Ok, I remember reading some Slaine stuff back in the early 90's and I've seen both Conan films (and unfortunately Red Sonja!). I never, ever wanted to play the Barbarian in Heroquest or the computer game Gauntlet. Yet despite this...
... I've found myself developing an almost unhealthy interest in broadswords and fur bikini clad babes!

So I'm now asking for your advice. I've seen a few miniatures here and there (though I'm always on the lookout for more miniatures!) but which miniatures do you guys use? Can you recommend any 'lines' that match with other lines, preferably in 28mm?
Also can you recommend a good ruleset, preferably skirmish level? I want to start with a small warband before moving onto a larger 'horde'!
Many thanks...