Bolt Thrower Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Hi there, there seems to be no introduction section but it's rude to post stuff without a proper introduction. I got into the 40k universe way back in the age of strife (late 80s/early 90s) via Space crusade and Space Hulk then later through Necromunda. I always wanted to get into 40k but none of my mates did and there were no GW stores withing a 100 mile radius way back then and as I was only 12 I couldn't exactly jump in the car like I can now. I was always a fan of the Dark Angels even before their first codex came out so now that I have the time and the means of playing I'm building the army that I would have loved all those years ago. I've only played the game a few times and that was a long time ago so I'm as green as they come and I'll be relying on my local store ( I now have three GW stores in a 20 mile radius + half a dozen independents!) and club to initiate me into the game of 40k. So, so far I have the Assault on Black Reach box set. I've got them undercoated ready to paint. I have the DA veteran Serageant box and a few random bikes and very old metal miniatures which I may or may not be able to use. I haven't painted a mini since Necromunda came out so I'm a bit rusty but pleased with my results when I painted to completion one of my squad. I'll be looking to you guys to help me set up my army over the next few months as I'm a bit clueless as to the best loadout for things like my vet squad (still on the sprues!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ring-around-the-roses Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Welcome brother. The Lion shall rise again, redemption shall be ours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dremen Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Keep true to the Lions teachings brother and Victory shall be yours. You may be green (perfect armor color as a side note) but you have experiance on your side. You'll do the Lion proud. Dremen, Master of the 4th Company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillyfish Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Welcome to the Rock! I got into the hobby through a similar route, getting Space Crusade one Christmas and then opting for Epic and then 40K. Feel free to ask questions; there are lots of helpful and experienced gamers, painters and converters here. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Droma Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Welcome to the Dark Angels. Like Gillyfish said there are lots of helpful and experienced people on here. So you can get plenty of feedback on most subjects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Thrower Posted August 15, 2011 Author Share Posted August 15, 2011 Thanks for the welcome guys. I've been busy ruining my new terminator squad ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Kovash Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Welcome to the forums. Glad you chose to join us in the First Legion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azrael Turnbull Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Do you need help with those Termies? Is it the Bleached Bone that you're struggling with? There's a technique for everything; you just need to ask. =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Thrower Posted August 16, 2011 Author Share Posted August 16, 2011 I undercoated with a spray that was a little too matt and the wash layer didn't pool very well. Not a major biggy I'm just worried about losing some detail if I undercoat again. The colour I'm looking for is whiter than bleached bone, I fing it a little too wheaten these days. I'll probably just go bleached bone, heavy white highlights and sepia wash I think. I haven't painted for years so I'm still finding my feet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanhausen Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Welcome on board Brother! Personally, I'm a mini-spoiler, brush-waster... but as said above, some people around here are masters! As for the white armour pattern... don't worry if you have too much ink pooling. I suggest you get a test mini and give it some white (with a spot of brown) dry-brush to bring out the detail. It'll be easier for the eye to recognize the volumes :) Now that you have introduced yourself... we demand pictures! :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG42 Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Welcome to the Rock. Like the others have said there's always help and search through some of the WIP threads. Some of the fine painters have given some helpful tips in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Kovash Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 For your bone color, my suggestion would be 2:1 ratio of bleached bone and graveyard earth. I give them a sepia wash afterwards, but if you just highlight them they should look fine. A dheneb stone highlight should work with the bleached bone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Thrower Posted August 16, 2011 Author Share Posted August 16, 2011 Cheers, I'll bear that in mind. I hope to get some done later so I'll pop some pics up. Don't hold your breath though ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Immolator Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Ah those glory boys from the first company...They have a quirky colour scheme!My suggestion is army painter skeletal bone primer,undercoat with black,spray with this,touch up the details and done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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