Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 Hey Gents, I recently converted the Lord Executioner into my Counts as Dante. I have loved that model for a very long time and am really glad I got to have it finished. The thing is though, I don't find that the Sanguinary Guard would fit looks wise with this Counts as Dante, and so I was wondering what some of you have done to modify or convert the Sanguinary Guard? I'm looking for some conversion ideas or even pics of what some of you have done, or if you've done anything to these models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverson Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 sadly i have not done any re modelling or counts as for sanguinary guard tho my guesses would be maybe death company with a bit of liquid green stuff to fill in the X's, i just bought some sanguinary guard yesterday and was going to ask what was the preferred load out, so since i have seen you post i was wondering what you planned to kit them out like ? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knife&fork Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 For the loadout I'm of the opinion that sanguinary guard should be kept far away from things with 2+ saves. Any enemy with a 2+ of their own will be very good at killing them, either in shooting or assault. They work best if they are put against units that struggle against the 2+ save and doesn't have huge numbers like maxed out squads of tyranid gaunts or ork boys. Maybe a single fist (it looks awesome) but go with swords for the majority of models. A single melta pistol can be very useful just in case and the chapter banner, while expensive, is such a good buff that you might just as well take it when you're spending the points. You don't pick sanguinary guard for their amazing value anyways. Not normally a fan of our sanguinary priests, but when you field a squad of SG it's best to keep one around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Commander Scrymgeour Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I use these as mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Nice, but that is not really WYSIWYG. Sanguinary Guard do not get any shields. Is there a sawed off storm bolter angelus boltgun hidden under the shield? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xmercx Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Here is what I have been doing with mine (see below pic). Heads are from puppetswars, swords are Kromlech. Bodies are a mix of DC and SG kits. You could probably get away with just about any figures and modifications you wanted as long as they are either painted in such a way that they stand out as different (gold for the standard dex colors) or you put the winged packs on them (and no one else in the army really uses those). My Dante and Astaorath for comparison on theme: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenith Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I gave mine 3 swords, 2 axes and 5 plasma pistols. Fun, helps them deal with 2+. Point in-efficient, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I gave mine 3 swords, 2 axes and 5 plasma pistols.Is the greater range really worth losing one point of S and the Melta special rule and gaining Gets Hot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memento Of Prospero Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I gave mine 3 swords, 2 axes and 5 plasma pistols. Is the greater range really worth losing one point of S and the Melta special rule and gaining Gets Hot? Everyone knows that 6 inches is never enough... THERE I SAID IT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperialis_Dominatus Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 It's easier to get a penetrating hit with the short-ranged one... if you're doing it right. Of course there are those stories about Sanguinary Guards with lascannons on their wrists but have you ever actually seen one? It doesn't even seem practical. Overkill, even. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memento Of Prospero Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Tell that to Jokaero Weaponsmiths. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 Those are pretty sweet xmercx! But I'm trying to find something without the wings or pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Just use regular jump packs? DC or the new Vanguard jump packs should be appropriately ornate. If you refluff your SG further, maybe the teleporter packs of the Grey Knights would be suitable (they make the unit Jump Infantry as well). MaxMini also has several jump packs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leksington Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 That's a tough one. He's really bulky and ornate in a conventional marine way. His pose is looks slow and powerful rather than dynamic. My first thoughts: I think the DC JPs work. I like DC or Sternguard Veteran legs. I have no clue about the chest or heads. My second thought: Have you considered converting Chaplains? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenith Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I gave mine 3 swords, 2 axes and 5 plasma pistols.Is the greater range really worth losing one point of S and the Melta special rule and gaining Gets Hot? Not really, I just didn't have the bits, they can be counted as infernus, when I want, anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 That's a tough one. He's really bulky and ornate in a conventional marine way. His pose is looks slow and powerful rather than dynamic. My first thoughts: I think the DC JPs work. I like DC or Sternguard Veteran legs. I have no clue about the chest or heads. My second thought: Have you considered converting Chaplains? Heads would be deathmasks. I was thinking about the greyknights kit legs and chests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Iron Chancellor Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Here is what I have been doing with mine (see below pic). Heads are from puppetswars, swords are Kromlech. Bodies are a mix of DC and SG kits. You could probably get away with just about any figures and modifications you wanted as long as they are either painted in such a way that they stand out as different (gold for the standard dex colors) or you put the winged packs on them (and no one else in the army really uses those). My Dante and Astaorath for comparison on theme: @xmercx where did you get the wings for the top of the axe? they look awesome btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 The wings look like Astoraths's and the axe head is from the Sanguinary Guard box with added wings from the DC or BA tac box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LutherMax Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Hey Gents, I recently converted the Lord Executioner into my Counts as Dante. I have loved that model for a very long time and am really glad I got to have it finished. The thing is though, I don't find that the Sanguinary Guard would fit looks wise with this Counts as Dante, and so I was wondering what some of you have done to modify or convert the Sanguinary Guard? I'm looking for some conversion ideas or even pics of what some of you have done, or if you've done anything to these models. Can we see a pic of your Lord Executioner / Dante? Might help with suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 I second LutherMax's post.If you want less angelic Sanguinary guard, replace the nipple armour with torso fronts from other kits (maybe vanguard vetrans to have enough bling to justify artificer armour) and leave the wings off the MKIV jump packs. Use the helmets without the crests or something else entirely. That one Berzerker helmet would maybe work well to differentiate them from other marines after removing the bunny ears. Unfortunately it is nearly always sold out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlo Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 You can buy an entire set of those from Forgeworld :) only some minor details to remove if you desire too! http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/en-GB/World-Eaters-Legion-MKII-Upgrade-Set-Heads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sete Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Does anyone knows a good way to convert that weird hand pose in the Sanguinary sword? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted January 3, 2016 Author Share Posted January 3, 2016 Hey Gents, I recently converted the Lord Executioner into my Counts as Dante. I have loved that model for a very long time and am really glad I got to have it finished. The thing is though, I don't find that the Sanguinary Guard would fit looks wise with this Counts as Dante, and so I was wondering what some of you have done to modify or convert the Sanguinary Guard? I'm looking for some conversion ideas or even pics of what some of you have done, or if you've done anything to these models. Can we see a pic of your Lord Executioner / Dante? Might help with suggestions.Already built and painted. Check my repainting thread :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Now I am confused. I think your kitbashed Sanguinary Guard complement your Counts-As Dante very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted January 3, 2016 Author Share Posted January 3, 2016 Nothing to be confused about. I was surprised someone necromanced this thread lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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