Ran's Ancients - Punic & Samnite Wars

[Easy E]

Very nice looking models.

A nitpick, but it is unlikely that the Romans looked so uniform in clothing, colors, and gear choices at this period.  Everyone had to provide their own gear, and that probably was to a wide standard.  Part of the appeal of Romans though is their "orderly" look compared to their opponents.  It is a nice visual short-hand and has become a very popular theme and way to portray them at this period. 

Ultimately, who really cares!  All that matters is if you are happy with it!  I think they look great as a unit!   

[Ran The Cid]

A nitpick, but it is unlikely that the Romans looked so uniform in clothing, colors, and gear choices at this period.  Everyone had to provide their own gear, and that probably was to a wide standard.  Part of the appeal of Romans though is their "orderly" look compared to their opponents.  It is a nice visual short-hand and has become a very popular theme and way to portray them at this period. 

That's why I have both red AND white tunics. 

It comes down to painting speed.  Its so much easier/faster to work with a limited pallet. 

[Ran The Cid]

Nice job on the Agema Romans.   They're more diverse, interesting and dynamic than their  plastic kit competitors  IMHO.   

Sort of.  The sprue has 5 bodies, but (for me) that divides into 1 Triarii, 2 Principes, and 2 Hastati.  I would have preferred a few more helmet choices. The throwing arms give a lot of angles, but can also take up a lot of space on the base.  The sword arms do a good job of poking or reaching the blade around the shield.  The left arm choices give good variety for shield position, although one option is close to the body - which leads to the shield be very close to the chest.

[Easy E]

That's why I have both red AND white tunics. 

It comes down to painting speed.  Its so much easier/faster to work with a limited pallet.

I hear you there!  Like I said, great work on these.  They will look awesome on the tabletop.

[AdamPHayes]

That's why I have both red AND white tunics. 

It comes down to painting speed.  Its so much easier/faster to work with a limited pallet.

I use red and white to differentiate Hastati and Principes as it’s easy to lose track during line replacement mid battle.

[Ran The Cid]

A few bits and pieces for an upcoming To The Strongest project.  Rather than using Hero chits, I’ve decided to use figures.  Celts will stand with the allied force of Gallic tribes, Samnites and Etruscans.  Someday, they will transition to the front line of an Armoured Celt unit – but that’s a project for another day.  Triarii will stand with the Romans.  They are also ready to be used as a small Triarii or spear armed Principe unit.

Crusader miniatures with the unarmored figure from Renegade(?).


Victrix Romans


Samnite skirmishing javelin unit.  Yes, just 7 – one short.  Figures a mix of Agema and Lancer.

[cadbren]

The Renegade figure works well with the Crusader guys except the sword. That really needs shaving down or something.

[AdamPHayes]

The Renegade figure works well with the Crusader guys except the sword. That really needs shaving down or something.

All the others need bigger swords....
 

[anevilgiraffe]

The Renegade figure works well with the Crusader guys except the sword. That really needs shaving down or something.

he's the opening batter...