Out of the Ashes

Heroscape is returning.  Avalon Hill announced recently that it will be producing a new version of the game.  There will be new generals, new background, new figures, new terrain, and more.  Unlike the original version, these figs will come unpainted much like the ones in MTG: Arena of the Planeswalkers.  Craig Van Ness is back at the helm (great news) with plans to stay onboard well into the future.

The new game is called Heroscape: Age of Annihilation.  I have added some pics and a video link to check out.  I'm stoked!!!  As long time fan of the game, I hope this goes well and is successful.

Age of Annihilation

G.I. Janes????

I picked these HeroClix figures some time ago with the intention of converting them into the G.I. Joe characters, Scarlett and the Baroness. With a little time to kill this morning I decided to finally do it. Scarlett is a HeroClix SHIELD Elite Agent. I painted all the white parts of her uniform black, gave her hair some highlights, and then drybrushed the black areas with a metalic blue. I attached an old LEGO crossbow to her back. The Baroness is a HeroClix Victoria Hand figure. Here too, I painted all the white parts of the uniform black as well as the red streaks in her hair. I gave the red areas of her glasses a flesh color. Her hair was given a drybrush with a light gray. The uniform, like Scarlett's was give a metallic blue drybrush. One more figure to repaint for Duke and then I'm done with the G.I. Joe stuff....most likely.

The Gang's All Here

Sir Gilbert (with bent flag)

 I received my Sir Gilbert Flagbearer Figure yesterday in the mail.  He is the flagbearer for Jandar in the game, Heroscape.  His flag was a tad bent but I got that taken care of with the old hot-cold trick.  I purchased all of the flagbearers when they originally came out.  I didn't really like the figure at the time and didn't get it.  Years later, I had a change of heart and wanted the complete set.  The figure came without the card, dice, and bag, but for the price I'm cool with it.  Ladies and Gentlemen, I bid you welcome Sir Gilbert.

The Backyard Brawl, Y'All

It's back!  After more than 10 years, The West Virginai Mountaineers and The Pittsburgh Panthers went at it at Acrisure Stadium here in Da Burgh.  It was a good one.  A hard fought one.  A punch and counterpunch kind of game.  Every fan of both schools programs I'm sure felt the same highs and lows as the scored changed multiple times throughout.

Both teams look pretty solid as their seasons begin.  The Pathers came out on top 38-31 with a "pick six" by M.J. Devonshire late in the game.  It was a very exciting game to watch!  A nice win for the Blue and Gold.  Looking forward to the rest of the season.  As always...Let's Go Pitt!!!

Nectar of the Gods

I made a discovery recently...Mead.  I'd heard about mead.  I read Thor in Marvel comics and there was mention of it on occasion.  However, I never knew what it was.

Recently, several meaderies have opened up in the area.  Being the curious type, I decided to try some.  I got a bottle of  Blueberry Honey Mead from Laurel Highlands Meadery in Greensburg, PA for my birthday.  I'm really glad that I did.

Mead is a fermented beverage made of honey, water, and yeast, it’s often called “honey wine.”

This mead was made with blueberry honey. The bees were pollinating blueberry bushes. There are not blueberries in the mead.  It has a light delicate taste.  I find it quite good and refreshing.  Unlike the God of Thunder,  I enjoy sipping it over ice.

Mead may not be everyone cup of tea, but I'm glad I tried and will continue to drink it into the future.  It never hurts to expand one's palate.

About a half dozen years ago or so, I tried moonshine and have added it to my array of beverages.  Now I have mead as well.  

I do want to point out that I'm an adult (for far too many years than I want to admit to).  I enjoy beer, wine, and other spirits in moderation.  I like the taste and savor the experience.  I also want to remember the good times with family and friends.  You can have a glass or two and be responsible at the same time.  Cheers!

Welcome to the Family

I was down in Jacksonville, FL this past week.  I had a little time on my hands one afternoon so I set out to investigate some local hobby shops.  First, I went to the Games Workshop store.  Super nice place.  An amazing amount of GW figures, sets, and more.  Several gaming tables and display cases.  I picked up the Adepta Sororitas Palatine model.  She will be heading up some Sisters of Battle at a later point.

My next stop was at Cool Stuff, Inc.  It's a very nice spacious facility with plenty of room to play games.  The staff was very friendly and helpful.  In the end, they just didn't have what I was looking for.

To complete the tour, I stopped at The Coliseum of Comics.  Super great store with anything any nerd, geek, or fanboy(girl), could ever want.  After taking my good old time walking around, I settled upon a D&D Nolzur's Deep Cut Cave Troll.  Very cool looking miniature.  Now broke, I decided to head back to the hotel and get some much needed sleep.

Look for pics of the two newest members of the family in the months to come. 

Some Savory Snacks

 

If you've never had Beef Jerky from Bridgford then you've missed out.  I love beef jerky and by far this is my favorite.  The Sweet Baby Rays Teriyaki Flavor, in my opinion, is the best. Try some.  Trust me on this one.

I got turned onto Cheese Straws by a friend of mine from Alabama.  These things are quite addictive once you get started.  Several companies make cheese straws.  Most brands I've tried are good.  My favorite kind is made by Harris Teeter.  They make a Jalapeño flavored one as well.   

Oz Never Did Give Nothing to the Tin Man

 

That's because this guy didn't need anything.  Welcome Necron Destroyer.  He is totally bada$$.  I picked him up on eBay for relatively cheap.  He was fully assembled and partially painted.

I revamped the paintjob.  Did some detailing and highlighting and presto...one super nice model.  

Recently, I also purchased the Necron Patrol Box.  I got a great deal on it.  It includes a ton of figures, but no Destroyer.  So over the months to come you can bet on seeing Necrons, Necrons, and more Necrons on this old blog of of mine.

I already had a set of Necron Warriors.  When all is said and done, I'm going to have me one nice army of these nightmarish xenos.

I Think I'm Turning Japanese

The title is from  a great tune by the Vapors back in 1980.  I got to see them live in NYC.  Good times.

I've been a fan of Japanese Pop Culture for as long as I can remember..  I loved watching Ultraman and going to see Godzilla Movies at the theater as a kid.  I've also always enjoyed Anime and Manga as well.   The thing that really got me were Mecha cartoons.  Which leads me to today's blog about a Gundam kit I bought a while back.  It is a Zaku II model and I'm pretty much digging the way it turned out.

I picked up this bad boy on the Amazon for around $5.  One thing I can tell you is if you ever buy one, follow the directions CAREFULLY.  It will save  you a lot of hardship.  After battling this for hours, it finally came together.  I like the pose.  I gave it metallic black and pewter armor with flat gray contrasts.  I made a scenic base for it as well.  It turned out fairly decent.

Take a gander or two.  Don't forget to vote (see previous blog). Sayonara. 

I Need Your Input

I'm trying something new in the months ahead.  I want to see what kinds of miniatures you would like to see on my humble little blog here.  I've selected 12 categories' based on the miniatures that I own.  Click on the link below to chose 1 category that you most want to see minis from.  Take a minute to cast your vote.  I appreciate you taking the time to do so.

Click the link below (highlighted in yellow) to cast your vote.

Which minis do you want to see? 

Johanna 

Dust 1947 Girl

Wargamer Game Studio

There's No Clouding My Judgement

 

I just finished this Cloud Giantess from Reaper Bones Miniatures.  I've had the figure for sometime but never seemed to come up with a paint scheme that I was happy with.  When I found the photo on the internet of one someone painted, I knew this is what I wanted to do with mine.  Not a 100% copy (the highest form of flattery, so kudos to whoever painted the other one), but close to it.  I went with a light blonde hair color instead and kept the rest of the colors to gold, tan, white, silver, and metallic blue.  I think this little giantess looks pretty decent.  Check her out.