Eldar Warlock WiP.

Okay, it’s almost Friday and I’ve found some time to take a picture of Warlock that I have been painting on for the past week. Just something that’s been lying around for a while and deserved a little attention.

It's about half done and I wasn’t trying to do anything fancy. My palette is very limited until I can get some new paints. Most of them did not survive the long and extended break. This may be blessing as GW went and redid the whole line again from what I understand.

Anyone have some feedback on what these new paints are like? Are the pots different from the last set or did the stick with old ones? The new ones seemed to aimed at people who hate mixing paint and most of line is just repeated shades and tones of the primary set. Are the washes still the same? I’d be a sad Larry if they were different. 

 Any insight would be helpful; I’ve never strayed outside of Apple Barrel and Games workshops paints and wonder if this would be a good time to make a switch.  Any recommendations for an outside company would be great otherwise I’ve got some research ahead of me.

Random Wargame Pictures

 It’s Sunday, so I figure that’s a good excuse to post up some random photos of the a few games that I played last year. They were still on the camera’s hard disk so…why not?

Some are of my Dark Eldar caught in the heat of battle against friend and foe alike. It’s a shame that more of the Ice battle pictures didn’t turn out better. I’m a sucker for that table. Others are few Mordheim skirmishes between the Skaven and the Men of the Empire.

 

This week I hope to have my first painted mini of the year posted up by Tuesday. I thought it would be best just to paint some random mini to stretch the old paint brushes again and make sure I remember how to paint. 

Is this thing still on???

Greetings to the select few that will see this post, and all it’s pure awesomeness! My name is Larry and it’s been almost a full year since I’ve done anything for this blog. The poor neglected thing, I hope you all have been well and painting since then. 

Sadly, the lack of posts are due to a lack of painting and even more so, the complete lack of games. I’ve been this hobby a long time and there’s been some dry spells, but the games have pretty much come to a grinding stop.  I blame myself for letting things get this bad. 

The reality is my own painting snobbery is what’s killing the gaming. I just can’t drag my @$$ to the local stores to battle the unpainted hordes. Just in case you are new to the blog, I’m not the most competitive player but my games are a hell a lot sexier than most. I love a drop-down, knock out fight as much as the next war gamer, but it's visual aspect of the game that is deal breaker.

Even with-out the games, the urge to build and paint something has been slowly creeping back, but with taking such a long break, I’m at a loss for where to pick back up.  I think my next post will be an overview of all my possible future projects/madness. 

The one thing I do know is that you can see a brand new grammar-forsaken post here each and every week or at least that’s the goal. If I can get some games happening, then maybe we can get back to posting at little more frequently. If not I’ll just make some grumpy old man posts. Those are always fun. 

 And yes, I did finish those models from that last post over a year ago. Well, almost finished.

V is for Vyper.

Who would think that these tiny craft would be the cornerstone for my army reaching 2k. If there's one thing I've learned about Av. 10 skimmers is that one is never enough! The only survivability they have on the table is in pure numbers and lucky saves.

That's why I got two...

One big decision will be what rides in these craft. It's something that's going to need worked out as I finalize the list. Beyond the three blaster set-up, I'm open to any suggestions to what would be the ideal unit? I'd like to try a unit of High Born with Splinter Cannons for just the right amount of overkill. It seems like it could be a great follow up unit to what the dark lances manage to crack open. Anyways, I'll post up some progress in the next few days, but it's going to a little bit of time to finish off these models.
 

Worst. Blog. Ever.

What else can be said for the lack of activity that’s occurred over the summer?

I’m not going to waste time with excuses.... The best part about the hobby is when you take a break, no matter how long; everything will be there when you get back from hobby holiday. Besides, the internet seemed just fine during my absence.

Sure, the paints may be a little dry out and you can’t find the glue, but ya’ gotta start somewhere! Let’s begin with something small and see where the inspiration takes us.

Mr. Z really wants to start heading down to the LGS to drum up some 40k games. Not that big of deal, but it seems they play bigger games in that neck of the woods. The Dark Eldar sit close the 2k mark, yet the list leaves much to be desired. It’s not really even a list, more like everything that I have painted and some extra gear. Just a few more units would fill out the ranks nicely and make the army stronger.

The other side project is some new terrain pieces for the Mordheim table. The summer campaign that I had wished for never happened, (I blame myself) but that’s not going to stop me from giving some more love to one of my favorite games.

So I'm going to make some new lists, build some models, paint them, and continue to lose miserably... while blogging about it all for your enjoyment!

Soon…

Well hey we did get some games in though didn't we? And we have warbands ready to go now, should the interest spark in some new players. After we paint up the rest of this terrain we should get another game or two in before we dive into this 2k 40k malarkey :p
- mr editor zealot

Painted Adeptus Mechanicus Chimera Pic

Wasn't intending on getting another chimera right now but since Larry snagged a nice haul from one of our less-motivated friends' failed projects I decided to get it painted up and ready for play. It has magnetized weapons but he glued the lasguns in place. LO fucking L. I sure do love saving models from obscurity and getting them painted and played with, though!

Mordheim Madness

The City of the Dammed has been overrun by the vile Skaven and the only thing stopping them is the Brave men of the Empire. Under ash choked skies, the factions of the Old World battle for glory and domination over the lost City.

Early skirmish reports, tell the tale of victory for the Mutilator and his minions. In a desperate fight around the Forgotten Tomb, the overwhelming numbers of Rat-men were the undoing of Walter and his Mercenaries. The reward was rich one as the Skaven chased off their beaten foes. A  Incredible bounty of Wyrdstone was the prize, fueling future hopes of Skaven glory.

In the aftermath, despite the rich haul of loot, the seer of the Skaven war band was gravely injured and must spend time healing the wound. While the Empire with it's numerous wounded warriors made out of rather well without loss or other setback. Now each side stands poised to battle once more in The City of the Dammed. 

Random Wargame Pics.

Hi Everybody!

It's been quite some time now since I've posted something and the guilt was starting to get to me. Unfortunately, the Paint Brushes are on a extended vacation and I really don't have any new hobby stuff to share.  All I've got is some random battle pictures of the past few games.

Painted Grey Knights

Tabletop standard. Will probably stay this way for a while. 1500 pts done!

Honored Imperium

What's up gang?

The end of May is usually a busy time for me and it always cuts into my hobby time. Things are starting to settle down around here and it's time to work. There are still a few terrain projects I want/need to wrap up before the crazy bionic bird-men make the scene next week.

Project #1 more Craters for the table. The Blastscape looked all lonely and a battlefield can never have too much devastation. The #2 Project is the infamous Space Marine Statue and it's other components. What 40k table is complete with-out this grim reminder of the Imperial might? I'm hoping to work on the stuff over the next few days and will post something up over the holiday.

Zealot's trade/sale post yay

Soooo.. things are kinda tight around here so I decided I'm gonna sell/trade some stuff to make things easier on myself and free up some more precious space in my small apartment. :D I can consider trades if you have skullz promo mechanicus models or anything mechanicus from the rogue trader era. I'm accepting offers via email zealot (at) gmail . com (pics below list) Paypal is my preferred/only method of payment.

Here's what I've got:

• Box of old nurgle randomness - 3 metal bodies and 1 plastic body w/assorted bits and some bases (new)
• 10 old metal cultists (new)
• all the extra sprues/bits from my wood elf army in a box
  
• brand new gale force nine plyers and files - never used them just sat around
• a bag of gw flying bases
• random flagellants on round bases (painted) (penal legion or mechanicus stand ins)
• mystic/sage henchman (painted)
  
• 2 heavy bolter servitors (painted)
• 7x stormtrooper. 2 have plasma guns and one has plasma pistol/boltgun/auspex (painted)
• inquisitor w/book model (bolter clipped off and gone in the warp) (painted)
• 2x praetorian lascannon blisters (new in box)
• praetorian guard blister (2 troopers) (new in box)
• col shaffer (new in box)
• highly converted techmarine on a bike w/all wargear and *adjustable* wheelie (painted)
  

Space Marine Give Away Winner!

Thanks to everyone for entering the contest and a small thank to Random.org. The Winner should contact us by e-mail by next Saturday to claim the prize. If you didn't win this time there is more give-a-ways soon, so stay tuned.

'Ze Winner is....H.C.118

Congratulations and thanks to everyone that entered.

Warhammer 40k Blastscape: Finished

The hobby time was plentiful this week and it made painting up the set rather easy task. I went with the neutral Grey scheme so the pieces would blend on both tables. After a Heavy Ink Wash and allot of Dry-Brushing, all there was left to do was add a bit of color. Nothing fancy, but I wanted it to contrast with the Grey. Overall, they turned out decent and add some flare to the Ice world. I could even use a few of them for for Warhammer Games.

Don't forget about the Give-away.....

It's the Style Awards!!!!

 

It seems Tristan over at Gwpertinent has nominated my boring old blog for something called the Stylish Blogger Awards.  I’ve been chosen to participate in a form of good will internet chain letter. Well,I’d like say that I’m quite tickled to be recognized by one of the community.  For one to be honored by one’s peers is the best kind kudos.

This is what Tristan has to say via the Copy/Pasta:

“The Stylish Blogger Award given from one blogger to another one might say, is like a pat on the back for a good job. It's definitely a viral, zombie-like spread of good will so it's too good to pass up.”

The rules;

Thank and link back to the person giving you the award
Share seven things about yourself
Select 10-15 blogs who you think deserve this award
Contact these bloggers and let them know about the award. 

First of all, I’d like to offer a huge Thank you to Tristan for the nomination. If you don’t read his blog, I think that you should go fix that right now. It's filled with great content on some of my favorite old school games; Blood-Bowl, Mordheim and Necromunda.

I highly recommend heading over that way and see what’s new on Tristan’s side of the Inter-webs. I also may be a little bias for the simple fact he always commenting on my own blog with helpful suggestions that I really appreciate.

Fun Facts:

1. “I have a policy to never talk about myself because it’s boring.”

2. Larry saw The Fellowship of the Ring 3 times on opening day back into 2001.

3. I have a one daughter, who is quite the digital artist. I constantly beg for Art for the blog but she never draws me anything.   

4. I don’t watch the Television and I rarely play video games. This explains all my free time to constantly paint.

5. The Tag-line at the top of the blog is inspired by Garrison Keillor.

6. Refer to #1.

7. Refer to #6.

My Stylish Blogger Awards go to folks who just blog for the blog of it. They are hobbyists who keep me going when the motivation is starting to lag. Here they are in no particular order…

 
Noestes-- A true artist. He hasn't been able to blog lately, but one of my faves.
Sons of Taurus-- Anyone who makes Light-up Blast Markers is guy I want to play games with!
Xenos and Proud-- A younger gentlemen, but a fresh and fun perspective on the hobby.
Opposing Forces-- They don't blog much, but they have the most amazing city table.
Drinkin and Modelin--Blood-bowl and Beer all in one blog.
Eldar addict-- One of the better hobby blogs out there.
Anarchy's Heart-- He just finished up an 40k Escalation league with his Chaos demons. Very entertaining.
A Gamer's Blog-- Jr. has just started up and has some well thought out ideas.
Faeit 212 -- Thank you for all the rumor round ups!
W40ktenerife-- It's in Spanish, but they post up some incredible photos and models.

I'm done and have some emails to send.

Warhammer 40k Blastscape

Well, it's been a quiet week here around the hobby table. I haven't the time to sit down to do anything major due to numerous outside distractions. Yesterday was the only real chance I had to "hobby" and did not let it go to waste.

I stopped the by the LGS, earlier in the week to find this buried and forgotten gem. I thought it was just the regular Crater Set, but I was wrong. It turned out to be the limited edition BlastScape from the PlanetStrike Expansion. No matter, the rest of my Sunday was spent basing and priming. Hopefully, I will find some time to work on them over this week and I'll post up the progress.

Also don't forget to join up for the Give-Away before this Saturday!!!