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Title: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Malamute on 07 April 2013, 04:40:34 PM: Not all Sky Dwelling Martians revolted against the Earther Great Powers during the uprising of 1889. Whether it be a simple blood feud between clans, or forward thinking individuals who looked on the Earthers as their future salvation many turned against their brethren and took up arms in favour of the Earthers. Their fascination with Earth fashion, in particular hats, together with their intense need to retain their native appearance made them a curious sight to behold around New Victoria. They adopted Earther weapons too, but again clung onto their fierce Martian fighting glaves and blades. Initially they were used as scouts and guides, but gradually their desire to fight made them into a formidable ally. Taken from the journal of Professor Ebenezar Von Stypher-Dyke, (University of Vienna,)written during his travels on Mars 1888 -1889.

These are converted from basic Sky Martians with lots of Greenstuff and spare weapons taken from my bits box. I had a lot of fun doing these and intend to do a complete unit once Salute is over and I have more time. A Fez wearer is already underway. :)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/12/86_07_04_13_5_25_15_0.jpg)

Samuel.
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/12/86_07_04_13_5_25_15_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/12/86_07_04_13_5_25_15_2.jpg)

Clarence
(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/12/86_07_04_13_5_25_15_3.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/12/86_07_04_13_5_25_15_4.jpg)
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Svennn on 07 April 2013, 04:44:48 PM: lol :D lol :D

I love the concept and the execution but must admit they look like something out of "Carry On Up The Martian Canal" ;D
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Malamute on 07 April 2013, 05:05:59 PM: Quote from: Svennn on 07 April 2013, 04:44:48 PM
lol :D lol :D

I love the concept and the execution but must admit they look like something out of "Carry On Up The Martian Canal" ;D

lol

They are in the employ of Sir Sidney Rough-Diamond. ;)

So your observation is spot on. :D
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Bullshott on 07 April 2013, 05:07:37 PM: Very nice. You've managed to create a Martian version of the Natal Native Infantry :)
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Yankeepedlar01 on 07 April 2013, 05:31:54 PM: Ingenious idea and wonderfully well executed!
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Mason on 07 April 2013, 05:42:11 PM: Cracking idea and wonderful execution!
:-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: einarolafson on 07 April 2013, 06:08:55 PM: Love them!! Well done :-* :-*!! I have to try that!!
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Captain Blood on 07 April 2013, 07:40:19 PM: Modelling and painting!!! You cunning fellow :)
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 07 April 2013, 08:04:07 PM: Cracking :-*

Fluff is great. Here's my version 'Jeeves'

(http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk138/jimbibbly/Martians/AD8BC6A5-90B3-4E05-8538-C7D1F4EB44BA-2490-000003CFB43ACF7D_zps7a5061c7.jpg)

cheers

James
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Dewbakuk on 07 April 2013, 08:47:02 PM: Needs a gondolier :)
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: einarolafson on 07 April 2013, 08:51:56 PM: Really nice!! :-* :-* Don't do that to me!!! Now I want to make some of those and I haven't got time until SALUTE is gone :'( >:(!!!
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: former user on 07 April 2013, 08:57:32 PM: gorgeous :-*
at the same time
serious and silly
menacing and ridiculous

how do You do that?
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Sinewgrab on 07 April 2013, 09:02:53 PM: I love these...of course, now you have me considering making my Desert Martians have a few with human coats over their bandages.

Hmmm...
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: marianas_gamer on 07 April 2013, 09:18:58 PM: whimsical..... but believable and very nicely executed.
LB
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Silent Invader on 07 April 2013, 10:02:23 PM: Brilliant! :D
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Blodwin on 07 April 2013, 10:09:13 PM: Excellent – I bow to your skills with the Greenstuff.

Also, to your imagination. :o

Blodwin
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Thunderchicken on 07 April 2013, 10:11:43 PM: Great stuff. Do one wearing a Derby, carrying a cane with a copy of the Mars Times under one arm.
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Malamute on 07 April 2013, 10:19:04 PM: Quote from: Thunderchicken on 07 April 2013, 10:11:43 PM
Great stuff. Do one wearing a Derby, carrying a cane with a copy of the Mars Times under one arm.

Consider it done. If there was away of giving them spats I would. Can't figure out how they would wear them over cloven hooves though. lol
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 07 April 2013, 10:20:23 PM: Quote from: Malamute on 07 April 2013, 10:19:04 PM
Consider it done. If there was away of giving them spats I would. Can't figure out how they would wear them over cloven hooves though. lol

Just flopping over the top lol

cheers

James
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: Dr DeAth on 08 April 2013, 06:20:11 PM: I've seen these chaps 'in the lead' so to speak and they are splendid conversions - shame they didn't get into a mould before being painted! :)
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: OSHIROmodels on 08 April 2013, 06:44:11 PM: Don't worry about that :D

cheers

James
Title: Re: Martian Askaris in the service of the British Empire
Post by: workerBee on 08 April 2013, 06:56:47 PM: Quote from: Dr De'Ath on 08 April 2013, 06:20:11 PM
I've seen these chaps 'in the lead' so to speak and they are splendid conversions - shame they didn't get into a mould before being painted! :)

Yes, I think they would sell well.

Gracias,

Glenn