Descendant of Dante Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 So I purchased the Sanguinary Guard and Command Squad kits last week. My original intention was to build up a unit of Honour Guard but, after seeing all the shiney new bits I am not so sure. I also have a bunch of DC bits including a few torso's, two sets of legs, and all five jump packs. And I have three Hvy bolters and Lascannon bits, a slough of assualt arms and Tac bits as well. What to do? What to do? I am currently leaning towards building up Sang guard as is and a Jump Priest, and a five man Dev squad. though I keep going back to an Honour Guard build every other hour or so. Help me with a decision. My current army style is Hybrid so any set up is a viable option. I prefer to build all-comer lists as I play Tourneys and walk in games mostly. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
1Drop Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 You could make a decent HG as you have a couple of options for the bearer plus you can make the novitiate from the command squad apothecary bits. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740234 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gv0zD Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I am currently leaning towards building up Sang guard as is and a Jump Priest, and a five man Dev squad. I'd say that's a good idea. Although I know that many people use SG bits to make HG, I have certain issues with it. Fluff-wise, HG are seconded from regular marines or sometimes Vets (being a member of Honor Guard is to get 'pre-promotion' to the 1st Company), so their are not likely to wear artificer armor or some ornate stuff. So I'd say keep them simple. And a squad of Sang Guard is a nice addition to your army. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Descendant of Dante Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Fluff-wise, HG are seconded from regular marines or sometimes Vets (being a member of Honor Guard is to get 'pre-promotion' to the 1st Company), so their are not likely to wear artificer armor or some ornate stuff. That is what I started thinking after I opened the kit. Looking at all the blades, arms, and masks and realizing that there was gonna be so much from this kit that I would not be using, what a waste. Never been that fond of the winged packs though. Any other thoughts? edit; So that leaves me with 8 sets of legs(counting 2 DC). A Sang Priest with jump pack is definately in order. Or perhaps I should build an Honour gaurd as well, or Vets? Devs? Combat squad? Aaaaaaaaaaaaagh!!!! Back to my army book... plod---plod---plod Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740605 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Losfer Werds Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 A sang priest is always a great addition to any army. Especially if you can get the narthecium arm from the command squad. And if you plan on making it with a jump pack the wings look great in the SP colors. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucumon Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 Magnets. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Descendant of Dante Posted April 29, 2011 Author Share Posted April 29, 2011 A sang priest is always a great addition to any army. Especially if you can get the narthecium arm from the command squad. And if you plan on making it with a jump pack the wings look great in the SP colors. That takes me back to square one then (or rather, back to post 1). If I build the Sang Gaurd there will be no wings for any one else and I do have the command squad sprues as well. Thanks Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2740657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Nathan Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 go for all options! saguard and a command squa built in such a wy that it can be used as diffeent things depending on your mood... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2741152 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Descendant of Dante Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 Looks as though my lil dilemna has been resolved... I got my hands on 4 Sang guard models yesterday with the wings and some arms missing for 5 dollars. Sweeeeeeeet!!!! Now I've got the 4 Sang Guard models, unbuilt Sang Guard on sprues, and command squad sprues. I'll be able to put together a complete Sang Guard squad, an Honour squad using the left over bits w/ DC jumppacks, and a 5 man Dev Squad without regrets. New problem now though... The 4 sang guard models were painted shining gold, baal wash, then coated with shoe varnish for a glossy effect before they were dismembered. Should I just primer over them(as the detail is still very good)? Or is there a way of stripping the models without great effort? Cheers Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2743917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seva Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Looks as though my lil dilemna has been resolved... I got my hands on 4 Sang guard models yesterday with the wings and some arms missing for 5 dollars. Sweeeeeeeet!!!! Now I've got the 4 Sang Guard models, unbuilt Sang Guard on sprues, and command squad sprues. I'll be able to put together a complete Sang Guard squad, an Honour squad using the left over bits w/ DC jumppacks, and a 5 man Dev Squad without regrets. New problem now though... The 4 sang guard models were painted shining gold, baal wash, then coated with shoe varnish for a glossy effect before they were dismembered. Should I just primer over them(as the detail is still very good)? Or is there a way of stripping the models without great effort? Cheers First off nice work on the purchase! What a steal. I would give them a long bath in some simple green. Be patient, I would for certain try and get as much off as possible before painting. Good luck! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/228606-model-build-indecision/#findComment-2743925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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