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Miniatures Adventure => Future Wars => Topic started by: nozza_uk on November 04, 2022, 12:55:11 PM

Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Metaluna Mutants
Post by: nozza_uk on November 04, 2022, 12:55:11 PM: As mentioned on another thread, I found some 3D miniatures designs by a US designer called Big Mr Tong. His designs are based on some of the most popular sci-fi franchises out there. Fortunately, I found a UK based 3D printing service - https://www.3dkingdoms.co.uk/ (https://www.3dkingdoms.co.uk/) - and took a chance by making a small order.

First up, I ordered some 28mm 'Space Orcs', where I got 5 figures for £7.49. These are obviously based on Gamorrean guards from Star Wars.

Here's a size comparison picture.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4aU_lJ8wTyQ/Y2TWUCF6gOI/AAAAAAAADSk/UeyitLaD8fQSx_chAXFkV-xf6YTQTwJ5wCNcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/1667552847343729-1.png)

Left to Right: Imperial Assault Officer, Space Orc, Diehard Miniatures not Mando, 2 x Space Orcs and a Frostgrave Jedi (Wizard).

The Space Orcs seem under sized compared to the Gamorrean guards seen in The Return of the Jedi, however, they look like the slimmed down guards seen in The Book of Bob Fett. Looking at my 'Mando' figure, I suspect that's 32mm rather than 28mm.

Next up, was a bunch of 28mm 'Shock troopers'. Again, these are based on Stormtroopers from Star Wars and I got 10 figures for £13.50.

Another size comparison picture.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qwi-Q5jcDMY/Y2TWSEAqeGI/AAAAAAAADSY/qTBc0928bbEVbMBf8g_j-2uB4XdobTe4gCNcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/1667552839034566-4.png)

Left to Right: Frostgrave Jedi (Wizard), Shock trooper, Imperial Assault Officer, 2 x Shock troopers and an Imperial Assault Stormtrooper.

Here the Shock troopers look to be a better fit. Compared to the Imperial Assault Stormtrooper, the 3D prints are slightly thinner and not as 'chunky'. Heightwise, they seem a good fit and would look fine on the table.

Overall, I am pleased with these 3D prints. Although, the Space orcs are smaller than expected, the Shock troopers will fit in nicely with my Imperial Assault Empire figures. Given the cost per figure (between £1.40 to £1.50), I would recommend them. More pictures here http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2022/11/3d-printed-miniatures.html (http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2022/11/3d-printed-miniatures.html)
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: eilif on November 04, 2022, 02:18:35 PM: Those look great. Thanks for putting up the comparison shots. I've been ordering the same Mr Big Tong figs from JS Wargaming Printing here in the states for a similar price.
https://wargamerprinting.com/

The key with printed SW figs is whether you're wanting them in scale with Imperial Assault and WOTC in 28mm or with Legion (around 34mm). The ones you and I purchased look like they're in IA/WOTC 28mm scale which is also quite a bit more affordable.

I'm quite happy with the 28mm figures I purchased. In addition to being a fantastic bargain the sculpts are good with 3d printing allowing crisper and less chunky details compared to the vinyl used in IA and WOTC. They are fairly true-scale which results in rather small-looking weapons that may be more fragile, but they do look great. I'm hoping to get my hands on a Legion fig and do a SW figure roundup for the blog at some point.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: ithoriel on November 04, 2022, 02:59:11 PM: I've used 3Dkingdoms to have some of Mr Big Tong's figures rescaled to 20mm. Nice figures and a great company to work with. Two thumbs up for both!
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: nozza_uk on November 07, 2022, 10:26:06 AM: I see JS Wargaming Printing has some additional Star Wars options that I've not seen available with various UK 3D printers. :'(

Now if only I could find someone who does Star Trek Sculpts. It would be great to find some Jem'Hadar with a Vorta, some Cardassians etc etc.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: zemjw on November 07, 2022, 01:09:46 PM: Reaper has a not Jem'Hadar buried in their Chronoscope range, but I think it's just the single sculpt
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: nozza_uk on November 07, 2022, 04:20:08 PM: Got a couple of Space Orcs painted up.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fg-VTXUWYAMBiJq?format=jpg&name=small)
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: Plisken on November 09, 2022, 06:50:01 PM: They look really splendid painted.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: eilif on November 10, 2022, 01:10:01 AM: Excellent!
Those might be the first Mr Big Tong not-SW figs I've seen painted and they look great.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: FifteensAway on November 10, 2022, 03:26:07 AM: Awaiting my order that I placed yesterday for some of the same figures - but in 15 mm. Proprietor very kindly also worked to get the Heroes and Villains into 15 mm for me - except one rather small figure he was not able to get adjusted to his liking.

Being printed in resin, I would think the shipping to the UK can't be all that prohibitive. I've just accepted the realities and bit the bullet and placed a variety of orders from UK to US (west coast, even). United States Postal Service (USPS) has some flat rate shipping boxes for US that must have some application to international shipping.

Nice job on your "orcs" paint job.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: nozza_uk on November 10, 2022, 01:48:46 PM: Thanks for the comments about the painted figures.

Here's the set of completed 'Space Orcs'.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XtVzLhR88O8/Y2z7yebAz_I/AAAAAAAADTM/BNtHBF1QFAggk7oGXNXtbrUCPT3iwRfPACNcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/1668086722517136-1.png)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p4XzS4h9yDM/Y2z7zh7eWpI/AAAAAAAADTQ/XwkMmngjNWIWQuWpKRaApbSo5-VfMhOWQCNcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/1668086728887871-0.png)

Now for the 'Shock troopers'.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: eilif on November 10, 2022, 02:34:06 PM: Very nice. Would you mind sharing your paint method for them?
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: nozza_uk on November 10, 2022, 03:00:33 PM: Quote from: eilif on November 10, 2022, 02:34:06 PM
Very nice. Would you mind sharing your paint method for them?

Sure. It's mostly Contrast paints, but here's the order I applied the paint.

Undercoat - Halfords White Primer.
Skin - Contrast Orc Flesh.
Fur Pants - Contrast Gore Grunta Fur.
Torso - Contrast Snakebite Leather or Garaghak's Sewer.
Belts & Sandal Straps - Contrast Wyldwood.
Armour - Army Painter True Copper.
Weapon Handles - Contrast Basilicanum Grey.
Blades - Army Painter Weapon Bronze.
Teeth - GW Skull White.
Wash of Nuln Oil.

Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: eilif on November 10, 2022, 07:18:12 PM: Excellent, Thanks!
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: nozza_uk on November 14, 2022, 01:58:04 PM: Quote from: nozza_uk on November 10, 2022, 01:48:46 PM
Now for the 'Shock troopers'.

Here they are.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fhh2dNfXgAQiS4D?format=jpg&name=360x360)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fhh2eY8XkAAq1df?format=jpg&name=360x360)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fhh2fRkWAAEWwC8?format=jpg&name=360x360)

Went with a fairly simple paint job.
Undercoat - Halfords White primer
Picked out some bits with Contrast Black Legion, followed by a wash with Nuln Oil.
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts - 'Shock Troopers' painted now.
Post by: ithoriel on November 14, 2022, 02:17:20 PM: Looking good!

One of these days I'll get round to putting some paint on mine!
Title: Re: Now painting RavenX 3D sculpts - Starfleet Crew
Post by: nozza_uk on February 06, 2023, 04:43:31 PM: Another thread highlighted a 3D sculptor called RavenX (https://ravenx.gumroad.com/ (https://ravenx.gumroad.com/)), who has a UK distributor called The Lazy Gamer (https://www.thelazygamer.co.uk/ (https://www.thelazygamer.co.uk/)).

RavenX has done loads of Star Trek designs - including figures wearing the movie uniforms from Star Trek 2 thru to 6!!! All available as 28mm or Legion sized.

So here's the first figures painted up from my order.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FoTAjZiWAAsDTh0?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Now painting RavenX 3D sculpts - Starfleet Crew
Post by: nozza_uk on February 13, 2023, 04:01:49 PM: More RavenX 28mm Starfleet crew painted. This time wearing DS9/Voyager uniforms.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fo2cFS3XgAEg5Pt?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fo2cINoXgAYD1bz?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Now painting Etsy prints by TwistedPinnacle3D
Post by: nozza_uk on February 22, 2023, 02:42:55 PM: More 3D prints painted. This time from an Etsy based printer.

Sentry Robots from the Disney film, The Black Hole.
(https://i.etsystatic.com/iap/82b3b9/4653940114/iap_640x640.4653940114_mpcvggvm.jpg?version=0)

Horta from Star Trek
(https://i.etsystatic.com/iap/ec5813/4694512993/iap_640x640.4694512993_dfv1oz71.jpg?version=0)
Title: Re: Now painting Etsy prints by TwistedPinnacle3D
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on February 22, 2023, 07:21:38 PM: Lots of fun sculpts, especially those Black Hole sentry robots. 👍
Title: Re: Now painting Etsy prints by TwistedPinnacle3D
Post by: tomrommel1 on February 23, 2023, 07:47:05 AM: very nice indeed
Title: Re: Mr Big Tong sci-fi sculpts
Post by: Cypher226 on February 23, 2023, 08:48:49 AM: already posted, ignore!
Title: Re: Now painting Etsy prints by TwistedPinnacle3D
Post by: Earther on February 24, 2023, 11:47:48 AM: Nice! Love the shock troopers and not-trek :-*
Title: Starfleet ship bridge designed by RavenX
Post by: nozza_uk on April 17, 2023, 11:37:05 AM: I know Star Wars tends to dominate discussions on this board, but here is something from the other big sci-fi franchise.

Taken me a while to get this finished. A 3d printed Starfleet bridge with the crew wearing uniforms from the TWOK era.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft6LMK7WAAEtWTC?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft6LL1VX0Ac5yP6?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft6LMhMWAAQvAcN?format=jpg&name=large)

Tried to go with a colour scheme that reflects the movie era, but lending itself to future iterations eg LCARS screens etc.

The great thing is the main viewscreen and the smaller screens allow you to slide in your own images; so that they can be changed depending on the need.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. A Starfleet ship bridge designed by RavenX
Post by: Kourtchatovium104 on April 17, 2023, 02:01:31 PM: Great! :o
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. A Starfleet ship bridge designed by RavenX
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on April 17, 2023, 02:49:10 PM: Very cool, great work! 👍
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Crooked Dice 'Executive Chair'
Post by: nozza_uk on April 18, 2023, 11:51:17 AM: Forgot to include the Crooked Dice 'Executive Chair' AKA Kirk's chair from TOS.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft6MgxiWYAE1Hx1?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Crooked Dice 'Executive Chair'
Post by: Commander Roj on April 18, 2023, 08:42:52 PM: Lead Adventure needs more Star Trek! Nice work, although I was scratching my head over “TWOK era” for a minute.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Crooked Dice 'Executive Chair'
Post by: uti long smile on April 18, 2023, 11:42:31 PM: Quote from: nozza_uk on April 18, 2023, 11:51:17 AM
Forgot to include the Crooked Dice 'Executive Chair' AKA Kirk's chair from TOS.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ft6MgxiWYAE1Hx1?format=jpg&name=large)

Excellent choices!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Redshirts with rifles!
Post by: nozza_uk on April 21, 2023, 08:58:29 AM: Hopefully they last a bit longer in fight!

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgtlKVK7B5s-6hVoCmh4_wObK78bH6u8Omjpu9AGk7TAHqn4Xp_KGa2AE1xXYJR_HZM55PER74PPjZsamsolUjbhdAAFz37sXkVWxdYrh2-DINhQC-8FL6KfwgduYUZ86L6wNiDF3xk2Ju4kg2NUoTwpr-xuSIXZKF3cP01_A9HlrMyEb-9JuUAamMp=w640-h480)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Redshirts with rifles!
Post by: Spinal Tap on April 21, 2023, 09:21:17 AM: Got to say that that bridge is outstanding.

Looking forward to seeing more of your Trekkie stuff.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Redshirts with rifles!
Post by: Bloggard on April 21, 2023, 10:36:18 AM: great stuff all 'round.

loved 'the Black Hole' movie; saw it at the local odeon as a kid. Seemed amazing at the time.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Redshirts with rifles!
Post by: Sgt_T on April 21, 2023, 09:52:14 PM: Awesome. Love the bridge!

T.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Not Andorians
Post by: nozza_uk on April 24, 2023, 10:04:24 AM: Today we have Lost Heresy "Billorians". Printed by TwistedPinnacle3D via Etsy.

Of course, any Star Trek fan will recognise them as Andorians. A few fleeting appearances in The Original Series, they really got shown some love in Enterprise.

Ever since I played the FASA RPG back in the 80s, I have always had a soft spot for this blue skinned race and it was good to find some proxies for them.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjqB7bv87bvyoEttNQEC4-4zcIkQ2spK49ckKn-Nb98bulFekyF4uIcX-Uufo_HvxdYmlq_3-IsaZnqZ69QsizPVeNoDrRCTFhPFW0QobAHHRNge6wQy1TiuXFSskp65hFfvOeWlpmCFG7Mj8JjEyyIK8Vlq3mNYipFJYH-VVv7D7bRPmstjVjcFm3a=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjvO2NRU5ty54zC5KRIrFQ6Og3pjGhmUxaaUtO78RaOWpnzLk0Yu83fJLcACn2MC-2Tw2Pg7S4AhxMDvInXqRDBTxL2KagY-ccfnwOkkua6Qdcb5Orecey0Cb6KV6x1E_rAeCA9hiSkIANqv5Hsj4c6xTmiPUHHL2tdoC4SuMEM6zNsx70jWlVzCUvc=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe703DsfUh762PWt-le_cZVB5woDaWJp-lnWZ5-aqBTsPWJtc92Rh0wOtO2eVcoPdGqZg7bRQBEeAEe2DOxK21DERD8cq3i54Pu7YIVA4iyJRUoTFngIpu9vJacHmXDK2SB2XaBVrSXW6gqsHSs92YB8Y8MGpzkliBy9NOxbgqXnsuHvBy-clPOyvI=w640-h480)

The last picture shows a Heroclix Andorian for compatibility.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. There's Klingons on the starboard bow!
Post by: nozza_uk on April 27, 2023, 09:37:17 AM: More Star Trek miniatures. Depending on what era of Star Trek you watch, these are either the main protagonist or reluctant allies.

Yes, I'm talking about the Klingons. Some more RavenX figures painted up to create aggro with the Federation and Romulans.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgMsWnh8yS4dJCtPqOuzS9ZOQ-2sPmlBCpZ_18AFfTpB3hc0QZD3F-yQGkRhmAYxPg3ss7DQ7NXXS9yrjh1h5CX5OTqXXteL4IbVox4q362so3SMb0Za_KZ_KqUZDMntIAtQA6zKIzEjSVdrneKTJanlGMjsrmSjbFiewtfnS0Mt0xIitXC4PqarFcR=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDtM5G3urrce6_rsQR0IRJmSsYXtehp35LrKq7If-NBwuduydNFWRG7xnQS7r3IIREjz6kx3EC0VPCkY6wgcoKsJ6g7QWvSH00RciScEE4a0sYBMfu7CsRb1W_PmcLI8iRTmQ5X4oP7O5SELBrKjZZLskpOJvJ__0GaMf2oE_dhDOKLiCB9dofifZL=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgs620Xba2lCNCJ2UhiHZh1FWdQbCNBuH4AD2j_snQaEHm3YV38pPKEzvBemlyz90ucFE6x-N0GmnMxQdWPWqlEwZ47EFAElFATw7pDdeHZyz4tQy3qGStnit-jOpSyMCVS59FRJaQqIm-DWUsape3pLubEM8Mj9yp5hDwwUovzXj2zPObgY44Rg32t=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgtAMdWhN2p-SMKteI2P_20KMC_5GC0cxcpg0Tk1b4YdPw3PdJ1wAnFYGbiSAnFp5L8QTMYUAIXbOTb3o1WPKT_vmqoOnDFnjwX4dkbYZAwW8W5fNb4_RxiESxRUUZVzCfPLV6QXVics5ZVj0IilNX64BseI_HnXVt7s7zPmNEQGyzUFs1hZKQVPxdY=w640-h480)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. There's Klingons on the starboard bow!
Post by: zemjw on April 27, 2023, 10:04:54 AM: Does the Bat'leth have a phaser hidden in the handle ??? ???
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. There's Klingons on the starboard bow!
Post by: nozza_uk on May 02, 2023, 10:54:29 AM: Quote from: zemjw on April 27, 2023, 10:04:54 AM
Does the Bat'leth have a phaser hidden in the handle ??? ???

Only if the plot requires it ;)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Introducing the Monster Maroons
Post by: nozza_uk on May 02, 2023, 10:57:09 AM: Introducing the Monster Maroons, the double-breasted, military cut uniform that made its first appearance in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (TWOK), and lasted through six more films (if you count Generations), and even showed up a few times Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Argueably, my favourite of all the Star Trek uniforms and one that has rarely been seen in miniature format.

Again these are RavenX designs that have been 3d printed.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiO92m9bfDZ8pPt-oWFqj4LbEdts9UvMhVqXbMFYpG2oAOrKl4H4lACHb-UxJ0PmK-1uXgn2dLN9KKWRp-NA_J9YgZe-qpCV6ZfsKcd8-8lcYybDpL8SCRpUrFY3pqDTv4mJ_ztTO4BDV_drCjd70YqzPH7ZBSNZ2dW-9W4qLcnvmTYxvhKYEa5czb9=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicpiHxKW53KeTGBr9_95S4kVd3l5BSqqkmjNw0Gta6o2qOZ52y1tk0ac3o-F1PyVkuZWGrMe0oDcR5EcTrRXYAXzdiqv5sYNbRlyhBZcignKou-CfLIwHjunfJpEovOmZ0pL8N27lC2kpU43-28QkiVAkW29mxqb6VqusKZp2iYt3UzS0cLWG__mde)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhKmwOpxTS2xs4Mg-HuovB_MQeME7grqzIaWibn5gkGVnw30dCieYlo8KNNyqRxNdbXQ9hAPQunwh4fjCZlO83HjYQVnAdvQmtYR89qbtlc85aX52tUpV2sjcBiYcQ_NGI6Goa9h3cK8FNcyVq6h-J60Qm3FPR5KBoW0cXP3NawxEQp04xylwmYMscj=w640-h480)

More pictures here - http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/04/monster-maroons-star-trek-movie-uniforms.html (http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/04/monster-maroons-star-trek-movie-uniforms.html)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Repainting mymedical and science personnel
Post by: nozza_uk on May 13, 2023, 07:32:30 PM: Discovered that 'Kroxigor Scales' Contrast paint is a great match for Starfleet Teal. Gone back and repainted my medical and science personnel. Now they all match!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fq3-HsVWwAcLOU8?format=jpg&name=small)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. Repainting mymedical and science personnel
Post by: LouieN on May 13, 2023, 08:23:25 PM: good stuff
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. The Jem'Hadar
Post by: nozza_uk on May 25, 2023, 03:41:37 PM: Got my Jem'Hadar figures painted up.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpdVyrcS1djs-5RhQozIEEuKGiIlkjO6xFt_9crwTeiT9goyA37AtzfK4lfeJ8JE6FeQoBdGcvqA4dKn_6AOiPrYLQAhOpwNF6CHpTCP-LbQq0Qclcrg64LYc6GVHyqA611MVWb1TVaRrIwa9m6X_nbIlz0pVFPCMygXiIKdvC-u0lBxUPrGp836WN=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcv3Dlcpc2emw8eCVN2IPBolbzZJ1R_8R34AeZ5DgZggVh3p11G6h9fKO4BXfixvV71w7lKz7qgLqoXdowE9UvE-KVnDgdHvtXcSCYsD9Vmu2v0LikPtWA926Ulm3wJsiIANITq8zmkOxTvHhFb9pcewQmBVRNnBSEKhk_xyOOUK_uwSWhIkhmeJhk=w640-h360)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. The Jem'Hadar
Post by: Sunjester on May 26, 2023, 07:23:02 AM: You have done a fantastic job on this Star Trek stuff, well done for tracking it all down.

I am tempted but, Oh, too many projects and not enough time!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the final frontier. The Jem'Hadar
Post by: nozza_uk on May 30, 2023, 10:42:59 AM: Quote from: Sunjester on May 26, 2023, 07:23:02 AM
You have done a fantastic job on this Star Trek stuff, well done for tracking it all down.

Thanks for the compliment.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: nozza_uk on May 30, 2023, 10:54:05 AM: A quick jump onto the other big franchise with 'Star' in the name.

Some Imperial Troops that aren't Stormtroopers!.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgSUAIybzvwKStYFCyqds-__uB9n3DWbGW11j4lLcay7K1TVSdZPaH2mIkjHLQByPlcPyIuZFcVFsRBPWDMmDWTqNmE0Wx4MrUhf480O0SplrwbQ9HC2NDjJK1nPboCD2Lz0UtYWIw-ZdMIKwCFHY3LlhOWWmvjYl3jVrDEZ6cDXWfDt2sAD1cc_Fi2=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhsMmTSUIb63xDoyNRUuvpqk6MedrddGptDHb7Yvv5VK6SGc9OpwRqvLurTJuZvz1A_qWrI1woNKHJACwl_inRjyExvZGem-vo3J2ILrpSbfvg8cIyBp3Gk4shYrpVp-aZ2iket_Q8chJT1ZDRQRQzt-64hxXzjnobGrFu3DKOEbtYBQlnPTqsSqZq0=w640-h360)

Even more pictures here - http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/05/the-imperial-army.html (http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/05/the-imperial-army.html)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: AKULA on June 04, 2023, 05:38:29 PM: Nice job - good to see an alternative to the usual stormtroopers :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: Earther on June 04, 2023, 06:56:30 PM: Those look great! Where are they from, if I might ask?
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: nozza_uk on June 05, 2023, 11:36:40 AM: Quote from: Earther on June 04, 2023, 06:56:30 PM
Those look great! Where are they from, if I might ask?

The design is by RavenX - https://ravenx.gumroad.com/ (https://ravenx.gumroad.com/) - they do lots of Star Wars designs.
I had them locally printed (UK) by https://www.thelazygamer.co.uk/ (https://www.thelazygamer.co.uk/).
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: Earther on June 05, 2023, 06:15:52 PM: Excellent! Thanks for the info!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: jhonpog on June 15, 2023, 11:12:08 AM: yeah they look great I'm a big fan of the imp army for gaming. I've been amassing figures including some prints in a slightly larger scale. Mind telling me how tall a standing straight figure is to the top of the head? cheers!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: tomrommel1 on June 15, 2023, 01:55:56 PM: nice additions :-*
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: nozza_uk on June 15, 2023, 02:54:33 PM: Quote from: woodface on June 15, 2023, 11:12:08 AM
yeah they look great I'm a big fan of the imp army for gaming. I've been amassing figures including some prints in a slightly larger scale. Mind telling me how tall a standing straight figure is to the top of the head? cheers!

I'm currently travelling and won't be able to measure for a few days. However, this image may help. This was taken when I was I scoping some Xenos Rampant armies.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKgl0sQEvouBbic5099hRv-btl4nmfjiFATKm3puscnKQMJT7n8wWGH0wCIxyUia-6c3dZxV7fXtu8iDUvRXGrxIVB9R2QEHWoIvreETCHJTuas4bvUIGkDRkp8MlDzdwH7HbaBkzCFs2tctAgfdApiexK1vbDzVrMkzYiPvf09BXQmRfd0sjLsn86/s1600/IMG-20230615-WA0000.jpg)

The Imperial Army figures are between the sets of Imperial Assault Stormtroopers. I found the figures not wearing body armour or backpacks tended to be slightly bigger than those wearing body armour (I put that down to the printing company I used).

Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: jhonpog on June 16, 2023, 04:59:30 AM: ok thanks Nozza I want to scale them up to 40mm or 1/43 as I've been mucking around in that scale for awhile
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: nozza_uk on June 16, 2023, 09:41:11 AM: Quote from: woodface on June 16, 2023, 04:59:30 AM
ok thanks Nozza I want to scale them up to 40mm or 1/43 as I've been mucking around in that scale for awhile

If it helps, by default the RavenX Star Wars designs are scaled to 1/47 Legion scale and I had them resized and printed for 28mm. So, I imagine they could scale up to 1/43.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: jhonpog on June 17, 2023, 09:43:36 AM: I've had some darkfire design figures upscaled a bit. They can come out quite hefty and like most legion figures are very short in the legs :) So I have given myself the unnecessary task of cutting and extend leg length to reach 1/43 without getting too hefty.

Anyhoo sorry don't mean to hijack your thread. Thanks for the inspiration I hope you post more pics soon!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army
Post by: Frostie on June 19, 2023, 08:49:04 AM: Very nice! I'd love the Stormtroopers in 15mm
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Star Wars Legion: A-A5 Speeder
Post by: nozza_uk on June 19, 2023, 02:52:16 PM: Quote from: woodface on June 17, 2023, 09:43:36 AM
Anyhoo sorry don't mean to hijack your thread. Thanks for the inspiration I hope you post more pics soon!

No worries. Great to have the questions. I'm trying to get a summer Robin Hood project painted up and finished and then normal service with Star Trek & Wars will resume.

Hijacking my own thread! As part of my travels last week, I came across The Gamers Emporium in Swansea. They've got quite a few Star Wars Legion: A-A5 Speeder Truck Units going for £20. So, if anyone wants a cheapish vehicle for their Star Wars games, get down to South Wales.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army Measured
Post by: nozza_uk on June 23, 2023, 09:34:10 AM: Quote from: woodface on June 15, 2023, 11:12:08 AM
Mind telling me how tall a standing straight figure is to the top of the head? cheers!

Here you go. Some pictures with a tape measure.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgxTBTslpzHMj3_bldcSBBNSWON8xSgZr4yLn2ZeOOorMsT_yZdmkMu1pOvEUyd9IalXBfuMAZsomaMSoEn7wv82QGuFTjNzm8vTPZz1DUJnTQfZIxy9eBRyWlK93_Hc_CeG8mBSoGaNfNhg8SE-VDQ_EU4qkv_9nAh1_26BDk1M1amwr9qmxETfFOvQME=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh5qXWDAAUDHjzcFLmxus9cmX7_lrTyrTf6HxE7I4IFQh_6njampKwWxlTLUKNS1K8OPhvHQT2hyLxmfC-x-mzCtjnOlLYLF8sEpCTwzNlgLwMQ_AFnBy20UC3K6ajF0A8FEDnoRvIP9dd0ve2kTyQ9kCkdY_POzsefM6kGCvuVx4vf1n6jt8YmbOOYwyk=w640-h360)

Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army Measured
Post by: jhonpog on June 27, 2023, 07:55:06 AM: Hey that's great cheers very much Nozza :)

They look like they would work at the size they are for what I am after. If I needed more height I could just bump the legs a bit. Must start a thread with the stuff I've been mucking around with but I tend to get stuck with the painting.

OK thanks again I'm looking forward to seeing what else you come up with
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Rebel Fleet Troopers
Post by: nozza_uk on June 27, 2023, 09:56:03 AM: Quote from: woodface on June 27, 2023, 07:55:06 AM
OK thanks again I'm looking forward to seeing what else you come up with

Happy to help out.

Got some Rebel Fleet Troopers painted up.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZCY3GbaAI45dCgH9PfmpkjR0H8kttbgwCR5Ia0TKSgKQP_7kosz2Rrht7tNq17NduMgwYwt86UH17tUIQx79zi2GMK_7P5HGJaKdun3-0ZjgYI4-h_Vo0cPB7b__Lm-sfRG_vs1YhIkKVVdQny4BfWc3_QoH4ebNcWFA3wkwu9vrT40Ce7eCus1a7G24)

Printed by 3dkingdoms, these are closer to true 28mm than a lot of the other Star Wars miniatures I've had printed..
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - The Imperial Army Measured
Post by: AKULA on June 27, 2023, 10:11:14 AM: Nice work on the fleet troopers :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the Final Frontier - The Trouble with Tribbles!
Post by: nozza_uk on June 28, 2023, 05:18:28 PM: Back to the Final Frontier for this update.

This time Lost Heresy designs 3D printed by TwistedPinnacle3D on Etsy, where they are called Triblites! ;)

Anyway, here's the pics.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgQWjmV0dQGyoFBZb-FFE2CoGJ1_7C3toPMuMxGKos2yJoXn9VUk8sSjN9r-ZTdNHUPnqBgBYg1aIDLLSxlDy0AIncYe7CslyJVhauR79IUBocpUjf6CmHqEWc_y25sjDi7o100ImGrXpi3KjFUyiJAEP0JmU9gl74auekxPRa81jnqahR_9l3QmoiBxF0=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2KZpbWgdTtRZLb69IbKsaqkQOZ-rZfZz8rTNbvznAXqst4ANYdCXYqFIIncpryHycXMBxUScoh0YDZ-KXajiiQkPqWeYS7zcL97d7CW72rNwlOstN3qnC4ka3HXjUrT6vJ_k9J-9qh6jL0rDSxQtaeJm7WwJLwrAPnbJUNfXkPCgENQ6-w9bu9oD1KTU=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhI0LZUgc-W0ytpbCUpgv7KZNuaRCA24diIPD_t3VVCi-_Cd5G5toM2PP2tN20iI_H6B4roI3nhQ6KYSpRBFY4ujw6fgFk_zYGzl6X70BW-Xz19n8La5gnRvnfh1fEqmIl3ROeyZfXtMqe6-kf6Qdc69ykCyr1OKVD4DNxIvA-yqMBBP1gS7vqSDxag_ac=w640-h360)
Title: Re: Re: Nozza_uk does the Final Frontier - The Trouble with Tribbles!
Post by: Freddy on June 28, 2023, 09:03:28 PM: I really like the crazy plushies, painting them to that colourful scheme was a nice idea.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does The Commonwealth troops.
Post by: nozza_uk on July 03, 2023, 11:14:18 AM: Strictly speaking, this should be on the Post Apocalyspe page.
Given this thread is now at 5 pages, it seemed crazy to start another thread. Also, I seen enough Asylum sci-fi/disaster films where troops wear similar looking armour.

Anyway, a quick switch to the world of The Walking Dead and some 3D printed 'The Commonwealth' troops (printed by 3DKingdoms). These troops appeared in the last couple of seasons of The Walking Dead.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh4TaGuLef-0hYk8kpD4GmFEOd3jzFG1kzd_FAE1ZIAi0itp6XaDeoxeK2DlyLQkkvVQG9lV7La04zcr5GurEJ0DE7wcjbgKtdi9BszkuJ0bkrQBq9UwYpj3kQAvaan31Iq2FnfDCZhr-6-g7F6jLnPy4rN8zAIYWeL-gzW_sYzCbg0G6iKd8C1cJgQBcg=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg6T2AtCyxLCpAw3IB0qenvRwEK5ZOEuYjuaSzHj03TWoixNVeRHQOIUG8Vmjn0zcXTSZu_X14kNen-hDIZP5iY4Hl1TNEwHATKPqaUZEfsvJKHFXAvNI6olbdQjba9fZeFdhMyWpxPZb5q-OcXdQMZR43r-MHxSq1QLVInFYh3adXSGqUgwMaTV6DIZmo=w640-h360)

The armour is supposed to have thin black lines painted on it, but I quickly discovered that it tested both my eyes and patience to paint them on. o_o
Title: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Weequay Pirates
Post by: nozza_uk on July 07, 2023, 10:45:06 AM: More 3D printed miniatures. This time Weequay pirates from the Star Wars universe.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgF0QHJHRjxkiWDHg-Utg_MyS-JSVFEelscyIx1yBZUjmE4WAbSLA_UgC0pD4McwynbAJXxdR6HtxDg3WEZmjwVdM2U8evklgodPsiuMHyyPIWLGhOwjwVpvTMw_tDY6dsbNQlrsxi7Gb21Qv5J5f_phvQ9IGWR7R-Zwg302cBiPQnM-pR1dr-AGixZvMM=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsaV-VSczYxIdj_o4WO4MXLRume-4Ty5NPv0eYfxXdSXAnzPMc_A4Z6eNhVjqz87VUOF8vx3aXo2KtEHwm2dVqktcrymjToxksgmpoANa9NLekgiDqRsMgY0pVPBSe3-vfqMp-llXWKei3bYmKmXhj1FDsbvHNSPXbxkMSZNXcTHzteYB1lk7TcCedLdk=w640-h480)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Weequay Pirates
Post by: jhonpog on July 21, 2023, 12:49:09 AM: Very nice Nozza those are nice looking figures :) Have you got any pics of your total SW collection?
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Weequay Pirates
Post by: nozza_uk on July 21, 2023, 10:58:56 AM: Quote from: woodface on July 21, 2023, 12:49:09 AM
Very nice Nozza those are nice looking figures :) Have you got any pics of your total SW collection?

I haven't done yet. I might do that once I've finished painting all my 'Star Wars' bits and pieces.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - IG Series Droids
Post by: nozza_uk on July 21, 2023, 11:00:36 AM: Latest entry in the Star Wars world is some IG Series Droids.

3D printed and picked up from ebay.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZGJmX_wh0KlBCJKYrAdVT8WJY4kE_-Psso8AoIvETHB1V2Wi1gVa--YQpa3rp5ETsWZlMU0_TfNXfnws2ExUMNm0J-t13DOoqbDNp4zoX7AHAFLmrGXjEcfPPyojSDB5sJCsCZxlHZI8p6ncqdVFY6m8_8Z4ktTr-2Mhj-yAOzeTLg_36kwXqZrOsWlQ)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Fennec Shand
Post by: nozza_uk on July 31, 2023, 11:30:09 AM: Been neglecting Sci-fi recently - I found a box of unpainted Frostgrave metal figures, which has made a nice change to paint.

Anyway, picked this up from ebay, a 3D printed Fennec Shand. Legion sized, so towers over most of my other Star Wars miniatures, but not too noticeable on the table.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F2WrF92W8AAYsIQ?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Fennec Shand
Post by: AKULA on July 31, 2023, 12:12:30 PM: A great looking figure 8)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Fennec Shand
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on July 31, 2023, 12:41:51 PM: Nice work, I think I might need a Fennec Shand now, having seen yours!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Fennec Shand
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on July 31, 2023, 07:08:14 PM: Cool collection.

Interested in the the Commonwealth figures.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Fennec Shand
Post by: nozza_uk on August 01, 2023, 08:56:07 AM: Quote from: Ultravanillasmurf on July 31, 2023, 07:08:14 PM
Cool collection.

Interested in them the Commonwealth figures.

This is where I got them from https://www.3dkingdoms.co.uk/product-page/commonwealth-soldiers-x10-28mm (https://www.3dkingdoms.co.uk/product-page/commonwealth-soldiers-x10-28mm).
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Converting a Mini-Rig!
Post by: nozza_uk on August 02, 2023, 09:22:50 AM: Look away if you don't want to see a Star Wars toy being converted.
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Ok, warned you.

A few years back, I managed to pick up an old Star Wars Mini-Rig toy from eBay. Being inspired by the Imperial tank used in Rogue One, I set about converting the Mini-Rig to something I could use for 28mm gaming.

So, with the use of some filler and plasticard I created this conversion.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh2CAlJZsHEa-UMYEd50-yCIIlJB8Ffd9CUNiiCLzRb6oDrGaZdq2_hxu8Ui73uqQwqg5TeKxQ7yrQ_kA2AXkAG9v8QQUAmXMsePJDpRR4TiXXyF_-Umn7ftgim4vNbwCD9eQAsXrfNVx8ue2FsKlppKkOpnnKl4E96E1MWXnkQAcnWJNZK6idMLOY-iv4=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjpg5R5aLVe5fFJO78HrILnUDaoBi7VCTYHdiOJuapaE_pb5Ctt0QVNmdnMSL2tKM4aXG8Ucqa8qUofYnVounDJhM7u7m7w0ey7TY4fMq_iaO2ngcuOlWdpMIHid79HtEqTRFNWTU6nDHJ0mjGWNEbghm5oYwlytVFYXfB7pe7QDk0jO5FJ5Wts46gGdvA=w640-h360)

If you want to see more pictures, have a look on my blog http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/08/converted-star-wars-toy.html (http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/08/converted-star-wars-toy.html).

PS. Of course having taken some pictures, uploaded and published them, that I then spot the bits I missed when painting. :'(
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Converting a Mini-Rig!
Post by: zemjw on August 02, 2023, 09:57:47 AM: Quote from: nozza_uk on August 02, 2023, 09:22:50 AM
PS. Of course having taken some pictures, uploaded and published them, that I then spot the bits I missed when painting. :'(

This is the way ;D

I never understood the tank in Rogue One, it just never made sense to me as a functional vehicle

I think yours looks better and more practical
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Converting a Mini-Rig!
Post by: Kourtchatovium104 on August 02, 2023, 02:06:28 PM: I remember having seen this toy when I was young, now a great conversion! :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Converting a Mini-Rig!
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on August 02, 2023, 02:30:17 PM: Great conversion!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Converting a Mini-Rig!
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on August 02, 2023, 07:46:31 PM: Quote from: zemjw on August 02, 2023, 09:57:47 AM
I never understood the tank in Rogue One, it just never made sense to me as a functional vehicle
Me neither.
I think the props department were provided with an Alvis Stormer flatbed, some prop guns and then they went down the pub and got plastered.

Nice job on the model.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - More Mandalorians
Post by: nozza_uk on August 15, 2023, 05:08:23 PM: I'm back from holiday and picking up my brushes again.

Back in June, I receieved an email from Anvil Industries about their forthcoming 'The Brotherhood' Pre-Order. For those of us who don't have a 3D printer, they were doing a limited print run of their 'The Brotherhood' miniatures.

Why was I interested? Well as you can see from my pictures below, they have a passing resemblance to Mandalorians from Star Wars.

So here is the first two painted up.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhwAvAH7PP81vIfDwb0dlN2NExJOWPWyFj08aNSgro7awR_Kym_KcBhm2_0AoSs1EZ99Od3C1QnS_noGFrOGWCrncpEax2GuJ4kek4dnJyK8rUkI1OSsb2gSITIpYUto_JjYg1ZSRkQ9_9Iab5dl82Wu5y4ysr7QrHZXpEnGi4nG69AS2KUlvvvGMRpdrw=w360-h640)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9a9QlOCEoHiXmqCmyvVrR3FRUdKNODF5AKyVtxQfa9gjX70alVzWqNFkrroxgt6g7CraVWlFbttVL4LE2YSWl3BM_h4bJ80SU373PsBLCGarXr8O4B5-MGu2REjR2SzK1egb9ft4UUGqx98BWcaww5-n5DIlXoy4T9R54wF7rag1iZLFCOA8jImc7elk=w360-h640)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions
Post by: nozza_uk on August 18, 2023, 04:16:06 PM: There's a new Star Trek board game out. It's called Away Missions and the best way to describe it is as a combination of Imperial Assault and a CCG. Like Imperial Assault you have card mission boards and plastic playing figures. Like a CCG, you put together two decks of cards that you want to play during the game.

The figures themselves are approx 50mm tall and chunky. In the base set you get Riker, Data, Worf and Shelby for the Federation. You compete against the Borg led by Locutus. Currently, there's two expansions available - Klingons led by Gowron and Romulans led by Sela.

Here's my Federation away team

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F30bSMCXAAAxbOZ?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F30bSLdXoAAJXho?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F30bSMwX0AAcHAc?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Romulans
Post by: nozza_uk on August 22, 2023, 08:44:06 AM: More Away Missions figures.

his time it's the 'Sela's Infiltrators' expansion pack.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F4ETgC3XYAA_1NZ?format=webp&name=small)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Romulans
Post by: jhonpog on August 23, 2023, 07:29:39 AM: nice paint jobs nozza!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Romulans
Post by: AKULA on August 23, 2023, 09:46:00 AM: good work on the paint jobs - its a shame that the sculpts are so unique that they won't fit in with other ranges

:)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Romulans
Post by: nozza_uk on August 23, 2023, 10:48:40 AM: Thank you for your compliments - they're much appreciated.

Initially I was disappointed with size and style of the sculpts, but as I've painted them, they've really started to grow on me.

I could potentially use them in a game of Fistful of Lead, as you don't need to have many figures on the table.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Klingons
Post by: nozza_uk on August 23, 2023, 10:50:11 AM: Finally finished all the Klingons in 'Gowron's Honor Guard' for Away Missions.

I don't normally paint eyes, but it's Gowron, you've got to have that stare!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F4NMchWXQAAOyjb?format=webp&name=small)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions Klingons
Post by: AKULA on August 23, 2023, 11:36:03 AM: Thats definitely Gowron's stare captured perfectly :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: nozza_uk on August 24, 2023, 07:53:35 AM: Last of the Away Missions figures now painted.

'Locutus's Unimatrix' from the base set.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F4NNWgaXcAAiq-c?format=webp&name=small)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F4NNW34WoAAaOPk?format=webp&name=small)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: Daeothar on August 24, 2023, 10:31:02 AM: They look really good! 8)

I'm still looking for suitable Borg minis to go with my Modiphius Star Trek models myself...
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: nozza_uk on August 24, 2023, 11:51:52 AM: Quote from: Daeothar on August 24, 2023, 10:31:02 AM
They look really good! 8)

I'm still looking for suitable Borg minis to go with my Modiphius Star Trek models myself...

Thanks for the compliment.

Have you looked at the Cyborg drones from Sally 4th? https://wargamesbuildings.co.uk/product/cyborg-drones/ (https://wargamesbuildings.co.uk/product/cyborg-drones/)
(https://ik.imagekit.io/1qkndzqt9i/wp-content/uploads/Borg_2b.jpg)

£10 for 3 though.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: Mammoth miniatures on August 24, 2023, 11:55:32 AM: yWhen they previewed those figures I though they were closer to 15mm because the promo material went on about making them in that style in order to capture the likeness of the characters at such small scale.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: nozza_uk on August 24, 2023, 12:04:34 PM: Quote from: Mammoth miniatures on August 24, 2023, 11:55:32 AM
yWhen they previewed those figures I though they were closer to 15mm because the promo material went on about making them in that style in order to capture the likeness of the characters at such small scale.

I got excited that I'd be able to use my 3d printed figures with them, but alas.

(https://cf.geekdo-images.com/9CVCKzZdsVvUYsZAC95PAQ__medium/img/ZazR8lc7anZmHo1RIXVxCTepcWo=/fit-in/500x500/filters:no_upscale():strip_icc()/pic7661448.jpg)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Star Trek: Away Missions The Borg
Post by: jhonpog on August 24, 2023, 09:45:24 PM: great work on those borg Nozza. To me the style of the figures reminds me a bit of old school citadel figures with the exaggerated proportions. I can see how you like them they do grow on you (borg pun?)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: nozza_uk on September 04, 2023, 11:23:58 AM: Finally finished painting my 'The Brotherhood' figures from Anvil Industries. Six more not Mandalorians ready to join my clan.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhg3-xhcJYokWtuCbahTjNoloBqOG2GHAylIo0BRHFlis0DJ3Hr70TNvwgZm0lLCC6wkrqnDDFdEjvcfqucjyI871BsbXi6A6_IB74Ziz8u2T-9irsoFqskO2tkrBlck9tnma_NDMuup7diCA_xZFHnz6GlB_Y0uYGuZsh5aFuanxjyNx4ALEYGgxTXAC4=w640-h480)

Here are all of my Mandalorian type figures. The majority are from Die Hard Miniatures and include the proxy Din Djarin, Grogu, Boba Fett and Bo Katan figures you can see. The rest are from Anvil Industries and there's a solitary Wizards of the Coast figure at the back.

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Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: AKULA on September 04, 2023, 11:54:14 AM: This is the way!

Good work mate :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on September 04, 2023, 01:07:10 PM: Great work!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: tomrommel1 on September 04, 2023, 01:57:18 PM: nice additions
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: mikedemana on September 04, 2023, 04:55:58 PM: Wow - I love the colors on your Mandalorians! I may have to use your ideas for a blueprint for when I get around to painting some figs that I have... :-*

Mike Demana
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Even More Mandalorians!
Post by: nozza_uk on September 04, 2023, 04:59:37 PM: Quote from: mikedemana on September 04, 2023, 04:55:58 PM
Wow - I love the colors on your Mandalorians! I may have to use your ideas for a blueprint for when I get around to painting some figs that I have... :-*

Thanks for all the nice comments.

Wish I could take credit for the colours, but I've got to thank all the Mandalorian cosplayers out there, they provided the real inspiration for the colour schemes.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a mad man with a box - Sontar-ha!
Post by: nozza_uk on September 08, 2023, 09:37:27 AM: I bought and painted my first squad of Heresy Minis Sharclon back in 2014. I kicked myself when they became unavailable.
Fast forward to 2023 and they're back. Bought three squads to make up for lost time!
All four squads shown in the picture. I think I've matched a nine year old paint job successfully.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F5bru42WwAAwv4V?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a mad man with a box - Sontar-ha!
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on September 08, 2023, 11:23:10 AM: They look great!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a mad man with a box - The Nth Doctor
Post by: nozza_uk on September 18, 2023, 01:41:47 PM: So what do you get if take an Artizan Designs 'Thrilling Tales' figure and swap a hand holding a pistol for a hand holding a Sonic Screwdriver?

The answer is the Nth Doctor. This is designed to be an incarnation of 'The Doctor' from Doctor Who. Calling him the Nth Doctor means he could be a future or past Doctor. Essentially, he's my own creation for Doctor Who gaming that gives me some flexibility for story telling without getting bogged down with continuity.

Outfit wise, the Nth Doctor is inspired by the Mortdecai costume worn by Johnny Depp in the film of the same name.

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(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjYhLCjf7ESsuBZ2m_6F2jQuLPE23d2gYIOoCP99KNSS4ojf86GcCXRXx0Nxwu5OMKYdn3Emhp1B-F_hynF9ymheBrVCiaSX8ZbX5cXvn7pnivtKX1utM7w7A6KkTzIR7P--8DkCZwO-TBNpT0eQ7goGi9tDxxbwbDTtm0broO4FP6JFY833faq3YndODw=w360-h640)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a mad man with a box - The Nth Doctor
Post by: LouieN on September 18, 2023, 02:21:50 PM: A good conversion. What I learned from the doctor is anything is possible. Time is relative with time lords around... :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a mad man with a box - The Nth Doctor
Post by: Malamute on September 18, 2023, 03:25:43 PM: He does the job :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Heavy Weapons Stormtroopers
Post by: nozza_uk on September 29, 2023, 11:26:49 AM: My last bit of Star Wars painting for the foreseeable future. Some Heavy Weapon Stormtroopers. Designed by MrBigTong and printed by 3dkingdoms.

They'll be useful for bulking up my Stormtrooper squads in games of Galactic Heroes, Fistful of Lead: Bigger Battles and Xenos Rampant.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPK0ZFI_IzXj_xH91cG0admSqW94q519b_evWYRusUuSocgo5QCSiyCVYXZ4pAXj8WGR0BCKVXSntLAnN1V79GPPyTJv0LJ0eJqbHB0TsO6mPEdS7YqiTuVstyLaNg4VJQejhOjSOkwT_s_iZjIIjusAXwTbKbNwtQPLDvSev_ilMqbYgQhpxScMfSh3s=w640-h360) (https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpUJ6Xawac4BpgQVjB42LpLIh6J8NN96NNJSWfPdP02KGugB9Kn7LVzkg3H4gE_ONcccXH64kC4ZwOVts1n8_5gv8oiCiCxtYrIG5Nq-2ZA9Bwv0QRqtDlSh1pWk1sACZM3vbEvKNVh4BU2bXSKX6JYv769nXLKB8DB1J82NWTwB32TCdGBmZeZW_MyC8=w640-h360) (https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiH393vIy1JYBwnY4jp2jYWF5VkbEGqJd4geoyFOvLRnDqii5efqlkr5Iy5PxlqieI8PTdZqDq0ZxOJWgZ8hzkU6cuE3s1vmlyDDUPaPbbqCjgBxRMAoTkXdIeUIwc1Okp8bPHcfHe8SwTixpTlc59jkphUgm-QXPBdJNVOBTd7I2-g7TZwifG_qxpvZJ4=w640-h360)

More pictures showing them with other figures on the blog - http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/09/stormtrooper-heavy-weapons.html (http://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/09/stormtrooper-heavy-weapons.html)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Heavy Weapons Stormtroopers
Post by: jhonpog on September 29, 2023, 08:05:26 PM: That's decent amount of heavy weapons teams Nozza. I do like the e-webs they look great.

I'm very tempted to try transparent bases like you have. At the moment I paint mine an agnostic light tan/brown colour so they'll work everywhere. But I think transparent bases could be the solution.

How many stormtroopers do you have in total?
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Heavy Weapons Stormtroopers
Post by: Malamute on September 29, 2023, 10:08:22 PM: I like the Stormies. Especially the one cradling the heavy blaster rifle
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Heavy Weapons Stormtroopers
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on October 01, 2023, 07:55:03 AM: Very nice.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Heavy Weapons Stormtroopers
Post by: AKULA on October 01, 2023, 08:14:56 AM: Looks like they are packing some serious heat

:)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: nozza_uk on October 06, 2023, 03:04:53 PM: Quote from: jhonpog on September 29, 2023, 08:05:26 PM
How many stormtroopers do you have in total?

Finally back from a work trip. Here's a pic of all my Empire troops.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpVDogYMW9dU1dBsXKIbbbcTvH7JHME-khbgimDWc9QWFOMfm01xOQJsegZrn7Ug-vDDkHWDzaS55g4cgjLZoleGZZhVvf3LA72Grg7QMoA7JPwUzyJKWFXd0OqUHJNGggh4c_vkDY2cfUsUY68Whj7nIJwNPJGVXh1oD_8rHdcLQdKHWxznyJNa3SLmM=w640-h360)

I make it approx 40 Stormtroopers, 17 Imperial Army and 9 Imperial Navy figures.

As always, more pictures on the blog https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/10/the-galactic-empire-armed-forces.html (https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/10/the-galactic-empire-armed-forces.html).
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: Pattus Magnus on October 06, 2023, 06:02:05 PM: Lord Vader will be pleased!

Maybe. It’s hard to tell, with the mask.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: BeardGoblin on October 06, 2023, 06:32:36 PM: Quote from: nozza_uk on October 06, 2023, 03:04:53 PM
I make it approx 40 Stormtroopers, 17 Imperial Army and 9 Imperial Navy figures.

A respectable sized force for any game - lookin' good!

Reminds me I should dig out my stash of mini-rigs and actually do something with them!

Quote from: Pattus Magnus on October 06, 2023, 06:02:05 PM
Lord Vader will be pleased!

Maybe. It’s hard to tell, with the mask.

Any conversation with Lord Vader you get to walk away from, right? :D
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: AKULA on October 06, 2023, 07:13:00 PM: Quote from: nozza_uk on October 06, 2023, 03:04:53 PM
Here's a pic of all my Empire troops.

Long live the Empire!

8)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: jhonpog on October 06, 2023, 09:03:06 PM: Very nice collection Nozza. Great to see the imperial army troopers again they are my favourite.

Have you finished do you think or will this army keep growing? ;D

oh yeah i do like those clear bases I am going to have to try something like this
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: Malamute on October 07, 2023, 08:41:19 AM: Quote from: AKULA on October 06, 2023, 07:13:00 PM
Long live the Empire!

8)

Save the rebellion!

Save the dream!

Great to see your troops on parade!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Imperials
Post by: nozza_uk on October 08, 2023, 08:07:20 AM: Quote from: jhonpog on October 06, 2023, 09:03:06 PM
Have you finished do you think or will this army keep growing?

I'm calling them finished for the moment, but never say never. If I see some Stormtroopers in a sale ;)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Jedi
Post by: nozza_uk on October 09, 2023, 09:17:00 AM: Following on from my Empire overview. Here is my little contingent of Jedi Knights. The vast majority are converted Frostgrave wizards that I did back in 2020. Also, there's a couple of Rogue Stars figures and lastly a Yoda/Grogu figure from Diehard Miniatures.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrphj4nyEnqyKAkmhM0kpQKfw2HVg8ahcJiYV68XcdozDYB09iDRz2ZgID_bcXxwL1zqi-r47F2Sb2bEU47BjVQbF1iL0qrIpCUOTmusmT5x6AXO6CI5TJFVmymRMVgH__yYpPCMqy9SxTK_aU6z7PHkIyBpny3cgLftdOfyRmgmV7dneN_bVCoAHFoPE=w640-h360)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Jedi
Post by: Malamute on October 09, 2023, 11:03:42 AM: Excellent, always good to see the Frostgave wizards being put to good use! :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - All my Jedi
Post by: AKULA on October 09, 2023, 01:09:51 PM: Nice work Nozza, quite a collection :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk jumps through a Stargate!
Post by: nozza_uk on October 16, 2023, 05:11:10 PM: Although I never watched it religiously, I have always had a fondness for Stargate SG-1. Recently, I found myself binge watching it while I was getting over a bout of Covid.

A long time ago, I picked up the 'not' Stargate figures from Hasslefree Miniatures. Although I gamed with them, I was never truly happy with their 'not Teal'c figure as it was armed two machine guns. What I really wanted was a Teal'c figure holding his famous staff weapon.

Fast forward to 2023 and you pretty much find what you want sculpted and available to be 3D printed. Sure enough, I found a Teal'c figure holding a staff weapon on Etsy. Designed by Papsikels and printed by Starlettminiatures, I bought the figure below.

Although billed as 32mm, when put on a standard 'slotta' base, the figure towered over other normal 28mm figures. So I used a thinner base. Next job was trying to match a paint job I did over 10 years ago.

Here's the result.

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Mixed in with Hasslefree and The Assault Group figures.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEidVmvA9gUBepa__umNjQfLHx95cdlS5UeJ66P2mpUR1g19pva5IRRNt4X8DpYLKG-LZijx3dmpd2ky0oISv2w8AC7C2Lt9PNujjtj0wEb6wYfNtjKnDdnyjbPwMehGFN-srz-lPNz0xIM6QzcU9IAO7u6R_50V8KjfgatHvdpdY1guv04Mw9qRnYbI23E=w640-h480)

The height difference and paint job hopefully not too noticeable.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the Final Frontier (again)
Post by: nozza_uk on October 23, 2023, 02:29:39 PM: After a Covid enforced break, eased myself back into painting with Kirk, Spock and McCoy wearing the uniforms from films 2 to 6. 3D printed via an Etsy seller.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F9II3-MXcAAeoXv?format=jpg&name=large)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the Final Frontier (again)
Post by: AKULA on October 24, 2023, 08:33:30 PM: Good job on the Stargate team...reminds me, I really must get a game in with mine at some point.

Also nice work on the Star Trek minis

8)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does the Final Frontier (again)
Post by: jhonpog on October 25, 2023, 11:49:00 PM: yeah nice job on those star gate figs they look like they could be used in all sorts of games
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "I am the law"
Post by: nozza_uk on October 30, 2023, 10:35:08 AM: My latest painting. I saw these Judge Dredd Street Judges for sale from a 3D printer. Advertised as 28mm, I would say that they are on the small 28mm side.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgGcpfvE58orOU81qZkjRyfjZuaNletWdVPTN7BUQ-99-YSPyMMlmkWQOK4dUZ6_yhNq200TmKXEFs2paI7bLWswolcJOqJtlx67yHo9pS4gWC4BMkFnQgQ4sxE-5h7j3akhvQ_TOi5Rp1e5a8Dm1pHcSuuQ2y2F6DuK5nGeknd8Nh7ey6KNcGFMV-q97c=w640-h360)

If you're interested, I do have some comparison pics with the old Foundry and Mongoose ranges on the blog https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/10/i-am-law.html (https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2023/10/i-am-law.html).
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "I am the law"
Post by: Bullshott on October 30, 2023, 08:20:03 PM: What's not to like about a bit of 2000AD? Nice work on the judges 👍
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "I am the law" - Fattie Stampede!
Post by: nozza_uk on November 08, 2023, 10:43:11 AM: I managed to find some 3D printed Fatties on Etsy.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjejh7HU0aLWfsvJZXZFtm8UK9UieRG_zWkSuq8eO-sLu-FotB5zNoVitcmR5gqfWn4gfWrzXT2BSXqd2sTgj92hB9SLCax79GTPSt1JbuzK4HZQol4x95O4wYZvkwtt5kWhvhuda0CyZDSW6dOe8WLyVf006IdNLqQ0Pe_OpsXlxXmceItOp5WbisI2ww=w640-h360)

Added them to figures from the official ranges by Warlord Games and Mongoose Games (Back Middle). Wasn't until I took the picture that I realised one of the Warlord Fatties had gone AWOL.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhxwptLaP3X-u7WMGOzzslexRmfVoIbLkutH0YRM33sCOQWuQLzL0e-gHmUIWtyqx6zFNoZjTVYXqWjUGDJPDDld7Q1m4ejElYRfIGoWxtUJY2uRSdIjrhM8Pzdm00yj09dmwn8_x6fv6qk56hwNFB4l-noSra_ggZeBScWI4UtmLCJuFi2bPw4moI887o=w640-h360)

You don't want to be in the way when they start rollin'! lol
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Strange New Worlds
Post by: nozza_uk on November 21, 2023, 09:49:23 AM: Some more 3D printed Star Trek inspired miniatures. Figures designed by Lost Heresy and printed by TwistedPinnacle3D. This time these miniatures bear a passing resemblance to characters from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.

Here you can see Captain Pike as portrayed by Anson Mount and Una Chin-Riley as potrayed by Rebecca Romijn.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEguHpj1TqXZ-KmrBKaOsgEs9jKnhTu6DFgZObOprDIDgVfNC_2ZL-MVPtsq2aRQzUM39LUiE2CLSc_UCHlppy18jralO3jTs98do0YWUPNHcEZRtHZQQLBPvrWjplSjnQE42csyU4cGngbDYPFakiIDY9OCi4vLLBWXx13fkOsiLF8vHktYaTOJaqSJKT0=w640-h480)

Also, in the pack were these three crewmembers. Again, the figure with the extended arm resembles Anson Mount. The figure holding the mug looks like Dr M'Benga as portrayed by ‎Babs Olusanmokun.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPmf1HRV1Wbo7uOyB4KofjwBqCuNukLcYMWCdfT5kBF-oNf5y6islb7fbZVtjk4wvQGjinq6H00OUYHmvpnESpRwFmp2leAMSsfPsNuTwVpoUyk-dLlm-hZqwNnhVZ0K1Iqik9VAVi2KVLNDunhuLkCaLHrKDmvPzrOymkxtJZuQGODVaqOtAtGAoB-Fc=w640-h480)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Strange New Worlds
Post by: Commander Roj on November 21, 2023, 01:34:13 PM: Good. I'd not seen these latest figures from SNW.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Strange New Worlds
Post by: jhonpog on November 22, 2023, 04:09:48 AM: very nice paint jobs on all your latest figures Nozza. Big fan of Dredd cool to see those miniatures
Title: Re: Nozza_uk assembles a motley crew.
Post by: nozza_uk on December 15, 2023, 12:10:39 PM: This is most likely my last modelling of 2023

Over the last couple of years, we've seen an explosion in multi-part figure kits from a variety of manufacturers. This has been great for creating custom figures. However, it does leave a lot of wasted plastic parts.

Fortunately, companies (like Anvil Industries) now produce bodies/torsos/legs that allow a gamer to use those spare parts.

The two pictures below show 8 Anvil Industries bodies that have parts taken from a variety of manufacturers added to them. At a glance I can spot Frostgrave, Stargrave, Fireforge, Games Workshop and Great Escape Games parts being used.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhiY5hIzVp_UI8X6oywjxAq_CPOM7bf8s82nFIIuQJm-dk7e11RyrAs8fPrIyPUz7LKBKpuJEDloM5BNB7JRkp5WeyfRYBxKf_LHLhI32anmaJC2_lPEs89gUIS3RXu1ILHc9-jZsNLp2pdnXdWWD_WmqE-torzjSzkG4WfEkm7hWhci8XtvNpC-GmRzgU=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhN_WJkp5D8fnuPbGhdiwydVC6osr-2eczqIFhQj7fXgA0XGS1AxogxbfHxdpN_tlpxaClunK3LXgVkVWYiH2RlFG6I2ybH7nxU6mry0ynS6S9EkhceUeBOpJi2RpP7Uu1xzlMypLDhc39Hx8RRxhV3qskquoS1JnWHsLS7XVBPLGYKn1wABqWyMeJ2t5A=w640-h360)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk assembles a motley crew.
Post by: hubbabubba on December 15, 2023, 12:18:29 PM: They are a good motley bunch, very useful in 5 parsecs I magine.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk assembles a motley crew.
Post by: Kourtchatovium104 on December 15, 2023, 01:58:43 PM: Great! Mixing several manufacturers is always very interesting to have original minis, when it is possible (scales, you know...) :)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk assembles a motley crew.
Post by: AKULA on December 15, 2023, 03:04:06 PM: Really like the Captain Pike..tempted to get a few of those to play about with

Also good work on the kitbashing - very motley looking 8)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk assembles a motley crew.
Post by: Grumpy Gnome on December 15, 2023, 03:23:14 PM: Loving the kitbashed custom figures mate!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk and various UNIT scientific advisors
Post by: nozza_uk on January 09, 2024, 09:56:52 AM: First hobby activity of 2024 (and somewhat inspired by the recent Dr Who specials), various UNIT scientific advisors from Doctor Who. All the figures are from Crooked Dice.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwMUp9H0feJqPA9S6kU8myGpYshTuReV0QT0iBgo8wl8A97KtENVfB5LgsTu4obR0qCKqVLgVrZ_xdqlI27ieq5ycZwjncno1_nIqgPoJkjU_pUlG1ACd2XY03kaiJZ4gIc5ZZ-gLXlEfJyNqbW72UUL6PJF_N7r8TOEoKL7li5Y10PjZTjAD_4jM0kAM=w640-h360)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj3SFqD5NdNOblXD-9Tf1fqvLMq4lKiLGbdQTJx-K5RfKuV7AiXY88RuKSwEg65i-UUuoSTkt2J09yphe7VDciOVe0hoGt8Gf17UszfhzHmM8x3OBlymd9ixdQ4lcKjb3E_lst56rB-O5lbFm0IUuPQKEUCnBlKX1t429bDpqSrYb9K-e8MKjHZmoNDYQE=w640-h360)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk and various UNIT scientific advisors
Post by: Mad Lord Snapcase on January 09, 2024, 11:05:52 AM: Excellent painting, they look great.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does a galaxy far, far, far away! - Utinni (Jawas)
Post by: nozza_uk on January 22, 2024, 04:14:38 PM: Some Jawas for our ongoing Star Wars campaign. 3D printed and picked up via eBay.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GEdW_0CXUAAVzpp?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GEdW_e7WcAE-sZv?format=jpg&name=large)

All stated up and ready to go in a game of A Fistful of Lead.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk fleshes out his market
Post by: nozza_uk on January 30, 2024, 05:52:08 PM: Inspired by the likes of Akula and others, but not having the room for scratch built things, I bought a couple of small scenic items to liven up my table.

First up, some market tables. Raiding my bits box for some guns, I now have a back alley arms dealer.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhobhN_czTK_o9RyHRpLLDddeQuG4kkYHM_byFHhHLkMnpwUBsXKho07uqkhLOPkemqBTdTluacXvr8hOiBWwMI1PsWpFciefJKpF_uyw1ht9NsFSPkRmX2owzzPrf5HkC7PYwKsnVO3gedgl7HtwX_tueiAglp_cnx-c8NCYFQnuyRHtqBGZlN6NJzCf8=w640-h360)

Next up, some stalls selling some exotic fruits or vegetables.

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Title: Re: Nozza_uk fleshes out his market
Post by: AKULA on January 30, 2024, 06:31:36 PM: Nice job mate, those work really well 8)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk fleshes out his market
Post by: axiom on January 30, 2024, 09:01:51 PM: The fruit stalls in particular are brilliant. What did you use for all the exotic goods?
Title: Re: Nozza_uk fleshes out his market
Post by: Sgt_T on January 31, 2024, 08:15:23 AM: Quote from: axiom on January 30, 2024, 09:01:51 PM
The fruit stalls in particular are brilliant. What did you use for all the exotic goods?

Indeed. Definitely going to steal this idea :)

T.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk fleshes out his market
Post by: nozza_uk on January 31, 2024, 09:15:32 AM: Quote from: axiom on January 30, 2024, 09:01:51 PM
The fruit stalls in particular are brilliant. What did you use for all the exotic goods?

Wish I could claim credit, but they came as part of the set.

(https://i.etsystatic.com/32447323/r/il/6be8a9/4546992969/il_794xN.4546992969_f6iq.jpg)

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1374471966/sci-fi-market-placebazaar-unpainted?ref=yr_purchases (https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1374471966/sci-fi-market-placebazaar-unpainted?ref=yr_purchases)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "Klaatu barada nikto"
Post by: nozza_uk on February 02, 2024, 09:12:48 AM: No, not the characters from Star Wars :)

Gort, the robot from the 1951 science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still.

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Probaby going to menace an errant Timelord or a starship crew on the final frontier.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "Klaatu barada nikto"
Post by: JollyBob on February 02, 2024, 06:31:59 PM: Nice job on the market stalls, I've just had the same set delivered from HeadBunny Games, lovely pieces and cheap as chips.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "Klaatu barada nikto"
Post by: Will Bailie on February 02, 2024, 06:54:40 PM: Quote from: nozza_uk on February 02, 2024, 09:12:48 AM
No, not the characters from Star Wars :)

Gort, the robot from the 1951 science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still.

I saw "klaatu barada nikto" and had hopes of seeing Ash "this is my boomstick" Williams! However I also approve of Gort(s) :)

Lovely stuff, I will have to order a set of those market stalls for my own table!
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does "intelligences greater than man's"
Post by: nozza_uk on February 05, 2024, 09:20:19 AM: Following on from Gort, here we have some 3D printed aliens based on the Martians from the 1953 film version of 'The War of the Worlds'.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjK_f61hvDSGQ2SzvZMFtrBI4UHQ9kn77dYcaSXKyaNAMtdF937_HfG-aQbHVo7mocJ7ba6aIMgY4nAvJV4DY5HXVq6T0Yf2UAT_Vjyz0cKA6AnbFhRVMrOzRO0RAToL7AJ6AtofqFO3Rz9uu93-6MBP2fkmViwKTzZE7MKulNx7OPRitD2DTXP2UA8rxA=w640-h480)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhqSH6TMp2LgG6eKokQFxBVphW89YaV2ovEMyuTdwuI-95DN1yDpbjLM_gWvl02vXjjCwtye0IFuyqLRbWYvveXTZ6yV4Aub-rgPsQU8tbj-uyrHgu6qzG3fHk-Y9sQh0Y8Iyw955IMIijF3sLuv4yVjNGw4vtYL-gKvK2mNJbcbigR9mgO93iFqYEvwPo=w640-h480)

Lastly, I now have a variety of 'Martians'!

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Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: nozza_uk on February 23, 2024, 01:22:26 PM: Another 3D printed race of aliens.

The Mangalores appeared in the 1997 film 'The Fifth Element'.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKa6SAwc4UmDJdDcuzhYIlpd5QSdxXSPugcNNtkebVfy_09zHUgpwvCJGwoh2Ckp8NPtRa_uBDf1rVU5y9k1NSOz1Y9apsENzOHpOlPGOftu5rPqDfMjT-jl2tCh0I2654Rq79bXC3bDMReaDwoD-rDctlQ15rYLiWf85FkewnwpvdMQVpaLSGo_d3NEw=w640-h480)

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Scale wise, they fit the 'not' Korben Dallas and Leeloo from Heresy Miniatures.

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More details on the blog https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2024/02/mangalores-from-fifth-element.html (https://nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2024/02/mangalores-from-fifth-element.html)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: Kourtchatovium104 on February 23, 2024, 02:17:00 PM: Your Mangalores are nicely colored. The only problem with them is when they push a suddenly flashing button... :D
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: hubbabubba on February 23, 2024, 06:35:22 PM: They look like really nice sculpts.

Have you switched varnish or something? The new additions look really shiney next to Corben & Leeloo.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: nozza_uk on February 23, 2024, 07:03:31 PM: Quote from: hubbabubba on February 23, 2024, 06:35:22 PM
Have you switched varnish or something? The new additions look really shiney next to Corben & Leeloo.

I would normally apply a coat of spray anti-shine after varnishing, but the weather hasn't been warm or dry enough to apply it.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: AKULA on February 24, 2024, 08:18:45 AM: Nice job - are you trying to cover EVERY sci-fi setting :o
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 25, 2024, 09:41:07 AM: Nice painting.

Are you going for all varieties of martian?
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: nozza_uk on February 25, 2024, 11:19:43 AM: Quote from: AKULA on February 24, 2024, 08:18:45 AM
Nice job - are you trying to cover EVERY sci-fi setting :o

It's the curse of having 3d designers reliving their childhoods! lol
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does multi pass or Mangalores
Post by: nozza_uk on February 26, 2024, 11:35:43 AM: Quote from: nozza_uk on February 25, 2024, 11:19:43 AM
It's the curse of having 3d designers reliving their childhoods! lol

In fairness, a lot of my interest comes from an old film and wandering if figures exist for it. Caught "Warlords of Atlantis" the other day and then discovered that someone had designed some figures based on the troops in that film. Similarly, watched "This Island Earth" and as a result I know have Metaluna mutants waiting to be painted. Of course, you start browsing online stores and it's very easy to add items to your shopping cart. Also, 3d printed is reasonably priced, 10 figures costs on average £12.50 + p&p.

The other thing I do is watch certain creators on Patreon and see what's on their pipeline. For example, BigMrTong has created the Revwien from Star Wars, as well as some very familiar looking Jabba the Hutt's human guards.
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Warlords of Atlantis
Post by: nozza_uk on March 08, 2024, 03:58:04 PM: Warlords of Atlantis is described as a 1978 British adventure science fiction film, where two deep-sea explorers and their crew must survive a master race of beings and monstrous creatures when they discover the fabled city of Atlantis.

I have always had a fondness for this film and was very pleased to have recently seen it again on TV.

Of course, it got me thinking, does anybody do any figures for the film; especially the Atlantean troops? Sure enough, I found Antediluvian Miniatures did a range in metal (including a not Doug McClure) and Big Mr Tong had recreated them in 3D.

I ordered the Big Mr Tong sculpts from a 3D printer and I ordered the 'Warlord' commnader figure from Antediluvian.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Zs-waq8PVoUfpqZtZ3QFf6FVdGwOFr2wZGQGw-dRFVfFNHwz4j0HYBX3jfS7Sh5q9NGcnq9bZaute6l56Z1M-Mjd69DToPcwENwt9qwTvakpOLHKMqxzG9JwM8EivnsJEkNs2_rG-09xW_cgIPlDYGDxBfq0_MTf7SIecBFlm-3yCym6Ua0owHdJ9h4/w360-h640/1000005706.jpg)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-wAeuKijmGDD-AhA-IUI4aqbBGKIG8ISPjvFzNb0nB06ILCYOxrbHNhasuFH-BGVNiG6YG47sYfrPhJWByDARGgAZ9hSd-58L4oOT5hdczOSaMXAby8wfRyEHjAn5VSAcfC_RNHmaCxoZdu5bMkX6gTsuNSuPzbw9t9fZ2-vNlAnqhQDJ3_A7o_x5Al0/w640-h360/1000005704.jpg)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Metaluna Mutants
Post by: nozza_uk on March 26, 2024, 12:06:59 PM: One of the most famous Universal monster designs in the history of Hollywood. These aliens featured in the 1955 science fiction film This Island Earth. They once occupied the planet Metaluna and were bred for menial labour.

This Island Earth was one of those 1950s/60s films that got broadcast during the school holidays and that's where I developed my love for all those films.

When I saw that the mutants had been recreated in 3D and were available on Etsy, I jumped at the chance to get some.

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv0EZrZo0RjmPS1dN1gP4fLXT8BLnhCXHPFKsNH62xQNeiJOjWKyHXOQLb9a_swxD5IdvmZpLJTgkqNer_ZUsKKaeBEcPFlephFd684JP22Fj_3DSmtianEZqLAvtsIUKQBhY6bDt2Pb3xBStl5Yvz-0NpHSUGk5jGDcEiIMUK9dk52v8KrOyinihTs5g/w640-h360/20240322_085114.jpg)

(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi61YxqGaehtkmhjX2_lC9rMW2akiGBtobNZO-6MvfWOYxhss8jnMIrbWoX2tRx8EXAZc5b7Lnr0o6EEVkFvvU4dJ7s-hrb3ernAFliNTeDsD8bVaN3fvm6_t-O1TzZYm4xmR39AiY28OsFT6kP0eKSN6PUx9ymTe5vlwQ_xvu6TSqoa1SPefn3T3kUFTE/w640-h360/20240322_085207.jpg)
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Metaluna Mutants
Post by: mikedemana on March 26, 2024, 08:14:18 PM: Suitably creepy! As nostalgic as we can be for our old Hollywood creature features, I think streaming has been a huge boon for flicks based on our gaming interests. Whether current or soon-to-be after viewing!

Mike Demana
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Metaluna Mutants
Post by: Sunjester on March 27, 2024, 08:11:35 AM: STOP, please stop. If it's not bad enough that you first introduced me to Mr Big Tong's (very affordable) 3d designs in the first place. Now, just when I convince myself I do not actually need every 20th century movie alien/monster, you post up piccis of painted minis and my resolve melts away, again! lol

Nice work, keep it coming (my wallet can afford it for now at least!).
Title: Re: Nozza_uk does Metaluna Mutants
Post by: nozza_uk on March 27, 2024, 04:07:57 PM: Quote from: Sunjester on March 27, 2024, 08:11:35 AM
STOP, please stop. If it's not bad enough that you first introduced me to Mr Big Tong's (very affordable) 3d designs in the first place. Now, just when I convince myself I do not actually need every 20th century movie alien/monster, you post up piccis of painted minis and my resolve melts away, again! lol

Nice work, keep it coming (my wallet can afford it for now at least!).

Thanks for the feedback.

There is the problem. If you know where to look, those sculpts are very affordable. One Etsy seller (with discounts) is effectively selling them for a £1 a figure. 3DKingdoms have a 10% Easter sales on at the moment too. Also, it's worth following Mr Big Tong on Patreon (it's free to do so) and you can see what's coming down the line.