Ibc_Pain Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 ok... so im DAMN tired of that lame ragnar model now, and i decided i was going 2 build me my own model of ragnar, maby using parts from the old ragnar model, then i thought of this great place! so i ask of u brothers plz help me whit this quest of mine. maby post your versions of ragnar, give me some advice, or maby some insperation!! ty brothers, for russ! for the wolftime! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother SRM Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 First off, welcome to the Fang! I will say, please refrain from using internet slang - "plz" "maby" "ty" and so on. Secondly, any more detailed ideas than just some parts from the old Ragnar model? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1737551 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibc_Pain Posted October 19, 2008 Author Share Posted October 19, 2008 first , ive been here sence november last year. but thank you for the welcome anyways!, second the internet talk is just a damn reflex! sorry about that. so about the mini, ive havent giving it a lot of thought of what parts i should use, but maby using the rune priest body, or at least the torso bacause of all the runes and pelts.. well i realy dont know, thats why ive tryied this thread.... any idieas brothers? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1737784 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimfoe Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 There are a couple of really cool coversions out there. This first one is pretty good. I think he should have swapped heads as well. http://www.miniaturespace.net/images/40K/Ragnar/Ragnar%20front.jpg This one is more my favorite: http://www.prophet-miniatures.com/gallery/ptdspacewolves/ragnar1/fullsize/Ragnar1.jpg more views Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1737870 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfLordLars Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 While I agree that the Ragnar model sucks... I usually dont take SW IC's, so no worry about making a custom model. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Im sorry, but I have to say it. I cant stand the model for RBM. Its the topknot. I wont use the one out of the GreyHunters box either. I have a strong dislike for that hairstyle.... Ill never use it on a mini unless Im going to blow it up. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739087 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother SRM Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Im sorry, but I have to say it. I cant stand the model for RBM. Its the topknot. I wont use the one out of the GreyHunters box either. I have a strong dislike for that hairstyle.... Ill never use it on a mini unless Im going to blow it up. I don't mind topknots as long as they're not ridiculous looking, like on Abaddon or Ragnar. The plastic one is just fine in my opinion, as it looks somewhat plausible. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonSTeR Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I don't think the model is lame at all, in fact when it came out all those years ago, it was probably the most detailed figure that Games Workshop had ever sculpted. I think it's a classic. I'll agree that we need a resculpt as we're 3 editions of the game on from then, but for a figure that's over 15 years old (at least it says 1992 on the metal slotta-insert), it's not half bad !!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739145 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Howland Greywolf Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 As for the topknots, I personaly cut them off and stick them on as pony tails. Much more wolfy I think. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739174 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Agreed... ponytail > topknot. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1739738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 After reading this thread (and almost finishing the Space Wolf omnibus) I have decide that I am going to make a new RBM model from scratch but before I do, and please shoot me down if I'm wrong, I'll add what I think he needs: 1) He has to be in an action pose probably a hand to hand type pose with his pistol holstered or at least not in action. Primary weapon has to be a double edged chainsword. 2) A big wolf pelt cloak. 3) Snow scene base. 4) Lots of Grenades. 5) Long matted hair (tied back). 6) No facial hair. 7) He has to be a head taller than the rest of the marines. Things I don't know about: 8) Scars? 9) Any particular trophies? 10) Should he have a bolt pistol? I'll start throwing him together and working some green stuff while I think about it and I'll add pictures as I go along. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744034 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar Volker Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Why should he be a head taller than other marines? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744186 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I just thought he should be bigger...because he's a character? Now I think about that it's pretty weak reasoning. How about a wee bit broader, will you give me that much? All I've done so far is strip out a chaos warriors amour because I want the furry shoulders and cape and file down a breastplate to have no icon but still have the wolf belt thing. Still got to do the legs, which is where I would add any height. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744205 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Well here's a picture of him so far. Shall I keep posting this in here or start a RBM on the conversions bit of the site...don't want to piss anyone off. http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/oo159/captmac/RBM.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744268 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEFF4i Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Looks pretty good there Capt. One thing is Ragnar's chestpiece is essentially the aquila with a wolf's head instead of eagle, if you are going for perfect accuracy. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Bugger really? I was going to go for the look off the cover of the book with the plane chest diamond thingy and two heavy chains. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEFF4i Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Bugger really? I was going to go for the look off the cover of the book with the plane chest diamond thingy and two heavy chains. Must change from book to book, in which case, no sweat. I'm looking at Sons of Fenris. :o Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744642 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WG Vrox Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 He has to be a head taller than the rest of the marines. I think what your looking for here is to place him on a mount of some type, the model itself does not need to be taller, however as a IC having him stand out in this way will give the affect your looking for. If nothing else, glue a quarter to the bottom of the base. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1744766 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 I've been looking having a closer look at the cover of the Space Wolf Omnibus and it looks like he has one of those beards that has no mostache. You know the one that just covers the ching and joins the sideburns. I think, since he's a few hundred years old, he should have a wee bit of facial hair (contrary to what I said above). Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Okay here's what I have come up with so far. I still have a lot of green stuff to sculpt around the wolf pelt, I need to thicken up the hair and add the pony tail and start working on the chest detail. I think my puppy has had off with his left arm...dammit. http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/oo159/captmac/RBM2.jpg Comments are more than welcome, cheers. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745265 Share on other sites More sharing options...
roon Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Looks great so far CaptMac! :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745276 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptMac Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 He's getting there. http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/oo159/captmac/RBM3.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEFF4i Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 He's lookin really good man! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerian Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 He has to be a head taller than the rest of the marines. I think what your looking for here is to place him on a mount of some type, the model itself does not need to be taller, however as a IC having him stand out in this way will give the affect your looking for. Here is an example of how I used basing as recommended by WG Vrox, above, to make a Chaplain in one of my other armies stand out. He's also on the larger, 40mm, base: Valerian Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimfoe Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 I really like where this model is going. I'd like to make a couple of "take them or leave them" suggestions: I'd turn his head toward his right shoulder and incline it slightly. (Back or forward, it doesn't really matter) This will allow you to make a more dramatic pose with his lower body. I'd also either raise or lower his sword slightly. Again, depending on the pose from the waist down, this will add some drama. Above all, do NOT paint his hair black. The wolf has a blackmane, not him. (at least in original fluff) Really nice model. Good luck. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/149574-ragnar-blackmane-model/#findComment-1745990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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