The Void Panthers sword bro #2 DONE 27 Oct 2025

[space wolf]

Yeah i think so too. Some of it was done because i needed to cover up the corners from the chapter symbol waterslide transfer. At this point they are all covered in varnish, so theres not much i can do except accept it. Thank you for the feedback. If it continues to bother me, i may just paint over it.

[space wolf]

So aside from some minor GS work to attach all the claws and teeth to their respective ropes, this sword bro is done. Im using the bladeguard vet kit, so ill be doing these three at a time. I think 10 to 15 sword bretheren should be sufficient. Thoughts? 

 

 

Thanks for looking.

Edited October 8 by space wolf

[The Pounder]

Fantastic work!

 

I’m all thumbs when it comes to green stuff and sculpting in general!

 

Loving the head! Did you attach the spikes? It’s the old  MKIII right?

[space wolf]

7 hours ago, The Pounder said:

Fantastic work!

 

I’m all thumbs when it comes to green stuff and sculpting in general!

 

Loving the head! Did you attach the spikes? It’s the old  MKIII right?

Thank you! Yeah its an old MKIII helmet with resin spikes glued on. Just super glued them on there and dripped some "spruegoo" around the glue point to strengthen it and to make the transition seamless.

[space wolf]

So I finished up this Seneschal (Sword Bro) and almost finished uo tye 2nd one minus some minor detailing (GS work to connect the bits and bibs to the ropes and straps and such).

 

And a 360

 

Edited October 8 by space wolf

[Dr_Ruminahui]

Looking good!

 

If I were to quibble, its about the backpack standard on the last guy - the droop (in particular the bend in the middle) doesn't make sense to me.  If it were acting purely as affected by gravity, due to the tilt in the standard "pole", it should be hanging down straight onto the marine's head.  On the other hand, if it is being pushed by the wind, the bottom portions should be pushed as far back as the bend, as the parts farthest away from the "pole" on the flag are usually the parts of the flag most effected by air currents.

 

To me, its current droop/bend would make sense if there is something tieing the standard back to the "pole" at the bend point - so maybe if you added another brass ring there?

[Brother Christopher]

Great work, as always. I'm impressed that you went through the effort of altering the legs (knee pads) and tabards on the Bladeguard models. After inspecting the sprues, I was a bit apprehensive about fiddling with these but I actually might give it a go, too, when I get around to doing something with my models.

 

You've gotta love the poses, too. The BG kit offers some really cool bits and you've went with the coolest ones for these!

[space wolf]

@Dr_Ruminahui Thanks for the feedback! i see what youre saying. Well Ive finished him and made some adjustments, good looking out .

 

@Brother Christopher thanks! Yeah the bladeguard models are top notch! But i probably wont be buying aniyher one to convert. They are a bit to "chonky" for my tastes...and there is a lot of detail i have to remove, just to add it back on. On the plus side it comes with a lot of bits i can use with regular BT bodies .

 

Finished up the next guy.

 

And a 360.

 

And my new favorite senschal: 

 

A 360

Edited October 12 by space wolf

[space wolf]

Finished up my Judiciar, manged to get a copy of dawn of war: onslaught.

 

 

And a 360.

 

Wanted him to look like an old fashioned headsman or executioner. I waffle back and forth if the axe head is just too comically big.  Thoughts? Thanks for looking.

Edited October 13 by space wolf

[Valkia the Bloody]

He is wearing power armour and the axe is as much ceremonial as for use. Therefore, the axe is fine, in my opinion. 

[Brother Christopher]

Oh, yeah, it is comically big but it's also awesome. He has a commanding presence and the axe is what the original model needed. I've always felt that the BG Ancient is a cool model in theory but he was a bit too static and I never really liked it, beyond the theory.

 

Replacing the reliquary-banner thingy with a ridiculous executioner's axe 'fixed' the miniature. The model gives of an aura of stoic gravitas. I love it.

[Dr. Clock]

Somehow this log gets more epic on the daily. Kudos.
 

Cheers,

 

The Good Doctor.

[space wolf]

On 10/14/2025 at 4:55 AM, Brother Christopher said:

Replacing the reliquary-banner thingy with a ridiculous executioner's axe 'fixed' the miniature. The model gives of an aura of stoic gravitas. I love it.

Thats one of the nicest compliments ive ever gotten for my work. Thank you!

 

On 10/15/2025 at 8:26 PM, Dr. Clock said:

Somehow this log gets more epic on the daily. Kudos.
 

Cheers,

 

The Good Doctor.

Wow! And herea a 2nd one! You gentlemen are too kind!

 

So ive based and primed all thr minis and ill be slapping some paint on soon. In the mean time, heres another Seneschal (Sword Bro) for your perusal.

And a 360

 

Since i already made a judiciar, i figured id use the model for something else. I think it came out pretty well. Unsure about the head, but realistically, i dont think i can really do anything about it now. Thoughts? Thanks for looking.

[Firedrake Cordova]

It's amazing how a hand/gun and head swap can completely change a model (I like the Necron trophy, too)

[space wolf]

Totally true, its funny what small changes can do to a model.

 

So i finished up one of the models, and i thought maybe some of you would like a view into my painting process. So we start with a black primed model and base coat it with Dark Prussian Blue from Vallejo Model Color (or similar from another paint range)

 

The we volumetrically highlight with 50/50 Dark Prussian Blue and Blue Violet (Vallejo again)

Then another highlight with pure blue violet.

Then a 3rd and final highlight with a 70/20/10 mix of titanium white (proacryl)/blue violet/dark prussian blue. We will also paint all the leather Saddle Brown (Reaper).

then scratchy highlight the leather with Pale Sand (Vallejo).

Then, we just tint the leather with a thin coat Contrast Snakebite Leather (Citadel).

 

From there its pretty standard painting.

 

Seneschal Datuun

- "Your skill with your sword is admirable, 'green one,' but it will not halt your destruction." - Datuun to Aeldari Scorpion Exarch during the SHATTERED MOON CAMPAIGN

 

 

And a 360

 

Thoughts? Thanks for looking.

 

Edited October 22 by space wolf

[W.A.Rorie]

Amazing as always, @space wolf

[The Pounder]

Awesome job! He looks amazing.

 

 

[space wolf]

@W.A.Rorie Thanks brother, i really appreciate it!

 

@The Pounder thank you! Im very happy with him, i think there arent enough alternative melee weapon models, so really pleased how the mace turned out.

 

Finished up the next seneschal: Seneschal Kitaar.

 

"Your blood is barely worth spilling. However, in the name if Hemperator, I will oblige." - Seneschal Kitaar to rogue PDF platoon during the KHITAI INSURRECTION.

 

 

And a 360

 

Thoughts? Thanks for looking!

Edited yesterday at 05:20 PM by space wolf

[Firedrake Cordova]

Really nice work. The freehand on the rag and the tilting shield are really nice, as is the set-dressing and photography

[W.A.Rorie]

So nice

[The Pounder]

Like @Firedrake Cordova said, your background really adds to the immersion of the piece and really sells the story!

 

Fantastic work as always!