Night Runner Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 HI, Merry Xmas And A happy New Year from a long lost brother! Here is a preview of a new Leman Russ Model from Kabuki Miniatures. LINK HERE Wish every one the best and many Victories with your Space Wolves next year. NR Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphus Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 Seems ok with one exception: where is his beard? Unless it states in the novels (that I haven't read) that he has one I think it's strange that he wouldn't. Literally every version I have EVER seen of Russ has him without one and it irks me a bit. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951574 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durfast Spiritwolf Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 So this model follows every visual reference of Russ done by GW in not having a beard (including the original Rogue Trader model, the sketch in the 2nd Ed codex, pictures in HH Collected Visons and the cover of Prospero Burns) and this irks you! It reminds me of the comment of a proud mum watching her son on parade, 'Look Dave, there's our Tom and he's the only one in step' :rolleyes: :lol: Still, it's an easiest enough task to make a beard out of green stuff or another putty if that's how you want to see Russ. Happy New Year down under, little brother ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo429 Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 Seem to think that Propsero burns has a beardless Russ. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphus Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I guess the main reason behind thinking he should have a beard is because of the Diablo 2 Expansion inside box art...ya know...he's holding a spear...and Spear of Russ blah blah blah. And it just seems odd that a chapter known for its beards has a beardless Primarch. Although to be honest I do recall early images of Space Wolves just looking like slightly more battle scared and crazy marines- and not many beards. Though I suppose the Wolves were less then Werewolf Vikings in Space all the way back in Rogue Trader. @ Durfast Spiritwolf and Simo429 Oh...well then *to self* "When the facts change I change my mind. What do you do sir?" :) So I guess I'm changing my mind! Happy New Year to you to Durfast! And that goes for everyone else as well! :wacko: :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951596 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skarvald the Troll-faced Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I can't wait for that model. Should be coming sometime in April judging by the rest of their scheduled Primarchs. My birthday is in April! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951607 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassill Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 Looks awesome! :wacko: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaveriK Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 concept art looks fantastic, lets just hope the model does also. I'd hate to have him look like an ugly statue like all those other 3rd party Russ like figures Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 Ooh, this intrigues me. It'd be nice to field him in a game with the Varangi lol Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerian Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I guess the main reason behind thinking he should have a beard is because of the Diablo 2 Expansion inside box art...ya know...he's holding a spear...and Spear of Russ blah blah blah. What does Diablo II have to do with Leman Russ? Or even 40K, for that matter? Valerian Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951843 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphus Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I guess the main reason behind thinking he should have a beard is because of the Diablo 2 Expansion inside box art...ya know...he's holding a spear...and Spear of Russ blah blah blah. What does Diablo II have to do with Leman Russ? Or even 40K, for that matter? Valerian I had never seen a picture of Russ so (as you do) you make up what you think they might look like and that was a pretty good base to start of at in my opinion. What it has to do with 40k? Nothing, I'm just giving my reasons behind why I pictured Russ with a beard. ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951848 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaveriK Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I had never seen a picture of Russ so (as you do) you make up what you think they might look like and that was a pretty good base to start of at in my opinion. What it has to do with 40k? Nothing, I'm just giving my reasons behind why I pictured Russ with a beard. ;) I was a little shocked when I read that... but then again, maybe wolves wasn't your first army?! that and I'm old school rouge trader, 2nd edition SW codex player. So knowing what the Wolf King looked like was pretty much engraved in my brain since day one. Does Ragnar Blackmane not having a beard bother you also? just wondering... also on a side note. Wolf Blades on Terra are well groomed, so having a wolf with a beard or without doesn't really say he's a SW. What matters is, the blood of Fenris flows in their veins as does the gene seed of our Primarch. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951860 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wysten Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I imagine those guys would be very rough, with stubble and what not, but not having a full beard as they are also practical people. After all, who hasn't gotten hair stuck in clothing at least one time? A beard makes the space of the helmet seem a lot smaller then it is. XD Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951924 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassill Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I imagine those guys would be very rough, with stubble and what not, but not having a full beard as they are also practical people. After all, who hasn't gotten hair stuck in clothing at least one time? A beard makes the space of the helmet seem a lot smaller then it is. XD That's why we dont wear helmets! So we can display our beards lad, our BEARDS! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2951992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphus Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I was a little shocked when I read that... but then again, maybe wolves wasn't your first army?! Correct. It was Tau Empire. that and I'm old school rouge trader, 2nd edition SW codex player. So knowing what the Wolf King looked like was pretty much engraved in my brain since day one. Does Ragnar Blackmane not having a beard bother you also? just wondering... also on a side note. I haven't been around that long so yeah... Wolf Blades on Terra are well groomed, so having a wolf with a beard or without doesn't really say he's a SW. What matters is, the blood of Fenris flows in their veins as does the gene seed of our Primarch.Wolf Blades on Terra are well groomed, so having a wolf with a beard or without doesn't really say he's a SW. What matters is, the blood of Fenris flows in their veins as does the gene seed of our Primarch. Good point. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952004 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wysten Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I imagine those guys would be very rough, with stubble and what not, but not having a full beard as they are also practical people. After all, who hasn't gotten hair stuck in clothing at least one time? A beard makes the space of the helmet seem a lot smaller then it is. XD That's why we dont wear helmets! So we can display our beards lad, our BEARDS! And get shot in the face. Thats why most of my Grey Hunters keep their helmets on and the blood claws have a high attrition rate. XD In all seriousness though, thats why I think it's so. Real men like Russ recongise that their real beard comes from within! That if your close enough to see the stubble, boy those Xeros are in trouble. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952115 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Araith Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 There's also a lot of artwork of Space Wolves with sideburns and long manes. Where big bristling beards look good barbarian-like, I often find that these sideburns and long manes give a much more feral look. I like it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952197 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeaponAdept Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 He's far too handsome and doesn't have a beard. I always thought that Logan Grimnar was a GW sculptors surrogate Russ model. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonSTeR Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 He's far too handsome and doesn't have a beard. I always thought that Logan Grimnar was a GW sculptors surrogate Russ model. Of course he's handsome, he's one of us and as detailed above... Russ didn't have a beard :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952268 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zynk Kaladin Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 "Its not the beard on the outside that counts, but the beard on the inside." Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952290 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I can't wait to see the final model with the wolves as well. I am actually putting aside money for when this is released and stalking their facebook page as well as the site. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952294 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassill Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I can't wait to see the final model with the wolves as well. I am actually putting aside money for when this is released and stalking their facebook page as well as the site. Then I expect you to be the first to share with us when it releases! ;) :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952312 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I can't wait to see the final model with the wolves as well. I am actually putting aside money for when this is released and stalking their facebook page as well as the site. Then I expect you to be the first to share with us when it releases! ;) ;) Fine, he probably won't be painted for years :) Might buy two and get one commission painted lol. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2952315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulf Vengis Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 He's far too handsome and doesn't have a beard. I always thought that Logan Grimnar was a GW sculptors surrogate Russ model. Actually GW released a model for Russ long ago. Im painting as part of my oath (currently on pause for lack of batteries and personal reasons). Otherwise the Ragnar model is the current stand in for Russ, as his original design was practically identical and the studio originally painted him more like Russ back in 2nd ed, than the Ragnar we know now. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2953355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durfast Spiritwolf Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Aside from the beard or not to beard debate - I think that this model is too static and boring. Advancing with murderous intent would be better :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/244158-new-leman-russ-model/#findComment-2956598 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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