Schertenleib Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 I have been kicking this one around for a while. the conversion would be to take Dark Eldar Raiders and convert them to look like Viking Longships. They would then be used as counts as Rhinos or mount guns for counts as Predators. What do you think? Too much? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arez Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 I have been kicking this one around for a while. the conversion would be to take Dark Eldar Raiders and convert them to look like Viking Longships. They would then be used as counts as Rhinos or mount guns for counts as Predators. What do you think? Too much? You must take pictures and can i use the idea if it works? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069750 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendrik Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 not sure, grav tech's pretty rare fluffwise. looking forward to the models though Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069765 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schertenleib Posted May 26, 2012 Author Share Posted May 26, 2012 But is it suitable to the members of the Rout? Russ wanted us to fight on foot. Yet it would seem very Fenrisian to have the wind in your beard sailing into battle. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069866 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myxx Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 they are a sea going people, the Fenrisians... and I don't buy the whole "grav tech is rare" cause everyone and their brother seems to be pimping Landspeeders like they are going out of style Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069876 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arez Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 But is it suitable to the members of the Rout? Russ wanted us to fight on foot. Yet it would seem very Fenrisian to have the wind in your beard sailing into battle. May I use the idea?I looked at the kit and say a few conversion to make it look long boat-ish Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069904 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki-LaughingDeath Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 (sigh) I hate you Kenny... Seconded on the Pics and that is a wicked idea. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069919 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murcielago Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Actually...Myxx has a good idea, even if he doesn't know it. He mentions landspeeders, so what about landspeeders designed as long boats to explain the grav tech idea??? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3069929 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schertenleib Posted May 26, 2012 Author Share Posted May 26, 2012 If you want to steal the idea, GO FOR IT! It may take me awhile to actually start something on this. :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3070134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WG Vrox Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Outstanding modeling project, would love to see one if anyone does it. Have not really looked at the new DE transports real close are they the same footprint at a Rhino? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3070147 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rune_Priest_Rhapsody Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 They do not have the same footprint as a Rhino, no. They are longer and much narrower. This however is a brilliant idea Schertenleib!! And one that should get used no matter the two vehicles shapes being drastically different. End of Line Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3070234 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendrik Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 bumped into this and simply had to share it: http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/160582-Raider.html?m=2 http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/157582-Raider.html?m=2 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3071024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durfast Spiritwolf Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 But is it suitable to the members of the Rout? Russ wanted us to fight on foot. That's not quite the Russ I remember :cuss He seemed quite happy to ride a Thunderhawk up the enemy's throat and the VI Legion even had their own Rhino variant - the Thunder Rhino... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3071146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
unholysaint Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 But is it suitable to the members of the Rout? Russ wanted us to fight on foot. That's not quite the Russ I remember ;) He seemed quite happy to ride a Thunderhawk up the enemy's throat and the VI Legion even had their own Rhino variant - the Thunder Rhino... Really?! Where did u read abt it? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3071860 Share on other sites More sharing options...
elithren Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Actually did this a while ago and cant find the topic I made for it.... Luckily, I have the pics still in my photobucket. http://i1047.photobucket.com/albums/b471/elithren/40k/DSC05379.jpg http://i1047.photobucket.com/albums/b471/elithren/40k/DSC05378.jpg P.S. Please forgive the modeling, painting, and lighting. This was my earlier days of 40k and have since improved substantially. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3071892 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myxx Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 I like the idea a lot, but the ones on Dakka look kinda like they belong to a certain crime-boss on a certain-desert planet... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3072135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growler67 Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 I have long abandoned my DE Army but think I still have a couple of Raiders in a box somewhere. I too have contemplated this idea once many moons ago. Perhaps if I can ever find some time I may just explore this more. Will have to find my bits boxes as well. May have to VDR it though depend on whom you are facing with it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3076838 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schertenleib Posted June 15, 2012 Author Share Posted June 15, 2012 Still working this out on my head.... In your opinion would it be better to base this conversion off the Dark Eldar Raider, or would it look more "Imperial" converting a WWII Higgins Landing Craft? Thinking the Higgins has some visual similarities to the Thunderhawk, Stormraven, or Cestus Ram with the large drop ramp. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3086469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myxx Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 the boxy shape of the Higgins would fit the imperial flavor IMHO. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3086474 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rune_Priest_Rhapsody Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 I agree with Myxx, but the viking long boat-esque look of the raider fits with the whole space viking feel of the chapter and it's lore. I'd love to see you use a DE vehicle, maybe I'll give it a try myself... End of Line Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3086498 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rune_Priest_Rhapsody Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 I don't want anybody else, when I think about you I DOUBLE POST End of Line Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3086527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CainTheHunter Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Higgins LCVP would look better, but You must get the correct scale. GW kits are rather tricky - they are somewhere in between 1:32 and 1:47. Also, if You have any questions about the DE Raider kit, PM me, since I have those - both the old and current ones. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3086597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durfast Spiritwolf Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 But is it suitable to the members of the Rout? Russ wanted us to fight on foot. That's not quite the Russ I remember :D He seemed quite happy to ride a Thunderhawk up the enemy's throat and the VI Legion even had their own Rhino variant - the Thunder Rhino... Really?! Where did u read abt it? Text speak is not the language of the Fang, but I assume you mean 'where did you read about it?' Sorry, Russ' Stormcrow not Thunderhawk is specifically mentioned in Thousand Sons (p. 201) as is his leading the assault on Prospero in a Stormbird (p. 481). The Thunder Rhino is in Visons of Heresy. Regards, Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3090271 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassill Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I have to disagree on the Higgins boat idea. Too Imperial Guard esque, where a longship/dragonship would fit better for us. And besides, IG already have a Higgins Boat! <_< Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/252939-conversion-idea/#findComment-3090323 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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