Melissia Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 I'm expanding my Imperial Guard allies portion of my C:WH army now taht the new IG codex is out . Does anyone know of any appropriate sized models of a female soldier based on the Cadian model? A trenchcoat model might also work, but flak/carapace armor or its look-alike would be preferable. Also Preferably one with a sword and pistol, but one with a lasgun looking weapon works too. Hopefully this isn't off-topic for this forum-- She will be a minor officer in the Guard conscripted into assisting my Order of the Sapphire Blade in their War of Faith. I'm not planning on making a full on Imperial Guard army until they release trenchcoat models that don't cost fourty something dollars for ten models (see forgeworld's DKK models). Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakehunter52 Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 I'm expanding my Imperial Guard allies portion of my C:WH army now taht the new IG codex is out . NO ONE CAN RESIST THE GUARD! Jk. Good excuse to update any =I= army. Well, there is the obligatory: http://www.blackmoor.ca/blackmoorimages/gwimpfcomsar1.jpg Simplest would be to wait for the command squad, buy that, steal an eldar head and you got yourself a female commander. However, past this is going to require some serious conversion work. You will have sculpt the armour yourself, shave off whatever insignia/designs and will probably have a cloak. Your best bet is to look at some of the Warhammer elf figures, like the Wood Elf Glade Guard. There is also a nice dark elf model on Avatar of War that you use but it is real expensive. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1970771 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted April 29, 2009 Author Share Posted April 29, 2009 Hrm. I'd use her if her breasts weren't gigantic. Heh. Well, let's see... http://s8.photobucket.com/albums/a28/melissiablackheart/VeronicaBlaze.jpg That one might work if I paint the vest as if it were armor, cut one pistol off (left hand likely) and put the top half of a swordin its place, etc... although the thing is it's a 25mm scale model-- is that too small? I think W40K is 28mm? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1970831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOBMAKENZIE Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 That one might work if I paint the vest as if it were armor, cut one pistol off (left hand likely) and put the top half of a swordin its place, etc... although the thing is it's a 25mm scale model-- is that too small? I think W40K is 28mm? The biggest issue you'll run into is wether its heroic scale or not. The head/guns/hands will be all outta whack. Overall I say its a cool model so if you can afford it pick it up and compare it first. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1970875 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathar the great Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 The game Infinity has a lot of female minis, you could take a look at those. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1970942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Mel Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 That one might work if I paint the vest as if it were armor, cut one pistol off (left hand likely) and put the top half of a swordin its place, etc... although the thing is it's a 25mm scale model-- is that too small? I think W40K is 28mm? i think it might work ok, but it doesn't really fit in with the cadians in my point of view. i wouldn't worry much about the size, in real life women are slightly smaller as well, on the tabletop these 3 mm don't really matter. my thoughts for mel from mel :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1970959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted April 29, 2009 Author Share Posted April 29, 2009 That one might work if I paint the vest as if it were armor, cut one pistol off (left hand likely) and put the top half of a swordin its place, etc... although the thing is it's a 25mm scale model-- is that too small? I think W40K is 28mm? The biggest issue you'll run into is wether its heroic scale or not. The head/guns/hands will be all outta whack. Overall I say its a cool model so if you can afford it pick it up and compare it first. Well naturally I can't do much about the head and hands,but would it helpif I cut a las/bolt pistol off a model and crafted it onto her hands? I think Uncle Mel is about right hwne he says that it's okay for her to be a bit smaller (it just means that she's a short woman, but she's an officer and officers don't necessarilly need to be huge to be imposing or charismatic). So I'm gonna see about getting that model and doing some light converting. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971171 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Hi Melissia, I don't know if you have seen them yet but I think these might be an option. Hope it helps. http://www.thewarstore.com/femalespecialops.html Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971182 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master Tyrak Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Well, you could start from the WH Inquisitor model - here, or the Callidus Assassin model. Otherwise you could try and find the woman from the old Last Chancers set. All would be fairly easy to convert, since a greatcoat would hide most existing detail. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971397 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted April 29, 2009 Author Share Posted April 29, 2009 The female witch hunters kinda push me off with their hair and facial feature-- looking for something more... normal, so to speak. Rather than overly strong cheekbones and marge-hair. Callidius Assassin 2 looks promising however! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971601 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marid Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 The Necromunda House Escher gang is a stretch, but maybe? Give them haircuts? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffersonian000 Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 I have a Mad Donna figure from Necromunda floating around some where; pig-tails, plasma pistol, chainsword, and a monocle. SJ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1971691 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DinoDoc Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 This maybe of use as well: http://www.tinsbits.com/webshop/product_in...=13&cPath=7 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1972250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commander Sasha Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Hi Melissia, http://www.hasslefreeminiatures.co.uk/pack.php?pack=1246 Rackham AT-43 has a few too, though no squads, so units will come out a bit cloned! I have a Necromunda Escher gang, the models are very dieselpunk, ripped jeans and mohawks, not very Guard-like. I have been buying 00 scale train buildings, which are close to scale, perhaps train scenery characters, from WWII period might give some results, look for WRENs, they'll not have armour, but will at least be women in military uniforms? Good luck, please post successful results for those of us that are bi-curious modellers! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1973000 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 Debra looks fine for these purposes really. I'm only looking for a single model, so non-squads is fine. Now to decide on which one of those posted in this thread to purchase... going to get paid soon... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1973030 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prathios Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Debra makes me think of the dropship pilot from Aliens... So that model is an instant A+ in my book. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1973155 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defiance Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 That Debra model is holding a pulse rifle!!! A definate plus. And she looks just like guard officer material. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1974679 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaelion Hexis Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 She will definately fit with Cadian models, albeit with a few Imperial parts/logos to complete the transition. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1974911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted May 3, 2009 Author Share Posted May 3, 2009 Mnn, I can give her a storm bolter and say that this is a storm bolter variant designed for use by humans. That weapon certainly is too big to be a lasgun for sure. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1974999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master Tyrak Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Melissia Posted Today, 01:39 AM Mnn, I can give her a storm bolter and say that this is a storm bolter variant designed for use by humans. That weapon certainly is too big to be a lasgun for sure. Humans can use Storm Bolters, just as they can used normal Bolters and Bolt Pistols. They just have to fire on single-shot mode in order to avoid tearing their arm off from the recoil. I don't imagine you'd need too much modification to the Storm Bolter. SoBs can use them without too much trouble. EDIT - Hey, 3000th post. I am such a motormouth. :confused: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted May 3, 2009 Author Share Posted May 3, 2009 Yes, they can, but they use different variants than Space Marines use last I checked. Also, Sisters of Battle can wield heavy bolters and multimeltas solo, thanks to their power armor. Storm Bolters are no problem at all given said powered armor. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toogeloo Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I gotta say my LGS is a bunch of asshats (pardon my french). They are taking a firm stance against allied armies and how the Witch Hunter's codex is overpowered with the new codex and not within the spirit of the game. The Witch Hunter Codex was designed around a third edition mentality and the new fifth edition codexs are meant to be stand alone only. They were already having issues with mixed Space Marine lists, but let them go because you couldn't take them with power armored models in the Hunter dexs. Now with the new IG dex, most players are taking a stance on a one codex army per player house rule. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpse. Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Uh, why not buy Eldar troops. Greenstuff(or use drywall hole filler) and fill in/smooth out the eldar stuff. File down and make their chests sort of busty. (Various busts of course, not all women are wonder woman's alter ego) The helmets can be easily filed down from pointy to smooth. Carve where you want. To carve, the blade faces the model perfectly straight to the point of contact. Scrape slowly until you get the feel, and even face the blade away from the direction it is pulled for a lighter scrape. Done best with scalpels and razors, fine scraping with steep angle tip blades. Its not all that hard. Plastic scrapedowns after smoothing out an eldar model will look fantastic most ways you take it. And eldar already being sleek, females arent too hard to make from them. Their guns however may need some harder modifications, I find just cutting the damn thing off near the trigger and putting a new barrel on it suffices. Toothpicks cut off just right fit well. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975563 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissia Posted May 3, 2009 Author Share Posted May 3, 2009 I hate modeling. I hate painting too really. If I had the money I'd get someone else to do it, but I don't. So I want minimal work, corpse ;) I gotta say my LGS is a bunch of asshats (pardon my french). They are taking a firm stance against allied armies and how the Witch Hunter's codex is overpowered with the new codex and not within the spirit of the game. The Witch Hunter Codex was designed around a third edition mentality and the new fifth edition codexs are meant to be stand alone only. They were already having issues with mixed Space Marine lists, but let them go because you couldn't take them with power armored models in the Hunter dexs. Now with the new IG dex, most players are taking a stance on a one codex army per player house rule. Your LGS is full of ass-hats then. I pity you, poor person. That's like saying "OMG THUNDERFIRE CANNONS ARE SO OP YOU CAN'T USE THEM!!!" as far as I'm concerned. Or denying space marine players use of dreads, or sternguard. They want us to use units only from a single codex? Fine. The Imperial Guard Platoon is listed in our codex. There, a single code, C:WH, very clearly listed on page 26. I can easilly print out a sheet of paper with the necessary information on infantry platoons without needing to bring my C:IG. If they don't like that explaination then they're worthless trash anyway, trying to deny me something that is rightfully in my codex even whiel they're using double lash and other powergamer lists. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975598 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpse. Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I hate modeling. I hate painting too really. If I had the money I'd get someone else to do it, but I don't. So I want minimal work, corpse ;) Haha fine. Here: http://www.thewarstore.com/femalespecialops.html Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/167243-any-reccomendation-models-wise/#findComment-1975658 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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