sisko11 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I started this guy back in 2004, but went on hiatus from the hobby with him half finished. Recently got back into it, and decided to finish him. The concept was based on the rumors that Sigmar from Fantasy was one of the 2 missing Primarchs. It was one of the more interesting theories to me back then, so I wanted to do a concept model of what I thought a marine based on him would look like. The icons used are a combination of the Sigma symbol and a graphic version of a twin-tailed comet. Colors are typically empire, red, white and black. I wanted to keep him very limited to those 3 colors overall, but threw in a few green gems on the laser sight and of course the blue energy effect. Of course, as one of Sigmar's 2nd legion boys, he had to have a hammer, so I decided to make this model a test bed for a few new techniques. This included scratch building the hammer with plastirod, nmm and osl. Overall I am pretty happy with the result, but think I will be sticking with metallics from now on as I prefer the look for my own style. http://coolminiornot.com/pics/pics14/img4b837c03e954c.jpg Comments welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KYR GKIKAS Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Excellent paint job but what really catch the eye is the modern combat fell of the model.The laser sight , the plasma pistol spring cord and the rank insignia is absolutely stunning.Thanks for sharing and we crave for more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Validar Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 stunning model. The helm and the hammer are brilliant. His stance is very dynamic. Really excellent paintjob on top of that. I think the base is a tad too much, but I don't like huge bases in generel, so <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisko11 Posted February 23, 2010 Author Share Posted February 23, 2010 Thanks guys! I'm happy the 'modern-ish' or non-gothic intentions are noticeable. As to the big rock, since I knew this would be a one-off concept model, I figured hey, why not have it jumping off a huge boulder just this once lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master Tchezzarus Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I just love it! Great modeling, and great paint scheme! Have you got some WIP of this hammer (I'm playing GK/DH... and I'd loved to borrow the idea!) Thanks, Tchezz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisko11 Posted February 23, 2010 Author Share Posted February 23, 2010 I just love it!Great modeling, and great paint scheme! Have you got some WIP of this hammer (I'm playing GK/DH... and I'd loved to borrow the idea!) Thanks, Tchezz. Hey Tchezz, over in the w.i.p forum there should be a few naked hammer shots. Tbh it was mostly slotting plastirod and plastirod tubes of varying shapes and sizes into larger versions they would fit snuggly inside. Minor gluing headaches for the back of the hammer and then the entire top onto the haft, but nothing major if you predrill a little bit. Glue on a few rivets or gems in my case and boom, you've got yourself a hammer. It was surprisingly easy to be honest, I had never tried before and thought it would be a bit more fiddly, but as I am finding out, the right materials and a little knowledge about when to do what counts for almost as much as actual skill. First step was to slot the the main rod through the hole drilled in the fist, the rest fit together pretty much exactly how it looks like it would. Hope that helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xa0s Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verpine Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 :) WOW new favorite 40k model i have EVER seen. I love the modernness like they said and the glowy effects are too cool. This is SOOOO awesome that i used all caps words and spoke with bad grammar!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Runner Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Beautifully done especially the reflected light and the plasma pistol. Congrats and take a bow. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminatorinhell Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 I really love it! It has that old school BnC look to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisko11 Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Wow, this has been a great response for me guys thanks a lot! Those who posted or like it - http://coolminiornot.com/244279 Those who think it sucks need not apply lol ;) The Sigma Legion is retired for now though, and the great Space Hulk project begins in earnest... I already finished the stealers in the box, basecoated the termies... But then I went nuts, built 5 more termies to cover every possibility of weapon loadout for all editions, converted, forgeworld pads... I also designed and am working with a commision sculptor on 16 hybrids of varying generations... I am determined to make my set the most complete, detail oriented set around, it's going to be crazy. Already black edged the entire board, no cardboard, custom dice for both teams, Forgeworld techpriests to represent the captures from mission 4 i believe, totally re-done CAT to not look like it has a chapel and xmas tree on the back.... Will start posting that project soon! Seriously, thanks for the kind words guys, helps keep the motivation up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vishtank Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 great work! you've outdone yourself on the helmet and the hammer, they look awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Sensei Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Interesting concept and a convincing job for sure. Color sheme is efficient and the mini is readeable and pretty clean. A very good use of many contrasts, that's so rare so /applaude !!! On the other side, I'd say IMHO that : A shorter (linked to glovey or forearm) scope connexion would have been way better. Giving another look to the TH cable, thicker and closer to the arm (I personally think that you lose more in dynamism than you can gain from those flying parts) A less stylised symbol, I would have squarely taken the comet one from WFB. I think that lighting both parts of the hammer reduces the effectiveness of the effect but I'm quite sure many people will think otherwise on that particular. Most important of all... Where is the rest of the army ? Stop hanging around on forum and get back to work !!! Cheers DS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramis Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 A-ma-zing marine! Commander Sheppard anyone? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Damned Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 The glowing effect turned out really well. Looking forward to seeing more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Normish Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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