NightHunters Posted February 21, 2012 Author Share Posted February 21, 2012 Sh0sen: Cheers Frater, thank the Emperor I didn't have to make them, they are from an Italeri 1:35 scale kit (modern Battlefield accesories or similar) but they just happen tro be the perfect size! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-2997460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Angman Posted February 21, 2012 Share Posted February 21, 2012 First of all, really awesome stuff, been watching for a while Secondly, scout bikes are pretty much the same size, same length/height etc. The only differences really are they only have the one exhaust pipe as opposed to the two (per side obv) on the SM bike, the front mud guard is smaller & the faring is less unsubstantial (An the bolters look 10x better!) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-2997533 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhoolda Posted February 21, 2012 Share Posted February 21, 2012 I'm soooo going to use your SAW bolter conversion. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-2997777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted February 21, 2012 Author Share Posted February 21, 2012 Marshal Angman: Cheers brother, thanks for the input, had a look at some and then I saw yours and like those better! Zhoolda: Doo it bother, doo it! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-2997920 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 Good evening all, Right, been a while, sorry about that, but have been working on the crane/lifting arm on the Tusker. Currently still in its infancy but pretty happy, at a loss as to what to add to the bottom as a grabby thingy but sure something will come to me..... I hope! Cheers all, NightHunter out FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3002942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spazzola Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 As a person who can barely apply an even coat of paint, this thread serves as an inspiration of astounding heights. From the impeccable paint jobs in the first few pages to the endless conversions leading to this very page, I am honestly at a loss for adequate words. Not only have and will the pictures you post enthuse me to put in the effort and improve, they also show that such quality can be attained. Thank you and I know I'm not the only one who is looking forward to your future posts. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3003084 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Captain Josef Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Can't believe I have only just found this. Your work is absolutely fantastic. I love the scout sitting on the top of the tank, just adds so much pragmatic realism to everything. Totally blown away! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3007251 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AridMonk Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Currently still in its infancy but pretty happy, at a loss as to what to add to the bottom as a grabby thingy but sure something will come to me..... I hope! Why not use a sentinal foot, but with the toes clipped and then reattached to make a claw? The socket would fit perfectly and it would mean that you werent wasting anything!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3007259 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 (edited) Spazzola: Christ chap that is far, far too kind, but delighted that my work inspires and most of it really looks far more complex than it is :D But at the end of the day I have been at this since good old RTB01 and there is no substitute for practice, lots of it and a really big bitz box! Thanks again Brother! Brother Captain Josef: Thanks brother, always trying to keep it real! AridMonk: Long time Brother, as luck would have it, had a similar idea yesterday: Also been working on some armourers for the Bikes and Tusker: Basically the Night Hunters do not use Servitors (Long story) so these guys are the Techmarine's bods! Cheers all FTE Edited March 4, 2012 by NightHunters Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3007350 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio Silvernale Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 That is more a mini-diorama than a piece for playing with =D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3007383 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 6, 2012 Author Share Posted March 6, 2012 Quite right there Frater, it will indeed end up as quite a large diorama, 3-4 more bikes, the Sabre Tank Hunter, Razorback, resupply trailer for the Tusker, point defence squad and that's about it. Still trying to work out how to build two exo-armoury-lifting unit thingys for 2 armourers who will be loading rounds into the back of the Sabre,but those are not going so well, at all! If anybody has any ideas on those, that would be super! Cheers all, FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3009200 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melekharn Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 Quite right there Frater, it will indeed end up as quite a large diorama, 3-4 more bikes, the Sabre Tank Hunter, Razorback, resupply trailer for the Tusker, point defence squad and that's about it. Still trying to work out how to build two exo-armoury-lifting unit thingys for 2 armourers who will be loading rounds into the back of the Sabre,but those are not going so well, at all! If anybody has any ideas on those, that would be super! Cheers all, FTE One of the better exo-skeleton converions I've seen was over on DakkaDakka - they basically used an ork body as a basis, and built the armour around it. Perhaps use a similar concept to create the lifter from Aliens/Walker suit from Avatar etc. Build around the pilot as opposed to building for a pilot. Great model you have there. I don't doubt in the slightest you'll be able to put together your exo-suit given your current progress. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3009202 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jokaero weaponsmith Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 (edited) Seen these scout harnesses with your skills you should be up for the challenge. If thats what you had in mind Edited March 6, 2012 by jokaero weaponsmith Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3009205 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 6, 2012 Author Share Posted March 6, 2012 jokaero weaponsmith: BINGO! That is indeed the Badger mate, thanks very much indeed for that, top man! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3009222 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 11, 2012 Author Share Posted March 11, 2012 Ok, no update on the Scout harness yet, but slung some paint on the Sabre Not much, but the first tim I picked up a paint brush since December! Ta all! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3013274 Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandmaster lisander Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 This is amazing work!!!!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3013928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 13, 2012 Author Share Posted March 13, 2012 grandmaster lisander: Thanks Brother, looking to get the rest of the base colours blocked in this evening so hopefully an update later on. Cheers all! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3014986 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Wow. It's been longer than it should have been since I last checked in on this thread and I must say that mobile garage is great! Love the work on, well, all of it. I really should pop in more often. ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3014991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 13, 2012 Author Share Posted March 13, 2012 Olisredan: Thanks brother but to be fair progress is generally slooow so reckon your timing i probably good! But as promised base colours blocked in, ready for high lights, weathering and washes and repeat, always repeat. More soon! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3015272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 That Tusker is epic, man. God, I wish you were on this side of the world, I'd love to play an Apoc game against you and your crazy-ass army, lol. Can't wait to see what else you come up with! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3015311 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 15, 2012 Author Share Posted March 15, 2012 1000heathens: Thanks indeed Brother!, tell you what, you pay for the Flights and Transport and I will be delighted to escort the might of the Night Hunters over the big pond! :) Always wanted to go to Alaska, baring the Mosquito's a stunning place! FTE Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3016593 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vissah Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Really nice mate loving the portable bike fix station :sick: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3017178 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorns Padawan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I have been meaning to comment for a couple of days now. Your conversions are ace! I have most if not all the parts that you have used but where I lack is the creative part! That winch system is rad & the ramps for the attack bikes are a nice touch too. Your paint scheme, I don't know how long it must take but is soooo dang awesome. One fine fine super fine looking unit you got there mate! Keep up the great work dude :cuss Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3017253 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doghouse Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Seriously fantastic stuff. Loving the detail on the rhino and the sabre especially, the positioning of the sabre crewman and the scout really does capture the moment. Keep at it mate, this is going to be a good one. ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3017406 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHunters Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 (edited) Good evening all! Vissah: Cheers chap! Dorns padawan: Very kind mate, regards the ideas, I blame a misspent youth buried in history and WW2/military reference books, some of the designs that have been dreamt up in the past are totally nuts, so perfect as base ideas for 40k but the key is a large bits box and trial and error, lots of error, before a design finally comes together! Regards the paint, yeah, some days the hexagons go on really even, easy and quick and on others they, er, don't. On those days it's advisable to step away from the painting table to avoid rage issues! Doghouse: Thanks Doghouse, really trying the push myself with these so great to here that the details are being noticed! Regards the Sabre crew, came out far better than I had expected, am really happy with them, just have to hope I don't screw up the paint! On to the weekends work, pretty happy with the progress: Trying to get a shot of the weathering but not really coming out well But really pleased with the weathering on the metallics of the weapons: That is all for today, c&c always welcome FTE Edited March 18, 2012 by NightHunters Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/220620-night-hunters-wip-pic-heavy/page/9/#findComment-3019014 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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