firestorm40k Posted December 29, 2025 Author Share Posted December 29, 2025 Blimey, I've really neglected this plog over the last four months, haven't I?! Well, fear not, for I have still been painting - in fact, I've had my head down and got another couple of squads done Firstly, I finished the Jump Pack Assault Intercessors and the Captain: I finished these at the end of September/start of October, and got straight into the next squads for this army - two more Intercessor Squads, plus a Chaplain. The Intercessors are 7th Company (Purple Shoulder trims), whilst the Chaplain is 4th Company (to go with the first batch of Marines I painted for this army, when I started it over two years ago! ) I'll be painting more Ashen Sentinels in the new year - I'll post details over in my blog in due course; in the meantime, enjoy these pictures, and happy new year all! Alby the Slayer, Tallarn Commander, Rockybaerboa and 14 others 5 12 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6148856 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaurdian31 Posted December 30, 2025 Share Posted December 30, 2025 These came out really well! I really like the slight skin color distortion (not sure if that is the word I am looking for but it is close) by the bionics on the Chaplain. The Assault Intercessors with jump packs and Captain came out great. Also happy to see the purple trim come back on the standard Intercessors. Great work all around! Happy New Year! The Pounder, Firedrake Cordova and firestorm40k 1 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6148929 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pounder Posted December 30, 2025 Share Posted December 30, 2025 Great job on these @firestorm40k! I reckon the new Jump Pack troops are some of the best Primaris units, you’ve done them justice. gaurdian31 and firestorm40k 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firedrake Cordova Posted December 31, 2025 Share Posted December 31, 2025 Really like how the Captain and Chaplain came out firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Ruminahui Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Those guys are all fantastic and the face (and tabard) on the Chaplain are particularly impressive. Is the jump captain a slightly darker grey than the squaddies? If so, that's a great idea to visually distinguish him from the squad, while still giving them a cohesive look. gaurdian31 and firestorm40k 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149474 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted January 1 Author Share Posted January 1 Thank you @gaurdian31, @The Pounder, @Firedrake Cordova and @Dr_Ruminahui for your kind words 1 hour ago, Dr_Ruminahui said: Is the jump captain a slightly darker grey than the squaddies? I painted him the same as the other Marines, so I'm presuming it's down to my photography set up making the picture darker He's not meant to be different to the rest Not that different, anyway So here's how my 2026 is starting off: I'm also (slowly ) building a Brutalis Dread - and head over to my blog for a little tease of what else is coming for this army Vairocanum, Alby the Slayer, Grotsmasha and 7 others 8 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149507 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaurdian31 Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 The Bruttalis Dread is one of my least favorite kits to build. It felt like there were a ton of tiny parts that didn't really need to be separate parts. I honestly at one point almost threw the thing I got so frustrated with it but I didn't because I didn't want all the previous hard work undone. Really don't like that kit, love the model though. firestorm40k and Firedrake Cordova 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
calgar101 Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 That is a great scheme, really like it! That Captain, the pose and everything about it just screams action/dynamic to me! Brilliant work so far. firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6149633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted January 12 Author Share Posted January 12 On 1/2/2026 at 4:44 PM, calgar101 said: That is a great scheme, really like it! ... Brilliant work so far. Thank you so much for your kind words, @calgar101 After procrastinating for over a week I went back to the Brutalis and assembled the arms (the pose isn't set, as I need to file inside the shoulder connections where the arms slot in to allow for easier movement): I'm also getting stuck into painting the current batch of Marines (spot the Librarian lurking in the background ). Painting these Inceptors has reminded me of how much I didn't enjoy highlighting Gravis armour when I did the Heavy Intercessors The good news is there are only six of these to do, not 10 like last time. The bad news is, I've got six Gravis armoured Marines to paint Dr_Ruminahui, Rusted Boltgun, BadgersinHills and 6 others 5 2 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6151073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkia the Bloody Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 I like the dynamic pose on the dreadnaught. But might be a pain for transport. gaurdian31, Firedrake Cordova and firestorm40k 2 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6151077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted January 12 Author Share Posted January 12 48 minutes ago, Valkia the Bloody said: I like the dynamic pose on the dreadnaught. But might be a pain for transport. Thank you Yeah I have wondered about it's stability, I may pin the standing foot, or add a bit of tactical wreckage to go under the other foot. I've a carry case with magnetic trays for this army, so long as I can make it a little more stable, I'm confident it'll survived being taken on the road for games Firedrake Cordova and gaurdian31 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6151085 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusted Boltgun Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 Love that running pose, perfect for a melee dread! I sympathise regarding the Inceptors, I only have three to do and shunted them aside to do some Intercessors! Firedrake Cordova, firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6151094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heraclite Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 couldn't agree more, the primaris range is great in terms of looks, but for painting, only the basic tacticus armor doesn't feel like a chore... I still have 5 heavy intercessors (was planning on a squad of 10 but finally settled on just the 5...) and already dread all the edges... same goes for phobos marines, but luckily, I only have 4 more to paint and don't plan on adding more. I'm sure yours will look great though ! as all their predecessors ! keep up the great work on your marines Valkia the Bloody, firestorm40k, Firedrake Cordova and 1 other 1 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6151111 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted January 27 Author Share Posted January 27 Quick update - painting wise, the armour panels are all done (through gritted teeth on the part of the Gravis armoured Inceptors ), and the undersuit, so starting the other details - shoulder pads first. I've also finished assembling the Brutalis - apart from sanding over where I filled some gaps. The pics don't make it clear, but I used some diamond-stud patterned plasticard to give the base a bit of an industrial feel. Hopefully the weather will remain clear for a day or two this week so I can get this primed - I'd like to start painting it this weekend (or start of next week if not). Firedrake Cordova, phandaal, gaurdian31 and 7 others 6 4 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6154090 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaurdian31 Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Armor is looking good and great job on completing the Brutalis! Can't wait to see that thing painted up. firestorm40k 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6154295 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pounder Posted January 30 Share Posted January 30 The basing looks like it’s gonna be cool! Looking forward to seeing the paint job on mini and base! firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6154419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Christopher Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 As always, I'm impressed with the speed and quality of your work. How many painted Sentines do you have now? The pose and base of the Brutalis are great, too. However, it's a bit of a disgrace how much putty work you had to do. At the current prices, GW really should do better with their models. The mould lines and gaps are sometimes ridiculous. I used to think that this is normal but after trying some model planes from a couple of 'dedicated' (serious?) model companies (doing mostly real world military stuff), I'm quite annoyed with Warhammer plastics. firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6154678 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted February 3 Author Share Posted February 3 On 2/1/2026 at 10:14 PM, Brother Christopher said: How many painted Sentines do you have now? Thank you all for your kind words I'm at (off the top of my head ) 66 Marines, the Redemptor and a Tank. Oh, and 10 Scouts On 2/1/2026 at 10:14 PM, Brother Christopher said: it's a bit of a disgrace how much putty work you had to do. At the current prices, GW really should do better with their models. The mould lines and gaps are sometimes ridiculous. Absolutely agree with you - I think it makes it worse that this was the first run for this model (in the Strike Force Agastus set from a couple of years back), you can kind of justify/explain or maybe even tolerate it a little when it's kit that's been around for a while (potential for wear and slippage on the molds), but it is disappointing that you have to do quite a bit of gap filling in GW kits I think that's one of the reason why nowadays I actually enjoy painting more than I do assembling miniatures, if I'm honest gaurdian31 and Firedrake Cordova 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6154999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Christopher Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 6 hours ago, firestorm40k said: Thank you all for your kind words I'm at (off the top of my head ) 66 Marines, the Redemptor and a Tank. Oh, and 10 Scouts That's a sizeable collection. And they're excellently painted, too. 6 hours ago, firestorm40k said: I think that's one of the reason why nowadays I actually enjoy painting more than I do assembling miniatures, if I'm honest In a way, that's good to hear ;) I mean to say is that I feel the same. Actually, I still have hobby-nightmares about assembling a Redemptor - it tired me out of my mind. That's also one of the reasons why I tend not to buy too much stuff as I used to and hunt for correctly-assembled models online. And on top of the problems with gaps and mould lines, there's the frankly ridiculous way GW splits miniatures on sprues - you know what I mean: a heal, shin and knee being one part, while a bit of purity seal, chain and front of the boot is another. Being someone who got into Primaris as late as I have, I still find this design philosophy exotic and awkward. I miss the old days where you had legs+torso+arms separately. But that's a bit of an off-topic, sorry for that. gaurdian31, Valkia the Bloody, firestorm40k and 1 other 4 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6155066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkia the Bloody Posted February 4 Share Posted February 4 10 hours ago, Brother Christopher said: I still find this design philosophy exotic and awkward I could not agree more. I might be getting too old for the "Lego" philosophy where you hunt down a certain part through a whole pile of sprues (like digging through a pile of Legos when assembling something). firestorm40k, gaurdian31 and Firedrake Cordova 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6155124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.A.Rorie Posted February 4 Share Posted February 4 Great Stuff! firestorm40k, Firedrake Cordova and gaurdian31 2 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6155166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted May 21 Author Share Posted May 21 Well, it’s been a little while but there hasn’t been a lot of progress to report, as basically I’ve been in a bit of a hobby slump, and didn’t have barely any motivation to do any painting if at all. But I'm getting back to it - Call to Arms is imminent, and I’d like to take part in that (doing some Knights for a change ); but first, I must finish the current batch of Marines I started back in January. These Inceptors haven’t been the most fun models I’ve ever painted (doing the Heavy Intercessors made me realise I dislike painting Gravis armour ). I’m getting there though - latest step is doing the gun shields. I deliberated over how to do them for a while. Chapter colours? Company colours? But an idea kept coming back, and I increasingly found it hard to dismiss. Because what better way to get your hobby motivation back after a slump period, than to subject yourself to the masochistic exercise that is painting hazard stripes? First picture is after the first pass - yeah, look closely, those stripes are a little wonky. But I had a plan to deal with that: chipping ) - here’s how they look now: Never underestimate how chipping effects can make almost anything look better So, can I get these done before CtA starts? Let’s see… phandaal, Firedrake Cordova, Kurgan the Lurker and 6 others 2 6 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6172203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusted Boltgun Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 Always love to see more Ashen Sentinels. And totally feel your Inceptor pain - I'm only halfway through one so far. gaurdian31 and firestorm40k 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6172207 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firedrake Cordova Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Really nice work - the shield with the hazard chevrons came out great firestorm40k and gaurdian31 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6172251 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaurdian31 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 These are looking great! Love the worn chevrons and the red on the shoulders looks great! Firedrake Cordova and firestorm40k 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/379491-ashen-sentinels-my-primaris-space-marine-army/page/10/#findComment-6172262 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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