I am Legion Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 Well, I have this Mephiston model collecting dust, so I decided to do a bit of conversion work on him. I'm going for something similar to that old picture in the Angels of Death codex, I'm sure you all know what I am talking about. I'm not an amazing sculpter or anything but I didn't like the pose he was in right now. So for a start, I have cut off his arms and left shoulder pad. I was going to cut off the right one, but I really like that skull, I didn't want to interfere too much with it. also keep in mind that I am working with sub par tools. Comments welcome. Ideas very welcome.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrannicide Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 Well, there really isn't much to comment on yet, mate. So far it looks fine, but get a small bit more of work on him, and I'll post more constructive criticism. :tu: Hope to see more soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 ok so I've gotten a bit more done now, the right arm didn't come out low enough, but oh well. so what do you guys and girls think I should do? Oh but before that, I'm also going to chop those line of skulls from one of the sides and lengthen his cloak, the back of the cloak will also probably be smoothed out to show that it is in fact blowing in the wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albreck Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Wow man! I really like the idea of him cleaning the blood on his lips. I'll keep an eye on this! Good work Cheers, Alberto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuro Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Its looking good, nice to see a varied special character. Changing those arms alters the model more than I'd have thought. I do think that the left (his right) arm is too long though - it looks really close to the ground. Keep up the good work. Tsuro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 Yeah I thought so too, but i measured it compared to the left arm which is one piece just turned to the side, and it is the same length (including the glove). That a space marines natural arm length outstretched....in fact I'll double check against my attack bike................yup same length. always good to doublecheck, thanks. also I'm going to add a index finger to the left arm. like in the picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hally Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Now that's a great idea for a conversion! I simply love the idea of him standing there after a fight, wiping blood from his lips. Can't wait for more! :tu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korloth Darkwolf Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 That picture is one of my favourite and i think is the best i have seen of Mephiston. If the model can capture that then it should be great. I will be watching this thread with interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 11, 2008 Author Share Posted April 11, 2008 To get it 100% like the picture will be hard as this model is not set up for it. Like I said earlier, the arms are on the opposite sides of how they are in the picture. The cape might be a bit of work....but other then that, I'll be happy if it's in the 75% similarity mark. Also, I'm going to give him a Phoenix on his cape along with some fire instead of the blood wave that he has there now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korloth Darkwolf Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Its the feel of that picture and the character of Mephiston more than the exact pose. I always thought that the original model was missing something when compared to the fluff and images of Mephiston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 12, 2008 Author Share Posted April 12, 2008 slowly working on it. Was thinking of painting a Phoenix on his back, what do you think? I'll reposition the arm when I'm ready to paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asmodeus' Swordhand Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 phoenix eh? sounds awesome! and that sword is brilliant! truly is better than original GW mephiston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 12, 2008 Author Share Posted April 12, 2008 can't stop working on him! Very exciting, I wish I was better at sculpting.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironloki Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 I like it. Simple, yet it gives a different feel to the model. I'm not sure about a phoenix as it doesn't seem too Blood Angely - Perhaps an angel to represent Sanguinius? Or maybe a symbol of Death. He is the Lord of Death afterall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master SFDRF Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 lovely work, although the handle bit on the sword could have an extra something. It looks Superb!(sP?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother_Beork Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Though I like the pose, the arms are too long, the hands a bit too large and the sword hilt is ridiculously long. Beork Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-relk Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Though I like the pose, the arms are too long, the hands a bit too large and the sword hilt is ridiculously long. Beork i agree, the hilt is far too long, maybe if it were half as long it would look twice as good, IMO the hands and arms are a fine size. great idea with the wiping the blood away. keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asmodeus' Swordhand Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I really like the sword hilt, it adds to his style. IMO don't change it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 For the long handle; I like bastard swords. swords need to have big handles. Also my friend made me convert him and he wanted the long handle, and he seems to like it, so I can't really change it. Also, I added long teeth to the skull shoulder pad, and I've primed him. Now I need an Idea of what colours to paint him.... I've decided his eyes will be black pits with a little yellow pupil. I'm thinking of making the inside of the cloak Dark red, and the back will be black with some picture on it (suggestions welcome). The skull pad and all other skulls will (probably) be a grey to white blend like my Chaplain (check hall of fae DC chaplain thread). The chest armour, black, and a really pale vampire face. the rest....no clue. all is subject to change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother_Beork Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I understand the bit about liking long handles, and the bit about it being for a client, but a bastard sword has a far shorter handle being a one and a half hander. Hell even two handed swords have smaller handles. still, the general model is ok Beork Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master SFDRF Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 its not the length thats bothering me, its the blamdness bout it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 hm, I hear what you guys are saying regarding the handle. You're right, the handle is a bit long. it's almost the length of the blade making it some sort of thrusting weapon instead of a sword. As far as blandness goes, what would you add to make the handle look cooler? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reyner Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Maybe if you shortened the hilt a little and added a scroll or something similiar to it? Have the scroll wrapped around his hand and flowing along the hilt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Legion Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 now that is a great idea, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother_Beork Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 indeed, a scroll or a small chain ending with a bloodangel logo/pendant I noticed my posts were full with negative points but lacked the positive and helpfull ones. My apologies for that. Beork Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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