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Title: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: Chairface on 26 February 2012, 03:36:02 AM
Ever since Foundry's Tribes of Legend rules were released I've been interested in Greek Myth gaming. I've been doing an extensive search for miniature sources and have put this together:

Foundry – Foundry has some of the best and worst Mythological minis out there.  The release of tribes Of Legend has spurred interest in Greek Myth gaming. Many of the earlier packs feature incredible sculpts that cry our for a paintbrush. Unfortunately the newer releases are of mixed quality. Like them or hate them, Foundry has the largest and most varied variety of Greek Mythology figures.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=38327.0;attach=5578;image)
(http://www.shop.battlefield-berlin.de/img_big/bd17778550c624e6e1b6894ef833f03e.jpg) (http://www.foundryfantasy.com/_images/thumbs/wg403_1298042662_340x223.png)
 http://www.foundryfantasy.com/miniatures/collections/greek_mythology/#

Reaper – These are just a few of the superb and affordable Myth related miniatures  in Reaper’s incredible catalogue. There is a monster for any mythic occasion and the figure finder is a valuable tool.

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/03437_w_1.jpg)(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02702_G.jpg)                                                                     (http://width=350=278]http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02172_G.jpg)
(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02833_G.jpg)(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02696_G.jpg)

http://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore

Bronze Age

I can’t say enough good things about this small range of miniatures. Matakishi recently painted up a few that look amazing. A warning, they are 32mm, a bit bigger that 28mm, but Achilles, Hercules and Perseus should be slightly larger than life anyways. In addition there are some fantastic looking centaurs in the fantasy section.

(http://www.bronzeagemin.com/IMAGES/miniatures/25MM/Historical/32mm-greeks/Greek%20Heroes%20set%201/Greek-Heroes-set-1.jpg)
(http://www.bronzeagemin.com/IMAGES/miniatures/25MM/Fantasy/Skeletons/Skeletal-greeks-set.jpg) http://www.bronzeagemin.com/miniatures_html/32MM/historical/Greeks/greeks32mm.htm

Chiltern / SHQ
A fairly thorough collection of the Gods and Heroes of Greek Myth originally from Chiltern and now available through SHQ. I was of the opinion  that these were fairly low quality, but I realized when I saw the following pictures that with a good coat of paint they could look beautiful.
(http://blog.pierrickauger.fr/__oneclick_uploads/2008/01/gg2501.jpg)
(http://blog.pierrickauger.fr/__oneclick_uploads/2008/01/gg2503.jpg)
http://www.shqminiatures.co.uk/Ranges/25mmFantasy/fantasymain.php?UID=20120225205205174.114.71.144
Blog: http://blog.pierrickauger.fr/category/jeux-de-figurines/page/14/

Grenadier/ Mirliton

These are from the Monsters of Myth box set, long out of print. Mega Minis has a few in their catalogue but for the most past eBay is your best bet. Edit Thanks to Area23 who has pointed out that most of the range is available from the good folks at Mirliton
(http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~tpope/sol/grenadier/images/6004.jpg)

http://www.mirliton.it/index.php?cName=fantasy-2528mm-creatures
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~tpope/sol/grenadier/fantasy-lords-boxed-sets.html

Steve Barber – Some decent models here. The tree with the Golden Fleece is a must have for an Argonaut game.

(http://www.sbarber-models.clara.net/images/heroes1.JPG)
(http://www.sbarber-models.clara.net/images/gmb567.jpg) http://www.sbarber-models.clara.net/main.html

Eureka – A nice selection of Satyrs, Centaurs, Amazons with a few excellent skeletal hoplites

(http://eurekamin.com.au/product_thumb.php?img=images/100MYT13.jpg&w=66&h=80)(http://width=80 height=73]http://eurekamin.com.au/product_thumb.php?img=images/100SKL02.jpg&w=80&h=73)
http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_126_715

ShadowForge - Another Australian company that makes some great looking female models. I haven't visited their website in a while and was pleased to see not only female warriors, but Satyrs and Centaurs as well. I was especially impressed with the Dionesean Maenads which seem particularily useful.

(http://www.shadowforge.com.au/images/1fac111.jpg)

http://www.shadowforge.com.au/ in the Fantasy section

Crocodile Games - Wargods of Olympus - A very nice looking range with an interesting mix of Spartans, Titans, Myceneans and Satyrs. Well sculpted although I'm not crazy about the Titans.
(https://www.crocodilegames.com/content/storeImg/WGO-703.jpg)(https://www.crocodilegames.com/content/storeImg/WGO-104.jpg)
https://www.crocodilegames.com/store/itemList.cfm?catID=18&sort=prodID

Heroclix – there are a handful of useful figures in this large range, on both the DC and Marvel side of things. Here are just a few, Hercules and Ares. I love the Ares Marvel version of Ares in particular.

(http://www.hcrealms.com/gallery/data/554/ares.jpg) (http://www.blueratgames.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/h/e/hercules_026.jpg)

Fenryll There are several nice models available in resin from Fenryll. They have most of the common Greek monsters and the temple below is lovely and on my to buy list. I was particularily struck by their version of Athena. It is in 54mm scale, but shouldn't the gods be a little bit bigger than mortals? Check out the amazons as well.
(http://www.fenryll.com/img/p/728-970-large.jpg)(http://www.fenryll.com/img/p/450-562-large.jpg)(http://www.fenryll.com/img/p/152-234-large.jpg)
http://www.fenryll.com/index.php

Hasslefree – This company has two figures that are usable in a Greek Myths setting sculpted by the talented Kev White, strangely enough both named Artemis. They aren’t supposed to be the actual goddess, but I have to say that they could definitely be used as Goddesses, if not as Artemis herself. The first mini is 40mm scale, but not too big to be an immortal.

(http://www.hfminis.co.uk/img_cms/product_images/hf4002.jpg)
(http://www.hfminis.co.uk/img_cms/product_images/h036%20artemis.jpg)
http://www.hfminis.co.uk/

Darksword - I have to thank Argsilverson for putting me on to the this particular Game of Thrones model based on the great painting "Birth of Aphrodite" by Botticelli. It will take a better converter than me to greenstuff her back into Aphrodite, but I think that someone should try it. Their Medusa is also quite nice.

(http://www.darkswordminiatures.com/mainwebsite_html/gallery/images/miniatures/grrm_5011_f_p.jpg)(http://www.darkswordminiatures.com/mainwebsite_html/gallery/images/venus_only.jpg)(http://www.darkswordminiatures.com/mainwebsite_html/gallery/images/miniatures/v_7411_f_p.jpg)
http://www.darkswordminiatures.com/

Pulp City I just happily stumbled across this fig, the Hellsmith. Could be used as Hephaestus or even Ares. Scale wise he looks to tower over other figures in the Pulp City range.  
(http://store.pulp-city.com/spree/products/75/product/HellsmithG.jpg?1292782509)(http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQS4imJXmSHz1nk1M3icdHbVYNjZ9z62tpW2riBtUs7-IHhoU6r)
http://store.pulp-city.com/spree/products/75/product/HellsmithG.jpg?1292782509

Gorgon Studios – This small company only has one mini in it’s Mythic World section, Pythia Oracle of Delphi. Thankfully it is a great one. Definitely on my to buy list.
(http://www.gorgon-studios.com/images/ancientworld/pythia1.jpg)
http://www.gorgon-studios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13&products_id=10

Others - I know that there are many other companies with mythologicaly inspired figs. Centaurs, Minotaurs and Cyclops abound in dozens of different fantasy ranges, too numerous to point them all out here. And I know that there are some obvious companies that I have missed. Please share your favourites!

Edit: Otherworld, Ironwind and Olympian Heros and Horrors are well covered in the posts immediately below! Fantastic minis. Thank you!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Christian on 26 February 2012, 06:01:14 AM
Shadowforge from Australia also do some nice Amazons and Medusae/Naga types. Don't have a link though (on the mobile)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: white knight on 26 February 2012, 10:01:54 AM
Eureka Miniatures has skeletal hoplites too.

Otherworld has a Medusa, harpies, centaurs, satyr,...
(http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/figures/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/medusapaint1.jpg)
(http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/figures/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/harpiespaint1.jpg)

Ral Partha Europe: cyclopses (also see the crucible ones)
(http://www.ralparthaeurope.co.uk/images/dsa17027%20Cyclops.jpg)

Ironwind Metals (some are available from Ral Partha Europe too, others aren't)
They have a lot of figures that are inspried by Ray Harryhausen movies. Also: minotaures, manticores, chimera's, centaurs,...

Andromeda:
(http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/fantasy/DF-548.JPG)
Cyclops
(http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/fantasy/DF-278.JPG)
Skeletal Cyclops
(http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/fantasy/DF-744.JPG)
Skeletal Titan
(http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/fantasy/DF-599.JPG)
Titans (several variants)
(http://ironwindmetals.com/store/images/fantasy/DF-789.JPG)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: area23 on 26 February 2012, 11:00:36 AM
Excalibur Miniatures do harpies by Werner Klocke:
http://www.excalibur-miniatures.com/shop/index.php?cPath=4_14&page=2

Mirliton do much of the old Grenadier line.
Amazons by Bob Naismith, but also the mythological creatures mentioned above:
http://www.mirliton.it/index.php?cName=fantasy-2528mm-creatures
there's also an undead cyclops in the undead range.

Crocodile games do the Olympus range with Greek myth creatures and heroic scale Spartans.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on 26 February 2012, 11:37:18 AM
Barry Minot did an 'Olympians Heroes and Horrors' range in the late 70s / early 80's....not very compatible with todays minis but nice nonetheless.......

(http://www.miniatures-workshop.com/lostminiswiki/images/thumb/8/88/Minot-ohh-cgm1.jpg/800px-Minot-ohh-cgm1.jpg)
Most are pictured on the Lost Minis WIKI....

Link (http://www.miniatures-workshop.com/lostminiswiki/index.php?title=Olympians%2C_Heroes_%26_Horrors_Range)

Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Marine0846 on 26 February 2012, 03:13:06 PM
Great run down, Chairface.
Thanks for getting it started.
Always have wanted to do Jason and the Argonauts.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 27 February 2012, 01:48:39 AM
Thanks for the suggestions guys. White Knight, thank you for the link to the Iron Wind  site. I knew that they had a few minis, but I find their website difficult to navigate. I will be buying Andromeda and the Krake... er Titan in the near future. And the Olympian Heros and Horrors are wonderful, even if the Aphrodite looks like a blow up doll. :) I have updated the Grenadier and Eureka entries. I also added WarGods of Olympus, DarkSword and Shadowforge to the list.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Sterling Moose on 27 February 2012, 02:12:45 AM
Love the Otherworld harpies!!  I have the Ral Partha (Ironwind) Cyclops, it's small giant size not the titan size you would expect.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 27 February 2012, 09:01:48 AM
Top notch idea. Now sticky.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 27 February 2012, 05:42:43 PM
Top notch idea. Now sticky.

Excellent. I'll add new stuff as it comes out
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 28 February 2012, 02:14:01 AM
Updated with Fenryll. Lovely Athena in 54mm!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 01 March 2012, 05:21:11 PM
Updated with Pulp City Hellsmith. Love this mini!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 01 March 2012, 11:07:48 PM
BTD Cyclop

(http://www.blacktreedesign.com/europe/images/P/fa77920.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: argsilverson on 02 March 2012, 01:19:17 AM
Nice and interesting subject.
I remember there was some Neptune somewhere but still I cannot locate him.

However I would like to add one link . Its the Willie harlequinade range who has some useful bits, like Pan, a greek godess and male and female centaurs, all unarmed, which sometimes can be handy.
Here is the link:
http://www.traditionoflondon.com/
I suppose that the link doesnot go directly but from navigation bar select
30mm Willie  and then Harlequinade Fantasy Female figures

Further sources you can find and mostly rather cheaper than actual metal figures.
See the souvenir shops near the main museums with greek and roman antiquities. they usually have some interesting pieces that can be pressed in service.

And last tip: There are some mythical figures in 15mm. Check them some might also be suitable !


Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 02 March 2012, 12:07:54 PM
From Reaper Mini, a small search with "Zodiac" give 12 items like this :

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/IG_910_1.jpg)

and

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/03310_W_1.jpg)


nervisfr, gone in the nearby wood from home :-*

this chap could be interesting too :
(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/50135_p_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 02 March 2012, 02:59:23 PM
for the aquatic world, to Odyseus temptation during is long travel home  :

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02902_p_2_dks.jpg)

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/03330_lilaea_front_as.jpg)

or
(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/03554_w_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Lowtardog on 02 March 2012, 03:05:46 PM
Alternative armies

http://www.alternative-armies.com/The_Warriors_of_Greece.htm

http://www.alternative-armies.com/The_Shades_of_Hades.htm
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 02 March 2012, 03:15:24 PM
for the aquatic world, to Odyseus temptation during is long travel home  :

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/02902_p_2_dks.jpg)

is that an Aqua Alien on the right? :)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Gary Mitchell on 02 March 2012, 03:17:52 PM
Thanks - great resource :)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 02 March 2012, 03:19:26 PM
or the Kraken ' s brother in law   ???
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 02 March 2012, 09:13:12 PM
and what do you think about this guy :

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/03086_ds_front.jpg)

(http://www.reapermini.com/graphics/gallery/4/IG_947_1.jpg)

looks great as a god or something else
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 02 March 2012, 09:24:56 PM
He is great. But the sword looks ridiculous.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 02 March 2012, 10:28:19 PM
He is great. But the sword looks ridiculous.

I like him a lot. He has Apollo written all over him, but agreed, the sword needs to be swapped out, for maybe a bow?
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 02 March 2012, 10:37:23 PM
I like him a lot. He has Apollo written all over him, but agreed, the sword needs to be swapped out, for maybe a bow?

I would vote for bow, a sword just doesn't work. A spear may work, too.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 02 March 2012, 10:50:04 PM
Nice and interesting subject.
I remember there was some Neptune somewhere but still I cannot locate him.

Is this the one?

(http://paizo.com/image/product/catalog/FSWFD/FSWFD0004_180.jpeg)

http://www.easternfront-studios.net/?page_id=13

I love your link btw. I'll add it when I have more time. Leaving in a few minutes to get a game in with Sterling Moose!

Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 02 March 2012, 10:54:20 PM
I would vote for bow, a sword just doesn't work. A spear may work, too.

Or a lyre. I think that Reaper has one in a musical instrument pack. Could work for Orpheus too. Heres the link to the product code btw. http://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/demon/sku-down/03086#detail/03086_G He's listed as a giant interestingly enough.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 03 March 2012, 12:27:13 PM
I would vote for bow, a sword just doesn't work. A spear may work, too.

With Reaper, the sword are often big, extra-long and unwieldy.... o_o
Lots of their figurines need a change for a descent sword.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 12 March 2012, 02:28:40 AM
I was just revisiting the excellent catalogue from Tin Man Miniatures, my interested rekindled with the release of John Carter. I think that either of these two could pass for Aprhodite, much better than the sad excuse that Foundry just put out. 

(http://tinminis.com/LiviaA2010.jpg)(http://tinminis.com/DeliaA.JPG)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: white knight on 12 March 2012, 09:18:57 AM
Good call (and I agree the fugly Foundry mini is laughable as the goddess of love).
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: argsilverson on 12 March 2012, 10:06:27 AM
Sorry this not the Neptune I had in mind. If I remember well (memory fades with the age) it was a Neptune on some sort of chariot, But never mind, This is also nice.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 12 March 2012, 11:05:19 AM
I was just revisiting the excellent catalogue from Tin Man Miniatures, my interested rekindled with the release of John Carter. I think that either of these two could pass for Aprhodite, much better than the sad excuse that Foundry just put out. 

Really sweet, good find!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 12 March 2012, 07:17:21 PM
Good call (and I agree the fugly Foundry mini is laughable as the goddess of love).

I don't want to be be anti foundry for the sake of being anti foundry. It's just that their sculptors interpretation of the characters don't match mine, for the most part anyways.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 18 March 2012, 04:13:10 AM
(http://tinminis.com/LiviaA2010.jpg)(http://tinminis.com/DeliaA.JPG)

These are 30% off at the moment, until April first.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 18 March 2012, 05:08:12 PM
Minotaur of Knossos (Rebel Minis)
http://rebelminis.com/28miofkn.html


Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 19 March 2012, 05:31:27 PM
I quite like that minotaur. I have their Leonidas, and he's a great fig.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Dreadaxe on 19 March 2012, 09:02:57 PM
Some links
http://wargods-fr.blogspot.fr/search/label/Olympus
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 19 March 2012, 09:38:38 PM
Some links
http://wargods-fr.blogspot.fr/search/label/Olympus

every time I see that Talos figure it's climbing on my to-buy-list.

(http://banelegions.maelstromgames.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/release-bnb-020/bnb-020-talos-m-u-w-p-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 20 March 2012, 12:22:14 AM
Thats the first time I've seen him! And I like what I see!  :-*
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: uti long smile on 20 March 2012, 03:37:58 PM
every time I see that Talos figure it's climbing on my to-buy-list.

(http://banelegions.maelstromgames.co.uk/wp-content/gallery/release-bnb-020/bnb-020-talos-m-u-w-p-01.jpg)

Me too... Nice Minotaur from Rebel too.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Alxbates on 27 March 2012, 05:02:48 PM
If you're going to get a Talos, why not get the 'real' thing?  Xplus made some very nice action figure/statues a few years ago.  They're supposedly limited edition, but I got mine on Ebay for about $20USD, if memory serves (maybe 30 bucks total with shipping).

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b31/Alxbates/Talos001.jpg)

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b31/Alxbates/Talos003.jpg)

... I've really gotta finish painting that 'Conan' figure one of these days...

You can see how big it is next to a 28mm figure - it even has the awesome little plug on his heel. I think that with a simple light bronze drybrush, the figure would be all set for the tabletop.  I'm not really planning on doing anything at all with mine before I use it.

-Alex in Alaska
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 27 March 2012, 06:20:04 PM
Wow! Very impressive. It would look great as terrain too....
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 27 March 2012, 11:40:14 PM
good find, Alex, I like him!

found one at ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/X-PLUS-RAY-HARRYHAUSEN-15-TALOS-STATUE-FROM-JASON-AND-THE-ARGONAUTS-MINT-IN-BOX-/120884840704?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c254c4900

unfortunately shipping to germany would be about 50$  :o
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 27 March 2012, 11:46:00 PM
another Talos, not too expensive, but I don't like the concept

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ray-Harryhausen-TALOS-FIGURE-JASON-ARGONAUTS-/150780866804?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionFigures_JN&hash=item231b3d70f4
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Alxbates on 28 March 2012, 08:23:23 AM
good find, Alex, I like him!

found one at ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/X-PLUS-RAY-HARRYHAUSEN-15-TALOS-STATUE-FROM-JASON-AND-THE-ARGONAUTS-MINT-IN-BOX-/120884840704?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c254c4900

unfortunately shipping to germany would be about 50$  :o

That guy's pretty cool... I've got the kneeling version on the plinth, but not the standing version...  it's seriously tempting to get this one, but I really do NOT need three different Talos statues sitting in my house...

Too bad about the international shipping - that's expensive.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 31 March 2012, 02:17:48 AM
Check it out, Jason's Argo from Grand Manner. Pricey but nice.

(http://www.grandmanner.co.uk/admin/thumbnail.php?width=240&height=240&src=images/CG09.jpg)

Lots of nice Greek terrain here. http://www.grandmanner.co.uk/28mm_Classic_Greek--category--2.html
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 31 March 2012, 04:16:14 AM
good find, Alex, I like him!

found one at ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/X-PLUS-RAY-HARRYHAUSEN-15-TALOS-STATUE-FROM-JASON-AND-THE-ARGONAUTS-MINT-IN-BOX-/120884840704?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c254c4900

unfortunately shipping to germany would be about 50$  :o

try there for some of the collection , the price seem to be low :

http://toyzz.com/search.htm?keyword=Ray+Harryhausen+Film+Library (http://toyzz.com/search.htm?keyword=Ray+Harryhausen+Film+Library)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Christian on 13 April 2012, 02:40:48 PM
I really like that Minotaur!

Also, the Bane Beasts range has a really good Hydra which I have purchased. Quite a big one and relatively inexpensive compared to the other options. I remember starting a thread about Hydrae which is kicking about somewhere. Some nice pics there, too.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: nervisfr on 13 April 2012, 05:11:38 PM

Also, the Bane Beasts range has a really good Hydra which I have purchased. Quite a big one and relatively inexpensive compared to the other options. I remember starting a thread about Hydrae which is kicking about somewhere. Some nice pics there, too.

For Hydra, i use that one from Plastoy at a good value : 12 Euros only !

(http://img137.imageshack.us/img137/7918/hydre2.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 14 April 2012, 02:30:14 AM
Wow, that looks great!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Sterling Moose on 14 April 2012, 03:11:38 AM
Quote
For Hydra, i use that one from Plastoy at a good value : 12 Euros only !

Needs more heads   ;)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 15 April 2012, 03:26:19 AM
Just came across this small range of ancients, Rusted Heroes.

http://rustedheroes.com/RHM5000_Series.html

I especially love the Cyclops.

(http://rustedheroes.com/RHM5000/RHM5001_painted_Jun09.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 27 May 2012, 03:20:52 AM
This beauty just showed up in the Bazaar of Obscurities. Triton's Sea Chariot, a long out of production fig from Thunderbolt Mountain. Beautiful.

(http://www.frothersunite.com/files/rob/Fmsc/TMSeachariot.gif)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: white knight on 27 May 2012, 03:12:24 PM
Nice, I'd been looking for one of these earlier.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 28 May 2012, 02:24:36 AM
Nice, I'd been looking for one of these earlier.

I'm going to enjoy painting this one up. I think that I need to paint another 40 or so infantry and civilians up before I let myself near it.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 08 July 2012, 05:27:37 AM
A nice battle scene, Achilles vrs. Hector, a special from Wargames Illustrated

(http://www.flamesofwar.com/Portals/0/all_images/WargamesIllustrated/WIM02_tn.jpg)

http://www.flamesofwar.com/wionline_store.aspx?CategoryID=13155
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 28 July 2012, 02:44:07 AM
Beautiful new Cyclops green, upcoming from Comfy Chair Games.

(http://www.comfychairgames.com/news/39.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 30 July 2012, 03:33:14 AM
The manufacturer may call him Nabzif the Storyteller, but I'm going to call him Orpheus

(http://i.ebayimg.com/04/!B9Z9ZrQBmk~$(KGrHqYOKkYEynz,uM,dBM5seT7E2w~~0_12.JPG)

Formerly a magnificent ego's mini, it's now carried by Valiant Enterprises.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/32mm-Fantasy-Kit-VEL1087-Nabzif-Storyteller-/360228851887?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item53df5010af
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: angstpuppet on 08 August 2012, 01:40:55 PM
And it looks like there is another option for Perseus out there.  I dig the sculpt but I am still more of a fan of the Bronze Age one.  That said the only one I own is the Reaper one that I am not a huge fan of, stupid low impulse control.  This one from Morland Studios looks like it might be more useful for a diorama than a playable mini, as the Kraken head and waves look huge.  Still cool though, and hopefully we will see more Greek themed stuff from Morland and their Howard David Johnson licensed line.  

http://morlandstudios.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=30&products_id=1408
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Mad Doc Morris on 09 August 2012, 07:58:42 AM
Looks good to me. Even if a bit static if compared to the painting. Surprisingly so, since the model seems to be quite an accurate copy.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase
Post by: Chairface on 10 August 2012, 05:03:53 AM
Nice find! A beautiful sculpt, but I'm a bit wary on the price
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 4
Post by: Chairface on 11 September 2012, 04:11:02 AM
An interesting take on Harpies. Love the flying base.

(http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/images/minis/aowpl04/aowpl04_blister.jpg)

http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=pl04&prodname=Harpies+of+Apocalypse&id=118&Itemid=143
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 5
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 11 September 2012, 08:45:50 AM
they're not bad at all.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 5
Post by: Hammers on 11 September 2012, 09:02:30 AM
There is no beating the Gamezone harpies, though, I feel. Lovely creative, dynamic poses and they basically paint themselves.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 5
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on 11 September 2012, 09:10:57 AM
These and Gamezone ones are too different to be compared, I feel. These are just daemonic but with perfect dynamic. Gamezone ones are much prettier females but not that perfectly sculpted and not that evil.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 5
Post by: Chairface on 10 October 2012, 04:29:48 AM
Hadn't noticed this one before from our friend at 4A miniatures and thought that it should be commented upon: Young Cyclops, a novel idea. Ordered!

(http://www.fouraminiatures.com/USERIMAGES/4AIDDYCYCLOPS.JPG)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 4
Post by: nervisfr on 10 October 2012, 02:55:57 PM
An interesting take on Harpies. Love the flying base.

(http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/images/minis/aowpl04/aowpl04_blister.jpg)

http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=pl04&prodname=Harpies+of+Apocalypse&id=118&Itemid=143

has you say. Well done.
but a little bit expensive ?

that one could be an alternative for (and cheapier) :

DC Heroclix Cosmic Justice FURY Veteran #030

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/DC-Heroclix-Cosmic-Justice-FURY-Veteran-030-/21/!Bn1ZoIQ!mk~$(KGrHqQH-CgEtp)Dqgl7BLlE2r!8z!~~_12.JPG)

with a little work of conversion.......
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Avatars of War Harpies Pg 5
Post by: Chairface on 23 October 2012, 01:52:43 PM
Hadn't noticed this one before from our friend at 4A miniatures and thought that it should be commented upon: Young Cyclops, a novel idea. Ordered!

(http://www.fouraminiatures.com/USERIMAGES/4AIDDYCYCLOPS.JPG)

Have it sitting on my workbench now and a lovely little figure it is! Highly recommended service from 4A miniatures!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - 4A miniatures Young Cyclopes Pg 5
Post by: Sterling Moose on 18 December 2012, 02:53:55 AM
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If you're going to get a Talos, why not get the 'real' thing?  Xplus made some very nice action figure/statues a few years ago.  They're supposedly limited edition, but I got mine on Ebay for about $20USD, if memory serves (maybe 30 bucks total with shipping).

I got mine from a rummage bin at Cold Wars for $5, and a Kali from one of the Sinbad films also $5.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - 4A miniatures Young Cyclopes Pg 5
Post by: blacksmith on 18 December 2012, 09:41:32 PM
I'm putting my 10mm collection in case someone is interested in small scales:

Centaurs from Pendraken
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-P6wY1Y5mp00/TqANGOKWEQI/AAAAAAAABdo/i5GE6dSp8zE/s1600/sacred%2B001.jpg)

Harpies from GW from its Warmaster range
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QFtSXl5JalI/TqANGeJMlwI/AAAAAAAABd0/kjubDN4gOko/s1600/sacred%2B005.jpg)

Fauns from Eureka
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BoUiVBdc-oU/TiBupELR2VI/AAAAAAAABRQ/G7_6SBxW45Q/s1600/satyrs%2B001.jpg)

Fauns & Minotaur from Eureka in Pendraken dungeon
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-phZxfTHXs1Q/TiBupa9tRqI/AAAAAAAABRY/q-XZz-zz9kE/s1600/satyrs%2B003.jpg)

"Heroes" from Pendraken (converted) and the one pointing with a sword from Magister Militum
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yujuNRDMdPk/TfpE9lV8VmI/AAAAAAAABOg/lCRtrufiLCA/s1600/sacred%2Bband%2B002.jpg)

The same ones fighting a Minotaur
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qqIe3m1iFTs/TfpE-L4ldeI/AAAAAAAABOo/ArOiqXA_RkM/s1600/sacred%2Bband%2B004.jpg)

And here against some Pendraken skeletons
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8dPv_xUysWk/TfpE-o85PdI/AAAAAAAABOw/BSAWcM7YXx8/s1600/sacred%2Bband%2B007.jpg)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - 4A miniatures Young Cyclopes Pg 5
Post by: Chairface on 19 December 2012, 12:24:59 AM
Gorgeous collection!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Do it in 10mm Pg 5
Post by: Mad Doc Morris on 19 December 2012, 06:57:23 AM
Wow, that's nice. Great attention to detail on those tiny blighters. 8)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Do it in 10mm Pg 5
Post by: blacksmith on 20 December 2012, 10:40:09 AM
Thank you gents!  :)
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Hades?
Post by: Chairface on 06 February 2013, 03:51:52 AM
I've been looking around for a mini that would make a good Hades and I think that I've found it. From an upcoming Heroclix release:

(http://heroclix.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/042-Nightmare.jpg)

The legs will need some green stuff, but otherwise a great mini.
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Do it in 10mm Pg 5
Post by: Sterling Moose on 06 February 2013, 11:26:31 PM
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I've been looking around for a mini that would make a good Hades


Like it!!
Title: Re: Greek Mythology Showcase - Do it in 10mm Pg 5
Post by: blacksmith on 22 May 2013, 01:00:57 PM
I painted this morning these little chaps. With them I consider my small project finished. Now I need to find some time to play!
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZxaLLdKhmcM/UZywXJWtx2I/AAAAAAAADPI/9Wi39sn12Uo/s1600/greeks+002.jpg)

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KVoEETBZMqA/UZywYReqwEI/AAAAAAAADPQ/yuwKFwqaLKE/s1600/greeks+004.jpg)

Cheers,
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: DinoTitanedition on 27 February 2020, 08:30:32 AM
Hi folks!

as I got the impression that this might be the right post for my question, I'll simply leae it here: Quite a while ago I saw a miniature named "Hero in blue" but wherever my search lead, I'm simply not able to fnd it anymore. Does anybody have an idea where the mini with that particular name might be from?

It's nothing special, a guy on foot with sword and shield in greek style, helmet looking mostly late corinthian style.
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: nervisfr on 27 February 2020, 12:07:41 PM
Hi folks!

as I got the impression that this might be the right post for my question, I'll simply leae it here: Quite a while ago I saw a miniature named "Hero in blue" but wherever my search lead, I'm simply not able to fnd it anymore. Does anybody have an idea where the mini with that particular name might be from?

It's nothing special, a guy on foot with sword and shield in greek style, helmet looking mostly late corinthian style.

like that one ?

(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/smurfsfanon/images/5/58/Brenda_McSmurfette.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/340?cb=20120409132710)
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: DinoTitanedition on 27 February 2020, 01:01:21 PM
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like that one ?

No. This also does not seem to be greek style. Thank you.

EDIT: I've attached a picture of a similiar style mini. There's a couple that can emulate that, as are some plastic sprues that can build this, but I am 100% sure that I've seen an actual mini in this style.

This is a snapshot from a 54mm mini from amazon.
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: M.O.T.N on 27 February 2020, 03:36:32 PM
This one?

https://miniaturesofthenorth.blogspot.com/2017/10/the-hero-in-blue-and-white.html (https://miniaturesofthenorth.blogspot.com/2017/10/the-hero-in-blue-and-white.html)

(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Smi6WrjGUCE/Wdvc7BIE3AI/AAAAAAAAAeM/kOGm3FgN-EUCNIun5yR8_o-wjrU7Hnv3ACLcBGAs/s640/DSC_0005.jpg)
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: DinoTitanedition on 27 February 2020, 09:53:31 PM
Thaaat's the one! Thanks a lot!
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: kevincalori on 16 August 2024, 03:51:23 PM
yes i know this is happening with this  :)
Title: Re: Ancient Mythology Ranges & Reviews
Post by: Militia Pete on 15 June 2025, 10:44:54 PM
Hi Folks,
Went through the pages and noticed Relic Miniatures was not on the list (if I missed it I blame jet lag)
. Just got back from Greece and always wanted the Herc figure in the loin cloth.
https://www.relicminiatures.com/#1519009420171-98b6e044-2747