Spaniard Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Hello Brothers, Okay so this might sound crazy but just hear me out. Im currently depolyed in Afghanistan. I dont have any where to store my models, so i left them home. Its only been 3 months and i dont know how much longer i have to go without going to battle with my DA. Deff called plastic crack for a reason. Well i have a buddy that wants to learn how to play and hes somewhat interested in the Necrons, booooo. Anyways i can get dice and a measuring tape. Now for the models, with everything that goes on here i dont want to risk my models or any models my buddy wants to purchase. So ive thinking about making the models out of paper but not like the ones that actually look like the real thing. My idea is to make cirlces for regular troops, rectangles for bikes and square for tanks. I will try to keep them the same size as close as i can get them and just write on each peace what the "model" is. My question, has anyone ever tried this or know what im talking about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperorOfMankind Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 I get what you mean. You want to make up some counters to use as actual models. Good idea to get a game in without risking your plastic. Why not make up some counters using pictures from the internet and print them out? (assuming you have a printer there of course) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McFisty Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 I think this is an outstanding idea! I commend you for your creativity and ingenuity. You might also use paper to create a few pieces of terrain to augment your paper army. Let us know how it goes and Happy Hunting! McFisty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeBM Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 When I play WHFB, I often proxy stuff using that exact technique. My 1st ever game of Warhammer back in 1995 or so was played with 2 paper armies. It's a good way to learn without spending too much and you won't have to risk your models either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortysl Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Hello Brothers, Okay so this might sound crazy but just hear me out. Im currently depolyed in Afghanistan. I dont have any where to store my models, so i left them home. Its only been 3 months and i dont know how much longer i have to go without going to battle with my DA. Deff called plastic crack for a reason. Well i have a buddy that wants to learn how to play and hes somewhat interested in the Necrons, booooo. Anyways i can get dice and a measuring tape. Now for the models, with everything that goes on here i dont want to risk my models or any models my buddy wants to purchase. So ive thinking about making the models out of paper but not like the ones that actually look like the real thing. My idea is to make cirlces for regular troops, rectangles for bikes and square for tanks. I will try to keep them the same size as close as i can get them and just write on each peace what the "model" is. My question, has anyone ever tried this or know what im talking about? Sounds like a plan to me. I personally can't think of any reason why it would be a problem. Let's face it, as long as you and your buddy know what's what on the board, who's going to tell you that you can't? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artemid Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Why not sit down next to each other with Vassal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HsojVvad Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Very first 40K, Rouge Trader, had pages, that we photo copied, so we could play, so this is a very good thing to do. I also saw, paper Tyranids, looked like actual minis. So go for it, and good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apahllo Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 I used to do this when the LOTR books came out. It totally works and isn't hard to pull off. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperorOfMankind Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Vassal's a good idea if you're able to install stuff on the pc's there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cod Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 Yep, it's a good idea and is fine to do. I have actually seen something similar with guys just using the empty bases of the models with squad leaders, special weapons, heavies labelled. Especially if they are using incomplete squads or just trying out a 'new unit' before they really buy it. Good luck and stay safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaniard Posted May 12, 2013 Author Share Posted May 12, 2013 thanks brothers for all the support, ive been trying to download vassal, idk if i have the wrong link or if i have to register. but for our internet isnt that great. it took me a bit just to get this reply box to pop up to thank you guys. McFisty - thanks for the terrain idea i didnt think of it. hopefully it turns out alright, im going to make it all on word or powerpoint for the shapes. i will also try to upload what i have made for others to try out, so new players can test out some of the DA's newest unit without paying an arm or a leg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
facmanpob Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Adapt and Overcome......still the watchword for the Armed Forces the world over (assuming that's why you're deployed to Afghanistan!) :tu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaM_TW Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I really doubt that GW is coming over to tell you that you cant play with papermodels :) So go for it, and stay safe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gosford Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I really doubt that GW is coming over to tell you that you cant play with papermodels So go for it, and stay safe! This! I think it's a fantastic idea. I'd just make some sort of vertical marks as well that you can set on top of each model to check LoS around terrain and what not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaniard Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share Posted May 15, 2013 I think it's a fantastic idea. I'd just make some sort of vertical marks as well that you can set on top of each model to check LoS around terrain and what not. That's a good idea i did'nt think of that. I already know there are going to be tough times where something will be close. We will just let the decision go to the dice at that point. All the models I've tried to get as close as possible to the actual size of each model base so far i just have templates made, i will be using cardboard for the models. I CAN'T WAIT TO GET HOME!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notmattlythgoe Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 http://www.papercraftsquare.com/topics/warhammer-40k-free-paper-models-collection-topic There are some files on there that have templates for paper marines and some 3d templates for vehicles and terrain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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