Blackadder Posted September 16, 2013 Author Share Posted September 16, 2013 Sorry to have been so long in responding but it's been a busy month for me getting the kids off to college and visiting my mum in Florida. I also have been trying to design a Lucius retro-fit for a Mars Reaver which has monopolized a lot of my building time. But I haven't forgotten this thread and am now acknowledging the above posted request. Unfortunately I have no Russes at hand and my son has none in presentable form and what he does have is 1500 KM away but I hope Baneblades and a Warhound will suffice plus there is a little guy in the foreground for a man sized comparison. http://i.imgur.com/VHbayam.jpg http://i.imgur.com/VHbayaml.jpg The four models in the first image are the result of about 5 years of scratch building starting with the converted Armourcast Baneblade in the front right. This was my first attempt at working with styrene upgrading the model to conform to the Forge World style Baneblade You can still see the Armourcast treads which I left the same because at the time I deemed to too difficult to manufacture treads and bogie wheels. The left foreground tank is a total scratch build except for some GW bitz and cast Baneblade treads and bogies. This was my second scratch build and my second favorite tank model. Lucie the Warhound is my pride and joy and required almost two years to build. She is a total scratchbuild except for the two skulls on the cheeks and the rubber conduits on the neck. Also there are banners on the knee joints and when I remount it there will be a battle banner hanging from the waist. Lucie is beginning to show a bit of wear and will need some refurbishing soon. She needs more lead weight in the rear to counterbalance the guns and the knee joints need new wooden dowels so she can maintain the poses. Right now she is standing on her own but in what I call her "Cute Puppy" pose. I have yet to replace the Velcro attachment material with magnets; I hope to be doing that this coming Winter. Of course the Warlord needs no introduction, I still haven't decided on a colour scheme for 'Luteus Vexant' but he will definitely not have a yellow head even if I choose 'War Griffins as the Chapter colours. http://i.imgur.com/RDhWmf5.jpg http://i.imgur.com/RDhWmf5l.jpg This next photo show comparison between the Warhound and the Thunderhawk although they will probably not be used in the same game. Note Lucie's Battle Banner on the ground............... that needs to be reattached with chain links, glue does hold well . More images to follow...................... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3464557 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 In the following image a view of the top detail of the smaller models. I am particularly proud of the Baneblade's 'Demolisher' cannon which was built of dozens of separate parts and at that time taxed my scratch building abilities to the limit. http://i.imgur.com/E2HIuQz.jpg http://i.imgur.com/E2HIuQzl.jpg Another thing that I was pleased with was the hand made nuts on the front bumpers. I look back at that effort and have to laugh at myself having learned so much since then. Next we have a low angle view of the Warlord and I notice I still haven't mounted the search lights and flying greave panels. which I had plans to have working lights the wiring can be seen already installed. The white object near the left foot of the Warlord is the catwalk that fits under the carapace http://i.imgur.com/lG0mmI9.jpg http://i.imgur.com/lG0mmI9l.jpg So many things to do still on this model and I have to redesign the Holo- Command deck display. I hope to have more time this winter. Here we have a better view of Lucie with her head turned in a quizzical pose demonstrating the flexibility of the neck joint which I hope to duplicate on the Reaver project with a more sophisticated mechanism. http://i.imgur.com/XrqDqUE.jpg http://i.imgur.com/XrqDqUEl.jpg More to come.............. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3465274 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Even the plugs look shocked!! Is that Thunderhawk to scale? Didn't realise they were that large... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3465335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 I based my Thunderhawk on the more airworthy appearing 'Deviant Art' 3D model which measures 26 inches long, not the FW model which is only 19.5 inches long. I rationalize mine as a 'stretch' version just as the Boeing 727-200 series is about 20 feet longer than the -100 series which coincidentally the Thunderhawks respectively approximate in size. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3465588 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 A nice low angle view of the breast detail of 'Luteus' showing yet another area that needs to be finished; the underside of the waist block http://i.imgur.com/Y9Gl2B6.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Y9Gl2B6l.jpg I have to get my a** in gear and get busy on these models :D I also have to make trunnion end caps for the laser cannons. Another view of the relative size of a Warhound (50 feet or 15 meters tall) compared to a Warlord Titan which I scale at (165 feet, 50 meters) and this model is relatively small compared to many other Warlords I've seen on the Internet. http://i.imgur.com/Qph2u6R.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Qph2u6Rl.jpg Next a birds eye view of the Warlord unfortunately out of focus. http://i.imgur.com/IyEmrdm.jpg http://i.imgur.com/IyEmrdm.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3465640 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 I'm loving these new angle shots, just says "come and get some, xeno" :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3465794 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LtSwifty Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 The workmanship on this is pretty staggering. I do have one critique however, and i think it may be part of the reason it looks a little underwhelming from the front. In this image: http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y139/pathwinder14/WIP/Warlord/Warlord_depth.jpg The shoulder bit underneath the guns are sloped inwards. Your one has shoulders like this \ .| And that makes the view from the front look a little flat. Your one obviously looks amazing as is, but i think that sloping and extending the shoulders forward past the front of the chest would give it a much more intimidating profile. Whether this is possible with how they are constructed i have no idea, but i just thought i'd chime in with some CC. Keep up the great work anywho, really inspiring. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3466035 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeaky Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 I love the detailing its wonderful how much attention you have paid to each area considering the vastness of the titan it self does he still need work or will paint be on the horizon? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3466036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 Regarding the shoulders if I understand you correctly is that on the static epic figure the guns do not have to move so the arms are cast angled forward and the elbows at an acute angle. Thats fine until the arms are moved and then they conflict with the carapace skirt. I tried that initially and found the sculptor exercised artist license which doesn't work in the real world or the 'real world' of 40K. I based my model on the Dave Smith Titan which has vertical arm stanchions. Luteus still needs a bit of detailing and of course the exterior lighting. Most of the interior work can be accomplished after the exterior is done as the interior rooms and parts are removable for work. Aside from needing another coat the painting is done. What is needed now is finely divided metal powder and graphite powder, then a wash of India ink. Some highlighting for the layered armour and then I'll see where to go from there. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3466092 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 19, 2013 Author Share Posted September 19, 2013 Could this be used as a Princep? Once again I am forced to demonstrate my ignorance; I have in my possession a figure hardwired into the fabric of a Reaver Could this be a Princep or failing that would it serve as a Princep in a Warlord? If so, THEN all things come to he who waits! http://www.dakkadakka.com/s/i/at/at2/2013/9/19/3ff61300b5c2e5a344afdcc22a500bf0_6825.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3468076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argun Posted September 19, 2013 Share Posted September 19, 2013 IIRC, that is the servitor for the Reaver's carapace weapon. With a bit of cutting and modeling, I bet he'd make a good Princeps in an amniotic tank! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3468081 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyall Posted September 19, 2013 Share Posted September 19, 2013 This is breathtaking. Good god... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3468142 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted September 19, 2013 Author Share Posted September 19, 2013 IIRC, that is the servitor for the Reaver's carapace weapon. With a bit of cutting and modeling, I bet he'd make a good Princeps in an amniotic tank! Thanks for the quick replies and the info. I would be making some sort of tank for it and perhaps some LED lit gel for a SF effect (shades of IL&M) but the figure would look good in the cockpit of the Warlord and save me a lot of time searching for a viable candidate. Hey, no one said the job would be easy just be thankful you're not a level 2 Guild Navigator in "DUNE" http://www.moviepilot.de/files/images/0005/4107/54107_article.jpeg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3468175 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 I've put the Warlord on hold while I bring these Reavers up to speed. I needed a break from it before I start painting. I accomplished my goal of completing the model and priming it in 18 months I can rationalize a wee vacation. I still have the lighting and interior to do and for the past week I've had an itch to resume work on it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3487104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted November 29, 2013 Author Share Posted November 29, 2013 While I am at it painting the Tyranids I think it might be a good time to paint as well Luteus Vexant. I have found an interesting tutorial on painting and weathering machinery: but where he is painting a few square inches of model I shall be painting several square feet perhaps a square yard.I also think he went a bit overboard at the end of the clip but that may have been all that beer thinner. Anyway despite all protestations I have settled on the Dave Smith Camo for my colour scheme but to distinguish mine from his I shall designate my unit as 007. How many Warlord titans are in a company?Also I found an interesting photoshop of a Titan assembly plant you may enjoy. http://i.imgur.com/YYMVG9x.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/YYMVG9xl.jpgI might manipulate Luteus into the scene. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3533875 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathspectersgt7 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Isn't that the new hasbro plant? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3534027 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted December 1, 2013 Author Share Posted December 1, 2013 http://i.imgur.com/9hgCZ4A.jpg http://i.imgur.com/9hgCZ4Al.jpg A German Cruise ship factory: http://www.meretmarine.com/fr/content/meyer-werft-le-paquebot-celebrity-solstice-sera-livre-en-avance http://www.meretmarine.com/objets/11600.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3534883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
helterskelter Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 You are just a smidge on the side of talented and I bow to your image manipulation mastery Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3534905 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperorOfMankind Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Holy crap I've just seen this thread! MOAR updates I say! Absolutely dumbfounded here Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3576251 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted March 4, 2014 Author Share Posted March 4, 2014 Granted............ Time For a Change: On thing that has always bothered me about the Weapons of the Warlord is the mount stanchion. While perfectly adequate to support the weight and moment of the arm it always looked a bit undersized for such a large weapon. http://i.imgur.com/m86KKM4.jpg http://i.imgur.com/m86KKM4l.jpg http://i.imgur.com/erUw6qk.jpg http://i.imgur.com/erUw6qkl.jpg This modification will remedy the anomaly. http://i.imgur.com/4B5Itt9.jpg http://i.imgur.com/4B5Itt9l.jpg After a search I have found the big brother of the 1/2 inch conduit sleeve I used on the initial arm; a one inch conduit adjustable connector that seems more in keeping with the size requirements the Warlord scale requires. http://i.imgur.com/AB6TSqM.jpg http://i.imgur.com/AB6TSqMl.jpg Note the new sleeve has more than four times the mass of the previous arm and I think will be more in keeping with the mount one would assume proper for a Lucius Titan. In the following days I shall be replacing the original sleeve with what I hope will improve the look of the shoulder mount. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3608719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassWave Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Guys, that image of a "Titan assembly plant" is just a still image from a scene in the film "Pacific Rim". Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3608897 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Huzzah, another update! It is a real pleasure to watch your project progress Blackadder :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3609141 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickSix Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 You have to truly love model making to expend the time you have on these amazing pieces. I have not the skill nor the patience. I'd rather just buy them. Still in awe of you work. Can't wait to see the Warlord painted. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3609365 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 I'd rather buy them as well but where can you buy a Warlord? And where am I going to get $20,000.00 dollars to pay for it? Adeptus Mechanicus Altar: I suddenly have an urge to work on the interior of the Warlord. Last night I had an inspiration how to arrange the Tech-priest altar in the command deck area so we'll start with a refresher regarding the interior compartments of Luteus Vexant. Access to the interior if you're taller than 28 MM is through the rear access panel which is held in place with 4 screws. http://i.imgur.com/mjwWL8N.jpg http://i.imgur.com/mjwWL8Nl.jpg Removing the screws gains access to the Command deck and Cockpit. http://i.imgur.com/oE0Yl3q.jpg http://i.imgur.com/oE0Yl3ql.jpg Below that is the Reactor room/Engineering. http://i.imgur.com/KQWmGj6.jpg http://i.imgur.com/KQWmGj6l.jpg The Command deck has two levels, the upper Observation Gallery and directly above the Blast Doors will be the Adeptus Mechanicus Altar where the Tech-Priest performs his rituals: http://i.imgur.com/vNUxfcj.jpg http://i.imgur.com/vNUxfcjl.jpg Now all I need is a good facsimile of an AD Altar........ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3625576 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio Silvernale Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 This beast never ceases to amaze me (and make me feel bad about my incomplete projects). Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/248599-blackadders-warlord-wip/page/26/#findComment-3625653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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