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Title: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Ckudola on 11 August 2016, 04:27:07 AM
I'm a big fan of the Warmaster rules and I've started to add an army of Dwarfs to my 10mm fantasy collection. Let me know what you think and any tips would be appreciated. More to come soon!

First up a unit of warriors

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3467_zps3knphweg.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3467_zps3knphweg.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3468_zpsg2zk1ysj.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3468_zpsg2zk1ysj.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3470_zps1iwjwroh.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3470_zps1iwjwroh.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3473_zpsdferzydf.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3473_zpsdferzydf.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3477_zpsdkrbpc9z.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3477_zpsdkrbpc9z.jpg.html)

Next, the guys who never miss arm day but always grab a beer (or 20) after, the Slayers

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3479_zpshvq6q5kb.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3479_zpshvq6q5kb.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3485_zpszinixl5p.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3485_zpszinixl5p.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3489_zpsynqsjqcq.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3489_zpsynqsjqcq.jpg.html)

Finally, a unit of Thunders

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3494_zpsaynm7wrw.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3494_zpsaynm7wrw.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3495_zpsufhpfqyl.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3495_zpsufhpfqyl.jpg.html)

(http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad334/ckudola/IMG_3499_zpsyeg1au4v.jpg) (http://s949.photobucket.com/user/ckudola/media/IMG_3499_zpsyeg1au4v.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Techno on 11 August 2016, 05:31:28 AM
Very nicely done, CK.  :)

Only tip I'd give is perhaps to be a little bolder with the highlights. (?)
Don't listen to me, though. Wait for someone who paints more than one figure every couple of years.  X_X

Cheers - Phil
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Duke Speedy of Leighton on 11 August 2016, 06:45:40 AM
They are rather good, I like the muted realistic tones. 8)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: petercooman on 11 August 2016, 07:09:04 AM
 :-bd :-bd :-bd :-bd :-bd :-bd :-bd
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: toxicpixie on 11 August 2016, 08:59:35 AM
Cracking - they look excellent :)

If you like the muted look, then they're spot on, if you prefer "brash and bold" in your fantasy I might do as Phil suggests and use a slightly brighter colour to make them pop. But I like them as is :D
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: nikharwood on 11 August 2016, 10:22:33 AM
Very nicely done 8)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Lord Kermit of Birkenhead on 11 August 2016, 10:39:26 AM
Quote from: nikharwood on 11 August 2016, 10:22:33 AM
Very nicely done 8)

Demonstrating your preference for redheads again Nik

IanS  ;)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: skywalker on 11 August 2016, 11:17:18 AM
Nice paint job  =D> =D> =D> :-bd :-bd
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: nikharwood on 11 August 2016, 04:47:35 PM
Quote from: ianrs54 on 11 August 2016, 10:39:26 AM
Demonstrating your preference for redheads again Nik

IanS  ;)

Yeah - but I like mine *without* beards, Ian ;)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Glorfindel on 11 August 2016, 06:07:34 PM
They're really good - well done.   I regularly play Warmaster and these
units do look excellent.   I like the linked basing.

I would echo the earlier comments about adding a lighter colour as
a highlight - I think you will be surprised how effective this is.

The only other suggestion I would make is to perhaps spend time on
the flags as these will be a real focus point.  I would pick a theme
(classic GW Dwarf, Celtic, Lord of the Rings or Norse for example) and
print a few designs off the net for ideas or to use as a base to paint up.

Just a thought.


Phil
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Leon on 11 August 2016, 06:16:15 PM
These look really good, nicely done!

8)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: paulr on 11 August 2016, 07:43:00 PM
 :-bd =D> :-bd
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Ckudola on 11 August 2016, 08:59:35 PM
I agree about the flags, they do look bit plain. I've got an old Dwarf codex knocking about, I'll see what inspiration I can draw from there.
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: toxicpixie on 12 August 2016, 08:54:33 AM
They do look like mountains though - maybe "the same, but more striking"? If that's doable :D

Also, get me a coffee and danish and sweep the floor whilst you're doing it. Thanks!
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Ckudola on 12 August 2016, 08:30:10 PM
Part of the problem is I painted the banners green, when I should have gone for a more contrasting color like red or black. We'll the great thing about 10mm and warmaster is that there is always another unit to paint up ;)
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: andys on 12 August 2016, 10:55:36 PM
Maybe add a gold edge to the banners. Dwarves like gold  :D
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: Ckudola on 13 August 2016, 03:09:25 AM
That's a great idea. Easy and quick. I'll add the border and resubmit the results.
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: FierceKitty on 13 August 2016, 03:27:15 AM
Quote from: andys on 12 August 2016, 10:55:36 PM
Maybe add a gold edge to the banners. Dwarves like gold  :D

Stereotyping! You have been reported to the Campaign for Equal Heights.
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: DFlynSqrl on 11 September 2016, 10:09:30 PM
Very cool Dwarves.  I like the flag you made for the cross.  I want to do something like that with the one I have now!
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: d_Guy on 12 September 2016, 03:15:15 AM
Quote from: Ckudola on 12 August 2016, 08:30:10 PM
Part of the problem is I painted the banners green, when I should have gone for a more contrasting color like red or black.
Well you can always say they use the brightly coloured version for parades but these here ones match thier BDUs.  :)
Which ever, I like these guys!
Title: Re: Dwarfs for Warmaster
Post by: jchaos79 on 14 September 2016, 04:12:18 PM
great paint. I like your work  8)