++ AUGUSTUS b'RAASS ++ pre-heresy BRASS SCORPION p.247

[Sagentus]

I agree with the others about the plasma pistol, didnt realise how dull they are lol. Awesome conversion though, look forward to seeing it completed :) 

[Augustus b'Raass]

Cheers, guys. That's great feedback. I went and looked for a CSM plasma pistol - but seeing as I only ever bought one of that kit, I was a bit worried if I even had one  turns out, I had one - and only one! So here's how that looks (also, I changed his head for a mechanicum head):

 

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d185/mkruijff/Imperial%20Fists/temporary_zpsv5edh4uu.jpg

 

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d185/mkruijff/Imperial%20Fists/temporary_zps1dcr4yte.jpg

 

What do you think?

Replies:

 

@ Kierdale: I know right? Unfortunately because they have sucked for so long, I gave them away, mostly!

 

@ KrautScientist: Thy will be done ;) How do you like him now?

 

@ Knight of the Raven: No problem - it took me a while to learn to spot the difference wuickly - which only fully rounded when I had painted 10 of each!

 

@ Sagentus: Cheers buddy! In return I look forward to you getting a custom avatar! :)

[Noctus Cornix]

That second head really nails the look, brother. He looks very much like an Executioner more than an Imperial Fist, but I dig the look!

[KrautScientist]

I actually have to say I prefer the first head: It feels like the AdMech head really makes him look less iconic, when he should really be an avatar of the Emperor's wrath. The new head, although a great bit, just seems to lessen that impact.

 

How about a shouting head from the plastic Mk. III Marines?

Edited May 31, 2017 by KrautScientist

[Augustus b'Raass]

Hmmm, you two seem to disagree very much. I personally am not the best fan of the original bald head, so I tried KrautScientist's latest suggestion (seriously, you should start a Kitbasher's Coaching service). What do you think of this head option?

 

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d185/mkruijff/Imperial%20Fists/temporary_zpseodcuumo.jpg

 

I'm also in two minds about these possible heads:
http://www.bitsandkits.co.uk/bmz_cache/2/2b0770eb12b6264893d7e30b416a29a5.image.150x129.JPG http://www.bitsandkits.co.uk/bmz_cache/b/b56700f2d73a2bd09b4683db54a4d002.image.150x147.JPG

 

What do you think? Feedback most welcome, as I like where this dude is going! He will have yellow armour (mostly to contrast between his blue librarian and black chaplain jump pack brother characters), but should his trim be gold, black, or steel coloured?

[KrautScientist]

Personally speaking, I like the shouting head! The character seems so archetypal that a Classic bald head is a great match.

 

The Sternguard heads might work pretty well, too -- especially with white or grey hair.

 

On second thought, what bothers me about the AdMech head is the lack of a real face and, by extension, emotional expression -- it makes the chracter feel too detached, when everything about his pose suggests at least some measure of emotional investment.

Edited May 31, 2017 by KrautScientist

[sockwithaticket]

Think the 2nd head with rebreather looks much, much better. The axe kind of bothers me, it looks like he's stuck his hand straight up in the air rather than swinging it. Rotate 45 degrees clockwise?

[Nomus Sardauk]

I like the new bald shouting head, the emotion on his face fits the motion of his pose perfectly plus I think it's just a better-looking head than the other two. It might also go well with a darker skin tone as well which could add further visual distinctiveness from your other characters, after all, the Imperial Fists still recruit from a number of different worlds like Terra, Inwit and Necromuda.

[Vairocanum]

That captain looks fantastic! I like the new bald head a lot, I think if you could give him some service studs it could look nice.

[Sagentus]

I prefer the bald head personally, it fits the role i think. 

 

Ill take the hint about the avatar and ill sort that out asap ;) 

[Lord Commander Eidolon]

Nice work!! I might have to 'borrow' this idea and make it a little more perfect if you get my drift!!

 

I'm with Krauty on this, the mech head isn't quite right! I like the bald head, but I'd consider a FW resin head for this bad boy. I can't recall what bare heads you've already used on the fists sadly. Pollux or Loken's head would be nice if you can get hold of one.

[Mechanist]

The bald head works great like he's bellowing orders appropriate for a captain and looks great. The only change I'd make now beyond the obvious filling and clean up is a couple of service studs in his brow.

 

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The axe kind of bothers me, it looks like he's stuck his hand straight up in the air rather than swinging it.

To me thats not a problem as it's as if he's directing his men behind him (in the Iconic pose that says this way lads or "Steady, Steady, Fire" as he drops the axe downwards) while lining up the first shot of the battle with his pistol.

Edited June 2, 2017 by Mechanist

[Dantay VI]

Personally I preferred the mech head. (Makes me think a little of Bane from Dark Knight Rises)

 

 A face frozen by bionics, but full of repressed anger and menace. A mangled wave of distorted sound coming from his vocaliser as it tries & fails to reproduce the wrathful roar of the assault captain

 

The bald one, nice though it is screams Alpha Legion or T-Sons (or Kurt Angle) to me.

[Race Bannon]

Silver trim.

 

:tu:

Edited June 2, 2017 by Race Bannon

[Eldrick Shadowblade]

Cheers on the Bloodthirster, Man! I've got to do a massive update on my warband soon. Blood for the Blood God!

[Kordhal]

I really like the admech head, it just conveys a sense of him having been through the wars, but the bald one works as well!  Again keep up the stellar work, and am excited to see him with some paint!

[Mitsman]

Hi Augustus,

 

Although both heads are nice, I really cannot imagine a Chappie without his skull helmet. For me it epitomises what the Chaplain is, the Emperor's wrath. The enemies should see the helmeted marine and piss their pants as the always look like an incarnation of death itself...

 

Mitsman

[Augustus b'Raass]

Cheers, guys!
 

@ KrautScientist: I agree about the emotional expression - although with his experience I can imagine him begin a bit lulled in emotional gravitas. ;

 

@ sockwithaticket: Ah but his axe isn't swining, it's held aloft to inspire his troops ;)

 

@ SanguniiusReborn: CHeers, I'll either go for this one or one of the sternguard heads. Giving him a darker skin tone sounds like a coo idea.

 

@ Vairocanum: Good idea. Would you have any tips for putting service studs in? I'm thinking glass micro beads...

 

@ Sagentus: Fits the role how? I'm curious :) Good thing with the avatar! You're a full fledged frater, that deserves an avatar :tu:

 

@ Lord Commander Eidolon: is that even possible ;) :P I'll have a looksee through my Fists bits for a Polux or Wardens head.

 

@ Mechanist: Good feedback: any ideas for the service studs though? I agree about the axe - it's more holding high to see than preparing for a swing. 

 

@ dantay_xv: Haha ok that's a good point and I had that distanced mentality in mind, but I agree with those before about him not feeling as an Imperial Fist. 

 

@ Race Bannon: Thy will be done.

 

@ Eldrick Shadowblade: You should!

 

@ Kordhal: Cheers! The Chaplain will be first, but then I'll do this guy for sure.

 

@ Mitsman: Ah but remember I'm just using the chaplain body - the miniature that body is used for, the one that I photographed, will not be a chaplain and will not be black. He'll be a veteran officer of some sort - maybe a captain!

[Mitsman]

Hmmm I see, in this case then I prefer a veteran's head as the mechanicum head although bad ass does not fit the aesthetics of IF. Mmmm maybe the bald one, especialy if you can make the shaved look on his head succeed.

 

Mitsman

[Lord Commander Eidolon]

Cheers, guys!

 

@ Lord Commander Eidolon: is that even possible  I'll have a looksee through my Fists bits for a Polux or Wardens head.

 

 

 

Oooh, challenge Accepted!    And you sir, shall name him!

 

 

The Warden bare head would be an excellent choice. If you would prefer a sneering nasty face, I do have a resin EC upgrade head going spare, if you want to use it for this or another officer.

[Fire Golem]

I really liked the AdMech head, that was definitely my favourite choice. Ah well, still looks great with the others.

[Vairocanum]

Micro beads are definitely the most economical option, you can get a lot for very little money. You'll need to drill a small hole in the model to set in the beads though. I personally like model train rivets cause they come in "half spheres" so you can just glue them on without needing to drill into the model (I paid $4 CAD for 98 rivets, they come in all sorts of sizes too).

[Mechanist]

I'd actually try a glue blob method with super glue, use a pin to build up successive layers of tiny glue blobs (test on spare stuff first). I've done it on terrain with with a cocktail stick and PVA for rivets and it works well enough a nice sharp pin should give you a solid control and a couple of layers should give the depth needed to show up post painting.  

[hushrong]

I like the idea of a shouting head. On top the battlement he is yelling at the enemy about how much he & his Emperor hates them and that the end is nigh.

[Augustus b'Raass]

Painted the deathwatch/reclusiam combo Chaplain today:

Chaplain - Johac Valezin - The Psycho

The youngest of fifth company's three Chaplains, Chaplain Valezin is known for his rigorous, stoic and logical mind. He always keeps his word: he always does what he says he will do, even if doing so is to his personal detriment. His demeanor has led to acts of bravery some would call insane or foolhardy, and he has led charges against incredible odds and survived. Among his feats are single-handedly retrieving a unit of downed and captured Stormtalon pilots from an Ork Waagh encampment, and killing the Waagh's enormous leader, Warboss Muzgob, in the process. These feats have earned him much respect among the brothers of fifth company, who regard him with awe and fear. His leadership through example have inspired many battle brothers in harsh campaigns, and for his age, Chaplain Valezin has earmed a surprising amount of accolades.

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d185/mkruijff/Imperial%20Fists/WP_20170605_002%202_zpsoknoc6y9.jpg

 

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d185/mkruijff/Imperial%20Fists/WP_20170605_001%202_zps7afm3oty.jpg

 

Hope you like! 

 

Replies: 

@ Mitsman: I'll take a look at using that head with another Techpriest, then!
 

@ LCE: I will use him and thank you for the advice. Also: challenge accepted indeed

 

@ fire golem: Cheers, hope you like the above guy too

 

@ Vairocanum: Ah right, I'll have a looksee with that technique. I used it for rivets before, so I should be good.

 

@ Mechanist: Hmm, I'll see. Wouldn't the blob be too big?

 

@ hushrong: That's exactly what I'm going for!

Edited June 6, 2017 by Augustus b'Raass