Wolf Scouts

[Hoghead]

Although I like the current Scout models, I have always wanted to do something a bit different than the norm, something a bit more reflective of their primary mission, ----especially when one considers how they operate behind enemy lines. Since stealth, sneaking, light armor and other factors play a big part of their role, I would like to model my scouts keeping all that in mind. For starters and instead of using the standard scout models, I was thinking about using just the chest armor and Catachan arms on a few models. Also, perhaps have a few models with a partial Ghillie suit made from a wolf pelt drapped over a shoulder. Would Wolf Scouts use a blue/grey camouflage pattern on their uniform? Above all, I want them to have that look and feel of, say, a Hells Angel biker who has been recruited by a Special Forces Detatchment who has been operating behind enemy lines for months or even years.

 

With that said I would really appreciate any tips or suggestions on using bitz/sprues from Fantasy/40K or other GW models that could be incorporated into a pack of Wolf Scouts. As mentioned, I do like the current scout models but IMHO they tend to have too much of that Ultra Marine look for my taste. I'm a decent modeler and would have no problem cutting and chopping up models to make that unique gritty looking pack of Wolf Scouts. Thanks All!!

 

Mike

[Dyre]

Camouflage wise I think it would be based on what environment they are working in, so i would match the Camo pattern to whatever you flock the base with. I've not made my own scouts before so I cant really help you there.

 

I have seen a tutorial before but I don't remember where. Some things I think would be good to include would model the bolt pistols with longer barrels to represent suppressed weapons. I use chaos warrior weapons in my wolf army, they would work well for scouts as well. I have some spears too that i have not used, I think they came from ungor herd.

[Hoghead]

Some things I think would be good to include would model the bolt pistols with longer barrels to represent suppressed weapons. I use chaos warrior weapons in my wolf army, they would work well for scouts as well. I have some spears too that i have not used, I think they came from ungor herd.

 

 

Wow!! That's a GREAT idea on the suppressed weapons. I like it! Matter of fact, thanks to you, I'm going to model that on some of my scouts. Thanks very much for that cool tip.

 

Mike

[Growler67]

RE: Camophlage, it's always tactically significant an wise to use what is on hand in the operational area. As mentioned above, base the cmo on the way you are going to base the model. Gray, rocky, cgraggy would fit with a wolf pelt. Otherwise whatever vegitation or whatvr else should dictate operational patterns.

[Blitzkreig]

I have a frined who used the Scouts with sniper rifles as the base, then changed up some little features and turned the weapons into suppressed pistols... since the reccuring theme for his stuff is light snow he camoed them a brown/green/white mix and god damnit, when he puts them in the rocky outcrops terrain pieces we have I honestly cannot see them.

[jmurph]

Marauder bits (infantry and horsemen) are good for arms, heads and melee weapons. The Marauder legs can also be used as they have some armoring. Bare torsos can then be used for Mark of Wulfen guys in your squads.

[Token]

Some of my scouts, i have used sw scout heads, marauder and a elf head with a hood, which was kinda to small. I gave them chainswords to make them look fiercer, but thought now that it would probably make them less sneaky.. Roaring chainswords and such.

The camo would probably work for both urban and snow settings. Is settings the right word?

 

http://www.bork.sverok.net/cpg/albums/userpics/10002/scouts.jpg

[DGC]

The image we had in the last dex is the one I prefer so I had a go at some diy scouts. Mostly marine parts with Catachan arms and sniper rifles with Kroot shoulder pads and I.G heavy weapon backpacks. The torsos had the collar filed down and the back smoothed round. I also reshaped the butt panel to make it look less like standard armour.

 

The first pic was the first attempt but after a few comments from board members I decided to try the mixed armour on the legs.

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0908.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0924.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0925.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0927.jpg

 

As for painting, I was just going for the normal Shadow Grey scheme that I use but have since thought about adding a darker grey camo pattern, sort of a blocky disruption style to break up the silhouette

 

Later - DGC

[Rune Priest Ridcully]

I was thinking of converting wolf scouts to be in MK1 Thunder armour with cloaks and hoods? any advice on this (was thinking of using the old metal thunder armour model with halberd as a power weapon one.)

[KiltedMarine]

I was thinking of converting wolf scouts to be in MK1 Thunder armour with cloaks and hoods? any advice on this (was thinking of using the old metal thunder armour model with halberd as a power weapon one.)

 

Brilliant! I like it!

 

I'm working (very slowly) on my own scouts unit, and I'll heartily second the suggestion of using Chaos Marauder arms. I'm also including spear and shield bits from a historical line of Celtic warrior miniatures, to fit my army's theme.

 

Oh, and tartan. If you look at some of the traditional "hunting" patterns, they work remarkably well as camouflage...

[S. Bloodhowl]

Here's what I did for my Scouts:

The bodies and shins are Assault Marine bits, as are the hands and bolt pistols; the thighs and groin are Catachan legs hacked up and glued to the body and shins (greenstuff needed); the arms and blades are beastmen bits from Warhammer Fantasy; the shoulder pads are greenstuff; the re-breathers are guitar string and greenstuff; the heads are Space Wolves.

Hope this helps'

Fowlie

[Token]

Sorry, off topic, not sure its worth making anew thread.. Do a scout with a powerweapon loose his boltpistol?

[CainTheHunter]

Sorry, off topic, not sure its worth making anew thread.. Do a scout with a powerweapon loose his boltpistol?

 

No. This got clarified in the SW FAQ.

"Page 88, Wolf Scouts Pack, Options, last bullet point. Change: Up to two Wolf Scouts may replace their bolt pistol with:

to Up to two Wolf Scouts may take:"

[Valerian]

Some of my scouts, i have used sw scout heads, marauder and a elf head with a hood, which was kinda to small. I gave them chainswords to make them look fiercer, but thought now that it would probably make them less sneaky.. Roaring chainswords and such.

The camo would probably work for both urban and snow settings. Is settings the right word?

http://www.bork.sverok.net/cpg/albums/userpics/10002/scouts.jpg

Token, nice job, I like the scheme on those Scouts.

As for me, I'm perfectly happy with the normal Scouts with our Space Wolves heads and maybe a few other "wolfy bitz" added. I think they look just fine, and better, in fact to some of the other conversions out there.

V

[Hoghead]

The image we had in the last dex is the one I prefer so I had a go at some diy scouts. Mostly marine parts with Catachan arms and sniper rifles with Kroot shoulder pads and I.G heavy weapon backpacks. The torsos had the collar filed down and the back smoothed round. I also reshaped the butt panel to make it look less like standard armour.

 

The first pic was the first attempt but after a few comments from board members I decided to try the mixed armour on the legs.

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0908.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0924.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0925.jpg

 

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s47/DGC_album/wip%20Wolf%20Scouts/DSCN0927.jpg

 

As for painting, I was just going for the normal Shadow Grey scheme that I use but have since thought about adding a darker grey camo pattern, sort of a blocky disruption style to break up the silhouette

 

Later - DGC

 

I like how you incorporated the kroot shoulder pads to the bare arms of the scouts. Nice models!! Your models hit the mark on a what I'm trying to do with my pack. Thanks for the pics.

 

Mike

[Hoghead]

Some of my scouts, i have used sw scout heads, marauder and a elf head with a hood, which was kinda to small. I gave them chainswords to make them look fiercer, but thought now that it would probably make them less sneaky.. Roaring chainswords and such.

The camo would probably work for both urban and snow settings. Is settings the right word?

http://www.bork.sverok.net/cpg/albums/userpics/10002/scouts.jpg

Token, nice job, I like the scheme on those Scouts.

As for me, I'm perfectly happy with the normal Scouts with our Space Wolves heads and maybe a few other "wolfy bitz" added. I think they look just fine, and better, in fact to some of the other conversions out there.

V

Yes, those are very nice models! Thanks for the tips and suggestions everyone!!

Btw...This might be a redundant question since wolves are known for their extraordinary senses and eye sight but would binoculars on one model of scouts be a bit too much? Since part of their mission is Intel perhaps a scout holding binocs or a pair attached to the waist would look cool------or maybe not. Any bitz that would suggest a rangefinder instead? Thanks.

[Barn]

Alot of the scout heads have bionic eyes, so i dont think there is much problem with that.

 

Personally, i just cut the old heads and some weapons of the old Wolf Scout models, and 'refreshed' them a little.

 

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/6660/imgp0510o.jpg

[DGC]

If you haven't read this yet, have a look, awesome piece of fan fiction by OnlyinDeath. http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/index.p...=165415&hl=

 

As for the binoculars / scanner, how about using an Auspex from the tactical sqaud or a pair of I.G binoculars for things even out the range of a Space Wolf. Add to a belt or glue in a hand for target aquisition and range finding

 

Later - DGC

[Growler67]

I prefer the knives to the chainswords for a more stealthy blade option. Different strokes I guess.