Author Topic: Acouple of fantasy minis from reaper (Read 5750 times)

dodge · « **on:** 02 December 2008, 08:32:43 PM »

I put an order in for some reaper minis and got these two the others are on back order.

This is the first fantasy mini's I have painted in 20 years (god that was a long time ago)

Inspired by Siaba's young kingdoms thread I have painted these highlanders as young kindoms barbarians,

what do you think?

I'm quite pleased but the checked kilts drove me nuts

The chieftan

Axeman

I'm quite chuffed with the results, and hope the rest of my order turns up soon

thanks for looking

dodge

dodge · « **Reply #1 on:** 04 December 2008, 09:31:00 AM »

I see that a few are watching but no comments, it would be great if you could even if you hate them.

cheers

dodge

Argonor · « **Reply #2 on:** 04 December 2008, 09:38:39 AM »

Nice to see some Highlanders.

I just have to tell you, that the bulky cloth around the waist + the cloth extending around the shoulder should have been checked, too

The figures are wearing a 'Belted Plaid' which is the predecessor of the modern kilt, and it is all in one piece. I know, I own one.

dodge · « **Reply #3 on:** 04 December 2008, 09:53:59 AM »

Quote from: Argonor on 04 December 2008, 09:38:39 AM

Nice to see some Highlanders.

I just have to tell you, that the bulky cloth around the waist + the cloth extending around the shoulder should have been checked, too

The figures are wearing a 'Belted Plaid' which is the predecessor of the modern kilt, and it is all in one piece. I know, I own one.

Bugger so you are telling me that I have to paint more checks

tghe whole thing checcked would fit nicely in to the young kingdoms thing I'm doing better it was just my skill really, ok you have convinced me I'll paint them.

did you like the overall look though?

dodge

Argonor · « **Reply #4 on:** 04 December 2008, 10:04:51 AM »

Absolutely. Nice skin tones, the hair, especially on the top one is great - I also like it because of the choice of colour. And the leather cuirass looks very good, too.

The 'muted down' appearance is very realistic for barbarians - filth, plant dye, natural wool, all would contribute to this. Also the colours of the check pattern could be interpreted as undyed white and black wool, which would be the easiest and fastest to manufacture.

For painting check patterns, try looking at this:

http://www.jenova.dk

..::Tips and tutorials::..
Painting a Pseudo Tartan

- a very easy way to do an effective pattern.

dodge · « **Reply #5 on:** 04 December 2008, 10:54:19 AM »

Thanks for the link.

I have looked at it before and will try the checked pattern

the grey hair looks better because the black shows it off well,

i think maybe i should have used a darker brown underneath for the brown hair.

dodge

Argonor · « **Reply #6 on:** 04 December 2008, 10:58:14 AM »

Nah, the brown hair is fine, too - the greyish just pops out - the beard looks almost like a photo (well, tecnically, it is... but you get the meaning

)

dodge · « **Reply #7 on:** 04 December 2008, 11:03:22 AM »

Quote from: Argonor on 04 December 2008, 10:58:14 AM

Nah, the brown hair is fine, too - the greyish just pops out - the beard looks almost like a photo (well, tecnically, it is... but you get the meaning )

Thanks for that

I will paint the checked pattern on the rest

and will post more when finished and when the rest of my order turns up

I've got some chronopia on order some elves and sons of chronos too hope they all turn up

dodge

twrchtrwyth · « **Reply #8 on:** 10 January 2009, 10:47:18 PM »

Nice painting, always like seeing painted Celts.

marianas_gamer · « **Reply #9 on:** 10 January 2009, 11:16:24 PM »

Just saw this thread, very nice looking minis. I was just wondering how the chieftain was going to swing that "great murtherin" sword with only one hand?

By the way the hair looks good
LB

Lowtardog · « **Reply #10 on:** 11 January 2009, 02:41:32 AM »

I love this range of minis and you have done a great job, I agree with Argonor the plaid around the waist needs a check pattern

DFlynSqrl · « **Reply #11 on:** 11 January 2009, 03:09:12 AM »

I like 'em Dodge! Especially the chieftains streaks of grey in his hair.

Rod

P.S. I had no clue what "chuffed" meant... I had to look it up. So this post was educational too.

dodge · « **Reply #12 on:** 11 January 2009, 09:23:27 AM »

Quote from: marianas_gamer on 10 January 2009, 11:16:24 PM

Just saw this thread, very nice looking minis. I was just wondering how the chieftain was going to swing that "great murtherin" sword with only one hand? By the way the hair looks good
LB

sorry about this guys , I don't know how I keep missing replies ,

LB - I think he has a very well developed left arm

otherwise he ain't gonna last long at all

dodge

dodge · « **Reply #13 on:** 11 January 2009, 09:27:06 AM »

Quote from: Lowtardog on 11 January 2009, 02:41:32 AM

I love this range of minis and you have done a great job, I agree with Argonor the plaid around the waist needs a check pattern

Quote from: DFlynSqrl on 11 January 2009, 03:09:12 AM

I like 'em Dodge! Especially the chieftains streaks of grey in his hair.

Rod

P.S. I had no clue what "chuffed" meant... I had to look it up. So this post was educational too.

I'm slowly building myself up to painting that, lots of folds there , bit scary.

rod - i'm glas you like the grey , its one of my best bits , I was really happy with.

by the way for chuffed I just meant, pleased or happy is that what you came up with?

dodge

DFlynSqrl · « **Reply #14 on:** 11 January 2009, 05:52:27 PM »

Yes sir, that was the definition from Webster.com. Thanks!

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