The Yak Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/g473/Adavers/aaaaa_zps64a643e7.jpg 'Pimp my Cypher' *********************************************************************************************************** *********************************************************************************************************** Hail Brothers, Sons of Dorn and Exemplars of ZEAL Trying to drum up some support for ETL III Campaign and thought that we could have a 'build and paint a Cypher' event. I know that we are now separate and its not really like you have trouble motivating each other, But since we started as one team I think it will be good to share anything that helps to motivate. I know the Templars helped get our arms race up and running. But why Yak? Why do you keep pestering us you stealthy little halfwit? Good Question my friends good question. Well.... ETL is the B&C's most prestigious painting competition, promoting inter forum Brotherhood like no other. Everybody loves to beat on the Dark Angels The idea behind ETL is to HELP you get YOUR army painted. (Boo grey plastic, Boo!) Deadlines work, lets all face it, we wouldn't do anything in work without them, and it works for painting too. Good fun (I know, I know what has 40k got to do with fun...) Inspires us to make and paint great models (well that's just stupid Yak, who wants great bloody models?) Everybody loves to beat on the Dark Angels (have I said that already?) Participation is key, If you paint one man then you paint one man, you have still contributed. Get feedback, tips and perspiration (or something like that) Everybody loves to beat on the Dark Angels (I know, I know but I like saying it!) So why the hell paint Cypher you sneaky little fool? Ooh your full of questions today aren't you. Well.... He is available to us He is fun to use Dark Angels hate him Iconic 40k figure, everyone should have one (I am starting to feel like a GW salesman) Can be made from bits in our bits box Costs 190 pts (everybody paints one man, do the maths) Counts as options eg A witch for you to hunt!, Deathwatch Black Shield. Its cool to see what ideas people come up with. No need to purchase the Data slate (if you don't want to) he can just be a little shelf guarder, or display piece. Dark Angels really hate him. Actually that sounds like something that might interest me. What should I do? Nothing! You don't have to do anything, just close your eyes and count to 3 and one will appear fully painted and converted in front of your eyes. OK that's not true, no pain no gain and all that.. Check the ETL Angels of Death Strategium here http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290382-e-tenebrae-lux-iii-angels-of-death-strategium/ If you are interested drop us a line in this thread. Remember this is to help motivate people to join in the ETL and get themselves known on the forums Here is some inspiration..... http://www.bolterandchainsword.com/topic/284953-post-your-cypher/?hl=+show++your++cypher If you know of any other cool Cypher conversions post them here for perspiration!!!!!! Oh I like this one.... http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/g473/Adavers/cypher1_zps2c39cfed.jpg By Tentakel Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Ulkesh Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Okay, I'm in. A "counts-as" Cypher will be part of my second vow. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3680898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Bretton Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I will do cypher and a squad of fallen from part of my second vow. Will be nice to have something slightly different to break my painting up Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3680901 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honda Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 That's a cool looking Cypher by Tentakel. I like him a lot. Ok, I'm in. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3680972 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acebaur Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Yak, you had me at: Let's paint a Cypher to beat the DA :devil: :D Despite your highly blasphemous pic* of that converted Cypher I will make a conversion as well as I actually have a decent amount of DA bitz. Also in case you didn't know the BT community here has unanimously decided that we will continue to use the AoD stratigium not only to support our former brothers in arms but because it's been quite a lot of fun ;) *Am I the only one who noticed that is a converted Emperor's Champion model? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3680999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honda Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 *Am I the only one who noticed that is a converted Emperor's Champion model? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681043 Share on other sites More sharing options...
arizonajirt Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'm in too. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681053 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Jobu Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Yak, you had me at: Let's paint a Cypher to beat the DA Despite your highly blasphemous pic* of that converted Cypher I will make a conversion as well as I actually have a decent amount of DA bitz. Also in case you didn't know the BT community here has unanimously decided that we will continue to use the AoD stratigium not only to support our former brothers in arms but because it's been quite a lot of fun *Am I the only one who noticed that is a converted Emperor's Champion model? Nope, you're not the only one! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681218 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValkyrieUndead Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'll be in on doing a cypher in my 2nd vow Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Bee Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Count me in (once I get around to picking up a paintbrush for my first vow...) Question: I know nothing of Cypher rule or lore-wise, what weapons does he use? Are there any features that'd make him stand out as Cypher? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681305 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toomanyprojects Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Twin pistols: bolt and plasma. And a big ornate sword which he is NOT wielding :) Beyond that, no set framework really :) nobody knows much about him :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Bee Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Thanks! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681312 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toomanyprojects Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'd recommend the data slate. Well worth the money in my opinion, and you could always use the rules to represent a moritat if you didn't like cypher himself Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681400 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandolore511 Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'm in... will do with my second vow. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681573 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Mattias Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Sounds fun! I'll squeeze one into a vow after my tanks are complete. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Sergeant Bohemond Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I say! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3681817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acebaur Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 So haven't seen many new posts in this. Anyone done any work on converting a Cypher(assuming you aren't buying the model)? I personally don't care for the official model so I'm making my own. I wanted him to look like similar to his description the BT codex: ancient black armor, little or no markings and generally mysterious looking. So with that in mind I've a question for you guys. Trying to decide on what to put on his backpack. I found this cool backpack with a sword handle in the top going through a skull and wanted to put some kind of symbol on the back(as what was there I had started to shave off a while back and it doesn't look good without something). I converted it to have the rest of the sword come out the bottom to represent the sword he has but never draws. So here are the things I came up with. Broken DA symbol. Through age or combat it has started falling apart, could also represent the fallen nature of his character. http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k48/Acebaur/40K/20140511_224850_zpsr5hzv0cj.jpg Or this symbol. This would be keeping the theme as he has this symbol on his left shoulder pad. (the hooded skull) http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k48/Acebaur/40K/20140511_224922_zpsmhhnn4fi.jpg Follow up question, what do you suggest for his right shoulder? plain? DA symbol? battle damaged? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3684414 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andhil Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 It'd depend, if you go with the first backpack idea (damaged DA icon) I'd go for battle-damaged. And personally, in my not so humble opinion, I think that option's the coolest. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3684526 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honda Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I like the broken DA symbol as well and think I'll...emulate, yeah, emulate that idea. ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3684584 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Bee Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Could be a nice touch to add a couple deep gouges in the symbol too if you were going for the damaged look... Not too much, just a couple slashes for flavor Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3684693 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilofix Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Fine, I'll play too. Wait, am I in the wrong room again? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3684730 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zyth23 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Here is mine, first vow for ETL3 http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/125/d/d/_wh40k__cypher_conversion_etl3_vow_1___007_by_zyth23-d7h86yl.jpg More pic here Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3685036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipkin Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I'm in on this aswell! Will be my third vow. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3685301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Mattias Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Quick mock-up for my cypher: I kinda want him to look like he could be undercover in my crusade, while keeping as old-school a look a possible. May have to try green-stuffing a hood though... http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a628/matzeke/AC4ED4E5-63CD-4999-88B8-8461E8C302A4_zps9qps9pkh.jpg http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a628/matzeke/0E70425A-90EB-4195-BA6E-2A67CF52E242_zpsocl49gyg.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3692089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLVW Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Question, are we doing Cypher up in our own chapter colours or in the DA colours? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/290869-etl-motivational-unit-presents-pimp-my-cypher-templar-boy/#findComment-3692282 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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