Grimfang Scrappaz – Black Orc Blockers
These Black Orc Blockers were made from Black Reach Nobs and bits from the Nobs box.
Next: Troll! I’ve ordered Ripper Bolgrot, the special character Troll. I’ll add some plates and other metal bitz to make him fit in with the Scrappaz. Then they’ll be ready for play!
Grimfang Scrappaz – Linemen/Journeymen and another Goblin!
I had another Grot so I made my fourth Goblin. I also made four Orks that can be Linemen or Journeymen. I’m REALLY proud of the second from the right. Legs are Biker Legs (and so are solid and right next to each other) and the face is from the Grot sprue, a slaver head. I always hated that head, but it’s perfect for a palooka who’s begging for someone to hit him!
I’m also quite proud of the 2nd from the left. That’s a Slaver body with a head from the Boyz box, and the upraised arm is from the biker box (it previously held a chain). Good pose.
Now all I need is a Troll and some Black Orcs.
My initial build of the Grimfang Scrappaz is as follows:
-Troll
-2 Black Orc Blockers
-4 Blitzers
-2 Throwers
-2 Goblins
-2 Re-Rolls
-7 Fan Factor
Grimfang Scrappaz – Throwers!
Two throwers from the new Orc team, the Grimfang Scrappaz! These Orcs grew up in the ruins of the Mount Silverspear Dwarven mine. This reeking hole is the ground was “appropriated” by the warlord Grimfang, and has been the staging ground for the Silver Road wars. Enriched by the residual silver, and with a trove of ruined Dwarven equipment, the (bored) lads of Mount Grimfang put together a Blood Bowl team for excitement and glory! The Scrappaz coat themselves with sharp iron plates salvaged from the mining equipment, and often with added spikes. They have but one goal: SMASH OTHER TEAMS FOR FUN!
Blitzers!
Four new Blitzers for may as of yet un-named Orc Blood Bowl Team. Looking into a troll and some Black Orcs.
The start of something… Orky.
I’ve been wanting to start a 2nd Blood Bowl team so that I can show people how to play. Been putting it off. Then I was pawing through my Ork bitz, and found enough parts to make some Blood Bowl Goblins. All are from 40K Grot bits, the rightmost is the body with no arms, and a head from the Lootas box. The middle one is a body from the Warbikers box, normally hanging off a pole, with the feet re-positioned. The last uses a regular Grot with the feet bent so that he is bending forward as if ready to fly!
…now I need a name for the team.
Lightguard Update
Update to my work in progress: The Lightguard. Removed some mould lines, added flames to all the legs, and got Salamander Mantles for all of them. The mantles are Dark Elf Corsair cloaks, essentially mutilated. Had to cut into them a lot. Plus, they’re not finished, I have to sculpt the join with the backpacks a bit better.
You’ll also notice that the one with sword upraised has changed poses. This was difficult, as resin doesn’t want to come unglued. I had to re-create part of the shoulder pad. But I think the new pose is much better.
Soon, they will be done.
On my Plate: 8/26
– The Lightguard – Current project going great! Just cleaned mold lines, and added bolter straps. Got some Dark Elf Corsair Raider cloaks on order for Salamander Mantles! That’s right, EACH of the Lightguard has participated in the Salamander Hunt.
– Scion Minis – Have to finish the last one, and paint them all.
– Menoth Starter Box – Build, make scheme, paint. Easy.
– Epic Orks – Need to do another formation. Perhaps bikes? Then finish the rest of the 3000pts.
– Azure Flames – Once the Lightguard is done, I have another secret project. Might have to do it in early 2012 if Lexington plans things accordingly. The 40K universe is moving on into the 41st Millenium, and the Azure Flames are coming along with an advancement to their fluff. Keep your eyes peeled on Four Strands, loyal viewers, all three of you!
– Orks – I think I should do SOMETHING before it gets cold out.
– Saratogans – Bottom of the stack. Sorry boys and girls.
Work in progress: The Lightguard
Here’s a look at the secret project I hinted at: The Lightguard, The Honor Guard for Chapter Master Perseus hand-picked by Leonidas of the 1st Company.
First, when forming the idea, I wanted the Lightguard to look unique. This led me to the Forge World website where I saw the MK IV Maximus Armour Marines. I ordered those for the basis.
Next, I wanted a Standard, Four Relic Blades, and a Thunder Hammer on the Champion. I managed to win an ebay auction for just such a combo from the Grey Knights sprue.
Then, I let my imagination run wild. I started with the standard bearer. (standard lovingly donated by Lexington of Aurora Chapter and Dice Abide) For this arm (and most of the others) I clipped out the fist and carefully carved the remainder out to be replaced by the plastic standard bearer hand. I then carefully removed the vambrance and attached it to the lower part of the standard bearer arm.
For the Bolter Straps, I took some putty, rolled it out, and flattened the snake to make a thin strap, then cut it to make the width uniform. This was glued in place on the bolters (in the proper REVERSE fashion, which is how they would hang). I then added the clasp with more putty.
A lot of the Grey Knights swords are being held two-handed. I had to do some trickory to get them to be one handed. In fact, one is still incomplete.
Look at the Standard Bearer greaves. The flame details were custom sculpted. I plan on adding these details to both legs for all five marines.
Next, check out the dynamic pose on the marine running, swinging the sword. DAMN. The putty strap is strong enough to hold the bolter in midair to simulate movement. I am very proud of this conversion.
Finally, all of the backpacks have putty molds of the Brazier from the Vampire Counts Corpse Cart sprue. I could only find ONE on the internet despite months of searches. The putty molds came out pretty good, and will be touched up a bit.
Next: Finished Lightguard and I paint my Scion characters. After that, MENOTH STARTER BOX.
Custom Miniatures for Scion Game
Back from Gen Con, and I’ve been working hard on a super secret project. I bought several Reaper Chronoscope minis, and have converted them to model the characters in my Scion tabletop RPG. Let’s have a look!
Up first is Kemo, Scion of Huitzilopochitli, the Aztec god of war. Kemo wields the Sword of Freedom, a machete that spilt the blood of Conquistadors. He also wears the “Hummingbeater,” an undershirt made of hummingbird feathers that works as a bulletproof vest without the weight. Kemo was made from the Terrel, Zombie Survivor mini with the head of Rex, Dark Future Hero, and a Machete from the Modern Weapons sprue. The gun and nightstick were removed. I added an index finger to make Kemo pointing at his next victim. I then filed down the hair, and sculpted newer, longer hair. I then sculpted the Hummingbeater with putty, and a piece of drinking straw desinged to make a “U” shape.
Next is Seth, Scion of Thoth. He uses the Agent Smith body with the Daniel Sterling Head. I Got rid of the Neuralyser and Raygun and added a custom sculpted Ankh and a Rifle. I’m working on his custom Guitar Case. I also flattened the bridge of the nose to make him look less European.
Next is Carrie, Scion of Hermes. Carrie is Lucky from Dark Age. I clipped the pistol and holster, and added a modified Dark Elf Crossbow from Warhammer, as well as a holster of bolts. Lucky has pants with only one leg, so I sculpted the other pant leg to make it more even. I also modded her odd sandals into boots.
Last but not least is Church, Scion of Thor. Church is the Rex, Dark Future Hero body with the Terrel, Zombie Survivor head. I filed off the bandana and added hair. I then filled out the cheeks to make Curch look like Terrence Howard. Next, I added the chain using putty, tweeezers, and a pin tool. I then added the Raido Rune Pendant, carving teh rune with the pin tool. I replaced the hand with a pistol hand from the Modern Weapons sprue, and sculpted a combat glove.
On order is a special mini for my 5th player. More details, and paint jobs soon!
Back in the Saddle Again
These have been half-painted, but the recent visit from people from Spain put all my painting on hold. Now I can start painting again.
With this Terminator formation with Chaplain finsihed, all I need is 5 land speeders, another Assault formation, and a Warlord Titan to complete my 3000 pt. teaching list. Next is the Assault formation. It WOULD have been the Land Speeders, but high humidity marshmallowed them during priming, and they are currently in a Pine Sol bath. I will prime everything else in my dad’s darkroom, like I did during the winter.