Millicant Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 Oh for sure! We have been cooking up home brew ways to use the hangar in games. So far it has just been cosmetic, which is awesome enough frankly, but we want to also add to the specific boarding missions. Blood in the Void is a great system and we're going to try the various missions there with some extra flair. The one where you actually attack the outer hull? Yeah we're going to play on the outside and top of the wall. For the initial boarding we want to use my Battlefleet Gothic table on the other end (stars and whatnot) so various aircraft can battle their way to the ships outer hull, from Thunderbolt to Caestus Assault Ram, all while the ship's defenses fire back. Once they arrive, my friend suggested that based on how well the void battle goes for the attacker might determine how many tiles into the hulk they can deploy. I dunno, there's so many choices! I'm very, very excited. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3952475 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 Just a quick update from the past few March of the Legions entries that I've submitted. As a hold-over until I can showcase some more Zone Mortalis and new Imperial Fists stuff! And the Word Bearer, with a sneak peak at my latest completion... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3965574 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 3, 2015 Author Share Posted March 3, 2015 Well, I'm starting my Imperial Fists, based on the Battle of Phall. I chose a metallic yellow because of this excellent thread by Corai. I've modified it to suit my needs, but he was the inspiration. And here is my first Breacher with this scheme. I haven't finalized it yet, as the decals still need to go on the pauldrons and I'm still toying with either metal or gold for the trim around the shield. The black is a little "blah" to me. I'm also not finished with the varnish, as it will be more satin than gloss when complete. I apologize for the crappy photo - this is really just to get it out there and see what people think before I continue to the rest. Comments/suggestions always welcome. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3966815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Hmmm suggestion it should be a world eater :P But in all seriousness this looks great I hope your staying clear of those damn malteser crosses Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3966835 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 3, 2015 Author Share Posted March 3, 2015 Interesting you should say that, Kurama. I share your dislike of the Black Templar iconography and was debating shaving it off of my Imperial Fist Contemptor. You won't find many of those crosses on my Fists. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3967507 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daemon2027 Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 I love the golden yellow younhave archived, going to look great on your ZM boards. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3967515 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Good I like that your thinking along the lines of no crosses, my issue is the templar brethren are one facet of the fists why is everything over zealous. I like where your heading and im hoping that we get some more power fist goodness Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3967537 Share on other sites More sharing options...
depthcharge12 Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Definitely fits the golden yellow color told about in the books :) it's a good start! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3967653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 5, 2015 Author Share Posted March 5, 2015 Definitely fits the golden yellow color told about in the books :) it's a good start! Thanks! I had to get some new clear coats but I should be able to finish off the first two soon. I'm still debating between black, metal, or gold for the edge of the shield (currently black). I ordered a few more colors of Vallejo Liquid Gold so I'll probably try it out when those get here. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3968733 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 11, 2015 Author Share Posted March 11, 2015 I have wanted to build and paint one of these for a long time. The Thunderbolt is probably my favorite Forgeworld model, only matched by the Warhound Titan (stay tuned....). I decided to go for a Solar Auxilia paint scheme since it is cool. I made a mask for the Solar Auxilia Pilot badge - I think it turned out okay! Let me know what you think! The Thunderbolt will be used for games occasionally, but will more often be a centerpiece of terrain for my Zone Mortalis docking bay. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3973909 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slips Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Looks damn cool! While I agree with you on Titans being Baller models, my fav FW plane has to be the Marauder Destroyer/Bomber Super-Heavy. Also, not sure if you mentioned it but, hows the Hangar Bay board coming along? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3973911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBA Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Love that model, and you did it great justice! Super clean lines. I think it could be a tad more weathered, but that really comes down to personal choice :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3973917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 11, 2015 Author Share Posted March 11, 2015 Looks damn cool! While I agree with you on Titans being Baller models, my fav FW plane has to be the Marauder Destroyer/Bomber Super-Heavy. Also, not sure if you mentioned it but, hows the Hangar Bay board coming along? Thanks! It's... coming. I've been distracted by the Thunderbolt and my first Imperial Fists, along with the new 32mm Zone Mortalis bases of which I'll be making molds later this week... Love that model, and you did it great justice! Super clean lines. I think it could be a tad more weathered, but that really comes down to personal choice Thanks man! There is actually a good bit of weathering on this thing, but it's rather subtle. Looking at the pics now, I'm realizing that you really can't see it at all! I'll have to get some close-ups so you can see. Personally I don't like aircraft to be overly weathered - it's unrealistic! Either way - thanks for the comments. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3973957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Looking really good especially with the fighter on the deck. The weathering is subtle on the thunderbolt and just right for a ship based fighter. In my head the fighters which are based on the ground will have much more weathering on them than the ones used in the void. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3974837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted March 13, 2015 Author Share Posted March 13, 2015 Looking really good especially with the fighter on the deck. The weathering is subtle on the thunderbolt and just right for a ship based fighter. In my head the fighters which are based on the ground will have much more weathering on them than the ones used in the void. Thanks man! I totally agree, this is intended to be a void-based fighter out of my launch bay. Like I said, I'll put up a few more close-ups to display the weathering a little better. I also received a package today... Alexis Polux and an Arvus Lighter! I plan to use a very similar scheme for the lighter, though likely with more weathering and damage since it is a crusty transport and not a sexy fighter. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3975624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBA Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 I don't think I've ever come across the concept of pure void-based fighters in games, so in that regard, you did really well! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-3975627 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 I've completed my first batch of Imperial Fists! To begin with, I've built a small force for Zone Mortalis. It includes Alexis Polux, a Breacher Siege squad including a Sergeant with Artificer Armour and a Thunder Hammer, and a Contemptor Dreadnought with Kheres Assault Cannon and Heavy Flamer. Next plan to add a squad of Cataphractii Terminators and another Breacher Siege squad with MkIII armour and the large square shields instead of the ones below. Variety is the spice of life... I went for a metallic yellow, based originally on Corai's excellent scheme. Well worth a look - he's done a fantastic job. I'll add a photo of Polux's base soon - it turned out pretty well. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4106935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slips Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Small nitpick: the Golden Wings on the Contemptors Chest and the Lateral Slats on the Breacher shields dont really stick out all that much from the Yellow. maybe give them a light purple wash to get some contrast in there? Everything else looks amazeballs. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4106946 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Millicant as always living your dedication to this hobby, great stuff and hope we get more from your ZM and Fists. Btw great to here you get a mention on the eye of horus podcast Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4106967 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daemon2027 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Those Imperial Fists are lovley. Going back I really like the Thunderbolt. The Spartan style paint job looks really good on it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4107133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 Small nitpick: the Golden Wings on the Contemptors Chest and the Lateral Slats on the Breacher shields dont really stick out all that much from the Yellow. maybe give them a light purple wash to get some contrast in there? Everything else looks amazeballs. Thanks man! So full disclosure - I may have forgotten to do the gold on the Contemptor's chest! Whoops, I'll do that tonight. Thanks for pointing it out! For the rest, it stands out a little better in person. I did that specifically to emulate the gold seen in HH3: Extermination, like THIS. Millicant as always living your dedication to this hobby, great stuff and hope we get more from your ZM and Fists. Btw great to here you get a mention on the eye of horus podcast Haha thanks man! Yeah my progress is slow, partly because I'm not a fast painter and partly because I have to adult most days. *sigh* I often look longingly at my "to-paint" pile and think to myself "I don't wanna adult today!" Yeah that was cool to be on the podcast - figured I would write-in since they did a thing on Zone Mortalis. Those Imperial Fists are lovley. Going back I really like the Thunderbolt. The Spartan style paint job looks really good on it. Thanks! I need to get a few more close-up shots so show off the weathering. I appreciate the kind words - it's a gorgeous model. One of my favorite, right behind the Warhound Titan I think... which I really need to keep working on. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4107717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 To adult or not to adult that is the question, I've got around 15 forgeworld items needing a review but I'll hold off till after my visit to the UK. Can't wait for progress though Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4107834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicant Posted June 30, 2015 Author Share Posted June 30, 2015 Thanks Kurama I'll be sure to post more things as they come. Also looking forward to more reviews from you. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4109127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DimDim Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Excellent! They look noticeably different but still are easily identifiable as fists. I remember them being described as "clad in gold" rather than yellow once in I believe "shadows of treachery" (its obviously just a Romanticists description of yellow) and your colour does that justice! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4109154 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperorOfMankind Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Hi millicant Wondering if there's any update to your zm boards, I'm very interested Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294298-millicants-horus-heresy-blood-in-the-void-28jun/page/7/#findComment-4153959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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