depthcharge12 Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 I'm back at it again folks. I can't stop converting to make new characters for my legion: http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac316/treacyjohn2/5351e245b31f811351b26d9873b6f40b_zpsf9zk8y33.jpg It's hard to see because I just primed him, so I threw on a filter to pick out the details for the moment. I will begin painting him shortly. I've scraped off most of the "=" from the =][= signs on Hector Rex to change them into the Roman numeral I for the first legion. The only ones I've left on are on the shield because I feared that it would look silly without it. Comments? Suggestions? Thanks Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Golem Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 How many is that now? ;) characters are the most fun to make, can't blame you. It looks good from what I can see, I kind of still see him as the Inquisitor but only because that's all I know him as, when it's painted up I can't imagine that'll be an issue. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081234 Share on other sites More sharing options...
depthcharge12 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 How many is that now? ;) characters are the most fun to make, can't blame you. It looks good from what I can see, I kind of still see him as the Inquisitor but only because that's all I know him as, when it's painted up I can't imagine that'll be an issue. Yeah this is number 4... *runs to hide other projects* I might make some rules for him, I plan on giving him some fluff for sure. He's one of he few remaining first made legionaries that aren't interred in a dreadnought chassis. This is a pretty big deal considering he would've fought directly under the Emperor during Terra and the Unification Wars. I believe it was mentioned somewhere that the early first legion never had a "First Commander" because that spot was taken by the Emps...can't remember where I read that, I think it was possibly from Astelan in AoD. His blade's name is Cu Chulainn for those of you who know that mythology....I think I should have it be a personal gift from the Emperor to him as a special token of honor, similar to Garro's twin eagle curiass. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Why not make him one of the 'modified' mortal I Legion, like Luther? He already has the size and scale for a altered human, and the armour looks suitably ancient, yet familiar. Hell, I'd go even further, and make him more oriented towards a Caliban-ite look, and ditch any Imperial symbols all together. He would make a cool commander for a traitor Dark Angel group, leading up to Caliban's demise. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daemon2027 Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 I have to agree with Hyaenidae's comments. Making him an altered Cailanbite would be awesome. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081390 Share on other sites More sharing options...
depthcharge12 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Why not make him one of the 'modified' mortal I Legion, like Luther? He already has the size and scale for a altered human, and the armour looks suitably ancient, yet familiar. Hell, I'd go even further, and make him more oriented towards a Caliban-ite look, and ditch any Imperial symbols all together. He would make a cool commander for a traitor Dark Angel group, leading up to Caliban's demise. :) Hmm interesting proposition...I'm not a huge fan of traitor Angels (I don't like the Chaos-ification and spiky aesthetic) but it's worth a try. I mean my original crew was the possible descendants of the Astral Claws. So maybe a cast off group? I like the idea of him being one of the older knights; he's got the greyish white hair and old man strength. I'm thinking possible fluff for the blade master of one of the Orders? Possibly even the one who trained the Lion in sword techniques during his stay on Caliban? The name for him is the speedbump at the moment. I like the name Vesimyr (Geralt's old head ;)). However most names for the 1st Legion are keeping to a Judaic/Biblical angel theme. For the name for a teacher in Hebrew is Rabbi...so possibly Rabbas? Other than that I can only think of Malthiel, the Angel of Death. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081601 Share on other sites More sharing options...
marine7312000 Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Why not make him one of the 'modified' mortal I Legion, like Luther? He already has the size and scale for a altered human, and the armour looks suitably ancient, yet familiar. Hell, I'd go even further, and make him more oriented towards a Caliban-ite look, and ditch any Imperial symbols all together. He would make a cool commander for a traitor Dark Angel group, leading up to Caliban's demise. Hmm interesting proposition...I'm not a huge fan of traitor Angels (I don't like the Chaos-ification and spiky aesthetic) but it's worth a try. I mean my original crew was the possible descendants of the Astral Claws. So maybe a cast off group? I like the idea of him being one of the older knights; he's got the greyish white hair and old man strength. I'm thinking possible fluff for the blade master of one of the Orders? Possibly even the one who trained the Lion in sword techniques during his stay on Caliban? The name for him is the speedbump at the moment. I like the name Vesimyr (Geralt's old head ). However most names for the 1st Legion are keeping to a Judaic/Biblical angel theme. For the name for a teacher in Hebrew is Rabbi...so possibly Rabbas? Other than that I can only think of Malthiel, the Angel of Death. Vesimyr. You simply must. And now you have me wanting make a Geralt...... Or Letho..... Damn you...... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Why not make him one of the 'modified' mortal I Legion, like Luther? He already has the size and scale for a altered human, and the armour looks suitably ancient, yet familiar. Hell, I'd go even further, and make him more oriented towards a Caliban-ite look, and ditch any Imperial symbols all together. He would make a cool commander for a traitor Dark Angel group, leading up to Caliban's demise. Hmm interesting proposition...I'm not a huge fan of traitor Angels (I don't like the Chaos-ification and spiky aesthetic) but it's worth a try. I mean my original crew was the possible descendants of the Astral Claws. So maybe a cast off group? I like the idea of him being one of the older knights; he's got the greyish white hair and old man strength. I'm thinking possible fluff for the blade master of one of the Orders? Possibly even the one who trained the Lion in sword techniques during his stay on Caliban? The name for him is the speedbump at the moment. I like the name Vesimyr (Geralt's old head ). However most names for the 1st Legion are keeping to a Judaic/Biblical angel theme. For the name for a teacher in Hebrew is Rabbi...so possibly Rabbas? Other than that I can only think of Malthiel, the Angel of Death. Astelan was hardly evil, just misguided. No spikeys, no corruption. Just a man who made a crappy choice, and gets to live (and die) with it. And, Cypher, of course. I see no pantheon stars on his plate. A Fallen Angel is no more evil than you choose to make him. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081764 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Make it like lucifer in dantes inferno. He simply could not bow down and love man and for that he was cast from heaven. There's the original Fallen Angel and there's no need for chaosification Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081796 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Make it like lucifer in dantes inferno. He simply could not bow down and love man and for that he was cast from heaven. There's the original Fallen Angel and there's no need for chaosification That. Is. Sublime. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Edit: repost Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081866 Share on other sites More sharing options...
depthcharge12 Posted June 11, 2015 Author Share Posted June 11, 2015 Why not make him one of the 'modified' mortal I Legion, like Luther? He already has the size and scale for a altered human, and the armour looks suitably ancient, yet familiar. Hell, I'd go even further, and make him more oriented towards a Caliban-ite look, and ditch any Imperial symbols all together. He would make a cool commander for a traitor Dark Angel group, leading up to Caliban's demise. :) Hmm interesting proposition...I'm not a huge fan of traitor Angels (I don't like the Chaos-ification and spiky aesthetic) but it's worth a try. I mean my original crew was the possible descendants of the Astral Claws. So maybe a cast off group? I like the idea of him being one of the older knights; he's got the greyish white hair and old man strength. I'm thinking possible fluff for the blade master of one of the Orders? Possibly even the one who trained the Lion in sword techniques during his stay on Caliban? The name for him is the speedbump at the moment. I like the name Vesimyr (Geralt's old head ;)). However most names for the 1st Legion are keeping to a Judaic/Biblical angel theme. For the name for a teacher in Hebrew is Rabbi...so possibly Rabbas? Other than that I can only think of Malthiel, the Angel of Death. Vesimyr. You simply must. And now you have me wanting make a Geralt......Or Letho..... Damn you...... #teamLetho4life That's why I like the Witcher because it's analogous to the beast hunters of Caliban. Make it like lucifer in dantes inferno. He simply could not bow down and love man and for that he was cast from heaven. There's the original Fallen Angel and there's no need for chaosification It seems I owe you a second drink ol' buddy. That's a great idea. But should he defy the Lion or the Emps? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081886 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Defy them both. For Caliban, and her people. Freedom or death. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Consider it a god complex the lion was for the emperor the emperor was for man Luther was for caliban. But no one was there for the marines laying down their lives for Luther for the lion for the emperor for humanity or for caliban. A soldier enhanced to the pinnacle of near god hood but not quite there due to age, and watching his full fledged battle brothers die one after another with no true glory but a laurel and an engraving upon a plaque. No one would truly remember their sacrifice or understand what was forfeited to them for this necessary duty. So he turned upon everyone to let his brothers be free Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4081913 Share on other sites More sharing options...
depthcharge12 Posted June 11, 2015 Author Share Posted June 11, 2015 So maybe a more charismatic officer type that cares about his men? I hope that's not too cliche :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4082002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 How about an officer that starts off caring for his men but becomes a tyrant In order to earn your freedom you have to beat others into submission, so in short the establishment he rebels from he in turn becomes Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4082056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 So maybe a more charismatic officer type that cares about his men? I hope that's not too cliche The thing is, such charisma would take a different path on Caliban. For a society that enshrined the warrior-houses of their world for holding back the monsters that lurk in the depths, I would assume his rebellion could easily be born from the original knighthood oaths of ancient Caliban. Their oaths were to the people, though the Orders. Their stance was to defend the defenseless. Now, it's the entirety of Caliban that is defenseless against the deforestation and annihilation way of life of the homeworld. The people have no say. This is tyranny. The world is dying, and the Imperium doesn't care. Neither does Luther, who is reclusive and trucks with madness. Caliban survived Old Night without the Imperium. It can stand again. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/309100-yet-another-da-praetor-conversionsrsly/#findComment-4082146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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