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Title: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Backyardpatrol on May 18, 2011, 02:11:28 AM
After Matakishis inspiration I too wish to embark on a Hyborian project. Can anyone recommend me some Ape men miniatures in 28mm? They don't have to be completely Simian, as Howard describes them as not quite Ape, not quite man.
 I have the D+D War apes, they're too Simian, and armored. I'm thinking buff Neanderthals...
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: UncleRhino on May 18, 2011, 03:26:27 AM
Old AD&D Taers from Ral Partha are really nice...good luck finding them, however.  I did a happy dance when I found a blister of them last year at a convention for cheap.

Ryan
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: matakishi on May 18, 2011, 07:46:05 AM
These are the Taers (masquerading here as beastmen of Opar)

(http://www.matakishi.com/Tarzan%20army%2010%20600.jpg)
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Gluteus Maximus on May 18, 2011, 09:25:58 AM
Quote from: Backyardpatrol on May 18, 2011, 02:11:28 AM
I'm thinking buff Neanderthals...

There are these from Magister Militum:

(http://www.navigatorminiatures.com/uploads/images_products_large/10457.jpg)

Three sets of hunters, one of women and children. Lots of furs - maybe not what you're after for Hyboria.

Or these from Eureka Minis USA:

(http://www.eurekaminusa.com/images/productimages/100MSC01.jpg)

Quite ape-like, but not a very good range of poses.

Maybe these from Steve Barber:

(http://www.sbarber-models.clara.net/html/setfigs.GIF)

Four sets of warriors, one of "civilians". Nice, but a bit "Raquel Welch"  ;)

Copplestone's cavemen and women are very nice, but more Cimmerian than Neanderthal. None of the above are particularly "apeman" in appearance, but might just work for you.
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Earther on May 18, 2011, 09:53:57 AM
Copplestone's Yetis?
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Andrew May on May 18, 2011, 01:13:47 PM
Magister Militum do some trogs that might work.
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: white knight on May 18, 2011, 05:46:44 PM
I personally love these guys:

(http://paizo.com/image/product/catalog/PZO/PZO2003_500.jpeg)
Game Mastery "Throne of the Gorilla King set".
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Backyardpatrol on May 18, 2011, 10:13:12 PM
Love the suggestions so far! I found these: Price is right, if they can be rebased.

Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: LeadAsbestos on May 18, 2011, 11:17:52 PM
Quote from: white knight on May 18, 2011, 05:46:44 PM
I personally love these guys:

(http://paizo.com/image/product/catalog/PZO/PZO2003_500.jpeg)
Game Mastery "Throne of the Gorilla King set".

Thank you! Solved a problem of mine too!
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: magokiron on May 19, 2011, 03:25:16 AM
As always with MATAKISHI, this project is a PIECE OF BEAUTY, and I eagerly wait to see more of your work.

Quote from: matakishi on May 18, 2011, 07:46:05 AM
These are the Taers (masquerading here as beastmen of Opar)

(http://www.matakishi.com/Tarzan%20army%2010%20600.jpg)

I really like those minis. Who makes them?

Thanks.
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Andrew May on May 19, 2011, 09:24:12 AM
Oop Ral Partha dnd line unfortunately.
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Gluteus Maximus on May 19, 2011, 10:31:21 AM
There is an alternative, although  not cheap I'm afraid  :(

Hasslefree do a set of 5 Orc heads, for £3.00, which are slightly ape-ish. You could plonk them on top of suitable torsoes and add some gorilla-style hair with green-stuff:

(http://www.hasslefreeminiatures.co.uk/catalog/hfl106.jpg)

Perhaps they would be suitable, if you are happy to convert and have a fair bit of cash  ;)

There are also these from Black Cat Bases:

(http://blackcatbases.com/bmz_cache/5/57c1b5018bff9560c55dc58ba0333d0f.image.382x300.JPG)

Slightly cheaper at £2.00 for 4, more ape-like, but they seem a bit "non-aggressive" which may not fit with the figures you want.
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: Backyardpatrol on May 19, 2011, 06:44:25 PM
Quote
Slightly cheaper at £2.00 for 4, more ape-like, but they seem a bit "non-aggressive" which may not fit with the figures you want.

Funny you should post those, as I was thinking how animated Mantics zombies and ghouls are and I was thinking if I could just come up with the right head I'd be half way there!
Title: Re: Conan project of my own: Ape men?
Post by: magokiron on May 22, 2011, 01:32:45 AM
Quote from: Andrew May on May 19, 2011, 09:24:12 AM
Oop Ral Partha dnd line unfortunately.

Damn!  >:(

Well, thanks anyhow.

Best wishes.