Dantay VI Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Another brief update.... Had a crack at trying out coloured metals. To represent the blades being forged in the Ice of Fenris. Was a third attempt and I am reasonably happy. The 3 big learning points for me were that: 1. it is much harder to do this effect on axes than swords. 2. It is much harder to pull off at small scale compared to large scale. 3. It is pretty time consuming doing it by hand. http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121440.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121655.jpg Also the facing of the axe dictated where the light and dark would fall which made things pretty tricky to gauge. Hopefully it looks alright... These are still messy and a work in progress. http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121703.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121527.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121505.jpg I think it needs a touch oh mithril silver on the tips and also where the cutting edge meets the face for a bit more definition. However a new conundrum has arisen: http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121548.jpg What to do with the centre sections of the axes? I was thinking a black metal look, but not sure. I do not want to do the centre sections in gold, I may reserve that for the swirlies... Any ideas?? Oh when I meant large scale sword I was harking back to the ETL model I did. http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20150801_002852.jpg Thoughts and ideas most welcome at this point :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I've always struggled with getting that metallic shine on weapons. I'd be really happy to get the effect you've got on those models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantay VI Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I do it back to front :) Start with the bright silver and work my way towards the dark end. I keep trying going from dark to light, but it never works!! Anyhoo any idea what to do with the middle of the axe heads? http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_121548.jpg I am considering going for a very dark metal, almost black, but not sure how it will look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larkyn Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I've gotten pretty much nothing done. I've been battling a bit of depression for the past week or so, and am not likely going to have the motivation to do anything. Honestly, I'm probably gonna have to sell a lot of my stuff soon, and truth be told, 30k is my most disposable right now, since I don't know anyone who regularly plays 30k. It really saddens me, as I really wanted to get Theta-Four Cerberus off the ground finally, after years of being in my head. We'll see how the rest of the month pans out, but Fall is not proving to be a good season for me so far... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helterskelter Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I've gotten pretty much nothing done. I've been battling a bit of depression for the past week or so, and am not likely going to have the motivation to do anything. Honestly, I'm probably gonna have to sell a lot of my stuff soon, and truth be told, 30k is my most disposable right now, since I don't know anyone who regularly plays 30k. It really saddens me, as I really wanted to get Theta-Four Cerberus off the ground finally, after years of being in my head. We'll see how the rest of the month pans out, but Fall is not proving to be a good season for me so far... The rest of the 18 are behind you. Begin it, I suffer terrible with depression and other associated gubbins also and I know that it can be a struggle. But if you have been wanting to do it get it begun. I bought my stormblade to help get me out of my rut and it was so incredibly rewarding. I hope to see your project soon in these hallowed halls and all of us are here to support each other through the little challenge and in general. And there's still half a month to go that's loads of time :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Larkyn I find doing something physical like a long walk/hike can help a lot if I hit a low point. It helps me reset my brain and get things in order when things seem a bit too much. Finding something that helps break they cycle is really important. Sometimes talking helps as well so send me a PM if you need a vent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larkyn Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Thanks guys, any support is nice. Something that I thought of is that maybe I just need to move away from power armor. Like this massive Dark Eldar army I've got sitting here since they were released (5th Ed codex). I'd hate to sell that off though, so I'd likely have to sell my Imperial Guard, and probably my Fantasy stuff, since Age of Sigmar is...well...dumb. I will try and get my Alphas partially done. I do have some guys started already. We'll see how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantay VI Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Larkyn, sorry to hear about your troubles. Depression is a bugger of a thing to have to deal with. Take care of yourself the figures can wait and so can we... . http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_231834.jpg Brief update. Refined the blades. The Mark 2 marine in the centre, lunging forward, that is your Wolf "The Psycho". Got a name for him yet?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larkyn Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/topic/314935-the-bonds-of-brotherhood-heresy-dedux/ I have returned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thousand Eyes Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/topic/314935-the-bonds-of-brotherhood-heresy-dedux/ I have returned. Good man, don't let it stop you. Looking forward to seeing what comes of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted October 15, 2015 Author Share Posted October 15, 2015 Well guys sorry I haven't been as active I've got to wait a month for my next surgical consult so I'm trying to limit my hobby time. So I'm still around I'm just more or less in the shadows. Keep it coming and im impressed already with what we have produced. Still missing some hobbyists but it's only half way through the month Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zujara Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 dantay_xv: Assault squad is really looking great Got a bit sidetracked assembling some more models,but did some work on the turret and the black areas on the Glaive done last night! http://i1006.photobucket.com/albums/af182/Zujara/Word%20Bearers/glaivewip3_zpsdrkmwmfg.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Kurama ... Sounds like we need to jump on the chance of catching you up. You've been a bit of a speed painting daemon of late. Make sure you don't give into temptation and do damage to your wrists any more than they have been. Zujara ... Liking the look of that tank. It's really starting to have a real presence to it now. :tu: I've ended up getting stuck into household jobs that need doing before the cold weather hits. Just seen the list the wife has for me. Hoping I get a bit of a breather to finish the current model I'm working on before the end of the month. I'm happy with the red. Just need to add some pads. Thinking of linking her with her mentor by doing cream shoulder pads again. Not sure what colour wax seals should be on a red model though. Maybe just a lighter red or pink or go with something completely different like a blue of green? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soldier of Dorn Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Larkyn, sorry to hear about your troubles. Depression is a bugger of a thing to have to deal with. Take care of yourself the figures can wait and so can we... . http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151014_231834.jpg Brief update. Refined the blades. The Mark 2 marine in the centre, lunging forward, that is your Wolf "The Psycho". Got a name for him yet?? Yep. Skjara Redwolf, the Blóðugr Valdr, stands with his brothers of the Rout. For Russ and the Einherjar! Like I said before, everyone's stuff looks really good. I, however, suck at remembering to take PIP pictures. I'll probably finish my Lord next week, so that's something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted October 16, 2015 Author Share Posted October 16, 2015 Thanks buddy next month will be my rest month by the look of it so I'll most likely do my Solar auxillia in December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Argent Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 So most of the way through the second month and I am about half way on my first months vow Quick question for all my Brothers out there. The scheme I am working on is a halved green and metal pattern. But when I get to the vehicles (Rhino) I am stuck wondering to go with halved here (could make the metal look a bit... off...) or go just green with metallic accents (not sure it would suit the rest of the army). Thoughts? Oh and I will get a WIP shot up later.... hopefully... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantay VI Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Brother SP. What is your company's colour. Use that as the main colour and use the haled scheme on the doors and hatches etc. Or go with black tanks with the green/silver having accents. A black rhino would at least look cool and fit in with the chaplain if he rides in it too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Argent Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Well the Chaplain is on a bike so don't think he would fit in a Rhino Funny you should mention black as I am doing Fifth Company so Black in the company colour.... Its an interesting thought though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantay VI Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Maybe they are fighting on a night world and as there are no opportunities to reinforce and re-arm, theyhave been forced to repaint the vehicles predominantly black to increase their survivability. The steel armour kept glinting in the moonlight giving away positions and tanks kept getting popped. The dark colour helped mitigate the issue, but the chapter heraldry was kept in key areas, so as not t anger the machine spirits :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helterskelter Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Little cheeky update http://i826.photobucket.com/albums/zz184/Lamenterkyle/Mobile%20Uploads/20151018_210113_zpsnv8osi49.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 Dude looking beastly ^^^^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helterskelter Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Finding it hard to get the right angle and encompass as much of the model as I can to show everything off without multiple pictures. I might rebase him on something flat and add stuff to the base as opposed to using the dread base. Been getting really frustrated hobbywise this month so I'm glad I've got him so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MithrilForge Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 @helter, he's looking great so far (the Frustration looks to be paying for itself though) hard to take one solid pic of something that big and still keep detail, you may want to stop him from trimming your pot plant though ... no pics from me, 8 sets of skitarii legs on bases getting painted white isn't much to look at yet will post a pic of finished legs instead Mithril Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Last dozen or so pics in this album show when I'm currently at with the priests ... http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/gallery/album/11316-sw1s-inquisition/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantay VI Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Getting ready to head home. Overall quite happy with progress, just a few odds and ends to finish up, maybe neaten the highlights and do bases. Found some RT Space Wolves transfers and gave them a go. Not too shabby, but the sarge symbol didnt adhere properly so shiny where it lifted. Sorry for the blurry pics. Let em know what you think :) http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090504.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090602.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090628.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090637.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090649.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090658.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090712.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090752.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090813.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090825.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090836.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090846.jpg http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb456/dantay_xv/20151019_090900.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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