Brother Atheos Posted December 24, 2010 Share Posted December 24, 2010 So christmas got me some gifts i wasn't expecting so i can start getting these bad boys going earlier than expected. Now obviously there is no easy way to do red and yellow quarters but there is this... http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/hgbd9a.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/hgbd9d.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/hgbd9c.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/hgbd9b.jpg Those of you with IA9 will have already seen this but i thought it'd be a nice way to get some representation for arguably the most committed of the Emperor's favoured warriors. I'll get some pics of units as and when i get squads built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattison Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 Looks much better than "the original"... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulse Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I really like the new colouring, i agree it is much better than the orginal. ;) Looking forward to your work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminatorinhell Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 It looks much more practical I like how they implemented the original red and yellow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scathainn Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 That's not their new scheme, I must point out. IIRC that's one of their camouflage schemes according to IA9. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myxx Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I haven't seen IA9, but that looks really cool. I look forward to seeing some test and/or completed models... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacefrisian Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 So you have trouble with red? Try a white undercoat, howling griffons arent that hard to paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Mick Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 That scheme looks promising cant wait to see something painted :) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Atheos Posted December 26, 2010 Author Share Posted December 26, 2010 So you have trouble with red? Try a white undercoat, howling griffons arent that hard to paint. It's not so much that i have trouble with the colours, just that they are time consuming and rather laborious. I have the problem of being obsessed with painting to the best of my ability on every mini as well as losing interest if it takes more than X hours to complete. That's why when i saw this it came as a golden opportunity to do something new and different. Anyways, I've got myself a dev squad assembled and ready to spray. Will get some paint on them then present them for judgment later today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJB2K3 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I agree That looks way, way better then the aged version GW have used for years How ever there is an easy way to do the old (aged) pattern. Prime it in yellow, paint the red, wash/dip/stain then detail. Can't wait to see your army painted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Juan Juarez Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/hgbd9b.jpg Just to point out, dudes, that it isn't a new scheme. If you gaze once more at the above picture I borrowed from our esteemed Brother, it is the Campaign "camo" choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaplain Hiltraud Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 It's not so much that i have trouble with the colours, just that they are time consuming and rather laborious. I have the problem of being obsessed with painting to the best of my ability on every mini as well as losing interest if it takes more than X hours to complete. I can attest to that!! :rolleyes: I've always loved the Howling Griffons and I think the night camo scheme looks great, a full company will look awesome...I am looking forward to seeing your painted models! Chaplain Hiltraud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulse Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 Just to point out, dudes, that it isn't a new scheme. If you gaze once more at the above picture I borrowed from our esteemed Brother, it is the Campaign "camo" choice. Indeed, i have eyes therefore i can read. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaplain belisarius Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 it just doesnt feel right...half the appeal of the HG is the bright colour scheme! :P thats just my opinion...if you like the camo scheme..go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Atheos Posted December 26, 2010 Author Share Posted December 26, 2010 it just doesnt feel right...half the appeal of the HG is the bright colour scheme! :P My biggest appeal is the character of the chapter. They have the vengeful/hunting agenda of the DA but instead of fallen it's WB and the DP Perlictor but at the same time if they hear a cry for help they drop everything and fly to the rescue a la Clark Kent/Superman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminatorinhell Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 IA 9 is next on my list, it must have some great fluff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaplain belisarius Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 i love their background too....welcome to the chapter! :P I like the knightly theme they have... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Atheos Posted December 26, 2010 Author Share Posted December 26, 2010 i love their background too....welcome to the chapter! :P I like the knightly theme they have... True, but there is a sinister side to them none the less. At the risk of pushing some controversial ideas, they are very much a chapter that thrives from the elimination of 'runts' from their homeworld(s). The feudal nature means that the weak and downtrodden will disappear and the most powerful will claim control over the forges etc. The chapters very own librarium scour the planets searching for low grade psykers and systematically wipes them out. They don't fight for humanity like the salamanders whose idea that 'every life is sacred' could arguably place them in a much more noble and knightly position. They fight for power, control and glory and should peace ever be seen in the galaxy i could very well see them becoming one of the more closely scrutinised chapters. After all, what use is a warrior without a war to fight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulse Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 They fight for power, control and glory That pretty much epitomises most Knights of the Medieval period, from about 1000 -1450s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Atheos Posted December 26, 2010 Author Share Posted December 26, 2010 They fight for power, control and glory That pretty much epitomises most Knights of the Medieval period, from about 1000 -1450s. Very true but most people consider knights to be good, merciful, and noble warriors due to their portrayals in various fantasy roles. Their motives may be grounded in these ideals but their execution is far from it. Anyway, with regards to the painting. I tried to highlight the black with shadow grey and a dash of SWG but if i'm honest i'm far from happy with not only the look of it but also how well i painted it, far too chunky and in your face for my tastes. The idea was that the blue will fit nicely with the red and yellow of the shoulder pads and wouldn't get lost with the white trims and veteran helmets. I think i'll start again and use codex http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/fezuk/WIPs/wip1hg.jpg I think that pretty much shows what i mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrannicide Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 Interesting project, as you don't see too many painting their Marines in alternate schemes. I'm particularly fond of that black 'Night World' armor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthgus Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Yeah I too am well impressed with the 'night world' armour look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the sanguinor Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 while i like the camo scheme i really feel the original scheme is what makes this chapter.. i just received some goodies from forgeworld for christmas and am restarting my own howling griffons soon. i may use this scheme on my vets tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generating Random Name... Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 i love their background too....welcome to the chapter! :) I like the knightly theme they have... True, but there is a sinister side to them none the less. At the risk of pushing some controversial ideas, they are very much a chapter that thrives from the elimination of 'runts' from their homeworld(s). The feudal nature means that the weak and downtrodden will disappear and the most powerful will claim control over the forges etc. The chapters very own librarium scour the planets searching for low grade psykers and systematically wipes them out. They don't fight for humanity like the salamanders whose idea that 'every life is sacred' could arguably place them in a much more noble and knightly position. They fight for power, control and glory and should peace ever be seen in the galaxy i could very well see them becoming one of the more closely scrutinised chapters. After all, what use is a warrior without a war to fight. Got a monty python flashback right here, just imagining lots of little Nocturnians walking around singing "Every sperm is sacred!" :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candleshoes Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 My biggest appeal is the character of the chapter. They have the vengeful/hunting agenda of the DA but instead of fallen it's WB and the DP Perlictor but at the same time if they hear a cry for help they drop everything and fly to the rescue a la Clark Kent/Superman. They killed Perlictor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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