Baffy Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 I went down to my local store in need of scouts to convert into neophytes. Deem of my surprise when they only had one box in store and the next delivery was due in three weeks. I can't wait three weeks i said, didn't purchase anything and went home and picked out the bits box. This is the early result. I'd say it works, what do you think? http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h85/gabaff/Templars/neophyte_front1.jpg I also got this guy done yesterday. Big thanks to Bloodsbane for making the GS work. http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h85/gabaff/Templars/champ_left_macro.jpg http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h85/gabaff/Templars/champ_right_macro.jpg http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h85/gabaff/Templars/champ_front_macro2.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Angelus Sanctus Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 The EC from what i can tell looks great, well done :devil: As for the Neophyte, id definitely recommend taking the backpack off as it makes it look a tad bit top heavy and i think you'll be set. Nice use of the Cadian bare heads (vs the new scout ones). Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032760 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferrata Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 I agree with Angelus that the backpack needs to be changed. If you want a backpack on them, I've thought about attempting to try the following: Take a normal SM backback and cut of the vents. You now have a streamlined backpack Turn the backpack upside down. Place it on the marines back. The only problem is that is hands a little too low, but there is a second hole (although smaller) lower down the pack. If you make this larger to fit onto the pin, it should look good on the scouts. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Angelus Sanctus Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 Although i have no idea how practical this idea would be, although it is a continuation of Ferrata's idea: Do what Ferrata suggested, but IF you intend to use the SM PA torso, file down the back section so you dont have the 'connection' for the back pack and then glue it into place. No idea if it would work, but it will decrease some of the 'back mass' slightly. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032770 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baffy Posted June 17, 2006 Author Share Posted June 17, 2006 Yeah, the backpack is iffing me too even if it is smaller than regular. I couldn't remember if scouts had backpacks or not and was too lazy to do a 30 second search on the net. I'll probably cut that one away and make the rest without packs (or some alot smaller rucksack things instead) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032780 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demoulius Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 well, tbh a nice solution would be to add the scout backpack on the new sprue (the square one :angry:) it looks like a small bundle packed with food and such, and would look alot better than the iffy sm backpack on the smaller scout :lol: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032861 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Atheos Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 I agree with everyone about the scouts, a loss of backpack would be a good idea, and i have one tiny criticism of the EC... I couldnt help but notice that the BT cross on the sword was a bit odd. If you look, i'd have thought you'd have rotated it another 90 degrees clockwise. That minor issue aside good stuff and great use of resources. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032915 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelos Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 Yes, definently lose the backpack on the neph, but theat champ is awesome nice work with the plasticard, 'specially on the sword! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1032968 Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnum_opera Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 The Scout is yeah, a bit too top-heavy with the backpack. Really nice look though, especially just from random bitz. Of course, you'll have to hold out and buy the new ones (online?) or make ALL your scouts like that one. The EC looks nice, just needs to be cleaned up a bit . He looks like he's leaning forward way too much though, like he's about to fall over. Put him back farther on the base or use normal legs. If you decide to use the assault legs though, his left foot is at a really bizarre angle and needs to be fixed. Also, straighten out the Templar cross on the sword. Really nice though. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1033040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baffy Posted June 18, 2006 Author Share Posted June 18, 2006 No problems about making more scouts. Got plenty of those bits in my bit boxes after building 3000 pts IG and SM chests shouldn't be a problem either :) The EC does seem to topple over, doesn't he? That's what i said too when he was made. I'll see if i can't correct that. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1033595 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artimis Vergadin Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Looks good except for the backpack. Seriously looks off, otherwise a lovely scout! Artimis Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/89778-bt-neophyte-wip-and-an-emp-champ-wip/#findComment-1033731 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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