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Title: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: guitarheroandy on May 08, 2013, 10:16:14 PM

Am getting back into fantasy gaming at the moment, mostly via Oldhammer (WFB 3rd Edition), a new set at the playtest stage called 'Ride To Ruin' (based on Too Fat Lardies Dux Britanniarum rules) and LoTR, of course.

Here are some High Elves that I painted originally back in the 90s, although I refreshed the colour scheme about 10 years ago for a WFB club campaign (back in the days when I still played 'current' WFB...) The hero and the Elf Queen were painted at the same time. The hero has been converted so he's waving his sword, not leaning on it...

I have just rebased them to avoid the 'green base edge and flock' thing....I know a lot of you love it, but it's not for me... ;)

Hope you like them. I know it's a pretty 'standard' Elf colour scheme with the blue and white, but the purple kinda sets it off a bit, I think...and I used Foundry colours, so it isn't 'standard' GW blue. Banners handpainted as always.
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/ElfHero1_zps906cbe1b.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/ElfHero1_zps906cbe1b.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Hero2_zps15d19c4a.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Hero2_zps15d19c4a.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Wizard1_zpsd9dccfd6.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Wizard1_zpsd9dccfd6.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Wizard2_zps40518b6a.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/Wizard2_zps40518b6a.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSword1_zps1d9a60ff.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSword1_zps1d9a60ff.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSword2_zps6356bfb4.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSword2_zps6356bfb4.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSwordChampion_zps5fd44608.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredSwordChampion_zps5fd44608.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredLion1_zps677eaeb4.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredLion1_zps677eaeb4.jpg.html)
(http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/ad276/guitarheroandy/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredLion2_zps0fe7e754.jpg) (http://s943.photobucket.com/user/guitarheroandy/media/Oldhammer%20High%20Elves/KindredLion2_zps0fe7e754.jpg.html)

I have some of the original 90s Silver Helms on the painting table now, to be mounted on new Tiranoc chariot horses. I also have a load of spearmen and some archers in the middle of being rebased...

I'll post pics of those when they are done.

I've also just splashed out on EBAY and bought a load of Jes Goodwin's 80's Elf cavalry...can't wait to splash some paint on those!! Real 'Old-skool' Warhammer!

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: Arthadan on May 08, 2013, 10:27:32 PM

They look great! By the way, I'm thinking about selling mine. If you're interested drop me a private message

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: deathjester25 on May 08, 2013, 11:57:11 PM

Nice elves! I really like the purple on them

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: Imp522 on May 09, 2013, 01:22:41 AM

They're all great looking models. The Maiden Queen is my favorite. Cracking job.

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: OLeary on May 09, 2013, 04:20:32 AM

They are nice and the standard is ace.

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: WitchfinderGeneral on May 09, 2013, 07:45:32 AM

I like the bright colors and the clear outlines, suits those elves very well.
As a final touch you should put some glossy varnish on the gems.

Title: Re: My 1990s High Elves (plus the odd newer model here and there!)
Post by: Funghy-Fipps on May 09, 2013, 09:11:53 AM

These look great and bring back memories of playing 4ed as a lad. Thanks for sharing.