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Title: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: Malamute on July 13, 2013, 12:59:00 PM
Back from the annual holiday in the West of Britannia (where bronzing oil was essential) The house of Malamutius Calvus has invested in its first Gladiator, Astinax the Myrmillo:

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/13/86_13_07_13_1_49_04_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/13/86_13_07_13_1_49_04_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/13/86_13_07_13_1_49_04_2.jpg)

Astinax is a 40mm Battle Honours figure and will soon be competing in the arena against Gladiators from the House of Bibbles The Flos using Furt's new Blood on the Sands rules. An AAR of our first encounter will follow soon. :)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: H.M.Stanley on July 13, 2013, 01:13:54 PM
Oow that's nice!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Bugsda on July 13, 2013, 02:16:38 PM
Is this for your wife to play with?  Ace paintjob Nikolus   ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mason on July 13, 2013, 02:20:15 PM
Nice work, sir.
Love the shield.
 :-*

....the House of Bibbles The Flos

 lol
That sounds pretty scary to me, like a Roman knocking shop or something.
 ::)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mister Rab on July 13, 2013, 02:34:03 PM
Lovely! I always thought Battle Honours' gladiators looked a little skinny and stretched but that myrmillo looks the business  :-*

Particularly nice shield  8)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Silent Invader on July 13, 2013, 02:46:59 PM
Is this for your wife to play with?)
 
 lol

Excellent painting ......  I'm very impressed by the number of projects that you and JimBob are involved in at the mo......
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Ray Earle on July 13, 2013, 03:27:18 PM
Nicely done.  :D

40mm though? Not try to compensate for something are you...  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Tellus on July 13, 2013, 03:51:03 PM
Awesome paint job Malamutius! Waiting for the AAR.
Although I always liked Gladiators I thought Gladiator fighting must be pretty boring.But with the rules of Furt it seems I might be wrong.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 13, 2013, 04:14:50 PM
Bibbles the Flos  ???

Peachy mate, just peachy  :-*

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 13, 2013, 04:18:42 PM
Bibbles the Flos  ???

Peachy mate, just peachy  :-*

cheers

James

Latin dear boy... ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 13, 2013, 04:20:45 PM
Ah, just looked it up and was pleasantly surprised  :)

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 13, 2013, 04:22:35 PM
Ah, just looked it up and was pleasantly surprised  :)

cheers

James

 lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 13, 2013, 04:24:12 PM
Well come on, I was expecting insults  lol

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mason on July 13, 2013, 04:26:48 PM
Well come on, I was expecting insults  lol

Not sure about that.
When I did a little digging, I git the following for Flos:
flora, floral, floret, floriculture, florid, floriferous, floriform, florist, floruit, flourish, inflorescence.

Bibbles the Floral?
 o_o
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 13, 2013, 04:30:03 PM
Not sure about that.
When I did a little digging, I git the following for Flos:
flora, floral, floret, floriculture, florid, floriferous, floriform, florist, floruit, flourish, inflorescence.

Bibbles the Floral?
 o_o


Or flower.

 Seemed appropriate after yesterday Biibles was seem embracing Southern tendencies he would usually scorn.
 lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mason on July 13, 2013, 04:31:20 PM

Or flower.

 Seemed appropriate after yesterday Biibles was seem embracing Southern tendencies he would usually scorn.
 lol

Should he be referred to as Petal from now on...?
 ::)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 13, 2013, 04:32:35 PM
Should he be referred to as Petal from now on...?
 ::)



 lol lol lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 13, 2013, 04:33:27 PM
Should he be referred to as Petal from now on...?
 ::)



If you dare  ;D

The one I got was 'youthful prime'...

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mason on July 13, 2013, 04:35:06 PM
If you dare  ;D

The one I got was 'youthful prime'...

 lol lol lol

Latin for the Gullible, was it?
 ::)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Bugsda on July 13, 2013, 05:21:35 PM


The one I got was 'youthful prime'...



Isn't he one of the Transformers?  ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Furt on July 13, 2013, 10:28:45 PM
Great stuff Nick - Astinax is special - he has a nice lunging pose for sure. I had never even seen 40mm Battle Honours gladiators before you too.  :-*

Looking forward to the AAR between the Houses of Bibbles The Flos (how sweet  :D) and Malamutius Calvus (I can't believe you actually kept that name for yourself lol).

I'd love to see Bibbles' man, so I may set the odds.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 14, 2013, 07:04:42 AM
He's at the top of this page  :)

http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=54170.45 (http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=54170.45)

Place your bets now  :D

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Captain Blood on July 14, 2013, 09:18:25 AM
Nice. Good nipples.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Ray Earle on July 14, 2013, 10:33:18 AM
Nice. Good nipples.

A must for gladiatorial combat.  ;) Especially if you've been watching Spartacus..
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Furt on July 14, 2013, 12:16:54 PM
He's at the top of this page  :)

http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=54170.45 (http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=54170.45)

Place your bets now  :D

cheers

James

Oh - that fine fellow.

I assume you will be fielding him as a thraex?
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 14, 2013, 12:27:25 PM
Oh - that fine fellow.

I assume you will be fielding him as a thraex?

 He doesn't even have a shield. It won't be much of a contest.

First blood to the Ludus Malamutius.  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 14, 2013, 12:34:13 PM
nice work, Nick, especially on the skin. Hope your ludus will be getting some more gladiators, so keep it coming :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 14, 2013, 12:36:44 PM
nice work, Nick, especially on the skin. Hope your ludus will be getting some more gladiators, so keep it coming :)

Started the next one already a Retiarius. :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 14, 2013, 08:57:06 PM
The shield isn't done yet  ;D and at the moment I've no idea what he is  lol

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Lowtardog on July 19, 2013, 04:16:52 PM
Ooh didnt realise there were 40mm gladiators, verious niceicus :-*

off for a quick shufty. Dont sash and sabre do some too?

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 19, 2013, 04:36:33 PM
Ooh didnt realise there were 40mm gladiators, verious niceicus :-*

off for a quick shufty. Dont sash and sabre do some too?



Don't know of anyone else who does these in 40mm, I don't think Sash and Sabre do any.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Eric the Shed on July 19, 2013, 05:01:48 PM
Has Jim built the arena yet?
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 19, 2013, 05:04:12 PM
Has Jim built the arena yet?

Building

 ;D

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 19, 2013, 05:04:57 PM
Building

 ;D

cheers

James

 
Good answer lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Eric the Shed on July 19, 2013, 05:06:25 PM
And I was only joking....

Hope you both had good holidays!

Catch up soon

Giles
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Lowtardog on July 19, 2013, 05:33:20 PM
Don't know of anyone else who does these in 40mm, I don't think Sash and Sabre do any.

Aye its romans that they do, I was sure someone like trident design did some :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 19, 2013, 10:47:18 PM
Aye its romans that they do, I was sure someone like trident design did some :)

These are the Trident Designs figures, which were sold by Battle Honours and are now sold by Old Glory 15s USA. I got mine at Salute about ten years ago. Just started painting them now lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Malamute on July 21, 2013, 01:10:42 PM
Introducing Nisus the Retiarius.

 Sold into slavery in Hispania Nisus has mastered the net and trident at the Ludus of Malamutius Calvus. He faces his first true test tomorrow night in the arena against gladiators from the houses of Bibbles the Flos and Medicus Mortem.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_21_07_13_2_01_50_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_21_07_13_2_01_50_2.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_21_07_13_2_01_51_3.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_21_07_13_2_01_51_4.jpg)

40mm Battle Honours/Trident Designs now available from Old Glory 15s
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Furt on July 21, 2013, 01:23:56 PM
Beautiful and very dangerous looking. I feel for the poor fellow facing him.

I do hope he doesn't trip on his own net though.  :o

These minis (or not so minis) have come up a treat Nick. Your game is going to look good.  :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 21, 2013, 01:31:30 PM
No oil...

 ;D

Nice mate  8)

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Furt on July 21, 2013, 01:44:54 PM
BTW James are you aware Bibulus or Bibaculus means drunkard?  ;D

This does not bode well...
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Malamute on July 21, 2013, 02:16:11 PM
 lol lol lol

That's perfect, ask him what he did last night? lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 21, 2013, 02:52:05 PM
BTW James are you aware Bibulus or Bibaculus means drunkard?  ;D

This does not bode well...

Fantastic, I'll change my Ludus name then!

And yes, I was out last night for eight or nine pints  :D

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Ray Earle on July 21, 2013, 09:23:18 PM
Looking good Nick.  :D

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Centaur_Seducer on July 21, 2013, 09:44:27 PM
Setting aside the two pages of deflowering poor Bibbly, that's one stonking paintjob Mammy! I look forward to the whole arena :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus
Post by: Mason on July 22, 2013, 12:05:14 AM
Introducing Nisus the Retiarius.

And I rudely forgot to say what a stunning looking fella he is.

Scary bugger, all right!

Nice work, Malamutius.
 :-*

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: H.M.Stanley on July 22, 2013, 03:43:12 PM
Bloody Retiarius; no wonder thay weren't liked!!  ;)

Top work chap
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Malamute on August 14, 2013, 03:43:41 PM
Another recruit for the Ludus of Malamutius; Pernix the Thraex.

Captured in Gaul and condemned to death in the arena, Pernix is a Damnatio ad Gladium.He cannot surrender and if he asks for Missio he will be executed immediately. He has nothing to lose in the arena.....


(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_14_08_13_4_38_41_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_14_08_13_4_38_42_1.jpg)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 14, 2013, 03:46:46 PM
Seriously good painting, Nick, he looks damn good. Well done!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Silent Invader on August 14, 2013, 04:46:19 PM
Showing some skillz there Nick - most impressive  8)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Dr. The Viking on August 14, 2013, 04:52:00 PM
Aha! I found your secret hang out!

Looking good!


Stupidisimus must be next
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 14, 2013, 05:05:57 PM
He won't last long  ;D

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Malamute on August 14, 2013, 05:27:25 PM
He won't last long  ;D

cheers

James

 lol Probably not. lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Mason on August 14, 2013, 06:07:02 PM
He looks damn fine, sir!
 :-*

My money is on the Thracian.... :D


Some new blood has recently arrived at the docks, but the buggers from Customs want their pound of flesh too before they will hand them over.
 :-[

Picking them up tomorrow.
You just let me know if you are in urgent need of any new stock.
 ;)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Elbows on August 14, 2013, 07:43:25 PM
Love the Thraex...is he a 54mm? (I forgot what scale you're doing).  If he's a 28mm, who is he from? He's lovely.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Furt on August 14, 2013, 10:25:11 PM

Captured in Gaul and condemned to death in the arena, Pernix is a Damnatio ad Gladium.He cannot surrender and if he asks for Missio he will be executed immediately. He has nothing to lose in the arena.....


He is awesome Nick and a dangerous man to boot!  :-*

The ludus of Malamutius Calvus grows steadily...

@Elbows - I believe they are 40mm mate, an odd scale , but some very nice figures.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 21/07/13 Page 3**
Post by: Malamute on August 14, 2013, 11:28:25 PM


@Elbows - I believe they are 40mm mate, an odd scale , but some very nice figures.

Frank is correct. He is 40mm Battle Honours/Trident Designs now only available in the States via OG15s. It is an odd scale, but seems appropriate for single figure games. You don't need to amass too many although we are forced to do some conversions to flesh out some of the more exotic classes.

My ludus champion is up for painting next, my favourite figure from the range. :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Elbows on August 15, 2013, 02:06:59 AM
Gotcha.  I love the post, so had he been 28mm, I'd have to scoop him up!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 14/08/13. Page 4**
Post by: Malamute on August 24, 2013, 06:14:52 PM
Introducing Lupus the Myrmillo.

A Judean slave who has shown much skill and promise for the Ludus of Malamutius Calvus.

Through dedicated training in the disciplines of the sword and shield he has already reached a prowess level of five, but is yet to be tested in the arena....

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_24_08_13_7_03_46_3.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_24_08_13_7_03_46_4.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_24_08_13_7_04_24_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_24_08_13_7_04_25_1.jpg)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Dr. The Viking on August 24, 2013, 06:44:52 PM
I'm sure he's got a stutter. ..

Looks really good!

I can't help but wonder if the post will be bringing me something similar soonish. .... lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on August 24, 2013, 11:14:12 PM


I can't help but wonder if the post will be bringing me something similar soonish. .... lol

I do believe there is a ship sailing to the frozen north carrying slaves bound for the house of the Viking. ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Furt on August 24, 2013, 11:26:34 PM
He is a triumph Nick - beautifully done.  :-*

The helmet detail is exceptional and the stance is great. Painted, these 40mm figures look brilliant.

Through dedicated training in the disciplines of the sword and shield he has already reached a prowess level of five, but is yet to be tested in the arena....

Don't count your chickens (sacred or not) yet mate. I had a Prowess 5 Murmillo, killed by an upstart Hoplomachus who scored a lucky strike on his shield arm, causing him to drop his shield. The rest was history...
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on August 25, 2013, 08:18:24 AM
Thanks Frank.
I've really enjoyed painting these. More slaves are arriving shortly and I will be doing a few conversions to create some more exotic classes.

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 31, 2013, 05:40:50 PM
(As requested) loverly mate  ;)

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: dodge on August 31, 2013, 06:05:27 PM
Very nice work Nick, I do seem to have been away from the forum for a long while.

dodge
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Mason on August 31, 2013, 09:52:30 PM
More slaves are arriving shortly and I will be doing a few conversions to create some more exotic classes.

I think I know where you are going with this, bearing in mind your choices.

Cheese, anyone....?

 ;)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on August 31, 2013, 10:58:34 PM
I think I know where you are going with this, bearing in mind your choices.

Cheese, anyone....?

 ;)



I'm glad you know where I'm going with thi as I seem to be making it up as I go along. lol

What do you think I'm going to do, I'm intrigued to know?
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Mason on August 31, 2013, 11:10:24 PM
Well, to be honest, I thought you were going for one of Furt's more 'exotic' classes and making yourself an Arbelas using the 'cheesecutter' gladi in this pack:

http://oldglory15s.com/Maximus-Bullshead-and-Classic-Gladiators-GLAD5.htm

Maybe I was jumping the gun, but when you said you wanted him, that is what I thought.

Arbelas:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arbelas

Too much thinking, maybe..... ::)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on August 31, 2013, 11:13:13 PM
Arh yes, the Arbelus. He is destined for the Ludus as is with no conversion required.

I have a two sword wielding character in mind based on a certain TV series. Furt  knows which one I favour. ;) :D
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Mason on August 31, 2013, 11:29:35 PM
Arh yes, the Arbelus. He is destined for the Ludus as is with no conversion required.

I have a two sword wielding character in mind based on a certain TV series. Furt  knows which one I favour. ;) :D

Arbelus: That certainly works for me.
 :D

As for two-swords: Sorry about that, mate, but that is a figure (and I dare say the same character from a certain tv series has the same effect as the memories I am thinking of...) that I felt I had to have, as I may not get another chance to make the perfect representation of the character I have in mind.


Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Furt on August 31, 2013, 11:55:55 PM
All this talk of conversions is very intriguing - looking forward to see what you gents come up with.

So the Maximus figure will be used as a Dimachaerus? 

Nick has revealed his passion for a certain style of gladiator to me, which will hopefully appear in the next rules update.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Elbows on September 01, 2013, 12:19:53 AM
I saw a great illustration in Nossov's book on his take on the Dimachaerus...seems to make sense.  I'll see if I can find it online.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on September 01, 2013, 08:03:40 AM
Arbelus: That certainly works for me.
 :D

As for two-swords: Sorry about that, mate, but that is a figure (and I dare say the same character from a certain tv series has the same effect as the memories I am thinking of...) that I felt I had to have, as I may not get another chance to make the perfect representation of the character I have in mind.




No worries, I'm going to use a different donor to make up a Dimatwoswords, possibly the Maxiimus figures.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: pocoloco on September 01, 2013, 08:13:03 AM
Any chance for a group shot of what you have so far good Sir?
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus **Update 24/08/13. New photos**
Post by: Malamute on September 01, 2013, 05:15:14 PM
As requested.

The arena coutesy of that wily old Lanista Bibblos the Flos. (Oshiro Models.)

Training at The Ludus of Malamutius

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_00_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_00_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_00_2.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_00_3.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_00_4.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_55_0.jpg)


Appearing soon at the Circus Malamutis: Lupus The Myrmillo

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_01_09_13_6_08_55_1.jpg)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Mason on September 01, 2013, 05:22:47 PM
They look bloody lovely, mate.
 :-*


I had better pull my finger out, as you are steaming ahead on this.

That arena is pretty damn good too.
I think Bibbles need to have a PM shot his way.
 :D

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: pocoloco on September 01, 2013, 05:55:04 PM
Ave Malamutius calvus, lanista superius!  :D

Damn fine sight, many thanks for the pics. I'll wager my denarii on Lupus' win.

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Dr. The Viking on September 01, 2013, 06:45:29 PM
 :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Ray Earle on September 01, 2013, 08:05:36 PM
Lupus? Wolf?

Jet and Saracen to follow I'll wager..  ;)  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Malamute on September 01, 2013, 08:07:01 PM
Lupus? Wolf?

Jet and Saracen to follow I'll wager..  ;)  lol

First prize to Mr Earle, well spotted. lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Ray Earle on September 01, 2013, 09:58:15 PM
As long as there's no Nightshade.  :o

That woman scared the hell out of me...
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 01, 2013, 10:06:04 PM
All looks great mate... You need some walls though  lol

As long as there's no Nightshade.  :o

That woman scared the hell out of me...

 lol me too

Jet though  ;D ;D ;D

cheers

James
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Furt on September 01, 2013, 10:23:25 PM
They look so good together like that Nick - bloody brilliant.  :-*

All looks great mate... You need some walls though  lol

James' arena floors look superb too! The hexes are so perfectly sanded - do you use a robot for that James?  ;)

Just a small word of advice from an old lanista to another - don't be so hasty to surround your little arena in a complete wall. It may really change the ease of playing a game and turn it into a chore, plus photographing becomes difficult as well.

I know James is enclosing his, so why don't you experiment with one enclosed and with one at least semi-enclosed.

Just my 2 cents worth gents. Your games look brilliant anyway.  :)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Elbows on September 01, 2013, 10:46:34 PM
Now that is some gorgeous stuff right there...sheesh!  :-*
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Malamute on September 02, 2013, 08:27:27 AM
Just a small word of advice from an old lanista to another - don't be so hasty to surround your little arena in a complete wall. It may really change the ease of playing a game and turn it into a chore, plus photographing becomes difficult as well.

I know James is enclosing his, so why don't you experiment with one enclosed and with one at least semi-enclosed.





I'm not going to put walls on mine for exactly the reasons you mention. I'm keeping it open for playability. Thats why its not covered completely in sand either. I wanted it to have a more stylised board game effect.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: dodge on September 02, 2013, 01:29:38 PM
excellent updates, figures look very effective on the game board

dodge
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Mason on September 02, 2013, 02:48:11 PM
I wanted it to have a more stylised board game effect.

That approach is very much a hit with the ladies.
Or so I have been told.
 ::)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Dr. The Viking on September 02, 2013, 02:49:07 PM
Bwah! Pfft!

The ludus of Crassus Vikingus will hear of no such nonsense as an arene without walls!  8)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 02, 2013, 02:58:44 PM
great job on them, Nick, everything very crisp and clean, well done!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/09/13**
Post by: Malamute on October 13, 2013, 07:07:47 PM
Introducing the Hopplomachus Hector.

 Originally from Africanus he was captured in Graece and sold to the house of Malamutius Calvus by the House of Spoons. Unbeknown to the Dominus of the house of Malamutius the Graecian turned out to be a coward. Twice he has entered the arena and twice begged for Missio. Where it not for his demonstration of his skill with the spear and shield during these fights he would surely be resting now in the graveyard of Gladiators.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_13_10_13_7_59_26_2.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_13_10_13_7_59_26_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_13_10_13_7_59_26_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_13_10_13_7_59_26_3.jpg)

He is converted from the Myrmillo figure as seen on page one of this thread with the addition of plume and feathers to his helmet made from Greenstuff, Gladius removed and spear  hammered flat from brass wire added and a small parma shield from the bits box.

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Tomsche on October 13, 2013, 07:08:46 PM
Great job  :-*
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Ray Earle on October 13, 2013, 08:14:54 PM
Very good Nick.  :D

Nowhere near as bad as I'd feared...  ;)  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Malamute on October 13, 2013, 08:21:57 PM
Very good Nick.  :D

Nowhere near as bad as I'd feared...  ;)  lol

 lol

There's more to come ;) lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Mason on October 13, 2013, 09:09:15 PM
So this is what you were up to today while the rest of us were out playing.
He looks bloody good, mate!
 :-*

Nice conversion work.
Even his Liberace pom-poms look good.
 8)


A coward sold to you by the House of Spoons, eh?
You should be more careful then, shouldn't you?
 lol

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Orctrader on October 13, 2013, 09:15:04 PM
These are very good.   :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Furt on October 13, 2013, 10:01:59 PM
He is brilliant mate - well done!! Just like a bought one.  :-*

Love the conversion and the colors used. It is a very natural pose for the spear lunge too.

Is the parma a 28mm Greek shield or some such? Perfect fit either way.

Coward or not - he looks bloody dangerous.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Captain Blood on October 13, 2013, 10:27:40 PM
Very nice converting and painting Nicholas  :)

Arminius looks forward to breaking his spear a second time - and maybe even dealing the coward a fatal blow...
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Bugsda on October 13, 2013, 11:04:43 PM
I somehow missed all your recent updates, spanking work Nicky boy  8)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Furt on October 14, 2013, 02:20:34 AM

Arminius looks forward to breaking his spear a second time - and maybe even dealing the coward a fatal blow...

Now thems fightin' words!!  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Elbows on October 14, 2013, 03:21:14 AM
Bloody tasty stuff.  The Hoplomachus remains my favorite class (Secutor a close second).  beautiful stuff.
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on October 14, 2013, 06:42:05 AM
Very nice matey :-*

Although I am disappointed you paint a design on the shield... These are 40mm after all  ;D

cheers

James
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Post by: Dr DeAth on October 14, 2013, 08:04:48 AM
Jolly nice, you seem to hace forgotten the black tips on the feathers though :)

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Post by: Hammers on October 14, 2013, 08:11:13 AM
An extravagant improvement of the original miniature, dominus. Very well done!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 13/10/13 page 6**
Post by: Malamute on October 19, 2013, 05:54:01 PM
Introducing  Ferox.

Not tested yet in the arena he has mastered the art of the two Gladius fighting style of the Dimacherus.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_19_10_13_6_47_01_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_19_10_13_6_47_01_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_19_10_13_6_47_01_2.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/14/86_19_10_13_6_48_43_0.jpg)

Converted from the Mrymillo featured on page 4. His arms have been repositioned and his left arm covered in Green Stuff and the Gladius added.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Mason on October 19, 2013, 06:33:21 PM
Nicely done, mate!
 8)

It is good to see all these conversions going on.
Who needs variety in sculpts when you can convert your own?
 :D

At this rate, I think we will eventually have all the armatura covered.
Of course, my Dimmo wont be needing that much armour, coz he is proper 'ard!

(Just you wait until you see Gorgeous Georgio!
You will fall in love instantly, knowing you.... ::) :D ;))

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Malamute on October 19, 2013, 06:36:02 PM


(Just you wait until you see Gorgeous Georgio!
You will fall in love instantly, knowing you.... ::) :D ;))



Ooooooohh I'm all a quiver in anticipation. :D
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Elbows on October 19, 2013, 09:53:01 PM
...I want a Dimachaerus...(whines)  :'(
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Ray Earle on October 19, 2013, 10:03:53 PM
Nice stuff Nick.  :D
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Furt on October 20, 2013, 12:21:57 AM
Very nicely converted and painted. His plume is striking.

He looks the part with a great stance too. The ludus of Malamutius Calvus moves into the "exotics"!

Don't forget to "Counter" with him Nick - Counter, Counter, Counter.  ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Captain Blood on October 20, 2013, 11:23:48 AM
Great conversion and nice paintwork Malamutius!
He does look a tad top heavy with that socking great lump of bronze (?) on his bonce. Presumably he will incur extra fatigue for such a large helmet (ooer)?  ;)

Love the crimson plume. Quite a dandy :)
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on October 20, 2013, 11:30:16 AM
Shiny  8)

Although he does look a bit like a historical police dog handler  lol

cheers

James
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Post by: Mason on October 20, 2013, 12:03:08 PM
Presumably he will incur extra fatigue for such a large helmet (ooer)?  ;)

Really, sir, please don't encourage him.
You know what he is like..... ::)



Although he does look a bit like a historical police dog handler  lol

 lol lol



Quite a dandy :)

Yes, he is, isn't he....?
(We are talking about Mama, aren't we?)

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: pocoloco on October 21, 2013, 03:59:05 PM
Ferox looks like he's ready to slice and chop opposing gladiatores into tiny pieces  >:D

When are you lanistas going to see who's the mother of all lanistas? :)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Mason on October 21, 2013, 04:10:50 PM
When are you lanistas going to see who's the mother of all lanistas? :)

There is a rather large knock-out tournament planned for two weeks time at BLAM.
 :D

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Malamute on October 21, 2013, 04:13:15 PM

When are you lanistas going to see who's the mother of all lanistas? :)

It probably isn't one of us ;) lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 19/10/13 Dimacherus page 7**
Post by: Malamute on October 26, 2013, 03:35:38 PM
Introducing Scorpio

A Hopplomachus conversion created from a Myrmillo. Sword removed, Hand drilled out, spear made from brass rod with the end hammered flat then shaped and a full face helmet created from Greenstuff.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/15/86_26_10_13_4_26_45_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/15/86_26_10_13_4_26_45_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/15/86_26_10_13_4_26_45_2.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/15/86_26_10_13_4_26_45_3.jpg)

Only a couple more to do now and the ludus will be complete. But I won't be starting anymore until after BLAM.
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 26/10/2013 Page 8 Hopplomachus**
Post by: Mason on October 26, 2013, 04:22:03 PM
Nicely does it!
 :-*

Only a couple more to do now and the ludus will be complete. But I won't be starting anymore until after BLAM.

Bloody hell!
I havent finished a single one yet.
 ::)

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Post by: Ray Earle on October 26, 2013, 05:04:23 PM
Brilliant.  :D

Gutted I'm going to miss this next week.  :'(
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on October 26, 2013, 06:43:16 PM
Gutted I'm going to miss this next week.  :'(

You're not coming?

cheers

James
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Post by: Ray Earle on October 26, 2013, 07:47:02 PM
Pm'd James.

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Post by: Furt on October 26, 2013, 08:41:03 PM
Brilliant!!  :-*

I'd never had known it was a conversion - very nicely done Nick.

How much greenstuffing did you have to do - just the visor?
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Post by: Elbows on October 26, 2013, 11:27:16 PM
That is simply splendid.  Awesome work.
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Post by: pocoloco on October 27, 2013, 06:51:02 PM
Deadly looking chap that Scorpio! Beautiful work!
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Post by: Dr DeAth on October 28, 2013, 05:05:28 AM
And it looks even better in the flesh (lead?). Malamute's Ludus is sporting some very fine gladiators, if only they fought as good as they looked  lol
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Post by: Justin Buck on October 29, 2013, 02:06:31 AM
I really like Scorpio. That is a great conversion.  What colors did you use for the bronze? Mine always looks like gold when I paint it. Again great work.
Justin Buck
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Post by: Malamute on February 01, 2019, 11:59:09 AM

Apologies for resurrecting this thread, not something I would do  lightly. ;)

However I realised whilst going through my gallery I had not added the remaining members of my Ludus, so for completeness here are the latest two.

Duros The Arbelus: Straight out of the box, no modication other than to replace the cutting blade as it broke when being cleaned up.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/22/86_07_06_15_6_47_43_3.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/22/86_07_06_15_6_47_43_4.jpg)
 
Barca The Myrmillo: He has his round shield replaced with a Scutum and the helmet converted. His arms repositioned to a more suitable pose.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/22/86_07_06_15_6_47_42_0.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/22/86_07_06_15_6_47_43_1.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/22/86_07_06_15_6_47_43_2.jpg)

I still have several more languishing on the painting shelf including a Secutor and an alternative Retiarius. I'll get around to the them one day lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: Dr DeAth on February 01, 2019, 12:34:36 PM
Was it as long ago as 2013 that we were last playing BotS? Need to get a few games in this year then!
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: OSHIROmodels on February 01, 2019, 12:56:27 PM
Jolly nice  :)

Was it as long ago as 2013 that we were last playing BotS? Need to get a few games in this year then!

I can’t remember the rules from last weeks game, got no chance with 2013  lol
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: Malamute on February 01, 2019, 01:29:54 PM
Jolly nice  :)

I can’t remember the rules from last weeks game, got no chance with 2013  lol

 lol

We should revisit it though it was and still is a great game. Perfect for a winters evening ;)
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: Mason on February 01, 2019, 02:27:05 PM
Nice additions, sir.
Love that shield!
 :-* :-*

Was it as long ago as 2013 that we were last playing BotS? Need to get a few games in this year then!

Bloody hell! That long???
 :o


I can’t remember the rules from last weeks game, got no chance with 2013  lol

Dont worry about the rules, mate.
Mark will tell you when you have lost.......
 ;D ;D

Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: rumacara on February 01, 2019, 02:45:49 PM
What???
Only 2 from 2013 untill now????
Shame. Nothing but shame... ;D ;D

Nice figures Nick. :-* :-*
Title: Re: The ludus of Malamutius Calvus ** New photos 01/02/19 **
Post by: OSHIROmodels on February 01, 2019, 03:32:17 PM
What???
Only 2 from 2013 untill now????
Shame. Nothing but shame... ;D ;D

 lol