Rogue Trader 1988 Dreadnought vs Modern Dreadnought

[Legiocustodes]

As a slight variation on my assassin project I decided to paint two dreadnoughts this week, one is a modern dreadnought from the Assault on Black Reach Boxset whist the other is a classic Rogue Trader model that was released way back in 1988 (29 years ago!)

I had actually basecoated both of these models some years ago but then abandoned them as other projects fought their way onto my paint station; So this gave me the opportunity to finally finish these miniatures off!



I painted the 1989 dreadnought to fit in with my classic Salamanders army of Rogue Trader era marines and used a painting style that was consistent with the predominant techniques of that period. As such it is a nice clean paint job with bright colours and freehand symbology.



Meanwhile I painted the modern dreadnought to join my ever-growing force of contemporary Crimson Fists. I used a more current painting style for this model and went for a grittier more weathered look to the mini. I wanted to give the impression of a war machine that has been on campaign for some time.



Overall these models are very different beasts, but they were both great fun to paint and the differing styles meant I never ended up getting bored during my paint sessions. I'm looking forward to getting them both on the battlefield to face off against each other soon.

I have included a lot more photos and a more in depth article on my blog at: https://classicastartes.blogspot.co.uk/2017/04/rogue-trader-dreadnought-vs-modern.html

[Commander Vyper]

Ones piloted in an amniotic sax the other is a tomb on legs....RT Eddy FTW!!!! 

[Ultravanillasmurf]

Very nice, and I like the period style painting.

[Legiocustodes]

Cheers guys! I have to say both these models really fit their respective themes... Eddy is an 80s cartoon delight... and the Crimson Fist is a grimdark coffin!!

[Major_Gilbear]

These both look very nice - although I confess that the RT Dread never really caught my eye!

Seeing these two side by side, I find myself wishing that somebody would be inspired to do a new sculpt that's a nod to the old "Eddy" design but bigger and more "updated" in detail and design. The FW efforts are a (very) nice take on a more old-school look, but they are also quote different designs form the original.

Anyway, thank you for sharing. Will we be seeing more of your Salamander/Crimson Fist armies? 

[Inso]

I saw this and thought of you :

https://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/565004.page

[Legiocustodes]

Wow! That link is amazing!!

If you like my Crimson Fists (modern) and Rogue Trader Salamanders then it's worth looking at my blog; there are numerous posts from the last four years showing their development (including full armoured columns for both) and battle reports featuring them in action!

[Major_Gilbear]

Ah, "http://classicastartes.blogspot.co.uk/", I think? I'm already a periodic visitor - lots of great stuff there!

[Legiocustodes]

Thanks mate!! It's nice to know people are reading it!

[Dr. The Viking]

Great work matey. I like both of these designs and you've done a good job on them.


I am looking forward to the pitched battle report where you test which is better. 

[Legiocustodes]

Cheers Viking!

I'm putting my money on the Rogue trader dreadnought winning, it's thirty years older so it's probably a Venerable dreadnought by now!