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Post by tigrazor on Nov 3, 2015 16:32:59 GMT -5
New on the bench. This should keep me busy during the winter months...   |
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Post by dupes on Nov 3, 2015 16:58:26 GMT -5
I've never played any Warhammer, but I REALLY dig the vehicle designs. Can't wait to see where you go with this!
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Post by Leon on Nov 3, 2015 17:00:18 GMT -5
This is cool looking Lucas! I reserved a front row seat.  What scale are they? |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 3, 2015 17:33:50 GMT -5
Like always, 28mm Leon. Thats about 1/50 Id say. Dupes, this one was a bargain. 30 € only - compared to other GW kits very cheap. Cant wait until friday when the customized wooden base done by a nearby carpenter will be ready for the bird. |
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Post by TRM on Nov 3, 2015 22:33:36 GMT -5
Very nice choice Lucas! Count me in! |
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Post by moramarth on Nov 4, 2015 0:43:05 GMT -5
On the old Rec.Games.Miniatures.Warhammer Usenet group it was said the GW vehicles were built to the "Hwang formula" (after John Hwang, a member who first identified the ratios). Basically, they're 1:48th scale vehicles with 1:35th scale hatches and other details and 1:16th-1:12th scale weapons... Cheers, M |
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Post by Leon on Nov 4, 2015 5:24:18 GMT -5
Thank you for the info M! |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 4, 2015 6:50:43 GMT -5
First pictures. Basically, everything thats not grey was build in additionally. The only thing missing here is the 4-barreled railgun. It will become a 6- or 8-barreled version by unsing plastic sheet and brass tube.    |
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Post by dupes on Nov 4, 2015 7:06:56 GMT -5
Technically 28MM converts to 1/56, if I remember correctly. However, as figures have crept up in size over the years they now more closely match 1/60 - which is why all of the Battletech garage kits are that scale. Lots of 28MM accessories!
Looks great, btw. I may have to snag this one and give it a try. Seems remarkably affordable for a Games Workshop product.
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 4, 2015 7:24:00 GMT -5
Thank you Dupes. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 4, 2015 9:14:38 GMT -5
WHOA! Way too cool... you definitely have my attention. Great touch adding the wirings...
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Post by dupes on Nov 4, 2015 9:14:31 GMT -5
On the old Rec.Games.Miniatures.Warhammer Usenet group it was said the GW vehicles were built to the "Hwang formula" (after John Hwang, a member who first identified the ratios). Basically, they're 1:48th scale vehicles with 1:35th scale hatches and other details and 1:16th-1:12th scale weapons... Cheers, M Very interesting. Seems a bit odd but highly accurate! |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 4, 2015 9:21:24 GMT -5
Andy, if I want to compete with the Czech next year, OOB builds are no option at all. As long as I can be busy (and can learn a bit more about painting techniques etc.), Im happy. |
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Post by moramarth on Nov 4, 2015 14:55:41 GMT -5
The recessed areas with the added wiring - are you going to fit grills over them?
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 4, 2015 14:55:59 GMT -5
Level up... Love the variety of the figures and the additional drones.  |
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Post by moramarth on Nov 4, 2015 15:21:49 GMT -5
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 5, 2015 3:16:06 GMT -5
The recessed areas with the added wiring - are you going to fit grills over them? Cheers, M Im not sure yet. |
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Post by Leon on Nov 5, 2015 5:42:38 GMT -5
Nice progress Lucas! I'm really liking this Sci Fi stuff.  |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 5, 2015 6:58:10 GMT -5
Yep. Those are the coolest pathfinders since the "Junior Woodchucks". |
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Post by dupes on Nov 5, 2015 7:18:23 GMT -5
I am indeed into the BT thing (thread elsewhere on the forum ). It still amazes me what GW thinks they can get for a few plastic sprues. 150 bucks for that KV128? Ridiculous. |
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Post by TRM on Nov 5, 2015 7:28:17 GMT -5
A fine looking build so far Lucas!! Next best thing to a good primer coat is seeing the naked plastic and brass come out!! |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 5, 2015 9:46:18 GMT -5
More details for the back of the beast...  Like I said... the railgun is a piece of junk.  A visit of the pharmacy helped ( > 8x 0.7mm cannula + T-90 track wheels).   The battle suits are complete. Nasty lil bastards.   The first swing of the infantry. More to come!  Thanks for dropping in! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 5, 2015 14:11:55 GMT -5
Bigger guns? That's what we always wanted...
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 5, 2015 14:25:06 GMT -5
Shes got one! An 8-barreled version. And new intakes are on the way - the kit versions look far too simple (again). |
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Post by armorguy on Nov 5, 2015 14:59:42 GMT -5
Great job so far Lucas, far from my comfort zone but very cool to see this progress !
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Post by Leon on Nov 5, 2015 16:36:00 GMT -5
I like what I'm seeing Lucas! Railgun and battle suits look great. |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 6, 2015 8:52:16 GMT -5
[html] // Fasten your seatbelts please. // Firearms steady. // All drones activated. // Pathfinders and battlesuits ready to approach... // END OF MESSAGE. [/html] That BEAUTIFUL BASE!!!  Intakes in progress  Intakes 2.0  Nice back, you.  Railgun 2.0   |
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Post by Leon on Nov 6, 2015 10:10:44 GMT -5
I'm loving it Lucas! |
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Post by tigrazor on Nov 6, 2015 19:35:39 GMT -5
Thank you. Decision for the paint scheme(s) has fallen:
Main color: white
Legs/backpacks/weapons: black with metal trim
Accents/lettering: light & middle green tonesIts basically the same like the "Vior'La"* have, but with green details. * www.advancedtautactica.com/resource/att_comp/medusa1.JPG |
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Post by wbill76 on Nov 6, 2015 21:37:41 GMT -5
Definitely an improvement on the gun and those intakes Lucas. Looks like you've got the base and scheme all laid out, bring on the finish! |
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A visit of the pharmacy helped ( > 8x 0.7mm cannula + T-90 track wheels).
