That's a Bargain

I was at my local Dollar Tree checking out the toy section for anything I might be able to use/modify for my miniature wargaming hobby (sickness) and struck gold.  The new wave of Final Faction figures, vehicles, and accessories is out and they had a huge assortment of it.  I grabbed 4 of the Arrow ATV with 2 armor and weapons packs  (to be converted into Ork Waaaagh Trukks and Imperial Desert Vehicles), a pack of the Kharn Crawlers (2 in a pack). and the P-131 Mech with accessory pack.  Each items was $1.25.  For around 9 bucks that's a lot of stuff.  I'm looking forward to digging into these items and seeing what I can come up with.  Pics to follow at some point down the road.

Arrow ATV and Accessories

Kharn Crawler

P-131 Mech

Just Jaggin' Around

I just scored these super cool Jagun Fighters on eBay for a great price.  I'm stoked.  These figures were produced by Bandai back in 2003.  I missed picking them up at the time but am happy to finally get them.  I think I'll use them as some type of mystical guardians with some of my Samurai armies.  Check 'em out.

The Jean Genie

A little tip of the hat to one of my favorite all time singers, David Bowie.  I bought this Wizkids D&D Nolzur's Djinni a few months ago.  I thought it looked super cool.  All painted up, I was not disappointed.  Have a gander.  Sorry, no wishes granted.  I'm keeping them all for myself.

Chaos All Around

Chaos Undivided

Nearly a year ago I started out to build a Warhammer Chaos Army.  I've gathered a variety of Chaos figures over the years but felt I needed a full fledged force.  I purchased several boxes of Chaos figures and set off to work.  

I divided the Chaos Warriors into two sets of Knights.  One set serves Tzeentch and the other Slaanesh.  The set of Blood Reavers and Blood Warriors are dedicated to Khorne. Lastly a unit of Black Knights for Nurgle.  I added a set of Undead Cavalry from Fireforge Games to even out all the units into groups of eight.  Thirty two minions for the Lords of Chaos to order into battle.

I've attached several photos of the final product.  Take a gander and see what you think.  Until next time...

Tzeentch

 

Slaanesh

 

Khorne

Nurgle

 

Nurgle 

Get Fortified

 It was a amazingly beautiful sunny day last Wednesday.  I decided it was time for a road trip.  I gassed up the car and off we went.  Destination:  Fort Ligonier in lovely Ligonier, PA.  The drive out was smooth and easy; no hurry.  The sun shining through all the greenery was awesome after all the cold gray days of this past winter.  A little over an hour later, we were there.

I've been going to the fort since the 1960s when I was just a kid.  I loved it then and I still love it now.  There is always something new to see and learn.

The fort has been reconstructed to be close to the original that was built as a supply depot for the British Campaign against Fort Duquesne.  George Washington spent time there as a young Virginia Officer.   I always take the tour because there is new information each time I do.  The history museum is a fantastic way to learn about the fort and the French and Indian War.  There is a also the Washington Room with artifacts from the future President of the United States.  Last, but not least, there is an art gallery as well with some fabulous portraits.

Done with the tour, we headed up for some lunch in the square and then grabbed some ice cream.  There are many cool little stores and galleries to explore nearby.  We strolled around and checked them out.  It was a great day all in all.

 

Getting a Bit Chippy

My latest snack obsession:  Herr's Honey BBQ Potato Chips.  They are amazing!  Tangy barbecue flavor with a sweet honey aftertaste. TOO GOOD!!!  I can't stop eating them.  You have to try them.  Trust me on this one.

I Got A Crush On You

Just finished my Outworld Crusher by Archvillain Games,  I got it on Etsy from Palisade Miniature Company.  This is a super cool looking model.  It's a great sculpt and a good print. I'm going to use it as a Chaos Khorne Demon Lord.

Something's Fishy

This little guy was a fun and easy paint.  He is a Morlock figure from Archvillain Games.  Cool pose and some nice details. I got him on Etsy from PalisadeIndustries last summer.  I think he makes a nice addition to my collection.

Ghost of a Chance

 I've been wanting to paint this Ghost King miniature from Reaper Bones for a long time.  The delay in getting this done was that I couldn't quite wrap my head around how it should look.  The solution came the other day when I was searching through my old Heroscape figures and came across  the Shades of Bleakewoode.

Their paint scheme is simple and eerie at the same time.  I liked it and thought it would look good on this figure.  I'm giving a go.  See what you think of the final result.  As always, thanks for taking the time to check out my humble little blog.  Stay safe out there!

Taken by Storm

This is my take on Storm Shadow.  The body is a Heroclix Ninja.  The head is WH40K Eldar.  The katana is from a Heroscape Samurai. 

He's ready to join the other Cobra leaders (Mods I did a while back) in taking on the Joe's.  Snake Eyes can't wait.

One more to go, I still want to make a Scarlett figure.  Another project for another time.

In the Shadow of the Knight

 I had a few duplicate figures from the Banner Saga set I purchased some time ago.  I decided to convert them into some kind of Chaos Knights.  With my trusty X-Acto Knife. I removed the heads, weapons, and shields from the figures.  I glued on some leftover parts from the Chaos Warriors that I had and ended up with some pretty decent looking models.

I dubbed them, "Shadow Knights".  These ancient warriors believed they were given immortality by the Chaos Gods.  Instead, they wither away slowly across time.  They are but a shadow of what they once were.  Lost, they roam battlefields looking for prey, longing for the glory they long ago possessed.  Once many, now but a few, they hope to reclaim the favor of the dark gods and gain what they had been promised.