 05, 2022, 04:02:55 PM
Loving it Rabbitiz! Inspirational, exactly the kind of motivational photos I was hoping for.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on December 05, 2022, 05:30:40 PM
More lovely eye candy!! Great figures and cracking terrain, well done sir!!! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Inkpaduta on December 05, 2022, 06:23:33 PM
I too have joined the ranks. I placed an order for 15mm Quar.
Looking forward to getting them.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on December 06, 2022, 05:24:44 AM
I too have joined the ranks. I placed an order for 15mm Quar.
Looking forward to getting them.

I was going to go down the 15mm route but plumped for 28mm, be interested to see your work on the 15mm Quar when they arrive.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 06, 2022, 10:11:54 AM
The 15mm is pretty tempting but all my terrain is 28mm and the plastic 28mm Quar being right around the corner convinced me to go 28mm. Still keen to see what folks do with the 15mm Quar. Joshua's world building is as cool as his designs for the Quar themselves.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Inkpaduta on December 14, 2022, 06:13:49 PM
I would have done 28mm but I hate gluing figures together.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Rabbitz on December 14, 2022, 09:45:24 PM
With the metals, for the most part it’s just a case of gluing the head into the pre drilled hole.  Some even have the heads already attached. 
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on December 19, 2022, 04:33:20 AM
The mention of Plastic Quar got me back to these lovely little critters, but being contrary I ordered two 15mm starter armies (will double use for GDF as we play in 15mm).
But I'm sure plastic Quar will follow.

Just waiting on the postal service to do its thing (and the customs charge).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 19, 2022, 12:19:51 PM
I have had some Quar tractors from a mate in the UK stuck in customs for a week. Frustrating.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 01, 2023, 08:13:11 PM
The first of my Quar have arrived… 2023, The Year of the Quar!

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/01/01/2023-the-year-of-the-quar/
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Spinal Tap on January 02, 2023, 03:34:08 PM
You really are becoming obsessed with these little fellas' aren't you?

Must admit I'm becoming obsessed with your blog - please get on with some painting before I burst.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 02, 2023, 03:48:04 PM
You really are becoming obsessed with these little fellas' aren't you?

Must admit I'm becoming obsessed with your blog - please get on with some painting before I burst.

It may be some time before I get any of these fellas painted. There are a few things on my workbench to finish in front of them and a bunch of things to get ready to get rid of to help fund this new obsession as well as additional demands on my free time due to the holidays.

But it pleases me to hear you care enough to help motivate me to hurry up! 👍
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 06, 2023, 01:08:28 PM
A couple more batches of Quar have arrived…

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/01/06/2023-the-year-of-the-quar-continued/

… and some discussion for the interested.

I would love to hear in this thread from others doing various Quar projects. Not everyone is on Facebook or Discord.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Spinal Tap on January 09, 2023, 11:10:22 AM
A couple more batches of Quar have arrived…

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/01/06/2023-the-year-of-the-quar-continued/

… and some discussion for the interested.

I would love to hear in this thread from others doing various Quar projects. Not everyone is on Facebook or Discord.

 :D :D :D
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 29, 2023, 04:49:32 PM
I continue to make slow progress…

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/01/29/2023-the-year-of-the-quar-part-3/
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: ErikB on January 30, 2023, 12:56:42 AM
Josh and Zombiesmith are fantastic. I love the Quar and many of his other minis. Very creative and well executed.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on June 19, 2023, 08:02:01 AM
As I will no longer be active on the Wargames Atlantic Forum I decide to replicate the Quar resource links I did over there at the top of this thread.

This was inspired by stumbling across the Quar related posts done by Laughing Ferret quite awhile back. It seemed a shame that this was so difficult to have find as it was buried in the past and despite many previous searches here and on google I had not come across it before.

https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=27238.0

And

https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=29113.msg349938#msg349938

Oh… and an aside, this inspired a new blog post from me…..

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/06/19/a-brilliant-spark-of-inspiration/

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Spinal Tap on June 20, 2023, 08:28:42 AM
Glad to see you and the Quar back on duty.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: eilif on June 20, 2023, 11:21:16 PM
Great Project!
Looking forward to seeing where it goes.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on June 21, 2023, 02:56:16 PM
This is not just a thread for my Quar..  I would love to see folks post their Quar projects on here as well. And if anyone wants, I can add a link to their Quar project on the top post.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on July 22, 2023, 12:30:43 AM
While the Wargames Atlantic release schedule  has them in tooling, they just released this teaser image……
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on July 22, 2023, 06:34:43 AM
Nice!! Looking forward to them being released, good little teaser there! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on July 25, 2023, 05:54:59 AM
Joshua Qualtieri has posted up a couple of photos of painted prototypes of the new plastic Quar.

And yes… I am as giddy as a kid on Christmas Eve when it comes to the Quar.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on August 12, 2023, 08:20:12 PM
Just spotted this over on Dakka Dakka…


….. so excited!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: jambo1 on August 13, 2023, 07:12:21 AM
Really looking forward to these little crackers finally coming out for release, :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on August 13, 2023, 09:50:03 AM
Really looking forward to these little crackers finally coming out for release, :)

I struggle to find the words to express how happy I am about these. Not only for the conversion potential but the international access through Wargames Atlantic.  Hopefully they will be successful with the additional exposure and can help inject funds into Zombiesmith to see the 28m Quar line grow in scope. Sailors, aviators, civilians….

It is the Quar and Anyaral: World of Twilight that prompted a complete change up of my projects and the subsequent clearout thread I am having.

I have a big order of metal 28mm Quar on the way from the States and Josh @ Zombiesmith says he will be releasing a bunch of new 28mm metal Quar sculpts as well as 28mm resin Tractors (Quar tanks) when the plastics are released…. hopefully before autumn.

And the Quar lore is just so good!

https://rhyfler.com/files/fiction/The173rdAtHoln.pdf?fbclid=IwAR330LK9norpruBs17Ez44IXPxJgyHpfLHMyR9EQvV_AZqFYbYpDeEDFR1s
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Belgian on August 13, 2023, 10:15:53 AM
Joshua Qualtieri has posted up a couple of photos of painted prototypes of the new plastic Quar.

And yes… I am as giddy as a kid on Christmas Eve when it comes to the Quar.

Looking good!  :o
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Silent Invader on August 13, 2023, 10:35:51 AM
 8) So very cute
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on August 22, 2023, 11:37:55 AM
A couple more preview photos from Zombiesmith and Wargames Atlantic that have come to my attention.

The first is of a new plastic model next to an older metal one. The plastics are a bit chunkier but should lend some more diversity to the Quar.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on August 23, 2023, 01:21:38 PM
And my latest blog post…. this time focusing on my very slowly progressing Quar project t with its Anyaral and Imperial Skies offshoots…

https://thegrumpygnome.home.blog/2023/08/23/happy-and-a-bit-sad-too/
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on September 08, 2023, 12:43:05 AM
Sorry to jump on the thread, but I'm trying to work out the weapons carried by. Fidwog squad (attempting to sort my 15mm Fidwog). I know they have smg/rifle, light/support mg and shotgun, just not the mix (crusader have a 3/7 split between heavy/standard rifle, with separate Heavy Weapon), for each squad (unable to find a download on spats, and the information I have does not cover infantry company (26 Quar - 6 command, 2x10 squad?)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 08, 2023, 07:37:14 AM
Looking at page 69 of Spats…

Infantry Company

HQ - 6 Sketychs

Infantry Section
HQ - 2 Sketych

Each squad
9 Sketych
1 Bensalem F6

Infantry company would be 6 command in the Company HQ and then 44 troops in the Sections (4 squads and 2 section HQ's)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on September 09, 2023, 04:50:37 AM
Thank you - just what I was after
Was trying to work out what weapons/squads were included in the 15mm starter. Looks like I have a Company HQ Section HQ with 1 squad, Cavalry Troop and Trench Squad (plus some extras).

Currently basing up and then will paint.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 10, 2023, 02:56:32 AM
Glad to help.

I hope that one day we see 28mm versions of everything now available for 15mm.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Spinal Tap on September 17, 2023, 07:24:58 AM
Just had a nice catch up on your blog with my morning coffee.

I'm really looking forward to seeing your forces develop.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 17, 2023, 09:13:33 AM
Just had a nice catch up on your blog with my morning coffee.

I'm really looking forward to seeing your forces develop.

Cheers mate! I have had to devote a lot of my free time to clearing out cancelled project items. I like to get things to a certain state before getting rid of them. And it can be frustrating to keep postponing certain things, especially as my free time has been limited lately, but I am in it for the long haul. And I am always glad to hear when someone has enjoyed reading my blog.

I know I can be a bit of an over the top, extreme person. Passionate is a nice way to put it. And I am very passionate about the Quar. Them and their world are just such an excellent mix of so many things I like. I hope to one day get to the level of some of the other amazing Quar fans… like Laughing Ferret.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 20, 2023, 02:51:42 PM
Another blog with some great Quar to help inspire folks.

https://rabbitsinmybasement.blogspot.com/2023/08/last-crusaders-for-now.html?m=1

Lots of different Quar bits on there to enjoy, including Tractors and a Kite.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Spinal Tap on September 21, 2023, 07:45:35 AM
Excellent work.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 23, 2023, 03:30:59 PM
Some excellent fan made Quar introductory background lore videos…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv8AU5TSfac

… and….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plBjVTMtNqY

… and…..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOVyb_JIBQw

Great stuff!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: ErikB on October 17, 2023, 07:27:23 PM
I love the Quar. 

Josh Q (the inventor) has done such a brilliant job creating the characters, the art, the game, the environment, the backstories, and so on. 

I love that these little guys are so whimsical as opposed to being hypermasculine like, say, Space Marines.

I would so enjoy a comic book series about these guys, as well.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on October 18, 2023, 07:05:12 AM
I love the Quar. 

Josh Q (the inventor) has done such a brilliant job creating the characters, the art, the game, the environment, the backstories, and so on. 

I love that these little guys are so whimsical as opposed to being hypermasculine like, say, Space Marines.

I would so enjoy a comic book series about these guys, as well.

I could not agree more. This is why I am so passionate about promoting them… I want to see Josh get the resources that would allow him to continue expanding the world of the Quar and all the possible supporting material.

He has an excellent series of letters between a Quar on the front and his nephew back home. It would make a great graphic novel or animated show.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 08, 2023, 05:30:29 PM
Some important news regarding Zombiesmith.

Best to let him tell you himself.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_6ntFrEKww

Josh has a new company partnership project…. Strange Plastic

https://www.strangeplastic.com/

… and he has a lot of plans for the future of the Quar, including STLs.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 21, 2023, 08:18:04 PM
Some photos JQ has posted… wave 3 28mm Quar, they will be available from both Zombiesmith and Strange Plastic.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: AndrewBeasley on November 21, 2023, 11:12:32 PM
That's a fair pile of plastic!


Nice to see solid progress on this great looking range. Sad I sold my pile but they had gathered dust for too long  o_o
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 29, 2023, 09:35:14 AM
New packaging looks good…
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: AndrewBeasley on November 30, 2023, 07:40:33 PM
With no LFGS in easy reach I am stuck using post.


This type of packing is great for retail display but a nightmare for postal services as the figures bounce around while being delivered :-(


Bring back foam backing in blister packs...
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 04, 2023, 06:09:23 AM
With no LFGS in easy reach I am stuck using post.


This type of packing is great for retail display but a nightmare for postal services as the figures bounce around while being delivered :-(


Bring back foam backing in blister packs...

A fair point mate.

Latest news from WGA is that the plastic Quar from them are due in Early 2024. According to Joshua Qualtieri the new metal sculpts from Zombiesmith and the resin Quar from Strange Plastic are due to be released at the same time.

Dark Ages Shields - this week!

Grognard Cavalry - VERY soon!

WW1 Russians - very soon after that!

Skeleton Cavalry and Chariots - early 2024

Quar Game - early 2024

Afghan Cavalry - early 2024

In Tooling:

The Damned Infantry

BEF/Home Guard

Some BIG and LITTLE surprises in store for early '24!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 19, 2023, 05:51:46 AM
WGA has said to expect the release date to be announced after the holidays…
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on December 19, 2023, 03:27:11 PM
That looks great!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: manic _miner on December 19, 2023, 10:47:55 PM
 Not a bad price for a starter set.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: leadfool on December 20, 2023, 01:33:11 AM
NO QUARter!     This looks great. 
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Rommel on December 20, 2023, 03:23:12 PM
There is a lot of nice  stuff, but the problem with that all is , we need a “Stockist in the Eurozone (not UK!!)!”.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 20, 2023, 03:28:19 PM
There is a lot of nice  stuff, but the problem with that all is , we need a “Stockist in the Eurozone (not UK!!)!”.

I tend to use Miniaturicum for my WGA needs….

https://www.miniaturicum.de/Wargames-Atlantic_1

…  but of course that does not help us with the Zombiesmith Quar stuff. So I hear you mate, I really do. JQ is a decent bloke but it is a hassle ordering from the States.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on December 20, 2023, 06:31:06 PM
Anyone know what the price will be? The ad says free shipping if you spend over £35.

Also, has anyone played the game? Would love to see a video.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 21, 2023, 03:46:36 AM
Anyone know what the price will be? The ad says free shipping if you spend over £35.

Also, has anyone played the game? Would love to see a video.

The game included in the WGA box set is, from what I understand, the “quick start” version of the Rhyflers Pocket Book 2.0. JQ has said a more extensive version is coming. How much it differs from 1.0 I do not know but here is a video of 1.0 gameplay…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fONV9oF9zEo

I have no idea on the price.  Perhaps someone else on here does?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on December 21, 2023, 10:19:11 AM
Thanks Grumpy, I'll check that video out.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 23, 2023, 09:59:44 PM
Cool.

Definitely will look out for that.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 24, 2023, 10:23:16 AM
Josh has a new company partnership project…. Strange Plastic

https://www.strangeplastic.com/

… and he has a lot of plans for the future of the Quar, including STLs.
The Strange Plastic site is a bit dead.
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Our website is currently under conjuration by our web wizard – new releases and content coming soon in the new year.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 20/09/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 24, 2023, 11:23:31 AM
The Strange Plastic site is a bit dead.

A disappointing obstacle on the path to success. I really want the Quar to be a smashing success.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 31, 2023, 08:44:02 PM
Some more interesting photos from JQ…

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on December 31, 2023, 08:53:06 PM
Nice use of the box for some card terrain and I notice the folds for the terrain lie on the folds for the box.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 01, 2024, 08:00:57 PM
I noticed that, a bit retro.
The sprues look good.

Any news on the prices.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 02, 2024, 03:38:29 AM
I noticed that, a bit retro.
The sprues look good.

Any news on the prices.

When pressed on the matter by another person asking if the price was between 50 and 100 US Dollars he said, to paraphrase, “yes, somewhere between those two figures”. I am hoping it ends up being a bit less than that but we will have to wait and see what WGA says.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 23, 2024, 07:18:43 AM
JQ has put out a video talking about the WGA plastic Quar starter sprue.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8Mf-xjtc-8
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 26, 2024, 01:30:43 PM
JQ has done another short video, this time with some painted Quar prototype models.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsI2iDL7It0
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Spinal Tap on January 28, 2024, 06:56:16 AM
I love the Quar but have too many projects already; I'll just have to experience them vicariously through you.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Emir of Askaristan on January 28, 2024, 10:15:20 AM
According to the ad in this months WI, if youve not seen it there or elsewhere, the set will retail at £35/$50

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on January 28, 2024, 11:09:01 AM
Is it £35? It makes it sound like you get free shipping if you spend £35 or more.

Would be a good price though.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on January 28, 2024, 12:59:39 PM
Is it £35? It makes it sound like you get free shipping if you spend £35 or more.

Would be a good price though.

JQ and Wargames Atlantic have not confirmed the price as far as I know. JQ said something awhile back about it being between somewhere 50 and 100 US Dollars but we are still waiting to get a public announcement official price from WGA n price as well as release date.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: zemjw on February 03, 2024, 04:12:44 PM
Pre-order is up - https://wargamesatlantic.com/products/this-quars-war-clash-of-rhyfles

$79.95, £65.00

Release date Feb 23

Tempting, very tempting, but actually quite expensive if you're just after the figures

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This is a two-player game that features 24 hard plastic Quar (12 Crusaders and 12 Coftyrans), 24 hard plastic dual-use bases, 10 activation cards, 6 D6 dice, and a 48 page rulebook. There is also a selection of cut-out terrain on the box sides to help bring your battlefield to life!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 03, 2024, 07:59:07 PM
Pre-order is up - https://wargamesatlantic.com/products/this-quars-war-clash-of-rhyfles
$79.95, £65.00
Tempting, very tempting, but actually quite expensive if you're just after the figures
I agree it is both tempting and expensive.

If their release coincides with the Oathmark Human Light Infantry, my bank account is doomed...
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on February 03, 2024, 09:20:31 PM
That was my thought too. I've exhausted my gaming budget and time commitments for now but I may be tempted to pick up some sprues at some point if they become available separately.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 04, 2024, 07:10:26 AM
I certainly hope WGA decides to sell boxes of just the sprues in the future but I will be getting on of the starter sets.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: jambo1 on February 04, 2024, 07:24:44 AM
I will be purchasing the starter set, looking forward to it's release. :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Emir of Askaristan on February 04, 2024, 09:35:04 AM
It's a fair price for the content, problem is not everyone seems to want all the content.

But I guess we'll see sprues separately before long. Hope so!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 04, 2024, 09:40:59 AM
The (pre-) release of the plastic starter set has sent me back through this thread.

Is there a supplier in the UK for the non WGA figures?

I revisited the Strange Plastics site and it still falls apart in a flurry of  errors.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 04, 2024, 08:05:15 PM
The (pre-) release of the plastic starter set has sent me back through this thread.

Is there a supplier in the UK for the non WGA figures?

I revisited the Strange Plastics site and it still falls apart in a flurry of  errors.

I am hoping Sarissa Precision, who I understand deals with WGA product delivery for the UK and EU, will start to carry Zombiesmith/Starnge Plastic Quar very soon. But nothing official has been specifically stated yet.

Wave 1 Officers video…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bggrAPkuqbQ
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 06, 2024, 07:14:20 AM
“Let‘s go boyos!”

Curious what Quar sound like?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYLMiu9kXt4

Joshua Qualtieri told me he believes Sarissa Precision will be carrying the thermoplastic Quar blister packs but he did not say exactly when they would be available.

For now you can get them from Zombiesmith (Grimisical Games) website rather than the Strange Plastic website.

https://zombiesmith.com/quar/the-new-28mm-quar-range/
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 06, 2024, 07:41:29 PM
Joshua Qualtieri told me he believes Sarissa Precision will be carrying the thermoplastic Quar blister packs but he did not say exactly when they would be available.

For now you can get them from Zombiesmith (Grimisical Games) website rather than the Strange Plastic website.

https://zombiesmith.com/quar/the-new-28mm-quar-range/
Good to know.

Thanks.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on February 08, 2024, 07:41:45 PM
Though I don't have the cash to splash on this at the moment I did find myself looking online. Here's the best price I found for it in the UK, £58 with free postage...

https://thesprueshop.co.uk/ols/products/this-quars-war---clash-of-rhyfles-wa
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 18, 2024, 07:15:40 AM
I forgot to post this here, but JQ did an unboxing video of the WGA box set….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nk8GlfvZeKY
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 18, 2024, 10:18:53 AM
For now you can get them from Zombiesmith (Grimisical Games) website rather than the Strange Plastic website.

https://zombiesmith.com/quar/the-new-28mm-quar-range/
Just had a look at the Zombiesmith site - they are offering single army deals based on the box set but all one army - with officers and additional figures.
https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-coftyran-army/ (https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-coftyran-army/)
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Includes:
Limited edition Howli
Clash of Rhyfles with ONLY COFTYRAN plastics (24 models total) plus the dice, rules, etc
(THIS MEANS I WILL OPEN UP YOUR BOX AND SORT THE RIGHT MODELS IN!)
2 is-Caerten Officers
3 Trench Raiders
Laser Cut Markers
Royalist Pin for your jacket or bag!
https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-crusader-army/ (https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-crusader-army/)
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Includes:
Limited edition Maerch
Clash of Rhyfles Boxed Game with ONLY CRUSADER plastics (24 models total) plus the dice, rules, etc
(THIS MEANS I WILL OPEN UP YOUR BOX AND SORT THE RIGHT MODELS IN!)
2 is-Caerten Officers
2 H-11a Gunners and 2 Parts kits to turn plastic models into Loaders
Laser Cut Markers
Crusader Pin for your jacket or bag!

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 22, 2024, 07:24:52 AM
On Tabletop (Beasts of War) interview Video with Joshua Qualtieri…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8ZqxT-44oY
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Lost Egg on March 05, 2024, 08:57:41 PM
Thanks for sharing this I'll check it out.

I see at least one seller is flogging the individual sprues on eBay.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: infelix on March 05, 2024, 10:04:58 PM
I’ve been intrigued by the Quar for a long time and now when we get some of them in plastic, I think I have to get myself some.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on March 06, 2024, 06:04:06 AM
My WGA Quar starter box arrived the other day. I am very pleased with it all. 👍

I just need more free time!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 11, 2024, 06:50:15 PM
I have added the starter set to my Mortal Enemies pre-order.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on March 13, 2024, 01:37:15 PM
On Tabletop Quar WGA starter Set unboxing….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSfmguawymw&t=1272s




Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 24, 2024, 09:28:36 AM
As people have received their box sets, where are all the Quar?
Mine should arrive tomorrow.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: jambo1 on March 24, 2024, 11:25:25 AM
My box is due this coming week, I do have some metal ones on the painting table, still to finish them though! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 25, 2024, 06:27:30 PM
The box is waiting to be opened.

I wonder if there is any corned moth in there?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 25, 2024, 10:36:13 PM
No Corned Moth.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnD7tnGQmw2T7UuBYrM3pY-ISikNW9nGDdRzmfcZ5VNKZRx0MMURaMH9420v51TZg9HaWgCWidlNlzRkUwimomi7bjhkxRGt5AAUIjbx8L7zGPKbJNYgYP7XnYMRJ0FTErvn0tOR-tfvgKazBiqdp6cDDFAcRCOaVvaZlKk6wta_GJ4h2oKPX3GiWhlLpN/s500/thisquarswar-1.png)

Contents photographs here: https://ultravanillasmurf.blogspot.com/2024/03/this-quars-war-starter-set.html (https://ultravanillasmurf.blogspot.com/2024/03/this-quars-war-starter-set.html)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on March 26, 2024, 05:48:28 AM
Needs more corned moth….

As much as I love my Quar, I love them I do, I just have not had time to do any miniature painting lately. Too much to do, too little time.

It will be fun watching others paint up theirs though until I get free time to paint.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Silent Invader on March 26, 2024, 12:00:37 PM

I see at least one seller is flogging the individual sprues on eBay.

Damn I missed that  :o :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 26, 2024, 06:51:22 PM
Okay, I have a question about part 8 on the Coftyran sprue.

Is that two baguettes in the bag or large caterpillars?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Silent Invader on March 28, 2024, 08:25:54 AM
Damn I missed that  :o :)

Well I have taken a small plunge and ordered the 6 ‘new’ metal Crusaders from the USA
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Malamute on March 28, 2024, 10:57:07 AM
Well I have taken a small plunge and ordered the 6 ‘new’ metal Crusaders from the USA

 lol
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 28, 2024, 05:57:09 PM
I am hoping that Sarissa will have the new Zombiesmith figures at Salute.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on March 30, 2024, 09:49:09 PM
I am hoping that Sarissa will have the new Zombiesmith figures at Salute.

And available for mail order for those of us who can't make it to Salute
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 31, 2024, 09:54:07 AM
And available for mail order for those of us who can't make it to Salute
A good point.

I have started a Clash of Rhyfles rules thread here:
https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=145050.0 (https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=145050.0)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 07, 2024, 05:42:59 PM
Well, in the email newsletter sent on 5th April Wargames Atlantic said:
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Quar Coftyrans - pre-order next week

Quar Crusaders - pre-order next week

Quar Blisters - pre-order next week

So hopeful for Salute, and for those who cannot make it there as well.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on April 08, 2024, 04:34:07 PM
Joshua Qualteri should be at Salute based out of the Sarissa stand. I suspect there may be some blisters of the new thermoplastic Quar with him.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on April 10, 2024, 10:07:27 AM
On Tabletop Quar‘s War Gameplay video, which may answer some questions about the rules in the Rhyflers Pocketbook….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMO93X_9pl8&t=2s
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on April 10, 2024, 10:43:53 PM
The "Quar Discussion" FB group just posted pictures of the two "faction" box sets, with the note - pre orders next week, from Joshua and WA.

Joshua has also said that they should have the "thermoplastic" boosters/blisters too.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 12, 2024, 08:50:48 PM
The box sets are on the site.
https://wargamesatlantic.com/collections/new-releases/products/quar-coftyran-infantry-1 (https://wargamesatlantic.com/collections/new-releases/products/quar-coftyran-infantry-1)
https://wargamesatlantic.com/collections/new-releases/products/quar-crusader-infantry (https://wargamesatlantic.com/collections/new-releases/products/quar-crusader-infantry)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Keeper Nilbog on April 12, 2024, 09:40:56 PM
Along with the thermoplastic sets
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 13, 2024, 07:59:20 PM
Well, Sarissa had the three sets for the Crusaders and three for the Coftyran, plus Dice for both.

Coftyran have officers, RCO and trench Raiders.
Crusaders have officers, torpedoes (pitot mortars) and H11a LMGs.

[Sunday] Just checked The Rhyfler's Pocketbook (version 1.0) and that does not include rules for the RCO or the Torpedo (Splagen).

The RCO is tiny for a 100mm howitzer, I assume you can make the rest of the crew (6) up with the plastics plus ammunition crates.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 16, 2024, 11:33:48 AM
My first, small Crusader order has arrived from the USA: the Limited Edition single figure, the pair of officers and the three LMG gunners. Lovely little figures that I suspect will head towards the top of the painting queue.  8)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 16, 2024, 06:23:07 PM
Have you any recommendations on removing the flash and mould lines?

They seem to be of a similar material as the Mantic PVC figures, which are difficult to clean up.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 16, 2024, 07:59:24 PM
That’s a tad disconcerting to hear

I haven’t tried yet but I’ll probably take a scalpel to them tomorrow
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: zemjw on April 16, 2024, 08:28:58 PM
Have you any recommendations on removing the flash and mould lines?

They seem to be of a similar material as the Mantic PVC figures, which are difficult to clean up.

The box sets claim to be hard plastic, and all the WA sets I have are. I really hope they're not like the Mantic ones, as those are a nightmare to clean :'(

Are the "thermoplastic" sets different from the main boxes? I don't see them on the WA site.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Pattus Magnus on April 16, 2024, 08:33:02 PM
At a guess, I expect the thermoplastic figures will be in that Siocast stuff a lot of companies are using.

I would love to be proven wrong, though. I’m not a fan of most of the new plastics that companies are using for figures.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 16, 2024, 09:27:18 PM
The Wargames Atlantic figures are hard plastic and are fine (I had some work on some of the joins on the body but nothing filing and liquid poly would not fix).

The thermoplastic ones are the officers, LMG, trench Raiders and the RCO howitzer.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 16, 2024, 10:42:49 PM
That’s a tad disconcerting to hear

I haven’t tried yet but I’ll probably take a scalpel to them tomorrow

A Swann Morten no 15 blade seems to do a quick and easy job of slicing off the flash, though I’ll have a better idea when I finish cleaning the figure tomorrow.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: jambo1 on April 17, 2024, 04:12:29 AM
Quick shout out to Troll Hoard Games in the U.S.A. Ordered 8 packs of metal Coftyran, only $15 carriage and delivered to the U.K. in less than two weeks, super service and really well recommended. :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 18, 2024, 01:13:10 PM
I’ve cleaned up and primed the first three of my thermoplastics.

One had a significant piece of flash with others having mould lines, mostly very faint. They cleaned up easily with the scalpel blade (a bit too easily as I ended up carving away some details by mistake).

An area to take extra care with is the mould lines between the legs, as it can be difficult to get in there and clean up without leaving feathering. I also had to redefine a few fingers that after cleaning up had lost some of their definition.

One of the figures is an LMG, and the longer barrel was warped, which I cut and pinned to straighten out.

They look very nice primed - lovely little characters and I’m looking forward to painting them.

With painting in mind, does anyone know what Maerch is holding in his left hand:

https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-maerch/ (https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-maerch/)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 18, 2024, 06:26:24 PM
With painting in mind, does anyone know what Maerch is holding in his left hand:

https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-maerch/ (https://zombiesmith.com/clash-of-rhyfles-maerch/)
Dubdeu Derringer
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The Dubdeu is an 8 gauge, double-barrel, break-open derringer..
From Western Iron.

Hopefully we will get rules for it, the Splagen and the RCO.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 18, 2024, 08:28:33 PM
Thanks - I think I’ll turn it into a large grenade or charge  :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 19, 2024, 12:52:12 PM
Of course it might turn out to be corned moth.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 19, 2024, 02:28:00 PM
 :D As it happens I’ve found a YouTube video where Josh says it’s a large grenade.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 19, 2024, 09:02:22 PM
A Swann Morten no 15 blade seems to do a quick and easy job of slicing off the flash, though I’ll have a better idea when I finish cleaning the figure tomorrow.
Ah, I have only 10a blades for my Swann Mortens.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGK6jzjF1hyJg6TpgQGH5ygtSkjfeJMzY5HGtbYW4Z0WYDiLqKDYwwxLwi0E_6SIJ7omIQMI_kmgdAo1Xa0MUlcgpB4yrPbQC1xyNgVUxyoMH3BQAeOeIWmJCXnNu_ZPdGjb_Z22uAlFdi/s1600/scalpels1.png)
And I was unaware that the material reacted badly to filing.

The Crusader officer has been cleaned up with the scalpel only. The legs are difficult to clean up.

I hope to get them based and painted this weekend

I have one finished Crusader Rhyfler ready to be photographed.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 19, 2024, 09:41:48 PM
I didn’t try filing but I’d guess it feathers
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 20, 2024, 02:46:35 PM
I didn’t try filing but I’d guess it feathers
With a vengeance.
:D As it happens I’ve found a YouTube video where Josh says it’s a large grenade.
That does make more sense, after posting I noticed the rifle barrel.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 20, 2024, 07:09:35 PM
Here are the Crusader blister packs.

Officers armed with Grifkis shotguns.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQzi2jTpcZlpkCVbjmAptCSk-3fZKIp6p3Pdy_KwBu5tV4Noa_R3oOJ-bHspnZuMYQZ2zNIj27g6JDsIJdrylpCHmLIAA8SPcUmivLERs4KlqND36_xa4W2wlDwGKirLcUCPZilUwDsyXeHtFd4HWEC-fZ_WoUig3vIYLRb-UzgtdjvhphURS2km-IVvAJ/s500/quar-crusader-officers-1.png)

H11a  light machine guns.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7_49qf3Mf5oPK4HFrINk_4lZ0wNwEYLtWwvoWruP0RQew-4yAcg_4wT3U8IjOqjhekkLrTeNF45R_qJi8UP8K8bC4IoCcIN5uX-Q6IlwudWBGKXoW_b0AFm7McXgl5_SRGyrEQz8dl4HOMgwiiD5xA6WYX29hH0nVb0EX6HWNmmuiuq4i7j_vGRErxX7u/s500/quar-crusader-h11a-lmg-1.png)

Splagen Torpedo (pitot mortar).
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh65NXuwRHnxql-Gf-t5gmfw6sWlMnwZeq75n-ADVCwuuHkW_aCrYmxxbWynbpyo1x-jdoyH_stfZTN4Cuv0i3p8rsnixVdWixzmaVjaMqQjiJIwRNS8sI5_bATqFLUJgWF-ekE6h69e6d-0CHqVHo8OMVlTZXwTpnubwECBJJlfdV3dArx4tps-pEoe1cL/s500/quar-crusader-torpedos-1.png)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 20, 2024, 07:13:16 PM
Coftyran blister packs:
Officers with pistol and sword.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB0BEKqJDIDfCHlNyzYk6JsKGX7vSFnbUbmbbLvE2W3sDQvtVq1Xh3QwQIS9uEO5ZfezPXtRUmdOfI-o0kA1XmVJK9Pf-aMqun1E8gGYCRzZMSmDPjEV8BIBh2e0b5LIyd5IdWXFYL0kQg35t8FskQcy5Kgj-ekEYbm1zIMgpmr5rlenlgljxHdyaYRxuA/s500/quar-coftyran-officers-1.png)

Trench Raiders
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg5O3q0rdp76Ovi6yHIn4ZPjNquvoVZy-93AJYNEkDMo7YJYHyXnSO2bzVDB_vL2i9SBiFaA0h5SKfvwpQ68kGNlZBEIdkQVE_2E-x2qEhm6oibSf4NNojqJW-oCt5IjvsfhZbqW8s3R1C53Izrr4QL0zjQyECHClffhQ6rL73hzStnVz3GzMzkoZUwSWL/s500/quar-raiders-1.png)

R.C.O. Field Howitzer Model 60
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglqQcSqH2jkrD1-R0qCOociqLH_p9O-5SJfDQfLJ3Uez__R78LxUxrMdfkcec9BYBOEw2ZlGTsW7IHwu7deA7zfcIoyDjb_zKXTw9KvZBDfrFL1u6y0X2PR4sKiPHm2nJd6X_-IIAqiOeaZH4jFmiDBcVwSZHtpDIlS8JoXwFacvDHzztwfTvpR0faCVdp/s500/quar-rco-1.png)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 19/12/23)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 21, 2024, 08:36:15 AM
Okay, I have a question about part 8 on the Coftyran sprue.

Is that two baguettes in the bag or large caterpillars?
Here is the sprue picture of the bag.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiULvT7YMXDW77HYOnKonhhdMRZq_TxlVtRzB_RPtYMK81YHYvnbCcjl4e5mT3ZYVyhUIpjIJSfWga0wTbzpAwbauRiojiq_rscSsvhlzo1QHhJ-IXbhMRKaPMGYYHN_mPcSoHLLpsWbGNy6N_0JAlLgi3xpvBYDonT5WQTHiIE5KXtRMq7eHDOWUEGJFG/s500/thisquarswar-11.png)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Rabbitz on April 21, 2024, 01:30:14 PM
It’s two baguettes
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Rommel on April 24, 2024, 12:21:31 PM
If I understand well, those thermoplastic miniatures are a nightmare to clean, so I don’t understand why they don’t make them in miniatures plastic? It’s like the box of Star Wars Legion I bought in the past and discovered that the plastic was not like hard miniature plastic and difficult to clean, so i abandoned!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 24, 2024, 08:15:11 PM
If I understand well, those thermoplastic miniatures are a nightmare to clean, so I don’t understand why they don’t make them in miniatures plastic?
It is a question of cost.
The mould for a sprue (or in the case of the Coftyran and Crusader figures two half sprues) is extremely expensive to have made, and you need to be sure you are selling plenty of them to make a return.

The moulds for the thermoplastic figures are much cheaper to make, but do not last as long.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 24, 2024, 09:56:51 PM
If I understand well, those thermoplastic miniatures are a nightmare to clean

I didn’t find that. I found them a lot easier to clean up than many metals. I just wouldn’t file them.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 28, 2024, 07:22:30 PM
I did not get a chance to ask on the Sarissa stand at Salute if they were going to do any buildings for TQW?

The Grub Hut printed on the box is available as a PDF if you do not want to cut up the box. An MDF version would be nice.

At the moment I am thinking of using the Warbases Paris 1625 range for some buildings.
https://warbases.co.uk/product-category/buildings/paris-1625/ (https://warbases.co.uk/product-category/buildings/paris-1625/)
They are slightly cartoony with their height to floor plan ratio.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieISTg3RHfm4eCGadm8V-WDuqvXkhldXt4GQpp6GZ6uG18zaYqLcFQHT37j10HcpYkwkd12Hvm9SGgGj5iT1GcGzDV9Lpt3tRobbWieCff9YiDjHUI2s0RvDKqyWgEBgKV3uOWJ45QMGvSMwEE0vTDpVvkt5dF2O5cNvcjfGGwRb8fiIQZwRm_fCoHUf9n/s794/quar-crusader-1-7.png)
The plan involves adding some Slater's Flint/Random Pebble Walling and Milliput render.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Silent Invader on April 29, 2024, 06:10:31 PM
FWIW I’ve started a thread for my own Quar project, here:

https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=145286.0  (https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=145286.0)

:)

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: stew on April 30, 2024, 12:15:42 AM
I think those buildings would work well.  I too have scoured the artwork and it seems Quar have everything from mid huts to iron fortresses. 
So anything would work.  The MDF shells could lend themselves to scratch built Quar add ons. 

They’re supposed to have 1930s / WWI tech and I don’t think houses had substantial differences in appearance from 100 years ago.  So I would just pick a style and go with it.  😀
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on September 08, 2024, 07:14:17 PM
Someone pointed out on Stew's thread there is an addendum (and possibly a Rhyflers handbook V2) on the Rhyfler site.
https://rhyfler.com/rulebooks/ (https://rhyfler.com/rulebooks/)
Very interesting there are force selections for Toulmore and Gwynt plus new weapons and pykpyks.

If anyone from Rhyfler.com is reading, I think the links are http, and they give my browser security indigestion. Please can you change them to https.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on September 21, 2024, 09:07:53 PM
Wargames Atlantic in their newsletter mention Fidwog is under development. I wonder if they will be shorter in stature than the Coftyran and Crusaders.

It might explain why the addendum only contains Toulmore and Gwynt.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on November 10, 2024, 07:12:03 PM
Wargames Atlantic have a preview of the Fidwog figures and sprue layout.
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0078/4764/1186/files/Fidteaser.jpg?v=1730834533)
Six Infantry plus one Fynrydhad tractor per sprue.
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/fidwogs-on-the-march (https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/fidwogs-on-the-march)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Lost Egg on November 10, 2024, 07:57:36 PM
The little tractor is cool. I wonder if the contents of each sprue works out about the same points-wise (I don't play the game so have no idea). I'd still like to pick up some of these at some point.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on November 10, 2024, 10:12:00 PM
I wonder if the contents of each sprue works out about the same points-wise (I don't play the game so have no idea).
An interesting thought.
At the moment there are no rules/points for FOD forces or tractors in the version 2 of the Rhyfler's Pocketbook rules, unlike Toulmore and Gwynt.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Gunbird on November 10, 2024, 11:19:37 PM
Loving these new additions. Pretty sure one of those tractors will be commandeerd by my Grots though, and upgunned.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on November 17, 2024, 10:01:41 AM
At Warfare I picked up the new (at least to me) figures.

The two command packs (Crusader and Coftyran) have a standard and a pykpyk handler, and four pykpyks.
The other two are Crusader Trench Raiders and Coftyran sharp shooters.

Zombiesmith.com has some additional figures and spare arms and heads, not sure when they are going to be available here.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on November 17, 2024, 06:46:02 PM
Checked the Zombiesmith.com site and they have Gwynt and Toulmore sets (Coftyran and Crusader plastic sets with heads and packs printed I think). That explain their inclusion in the addendum.

There are also a resin tractor each. The pedrails of the Coftyran one look a bit odd, as if it were an inflatable.

Wargames Atlantic only have the four packs I bought at Warfare plus digital files for arms and heads plus the Coftyran tractor.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 09, 2024, 08:53:58 AM
Wargames Atlantic have released a photograph of the first test shot of the Fidwog sprue with six Infantry plus one Fynrydhad tractor.

Once I can find a link for the picture I will post it (unless someone else has one).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: BeneathALeadMountain on December 09, 2024, 12:07:27 PM
Not sure about the tractor being part of the infantry sprue (are they organic/present in every unit? Apologies I’m still not fully au fait with it all) I think I’d rather have more infantry/bits/additions (as I’ve found the base Quar infantry a little bare) but it’s a cool little addition and I like the overall style generally.

UVS - for you sir!

(https://images.beastsofwar.com/2024/11/Quar-Fidwogs-Sprue-Wargames-Atlantic.jpg)

Ohh I just found this……..

(https://preview.redd.it/test-shots-of-the-upcoming-fidwog-sets-gator-games-and-v0-ip9tro4gzx4e1.jpeg?width=1080&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=f9659b0fe83788999e0ab7d3d7546cfdcc7af494)


Andrew
BeneathALeadMountain
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: leadfool on December 11, 2024, 11:28:30 PM
See our latest QUAR game in the VSF Adventures section 55 days at Quaroom station .  A 55 days at Peking type scenario. 

Many of the Quar were painted by Rabbitz. 
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: pixelgeek on December 12, 2024, 12:10:23 AM
Link to the thread in question

https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=147548.0
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 21, 2024, 09:38:50 PM
Not sure about the tractor being part of the infantry sprue (are they organic/present in every unit? Apologies I’m still not fully au fait with it all)
I guess we will get some up to date information with the release, but Spats and Pedrails has Fidwog Infantry squad made up of a Yawdryl with a Sketych, eight Gaefyn armed with Sketych semi-automatic rifle and one han-Gaefyn with a Bensa F6 support rifle.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: stew on December 23, 2024, 04:00:35 AM
Yes, the Fidwog FOD has teeny tiny tractor as part of the infantry. 
It’s more like mobile cover than anything else. 
Though nothing so far is a must take for the game.  So you don’t need to field the Fidwog with the etsy Betsy tractor.
I believe the Fidwog stats are included in the new addendum.  😀
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 23, 2024, 12:49:12 PM
The Fidwog built a large number of Fynrydhad tractors early in the Crusader invasion, so many that they ended up getting ploughshared as the war dragged on.

It might be that the Western Almyran invasion means that they are being re-mobilised.

The FOD, isolated, is likely to be abandoning their tractors due to logistics.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 25, 2024, 09:28:44 AM
I believe the Fidwog stats are included in the new addendum.  😀

They are not (today) in http://www.rhyfler.com/files/ClashofRhyflesAddendumv2.pdf (http://www.rhyfler.com/files/ClashofRhyflesAddendumv2.pdf)
That is still Crusader, Toulmore, Coftyran and Gwynt.
There are playtest tractor rules. That includes the rules for Fynrydhad (they count as "Squad Tractors"). The rules for the MMG are not present in either.
According to the associated illustrations, Crusader forces also have a similar tractor.

And if anyone from rhyfler.com is reading, the links really need to be https
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: stew on December 26, 2024, 05:51:26 PM
Hmmmm.   Rhyfler site isn’t up to date.  I’ll let someone know. 
On the discord and facebook the latest one is called “Addendum 1224” has FOD stats and there is new tractor rules as well.   They’re pretty big updates.  😀
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 28, 2024, 11:33:09 AM
Hmmmm.   Rhyfler site isn’t up to date.  I’ll let someone know. 
On the discord and facebook the latest one is called “Addendum 1224” has FOD stats and there is new tractor rules as well.   They’re pretty big updates.  😀

Cool, thanks.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 05, 2025, 05:21:14 PM
Latest post on the Wargames Atlantic site:
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/two-new-sets-coming-soon (https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/two-new-sets-coming-soon)
Though only one is Quar.
Quote
pre-order starting Friday January 10th and will be released on Friday January 24th to all customers worldwide.
Hopefully North Star will be stocking them (I have a list for them already).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: stew on January 08, 2025, 04:15:28 AM
Rhyfler.com now has the latest addendum and tractor rules.   
Just FYIs.

Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 09, 2025, 06:27:05 PM
Rhyfler.com now has the latest addendum and tractor rules.   
Just FYIs.
Cool, thanks.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: manic _miner on January 10, 2025, 07:37:28 PM
 Two blister packs of Fidwog miniatures have also been released.
 This was in the New Wargames Atlantic news letter.
 Also other sets of Quar mentioned.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 10, 2025, 09:22:16 PM
Two blister packs of Fidwog miniatures have also been released.
 This was in the New Wargames Atlantic news letter.
 Also other sets of Quar mentioned.
Photos on the Zombiesmith.com site.

The officers have the Bogen barrels slung beneath their packs (a Fidwog feature).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 11, 2025, 08:05:05 PM
Wargames Atlantic email mentions the followingin file prep:
Coftyran Specialists
Crusader Command
Crusader Specialists
Coftyran Chyweethl tractor
Crusader Ailthean tractor
Western Arnyaran infantry
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 13, 2025, 08:26:02 PM
And the Fidwogs are on preorder on the North Star site https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=18957 (https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=18957).
As well as the WA site.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 30, 2025, 08:24:56 PM
The Fidwogs are so cute* and appear shorter than the Crusaders.

The Fynrydhad is under construction.

* Do not tell them or they will undermine my house.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: jambo1 on January 31, 2025, 04:34:14 AM
Got my Fidwog Rhyfler box plus miners pack and officer pack, hopefully get round to making them up this weekend. I already have a 6 man metal squad still half painted from ages ago so may well get them done too!! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 02, 2025, 10:05:07 AM
First Fynrydhad tractor assembled.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsBA0KInzZjhs546qayXNdtK_fm98P74kox91gMPCVWEeY-MB9D-q5cHu5r8cwADKvAuNLULj0J8HSXONyWLFjoavTp29Er9r0UCU0DaK-N4vKM2eNTe_Sw3rwUR7CiPHmR-es2aI8seekByxsUkmA0refi98ZahreB7rb5lNNg63fw60T-ERSzcZBNrBj/s500/fidwog-11.png)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Lost Egg on February 02, 2025, 11:58:56 AM
That's very twee.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 06, 2025, 09:16:04 PM
So any thoughts on preferred colours for FOD infantry?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 16, 2025, 06:59:10 PM
Having looked at the Zombiesmith.com site, there appears to be a new faction in the shop: Gloam Hyyn.

They even have their own Squeedle Tractor, which looks slightly odd (lacking recoil space for the cannon if it is not a machine gun).
There are also some very odd animals.
Rhyfler weapons appear to be Coftyran.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on February 17, 2025, 06:20:42 AM
Having looked at the Zombiesmith.com site, there appears to be a new faction in the shop: Gloam Hyyn.

They even have their own Squeedle Tractor, which looks slightly odd (lacking recoil space for the cannon if it is not a machine gun).
There are also some very odd animals.
Rhyfler weapons appear to be Coftyran.

they're a Coftyran city-state, sorta like the Gwynts. Swamp dwellers, who are less well off than most of Coftyr. MishMash on YT did a video on them (understandable, they're a faction he helped create)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cVJ_Szsx1g
 
also WGA was showing off a new Quar sprue the Coftyran Officers Sprue, with parts for officers, pykpyk handlers, standard bearers, Cooks, and Musician (drummer)
(https://xenforum.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/uploads/wargames-atlantic/i0iurvo.jpg)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 17, 2025, 06:19:55 PM
Thanks for the video link.

Ooh, that looks interesting.
I was expecting that to be a half sprue.
The part numbers are a bit odd.

Any idea what A52 is?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on February 17, 2025, 07:49:08 PM
Any idea what A52 is?
empty helmet i think.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 17, 2025, 09:03:43 PM
empty helmet i think.
I see what you mean, cool.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 19, 2025, 06:33:48 PM
Thanks for the video, interesting hearing the background (and mentions of additional books).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 21, 2025, 06:01:32 PM
Having watched a number of Mishmash's video's, the video showing the Western Arnyara figures show that female quar have shorter noses and are mammals.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on February 21, 2025, 10:13:02 PM
update from the new WGA weekly update..

Coftyran Command (T1 March 2)
Crusader Specialists (Tooling)
Coftyran Chyweethl Tractor (Tooling)
Coftyran Specialists (Layout)
Crusader Command (File Prep)
Crusader Ailthean Tractor (File Prep)
Western Arnyaran Infantry (File Prep)
Creevish Rhyflers (File Prep)


this is the first mention of Creevish figures in plastic. a surprise, but a welcome one.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 22, 2025, 08:51:55 PM
Ooh Gwyldyfin.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: jambo1 on February 23, 2025, 05:13:59 AM
Nice new faction and seems WGA have plenty on the go, excellent news! :)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 23, 2025, 11:27:49 AM
update from the new WGA weekly update..
...
Creevish Rhyflers (File Prep)


this is the first mention of Creevish figures in plastic. a surprise, but a welcome one.
It is the first mention of Creevin figures in the new figure range, everybody else has a horrible  resin,  3d print or STL digital version available.

This might indicate confidence in the range, going straight to plastic.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: anevilgiraffe on February 25, 2025, 12:40:10 PM
female quar have shorter noses and are mammals.

what are the males then?  lol
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on February 26, 2025, 01:09:38 AM
i think he's trying make a reference to the distinctive feature of the chest region on female mammals.

which on quar appear to be largely not present. (perhaps like most mammals IRL they only really appear as needed for the raising of their offspring?)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 27, 2025, 07:06:35 AM
i think he's trying make a reference to the distinctive feature of the chest region on female mammals.

which on quar appear to be largely not present. (perhaps like most mammals IRL they only really appear as needed for the raising of their offspring?)
Yes, the Arnyaran figures appear to exhibit dimorphism, we are not talking about bad fantasy art levels though.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on March 09, 2025, 04:55:58 PM
Just watched a Mishmash video on painting quar civilians which includes a moth pie vendor which is new but not on the Zombiesmith.com site (yet).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: stew on March 09, 2025, 08:37:45 PM
Yeah, if looking for civilians and like stuff on the ZS there is only the farmer with the giant beetle, the mechanic, and some small animals.   

Though stuff does make its way from  MMF to ZS and Strange Plastic fairly frequently and regularly.  😀
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on March 10, 2025, 01:13:55 AM
my understanding is that pretty much everything from MMF other than the tribe loyalty rewards will make it over eventually, they just stay MMF exclusives for several months before appearing.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 05, 2025, 09:31:33 AM
More new stuff due soon.
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/hard-plastic-quar-command-boxes-incoming (https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/hard-plastic-quar-command-boxes-incoming)
Hard plastic Command sets for the Crusaders and Coftyran
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0078/4764/1186/files/Crusader_Command_Box_Large_dfef4408-e6b4-45a4-8728-4999976cc360.png?v=1743726296)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0078/4764/1186/files/Coftyran_Command_Large_ec36a347-4ad1-458e-9b7f-5cfb0de1ccae.png?v=1743726296)

I love the Crusader with the gramophone.

Will they make it to Salute?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Lost Egg on April 05, 2025, 09:47:06 AM
It's interesting that WGA have gone with plastic command as well, they must have big plans and confidence in the game. It'd great to see a long standing niche game make it big.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on April 06, 2025, 04:21:02 AM
They have specialists coming next month. Anti tank teams, snipers, trench raiders..

And tanks within a few months.

Plus there is a mass battle ruleset coming by the end of the year, supposedly. Probably an update if "this Quars war"
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 06, 2025, 06:20:27 PM
Yes.

Latest Wargames Atlantic email says:
Coftyran and Crusader command are packing.
Coftyran and Crusader specialists are having their box design.
Western Arnyaran infantry 16 April.
Coftyran Chyweethl tractor 23/28 April.
Crusader  Ailthean tractor 16/18 May
Creevish Rhyflers (layout)
Fidwog specialists (File prep).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Lost Egg on April 06, 2025, 06:49:34 PM
Wow, that is quite a line up of kits. Good news!
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on April 06, 2025, 07:23:01 PM
Yes.

Latest Wargames Atlantic email says:
Coftyran and Crusader command are packing.
Coftyran and Crusader specialists are having their box design.
Western Arnyaran infantry 16 April.
Coftyran Chyweethl tractor 23/28 April.
Crusader  Ailthean tractor 16/18 May
Creevish Rhyflers (layout)
Fidwog specialists (File prep).
The dates on the latter bits are the T1 test dates, when they run the first sprues to dial in the settings. So another month or two after that before they'd would be released, assuming everything goes well.

And last weekly update I saw the fidwog specialists and creevish ryhflers had been moved up and the tractors moved back. Presumably because of all the teething issues the Mauler vehicle kit WGA's The Damned line had, with them wanting to ensure they've got multi-spru vehicle kits figured out.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 06, 2025, 07:29:28 PM
Hmm, I wonder if the Chyweethl will have an option for a Wanamoch Light Gun Tractor, Western Iron has it as modified Chyweethl (open topped).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 06, 2025, 07:34:49 PM
Latest Wargames Atlantic email says:
Coftyran and Crusader command are packing.
Coftyran and Crusader specialists are having their box design.
Western Arnyaran infantry 16 April.
Coftyran Chyweethl tractor 23/28 April.
Crusader  Ailthean tractor 16/18 May
Creevish Rhyflers (layout)
Fidwog specialists (File prep).
The dates on the latter bits are the T1 test dates, when they run the first sprues to dial in the settings. So another month or two after that before they'd would be released, assuming everything goes well.

And last weekly update I saw the fidwog specialists and creevish ryhflers had been moved up and the tractors moved back. Presumably because of all the teething issues the Mauler vehicle kit WGA's The Damned line had, with them wanting to ensure they've got multi-spru vehicle kits figured out.
That is transcribed from this Friday's email, I had assumed they were not actual release dates (as preorder for the command sets is the 11th).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on April 07, 2025, 07:05:59 AM
The dates on the latter bits are the T1 test dates, when they run the first sprues to dial in the settings. So another month or two after that before they'd would be released, assuming everything goes well.

And last weekly update I saw the fidwog specialists and creevish ryhflers had been moved up and the tractors moved back. Presumably because of all the teething issues the Mauler vehicle kit WGA's The Damned line had, with them wanting to ensure they've got multi-spru vehicle kits figured out.

That is transcribed from this Friday's email, I had assumed they were not actual release dates (as preorder for the command sets is the 11th).
that makes the difference, i hadn't had a chance to read the most recent email before posting. the tank and the fidwog&Creevin sets have been going back and forth in the schedule every week it seems.
i guess if the tanks have moved up again, that means the work on the Mauler truck kit is going well?
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 07, 2025, 06:10:55 PM
I wonder if the Baliog will be made in plastic.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 13, 2025, 08:57:47 AM
Nothing much to report from Salute, picked up Fidwog Dice, officers and miners (and Baron's War -?-).

Though I did get a sprue of Coftyran in the Salute goodie bag.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on April 13, 2025, 09:24:37 AM
I wonder if the Baliog will be made in plastic.

probably not in the near future. but who knows? if the mass combat version takes off well enough, you might just see that eventually.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on May 15, 2025, 06:25:47 PM
So I wonder if North Star will be selling the latest Quar (Command and Specialists).
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on May 31, 2025, 01:30:13 PM
So I wonder if North Star will be selling the latest Quar (Command and Specialists).
The answer is YES!
Crusader Command
https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19301 (https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19301)

Coftyran Command
https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19302 (https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19302)

Coftyran Specialists
https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19305 (https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19305)

Crusader Specialists
https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19306 (https://www.northstarfigures.com/prod.php?prod=19306)

I suspect North Star added these once they began to receive them from WGA.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on June 05, 2025, 05:34:24 PM
And ordered.
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on June 29, 2025, 08:38:33 AM
Interesting snippet in a WGA post:
Quote
Conversely, the new Quar Tractors molds are in the UK and will run soon so these sets will be out to the UK and everywhere other than the US before the molds ship to the US and we run the plastic and box it here.
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/updates-on-both-sides-of-pond-production (https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/updates-on-both-sides-of-pond-production)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on August 23, 2025, 03:57:28 PM
Some more figures from Zombiesmith.com-
Two packs of critters:
Flalhunds
Quote
Despite its chaotic nature it remains a surprisingly loyal creature—if not to a single handler, then to a particular trench, cookfire, or pile of old boots it decides to claim.
Chyrelloks- an Arnyaran predator

Plus two Honoured Aunts, a Gwynt cook and the AUM E4 HMG (which reminds me of the British Smith Gun).

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_Gun (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_Gun)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on August 28, 2025, 05:38:59 AM
i'd wondered what the onion shooting weapon in Dad's army was when i watch through it recently.
https://youtu.be/k52x7MgP0bM?t=1391
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on August 29, 2025, 09:31:51 PM
i'd wondered what the onion shooting weapon in Dad's army was when i watch through it recently.
https://youtu.be/k52x7MgP0bM?t=1391
Not available in the UK, but
https://www.imfdb.org/wiki/Dad%27s_Army#Other_Weapons (https://www.imfdb.org/wiki/Dad%27s_Army#Other_Weapons)
(https://www.imfdb.org/images/thumb/2/29/Dads_Army-057-SmithGun-1.jpg/750px-Dads_Army-057-SmithGun-1.jpg)
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: mithril on August 30, 2025, 01:34:11 AM
that page seems to be lacking the chinese rocket cart from (iirc) the 2nd episode
Title: Re: A thread for all things Quar by Zombiesmith (updated 10/04/24)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on September 15, 2025, 06:34:08 PM
In the WA email this week there was mention of two tractors next week (probably on preorder).

I am guessing COFTYRAN CHYWEETHL TRACTOR and CRUSADER AILTHEAN TRACTOR as they are in the queue.