Danny Cyanide Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hey guys, So, I'm on the cusp of finishing a 2000 point Death Guard Army, but I'm getting very tired of painting green. I've got plans, and parts for a World Eaters Army as well, and decided that I'd take a break from Nurgle, and paint some Korne for a while. When the Forge World Death Guard and World Eaters upgrades were released, I grabbed 30 of each, so without further blabber, here is the first World Eater to emerge from my desk! CC Welcome. I've never done red before, and welcome any tips on getting a smoother blend! Steff http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE1.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE4.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE2.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE3.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Disciple Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Looks good, I'm afraid Crimson Gore is one of those colours thats very difficult. Personally I really like the mottled effect on the armour. If your looking for a smoother base then I'd recomend either using Scab Red for a base then Red Gore. You could also try using Mechrite Red with a Baal Red wash. Disciple Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1858248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wokkers Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 looks good mate. well done. I think an armor wash with your darkest red (red gore?) would tie all the reds back together and help alleviate the patchiness (although there is *nothing* wrong with the way they look now). i would use a "highly" watered mix of the afore-mentioned red and cover the main armor plates. This should move to the give a smoother finish whilst still allowing your blending and highlighting to show through. hope that helps :huh: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1858258 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandalphon Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Looks great, nice and gritty but agree with the above post, a darker red (maybe even a well watered down purple?) would add a bit more depth and blend the sharpness of the highlighting in for a smoother effect (if thats what you want). I was also thinking a red glaze would give you thaat blood-slicked look. While we're on inks i'd also consider running a brown over the gold just to make all those rivets pop and give it an older feel... it's all personal preference tho. Either way he's above avg tabletop and looks badass ;) an army of them would be awesome. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1858330 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ompfris Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 He's looking good, the red and gold look well done, the only thing I would do differnt are his weapons, not sure if the blue works that well or maybe its just to bright and clean. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1858331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Thanks for the kind words! 'm really still just breaking back into the hobby. I had a small Loyalist force during third edition, and recently regained interest. I'm really trying to work on my painting skills, as they were severely lacking when I left the hobby! Over the next few days (after Wednesday) I'm going to try out a couple other methods for these guys, and pick which ever one turns out the best, so stay tuned for a couple more test minis! This guy was built up over black primer from Scab red, red gore, blood red, badab back wash, anther pass of blood red and finally a little fiery orange. Next will be Mecherite red over black primer, then following the same progression, but replacing the black wash with Baal red. Third will be a white primer test. Ompfris - I did the weapons blue to try and add a little splash of color from their Legion badge. I think I'l add some green "land masses" to the axe, to see if that ties it in better. If that doesn't work, maybe a little blood and gore will do the trick! Any other tips will definitely be appreciated! Also, if anyone has any cool basing suggestions, I'm all ears! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1858356 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 Okie, Found time to whip up the second test mini. This one was done over a base coat of Mecherite Red over Black Primer. I think he turned out smoother. I also gave black weapons a shot, and I think they look pretty sharp. http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE5.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE6.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE7.jpg http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE8.jpg Thanks for looking, let me know what you think! I do know that I missed a mold line on his one arm! Steff Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boo Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Well, he's better than the first one. I think the black primer and mecherite red really did the trick! Good job! The black weapon looks good, but so do your blue one. Can't really decide which one is better. They are both great. Although he looks more sinister with black weapons imho. :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861269 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyzerker Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Both weapon colors look good. Maybe use the weapon colors to differentiate between squads? The eyes are quite impressive, I can't seem to get that trick down yet. I'm looking forward to seeing a completed squad of these guys! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momento Mori Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I think these are both looking great. I agree with the wash suggestions, other than that, I'd say you've got some pretty spiffy, and somewhat scary looking World Eaters there. They will look ace once the whole lot are ready to roll over the battlefield. Crimson tide indeed! One thing I will mention, which may have already been mentioned, maybe a chestnut or flesh (or whatever the equivalent is now) wash over the gold to give it that tarnished brassy look. Keep it up! :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861483 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 I think I will do different weapon colors for squads! Thanks for that! Stay tuned! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861484 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tratos The torn Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 wow, the forge world WE helmets are soooo much better than the gamesworkshop ones (goes online to buy some) also, what colors did you use and what order did you put them on? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861756 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItSeWiNg Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I dont think it need's a wash i quite like the red the way it is Great Job - IE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861809 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 Hey Tratos, The helmets and torsos are absolutely sick! Buy many many of them! Recipe for the red is as follows: Black Primer Mecherite red Baal Red Wash Red Gore Blood red Blazing orange Bad moon yellow Baal red wash It takes some time, but I think it's worth it. Steff Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861858 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Disciple Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Looking sharp there. Thumbs up on the eyes, those look amazing! Blood for the Blood God Brother <- Khorne speak for cant wait to see the others :tu: Disciple Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1861861 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tratos The torn Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 thanks for that, can't wait to paint the last of my marines , also what colors did you use for the eyes? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1862982 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 30, 2009 Author Share Posted January 30, 2009 For the eyes: Dark angels Green Snot Green 50/50 Snot Green/Scorpion Green Scorpion Green 50/50 Scorpion Green/Skull White Skull White Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1863541 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wing Wong Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Hi, I am about 1/2 way through painting my full FW WOrld Eaters... For a smooth red, you need 2 main colours : Scab and blood red It takes a while, but you need to wet layer the red in many, many coats... From a black base: about 6 coats of very thin scab red - paint a little less area each time About 4 coats of thinned blood red - as above 2 lightish washes of purple (not black - it shades but doesn't give the dirty look) Finish with highlighting all the way up to yellow then glaze the model with loads of glazes of red to bring the 'top' yellow to red. It gives a very dark, beautifully smooth red but does take a while. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1864007 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinweasel Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I'll be using Testor's Flat Red as my basecoat over white primer, with all non-red areas masked off (if need be, as I undercoat my metallics with a dark undercoat before working up). It should be interesting to see how they turn out compared to the different red approaches in this thread so far... They look fairly good if you're painting them to a higher-than-tabletop standard and definitely respectable if fielded otherwise. The only thing I'd suggest is deepening the shadows a bit with strategic shading - not quite sure what you'd use since you're looking to keep the color consistent - I'd say some sort of dark brown, though. Brown Ink, Flesh Wash, etc... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1864204 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted January 30, 2009 Author Share Posted January 30, 2009 Quick update: Squad 1 (will have black weapons) has its red coats done. There are 2 skull champs here, one will be for my next squad! http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE9.jpg Should have them done tonight or tomorrow! Blood for the Blood God! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1864549 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyzerker Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 That's a good, strong red. Really good posing on the minis, too! I'm looking forward to a progress report. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1864566 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted February 1, 2009 Author Share Posted February 1, 2009 First squad of 8 painted, plus an extra skull champ who will end up in the next squad. I give you, Squad Black http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/Danny_Cyanide/minis/FWWE10.jpg Let men know what you guys think! I'm still not sure how I'm going to base them, so if you have any suggestions, let me know! Steff Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1865946 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyzerker Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Looking hot! Once the bases are sorted they'll look even better. For mine, I go with black drybrushed with layers of shadow grey, codex grey, bleached bone, and then skull white. Sometimes I'll add small patches of static grass or flock for some variety. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1866260 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Cyanide Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 BIG Update!!!! Just got the rest of my Forge World Order tonight! Contained in the rather large box were: Chaos Warhound Titan An'ggrath the Unbound 2 sets of Termie upgrades and some other small items I have a second squad of Bezerkers assembled and primed/base-coated, and An'ggrath has been scrubbed, dried and assembled! I'll toss up some pics when I get home tomorrow! Steff Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1878168 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Disciple Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Wow that must have been one big box! Your first squad is looking good, any thoughts on how you'll base them? Disciple Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/158681-forge-world-world-eaters-army-blog/#findComment-1878182 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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