Raven's Nest O' Bones
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Thank you people!
@ robtion & Borgnine:
It is indeed a steel pin. A steel bicycle spoke to be precise. Well, two of them in fact, connected with a spoke nipple.
erv: I think spoke is one of the best things I could have used for the cause, as it is thin and very strong. It is also ductile which prevents it from brittle fracture. First I had to bend the pin/spoke in a desired shape (the one that would fit through the body of the CSM used as the Vampire Lord). So I carved a channel through the torso and the leg of the CSM (that miniature, coming in two parts, was perfect for the job) and bent the spoke to fit in. Oooh, that was fun...as said, steel is very hard. 
. Here is a photo to show what I mean:
With the spoke bent in shape, I then applied it to the concrete mold made for the plaster cliff. Once the spoke was in position, the plaster was poured around it (with added bits of lead to make it heavier) and the spoke was set in place.
The spoke was only long enough to pin the tail part...luckily, as spokes come in pairs, they have a connection mechanism (threads & nipples). So I took another spoke, which goes through the body and all the way to the head. They are then screwed on together at the tail/body connection part. Also had to make sure that the body was facing correct direction once it was totally screwed on.
So, that's pretty much how it works...and I can only hope it will continue to work and withstand the perils of time & battlefield!
Regarding the painting...well, I don't think it will be anytime soon. I am a slooooow painter, and I'd also like to practice painting on the chaff units before moving on to the big projects like this. Although I could paint it to a standard to which my Wight King is painted, and I think that would look rather nice...but still...wouldn't want to rush it.
@ robtion & Borgnine:
It is indeed a steel pin. A steel bicycle spoke to be precise. Well, two of them in fact, connected with a spoke nipple.
erv: I think spoke is one of the best things I could have used for the cause, as it is thin and very strong. It is also ductile which prevents it from brittle fracture. First I had to bend the pin/spoke in a desired shape (the one that would fit through the body of the CSM used as the Vampire Lord). So I carved a channel through the torso and the leg of the CSM (that miniature, coming in two parts, was perfect for the job) and bent the spoke to fit in. Oooh, that was fun...as said, steel is very hard. . Here is a photo to show what I mean:
With the spoke bent in shape, I then applied it to the concrete mold made for the plaster cliff. Once the spoke was in position, the plaster was poured around it (with added bits of lead to make it heavier) and the spoke was set in place.
The spoke was only long enough to pin the tail part...luckily, as spokes come in pairs, they have a connection mechanism (threads & nipples). So I took another spoke, which goes through the body and all the way to the head. They are then screwed on together at the tail/body connection part. Also had to make sure that the body was facing correct direction once it was totally screwed on.
So, that's pretty much how it works...and I can only hope it will continue to work and withstand the perils of time & battlefield!
Regarding the painting...well, I don't think it will be anytime soon. I am a slooooow painter, and I'd also like to practice painting on the chaff units before moving on to the big projects like this. Although I could paint it to a standard to which my Wight King is painted, and I think that would look rather nice...but still...wouldn't want to rush it.
robtion
Vampire Thrall
Nice one. Looks very solid, I'm sure it will hold up well as long as you don't drop it :swear:
I will keep an eye on your plog and look forward to seeing more painted units, even if it is a slow process (I can relate)
I will keep an eye on your plog and look forward to seeing more painted units, even if it is a slow process (I can relate)
Putting a pin through all the mini from the base to the head - man, if that's not awesome and brave modelling I don't know what is - badass
Definitely worth checking out the new 'like' option
Definitely worth checking out the new 'like' option
snyggejygge
Skeleton
How the hell am I supposed to compete with dragon summoning you crazy swine.
Your making us all look bad again.
That model is a game stopper though, distracts me far too much. :|
Your next one better be even better.
Your making us all look bad again.
That model is a game stopper though, distracts me far too much. :|
Your next one better be even better.
robtion
Vampire Thrall
@Raven Torrid Sorry to comment again but you really should consider entering this in the Golden Bat. If that dragon is not an example of some masterful converting then I don't know what is
Thanks everyone!
Hahah...how am I supposed to do that?
But then again, I never thought I'd manage to top my Abyssal Terror either...so, who knows.
More things on the way...but lately I have a tendency of starting several things at once, rather than finishing one. :tongue:
No worries...I intend to, just didn't yet get to it.
Hahah...how am I supposed to do that?
But then again, I never thought I'd manage to top my Abyssal Terror either...so, who knows. More things on the way...but lately I have a tendency of starting several things at once, rather than finishing one. :tongue:
@Raven Torrid Sorry to comment again but you really should consider entering this in the Golden Bat. If that dragon is not an example of some masterful converting then I don't know what is
No worries...I intend to, just didn't yet get to it.
That dragon is absolutely gorgeous. Great work! That's some really clever and nice converting you did there!
Not sure if I've done any Vampire Counts related work since my last post, but might as well resurrect this old thread of mine in the spirit of the new awakening of CN. 
After WHFB went down, I switched to smaller scale games like GW's Necromunda and Blood Bowl and AMG's Marvel Crisis Protocol. I've done some conversions and panting in said games so will eventually make one log to share all of my stuff that isn't related to WHFB.
In the meantime, here are the newer pictures (and even a gif!) of my old Wight King conversion/paintjob. The photos were made last year and show that you can make a decent setup for photographing miniatures without a big investment. I reckon the photobox, tripod, rotating stand and remote shutter release didn't cost more than 15-20 € combined, and the smartphone isn't high end either.
After WHFB went down, I switched to smaller scale games like GW's Necromunda and Blood Bowl and AMG's Marvel Crisis Protocol. I've done some conversions and panting in said games so will eventually make one log to share all of my stuff that isn't related to WHFB.In the meantime, here are the newer pictures (and even a gif!) of my old Wight King conversion/paintjob. The photos were made last year and show that you can make a decent setup for photographing miniatures without a big investment. I reckon the photobox, tripod, rotating stand and remote shutter release didn't cost more than 15-20 € combined, and the smartphone isn't high end either.
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Superb paintwork on the Wight King, especially like the magical effect on the axe. Look forward to your other log as well 
That picture setup looks great, you should do an article on it!....hint hint
That picture setup looks great, you should do an article on it!....hint hint
Superb paintwork on the Wight King, especially like the magical effect on the axe. Look forward to your other log as well
Thanks! I'm really proud of that miniature.
That picture setup looks great, you should do an article on it!....hint hint
Crossed my mind actually, will do that once I finish the Golden Bat Index thread.
I flipping love this one. It is amazing.RE: Raven's Nest O' Bones
Abyssal Terror
Have had this in mind for some time, and I'm so happy it's finally done!
Well, technically there are still a few things to be done (some greenstuffing & improving) including the Lord, but this is basically it. It's in a usable state.
As you can see, I'm a tad megalomanic, but I can't help it.Yeah, every living (or dead) thing on the table will be able to see it in the shooting phase, but I don't mind.
Some technicalities:
Bits used: Trygon body & Zombie Dragon head + wings
Wing span: approximately 12"
Base used: 60x100 mm monster base (HPA, Screaming Bell...)
Waited for my magnets to arrive (they did today) to do the wings, but they were too heavy in the end, so they got pinned.
The tail is magnetized tho, so I can exchange it for other versions. The wings can be repositioned to a bit more open position, wider span.
Was hoping to make it possible to turn them reversly as well (similar to Terrorgheist), but without the magnets it ain't possible. Oh well.
So, here are the pics, C&C are welcome!
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A few size comparisons:
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Also, in general, your stuff is cool, and your wights and harpy bats are also amazing. And your hexwraiths are fun, gives me some sleepy hollow vibes, coming out of the scenery.
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