Theduke08 Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 I highly recommend lahmian medium... I use that stuff all the time. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4060101 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlo Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 I highly recommend lahmian medium... I use that stuff all the time. Just to seal off models, or to make washes like it says? It looks quite versatile! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4060102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ovidius Incertus Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Still plugging away at my ETL vow over the last few days. Jump priest is nearly finished, with just details on his narthecium and jump pack left. I'm very pleased with how his shading and highlights came out. Termie librarian is pretty well along. Vanguard and Sternguard are coming along nicely, but there are soooooo many gubbins to paint on those guys. Both Dreads are coming along well and I'm more or less down to the details on them. Haven't much touched the Fire Raptor in a while. Astorath lies primed, but untouched, save his base. Jump Librarian is still lonely, since I haven't done a touch of greenstuffing to him before priming. Dolchiate Remembrancer 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4060163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aqui Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 How soon after painting did it start flaking? How thick were you glopping it on? And have you tried a layer of Lahmian Medium? It can act like a semi matte varnish. I painted it on quite thick. After it seemed like it had dried (maybe an hour or so), I merely prodded it slightly and it started to fall away from the base I have some Lahmian Medium. I'll give it a go tomorrow Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4060546 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnorriSnorrison Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 If by primed you mean undercoated, then it's fair game. Why not put up a picture here or pm Semper about them? @ Snorri, Aphael looks great! I might steal that kitbash / pose I think the sword looks good in principle, I just think you need to bring the gold colour further down towards the hilt and darken it further at the tip. Basically needs more contrast. As for the heraldry I'm not sure... Maybe consult old BA codices / artwork..? Finally, re the ETL, primed models are definitely acceptable. Base coated possibly, with Captain's leave. Thanks matey! You know what A. Lincoln said about the internet...you can't ever trust the sources. So go ahead and steal away Mh, I was thinking about that, yeah, but I'm not sure if I want it to look like an ordinary golden sword(how that is ordinary is actually beyond me). I glazed some Dark Flesh over the tip, but it turned out too drastic a contrast in the end. Might see what I can do there. Yeah, that's what I was going to do. So much painful work though. Ah well, the Captain would've made a good chunk of points. And the tacticals are out as well, I reckon. We'll see. The rhino is definitively ready to go. Snorri Fair game In other news, Semper, is this model too far gone to compete?It's fine. Cheers mate, you got me this time. Vow pledged! ;) I'll get to it as soon as I can! Karlaen might wait in line as well - not exactly pleased with the way the colour of his armour turned out. Snorr Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4060571 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Mapple Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Finally made my first vow for the ETL this year of 1x Captain Karlaen with head swap. Needed to get in a vow prior to admissions closing. Also, have close to done 12 Tactical Marines but the vow is taking precedence. Also, found a ton of good building terrain on the ultra cheap in a DUST Tactics clearance sale online, so now I have a bunch of terrain to do, which is fun since it goes quick. But ETL vow first! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4061200 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Finally made my first vow for the ETL this year of 1x Captain Karlaen with head swap. Needed to get in a vow prior to admissions closing. Also, have close to done 12 Tactical Marines but the vow is taking precedence. Also, found a ton of good building terrain on the ultra cheap in a DUST Tactics clearance sale online, so now I have a bunch of terrain to do, which is fun since it goes quick. But ETL vow first! Glad to have you on board! Would love to see what you do with that terrain too, been trying to plan out some 2X2 boards to make a floor top wargamming surface myself. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4061581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
simison Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 This week was the start of the second phase of a new campaign I'm involved with four other players. The story takes place in the Govannon system. It's main planet is secretly a prison for a Bloodthirster and the seals were weakening. This caused tectonic activity and natural disasters. The governor of the planet (Player Sean) sends out a distress call but gets no aid until the Eldar (Player Nate) arrive and re-seal the prison. They are lauded as saviors and the Eldar prepare to leave when a horde of Khorne Daemonkin (Player Jordan) arrive and try to break open the prison. The Imperial Guard rally alongside the Eldar to fight off the Khornates, when two new forces arrive in system. A Hive splinter fleet (Player Taylor) are on a nom-nom crusade for biomass being chased by the Blood Angels Third Company (Me), led by Captain Magnus. The first fight was a 4-way free-for-all with secret objectives and chaos all around. This week was the second fight and was between the Blood Angels and the Khornates. I am pleased to report that Captain Magnus successfully secured the relic and dealt a huge blow to the Ruinous Powers. I'll have more details later (if desired) and some narrative extracts (which I will do regardless). Bukimimaru, Kriegsmaschine and Dolchiate Remembrancer 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4062857 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted May 30, 2015 Author Share Posted May 30, 2015 Don't have much time at the moment, but I've spent three evenings painting nothing but brown. Then it's a few grey evenings, following by a few light grey ones... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064109 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LutherMax Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 I've nearly finished my Sanguinary Priest (ETL vow no. 1). He hasn't taken as long as it seems as I couldn't start him till a couple of weeks after the ETL began. Highlights and final touches to go, pics coming soon :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064396 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Almost have my counts as astorath done from my ETL vow. Pics incoming in my Plog Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064452 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 I present to you Commanding Chaplain Alvoro, my counts as Astorath The Grim. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d169/mateus909/Mobile%20Uploads/20150530_161358.jpg deathspectersgt7 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064482 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aqui Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Whilst I haven't had chance to paint them (hopefully will be able to get most, if not all of vow one done in the next week or so), I've been exploring my DIY BA Chapter's background as a story. By blood be undone Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064534 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomus Sardauk Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 I present to you Commanding Chaplain Alvoro, my counts as Astorath The Grim. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d169/mateus909/Mobile%20Uploads/20150530_161358.jpg Ooh, nice work brother, I love the use of the helm slits to form the "teeth" of the painted-on skull, very clever. knife&fork 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064723 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 I present to you Commanding Chaplain Alvoro, my counts as Astorath The Grim. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d169/mateus909/Mobile%20Uploads/20150530_161358.jpg Ooh, nice work brother, I love the use of the helm slits to form the "teeth" of the painted-on skull, very clever.thanks! I was hoping it would look as good as i imagined it! Emprah2508 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4064730 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlo Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Very nice use of bits. Love it Dolchiate! Dolchiate Remembrancer 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4065126 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlo Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Added some progress on the eternal melta-cide squads, you can see it on my WIP Blog Heres a preview of one I have mostly completed - just missing red final highlights! http://i1380.photobucket.com/albums/ah177/nevscorner/20150601_221435_zpsmbzst2ky.jpg marine7312000, knife&fork and Bukimimaru 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4067549 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted June 3, 2015 Author Share Posted June 3, 2015 Having an evening of painting Codex Grey onto fourteen wings plus shoulder pads... knife&fork 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4070306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
knife&fork Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Ooh, nice work brother, I love the use of the helm slits to form the "teeth" of the painted-on skull, very clever. Yeah, that was a nice old-school touch ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4070343 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Ooh, nice work brother, I love the use of the helm slits to form the "teeth" of the painted-on skull, very clever. Yeah, that was a nice old-school touch Thanks! :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4070355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted June 3, 2015 Author Share Posted June 3, 2015 Having an evening of painting Codex Grey onto fourteen wings plus shoulder pads... Spoiled by the boy waking up and my falling asleep next to him whilst helping him drop off to sleep. Does he not realise I have an ETL vow to finish?!? :p Threefiddy and Father Mapple 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4070456 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlo Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 (edited) Based and highlighted the Assault Marine I've been working on after I got the last of the paints and supplies I needed today. Pretty happy with him, rest of the squads will probably look cleaner too, especially the helms! Full images in my WIP blog, but heres a preview: Hidden Content http://i1380.photobucket.com/albums/ah177/nevscorner/20150603_233424_zpsuvfb5biu.jpg Also did some work on my ETL Vow of 5 DC with a Thunder Hammer. Working towards the right gold colour, i looks quite bright at the moment but I think the eventual blue edge highlights will fix that! Hidden Content http://i1380.photobucket.com/albums/ah177/nevscorner/20150604_000556_zpsag9pzjcb.jpg Edited June 4, 2015 by Charlo Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4070739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LachlantheLoaf14 Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Bought myself a pack of Sternguard Veterans, pot of Khorne Red, and worked on my BA successor chapter which is currently unnamed and backstory on one of my sergeants CaptainHelion and Dolchiate Remembrancer 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4073910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolchiate Remembrancer Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Bought myself a pack of Sternguard Veterans, pot of Khorne Red, and worked on my BA successor chapter which is currently unnamed and backstory on one of my sergeantsDont leave us in the dark cousin! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4074160 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sockwithaticket Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Today I managed to get a bit more work done on not-Mephiston and headed over to Bits and Kits to cherry pick the parts I wanted from the Assault Marine and BA upgrade sprues. It's only been marginally cheaper than buying both things outright, but at least this way I don't have a bunch of bits that I don't want to use. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/297201-ba-today/page/33/#findComment-4074310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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