Sandalphon Posted May 23, 2020 Share Posted May 23, 2020 Those axe wraiths are killer! Ive been tempted to jump back into Eldar after being a heavy 2E player & painter, and this unit is one of the reasons. Seeing them painted this well is even more inspiring Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5525935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverShire Posted May 23, 2020 Share Posted May 23, 2020 There is no doubt that that axes are brutal and the d3 damage is very nice, on too many occasions I roll a 1 or 2 on them for 1 damage on other Dd3 weapons. For me the variable wound output at a negative to hit isn't worth the extra 50pts (off the top of my head so may be wrong) for a unit of 5. Having said that I haven't used wraithblades and experience on the tabletop trumps theorising using the data sheets Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5525966 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted May 25, 2020 Author Share Posted May 25, 2020 Those axe wraiths are killer! Ive been tempted to jump back into Eldar after being a heavy 2E player & painter, and this unit is one of the reasons. Seeing them painted this well is even more inspiring I think those Wraith models overall are the reason I got back into Eldar. (The last time I played Eldar the Wraiths were metal. lol) Thanks for the compliment. There is no doubt that that axes are brutal and the d3 damage is very nice, on too many occasions I roll a 1 or 2 on them for 1 damage on other Dd3 weapons. For me the variable wound output at a negative to hit isn't worth the extra 50pts (off the top of my head so may be wrong) for a unit of 5. Having said that I haven't used wraithblades and experience on the tabletop trumps theorising using the data sheets I think you might be missing the point reduction from a Chapter Approved in there. I would argue the game has become so fantastically destructive since Psychic Awakening started that it's incredibly hard to get into close combat with Wraiths now. I was using a Serpent, but wow your model count starts to shrink fast. On foot, or on a transport, I find the Shields + Protect are vital. Missing with the axes is silly. And yea the D3 would be so much better as Damage 2, but I believe this is why they put the costs down. That being said new craftworld abilities, and new abilities to increase number of attacks does help level out those issues. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5528769 Share on other sites More sharing options...
INKS Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Your Eldar look amazing! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5539551 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted June 11, 2020 Author Share Posted June 11, 2020 Thank you very much! Still waiting on 9th before I start anything new though. Who knows what's going to work. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5539621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted November 25, 2020 Author Share Posted November 25, 2020 It's been a while, and I've been putting a lot of time into different units that needed attention. I finally got around to finishing my foot Farseer: Dosjetka, The Yncarne, Mordas and 9 others 12 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636129 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reskin Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 (edited) Let me start by saying you're colour scheme, and entire army look superb. I'm not smert enuff to think of more adjectives that adequately describe the beauty of your models. Now that I've said that, I want to nit pick and point out the 2 gems on the crown/neck arch, at the back of the helmet... did you not intend to do those to the level of the ones on his/her back around the cloak? I've also ran out of likes, so I'll be back tomorrow to like the rest of the pics! Edited November 25, 2020 by Reskin Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636190 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Coolpants Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 This kicks assssss! Did you mask off and airbrush the cloak? Or was it hydro dipped? Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mordas Posted November 25, 2020 Share Posted November 25, 2020 stunning work Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636375 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share Posted November 26, 2020 Let me start by saying you're colour scheme, and entire army look superb. I'm not smert enuff to think of more adjectives that adequately describe the beauty of your models. Now that I've said that, I want to nit pick and point out the 2 gems on the crown/neck arch, at the back of the helmet... did you not intend to do those to the level of the ones on his/her back around the cloak? I've also ran out of likes, so I'll be back tomorrow to like the rest of the pics! Thanks for the comment! To answer your question: At first the top 'bumps' on the rear crown were getting the gemstone treatment, but it didn't look good to me with the purple of the crown lightning to 'pinkish' hues. So I just left them as a non- distraction. So no, they aren't painted as gemstones. This kicks assssss! Did you mask off and airbrush the cloak? Or was it hydro dipped? I just used a basic painters tape to start the design. There are quite a few different techniques applied to this, including airbrush, freehand, tape, and home made glazes for different 'cluster' colours. (Probably very hard to see in that bright picture). stunning work Thanks very much! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reskin Posted November 26, 2020 Share Posted November 26, 2020 You could do them like the blue gems you have though? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share Posted November 26, 2020 You could do them like the blue gems you have though? I tried it, but those 'bumps' don't have a true edge (like the other ones edged in gold), and I soon realized it just didn't do well in a different colour.... it's a personal preference really. It's up to you if you paint one.... personally it looked too busy. There's a lot of colour on that figure. Reskin 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636742 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reskin Posted November 27, 2020 Share Posted November 27, 2020 Yeah fair enough, you obviously know best, Its a fantastically painted mini, such a cool scheme. I just seen the bumps and wondered why is all. You should submit that to GW man, get that in whitedwarf or something. Its spectacular! Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrawlingCleaner Posted November 27, 2020 Share Posted November 27, 2020 This Farseer is incredible Prot, really amazing stuff. Genuinely can't wait to see more of your eldar! Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636982 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted November 27, 2020 Author Share Posted November 27, 2020 Thanks guys. Right now I'm trying to make a new list that is playable using some units I like. At the dawn of 9th, and up until now, I've found the best performing unit in the codex to be the Wave Serpent. I call it my 'bumper cars' list. It's fantastically boring, and has me at about a 80% win rate. It is very successful because it's doing something Eldar don't do well inherently; get to an area of the board, and not die. Although it's successful I had to stop using it. It was frustrating for opponents, as I would smash their lines with the Serpents, hold up tanks, try to contest objectives, score Engage, and try to get as much scoring done on my side of the table. (I really do miss Maelstrom the more I play 9th but that's another story.) I would like to go back to some more interesting builds, but so far the become 'fun' lists and picked off pretty badly. We'll see. Right now I'm gluing together two War Walkers... not sure what to arm them with, and the weapons don't seem too friendly for magnets. Any thoughts? TrawlingCleaner 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5636992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrawlingCleaner Posted November 27, 2020 Share Posted November 27, 2020 Eldar lists are a bit of a weird one IMO, most units are sub-par or niche but the good units generally are obnoxious, Wave Serpents are number 1 on this list. War Walkers are great, they're great as a standalone unit just to annoy/tie up units but also deal decent damage. I prefer Starcannons on them as although they're not as high strength or dmg, they've higher shot count so need less babysitting. For only 10 points a pair more than Shuriken Star Cannons really put the boot in against Marines. Fire Prisms rock, basically have the Russ special rule of moving half and firing twice is very good if you've got Guide/Doom on them. The middle profile ruins most things and now the bottom profile has Blast it's very good vs orks etc. I really rate Falcons too, more vehicles should get Pulse Lasers IMO. Falcons are very much of a sleeper hit for me a lot like Razorbacks. I'm sure as you already know as you use them a lot but: Wriathblades with axe and shield are very difficult to shift especially when paired with Protect (2+, 3++) Although I don't have a great track record with them, Banshees can have a place IMO, mainly for tying up or harrasing backfield units that really don't want to be in combat. Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5637003 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted November 27, 2020 Author Share Posted November 27, 2020 Thanks TC! Yes you're right, I play Wraith unit heavy lists typically. I started doing this in 8th but as 9th rounded the corner they got better. But not because of power, or ability, but more so because of how they play the Primary role. I always use them now. I'm shocked how many 'internet famous', 'competitive' players don't use them, or don't use them correctly. But I'm a bit of a sucker for the Wraith units so I confess I use them to my detriment (even the WraithKnight! He is fun for the eldar version of Auspex scan though!) Thanks for the direction on the Walkers. I will definitely try putting them in reserves with Starcannons, but out of curiousity have you been able to do a swappable weapon mount? I hesitate to glue them on. On the Fire Prism I keep seeing them in batreps, and competitive lists, but it appears it's one of those three or nothing selections. Would you agree? I only own one. In 8th I always used 2-3 Night Spinners. I really do like those, but only use 1 now due to the cost increase. I could proxy them for Fire Prisms for a test.... 3 is hard to fit in my Wraith list though. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5637106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Coolpants Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 (edited) For the war walkers. I actually hate the weapon mounts. I think it looks soooo much better using the wave serpent ones. Not my work (mine are just primed and under tons of stuff in the attic) https://images.app.goo.gl/RtaFEDJanPiqExcf9 But this person had the same idea. Im also a huge fan of wraith heavy lists. Why i was sad to find out the wraithseer is no longer a HQ choice, used to love fielding it with 3 other wraithlords way back when. Seems GW/FW are ruining all my Aeldari fun (after literally killing my corsairs) Edited December 1, 2020 by Captain Coolpants Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5638592 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Yncarne Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 Board and sword wraiths are the only unit that worked for me to take and hold mid-field objectives in the 3 games of 9th I played using Craftworlds. The rest of the army ran around trying to achieve secondaries. Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5638613 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted December 3, 2020 Author Share Posted December 3, 2020 Great idea on the weapon mounts. I will have to visit how he did that. I would probably leave the weapons 'uncovered' so they were easier to swap out with various loadouts. I still love the sword n' board myself, and as soon as I deviate from that it gets ugly. I spent a ton of time painting my Ynncarne and really find it frustrating to get him in a game without throwing the whole list sideways (I understand he works better with Harlies, but I'm really trying to avoid the incredibly popular Harlie buillds.) The Yncarne 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5639562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterAO Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Magnetize the weapon shields as well, that is what I did. Prot 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5639688 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted December 4, 2020 Author Share Posted December 4, 2020 Magnetize the weapon shields as well, that is what I did. Seriously? Do you have pictures of this? I don't know if I have the skill or type of magnets handy but for right now my 2 walkers are sitting on a shelf without any weapons mounts. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5639757 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterAO Posted December 5, 2020 Share Posted December 5, 2020 These are my wasp assault walkers, but they should work just as well as an example (I hope): Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5640453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Posted December 6, 2020 Share Posted December 6, 2020 This is how i did mine. Hope it helps you. Mordas and Karhedron 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5640678 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mordas Posted December 6, 2020 Share Posted December 6, 2020 What size magnets are those Dread? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/360189-prots-awakening-a-tale-of-my-eldar-folly/page/8/#findComment-5641058 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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