SNLF

[DFlynSqrl]

First batch of troops for my SNLF forces.  Background terrain is still WIP.  Mini's are all Britannia.

"Banzai" kept popping into my mind while I was painting these.


"My Island!"....


Tried faking some Japanese on the prayer flag.


The war is almost over for the soldier with the lunge mine.    (not sure why it doesn't have 3 prongs)

[Helen]

They look lovely - well done!

How many Japanese SNLF are you planning to paint?

Helen

[DFlynSqrl]

Thanks Helen.

I'm still trying to decide on which rules system to use right now.  I generally build my armies to match the rules system.  I'm definitely interested in hearing recommendations if you have any for Pacific War gaming.

Rod

[Helen]

Thanks Helen.

I'm still trying to decide on which rules system to use right now.  I generally build my armies to match the rules system.  I'm definitely interested in hearing recommendations if you have any for Pacific War gaming.

Rod

Hi Rod,

I can say with some relief that after searching for the grail of rules I personally believe that I Ain't Be Shot Mum Rules are the best. I'm awaiting for the third edition as they have made some minor amendments to the system which is for the better. There is also a supplement that covers the Pacific. Please see below for details. The rules are suprisingly inexpensive and for that matter the supplement. Everything you wanted to know or include is there. I do recommend this rule set.

Whilst the above set of rules are designed for company actions, Michael an I are using them for sections size formations.

Join their forum and you have an audience you will assist in any questiosn you may have.

Initially, when reading the rules you maybe disorientated, but I do say that a few games first with small forces is the way to go an introduce new sections as you go.

I've always put my Japanese forces at a disadvantage with equipment and manpower, not only to reflect the period, but to work the rules.

http://toofatlardies.co.uk/index.php?main_page=products_new

In the Shadow of the Rising Sun:

http://toofatlardies.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3&products_id=34

Rod, I'm always looking for more colour and shade variations for my Japanese. Can I please ask what paints and colours you use.

Helen

[DFlynSqrl]

Thanks Helen, I've heard of those rules before just never tried them out.  Company sized actions is exactly what I was looking for.

The colors I used were actually a mixture of Vallejo Game Color paints.

Uniform:
Base coat - 50/50 mix Cayman Green & Khaki.
Highlight - usually about 2/1 mix of Khaki to Cayman Green.

I went with your recommendation in my uniform thread and used the Russian Green for the helmets.

For the holsters, ammo pouches and stuff I used Vallejo Model Color Chocolat Brown.

Hope that helps.
Rod

[Helen]

Thanks Rod, I'll look at Cayman green for painting additional Japanese.

Helen

[postal]

very nice d