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Miniatures Adventure => Fantasy Adventures => Topic started by: Jorenm on April 21, 2014, 04:25:18 AM

Title: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Jorenm on April 21, 2014, 04:25:18 AM

First things first, I have embarked on a project to de-skull the most egregious failures in taste on the GW fantasy terrain. I really like these both in looks an playability, once the skulls and other excesses are reduced.

These were entirely filled with skulls, but I found an alternative.
(http://i.imgur.com/bFy2qR3.jpg)

These had rows of skulls where there is now wood, and large skulls between every. single. arch.
(http://i.imgur.com/3FmHi9M.jpg)

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Hupp n at em on April 21, 2014, 04:38:06 AM

I could not agree more with the sentiment that is motivating this project!  lol lol lol They're like a cheesy metal band of 12 year olds when it comes to putting skulls on things.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Mr. Peabody on April 21, 2014, 04:45:27 AM

Sir, I salute you.  :-*

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: gary42 on April 21, 2014, 06:19:53 AM

Gawd... The skulls... Don't they realize?

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Legion1963 on April 21, 2014, 06:40:30 AM

Interesting idea and very much needed.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: carlos13th on April 21, 2014, 06:48:25 AM

Very much an improvement.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Elbows on April 21, 2014, 06:55:48 AM

I, too, applaud any project which involves removing skulls from anything GW related. 

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Jorenm on April 21, 2014, 07:07:16 AM

So at the bottom of the tower there are spots for big skull pillars. I intend to put some kind of gargoyle or statue on them. Any ideas? There's space for a ~28mm figure.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: maxxev on April 21, 2014, 08:33:25 AM

Great work, and it's exactly what I intend to do with mine :).

On hte subject of the pillars I have recently seen someone use the statues from the LOTR ruins and they appear to fit perfectly.

http://www.sabolstudios.com/zoom/71acb81f-072dd49426-42f0c202

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Jorenm on April 21, 2014, 08:53:43 AM

Those are perfect! Also, thanks for this link - this guy's stuff is inspirational for paint schemes.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: beefcake on April 21, 2014, 09:08:03 AM

Quote from: Hupp n at em on April 21, 2014, 04:38:06 AM

I could not agree more with the sentiment that is motivating this project!  lol lol lol They're like a cheesy metal band of 12 year olds when it comes to putting skulls on things.

GWs target market.  lol

They look awesome without the skulls. Love it.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Cushionsnbeans on April 21, 2014, 11:09:04 AM

Great Idea - saves shaving and cutting all of the skulls out - really fits the look of the tower as well!

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Mason on April 21, 2014, 11:12:39 AM

Good idea.
 8)

I have spent some time covering all the skulls on the Garden of Morr walls with green stuff and sculpting stone blocks in place.
This is a far simpler option and works very well.
I must go back and finish those damn walls at some point....

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Peithetairos on April 23, 2014, 02:59:14 AM

A very cool project. Some skulls are never a problem, depending on the building e. g. a crypt, a battlefield etc. but I have to say I do not enjoy the skull spamming GW style. It really makes an otherwise nice model look super cheesy.

I will be interested in how this turns out, as it already looks very good. Your changes really pronounce the good aspects of the kit and turn it from "meh" into awesome.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Jorenm on February 10, 2015, 10:03:13 AM

Been a while since I've worked on terrain, but I had the itch. These are the GW osgiliath ruins.

(http://i.imgur.com/hypcovP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ncNnKkL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e0QxrKW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ycX7A9x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Vm0fGbj.jpg)

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: von Lucky on February 10, 2015, 10:53:36 AM

Nice mood you've created with these. I like the greenery contrasting with the old stone.

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: DeafNala on February 10, 2015, 11:54:26 AM

LOOKIN' GOOD...in a ruined sort of way! Your G.W. modifications are GREAT; the FINE brushwork & LOVELY flora transform the pieces. Some additonal rubble would complete the effect nicely. Be that as it may, VERY WELL DONE!

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Hupp n at em on February 15, 2015, 06:14:32 PM

Looking good! Great atmosphere in those shots.  8)  Who makes those skellies?

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Mason on February 15, 2015, 07:17:04 PM

Nice work, sir.
Great colour choices and use of scenic items.
 :-* :-*

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: majorsmith on February 15, 2015, 07:47:00 PM

Fantastic, those lotr ruins look great

Title: Re: Mordheim terrain project
Post by: Ninja on May 21, 2015, 03:26:34 AM

Any pointers on the painting?