Wolf Lord Duregar Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 I love that Nurgle-raven, it looks real nice on a base of its own.. Hard to get it now though but you might get lucky if there´s a club around and some git plays Nurgle for WHFB? But that owl somebody above had looks nice too.. Too bad GW don´t sell bitz anymore.. ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2903135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfebane Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 I agree with an Owl, they remind me more of the woods and wolves than a raven does giant owl The raven isn't meant to tie into wolves and woods.. atleast not in the literal sense. The raven, in regard to Space Wolves, is a hint at Norse mythology which GW base the lore, aesthetics, and structure around. That's why in the past, the Chooser had always been a psyber-raven and why Njal is represented with one. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2903214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIDM Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I agree with an Owl, they remind me more of the woods and wolves than a raven does giant owl The raven isn't meant to tie into wolves and woods.. atleast not in the literal sense. The raven, in regard to Space Wolves, is a hint at Norse mythology which GW base the lore, aesthetics, and structure around. That's why in the past, the Chooser had always been a psyber-raven and why Njal is represented with one. he was looking for something else, so I said owl theyhint at everything, so IMO an owl fits more with a wolf theme than a raven. its not my fault GW picked the wrong brid, IMO that is. ; ) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2903476 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezeriel Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I use the razorwings from the DE range and they work well but I remember someone suggesting some wolf models as a chooser. Think they posted this as what they were looking at. spirit wolf Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2904265 Share on other sites More sharing options...
red_starrise Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Good point, Bjorn, I totally forgot til now... if you look at the horrorclix range you'll find a dire wolf that's molded in clear plastic, sort of like a spirit or apparition. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2904286 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Crazywolf Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 Thanks for the input brothers. I will have to look more into the reaper mini ranges. The khador model might have some potential. Again I am looking for the warrior maiden / valkyre theme at the moment. The spirit wolves suggested sound and look like a bit of fun to work with as well. The problem being if I run Fen wolves later on with Lone wolves I might get a bit hung up or at least my opponent might. I have been looking in the stock GW fantasy line as well. The search continues. Thanks again. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2904426 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaveriK Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 might help.. www.bolterandchainsword.com/index.php?showtopic=222568 www.bolterandchainsword.com/index.php?showtopic=225794 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2906498 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodfist1 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I converted and used a Inquisitor Coteaz for my rune priest ... he has that really great looking fur mantle and i love his hammer. then i cut the awesome 2 headed eagle off his arm and magnetized it, so it can be on his arm and or on the magnetized 25mm base ( RB states chooser marker cant be bigger than the RP, base included) I don't have pics as I'm at work ATM but when i get a chance ill post pics. also it was fun and easy converting him... i added a "wolf head" helmeted head a wolf tail talisman hanging off the handle of his hammer and a few other bits to give him a Wolfy vibe. and i get compliments on him almost every time i put him on the table :) im using 3 different models for my 3 rune priests to give them the individualistic look that i so love about the space wolves when modeling them, each guy can have a cool stand alone looking model and fit in great with the army still. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2907731 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerian Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 This thread reminds me, I really, really, need to get off of my butt and build a real Chooser model, so I will no longer be using my "Gretchin of the Slain" (i.e. Gretchin spotter for Big Gunz with the telescope). Valerian Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2907739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arez Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I converted and used a Inquisitor Coteaz for my rune priest ... he has that really great looking fur mantle and i love his hammer. then i cut the awesome 2 headed eagle off his arm and magnetized it, so it can be on his arm and or on the magnetized 25mm base ( RB states chooser marker cant be bigger than the RP, base included) I don't have pics as I'm at work ATM but when i get a chance ill post pics. also it was fun and easy converting him... i added a "wolf head" helmeted head a wolf tail talisman hanging off the handle of his hammer and a few other bits to give him a Wolfy vibe. and i get compliments on him almost every time i put him on the table ;) im using 3 different models for my 3 rune priests to give them the individualistic look that i so love about the space wolves when modeling them, each guy can have a cool stand alone looking model and fit in great with the army still. Sort of did the same thing.I cut off all the =I= on him and replaced the =I= amulet with a wolf skull.Then i put a Storm bolter on the side where the eagle goes.the eagle i put on a base and cut a couple sprues to make them look like boulders and painted the arm that has the eagle to look like a boulder. @Valerian use could use that gretchin as servitor if you use Iron Priests at all Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2907906 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Mjollner Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Made this guy from the wood elf dryad box. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2908110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfebane Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Nice, convincing tree! I like it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2908127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerian Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 @Valerian use could use that gretchin as servitor if you use Iron Priests at all Well, the gretchin has a home in my rather large Ork army; I've just been using him as my Chooser since a) he is easily distinguished from any other models in my Space Wolves army, b) he has the telescope to denote his "spotting" for my Rune Priest, and c) I haven't bothered to make a real Chooser model yet. I use my Iron Priest model as a counts-as Wolf Guard with Thunder Hammer who is a part of my retinue for Ragnar. I love the model, and he looks great, but after two decades of attempts, the designers still haven't figured out how to make good rules for Iron Priests and Techmarines. Valerian Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2908524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakd9 Posted October 26, 2011 Share Posted October 26, 2011 I took the owl from the wood elves sprue, mounted it on a banner from the SW sprue and gkued it to a base, simple and effective. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2909275 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Crazywolf Posted October 26, 2011 Author Share Posted October 26, 2011 @Val: damned near spit my drink out at the Grot sniper. That is a unique and amusing idea. Making arrangements to raid my friend's bit box in trade. Maybe see what he has in his fantasy stuff. I will also be looking at getting some of the DE razorwings as well. I will let everyone know what I find / do. Keep the ideas coming. Thanks. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2909285 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Mjollner Posted October 26, 2011 Share Posted October 26, 2011 So's here's my two Chooser's of The Slain. Took the pics last night, then added a little more sand and basecoated them this morning. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2909802 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfebane Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I LOVE these! Are the trees just Grey Stuff over wires? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2909933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Mjollner Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I LOVE these! Are the trees just Grey Stuff over wires? The bases are from Secret Weapon Miniatures Everything on the bases is from the Dryad box except for the raven which is from the empire general box. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2909940 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearingtheword Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I picked up a Reaper miniatures raven from their "animals" line. If I can find a pic and a link I'll be sure to post it. It's small enough that you can put it on a shoulder, a tree, or on a base by itself.... Just a thought unless you're wanting/needing to go with a GW product.... ~BtW Found it...It's part of a larger pack of animal "familiars" Ebay posting link: http://cgi.ebay.com/Reaper-02969-Familiar-...S:B:SRCH:US:102 Hope it helps... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2910024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Crazywolf Posted October 27, 2011 Author Share Posted October 27, 2011 I picked up a Reaper miniatures raven from their "animals" line. If I can find a pic and a link I'll be sure to post it. It's small enough that you can put it on a shoulder, a tree, or on a base by itself.... Just a thought unless you're wanting/needing to go with a GW product.... ~BtW Not hung up on the GW products. Don't plan on playing the tourney circuit or anywhere else that would have issue with non GW models. Mostly friendly stuff. I have been looking at Reaper and the like, but have no flaming clue as to where to start looking. Thanks for the direction. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2910028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schertenleib Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 I picked up a Reaper miniatures raven from their "animals" line. If I can find a pic and a link I'll be sure to post it. It's small enough that you can put it on a shoulder, a tree, or on a base by itself.... Just a thought unless you're wanting/needing to go with a GW product.... ~BtW Not hung up on the GW products. Don't plan on playing the tourney circuit or anywhere else that would have issue with non GW models. Mostly friendly stuff. I have been looking at Reaper and the like, but have no flaming clue as to where to start looking. Thanks for the direction. Here's a great idea for Chooser of the Slain. http://images.frpgames.com/products/product_74680.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2921643 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Crazywolf Posted November 12, 2011 Author Share Posted November 12, 2011 I like the look of that eagle. Too bad it seems like it is pre order right now. At least in some places. Didn't check frp though. Hmm... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2922193 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spartanhwt88 Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 I am currently using one of the Dark Eldar Slaves as my chooser http://www.games-workshop.com/gws/catalog/...dId=prod1110275 But, I am thinking of converting it. I'm thinking of taking the wings from the Razorwings and mounting them on to the back turning it into a Valkyrie, the true chooser of the slain in Norse Mythology. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2925891 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamwulf Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 I use these guys from the Dark Eldar range: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v58/Tamwulf/RazorwingFlock.jpg I basically get three models placed on three 30mm bases for Chooser of the Slain. If ya don't like these guys, try... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v58/Tamwulf/old-witch-of-khador-and-scrapjack.png If you look at the top of the warjack, you'll see two crows. Those are separate bits, and they are available at the Privateer Press bits store for $0.50/each. Here is the link: PP Crows. If that violates board policy, then please edit it. You'll find them at the PP homepage-->Store-->Parts-->Warmachine-->Khador-->Warcasters-->page 4. Crows/ravens are a little more fluffy then an owl, as the Space Wolves take a lot of stuff from Scandinavian Norse myths, and ravens figure very prominently in that mythos. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2925956 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacefrisian Posted November 18, 2011 Share Posted November 18, 2011 Sugestions: -Menoth wracks from PP come with 3 birds -Most Bretonnian kits have a bird Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/240171-chooser-suggestions/page/2/#findComment-2926414 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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