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Brother Vidius

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With the release of Betrayal at Calth I thought it's about time to start a new legion. I've got roughly 6k of Iron Warriors so decided I'd need a loyalist force! I toyed with a few legions before settling on the Dark Angels. They were my first ever 40K army many years ago and ever since then I've had a soft spot for them.

Obviously at the moment they don't have their own rules, not long to wait on them though, so I'll be running Pride of the Legion. I picked up two of the new boxes, DA Chaplain, some DA pads, some helmets and also a box of the 40K vets.

I've not yet written a list but my troops choices will be two veteran squads. The first squad is made up of Terran veterans:

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0104_zpsjrdr8tim.jpg

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0105_zpsefqc4apd.jpg

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0106_zpsn6lrz2ya.jpg

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0103_zps61scs9ic.jpg

I've mixed in parts from a few kits as well as resin parts. I want them to look unique!

Second squad will be a Calibanite squad, which will include robed marines.

Here's my Praetor, he's just the model from the Dark Vengeance kit witha simple head swap. Pretty basic but he will do for the moment. Will probably be relegated to a veteran sergeant in the future:

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0101_zps1gukoezz.jpg

I'm going to be using an airbrush to paint the black power armour. Does anyone have a reasonably easy recipe for this? I'm a complete newbie when it comes to airbrushing.

Thanks! msn-wink.gif

Dantioch Veteran

Dantioch

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Looking forward to seeing some Dark Angels, its looking good so far man! 

If you're looking for airbrush tips concerning DA look over at Battle Bunnies, I'm sure they used FW's recipe for their Legion in a day post with an airbrush. 

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Brother Vidius

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Thanks all!

 

Just working on a Calibanite squad of veterans at the moment, this time with double melta and a powerfist! Going to have them robed for the most part!

 

Thinking this will be a challenge as I'm not great at painting black so looking forward to testing my skills

Saphrael Battle-Brother

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Welcome to the glorious First! Always good to have more DA, but prepare for perpetual disappointment. It's our lot in life.

I just desperately wish the Betrayal at Calth box had Mk II or Mk III armour. I'm not a fan of Mk IV, but desperately need a cheap way to pad out my DA. Currently 10 marines with chainswords, bolters and all DA upgrades costs AU$332.63 with shipping sad.png

Slips Venerable Brother

Slips

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*shuts the train carriage door, Padlocks it*

 

Welcome aboard! Get yourself comfortable, you're never leaving again!

 

:p

 

No but really. Welcome and have fun! Just a few more months and we'll know when DA/BA/WS are getting their rules so you've joined at the right time!

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@Saphrael-yeah I prefer MK II and III as well. I think they fit the DA really well. I've mixed in a few parts. I'll also be using MK II and III marines in a few tactical squads.

@Slipstreams-thanks for the welcome although I have been "part of the ship, part of the crew" for a while now tongue.png I've got 6,000pts of 30K Iron Warriors as well as a couple of other 30K forces. Looking forward to seeing what rules the DA get!

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Looking forward to seeing some Dark Angels, its looking good so far man! 

If you're looking for airbrush tips concerning DA look over at Battle Bunnies, I'm sure they used FW's recipe for their Legion in a day post with an airbrush. 

 

Any source for that FW recipe? Can't seem to find it.

Slips Venerable Brother

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@Saphrael-yeah I prefer MK II and III as well. I think they fit the DA really well. I've mixed in a few parts. I'll also be using MK II and III marines in a few tactical squads.

@Slipstreams-thanks for the welcome although I have been "part of the ship, part of the crew" for a while now tongue.png I've got 6,000pts of 30K Iron Warriors as well as a couple of other 30K forces. Looking forward to seeing what rules the DA get!

You have?!? Where the hell are your manacle- sorry nevermind >_>

Sooo yeah. Dark Angels /awkwardsmile

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Dantioch

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Looking forward to seeing some Dark Angels, its looking good so far man!

If you're looking for airbrush tips concerning DA look over at Battle Bunnies, I'm sure they used FW's recipe for their Legion in a day post with an airbrush.

Any source for that FW recipe? Can't seem to find it.

Just went looking for it and looks like I misread, they were mimicking FW's theme, my bad. Try giving FW email if you're looking for a recipe they usually send a list of paints used biggrin.png

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Brother Vidius

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Just a quick update, I've managed to do some work on my second Veteran squad. These are Calibanite marines, hence the robes!

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0115_zpsb4lclo9x.jpg

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0109_zps7iizubw6.jpg

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0120_zpsxygqgaqg.jpg

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0119_zpsnlzbrkwz.jpg

 

 

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Brother Vidius

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Just a quick update. Work has slowed unfortunately due to work. I'm aiming to get these guys based over the next couple of days and then begin work on the Cataphractii. Was hoping to get the first squad primed and then break out the airbrush but the weather has taken a turn for the worse so not sure if I'll manage this.

 

I'll need to order some airbrush paints, what would you guys recommend?

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Vallejo air colour all the way - often doesn't need much thinning and covers beautifully.

 

Looking forward to see how these come out, and great to see someone with a similar idea to differentiate between Terran and Calibanite :D

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Thanks all!

 

I shall be placing an order after Christmas, will be adding some armour to my DA. Most likely in the form of a Spartan to transport my Cataphractii. I'm still undecided on weapons for them but thinking two plasma blasters, couple of combi plasma and some chainfists. Think a lot of plasma fits the DA hence the inclusion.

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Time for an update! The weather has finally turned so I have managed to get a squad primed and ready to paint! I've decided I'll do the infantry by hand and then attempt to airbrush the vehicles. I also have some weathering powders I'd like to use. What colour do you think for the bases? I normally do a grey base but might not suit the dark colour of the armour.

Cataphractii squad:

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0172_zpsl6d6xnba.jpg

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0173_zpslttfqwbb.jpg

These are very WIP, still some cleaning up to do on them. I've ordered more of the spiked pads. This kit is absolutely stunning! A real pleasure to put together.

Thanks for looking! msn-wink.gif

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Here are my first two test marines. I don't like painting black so this is going to be a challenge. Not sure I'm 100% happy with the outcome. The bases will be done in a reddish brown colour and weathering powders will be added:

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0180_zpskgruwoxx.jpg

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0181_zps7w42yhtn.jpg

 

http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh567/Vidius22/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0182_zpsx91vnp3f.jpg

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