CommissarZac Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 The feudal/knight world of Straun is relatively new to the Imperium. Being only several decades old since its capitulation, its PDF forces are still learning the ropes of their new equipment. Nonetheless they are proud to represent their planet and defend her to the death. I present you the 38th Landsknecht Rifles Colonel Seigfried Johansen leads the men and women of the 38th Landsknecht Rifles in their patrols of Straun, rooting out all the psykers or "Magi" as they are referred to, quelling peasant uprisings and nipping chaos cults in the bud. apologist, 4CIN87, duz_ and 1 other 4 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apologist Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 Very cool. That's a nice start on the freehand banner too; I think you've caught the shapes and colours well. A little tightening up, by working the background white back over the black sigil will give some sharper tips that would help make it even more striking. Did you try lightly drawing the design on first? That's a safe – if not so brave! – way to work freehand designs like this. It's basically filling in between the lines, then. Looking forward to seeing the force build up. CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Thank you so much. And I can face palm for not thinking about drawing it with pencil first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 As an alternative, I would strongly recommend using paper banners instead of the plastic ones. You aren't limited to what you can draw either; as you can draft up a banner digitally and print it off onto appropriate material. That said, you're off to a fantastic start. Hope to see more! WarriorFish, duz_ and CommissarZac 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 Hrmmm I may have to try this technique myself.... Looks great zac! CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegaVolt87 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 You could also do multiple dots to plot out the design, then just link them up for freehand designs. An oldie but a goodie. CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted June 27, 2019 Author Share Posted June 27, 2019 1st Platoon Command squad Tried my hand at some old english numerals and was quite pleased with the result. I also like the idea of different flag shapes for the different platoons. Throne it feels good to be painting again and brushing the dust off these fingers. 4CIN87, WarriorFish, Bjorn Firewalker and 1 other 4 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Hopefully you brush the dust off your fingers before you get to the painting ;) I think it'll be worth experimenting with custom banners especially if you want a few, could really give you some variety :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 1, 2019 Author Share Posted July 1, 2019 Might be getting a bit ambitious, but so far liking where this mash up for a feudal Leman Russ is coming along WarriorFish, Thunderforge and duz_ 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted July 1, 2019 Share Posted July 1, 2019 I think it has potential, but does look quite wide for a Russ? Looks like there's room to bring the tracks in so they're just behind the prow and flush against the tower - would be a fair bit of work but I reckon it'd work a lot better :) CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderforge Posted July 1, 2019 Share Posted July 1, 2019 That looks so fantastically Jules Verne! I wonder if the Departmento Munitorum can provide this new pattern of Russ to my Praetorians?! :-) CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted July 1, 2019 Share Posted July 1, 2019 (edited) Might be getting a bit ambitious, but so far liking where this mash up for a feudal Leman Russ is coming along Is it meant to be an amphibious tank? At least the hull you chose has room for its crew and a decent ammo supply- the too short hull is one problem I have with Games Workshop's model. EDIT: Considering how high the boat's bridge is, you may want to give the tank an unmanned turret, like the M3 T-14 Armata. Just replace the tank commander's hatch with a heavy bolter/flamer turret (the tank commander is actually seated in the hull, and looks out through the heavy bolter/flamer turret's integral sensors), and you can reuse the already too small Leman Russ turret. Edited July 1, 2019 by Bjorn Firewalker CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 1, 2019 Author Share Posted July 1, 2019 @WarriorFish: I agree it is a bit wide but thankfully I did measure it and it is slightly slimmer than a regular Russ with sponsons. I fully intend to pull the tracks in more just where you suggested as well as hack off the bridge to make room for a proper Russ turret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 1, 2019 Author Share Posted July 1, 2019 Took the tracks in a bit and added more of the AoS bits. Adapted the skyhook cannon into a las cannon turret to give the the punch of Russ in a smaller package. duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 (edited) Took the tracks in a bit and added more of the AoS bits. Adapted the skyhook cannon into a las cannon turret to give the the punch of Russ in a smaller package. I thought you'd adapt a Space Marine Razorback's twin heavy bolter turret for the forward position. Oh well. What will be the tank's primary weapon? A Leman Russ battle cannon, Vanquisher cannon, Punisher gatling cannon, Executioner plasma cannon, or...? Edited July 2, 2019 by Bjorn Firewalker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 2, 2019 Author Share Posted July 2, 2019 (edited) Took the tracks in a bit and added more of the AoS bits. Adapted the skyhook cannon into a las cannon turret to give the the punch of Russ in a smaller package. I thought you'd adapt a Space Marine Razorback's twin heavy bolter turret for the forward position. Oh well. What will be the tank's primary weapon? A Leman Russ battle cannon, Vanquisher cannon, Punisher gatling cannon, Executioner plasma cannon, or...? None. Just the las cannon. This is a feudal tank. So basically Russ Annihilator Edited July 2, 2019 by CommissarZac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderforge Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 The tracks have migrated forward half an inch, I think they look better as positioned in the first photo. Otherwise the rear (stern?) pointy big looks too unwieldy. Can I suggest a big steam-ship funnel sticking up through the roof? That domed turret would look great on a chimera hull! It would certainly unify your tanks. :-) CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 2, 2019 Author Share Posted July 2, 2019 (edited) The tracks have migrated forward half an inch, I think they look better as positioned in the first photo. Otherwise the rear (stern?) pointy big looks too unwieldy. Can I suggest a big steam-ship funnel sticking up through the roof? That domed turret would look great on a chimera hull! It would certainly unify your tanks. :-) I noticed it too but with bringing in the tracks, if I scooted them back the hull would ride way to high. I fully intend to buy more and experiment. Still I rather like that big rear end as I feel it adds to the steam punk vibe. Thankfully the Arkanaut Frigate comes with a smoke stack and I am torn between adding it or not. It's not glued down in the pic Edited July 2, 2019 by CommissarZac duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 I like the exhausts on the back ties it back in with the LR chassis CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 Finally figured out how to get a Vanquisher cannon on to the Prototype. Began painting too. Just about done with it WarriorFish, 4CIN87 and duz_ 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderforge Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Ooh! I like it!! Never noticed those rear wing turbines either, they are awesome! Have you kept the duardin pilot? CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 Indeed I have saved the Duradin pilot. Who better than dwarves to man and operate heavy machinery? As the the rear turbines I was inspired by the DD-M4 Shermans Making this baby amphibious. duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Finally figured out how to get a Vanquisher cannon on to the Prototype. Began painting too. Just about done with it This looks most promising. CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Ruminahui Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Did you end up finding a place to mount the lascannon? Previously it was where your battle/vanquisher cannon is now. CommissarZac 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommissarZac Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 I have indeed found a place. Just got to mount it and take pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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