GhostMalone Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 I honestly believe he just needs a good paint job with more browns and muted reds then looking like hellboy Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027207 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesh Kadesh Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 Why do FW continue to let Trish Carden near their big models? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Hands Fanatic Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 I just want to clarify that it's a massive assumption on my part that Samus was sculpted by Trish Carden - and either way, models like the Carmine Dragon show she is very talented, it's just that the aesthetic of 40k & 30k doesn't tend to provide that many opportunities for her particular abilities to shine Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Heinrich Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 I don't think a paintjob is gonna save this one. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027356 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I don't think a paintjob is gonna save this one. I'll buy him and try a paint job and see if it's any better for you  I think black skin with almost volcanic eyes would be better Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027360 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conn Eremon Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015  I don't think a paintjob is gonna save this one.I'll buy him and try a paint job and see if it's any better for you I think black skin with almost volcanic eyes would be better Perfect, because then you could make him a counts-as Daemon Prince Vulkan from an alternate heresy. ;p Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027376 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015   I don't think a paintjob is gonna save this one.I'll buy him and try a paint job and see if it's any better for you I think black skin with almost volcanic eyes would be better Perfect, because then you could make him a counts-as Daemon Prince Vulkan from an alternate heresy. ;p Well now I have to get him when I visit the UK in august Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027407 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Chaplain Kage Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 My biggest issue is the funky pose. I think the rest of him looks fine and agree that a different paint job would really make it shine. Plenty of times, we've seen FW releases that appeared lackluster in the website photos and then when players got hold of them and started posting pics of them painted, it was a whole different story. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I think at least part of it's the photos as BCK said... I'm a little frustrated there's no 'head on' shot at all, which I think would have helped with getting a good idea of what the model looks like. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027430 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aias Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 Samus is a interesting unit with a... problematic model. I want to like it, but it's just a little awkward. I wonder if maybe changing the sword to a normal grip rather than reverse might help? I want to like it, though since I'm not much for the Daemon range in the first place I'm likely the wrong audience. Â The Solar Auxilia command, though, I love. They are amazing, and I'd live to get them if I were going to build a Solar Auxilia army. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027436 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 The best thing about FW resin is that a brand new pose is just a hairdryer away. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spu00sed Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I hope the solar auxillia have an upgrade kit that allows for a full 10 man squad, with the cool helmets, and options for other special weapons. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4027657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatOneMarshal Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 The solar auxilia gave me an idea for an inquistor. Also samus kinda looks like he's dancing. Did anyone else notice the marine he's holding? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongGone Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 Yeah, it says in the description if the model that you can choose between an open hand and a mangled Astartes corpse. Â Has anyone noticed that models holding their swords out like the SA commander (like the IF commander released recently) seem to have a rather limp-wristed grip on their blades? Â Edit: typo Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028210 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slips Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 Yeah, it says in the description if the model that you can choose between an open hand and a mangled Astartes corpse. Â Has anyone noticed that models holding their swords out like the SA commander (like the IF commander released recently) seem to have a rather limp-wristed grip on their blades? Â Edit: typo Apparently, they're kinda legit based off of Fencing Poses. There was a small discussion on the subject a while back, iirc. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1ncarnadine Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 Maybe that's what they went for, but I have held that IF command model in my hands and he really does look like he's distastefully pinching his sword and is about to drop it. The thumb in particular isn't wrapped firmly around the grip at all and it looks very off. I guess he's not too worried about dropping it because it's chained to his wrist, happens all the time right?  ...that being said, it's probably the only flaw in the Imperial Fists line of otherwise incredibly nice models.  In comparison the SA Marshal looks like he has a firm grip on his sword. And oh man his cape... I doubt it is, but if it was a separate piece the lion heads would make for cool Astral Claws character conversion material. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028376 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongGone Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 Â Â Yeah, it says in the description if the model that you can choose between an open hand and a mangled Astartes corpse. Â Has anyone noticed that models holding their swords out like the SA commander (like the IF commander released recently) seem to have a rather limp-wristed grip on their blades? Â Edit: typo Apparently, they're kinda legit based off of Fencing Poses. There was a small discussion on the subject a while back, iirc. Legit in fencing maybe, but I don't imagine the "just the tip" method translates well into a broadsword-esque power sword, and definitely not with the thumb and forefinger grip the IF commander has. Â From the images, it really looks like he has a break in his wrist. I imagine an officious, pinch-faced aristocrat dandy pointing something out to his valet. Â "Look there, Winston, those ruffians dressed all in green seem to be engaged in some flim flammery!" Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028584 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quixus Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 "Indeed they do, old chap. Methinks they deserve a thorough thrashing." ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spu00sed Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 Â Â Yeah, it says in the description if the model that you can choose between an open hand and a mangled Astartes corpse. Has anyone noticed that models holding their swords out like the SA commander (like the IF commander released recently) seem to have a rather limp-wristed grip on their blades? Edit: typo Apparently, they're kinda legit based off of Fencing Poses. There was a small discussion on the subject a while back, iirc. Legit in fencing maybe, but I don't imagine the "just the tip" method translates well into a broadsword-esque power sword, and definitely not with the thumb and forefinger grip the IF commander has. From the images, it really looks like he has a break in his wrist. I imagine an officious, pinch-faced aristocrat dandy pointing something out to his valet. "Look there, Winston, those ruffians dressed all in green seem to be engaged in some flim flammery!" You say "officious, pinch-faced aristocrat dandy" Â I hear "Emperor's Children officer" Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028599 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatOneMarshal Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 After playing some bloodborne I can safely say that I love The Lord marshal. Mmy only complaint is a lack of top hat. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028700 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atia Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 i love Samus, and tbh, the paint-job isn't that bad either. also, from where does this "Trish bashing" come from? honestly, i haven't seen a "bad" model from her yet (and btw, as far as i know, she works on a big nurgle thing atm) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkimaskMohawk Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 i love Samus, and tbh, the paint-job isn't that bad either. also, from where does this "Trish bashing" come from? honestly, i haven't seen a "bad" model from her yet (and btw, as far as i know, she works on a big nurgle thing atm) Well for me the first thing is the RG contemptor, the thing is so uninspired in so many different ways. Giant Bird skull in place of aquila? Check. Bird trophies/ dangly bits because the word 'raven' has to be milked? Check. The only "inspired" part is ironically the worst; the Polynesian swirly bits that aren't seen on any other RG model. I know a lot of people dislike the tyranid one for looking too top heavy and having "platform shoes". I'm also personally not a fan of the carmine dragon's pose All subjective of course Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 And that's what it comes down to, personal taste. I think the model could be stunning with just a slight alteration of pose (again, hairdryer), and painted in a luminescent blue-grey, like an internal glow in the muscles of his skin showing through. I'd also take the risk, and give his flesh a coat of Wet Effects at the end, to make him look oddly slimy, and disgusting. The remnants of his warp-birth, perhaps. Â Don't only look to the models' inadequacy, when it's salvation requires such minimal effort to correct. Â Admit it. Some of y'all who dislike this model, are also staring at it, thinking on how to make it better. Some of you will even follow through, I bet. Â Give it a chance, is all I'm saying. Let's see what happens when someone on the board here picks one up and gets inspired, and blows all of our minds. If even those abominable 40k Cen.... cen.... *coughs up blood*.... Centurions... can be made salvageable in the hands of a creative modeler, then I think this sucker has potential as well. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028871 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatOneMarshal Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015  I don't think a paintjob is gonna save this one.I'll buy him and try a paint job and see if it's any better for you I think black skin with almost volcanic eyes would be better  I can't wait to see him!  I agree with Hynedia on this one I think that with some conversion work this guy can look awesome.  Also did anyone else notice that his rules reference daemons in age of darkness???? His rules are interesting. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kol Saresk Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 Yeah, Codex: Chaos Daemons enter Age of Darkness in Massacre with the Word Bearers. This is just continuing that theme. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306951-samus-is-here/page/2/#findComment-4028933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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