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Miniatures Adventure => Future Wars => Topic started by: Penchour on 13 October 2011, 03:10:32 PM
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I'm trying to work on "V" (Visitors : TV series from 80's), yet lack of information on uniforms. Anyone has an idea of where I could find pix, description of grades, military structure and whatsoever ? :?
I'm painting my first proxie right now, based on Crooked Dice's Time Lift Security Detachment (picture expected within hours ;) ), but I'll need more consistent data before painting in mass (surely also need a bit of modifications, like shades and helmets, for some ...)
So far, I only collected a dozen of pix, more or less usefull, so I'm picking anything you've got for documentation.
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Let me see what I can dig up. In the meantime ...
(http://www.icollector.com/images/1202/14989/14989_0649_5_lg.jpg)
(http://v.popapostle.com/images/episodes/V80/Unity/old-uniform.jpg)
(https://www.julienslive.com/images/lot/13617/0/lot13617.jpg)
(http://www.icollector.com/images/1202/14989/14989_0649_4_lg.jpg)
(https://www.julienslive.com/images/lot/13616/0/lot13616.jpg)
(http://www.julienslive.com/images/lot/31531/0/lot31531.jpg)
This may be really useful:
http://www.scifihero.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=6664
More later.
Dan
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Thanx Dan. I can't wait the next bunch of references you'll find ;)
first painted attempt
(http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/503/50403393.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/26/50403393.jpg/)
Not too bad I think. I'll come with a first bunch of troopers wearing caps, but I'm intending to proceed to more 'advanced' transformation in the 2d wave of minis.
Also found a shuttle here :
(http://www.daemonscape.com/contents/media/l_dsc02678.jpg)
it's a VTOL sold by Daemonscape, yet license is (was ?) GZG.
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I wish I knew how to re-post those photos directly, like you just did, so all can see the pics in those links.
Anyway, I've gotta go to the hospital to see my Mom (87 years old). They might be releasing her today, so I have to be there to take her to her house.
I posted a bunch of stuff on TMP on the "Visitors", but I promise to dig up and post more for you here.
Dan
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If you highlight the normal link with the 'jpg' at the end (by holding left click and dragging over the link to give it a blue covering) and then click on the framed picture in the tool bar above (second on the left, just above the smilies), you will end up with [img 'YOUR LINK' /img] (there will be square brackets after the first img and before the second as well). That will post the pic in the thread.
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I love the idea, and think using the CD time lift was a great idea that I might have to borrow. I hope you post this on the CD forum as well.
Any ideas what heads and such you'll use for Vistors showing their true colors, or maybe those with only a little lizard showing through some battle damage.
Cool stuff.
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Any ideas what heads and such you'll use for Vistors showing their true colors, or maybe those with only a little lizard showing through some battle damage.
You read my mind ;) So far I didn't come with a valuable idea ... I might use some of that Star Wars bounty hunter head .... can't remember his name, but since that's the one with the lizard head, shouldn't be that difficult to find. If you've any idea, I'll gladly see it ;)
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Inso,
Thanks so much! Photo problem corrected now in my first post.
Dan
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Bossk:
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/d/d2/Bossk.jpg)
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I've got a buddy who is making the squad ships and transports...but in 15mil. :? Still, really cool idea! Great show as well. The star baby gave me nightmares for ages! lol
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Bossk:
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/d/d2/Bossk.jpg)
Yes, that one ! Must have a couple of SWCM somewhere .... I'll check the head and see if it can handle some surgery ;)
@ Uncle Mike : you mean the blondhaired babe or his brother ? ;p
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lol I remember watching from the top of the stairs and seeing that scaly green little monster! lol Man, it frightened me for ages!
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Baby wants a kiss !
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_8I01vTQh6jI/SuDy7VVkPrI/AAAAAAAAISw/m_b8ZoZFNis/s400/Alien+Baby+Full+Screen+V.png)
What I remember was the noise it was making while breathing ... yet unsure I'll need to make a miniature for it
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These would make good shocktroopers for the V series:
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Inso/Interpol3.jpg)
Interpol from somewhere I can't remember at the moment... ???
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These would make good shocktroopers for the V series:
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Inso/Interpol3.jpg)
Interpol from somewhere I can't remember at the moment... ???
I've got a couple of them from East Riding (just need to find them back ....): http://shop.eastridingminiatures.co.uk/interpol-pack-1969-p.asp
That may be an idea to work on ... I'll let you know ;)
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Uncle Mike: "I've got a buddy who is making the squad ships and transports...but in 15mil."
Please, Uncle Mike, tell me more!!!
Thanks,
Dan
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Next time I'm over at his I'll ask. From what I remember the standard shuttle is a front and back. The bigger squad ship or water carrier or whatever they were is just an insert for the middle. Quite clever really. I'll also inquire about price.
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more images on the shuttle :
(http://application.denofgeek.com/images/m/75spaceships/main/visitor_shuttle.jpg)
(http://application.denofgeek.com/images/m/75spaceships/main/vcrane.jpg)
(http://artzone.daz3d.com/azfiles/gallery/09/h1/9o8xze5h7nk9hkxvapk1our428n3az-pre.jpg)
(http://johnkennethmuir.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/eagle2.jpg)
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I've nearly finished sculpting up 4 "not-V's"
It's just their guns I'm having trouble with.
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oh no you don't, those are for me, not anyone else! ;)
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Heresy miniatures inspectors will be perfect for vistors in peak caps:
(http://www.heresyminiatures.com/shop/images/large/inspectorsdeal_1.jpg)
Also no issue with those demonscape vehicles, Jon (GZG) did indeed sell these on for demonscape to produce.
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Check out this PDF file:
http://www.kennethjohnson.us/files/V-Ship_Drawings_rotated.pdf
And some of the pictures I posted on these TMP threads might still be worth a look:
http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=204095
http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=209595
http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=131447
http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=181140
Enjoy.
Dan
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Just one thing about V the series, how come it took the humans so long to realise the "visitors" were bad guys, nobody picked up on the swastika like symbol on their uniforms and ships, doh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Just one thing about V the series, how come it took the humans so long to realise the "visitors" were bad guys, nobody picked up on the swastika like symbol on their uniforms and ships, doh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's actually a plot point, there is one old man who does and people won't listen to him until it's all too late.
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That's actually a plot point, there is one old man who does and people won't listen to him until it's all too late.
Oh well, I must have missed that bit, can't say I was a big fan. I thought the updated version was going to be better, but I can't say that it turned out to be.
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Instead of Bossk, you might want to use a Trandoshan head. Same race as Bossk, cheaper more common figure.
http://www.trollandtoad.com/products/search.php?searchmode=basic&search_category=1424&search_words=Trandoshan&Image1.x=21&Image1.y=9
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Instead of Bossk, you might want to use a Trandoshan head. Same race as Bossk, cheaper more common figure.
Excellent suggestions. There should be at least one of the heads and some other body parts that would come in the right proportion with CD minis
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I've been gathering minis to do the 'modern' version of V.
The show was bad enough to be good!
The orginal V was certainly in that category.
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Well, I'm told tha blue is considered a calming color, as opposed to warlike red.
(http://rebelcomix.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/v-laura-vandervoort-as-lisa-01-crop.jpg)
A less fascist would help too.
You do want to keep the human cattle calm, right? lol
Dan
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(http://rebelcomix.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/v-laura-vandervoort-as-lisa-01-crop.jpg)
That cleavage is not keeping me calm... not at all... :-*
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Be careful the East Riding Miniatures are far taller than usual 28-30mm.
Some ideas :
Star Wars Kota's Militia and Elite Kota's Militia :
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/Darktimes_15KotasMilitia.jpg)
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/Darktimes_14KotasEliteMilitia.jpg)
Czerka Scientist :
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/czerka_scientist.jpg)
Galactic Alliance Scout :
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/galactic_alliance_scout.jpg)
Galactic Alliance Trooper :
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/galactic_alliance_trooper.jpg)
and of course Star Wars Empire officers :
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/29_imperialofficer.jpg)
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/imperial_security_officer.jpg)
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/star_destroyer_officer.jpg)
(http://www.tritex-games.co.uk/js/tinymce/plugins/imagemanager/files/products_minatures_starwars/imperial_officer_AE.jpg)
There is also a resin shuttle model kit :
http://www.frontiermodels.co.uk/V-Visitor-Scout-Ship-p-17871.html
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Just added a few more pix to my blog :
http://penchslair.blogspot.com/
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Q8jS-2Z0_B0/Tp1U_kLid-I/AAAAAAAAABs/9bT9bZeyVJY/s1600/DSC04924.JPG)
I'm waiting for my next CD delivery to work on helmeted troopers and a charismatic leader. Stay tuned ;)
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oh no you don't, those are for me, not anyone else! ;)
Alright alright! ::)
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Alright alright! ::)
there's a good sculpting monkey. I may feed you this week lol
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I reeeeeaallly dig what you're doing here! I'm working on a Traveller project so I know how much time you spend making sure things are 'just right'!
I like your blog, but couldn't find a button to allow me to follow it. Any ideas?
Also, I like your sci-fi scenery bits, where did you get them?
Eagerly awaiting more pics,
Faust
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@ faust23
Thanks for the kind words ;). That follower's button only appears when it wants to .. by refreshing the page, you should find it pop like a devil out of his box ^^
The scenaries you mention mainly come from Ainsty (http://www.ainsty-castings.co.uk/ (http://www.ainsty-castings.co.uk/)), within their refinery range. The building appearing on one of the pix is made of facades released by Pardulon (http://www.pardulon-models.com/ (http://www.pardulon-models.com/)).
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I love what you've done with these. I wanted those Time Lift Security figures for some time. I just couldn't decided what to make of them. I think you've made up my mind.
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Someone already makes visitor shuttles.... ;)
http://www.frontiermodels.co.uk/search.php?mode=search&page=1
There isn't a ruler, in the shot, but it is 3 1/2 inches long
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Some more inspiration, posted by anevilgiraffe on Frothers
http://www.flickr.com/photos/toromodel/sets/72157623195369346/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/toromodel/sets/72157622728149078/
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4137/4904099482_b0ceb17f7f.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4077/4903512573_1f08ae0ca3.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4136/4903514221_ebf9934351.jpg)
Thanks Vyper, for letting me know about this thread.
Interesting use of the CD troopers
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Great thread. :D
How can you go wrong with 'V'?
You cant!
Will be following this with interest. ;D
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Here comes the WIP shot :
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/4369/dsc04960fb.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/819/dsc04960fb.jpg/)
Beside Anna and young Starchild, there are 3 modified miniatures : first comes with a lezard head with shades, retaken from a Star Wars plastic mini (maybe turn him into some high rank NPC, or special commando ... have to figure this out), the 2 others are guards on which I put the helmets from East Riding corporate cops (bringing more dynamic poses to the gang). Still another one to work on (including shades), and I'll have a whole staff of Visitors (exception made of a female pair that should be done one CD release their "angels" from the Time Lift project ... then I'll try to come with an heroic staff including a female scientist, a reporter and a zealous mercenary (for that very one, I might have an idea on what mini to use)
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Great stuff!
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Great stuff!
Don't suppose there will be some alternative heads coming out to make life easier for mere mortals?
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Don't suppose there will be some alternative heads coming out to make life easier for mere mortals?
Try the Frankenstein's way and practice your own surgery ;)
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Great thread. :D
How can you go wrong with 'V'?
You cant!
Will be following this with interest. ;D
have you seen the new remake of V - that's how you can go wrong with it, american cop/detective show instead of sci-fi wrong :'(
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have you seen the new remake of V - that's how you can go wrong with it, american cop/detective show instead of sci-fi wrong :'(
oh yeah the orginal Show was so much better :'(
i thought V is for Victory ;) Nice Project keep em coming!
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have you seen the new remake of V - that's how you can go wrong with it, american cop/detective show instead of sci-fi wrong :'(
No, I have not seen the remake.
A friend told me it was pony, so I didnt bother.
It seems that you reinforce that view!
(Sounds a bit like Alien Nation-More pony IMO....
I was referring to the original series.
A classic!
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worse than alien nation - it was more like a naff version of CSI or similar, just with some token effects to say 'yes, these uber-pretty flawless pretty people' really are aliens, and the odd bit of CGI for a ship or shuttle etc. It was soooooooo slow and boring compared to the original. I wish they had just bought it up to date instead of sodding around with it :'(
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I quite liked the new V, also Alien Nation. :)
It was a very different show than the original V, sometimes I think remakes that are so far from the original are hurt by, not helped by association with the source.
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The old series was definitely better.
But I did find one reason to watch the new one.
(http://www.michaelmccurry.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/morena-baccarin.jpg)
(http://www.thevfiles.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Morena-Baccarin-1.jpg)
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The old series was definitely better.
But I did find one reason to watch the new one.
You've spotted the only good point in V2 (IMO) ;)
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I wish we had a Hamm figure that looked like Michael Ironside. A painter can dream I guess......
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I wish we had a Hamm figure that looked like Michael Ironside. A painter can dream I guess......
Ummmmm...?
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I wish we had a Hamm figure that looked like Michael Ironside. A painter can dream I guess......
We've been discussing possible proxies on the CD forum, maybe you could find some interest in the late discussion :
http://www.crooked-dice.co.uk/forum/Blah.pl?m-1318526627/s-60/
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Ummmmm...?
Michael Ironside played a black leather jacket MAC-10 with armor piercing ammo packing badass named Hamm who was from the larger Resistance in the original V.
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Damn that's funny Penchour; I was thinking about Grant as well. He's in my hobby room waiting to be painted as a Mercenary Commander for my Traveller project. :) Great minds & all that...
I was also thinking maybe using one of the Heresy trench coat gangers in a conversion with Grant possibly....?
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I think there's a large variety of choices for converting an accurate Hamm. Now I really like Grant's general pose and look ... I'll say he only is the laziest option ;)
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back online with some new pix !
(http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/3234/dsc04981of.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/821/dsc04981of.jpg/)
That's a quick shot, as more may be seen at http://penchslair.blogspot.com/ ;)
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Really love the painting on the new figures.
I thinks the red on the figures is very well done.
Look forward to seeing more on your project.
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Updated blog with 2 more characters for V : Anna and Klaus. Have a look here :
http://penchslair.blogspot.com/