Celtiberian Scutati - They died with obstinate resolution

[Peithetairos]

Hi all,

time for another update. I made some sensible pictures of my Celtiberians. Per usual you find a detailed historical background, tactical considerations in FoG and some notes on painting them on my blog:

Celtiberians - They died with obstinate resolution

The Celtiberian line, though stripped of the support of both the wings, stood their ground; for neither did any hope of safety by flight present itself, as they were ignorant of the country, nor could they expect pardon from Scipio, against whom, though he had deserved well both of them and their nation, they had come into Africa to fight for hire. [9] Surrounded, therefore, on all sides by the enemy, they died with obstinate resolution, falling one upon another; and, while the attention of all was turned upon them, Syphax and Hasdrubal gained a considerable space of time to effect their escape (Liv. 30.8-9).


Naturally a scenic teaser photo is in order. More pictures (including close ups of all six stands) can be found on the blog.

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[Hu Rhu]

Nice work on those shields.

[Peithetairos]

Much obliged! Glad you like the designs. I plan to paint some more complex designs when it comes to the unit of Veteran spearmen.

[Steam Flunky]

Nice painting and as always a wonderful picture.

[Melnibonean]

They look fantastic.
Great setting.

[Denouement]

Great painting and nicely presented.   

Stuart.