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Specialist Games General Discussion => Modeling & painting => Topic started by: Malika on September 30, 2013, 07:01:59 PM
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For a while now I've been working on some ships, as you can see here (http://www.forum.specialist-arms.com/index.php?topic=5682.0). Apparently the lovely fellows over at Resin Addicts liked it so much that I got a few offers in to have them produce it, I also managed to get a possible 3d modelling commission out of it.
However, high quality 3d printing is expensive. Shapeways doesn't offer the quality I need for this project. This means I have to go elsewhere, which means the rates go up. In order to finance this I'm planning on making separate bits that could either be sold through Shapeways or whatever party wants to print/cast the models. I know companies such as Chapterhouse, MaxMini, Kromlech and so on are quite successful with their sales of bits which are compatible with other stuff in the market. The whole =I=munda craze has inspired me, and whilst I'm not that great a modeller/painter, I do want to offer my support in some way...
Here the first of many. It's still a WIP, more details need to be added to it. The blade is a separate part by the way.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade02_zps110565d4.jpg)
Needs a few more details, such as an exhaust and some details on the front part and then it's good to go I think.
Next would be a few other close combat weapons/tools based on this 'hull'. The wheel removed and the round part on the front as well, and other stuff could be added, be it a drill, grabber, etc.
After these weapons will be shields and armour plates.
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In the meantime I've been adding more details to the buzz saw:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade03b_zpsbdf79e57.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/circleblade03b_zpsbdf79e57.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade03t_zps1aef1d27.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/circleblade03t_zps1aef1d27.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade03f_zps24e5fb6e.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/circleblade03f_zps24e5fb6e.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade03l_zps36f7f8bf.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/circleblade03l_zps36f7f8bf.jpg.html)
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Small update on the teeth:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/circleblade04_zps00311586.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/circleblade04_zps00311586.jpg.html)
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didnt somebody make a working gun on a 3d printer? if you could make that work?............................ :)
seriously, nice design, would you consider printing at larger scales i.e. 54mm?
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Shouldn't be a problem. Making this model are 54mm scale is just a matter of resizing. :)
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I quickly put this together:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad11_zps4c2ec5af.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad11_zps4c2ec5af.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad12_zpsdb39d659.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad12_zpsdb39d659.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad13_zpsddf1547d.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/StuddedPad13_zpsddf1547d.jpg.html)
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Spinning clockwise or counter-clockwise, there will be a lot of feedback/bouncing, when the weapon hits its target. So I decided to go for two blades that spin in opposite directions, see below.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Counterrotationoptions_zpsbcdea5de.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Counterrotationoptions_zpsbcdea5de.jpg.html)
I've tried to make a double blade, and made four versions. At the moment I'm favouring C or D, thing is that it does make the weapon very wide, which will be a bit of a challenge to fix (counter weight, etc).
This is kinda where I need your feedback? Which of these four should I go for?
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Small update:
The first wheels (3cm diameter and 1.5cm diameter) are available on Shapeways: LINK (https://www.shapeways.com/shops/bitsblitz).
The entire device will be ready in the coming days. :)
@Radu: What are the dimensions of some of the 54mm scaled weapons?
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Look what else is ready... (https://www.shapeways.com/model/1400988/buzz-saw-complete-weapon.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Complete1_zps5ddfb674.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Complete1_zps5ddfb674.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Complete2_zps7fb5be45.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Complete2_zps7fb5be45.jpg.html)
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Depending on actual size, that really could be worked into a nice Orcisch ship.......
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The weapon is around 21mm long. :)
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The weapon is around 21mm long. :)
so if you take of the grip and instead create a thruster cluster you would have a nice Orcisch ramship?
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I would say yes. Remove the grips, perhaps turn the model upside down so that the exhausts/chimneys on the side point upwards, and you've got a pretty cool basis for a Ram Ship.
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Curse your great conversion ideas! Now if only they were available in sets of 4, or 8...
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Well, there's no real difference at the moment of ordering 1 or 4 separate. Production costs kinda limit on what I can offer.
However, I hope that in the longer run I'll find a caster, meaning production costs can really lower and then these sets will become a possibility. Until then I'd have to prove that these models are worth it. :)
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Are you sure about that?
I'm pretty sure that there is a base setup cost for each model printed.... For example, printing a single one of my turrets would cost 5 euros, while if I make a single file with 25 turrets it costs less than 10 euros...
I think if you were to make a single stl file with 4 or 8 copies of the chainsaw, they would end up costing less than 5 euros each!
Not that I'm complaining, mind you, it's that this way you could add a little more markup for yourself and get lower prices, too!
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Really? I'm gonna try that then!
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And it totally works! Check it out (link in my sig).
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Spiked Gauntlets:
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1404641_1435506_1381389389.jpg)
Single pair: http://shpws.me/prlf
Five pairs: http://shpws.me/prml
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Calyptra Fighters are ready!
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1406231_1438961_1381433976.jpg)
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1406231_1438886_1381432921.jpg)
You can get them here (http://shpws.me/prF7).
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might help to also give dimensions here ?
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THey're around 8x6mm each.
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I've tweaked the buzz saw weapon a bit to make it more print friendly.
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1400988_1507893_1382597671.jpg)
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I started working on some swords, twenty different kinds, each with its own engravings in the blade.
Sadly enough the 3d printer can't handle the level of detail, so sadly enough the swords will have to be without the engravings. This means the swords will need some serious redesigning...
(http://i40.tinypic.com/28l4z6c.jpg)
(http://i39.tinypic.com/xgm846.jpg)
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What size are the swords meant to be? I would be highly amused if these were for Epic scale. ;-P
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They're 40mm tall, meant to be carried by Space Marine champions, knights, and so on. So basically for your games of Space Hulk, Necromunda, Mordheim, =][=Munda, etc.
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What's the finest detail on there? Shapeways might not be able to do it, but I do believe there's at least two people that I know that can print down to 0.05mm or so...
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Who are these two people?
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I know this guy (http://www.micro-rp.com/) could pull it off. Thing is that if I am going through such a service, I want to have a caster/distributor ready to take care of the rest. I don't have the time, resources (and maybe even interest) to cast and sell these miniatures. I just want to design cool stuff, let the production be taken care of by those who are more qualified than me.
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Brontes Assault Boats (http://shpws.me/pBtI)
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1447377_1525922_1382969999.jpg)
Named after an ancient deity for thunder, the Brontes Assault Boat has become somewhat of a rare sight amongst naval forces. With other types of assault boats becoming more standardized, the Brontes is currently only carried by the oldest of battleships. However, elite forces often still use the Brontes due to its additional armor.
Kit includes 40 Brontes Assault Boats, suitable for spaceship scaled games. Each model is 10mm long, 5.2mm wide and 2.8mm high.
Bases and stems not included.
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Aquila Hammers (http://shpws.me/pCbe)
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1450073_1532596_1383050925.jpg)
Smaller than conventional war hammers, the Aquila Hammer can be used with one hand. For this reason it is quite common for warriors to wield two such hammers when fighting heretics, aliens and horrors much worse. Kit includes 5 Aquila Hammers, suitable for 28mm to 35mm scaled miniatures. Each hammer is around 13.4mm high and 14.4mm wide.
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Heh, cute!
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As a tribute to by Gun_wun's amazing Ork fleet (http://www.forum.specialist-arms.com/index.php?topic=5230.0), I've quickly put together some Scrapfleet turret kits, which are now available on Bits Blitz:
Heavy Turrets:
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1529724_1729373_1385665506.jpg)
Comes in a set of 10 turrets. Each one of them is 11.84mm x 7.08mm x 8.7mm. You can get them here (http://shpws.me/pVja).
Light Turrets:
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1529709_1729371_1385665490.jpg)
Comes in a set of 10 turrets. Each one of them is 10.12mm x 5.86mm x 4.52mm. You can get them here (http://shpws.me/pViF).
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Just a note, from the rough measurements I took when making my turrets, 5*5+5 is about the size of the Desolator's (Despoiler's? the once with all the lances) main lance cannons...
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The small turret would work then since it's about 5x5 with an additional 5 for the barrel. The larger turret might not really work. However...do you think those dimensions would be big enough for Epic?
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Updated the turrets a bit: http://shpws.me/pXPh
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1538706_1751160_1386004105.jpg)
Each turret (including barrel) is 5.14mm x 2.54mm x 2.28mm.
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And more turrets: http://shpws.me/pXTB
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1538819_1751956_1386009737.jpg)
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Hey Malika, the new design is better. I find the problem with BFG is representing the massive scale. Sometimes I think I’m doing ok, and other times I think I just am doing a good job of fooling myself! Although in my defense this is my first attempt at anything this small. At any rate the new turrets still need something. Can you get any lines on the roofs? Perhaps the barrels could be smaller, shorter. Even though you would gain some height perhaps a small round base for them to sit on. I think you are closer than you have been with the prior Guns. Now I did like the prior guns, and I think I could use some here and there, but again they would need to represent heaver weapon systems not turrets. Here I was playing with one of them and this is what I’d do to it……… Ummmmmmmmm perhaps 2 cooling cables if you could make it fit. Da Boss thinks its a good idea.
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h8/Gun-wun/gunmod1.jpg)
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Ohhhhhh, I like those new ones, making me want to shoot something!
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Hey Malika, the new design is better. I find the problem with BFG is representing the massive scale. Sometimes I think I’m doing ok, and other times I think I just am doing a good job of fooling myself! Although in my defense this is my first attempt at anything this small. At any rate the new turrets still need something. Can you get any lines on the roofs? Perhaps the barrels could be smaller, shorter. Even though you would gain some height perhaps a small square base for them to sit on. I think you are closer than you have been with the prior Guns. Now I did like the prior guns, and I think I could use some here and there, but again they would need to represent heaver weapon systems not turrets. Here I was playing with one of them and this is what I’d do to it……… Ummmmmmmmm perhaps 2 cooling cables if you could make it fit. Da Boss thinks its a good idea.
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h8/Gun-wun/gunmod1.jpg)
Man, really digging what you're suggesting here. I've actually tried to do it. The only way to even make it slightly possible is if each of these turrets 2.5mm x 2.5mm. Haven't really been able to add a cooling cable to it since Sketchup is very annoying when it comes to more round shapes. Also, details that are like 0.1mm are almost impossible to print. If you still want to add certain tiny details to the models I'd suggest using a needle or something to cut them in there.
You can see the current version below. I need to tweak it slightly so it can be printed. I noticed the roof is giving a lot of troubles when converting the SketchUp file into an .STL file...
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I like the changes to the barrel! The roof plates are too uniformed. I think I'd loose them and as you said the individual "Mek Boy" can add them if and how they see fit. Other wise you'd have to go in and carve them off and that would be a choir. Yes, pips would be nice, but I understand. Hopefully I can go in after and doctor them up if need be. It's to bad you can't do a fire control visor piece. I've never painted this small so I'm not sure what is possible and what is not. I hope I'm not in for a huge let down when it comes time to throwing down color to the project.
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Final update, the Double Turrets (http://shpws.me/pXYl) are available again. The current dimensions, including barrel, are 5.06mm x 2.94mm x 3.6mm. I wonder how it will look like in real life. Details smaller than this will not be really visible, and will most likely disappear after a layer of paint.
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Nice, but I think I'd leave the top generic (no pipe, no plates) Again this way you can add what you want. If you use multiples on a ship you will then have to go and just cut the bits off as you don't want too much consistency on a Ork ship (in my opinion). As a 1 shot piece it works really nice, but if I have lets say 10 of them, I'd need to do a lot of hacking. It's easier to add than subtract. Nice work Malika
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Hmm, considering the scale we're talking here, making it multipart would be impossible. I mean, the roof is about 1mm high, just take a file or knife, do a single smooth move and the roof is gone.
However, I could also simply remove the whole roof in its entirely, just have a flat generic one, it does mean that you'd need to add them all individually. That would be a lot of sculpting/scratchbuilding.
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I like the roof, I just think the extra details on the roof should go (the pipe sticking up, and the extra plates on top of the roof). Sorry, I did not mean to imply that you'd sell roof bitz, more that the person could use plastic card our what ever to make there own details if they wanted.
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Ah like so, that's not such a bad idea. So just keep the roof but without the exhaust and extra plates? Consider it done!
Expect an update either tonight or tomorrow. :)
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Monkeytroll over at DakkaDakka ordered and painted my Buzz Saw and Spiked Gauntlets (Frosted Ultra Detail):
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/567521_sm-buzzsaw_zps83d91726.png) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/567521_sm-buzzsaw_zps83d91726.png.html)
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In the meantime, I quickly doodled this together, as a distraction:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Bookshelves_zps93aafee9.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Bookshelves_zps93aafee9.jpg.html)
It needs a lot of tweaking, tried to put it on Shapeways, but it mentions there are all sorts of thin parts which need to be fixed. Above that, printing it is too expensive at the moment. Will probably try to make it multipart, so that you can add the shelves in yourself. That way I can hollow out the books.
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Yeah I'm shocked at how expensive the shapeways projects people have are - kind of put a bust on my wanting to explore getting some BOFA type ruins printed.
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Yeah I'm shocked at how expensive the shapeways projects people have are - kind of put a bust on my wanting to explore getting some BOFA type ruins printed.
It's due to the printing costs. The stuff I have on Bits Blitz all have very little markup. Normally the retail price of a product is between 200% and 400% of the production costs. So if your item costs $10 to produce, then the markup would be between $10 and $30, the retail price then being somewhere between $20 and $40. However, my own markup is rather small, meaning that the difference between product costs and retail price is a couple of percents at most, the highest being around 10% or something, which means I'm hardly making any money on the products I've got on Bits Blitz.
I'm sticking with Shapeways to do my Bits Blitz for now. My ships (http://www.forum.specialist-arms.com/index.php?topic=5682.0) and corridors (http://www.forum.specialist-arms.com/index.php?topic=5997.0) will be done by another company though. Printing will be more expensive, but luckily those will be cast in resin or plastic then.
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Updated my BFG scaled Ork turrets (http://shpws.me/pXYl) a bit:
(https://images1.sw-cdn.net/model/picture/674x501_1529709_1914613_1388737024.jpg)
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Inspired by Philip Sibbering's pre Dark Age autoguns (http://www.philipsibbering.com/wh40k/images/12-p01_a-u-o-t_g-u-n-s.jpg) I've started working on some rifle designs which fit the universe/setting of my Legion ships.
It's as good as finished, just need to add/remove some of the details to make it all workable scale wise, which reminds me: what are the dimensions of boltguns and lasguns (both the GW Cadian ones and the more realistically scaled FW Elysians/Krieg rifles)?
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle01_zps9f5ded33.jpg)
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Been tweaking the design some more. Wasn't too happy with the battery pack and the barrel. Looked around for some more inspiration and ended up with this:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle02_zpsfe5f6e65.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle02_zpsfe5f6e65.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle03_zps5a68915f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle03_zps5a68915f.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle04_zps58fb2268.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Pre-SupremacyAutorifle04_zps58fb2268.jpg.html)
Legion produced Streaming Stun Gun rifle, based on a pre-Supremacy autogun. In the early days following the Psidemic those who survived the catastrophe had lost most of their technology when the machines left. Because of this they were forced to use ancient technologies from the days before the machines produced everything. This rifle (needs a name!) is one of the early Legion patents. It's basically a pre-machine autogun with its internal workings based on the Streaming Stun Gun. These were used in the early days during the conquest of Gaia because they were cheap to produce and easy to maintain.
Whilst Legion technology has advanced in the following years, this rifle is still produced. Due to its low costs it has spread throughout the Conglomerate, be it in the hands of private bodyguards, criminals or locals in need of a defensive weapon.
Its major downside is the rifle's lack to generate a total conversion field. Most contemporary Legion technology has this capability, meaning that energy weapons do not have to be recharged since they change themselves automatically. Because of this the rifle needs a battery pack that has to be replaced whenever it runs empty. For the Legion this is very profitable since they are the only suppliers and are the only ones capable of disposing these batteries in a clean and efficient way.
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In the meantime I've shrunk the gun to 75% of its original size, making it 18mm long, it looks a lot better on a 32mm scale miniature:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Floorplan50-009scale_zps1a02f1d1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Floorplan50-009scale_zps1a02f1d1.jpg.html)
Note that the human figures I've used here aren't mine, I borrowed one from here (http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=1fe3f06a20c1b767ca43dd7ca84a856d&prevstart=0) just to get the proportions right.
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Got a bit sidetracked...
Instead of learning Blender so I can design some humanoid models, I found MakeHuman (http://www.makehuman.org/). Another great open source program which enables me to easily make the human form. Now of course I'm still running into the problem of giving this human armour, but for now it allows me to make human heads with different features. Also...it allows me to add bionics on them!
But first I've got to decapitate a human and import him to SketchUp:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Humanhead_zpsd340acdb.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Humanhead_zpsd340acdb.jpg.html)
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Ooh, the start of a bigger... or smaller project? =-P
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Smaller, it's just some separate bits for now.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Heads1_zpsad34bb79.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Heads1_zpsad34bb79.jpg.html)
The main challenge now is to smoothen the heads so they won't look so...well...blocky. Don't really know how to do that with SketchUp though. Might be forced to actually learn Blender!
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Got a little bit distracted whilst figuring out how to fix the connector parts of this terrain so they could be castable...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Keepingmyselfmotivated_zps3c2ed738.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Keepingmyselfmotivated_zps3c2ed738.jpg.html)
Didn't make these human models myself. Credit goes to Mida (http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/search?uq=1200574521685682513251547&scoring=m) for making these amazing Half Life models. Even though I did colour one grey to match the base, can you see him running?
I really need to learn how to make these human characters myself. That way I could really make my own actual artwork or comic styled stuff. Been wanting to write something along the lines of a graphic novel or illustrated fiction, but never found an artist willing to work for free (duh!). So I should just try to do it myself!
Lets see where this will take me...
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Ok, so I started working on an epic scale tank...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-001_zpsc9d6f0e8.png) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-001_zpsc9d6f0e8.png.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-002_zpsba333044.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-002_zpsba333044.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-003_zps1ef206b1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-003_zps1ef206b1.jpg.html)
I imagine this to be some sort of APC, still need to put some weapons on there, was thinking of a turret on the front of the tank, probably something to blast (heavy) infantry and (light) armor with.
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Hmm, ended up putting the turret on the back, makes more sense since it can turn 360 degrees.
(http://i59.tinypic.com/23jptsg.jpg)
For the more perceptive ones amongst us, I started working on something heavier as well...
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Tweaked the tank some more.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-007a_zpsb311f216.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-007a_zpsb311f216.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-007b_zps9016281a.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-007b_zps9016281a.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-007c_zps08ecbf59.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-007c_zps08ecbf59.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-007d_zps6594a8ff.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-007d_zps6594a8ff.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-007e_zps8e149e9f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-007e_zps8e149e9f.jpg.html)
The turret needs some more detailing, as does the front. Then I can play with the big tank! :D
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It's a rather chunky 6mm tank. One thing that always bugged me about the Rhino tank in 40k was that it never really looked as if it could fit 10 power armored giants in its hull...
Here two more shots:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-011_zps5228ba51.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-011_zps5228ba51.jpg.html)
Next to a 6mm human and in front of my building designs. Note that the dozer blade is still a very early WIP.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-012_zps098eeba2.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-012_zps098eeba2.jpg.html)
I also modified the turret somewhat, allowing gun elevation of depression on each gun individually. Not sure if it's fully realistic, rule of cool I guess.
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Here's another update on the tank. Big 'change' is that I shrunk the whole tank a bit to make it more 'realistically' scaled compared to a human human. I also tweaked the turrets a bit so they would be castable in 6mm scale. Some of the detailing on the barrel would be too small and frail to work.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-013a_zpscec47040.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-013a_zpscec47040.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-014_zpsfa232660.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-014_zpsfa232660.jpg.html)
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Nice......................
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A little failed experiment...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/SickleFighter_zpsc7023749.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/SickleFighter_zpsc7023749.jpg.html)
Reason it failed is that I can't get the model to be water tight. In order to 3d print models, there shouldn't be any holes in them. But since SketchUp isn't really made for this kinda thing, it messes up the geometry. So when I try to ensure everything is water tight, it totally messes up the model, basically removing most of the hull. I guess I'll leave this one for what it is, for now at least...
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I updated the turrets, and they're now available in a kit of 50. LINK (http://shpws.me/rQZb).
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Something a bit more Necromunda oriented...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-002front_zps86434197.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-002front_zps86434197.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-002side_zpsb3357130.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-002side_zpsb3357130.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-002scale_zpsfeb1ba35.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-002scale_zpsfeb1ba35.jpg.html)
The Combine figure isn't done by me, but can be found here (https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model.html?id=d30eba402f18b85613a949ac0b7287fd).
So at the moment the vending machine is 31mm tall, and whilst I thought that to be a suitable size (since in real life these things are about 1.8 to 2 meters) the machine feels a bit small next to a 28mm (from bottom of feet to eyes) scaled figure. Thinking of increasing the size of the machine a bit.
To shed a little bit of light on them, I was imagining these machines to sort of be akin to treasure chests or mystery crates in video games, allowing units/characters to get extra power ups from them, be it 'health', ammo, power cells, etc.
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Here's another update on the tank. Big 'change' is that I shrunk the whole tank a bit to make it more 'realistically' scaled compared to a human human. I also tweaked the turrets a bit so they would be castable in 6mm scale. Some of the detailing on the barrel would be too small and frail to work.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-013a_zpscec47040.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-013a_zpscec47040.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tank20-014_zpsfa232660.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tank20-014_zpsfa232660.jpg.html)
I'm not gonna lie i'm not a huge fan of the twin barrelled turret, can you make a single barrel turret to fit on it?
That necromunda vending machine looks pretty cool man.
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Hmm, will look into the tank at a later date. I think there's a lot of room for improvement.
In the meantime I'm gonna be designing some more grimdark like stuff. But see it more as a 'homage' to the old Necromunda aesthetic rather than the current GW Imperial designs. So more grimdark cyberpunk with gothic (architecture) elements rather than wondering what other part of the model I could cover in skulls (despite the vending machine having three big skulls on it)
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Almost done...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-004front_zps20538f8d.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-004front_zps20538f8d.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-004back_zps51aaff42.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-004back_zps51aaff42.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-004side_zpsddf4f6cd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-004side_zpsddf4f6cd.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine20-004iso_zpse85321d1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine20-004iso_zpse85321d1.jpg.html)
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Got distracted by some buzz weapons...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/buzz001a_zpsc4c670da.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/buzz001a_zpsc4c670da.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/buzz001b_zps171663f7.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/buzz001b_zps171663f7.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/buzz001c_zps428ab8a6.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/buzz001c_zps428ab8a6.jpg.html)
Sort of meant as two handed power tools, but I imagined it mostly being converted into a single hand weapon, the back handle/trigger would be cut off, the weapon slung underneath the lowerarm, kinda like these (http://spikyratpack.blogspot.nl/2014/04/more-arco-evisorators.html) by Kari Hernesniemi from Spiky Rat Pack.
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Started working on a 'smaller' weapon. It's basically a bionic chainsaw. This bit basically replaces the users hand and about half of the lower arm:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/buzz002a_zpsb2a04604.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/buzz002a_zpsb2a04604.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/buzz002b_zpsb0b49e74.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/buzz002b_zpsb0b49e74.jpg.html)
This is yet another nasty tool. I guess normally some sort of clawing device used for whatever industrial or agricultural role. Still needs a lot of work.
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Could be related to the jaws of life, so not necessarily a nasty tool at all ;)
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Be afraid...be very afraid...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Terramorphhound01-001_zps10323227.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Terramorphhound01-001_zps10323227.jpg.html)
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Little by little I'm getting there:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Terramorphhound01-002_zps50ec75a0.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Terramorphhound01-002_zps50ec75a0.jpg.html)
Slowly started working on the body, it still needs a lot of work, even this little part of the body will have all sorts of details such as tubings/wires/etc running through it. Tried to do it yesterday, but everything went wrong, had a bad day I guess. I'll try to continue on this during the week.
I've been rather worried about undercuts, however...it makes me wonder how cavalry models and such are normally done. I mean, it seems Ed from Troll Forged Miniatures has cast his hound (https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/1385778_585153804854287_1688117363_n.jpg) as a single piece model, so on theory this shouldn't be possible. I already posted a comment on Ed's Facebook regarding this, so hopefully he'll be able to give me some other insights on this.
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Been a bit drained from the ships, as in that I need to get my mojo again. In the meantime I delved back into the 28mm scaled universe. First up the vending machine, which will be test printed in the coming days! :D
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine30-001a_zpsd04bef60.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine30-001a_zpsd04bef60.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine30-001b_zps4af69b65.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine30-001b_zps4af69b65.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine30-001c_zpsa8a62df1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine30-001c_zpsa8a62df1.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine30-001d_zpsf4606b96.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine30-001d_zpsf4606b96.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Vendingmachine30-001e_zps76c1246b.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Vendingmachine30-001e_zps76c1246b.jpg.html)
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The 28mm madness continues. Besides the vending machine I've been wanting to make some more post-apocalyptic scifi/fantasy terrain.
Barricades!
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Barrier20-001_zps33e8af13.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Barrier20-001_zps33e8af13.jpg.html)
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Hmm, maybe a bit of a far fetched idea, but what if I stick to having the barricades 'clean', so no spikes, fences, pipes, bits etc. But then have like 'goodie bags' filled with spikes, plates, etc. to make them more post-apocalyptic if wanted. I'd imagine such a goodie bag could also be used for other stuff like buildings, vehicles, armour on models, etc.
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Finally got back at this little thing...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-007a_zps9bda92e4.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-007a_zps9bda92e4.jpg.html)
And yes, there's a new member to the family...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-007b_zpsdbf6fd72.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-007b_zpsdbf6fd72.jpg.html)
I guess it's some sort of sniffer/hunter creature, shooting it's prey, after which the rest of the pack will tear it to shreds.
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What's this? A complete pack of robotic murder hounds?
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-008a_zps08224963.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-008a_zps08224963.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-008b_zps27479a90.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-008b_zps27479a90.jpg.html)
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Little update:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009e_zps0f0c053f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-009e_zps0f0c053f.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009a_zpsa9958156.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-009a_zpsa9958156.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009b_zps888ccabf.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-009b_zps888ccabf.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009c_zpsac12498f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-009c_zpsac12498f.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009d_zps9c3ff722.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-009d_zps9c3ff722.jpg.html)
One thing you might all notice is that I've started working on the tails. Note that all have the exact same tail in the exact same position. This will of course change, but I needed to get the general shape of it right.
I've also been adding some more detailing on the heads to individualize them a bit more. But more on that later.
Another thing I've been playing a bit with is angling the legs slightly on the x-axis, but it isn't that visible yet since the legs are still just the outline rather than the actual model.
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I like the robo-dogs idea. I prefer the saw-mouthed ones myself. I also really like the vending machine- it's a great idea for adding an actually 'lived in' touch to a battlefield.
Have you decided on how much you'll be selling these for?
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I have no idea yet for how much I'd sell them. It'll all depend on production costs I think. What I noticed when printing stuff on Shapeways is that it quickly becomes rather expensive since 3d printing hasn't reached the level of industrial production yet. What this means is that in order to keep a product affordable I hardly add any mark-up to the price, at most 20% or so, which is kinda insane considering that the retail norm often tends to be around 300%-400% (need to pay all sorts of costs when selling products).
This all means I'd need to print a prototype and then cast it myself if I want it to be a fair price. Since I don't have the resources to do that myself, I'd need to work with external partners. But this is how many model makers seem to work, so it's not that big a deal. Just need to figure out what my options are.
In the meantime Fireangel over at Ammobunker has been so kind to me to do some test prints of my barricades, and took some pictures of them. So far the basic design looks pretty sweet I must say. I need to hold them in my own hands to make a better judgement though, so we shall see! :)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/IMG_0078_zpsbd403a42.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/IMG_0078_zpsbd403a42.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/IMG_0080_zps86757260.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/IMG_0080_zps86757260.jpg.html)
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Nice ones ! Any hope of customizing them with turrets, bunkers, etc ?
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I could design some turrets and bunkers and such, need to find the right motivation. I've been wanting to do some houses and such, and finish on those hounds...
In the meantime, those of you who have been following my ship design stuff might recognize this...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Container10-001_zpsa53d0234.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Container10-001_zpsa53d0234.jpg.html)
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Is there any reason you can't cut costs/increase profits by simply doing one 3D print and then make casts from that?
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Of course, that is the plan as I mentioned previously. However, there are also costs involved with that, albeit much lower than printing each model individually.
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Look up! Something nasty is coming to get you from above...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10001_zpsf69bdcff.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10001_zpsf69bdcff.jpg.html)
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The tails are more like arials on the back of a motorcyle?!
could you place them more in line with what would be the backbone ?
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The tails are more like arials on the back of a motorcyle?!
could you place them more in line with what would be the backbone ?
Do you mean for the hounds or the flyers? I know the hounds' tails will need some modification, including moving them more to the back, rather than just on top of the back.
For the flyers the tail should be more like that of a stingray, meaning I need to adjust the way the tail is connected to the body, but also the design of the body itself.
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I meant the houds
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Little update on the Skyrays (working title):
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10002a_zpsa4e498f3.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10002a_zpsa4e498f3.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10002b_zpscff3f520.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10002b_zpscff3f520.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10002_zpsa979bb10.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10002_zpsa979bb10.jpg.html)
The main design is ready, now it's basically detailing and fixing some stuff here and there.
I kinda noticed I'm working in packs of 5 when designing these robotic creatures, if you'd then cut up the models the variations could be endless. I would love to do some robotic trees, but also larger creatures and even weirder stuff like robotic ghouls/zombies (basically undead humans with robotic insides), but for that I'd need to improve my digital sculpting skills a bit. Well...I did get Sculptris, so maybe I'll figure it out eventually...
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The madness must go on...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-010a_zps95d9633a.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-010a_zps95d9633a.jpg.html)
I've been continuing on the hounds. First of all by putting them on 40mm round bases to get an idea how they'd be like when printed. Furthermore I've moved their tails a bit more to the back rather than being on top of the back. Another thing I did was that I increased the size of their frontal bodies a bit to make them chunkier looking. The previous version ended up looking a bit as if they had way larger butts than front. I might have to adjust the back of the body a bit too to further reinforce this.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-010b_zps8787d3fe.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotichound01-010b_zps8787d3fe.jpg.html)
I changed the pose of one of the hounds (http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009c_zpsac12498f.jpg). He felt a bit too static to me in its previous incarnation, and since (a) we've already got one in a static pose (firing its nasty mouth weapon (http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotichound01-009d_zps9c3ff722.jpg)) and (b) these are supposed to be really menacing mechanic creatures from nightmares, I felt the pose needed a change, something more intimidating.
I'll be working on theirs legs in the coming days/weeks. :D
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10003a_zpsf9d3fb3f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10003a_zpsf9d3fb3f.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Skyray10003b_zps8dd7ccde.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Skyray10003b_zps8dd7ccde.jpg.html)
The skyrays have also been touched up a bit, I've beefed up their bodies a bit to make the tail look slimmer. I think one of them with the round blades (one with the energy weapon on the left) will probably have those round blades replaced for the more chainsword tip kind like the other ones, furthermore the double barrels of the autogun like weapons will also be pushed in a bit deeper into the hull, making them stick out less.
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It's hard to see the hound tail change, but I like the idea.
I prefer the round blades on the sky rays.
That woman has guts to be casually staring down a robo-dog like that.
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The round blades are cool, that's not so much the problem. What's bugging me is that they make the gun barrels (be it the energy weapon or autoguns) stick out way too much for my tastes, thereby kinda losing the whole manta/ray feel these creatures supposed to have.
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That's a fair point. In my experience rays are also a lot thinner in the tail. I know this is restricted by moulding requirements, so maybe make the bodies extra wide?
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I think making the tail one or two segments longer will change a lot. As for making the bodies wider, I haven't considered it yet, but I might experiment a bit with that!
In the meantime I've been working on some terrain again...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Building10-001b_zpsa7cf75fe.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Building10-001b_zpsa7cf75fe.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Building10-001a_zps272fd193.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Building10-001a_zps272fd193.jpg.html)
In theory it could be a modular kit, I mean, it consists of many small parts such as the wall panels, corner pieces, floors, etc. If I were to design some other buildings, the parts would be fully compatible. The challenge with this however is to make it all affordable, especially since it doesn't have the awesome level of detail like lets say the fantasy kits by Tabletop World.
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A little update!
First off, containers!
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638306_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638306-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638307_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638307-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638309_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638309-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638308_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638308-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638310_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638310-.html)
In the past these containers would carry all sorts of goods, from local foodstuffs, building materials or even lifestocks to exotic off-world products. After the cataclysm this all came to a stop; there is no more off-world shipping and trade between the castle cities is almost nonexistent. Many of these containers have been abandoned, or have been converted for other purposes, be it makeshift fortifications or even impromptu homes.
At the moment this container is a solid model of 42mm x 42mm x 78.5mm. In other words: quite a chunky beast. I am very tempted to hollow it out and make the door removable. It would then also mean I'd be forced to do some internal detailing, which might be pretty cool.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638311_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638311-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638312_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638312-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638313_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638313-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/13/638314_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638314-.html)
"There's no such thing as too many bolts, boys!", Yeshik yelled at the others as they were in a hurry to put everything together. And he was right, the structure couldn't be strong enough. It had to withstand the elements, mighty storms that could tear a man to shreds. But the building also had to be strong enough to hold off the creatures that stalked the wastelands...
As you can see I've been adding some more detailing to the building, a rivet or two! There's one major problem I'm running into at the moment: this building consists of 60 parts in total, this includes outer walls, beams on the corners, floors (also inside, not on the groundfloor though), ladders (still need to be made), balcony walls, etc.
Personally I think it's a bit too many parts, production costs would simply skyrocket if I would want to actually print and cast it.
I've been looking at Mantic's (http://www.manticgames.com/mantic-shop/battlezones.html) stuff, it seems rather affordable and a lot more standardized. One thing that really bugs me about Mantic's stuff is - even though the quality looks great - that it looks rather flimsy to me. I guess I'm more influenced by the 2nd edition era and Necromunda bulkheads, big sturdy stuff! And then I'm looking at the Dust Tactics: Warzone Tenement (http://'http://store.fantasyflightgames.com/productdetails.cfm?SKU=DT040'), which looks very impressive and is quite affordable as well. So it is possible to make something partly modular and affordable without becoming an overly standardized and almost flimsy thing like Mantic's kits.
I guess the challenge now lies in reducing the number of parts, any suggestions?
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(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638895_sm-Terrain.jpg) (http://'http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638895-Terrain.html')
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638896_sm-.jpg) (http://'http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638896-.html')
Been tweaking the building design a bit. The most noticeable are probably the new railings. Furthermore I've fused some of the parts together (walls with corners), meaning that this building now consists of around 36 parts (this includes separate doors), rather than 60 something.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638897_sm-.jpg) (http://'http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638897-.html')
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638898_sm-.jpg) (http://'http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638898-.html')
Also started working on a second building, very much in the same style as the previous building, only with some of the wall components being slightly different. You can't really see it since the aesthetic design is identical, I guess I'd need to have some pics of the separate components. It consists of 27 parts (including a separate door).
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638899_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638899-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638900_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638900-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638901_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638901-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/638902_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/638902-.html)
I've also continued working on these buggers. As you can see the tails have been modified a bit to be even nastier. The bodies have also been given some extra detailing, including tons of rivets. The details need to be tweaked here and there before they're considered ready.
I've been pondering a little bit about gaming in this setting. Not fully sure if I'd totally want to reinvent the wheel and come up with my own rules, or let players simply use their own game systems (modified versions of Necromunda or Mordheim - the whole Inq28 craze - come to mind here). Another option would be that it could be playable using Warspike (http://'http://www.warspike.com/index.shtml'), but since that's still very much a WIP, with nothing really set yet, it might be tricky. More musings on that here (http://'http://trollsforge.proboards.com/board/36/warspike'). However, I'm very much pro the idea of a narrative set up, maybe even with a GM in there. Well NPC's are probably a must since those mechanical creatures can't really be tamed, they are more like robotic wildlife!
This world being wrecked by some great disaster, the hive-like cities reduced to nothing more than sort of post-apocalyptic castles, I imagined the early 'factions' to be simply warbands who leave the castle, either to explore, conquer land, go on quests, etc. The player gets a budget to create the warband, which then expands further down the same (similar to Necromunda, GorkaMorka, etc). I just like the idea of players being able to go very crazy with this. From warbands consisting of just a single uber-powerful warrior (maybe with squires/servants around him/her) to more 'professional' units and so on. NPC's would play a rather big role in this thing as well, so often it isn't just warbands fighting against one another, but in many cases it's them working together to finish the campaign (how very D&D!) with the GM controlling the robotic wildlife, techno undead, surface dwelling villagers, off-world agents, etc.
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I thought it might also be nice to give you guys an 'inside' look at the buildings:
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/639078_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639078-.html)
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/639079_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639079-.html)
As you can see, the insides are also detailed. All that needs to be done now is to add some detailing to the ceilings, and then the model is as good as done. Well, I'd need to check if the whole thing is water tight and all that, but that's something one has to do with every model anyways!
In the meantime I've started on something new...
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/15/639080_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639080-.html)
It's still at its very early stages of infancy, just recycling some models I've had lying around. You might recognize the buzz wheel, the tentacles are new. Right now only the basic shape is done, all the details will need to be filled in now. So lots of rivets, tubings, spikes, etc. will need to be added to both the wheel itself as to the tentacles. The endings of the tentacles will also need something nastier, maybe large spikes or something.
Sadly enough, this is also where it's becoming rather problematic. The tentacles consist of lots of components, which - all put together - make SketchUp run REALLY (understatement) slow. It's like I'm operating the desktop computer I used to have when I was still living at my parents place over a decade ago. So I need to figure something out for this, or otherwise totally redo the tentacles. I have been tempted to just take the tail of the hounds/skyrays and just beef them up a bit. Need to ponder a bit about it, especially since I did put in some time to make the tentacles you see in the pic above...
To give you an idea what kind of creature this is going to be, it's basically a lone-wolf kinda unit, riding around the wastelands, hunting for humans. If it doesn't crush its prey with its wheel, the tentacles will take are of it. The creature also uses the tentacles to grab onto walls and such to climb on them or catapult itself across larger distances. I still need to have some sort of intimidating sounding name for this creature. At the moment the design has been saved under the name "Squidwheel 1.0". Hmm...Squidy?
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(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/16/639152_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639152-.html)
For the more perceptive ones, I've 'recycled' ('upcycled' might be a better word in this case) the tail design I've used on the Skyrays and Hounds. The main reason was that the previous version of the tentacles were just unworkable since my computer couldn't handle it.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/16/639150_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639150-.html)
However, it would have been a bit lazy if I simply used a magnified version of the tail and didn't modify it in some way. As you can see, I've been adding some rivets on the now-tentacles as well; this kinda detailing would be impossible on the tails since they're 50% smaller).
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/16/639149_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639149-.html)
Also the spikes themselves at the end of the tentacle have been modified: longer and sharper, but also with some detailing. I'm still a bit curious is these would be printable since the printer might see it as too thin. I'll try to throw it in Shapeways as soon as possible just to see what their checking-system says (don't have the budget yet to do test-prints).
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/16/639151_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639151-.html)
I just noticed a slight mistake on my part. The human model is a bit bigger than it's supposed to be - 33mm instead of 30mm. The reason why I picked 30mm instead of 28mm is twofold: (a) 28mm scale models tend to be 28mm from the bottom of a model's feet to its eyes; (b) there has been an upscale creep throughout the years, meaning "28mm scaled" models are often around 30mm or even 32mm tall. Just put your old Imperial Guard or Space Marine models next to the contemporary ones to see what I mean. ;)
The 'Squidwheel' (still don't have a better name for it yet) is about 60mm tall and stands on a 40mm round base. One challenge point is that the buzz wheel isn't the most stable of objects to be put on a base like that. So the plan is to design a base-surface for this one, which will probably be the ruined remains of a surface dweller's home or something.
However, this is where I need your help. Since I don't have my old bits box anymore, what are the exact dimensions of a round base? So ok, 40mm diameter on the bottom. But the top diameter is slightly smaller, how much smaller? And how tall is a standard base? Up until now I've been using 5mm for that, but I've got a feeling it's a bit less. Help?
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Ok, another update!
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/16/639226_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639226-.html)
First of all, I've decided to put the fellow on a larger base (65mm). A 40mm round base was just a bit too small. Not only balance wise, but also since this machine just needs a bit more space around it.
Furthermore I've cleaned up the tentacles a bit for easier casting, but they also look better this way (at least in my humble opinion).
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I felt like doing these quick shots just to give you an idea of scale. Clicking on the pictures will take you to the Dakka gallery where you can zoom in a bit on them.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639424_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639424-.html)
You might not notice it, but I've increased the size of the skyrays with about 50%. Whilst this does mean I'd have to revisit some of the details, the model's size does seem to make more sense to me now, especially when compared to the other models.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639425_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639425-.html)
The hound looks a bit weird from this angle, too static almost. I need to look at some more wolf/hound models to see if those have a similar problem when taken from an angle like this.
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639422_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639422-.html)
Little by little the squidwheel (why am I thinking of giving it some cliched name like 'Dominator' or something?) is getting there. It'll still need more detailing, and I would like to also add some vents or something along those lines...
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639423_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639423-.html)
SketchUp's human scale model is a flat picture, and whilst it'll turn automatically when you turn the 'camera' around, it doesn't really do that when you're doing a top view with parallel projection. Thus the silly looking line on that 25mm round base...
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(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639714_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639714-.html)
Ok, felt like playing with the styles over at SketchUp, which allows me to make the stuff look more like artwork. Man, I need to learn Photoshop and Illustrator!
However, in the meantime I did a little bit of work on the Squidwheel:
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639712_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639712-.html)
Also, did you notice the base the human is standing on? I couldn't resist and made a bunch of 25mm and 40mm round bases!
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/17/639713_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/639713-.html)
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I've finished up the first batch of bases:
(http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2014/8/22/641069_sm-.jpg) (http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/641069-.html)
The top three ones are 65mm, the ten middle ones are 40mm and the bottom fourteen are 25mm. I could of course make many more variations with also more stuff sticking out and such, maybe even cavalry bases, 30mm and 50mm ones and even bigger stuff for titans, but doubt it would be that relevant. 25mm works for normal infantry, 40mm for larger models and 65mm for chunkier stuff.
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(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tower10-007_zpsf46a5499.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tower10-007_zpsf46a5499.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tower10-008_zpsb952b394.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tower10-008_zpsb952b394.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Tower10-009_zpsfe8fa4e1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Tower10-009_zpsfe8fa4e1.jpg.html)
Not sure yet what I wanna do with this. It's basically me trying to build a tower, but the scale is still a bit of a mystery. At first I imagined it to be a complete city, the model is about 15cm tall, so it would have been perfect for BFG scaled stuff. However, since it's standing on a planet's surface, it might not be that interesting for such games. I could keep the model the same and count it as an Epic scaled thing, which in itself could be interesting. Or keep it at the 28mm scale, and have it be some sort of broadcast tower.
Or maybe forget about the whole model and approach it as an artwork piece...
Options, options, options!
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It's definitely an interesting thing, but 'what is it?' does spring to mind quite quickly.
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Great it remines my of a heaven class spire
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Started working on something more infantry sized...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003b_zps2ynej1va.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003b_zps2ynej1va.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003c_zpscpqjomj5.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003c_zpscpqjomj5.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003a_zpsw63wqcnd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003a_zpsw63wqcnd.jpg.html)
It's basically a more humanoid version of my hounds and other creatures. Drones put together by whatever pieces of scrap there are. I kind of imagine this to be a robotic zombie of a sorts.
Still very much a WIP, the basic shape is there, but now the detailing needs to be done...
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Started working on two other drones:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20004a_zpstbjjxrto.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20004a_zpstbjjxrto.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20004b_zpsti6anhku.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20004b_zpsti6anhku.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20001a_zps04x0ubyc.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20001a_zps04x0ubyc.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20001b_zps5jmi3tge.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20001b_zps5jmi3tge.jpg.html)
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What size are these ones?
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I like the idea of them. I'd suggesting making the legs thicker on the latter two though, and maybe varying the arms a bit more on the first one. You could also branch away from the human template a bit with an occasional track or wheel (depending on how crazy you want them to look, vs actually functional).
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@Stormwind: They are about 32mm tall (from bottom of the feet to the top of the head).
@Geep: I agree with you on the legs, I will see what I can do. However, I don't want to bulk them up too much since I still want them to have this rather frail undead kinda vibe.
Plan is to make around 5-10 different fellows, so there will be variations. Also, if I'm not gonna do them multipart, it should be rather easy to chop them up and make even more variants.
As for branching away from the human template, have you seen the creatures on the previous pages? ;-)
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Started working on the rifle, it's about 99% ready I think. In the meantime I also ended up doing a pistol variant. As you might notice it's quite a chunky one. I imagined it more as a kinda 'single shot' variant of the rifle.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Energy%20weapons%201.0%20-%20001_zpsc90vl26o.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Energy%20weapons%201.0%20-%20001_zpsc90vl26o.jpg.html)
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I continued working on the junkbots. Slowly adding more and more details to the figures, changing their poses a bit, etc.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20front_zps73z6wa9m.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20front_zps73z6wa9m.jpg.html)
The human model represent a 32mm tall miniature, just to give you an idea of scale. I am a little bit tempted to increase the size of the junkbot models by 10% or so, not sure yet...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20back_zps3t56waz7.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20back_zps3t56waz7.jpg.html)
Whilst the legs and arms are already quite detailed, the torsos still need a lot of work. I'm trying out to include some spinal elements in there, but I'd also love to have a bunch of them with their 'guts' (I guess tubes and such) hanging out, to still go for that robotic zombie feel.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20left_zps004nb7k1.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20left_zps004nb7k1.jpg.html)
The more I play with the models, I notice that the arms really should be interchangeable. I kinda need to figure out if that would then mean that the bodies/limbs would get a pin connector (kinda like the models you can easily put together from the 40k starter kit), or take the easy road and leave the connectors out (meaning you'd have to glue the model together).
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20right_zpsvggmjupn.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drones%201.0%20-%20001%20right_zpsvggmjupn.jpg.html)
Heads are going to be even tricker to get as separate pieces, would need to kinda rework the whole neck area (mainly for the fellow on the right), but that should be doable...
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I like them all. The one second from the left though has triggered, "If you want it then you should have put a ring on it..." in my head... his dancing is clearly not impressing the girl, however.
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Very early WIP...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20teaser%202_zpsplolrg3z.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20teaser%202_zpsplolrg3z.jpg.html)
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I've been extensively updating the hounds, adding all sorts of details, fixing their tails, adding spinal columns and all sorts of other nastiness to them. They still need a lot of work though, like the legs for starters...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011e_zpszojttn8p.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011e_zpszojttn8p.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011d_zpsikfva7de.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011d_zpsikfva7de.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011c_zps1l0yirwc.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011c_zps1l0yirwc.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011b_zpsvlzqmbpy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011b_zpsvlzqmbpy.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011a_zpslotfs8bk.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Robotic%20hound%200.1%20-%20011a_zpslotfs8bk.jpg.html)
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Dang they look like mean hounds!
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Those are very cool- will all of that extra detail be able to be shown on the model though?
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Well, keep in mind that the models are standing on 40mm round bases. Most of the details are around 0.25mm to 0.5mm (and a lot in between), meaning that these would be pretty visible.
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Quickly made two pistols...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20alpha%20amp%20beta_zpszieifelk.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20alpha%20amp%20beta_zpszieifelk.jpg.html)
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More pistols!
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20four%20pistols_zpsxzfeb6sn.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20four%20pistols_zpsxzfeb6sn.jpg.html)
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You're a model designing machine! How long do these take to make?
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Each pistol takes about 2-3 hours to make, but I'm not 100% sure since I tend to do all sorts of other stuff at the same time
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Started working on a new rifle...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Autorifle%201.0%20-%20alpha%20001_zpstbk6qpoy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Autorifle%201.0%20-%20alpha%20001_zpstbk6qpoy.jpg.html)
And yes, also included a chain bayonet in there!
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With Shapeways' latest material (https://www.shapeways.com/blog/archives/20516-announcing-frosted-extreme-detail-or-fxd-our-highest-resolution-3d-printed-plastic-ever.html) out there, I really can't wait to print some of these!
Here all eight pistols so far:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20alpha%20to%20epsilon_zpsvqz0twkr.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20alpha%20to%20epsilon_zpsvqz0twkr.jpg.html)
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Looks like an interesting material to print with. Expensive though. Will your current designs work for it? There are some negative comments relating to that.
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The models should already work in Frosted Ultra Detail, so Frosted Extreme Detail shouldn't be a problem.
I haven't checked all my models, but most of them seem to work just fine. The main problem with the new material seems to be the rather limited bounding box size.
I don't plan on selling these models through Shapeways though, way too expensive (like you already mentioned). However, I am curious to see if I could use their FXD to print a prototype that could then be cast in resin/metal/plastic...
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In the meantime, a little update on my rifles:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Rifles%201.0%20-%20001_zpssqofmmev.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Rifles%201.0%20-%20001_zpssqofmmev.jpg.html)
The weapon on the bottom left is the original 'energy rifle'. The two rifles on the right are my first 'automatic rifles', they're basically the same weapon except for the chain bayonet. The ammo drum needs to be altered though. It's the one from the 'eight-shooter' pistol (http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20Pistols%201.0%20-%20gamma%20001_zpsms1sqyku.jpg), but I need to tweak it a bit to represent a smaller caliber.
The rifle on the top left is a new energy weapon, I kinda imagine it as a 'light' beam cannon, basically a 40k lascannon in rifle form (a Hellgun I guess?). It has a lot of components in common with the other energy weapon. I like the idea that a lot of the tech here is rather modular and compatible, meaning that both energy weapons can exchange ones' batteries and other components if needed.
Regarding the sprue, my original idea was to have a pistols sprue with about 10 different pistols on it, and a rifle sprue with the same number. As for the sprue itself, I really love what Pig Iron Productions did with their Near Future Irregulars (http://www.pig-iron-productions.com/nft3-near-future-irregular-torso-sprue-p-89.html?zenid=1f7029a77568486f60b1de48633923c4), so that the sprue itself can also be used in a more direct way. Maybe in this case the sprue would be more high tech shaped rubble rather than bricks.
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That is a great idea with the sprue. A pistols sprue/rifles sprue sounds like a fairly good idea. To me, what it would come down to is how you plan on selling them- just as-is as a single sprue, or as a bundle intended to let you make full warriors (where it may be better to mix pistols and rifles on one sprue, and have an alternate mixed sprue as well).
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I'd like to design warriors as well, but my 3d skills are seriously lacking in the human making department. So currently it's only weapons, equipment, terrain, robots, etc. for me.
The way the sprue would be configured (rifles with rifles, mix, etc) is something I still need to figure out a bit...
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In the meantime, the beam rifle almost finished:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Rifles%201.0%20-%20002_zpse7znj2qy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Rifles%201.0%20-%20002_zpse7znj2qy.jpg.html)
Next up would most likely be another bunch of automatic rifles and some shotgun like weapons.
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Current weapon collection...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Assorted%20collection%20001_zpsb3eui5s7.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Assorted%20collection%20001_zpsb3eui5s7.jpg.html)
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Nice collection.
It's odd seeing unexpected design elements together, like the clip in the top left 'plasma pistol', and the bottom left 'laser-bolt-pistol'. Obviously I've been heavily influenced by GW in what to expect.
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Thanks!
One thing I wanted to do with these weapons is that they'd have a lot of design elements in common with each other. The philosophy behind it, especially with the energy weapons, is that the weapons' components could be interchangeable. Whilst the automatic weapons might use different types of ammunition, the energy weapons all have the same type of battery. The weapon on the bottom left shouldn't be a laser weapon, I might have to change the barrel a bit then.
Next up would be some more automatic rifles, a few energy pistols, and maybe some types of shotguns.
Close combat weapons will also need some attention, would like to avoid chainswords and such, so maybe more stuff like power clubs/mauls, etc.
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I think the bottom left weapon is fine, it's simply that my brain has been trained to see that particular barrel type and think 'laser'. Similarly, the ridges on the back mean 'plasma'. It's an odd association that you have no need to try and conform to, and in fact I'd suggest you don't to help your designs be unique.
As a shotgun idea, one gun I've always liked is the flak cannon from Unreal Tournament. Purely a personal preference thing, but that weapon idea just seems cool to me. Grenade launchers are also a personal favourite.
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Something was kinda bugging me about the pistol designs, so I tweaked them a bit...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20pistols%20-%20teched%20up_zpsgl9m7lwt.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Auto%20pistols%20-%20teched%20up_zpsgl9m7lwt.jpg.html)
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The solid round pistols are as good as ready:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Auto%20pistols%20-%20teched%20up%20002_zpsxh3g9ouv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Auto%20pistols%20-%20teched%20up%20002_zpsxh3g9ouv.jpg.html)
Next up: 1-3 energy pistols, and then the pistol pack should be ready.
Currently got 4 rifles, the autorifle will need some serious tweaking, and then a few more variants need to be made. After that it's a shotgun type weapon. The goal, like the pistols, is to have a sprue of 8 to 10 weapons.
After that it'll be some more close combat oriented stuff, mainly baton/club/mace like weapons and some shields. Other close combat stuff might be some combat knives, and I definitely want to give it a shot at some more scifi styled throwing axes.
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Looking good, as always
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Started working on three new weapons:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/New%20stuff_zpspfhhwdde.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/New%20stuff_zpspfhhwdde.jpg.html)
On the left we see a type of club/maul/mace. Still an early WIP, will need to scifi it up a bit, add some techy stuff on the head.
Then there's the axe, it's as good as finished. I liked the idea of an axe with a way smaller handle, meaning it could only be hold by one hand. Maybe even as a sort of throwing axe.
Finally the new energy pistol. It still needs a lot of work. At the moment it's something that looked better in my head than it does on the screen. Need to play with it some more to make it work...
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Got the clubs ready...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Clubs%201.0%20-%20001_zpst5tskn7y.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Clubs%201.0%20-%20001_zpst5tskn7y.jpg.html)
Felt they needed to have some more on them, so spikes and such on it to really hurt opponents.
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Nice work. What size are they? 2-handed?
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They are all about 27mm long, so I would assume they're more meant as two handed weapons. They have two version of the 2-handed grips, the left ones (grips on the end of the bar and next to the head) are meant to be for more 'accurate' attacks. The ones on the right (long grip on the end of the bar) are more meant to wildly swing them around.
However, when looking at GW and other companies proportions of weapons compared to miniature size, they all tend to be oversized anyways. I think you could even get away with counting them as single handed weapons in that context...
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Been working on the drones again...
It's kind cool to see how this (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20003b_zps2ynej1va.jpg.html) has become this:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005a_zpsx9wuez5s.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005a_zpsx9wuez5s.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005b_zpscunupixd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005b_zpscunupixd.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005c_zps2jkkd4uj.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005c_zps2jkkd4uj.jpg.html)
And yes, it's going to be a multi-part kit...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005d_zpsgxn0l4is.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20005d_zpsgxn0l4is.jpg.html)
The creature is almost finished. It just needs a little bit of detailing here and there, especially the head/neck need a bit of work. The shoulders are also a bit tricky since I need to tweak them so they can easily connect to the torso.
And then there's this fellow (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20001a_zps04x0ubyc.jpg.html) who is slowly growing up to become:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002a_zpszcvl7ofd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002a_zpszcvl7ofd.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002b_zpslygq3vkj.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002b_zpslygq3vkj.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002c_zpsqvveuwxa.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002c_zpsqvveuwxa.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002d_zpsyxbvsfdm.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002d_zpsyxbvsfdm.jpg.html)
This one needs a bit more work than the previous drone though, lots of detailing and gear still needs to be added. The head also needs some serious tweaking.
For both drones the human model next to them represent a 30mm model (from the bottom of its feet to the top of its head). This makes both drones about 33mm tall (also from the bottom of their feet to top of their heads). Also, the parts of the two drones are interchangeable. :)
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Something was bothering me about the legs of these creatures. And then it hit me: get rid of the 'human legs'! And yes, it makes the machines stand a bit taller (34mm from bottom of the feet to the top of the head). However, it does make them look scarier. But that might also be the additional details...
Many months ago I started working on this (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20teaser%202_zpsplolrg3z.jpg.html) fellow. Kinda cool to see what it has become. It's almost done, it's mainly the legs that need to be finished. But don't be surprised if I'll end up adding/changing a lot of details.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001a_zpspaaufsi2.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001a_zpspaaufsi2.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001b_zpso3djv7xy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001b_zpso3djv7xy.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001b_zpso3djv7xy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20001b_zpso3djv7xy.jpg.html)
Remember this one (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20002a_zpszcvl7ofd.jpg.html)? Still very much a work in progress, but it's getting there slowly. The legs still need a whole lot of work and the arms (especially the shoulders and elbows) need some fixing up.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003a_zpsac23grio.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003a_zpsac23grio.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003b_zpsrwuqkzl8.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003b_zpsrwuqkzl8.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003c_zpsc6skgegv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20003c_zpsc6skgegv.jpg.html)
In the meantime I've also ordered one of the robots' torsos, a head, arm, and leg to see how they'll fit to one another. Hopefully I'll be able to share some pics soon...
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It's good to see more progress, and the parts break-down. I don't know how I missed that update before.
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Finally got some test prints in! One thing I can say is that I'm kinda digging Shapeways' FXD material, it really handles the detail rather well. The only downside is that there are still printlines and the material would need extensive cleaning. Subtle Discord wrote some interesting stuff on that (http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/150/540118.page#8090116).
Another 'downside' of the material is that it's see-through, making it rather tricky to photograph.
But yeah, enough talk!
Weapons:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.11.59_zps8dbry2gv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.11.59_zps8dbry2gv.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.12.58_zpsl3imjjkm.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.12.58_zpsl3imjjkm.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.13.20_zpsykrmo5of.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.13.20_zpsykrmo5of.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.13.44_zpstibu7nls.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.13.44_zpstibu7nls.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.15.18_zps8nmjrrx9.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Weapon%20designs/2015-09-10%2020.15.18_zps8nmjrrx9.jpg.html)
Scrapbot components:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.04.57_zps8m7brc7f.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.04.57_zps8m7brc7f.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.05.31_zpskekkt0jj.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.05.31_zpskekkt0jj.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.06.15_zpszarlfp2e.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.06.15_zpszarlfp2e.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.06.28_zpsdmycgvfp.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/2015-09-10%2020.06.28_zpsdmycgvfp.jpg.html)
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Nice ones. I like them all.
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Started working on "version 2.0" of the hounds. The previous versions felt a bit too large for my tastes, I wanted something more wolf or dog sized rather than giant hellhound. So I started tweaking some bits and I've got the torso and head ready:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/old%20vs%20new_zps4ghenwwe.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/old%20vs%20new_zps4ghenwwe.jpg.html)
The human model represents a 28mm miniature.
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Are you selling some stuff yet ? Is there somewhere we can see casting or at least drawings of everything you made so far ?
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I am collaborating with Fox Box for the BFG looking ships. A few of the small escorts will be given away as a prize for this year's Gothicomp.
The ships are still in progress, but I'm still running into some obstacles:
1) Casting them is apparently not as easy as I thought, meaning I'd have to tweak the design here and there to make it easier to remove the ship from the mould.
2) Printing: Shapeways' FXD and wax are not the solutions I hoped them to me, meaning I'd still have to go to a more high end service to print the models. Only I'm a bit worried then if they'll do the cleaning correctly or if I'd have to design a whole support system to make the models printable. It's a tricky one still...
3) Costs: whilst I know I'm not gonna get filthy rich of my designs, they should at least be able to cover production costs. The problem with BFG scaled models is that they're very much a niche product, meaning that if it costs me at least €80 to print a ship, and also a bunch of money to cover the casting costs, I'd need to sell quite a bunch of them do I want to break even.
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Been a while since I've last posted, but been working a lot on the robots. First up, some progress on the hounds.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001a_zps81iwtrte.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001a_zps81iwtrte.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001b_zpsmb4iargi.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001b_zpsmb4iargi.jpg.html)
I still need to figure out how to get the legs to work nicely, but I feel I'm slowly getting on the right path...
And here two variant bodies:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001c_zps1ubqgcdi.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001c_zps1ubqgcdi.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001d_zpsodia0ija.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Robotic%20hounds%202.0%20-%20001d_zpsodia0ija.jpg.html)
The humanoid robots have also had a major overhaul, one big change is that I've removed the spikes. I imagined these robots to be scrapped together from industrial components and felt the spikes make them a bit too 'punk' which didn't feel right here. I might have to look at the hounds' spikes soon as well...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006b_zpsga5ediap.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006b_zpsga5ediap.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006a_zpsnysrsn6e.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006a_zpsnysrsn6e.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006c_zpspu2h3pyn.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006c_zpspu2h3pyn.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006d_zpsrgd5tw12.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20beta%20-%20006d_zpsrgd5tw12.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002a_zps57ey8yh6.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002a_zps57ey8yh6.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002b_zpskkgj3rfw.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002b_zpskkgj3rfw.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002c_zpsyv84aylp.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002c_zpsyv84aylp.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002d_zpsotqu4eop.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20delta%20-%20002d_zpsotqu4eop.jpg.html)
And here an assortment of drones that still need more work:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20005a_zpsiqh8cn2g.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20005a_zpsiqh8cn2g.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20005b_zpsfli4qsnz.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20alpha%20-%20005b_zpsfli4qsnz.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001a_zps5xwualrd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001a_zps5xwualrd.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001b_zpsshw9ynrz.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001b_zpsshw9ynrz.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001c_zpsottfgwti.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20epsilon%20-%20001c_zpsottfgwti.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004a_zpsfeziclrl.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004a_zpsfeziclrl.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004b_zps7gxypmlr.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004b_zps7gxypmlr.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004c_zpssntefhyc.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/Robotic%20creatures/Drone%201.0%20-%20gamma%20-%20004c_zpssntefhyc.jpg.html)
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Took these out of the archive. Don't really know what to do with them though...
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001a_zpserfykvcj.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001a_zpserfykvcj.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001b_zpsmu5cxkp2.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001b_zpsmu5cxkp2.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001c_zpsblaveyot.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001c_zpsblaveyot.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001e_zpsosjj3n25.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001e_zpsosjj3n25.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001d_zpssvxcdjzk.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001d_zpssvxcdjzk.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001f_zps4ezxstak.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001f_zps4ezxstak.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001g_zpstsbs9toh.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20001g_zpstsbs9toh.jpg.html)
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Just thought of dropping this here...
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I assume they'd fit well with Epic? Probably great as planetary defence vehicles, or ork vehicles (with some conversion to orkify them). People on Taccoms my want to see these?
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Already posted them on Tactical Command. John from Vanguard Games[url] has expressed some interest, lets see how that'll go!
In the meantime, an update on the light cannon turret...aaaaaand, 6mm scrap bots! (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/)
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Been working on the tank's hull some more...
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Continued working on some 6mm scaled tanks:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20022a_zpskdq37kyf.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tank%203.0%20-%20022a_zpskdq37kyf.jpg.html)
More pics and such over here (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?f=126&t=26022&start=210).
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I like them. Wouldn't a more forward placed turret make more sense though? So the back houses the engine, troops, or whatever (they appear to have the space to be small transports).
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Don't have access to my pics at the moment so I'll have to do this through link:
Working on a new hull (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=588037#p588037)
Tank next to a 6mm human (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=588044#p588044)
Flame weaponry (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=588206#p588206)
As good as ready (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=588422#p588422)
New turret variants (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=588882#p588882)
Oh yeah, and the tank (with 4 different turrets and two dozer blades) has been shipped off to Vanguard Miniatures (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/).
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Update on the siege tanks.
The plan is to have the 'standard kit' include an anti-bunker cannon and the tank-hunting laser weapon. After that it would be the 'quad pack' (quad HMG's, quad multiple laser, quad mortars and the variant of the tank hunting laser weapon).
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Been doing some more work on the tanks!
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Went back at the 'nostalgia sprue', I think it has become the 'oddities sprue', meaning it'll include turrets that could used to create proxies for the Chimerax (quad autocannons), Chimedon (light battle cannon), Chimerro (missile launchers), APDS-6a 'Defenders' (laser destroyer, which I made as a quad lascannon), and the Samaritan (medical transport).
Let me introduce the latter two variants:
The Defender was produced as a stop gap design to hunt down enemy armour. Later on this weapon was placed on the Siege Tank hull which could handle the weapon better. I'm not that happy about the design of the weapon yet. In one hand the Laser Destroyer kinda feels like a quad lascannon (http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/File:Rapier1.jpg), but I think I prefer the Imperial Guard version (http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/warhammer40k/images/9/93/Destroyer_Tank_Hunter.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20110804002003) better, it also sets it more apart from the quad autocannon. So I guess it'll be tweaked fundamentally in the coming days.
The medical transport (http://warhammer40k.wikia.com/wiki/Samaritan) was just something I felt was a nice touch, perhaps the tank could be an objective or something.
So yeah, the sprue will contain the three nostalgia turrets (which had official rules), with the two other variants added as a bonus.
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Continued working on the siege tanks. The kit will basically include the hull, two types of dozer blades, and two weapons: an tank-hunting heavy laser cannon, and a shell firing bunker buster.
First up: the tank hunter:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013a_zpsaup6ainx.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013a_zpsaup6ainx.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013b_zpsvsncijia.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013b_zpsvsncijia.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013c_zpskaatn4ek.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013c_zpskaatn4ek.jpg.html)
Whilst the bunker buster cannon still needs to be designed, I got distracted. I like the idea that the hull could also be used as a basis for other tanks. Thus the missile launcher was born. Keep in mind that the current missile launcher will be totally redesigned. I just used this one to give you an idea what a back mounted weapon will look like. I've also added a heavy machine gun like weapon to the front, it can (optionally) be replaced for a heavy flamethrower.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013d_zpsegfy9qg0.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%201.0%20-%20013d_zpsegfy9qg0.jpg.html)
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Just shipped off a bunch of 6mm scaled upgrade bits for the tank I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures (https://www.facebook.com/1257474570933173/photos/a.1258095837537713.1073741829.1257474570933173/1305197036160926/?type=3&theater):
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13244272_1329550800392216_6785915452693009760_o.jpg)
From left to right: Front hull iconography plate, twin linked HMG, twin linked flamethrowers, twin linked subatomic heat weapons. Basically your three different types of Immolation tanks for the religious sisterhood. But could probably also be used for more inquisitorial themed armies.
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13221407_1329550900392206_3512143587796206562_o.jpg)
From left to right: left missile pod, right missile pod, missile launcher turret, heavy laser cannon, light battle cannon, quad autocannons, medical transport front hull icon. I decided to ditch the roof part of the medical transport for multiple reasons: (a) it was too thin to cast at this time (b) doing it true justice would mean re-designing a hull a bit (c) economic reasons. Note that the medical transport is most likely an objective, so going all crazy on it regarding design work and printing/casting simply isn't worth the money.
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Armour%20upgrade%20sprue%20-%20001_zpswa4xg3vp.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Armour%20upgrade%20sprue%20-%20001_zpswa4xg3vp.jpg.html)
Extra armour for the IVR tank, either plating or reactive armour.
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Hi Malika,
I really like your models. I would like to see some of the final results, printed and painted.
I have a question. Does the "sprue" that all the parts are connected to have any purpose? Is that just for better handling of the small parts or is it necessary for the printing process? Isn't it technically possible to print all parts separately? And wouldn't that be a lot cheaper as you pay for the volume of used printing material?
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The sprue is mainly for handling the small parts, keeping it all together, and a request from Vanguard Miniatures. I know that price wise it can differ between companies, and even with the same provider. Shapeways for example used to have a policy that models with sprues were cheaper, I think they stepped away from that nowadays.
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Shapeways for example used to have a policy that models with sprues were cheaper, I think they stepped away from that nowadays.
Depends on the material. for Frosted Detail Ultra you pay a flat service change and then pay for the amount of material used. Thier Soft and Flexible used to be a simpler pricing scheme a couple of years ago but now it's a bit more complex, account for the material used and how much space it takes up in printer so depending on the parts and how they're laid out so sprues can either more or less expensive now compared to before the change. Not sure how that works out for other printers thought.
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Just wanted to quickly share my current vehicle pool with you. At the moment it consists of 17 different tanks (with the possibility of it becoming 21 if you're counting the turrets from the gun emplacements (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=591131#p591131))
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tanks%20-%20001b_zpsiljwcxjh.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tanks%20-%20001b_zpsiljwcxjh.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tanks%20-%20001a_zpstx0holnb.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Tanks%20-%20001a_zpstx0holnb.jpg.html)
So yeah, from front to back and from left to right:
-"Hunter Hull": Bunker buster cannon, anti-armour heavy laser cannon
-"Siege Hull" with "spray weapons pack": Heavy flame weapon, subatomic heat weapon, chemical spray weapon
-"Standard Pack" (standard hull): multiple laser cannon, twin linked heavy machine guns, flame weapon, automatic cannon
-"Oddities Sprue" (standard hull): quad automatic cannons, light battle cannon, multiple laser cannon with multiple missile launchers, heavy laser cannon, medical transport
-"Weapons of Faith" (standard hull): Twin linked flame throwers, twin linked heavy machine guns, twin linked subatomic heat weapons.
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Look what arrived at Vanguard Miniatures (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/)' doorstep:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/13235639_1337134716300491_257409857388291612_o_zpsggmsreer.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/13235639_1337134716300491_257409857388291612_o_zpsggmsreer.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/13248544_1337134792967150_8402993938610148043_o_zps261npsvy.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/13248544_1337134792967150_8402993938610148043_o_zps261npsvy.jpg.html)
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By the way, my Novan Infantry Fighting Vehicle is now available for pre-order (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-infantry-fighting-vehicle-ifv/).
Also, soon available:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%202.0%20-%20012_zps5osx1ogj.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%202.0%20-%20012_zps5osx1ogj.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%202.0%20-%20013_zpsw5ydnjxu.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Siege%20Tank%202.0%20-%20013_zpsw5ydnjxu.jpg.html)
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Working on the Novan Elite Fighter.
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Update time!
(http://i35.servimg.com/u/f35/19/46/04/35/novan_15.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/view/19460435/51)
(http://i35.servimg.com/u/f35/19/46/04/35/novan_17.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/view/19460435/53)
(http://i35.servimg.com/u/f35/19/46/04/35/novan_16.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/view/19460435/52)
(http://i35.servimg.com/u/f35/19/46/04/35/novan_14.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/view/19460435/50)
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The fighter is almost ready...
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Following your stuff on Taccom too and I am very impressed at the quality of your sculpts. :) Would love to have that skill ^_^ the arate of output is also pretty crazy ;D
I need to get some locals into the 6mm scifi gamingscene!!!
/Mlkr
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Thanks! And you should get your friends to play some 6mm games!
The fighter is ready to be shipped off to Vanguard Miniatures
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Some prints have arrived at Vanguard, including some of my designs:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13517432_1365415286805767_3473090406301729440_o.jpg)
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Those prints look amazing!
The nose on the fighter looks off. The two nipple on the end are odd, if you had a single large one on one side a little below so it was off center by itself or two smaller ones on the other side of th big one stacked on top it would look way better.
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Ooh. Nice, er... earth... reavers...
I take it Vanguard's taken over the Troublemaker range, then? (Only an 'if' and 'maybe' situation last time I checked) That's heartening.
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Yeah, Vanguard have taken over Troublemaker's range and have been continuing to expand it. :)
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Some close ups of the new prints. And here (http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/694749.page#8753066) some more close ups of the rest of Vanguard Miniatures latest batch.
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Oooh, metal casts of my tanks: link (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=594897#p594897)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/image_zpsk3gtozrm.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/image_zpsk3gtozrm.jpg.html)
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Upcoming kit for Vanguard Miniatures I did (the weapon systems are already available through Vanguard's site):
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13668675_1392472964099999_2373969273751594105_o.jpg).
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The first design to be officially released!!!
Novan Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle (A):
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-infantry-fighting-vehicle-a/
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These look great mate. I'm not an Epic player to be honest but always loved the models (got a fair few!). Also, cheers for pointing me in the direction of this site. I've never seen it and they have some very nice bits on there.
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Check out some painted versions of the tank over here (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=595533#p595533). (not painted by me)
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Lots of new incoming stuff:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13962753_1409341129079849_450514485856998769_n.jpg?oh=fc4a4d2c501c7018fbaee1ea4f414141&oe=58563947)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/l/t1.0-9/13925003_1409341375746491_5409784095044676349_n.jpg?oh=874170256c0cfd5b1bc9c71e6b05404f&oe=585DCFA9)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14021685_1409339605746668_4431319146324765470_n.jpg?oh=73b14d012f84716cb8ce5dca2cfa721b&oe=584AFBBD)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/13988297_1409339975746631_4340740889260811950_o.jpg)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13880172_1409340102413285_5637679956508364834_n.jpg?oh=395639dac926e13d12c41faee9fd5217&oe=5842BC06)
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Remember the siege tank (https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14021685_1409339605746668_4431319146324765470_n.jpg?oh=73b14d012f84716cb8ce5dca2cfa721b&oe=584AFBBD) I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures?
Vanguard have taken my weapon designs for a new variant on their Trojan tank (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-trojan-squadron/):
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14047229_1417679378246024_8213100977095333761_o.jpg)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14115582_1417680121579283_5407406376597101680_o.jpg)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14107738_1417681134912515_8992273444413350946_o.jpg)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14103015_1417681474912481_6043451512174521332_o.jpg)
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Those look really solid, good stuff.
Are these two concepts or will we see both a long barrel and a short barrel version?
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Both the bunker buster and tank hunter will be released.
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In the meantime, just shipped off the kit for the Novan Centurion Main Battle Tank.
Look here (http://www.tacticalwargames.net/taccmd/viewtopic.php?p=597040#p597040) for more views of the kit put together.
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Novan Centurion Main Battle Tank ready for printing:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14249845_1429515683729060_2991392246417723530_o.jpg)
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Wonderful! I've always wanted a tank company.
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Two new kits up for pre-order:
Javelin fighters (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-javelin-fighter/)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/P1040782GRIF.jpg)
Support tanks (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-support-tanks/)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/P1040781GRIF.jpg)
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Some casts came in for the Dragon flame tanks (3 turret variants) and the Novan Elites Jetbikes:
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-0/p480x480/14196130_1433780693302559_7507728751790943740_o.jpg)
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And we've received some pics from our caster (https://www.facebook.com/redfeathercasting/):
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14258361_160358727742178_1812466039058168995_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14258232_160381027739948_2320177512664081780_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14258321_160381051073279_3377787702126454249_o.jpg)
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Lots of new prints got shared on Vanguard Miniatures' Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Vanguard-Miniatures-1257474570933173/):
Artillery tank hull:
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14370068_1443960855617876_8449656983889338957_n.jpg?oh=b7341aa249b3a7abdd2c331a7061dad4&oe=583EBAFE)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14292343_1443960942284534_2626206633103936154_n.jpg?oh=a8845f3d16338c263dc2f8bf8939f306&oe=583D1119)
Centurion Main Battle Tank:
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14264058_1443958715618090_5460090694548398173_n.jpg?oh=305f21d4c425d7336710bc79b81399f2&oe=584375FE)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14344757_1443958952284733_6127261227317195262_n.jpg?oh=01ab1676be0e0b89d561c10125459e3d&oe=5872E063)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14359021_1443959122284716_6935922998640826757_n.jpg?oh=e066161a1ba4504300bb8d80f5ee60ef&oe=5844D5B9)
(https://scontent-vie1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14355125_1443959198951375_8522452335467640918_n.jpg?oh=27d1aa593c80c8310bfe1a63b425a929&oe=5874551F)
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The Firefly and Siege (needs a better name) turrets are as good as ready to me. Note that the targeting device on the Firefly turret is a separate bit, meaning you could place it where ever on the turret you'd like.
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2114ai9.jpg)
Please let me know your thoughts. If all is fine these kits will be shipped off to Vanguard Miniatures. :)
Oh yeah, here's a little teaser...
(http://i64.tinypic.com/213hqbk.jpg)
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The Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank is up for pre-order over at Vanguard Miniatures, check it out here (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/)
The kit includes 3 Centurion Battle Tanks and will be released on November 25th:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/P1040805grif.jpg)
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Started working on some variants of the Centurion Battle Tank:
(http://i67.tinypic.com/25hpjqb.jpg)
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Very cool!
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New reinforcements for the Novan Regulars, the Dragon Flame Tank:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/P1040853s.jpg)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Dragon-4.jpg)
Dragon flamethrower tanks are not operated by regular mechanised forces but by specialist engineer units attached to novan battlegroups on an ad hoc basis as the situation dictates.
Yet another variant of the popular warrior chassis the rear hull troop carrying section has been replaced with a massive armoured fuel pod which feeds a high pressure flame projector turret capable of hurling a jet of extremely volatile and highly combustable liquid many metres. Utilised to breach enemy defense zones and stubborn pockets of enemy resistance this terror weapon has been know to cause the enemy to withdraw at the sight of an approaching dragon before it even gets close enough to fire.
An horrific but highly effective weapon system used sparingly but to great effect by novan forces the dragon flame tank is considered by many a distastful but none the less necessary tool.
This pack contains 3 x Dragon tanks each with three variant turret options.
£12.50
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-dragon-flamethrower-tank/
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New releases!
Novan Regulars Support Tanks:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/P1040852s.jpg)
The warrior IFV hull has seen numerous adaptions over it’s years of service. Many field modifications as well as factory produced variants have come and gone but others have prooven themselves in the test of battle and endured to this day. Two such variants are the Hunter tank destroyer and the Hammer bunker buster.
Both vehicles use the same adapted warrior hull to house a specialist heavy weapon in a fixed forward mount giving a low profile for an excellent hull down capability.
The hunter houses a long barrelled high energy laser cannon capable of penetrating the heaviest armour making for a most effect tank hunter.
The hammer on the other hand has a completely different roll and houses a short barrelled heavy mortar designed to smash enemy fortifications to rubble in short order.
Most often seen supporting warrior mounted mechanised forces these vehicles are a powerful addition to the novan arsenal.
This pack contains:
3 x hull
3 x sprues with optional weapons
£9.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-support-tanks/
Novan Elites Javelin Fighter:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/P1040855ea.jpg)
The Javelin aero-space light fighter is a sleak highly manouverable and extremely fast multi roll capable aircraft able to operate in space as well as in atmosphere with equal ease thanks to advanced anti gravity generators and numerous directional thrusters.
Used exclusively by novan elite forces pilots this fighter has become a feared site for Tusculum Nova’s enemies with a reputation for extreme combat manouver’s and skilled piloting used to deadly effect.
Armaments include twin laser cannon in each wing mount and innovative vertical launch anti-aircraft missiles mounted along the upper fuseleage.
This pack contains 2 x Javelin fighters and 2 x plastic flight stands.
£7.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-javelin-fighter/
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A few more WIP's:
First of all, the Apocalypse Battle Tank:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20010_zpseeiow44d.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20010_zpseeiow44d.jpg.html)
The tank is almost ready. Will need to work on a mechanism to allow you to fit a dozer blade underneath it. Beyond that maybe some extra details.
And then there's the anti-infantry variant of the Novan Centurion Battle Tank (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/):
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20gatling%20variant%20-%20003_zpsfb4iwvyg.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20gatling%20variant%20-%20003_zpsfb4iwvyg.jpg.html)
Curious to hear your thoughts before I submit these to Vanguard Miniatures.
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A bunch of my designs have been released by Vanguard Miniatures (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/), allowing you to upgrade your Novan Warrior IFV (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-infantry-fighting-vehicle-b/) (a very chunky possible Chimera proxy).
Warrior Turrets Upgrade Set B:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/P1040898s.jpg)
(from left to right: right missile pod, left missile pod, pulse laser turret (with missile pod mounts), heavy laser cannon turret, bunker buster cannon, quad autocannons, medical front armour)
This set contains three sprues for upgrading the warrior IFV model with alternative weapon options. It will allow players to wield some of the rarer Warrior variants
3 x pulse laser turret with missile pod upgrade (Chimerro proxy)
3 x heavy anti tank laser cannon (APDS-6a Defender proxy)
3 x bunker buster (Chimedon proxy)
3 x quad autocannon (Chimerax proxy)
3 x hull MG position blanks with cross symbol (proxy for Samaritan medical transport)
£6.50
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/warrior-turrets-upgrade-set-b/
Warrior Armour Upgrade Set A:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/P1040900s.jpg)
This set contains spaced armour for upgrading the warrior model.
3 x hull side armour
3 x turret armour
Please note that the hull armour will fit on the Dragon (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-dragon-flamethrower-tank/) and Support (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-support-tanks/) tank models too.
£5.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/warrior-armour-upgrade-set-a/
Warrior Armour Upgrade Set B:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/P1040901s.jpg)
This set contains reactive armour for upgrading the warrior model.
3 x hull side armour
3 x turret armour
Please note that the hull armour will fit on the Dragon (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-dragon-flamethrower-tank/) and Support (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-support-tanks/) tank models too.
£5.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/warrior-armour-upgrade-set-b/
Warrior Turrets Upgrade Set C:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/P1040899s.jpg)
This set contains three sprues for upgrading the warrior IFV model with alternative weapon options.
Warriors of faith turrets.
3 x twin heavy machine guns
3 x twin heavy flamethrowers
3 x twin heavy microwave cannon
3 x hull MG position blanks with shield symbol
£5.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/warrior-turrets-upgrade-set-c/
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Great stuff ! And good for you. I hope you now manage to have a correct monetary feedback for your work.
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Ha! Thank you for the kind words, but I'm not really getting rich of this. Right now I sell the designs directly to Vanguard Miniatures for a fixed fee. I can't charge too much (a) because I'm a fan and (b) the 6mm market is rather small, so there isn't that much to win.
Maybe if a whole lot of people would start to play 6mm scaled games and wanted to buy tons and tons of miniatures it might become lucrative. :P
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The paintes javelins are gorgeous! It is really cool to see (at least the tail end of) your design phase up to the realised miniatures.
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Inspiring builds. Really makes we want t play with 3d printing. You got skills!
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The Centurion Battle Tank I designed is out!
Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/P1040927s.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personel protection.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks with modelling options.
Please note that this is the first of several weapon fits we will have for this tank with a long barelled anti tank cannon (achilles configuration) on the cards next.
£10.70
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/
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A little Christmas present, five upcoming variants of the Centurion main battle tank (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/).
Please let me know your thoughts!
Plasma tank:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20plasma%20cannon%20-%20005_zpsp66wgczv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20plasma%20cannon%20-%20005_zpsp66wgczv.jpg.html)
Light vehicle hunter:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20autocannons%20-%20001_zpsqvk8kknl.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20autocannons%20-%20001_zpsqvk8kknl.jpg.html)
Laser tank:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20lascannons%20-%20001_zpsshfjjw7r.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20lascannons%20-%20001_zpsshfjjw7r.jpg.html)
Anti-infantry tank:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20gatling%20variant%20-%20004_zpslnjawqsb.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20gatling%20variant%20-%20004_zpslnjawqsb.jpg.html)
Conqueror tank:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20conqueror%20-%20001_zps4hawqpnw.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/3d%20modelling/6mm%20stuff/Novan%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20conqueror%20-%20001_zps4hawqpnw.jpg.html)
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The Apocalypse Heavy Battle Tank I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures is as good as ready. All I need before shipping it off for printing is some final feedback.
So any suggestions, comments, etc. are more than welcome. :)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20013a_zpsl3x4ers9.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20013a_zpsl3x4ers9.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20013b_zpstikhdl0d.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/Apocalypse%20Battle%20Tank%20-%20013b_zpstikhdl0d.jpg.html)
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That's a big chunky turret <3
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MMMMMMMMM that's a tasty KV-2 IN SPAAAAAAACE!!!!
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My Centurion tanks (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/), painted by the talented Mike Salwey:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/16997708_10155100222558158_3232703776256017400_n.jpg?oh=83c8af9b99854e42410767dc2259d0d0&oe=59655FBF)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17191426_10155100222663158_3110202829345730258_n.jpg?oh=accbd15472f1ff5af5376bdb965b99ab&oe=592BAB37)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17155829_10155100223403158_8436306482016075883_n.jpg?oh=1c5bf6658e96f3ec8273f611f701c2f6&oe=59336F29)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17203181_10155100223493158_1155500894175804843_n.jpg?oh=cc958df479954ca75ad932167e4f31d5&oe=5927AA3D)
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Gorgeous!
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I'm going to have to pick up some of these, they look great. Deceptively simple and well executed paint job as always from Mike...
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Novan Warriors (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-infantry-fighting-vehicle-b/) with AA weapon upgrades (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/plastic-vehicle-metal-upgrade-anti-aircraft-set-human/), painted by the talented Mike Salwey:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17342907_10155112953863158_3539323820276440520_n.jpg?oh=d442e42703426baf5c3018f938a48be9&oe=596D06AB)
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17155456_10155112953868158_4981942263257570894_n.jpg?oh=c2042f15b9ec11e56fb60760dbe7ffef&oe=592963EC)
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My gun tower design has just been released! :D
Novan Sentinel Sentry Tower x 2:
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/P1050140T3.jpg)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/P1050139T2.jpg)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/P1050142T6.jpg)
(http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/P1050143T7.jpg)
The Sentinel class sentry tower is a modular armoured defence system seen across novan space. The system can be fully automated or semi automated with a single weapons operator. Designed to allow construction at various heights dependant on the local terrain or situation and with many different weapon load out options this is a versatile and rugged design that has seen great success during it’s time in service.
Set consists of two multi part sentry tower models with weapon options.
Tower height is: 55mm with turret in place.
£8.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-sentinel-sentry-tower-x-2/
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Novan Warriors (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-infantry-fighting-vehicle-b/) with AA weapon upgrades (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/plastic-vehicle-metal-upgrade-anti-aircraft-set-human/), painted by the talented Mike Salwey:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17342907_10155112953863158_3539323820276440520_n.jpg?oh=d442e42703426baf5c3018f938a48be9&oe=596D06AB)
I want to get my hands on some of those for Aeronautica Imperialis and Horizon Wars for sure!
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Please do! Also keep on mind that the gun towers' turrets are compatible with this tank kit.
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I love your ground buildings ! Nice addition to your production.
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Thank you!
By the way, expect this kit to be out soon as well:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/P1050161archerSPG2_zps3jjopvnq.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/P1050161archerSPG2_zps3jjopvnq.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Stefmanovic/P1050160archerSPG1_zpsqkihzpjv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/Stefmanovic/media/P1050160archerSPG1_zpsqkihzpjv.jpg.html)
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The first batch of variants of the Centurion Battle Tank have been cast:
(http://i66.tinypic.com/35l6mif.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/wwdnh0.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/2gv57wx.jpg)
Sniper tank:
(http://i65.tinypic.com/33a8hhv.jpg)
Siege tank:
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2ufue1h.jpg)
Autocannon tank:
(http://i67.tinypic.com/2ijpz6f.jpg)
Plasma cannon tank:
(http://i68.tinypic.com/ixqlgw.jpg)
Laser cannon tank:
(http://i65.tinypic.com/14xkw8j.jpg)
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Artillery units out! :D
Novan Regulars Bombadier SPM:
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050186si.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050187si.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050176si.jpg)
Self propelled version of the common novan bombadier heavy mortar mounted on a modified warrior hull.
Contains 3 x bombadier SPM’s, artillery crew not included.
Model dimensions are: length 35mm, width 22mm, height 10mm not including weapons or crane.
£11.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-bombadier-spm/
Novan Regulars Archer SPA:
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050185si.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050184si.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/P1050175si.jpg)
Self propelled version of the common novan archer heavy artillery gun mounted on a modified warrior hull.
Contains 3 x archer SPA’s, artillery crew not included.
Model dimensions are: length 35mm, width 22mm, height 10mm not including weapons or crane.
£11.00
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-archer-spa/
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More Centurion Battle Tank (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/) variants:
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/18449581_1810855228928435_5469499495288538995_o.jpg?oh=2182b980f57467b22fb408b8d525169a&oe=59A7507E)
What other Centurion variants would you like to see?
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Teaser...
(http://i.imgur.com/a8livT0.jpg)
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Dunkerk, 40K version ;)
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Did these 6mm ones a whole while back...
(http://i.imgur.com/vArBAcQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/d1BQeBb.jpg)
They were based on the 28mm version I did, maybe I should just shrink the 28mm ones and be done with it...
(http://i.imgur.com/wdOUtKm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0YM9eF8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KIBZ49X.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tdKTVe0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eb0lHJx.jpg)
Not sure if I should shrink them to 6mm or do them in 15mm. Might make some fun stuff to shoot at in smaller scale skirmish games.
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Not so much an update, but just sharing some 'fan art' by the talented Mathieu Moyen (https://mraverage.deviantart.com/):
(https://scontent.fams1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21728443_1985368458143777_5595641828723389997_n.jpg?oh=243c81cf7814b8639ac4fd4fc7fedfa0&oe=5A4B9E71)
(https://scontent.fams1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21731002_1985368648143758_1888910438124400462_n.jpg?oh=a5b019d5fb706d1906e9c643f9990f04&oe=5A13A8D0)
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The Novan Regulars Centurion Battle Tank I've done for Vanguard Miniatures has been cast in 3mm!
(https://scontent-ams3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/21951073_1996582403689049_1789480312569417401_o.jpg?oh=179fe30688db8cbfb407db7436bc08d6&oe=5A84D5CE)
(https://scontent-ams3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/21765433_1996582763689013_6226921992024696652_o.jpg?oh=c2e472366951628c8cdeef6cc42af697&oe=5A4D3EB5)
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Just wow. The detail is amazing! Especially considering its in white metal nice one!
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Noïss !
Same. I appreciate the detail level.
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I assume you guys have already seen the first wave of Vanguard Miniatures' upcoming 3mm releases:
http://www.forum.specialist-arms.com/index.php?topic=8875.0
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Teaser...
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Most likely will be doing these in 15mm, if there's any interest of course...
(https://i.imgur.com/HWrhz0y.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/M6GrGGv.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oKqtw0u.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/93mwpCZ.jpg)
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Thought you might appreciate this...
(https://i.imgur.com/lQ8ZtFs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Y2DzESE.jpg)
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Need some extra pistols for games like Necromunda?
(https://images4.sw-cdn.net/product/picture/710x528_22006942_12338414_1516911928.jpg)
Available here: http://shpws.me/PsOY
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By the way, if I would find a producer for them...what material would you guys prefer: metal or resin?
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Well even as a hardcore lifelong white metal fan i'd say resin. It's would be easier to clip off the pistol grips and they would be lighter for gluing to hands... Just my opinion but there you go...
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In the meantime...look what arrived from the printer's:
(https://scontent.fams1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/27867141_2205425132804774_6910344102002253123_n.jpg?oh=11592fe691a388f2dac00495ca1a17e8&oe=5B124BF4)
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Ooo... those aircraft are very snazzy in the print, Malika! You've done an ace job with them!
I give another vote that resin is the better material for pistols: if the idea is to improve convenience (there are plenty of pistols out there, just attached to other things...) then resin is much easier to work with than metal. And much less need for pinning, etc..
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Resin has my personal preference as well, especially for that type of bit. :)
Regarding the aircraft, I started working on another one...very early WIP...
(https://i.imgur.com/MtEtyEl.jpg)
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Absolutely exceptionnal. Marvelous stuff.
And the new one looks good too. You manage to keep the spirit even by changing the general shape. Nice job.
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Thank you!!!
And another very early WIP:
(https://i.imgur.com/I35FcOD.jpg)
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Oo, some intriguing lines!
The second one shows why you should protect your fighting machines from evil influences: they sprout wings and bigger guns! :P
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New release:
Novan Regulars Centurion Tank (Achilles) - £10.50
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/P1050473ca.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/P1050472ca.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but this variant the (Achilles configuration) boasts a long range version of the standard tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks Achilles configuration with modelling options.
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-tank-achilles/
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In the meantime, I've started working on something more body-horror...
(https://i.imgur.com/6irYV18.jpg)
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3mm vs 6mm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqKvHpdG1M4
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Rampager Light Tank I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures is out!
Tainted Rampager Light Tanks - £10.00
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P1050552ramp.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/25393978_10215750076093658_1044108762_n.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/scale-shot-1.jpg)
Each Rampager set consists of 4 x multi-part Rampager tank models.
Model diameter approx, 18mm.
25mm plastic bases not included.
http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-rampager-light-tanks/
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Very nice. The Rampager light tanks are a great proxy for death wheels- though maybe a little small for that? Will there be larger ones?
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No plans on my behalve to make bigger ones since the Decimator (http://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-decimator-heavy-tank/) is already out. I might be doing some Rampager variants though, but that'll depend on the sales.
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WOW ! They are impressively cool ! Very well done !
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Very nice!
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FIGHTERS ARE OUT!!!
Tainted Hecate Interceptor - £7.00
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P1050616hecate.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P1050617hecate.jpg)
Tainted Hecate Interceptor
Manouverable and well armed, Tainted Interceptors are powered by nuclear cells, such that even in death their pilots may bring woe.
Sets contains 2 x Hecate Interceptors and 2 x plastic flight stands.
Length: 5.6cm
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-hecate-interceptor/
Tainted Charon Fighter - £7.00
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P1050618charon.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P1050619charon.jpg)
Tainted Charon Ground Attack Fighter
A variant of the Hecate interceptor the Charon has been designed as a light ground attack aircraft capable of rapid response and with a surprising amount of firepower for it’s size.
Set contains 2 x Charon fighters and 2 x plastic flight bases.
Length: 5.6cm
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-charon-fighter/
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Yeah, admirable. Really.
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The Novan Regulars Tribune Heavy Tanks are out!
Novan Regulars Tribune Heavy Tank (Hector) - £6.50
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/6mm-Tribune.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050577th.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050704hector.jpg)
Novan Tribune (Hector Variant)
Novan Regulars field various configurations of Tribune Heavy Tank; The most commonly found among the ranks of the Novan hegemony are the Hector Variant. Festooned with multiple cannons and anti-personnel heavy machineguns, they are a fearsome all-round vehicle, capable of taking on both enemy tanks and infantry mobs with confidence.
1 x Multi part Tribune (Hector Variant) model.
Length 4.5cm
Model painted by Adrian Taylor
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-tribune-heavy-tank-hector/
Novan Regular Tribune Heavy Tank (Achilles) - £6.50
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050578ta.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050705achilles.jpg)
Novan Tribune (Achilles)
The Achilles variant of the Tribune tank replaces the standard tanks twin cannon in the turret with two long barrelled anti-tank cannon, designed to engage enemy armour at extreme range they have proven most effective in this roll. Used primarily on the flanks of and armoured attack it is not uncommon however to also see them leading spearhead formations in the shock assault roll.
1 x Multi part Tribune (Achilles Variant) model.
Length 4.5cm
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regular-tribune-heavy-tank-achilles/
Novan Regulars Tribune Heavy Tank (Turnus) - £6.50
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050579tt.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P1050706turnus.jpg)
Novan Tribune (Turnus)
The Turnus yet another variant of the Tribune heavy tank this particular version has been created to address the infantry and light vehicle wave tactics often preferred by Skinnerz armies. The turret contains two large calibre heavy rotary cannon that can spew out a prodigious amount of fire power, devastating to even the most heavily armoured infantry and shredding light vehicles with ease.
1 x Multi part Tribune (Turnus Variant) model.
Length 4.5cm
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-tribune-heavy-tank-turnus/
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The 3mm Cybershadows Jackals have been upgraded with an additional weapons sprue:
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/P1050796jackal-wpns..jpg)
(designs by yours truly)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/3mm-cybershadow-jackal-war-stalker-probe-w1/
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New prints are in, the Novan Regulars Royal Winter Marines Mk2 and the Centurion based logistics tank.
(https://scontent.fams1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/37917088_2488435254503759_7886450860522209280_o.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=fb3d88752e9e457a2bbabd876a0164a0&oe=5BD2AFC5)
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The Novan Elites Spiculum fighter has been printed:
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So this just happened...
Novan Elites Spiculum Heavy Fighter - £7.00
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/P1050851spic2.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/P1050850spic1.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/P1050852spic3.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/P1050853spic4.jpg)
The Spiculum like most Elites aircraft can function perfectly fine within the vacuum of space, but has been specifically optimised to operate in the ground support roll providing precision strike capability against enemy armoured targets and infantry concentrations.
Set contains:
2 x Spiculum heavy fighters
2 x rocket clusters
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-spiculum-heavy-fighter/
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Very well made, as always...
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Tainted reinforcements incoming!
(https://i.imgur.com/MHJTgyg.jpg)
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Feedback needed. I'm about to submit these for printing, just need to know if the missile pods should be pointing straight forward (Elites on top) or slightly up (Elites on the bottom).
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Personally, I prefer the missile racks angled upwards a bit.
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So do I !
Nice models, anyway.
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Centurion Engineer Tank - £5.00
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050936ET.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050934ET.jpg)
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050935ET.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050946et.jpg)
This set contains:
1 x tank hull
1 x dozer blade sprue
1 x ground spade sprue
1 x crane sprue
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/centurion-engineer-tank/
Want to get two of them at once? Then go here: https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/centurion-engineer-tanks-set/
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Four more Centurion variants out!
Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank (Aeneas) - £8.50
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050965a.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050960a.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
The Aeneas is the lighter brother of the Hector configuration. Its 120mm cannon is replaced for a lighter variant. Ironically, this weapon was originally designed to be mounted on the Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle as an anti-fortification weapon. This has proven very ineffective, which led the Novan military to rethink their design. The cannon was mounted on a Centurion hull, its decrease in weight gave it more speed than the other configurations. Most Centurions armed with the Aeneas configuration also sacrifice their sponson-mounted tertiary weapons to decrease even more weight, allowing it to travel faster and for longer distances.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks (Aeneas) with modelling options.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank/
Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank (Agamemnon) - £8.50
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(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050962c.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
The Agamemnon configuration is the follow-up design of the Ajax configuration. Its primary weapon is replaced for a mortar which has a much longer range than conventional Siege Cannons carried by the Ajax configuration or the Hammer Support Tank. Secondary and tertiary weapons, like the Ajax configuration, are primarily meant to take out thick armour. The Agamemnon often sees the secondary laser cannon and tertiary Plasma Cannons replaced for Microwave Projectors.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks (Agamemnon) with modelling options.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank-3/
Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank (Turnus) - £8.50
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050966b.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050961b.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
The Turnus configuration, like the Patroclus configuration, was developed during the Skinner Rebellion. Like its automatic cannons armed brother, the Turnus is highly effective against horde enemies such as the Skinnerz or civilian rebellions. But whereas the Patroclus is specialised in taking out lightly armoured targets and light vehicles, the Turnus’s purpose is to eliminate vast amounts of enemy infantry. Its Heavy rotary cannon is the big brother of multi-barrelled weapons sometimes mounted on the Novan Elites Scorpion Tank. For extra close range support against enemy infantry, commanders often replace the hull-mounted laser cannon for a flamethrower.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks (Turnus) with modelling options.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank-2/
Novan Regulars Centurion Main Battle Tank (Odysseus) - £8.50
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(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050963d.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
A more recent development within the Novan military, the Odysseus configuration uses primary and tertiary weapons normally used by the Novan Elites. Based on the Disruptor Annihilator of the Novan Elites Dominator Super Heavy Tank, the Odysseus carries a turret-mounted Heavy Disruptor Charger and two sponson-mounted Disruptor Cannons. Its secondary hull weapon is rather unconventional for the Centurion tank. Whilst most configurations are armed with laser cannons, the Odysseus carries a quick cycling pulse laser, a weapon normally reserved for the Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Pack contains 3 x centurion tanks (Odysseus) with modelling options.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-main-battle-tank-4/
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Additional armoured reinforcements!
Novan Regulars Centurion Assault Guns - £8.50
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050942AG.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P1050989ag.jpg)
The Centurion tank has seen many adaptions during its years of service, one such adaption omits the turret in favour of mounting a weapon system low down in the main hull in a fixed forward position. This configuration allows for a much heavier weapon to be mounted on the chassis, greatly reducing the overall silhouette of the vehicle. Two of the most common weapons utilised are the Hammer mortar and Hunter anti-tank laser cannon.
Set contains: 3 x assault gun hulls, 3 x parts sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-assault-guns/
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The Tainted are getting more reinforcements!
Tainted Regulars Centurion Tank (Hector) - £17.00
(https://i1.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/P1050972tc.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/P1050973tc.jpg)
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/P1050994TC.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but the most common armaments (hector configuration) are a regular tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti-personnel protection.
This set contains:
3 x armoured track hulls
3 x unarmoured track hulls
6 x turret and sponsons sprues
6 x hatches and laser cannon sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-regulars-centurion-tank-hector/
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When will you stop ? :)
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Started working on a sort of grimdark/gothic version of Tatooine, your thoughts?
(https://i.imgur.com/NIr5XCs.jpg)
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Utini! 8)
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Plx add [img width=600] instead of [img] . At the moment most of the pictures force people to scroll, which is a pain on some devices.
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Thanks for clearing that up! I didn't know how that worked on this forum. :(
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Thanks for clearing that up! I didn't know how that worked on this forum. :(
no problem / geen probleem heh
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Great stuff, anyway. I like the desert aspect.
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Over at Vanguard people felt the windows were either too big, or not next to the doors enough. I should do an interior shot to show the concept of these buildings better...
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If you insist !! :D
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Fuel drums!!!
Novan Oil Drums (Fuel Dump) - £3.50
(https://i.imgur.com/A2MSB9R.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/LybjAly.jpg)
Novan oil drums set consists of the following items:
3 x stacks of 9 drums
3 x stacks of 6 drums
3 x stacks of 5 drums
6 x drums in cradles
16 x single drums
6mm infantry figure for size reference only not included.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-oil-drums-fuel-dump/
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The artillery platform I worked on got released!
Novan Regulars Static Rocket Artillery - £10.00
(https://i2.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1060183SRP.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/P1060182SRP.jpg)
This set contains 3 static rocket artillery pods.
Contents:
3 x rocket pods
3 x cruciform bases
3 x stack of rockets
3 x rocket trolley
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-static-rocket-artillery/
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Love the oil drums ! I'm son fan of scenery stuff !
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Expect more stuff to be released in the coming weeks / months. I've submitted some ammo crates and street lights.
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Incoming!
Novan Regulars Self-Propelled Rocket Artillery - £10.50
(https://i.imgur.com/Fn1ovkU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yQPerAC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bDJ0xx1.jpg)
Another adaption of the self-propelled artillery hull, this time mounting a pod full of rockets capable of saturating a large area of the battlefield with high explosive fragmentation rounds that can prove devastating to enemy infantry formations.
Set contains:
3 x artillery hulls
3 x hull adaptors
3 x rocket pods
3 x rocket components sprues
3 x optional ammunition loading crane
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-self-propelled-rocket-artillery/
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Mmmm the artillery block is a little bit too bulky to me.
Looks too much like a cube with pointy bits. You have done better :)
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That was kinda the idea I was going for when designing this artillery piece. I missed the big missile pods filled with tons of small missiles.
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Need more bits?
Novan Logistics Boxes (Supply Dump) - £4.00
(https://i.imgur.com/7GHRyUw.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/B4WarrV.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/f7OhP0Q.jpg)
A set of Novan logistics/equipment boxes consisting of the following:
4 x individual boxes sprues + 4 additional loose boxes
3 x stacked boxes sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-logistics-boxes-supply-dump/
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Teaser...
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs2gXmun0hd/
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Looks like something flying :)
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Yah, sadly enough it's pretty low on Vanguard's priority list since it's not a direct proxy. ::)
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Need some illumination?
Wall Lights (6mm) - £2.00
(https://i.imgur.com/7kUKdpi.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GfzhQXA.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FoOJgrN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/z59hdsM.jpg)
Wall mountable lights set that can be glued to any flat surface on building walls or even used as ground mounted lights on runways or other landing zones.
Set contains:
30 x lights
See images for size comparison and demonstration of use, here seen on TMG plastic terrain tiles.
6mm figure shown for scale.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/wall-lights-6mm/
Street Lights (6mm) - £6.50
(https://i.imgur.com/3wkuA1E.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/3kWzIoa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ptvgbRx.jpg)
A set of city street lights in two variants, single and double lamps, (6mm scale).
Set contents 24 x street lights:
12 x single lights
12 x double lights
6mm figure show for scale.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/street-lights-6mm/
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Could be used as pipes, too.
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What's this?
https://www.instagram.com/p/BtqkwP1HuAL/
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Looks like an orc walker ? Or mechanicus ?
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(https://i.imgur.com/nBRRGr8.jpg)
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A platipus ?
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Quick experiment, 6mm harpoon tanks for the Skinners. Dunno if there would be any interest in this amongst Ork players:
(https://i.imgur.com/tlT59bv.jpg)
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A platipus ?
Check your PM. ;-)
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Early WIP experiment of something I was pondering about whilst at work. This will most likely will have to be cast in resin. Dimensions per component: 25mm tall, 50mm wide, 47mm long.
(https://i.imgur.com/SCWvV0W.jpg)
Multiple next to one another, in combination with the street light kit and some models for scale:
(https://i.imgur.com/cU285b4.jpg)
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Absolutely fantastic! Love it...
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Yeah, perfect.
How do they fitt with the new Adeptus Titanicus Titans ?
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Which ones? The bridges? Well...thing is that all these designs are true scale 6mm, which in general works perfectly with Adeptus Titanicus.
In the meantime, I've started working on some more scatter terrain:
(https://i.imgur.com/QEdosLt.jpg)
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Wonderfull. I will relay your drawing on the french epic forum :) Any idea of date when it will be available ?
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These ones? No clue, they've just been sent for printing, so expect at least a month or two?
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Thoses ones and the bridge.
2 months are not very long to wait ! Thanks :)
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The prints have arrived at Vanguard Miniatures if I'm not mistaken. Hopefully casting will go fast...
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Been working on two variants of the Tainted Rampager Light Tank (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/tainted-rampager-light-tanks/).
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They look perfect ! Go on !
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Skinners reinforcements coming soon!
Coming soon for the 6mm Skinners are new flamethrower turrets compatible with the Skinners tank hulls, these should be in store next month.
(https://i.imgur.com/3oANR4H.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wOItiG4.jpg)
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Excellent the different cannon towers !
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Working on some new terrain, no clue when it'll be out though...
(https://i.imgur.com/ONrdxLn.jpg)
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Nice !
Any hope of xenos stuff one day ? An eldar world would be soooo fabulous (to ruin with the feet of our titans)
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I'd love to see Vanguard Miniatures delve into some Eloi (often used as Eldar proxies) terrain. Maybe Ben will design some for his Kickstarter (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smallscaleterrain2/smallscale-plastic-terrain-kits-2) if you ask him nicely?
I did have some Skinner (often used as Ork proxies) terrain in mind, I was experimenting a bit with it, but there wasn't that much interest for it (yet):
(https://i.imgur.com/LRWeYD8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1y1DFoh.jpg)
Sort of industrial looking looted terrain...
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My shipping container designs have just been released: https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-light-shipping-containers/
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Great containers and Ork stuff. Hope they will be released one day. If not, do you plan to make them available as printing file ? Or can we buy them to you directly ?
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The Skinners flame tanks will be out soon.
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I like the look of those buildings!
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I like the look of those buildings!
Thanks, the first two are more or less ready. 3 to 5 more to go:
(https://i.imgur.com/ONrdxLn.jpg)
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I couldn't stop thinking about this idea for several days, so I did a really quick experiment. Note that this is just a sketch!
(https://i.imgur.com/OR4Dw3t.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/RKrresx.jpg)
I like the idea of some general sort of (semi-)civilian transport vehicle used by the Cybershadows. I would assume that these walkers would also be donated to the Syran rebels. The model would also provide a great opportunity for 6mm post apocalyptic and other sci fi stuff.
I also thought it could function as a light transport that can carry a single 5-6 man squad:
(https://i.imgur.com/6oOt7kT.jpg)
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I've always liked the idea of "civilian" vehicles that can be used for scenery details.
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Update:
(https://i.imgur.com/PyTOtyT.jpg)
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I love all the civilian stuff you can add. Like Sotrmwind, i like when their presence can be seen. They can bu used for a scenario, objective, etc... They credibilise the world.
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Indeed, I'd really like to develop some more civilian stuff. But that of course will depend on the desires of Vanguard Miniatures (which are mainly influenced by whether such kits would sell). I've noticed that Vanguard haven't put my bits in the terrain section of the site, but built a separate section (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/product-category/scatter-items-and-components-section/) for it.
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So Spike has been tweaking my original Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-warrior-heavy-infantry-fighting-vehicle-a/), this is an early test print:
(https://i.imgur.com/DXiSGE5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/iNiuuTY.jpg)
Vanguard Miniatures have given me the task to finish up this model. Shouldn't be too difficult I hope since stl doesn't always translate that well into SketchUp...
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Viz. Civilian vehicles: When GW were previewing AT, they showed a civilian cargo train, but it's not been seen since!
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Civilian stuff would be awesome...
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Please don't hesitate to share any (visual) ideas for civilian vehicles! :)
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Will the Skinnerz flame tanks replace the flame vector vehicles?
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Will the Skinnerz flame tanks replace the flame vector vehicles?
No, they will exist alongside one another. :)
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So this just happened...
https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Td-OCovDc/
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Oh nice, are these like, Skinnerz infantry leaders being re-done?
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I basically designed a bunch of Skinners wearing heavy War Rigs, basically heavy sets of armour that in the long ago used to be mining equipment, but now turned into military gear. I did a set of 8 'regular' heavily armoured figures and 8 'specialists' (squad leaders, medics, mechanics, banner bearers, etc).
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Fabulous sculpts, really. Those orks are incredible. Good job, Malika !
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Oh man they'd make wonderful heavy armoured characters. <3
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So this just happened...
Novan Elites Heavy Siege Armour Suppressors - £6.50
(https://i.imgur.com/BQaHu3K.jpg?1)
Suppressors are a support arm of the Novan Elites siege armour detachments, in addition to the regular equipment carried by such units they also carry overhead heavy grenade launcher pods. These launchers allow the squad to act as a mobile fire support formation and have proven quite effective in the suppression of both enemy ground units and the defenders of city walls and fortifications. Once the launchers have expended all munitions the empty pods can be ejected for greater mobility.
This set contains: 30 x Novan Elites heavy siege armour suppressors in five poses.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-heavy-siege-armour-suppressors/
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By the way, would there be any interest in 6mm Gorkamorka and Necromunda Ash Wastes like stuff?
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Cybershadow DT-60 Light Drone Tank - £7.00
(https://i.imgur.com/AVdhbzz.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/XCtg0LC.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/IGg2Ygt.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/OFLc7Js.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/fsKfCL6.jpg?1)
The DT-60, Drone Tank type 60 is a common sight amongst Cybershadow battle groups, crewed by a single combat drone hard wired into the pilots position these tanks are considered as expendable units by Cybershadow command and are deployed en mass to overwhelm enemy forces. They also serve in the support roll alongside the heavier “Skitter†tank and Cybershadow infantry formations. The tank sports two hard points with machine guns, rocket pods and disruptors being reported as common armaments in use on this machine.
Set contains:
3 x DT-60 Upper hulls
3 x DT-60 Lower hulls
12 x Leg units
9 x Weapons, 3 x twin MG’s, 3 x rocket pods, 3 x disruptors
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/cybershadow-dt-60-light-drone-tank/
And next to the Skitter tank (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/cybershadow-skitter-main-battle-tank/) for scale:
(https://i.imgur.com/6CBwS6Z.jpg?1)
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Beginning of a possible new project?
(https://i.imgur.com/sJbzKxc.jpg)
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From left to right: WIP of a close combat fellow, gang leader, flamer guy, Vanguard Miniatures' Cybershadows Stalker Pilot, Vanguard Miniatures' Novan Elites Siege Armour.
(https://i.imgur.com/8QkoR9i.jpg)
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Very nice!
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Thanks! I really hope we can get these off the ground, kinda depends wether we can find a party willing to produce and distribute these. Still a bit too early to say for now.
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(https://i.imgur.com/sSNah4K.jpg)
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(https://i.imgur.com/TO2J4dP.jpg)
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I designed a semi generic bridge kit for Vanguard Miniatures
(https://i.imgur.com/n800QSs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cR6LR8t.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yHz3iRJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Ou8MLLh.jpg)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/single-bridge-span-6mm/
A resin cast generic human bridge span with a slot on the inner faces for insertion of a 2mm thick plastic sheet or MDF (not included) road to whatever width you desire.
Set contains:
2 x bridge spans
4 x optional bridge legs
6 x optional barriers
Span dimensions: 48mm long, 25mm high. Additional legs 20mm high each.
Infantry figure and 50mm square plastic road tile shown for scale purposes only and is not included in this set. Note also that the resin colour may vary.
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(https://i.imgur.com/glBBC9F.jpg)
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Warrior 2 Infantry Fighting Vehicle - £9.00
(https://i.imgur.com/jY499q4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZDrjOkI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6fYUwHa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/m7QZCRG.jpg)
Warrior 2 is a purpose designed Infantry Fighting Vehicle in common service with many of the great Novan houses, created to transport an infantry squad in relative safety to the front line and to fight alongside that squad when they are dismounted as an infantry armour team. There are several patterns in service and many different weapon systems have been fitted over the years, it is rugged and relatively fast for an armoured transport vehicle two features that have ensured its longevity, with the basic hull seeing development for many other military vehicles such as recon, command, heavy weapons carrier and artillery chassis to name but a few it is sure to remain in service for many years to come.
Set contains:
4 x Warrior 2 hulls
4 x Warrior 2 turret and bow MG sprues
4 x closed hatches
4 x open hatches
Model dimensions: Length 27mm, Width 18mm, Height 13mm to top of turret.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/warrior-2-infantry-fighting-vehicle/
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Flamethrower tanks are out!!!
Skinners Flamethrower Tanks - £10.00
(https://i.imgur.com/NNTiY6t.jpg?1)
Skinners tanks are often individual designs, unique in appearance, but not to be underestimated.
Each Skinners Flamethrower Tank set contains 4 unique hulls and 4 unique turrets, allowing for 16 possible combinations for increased aesthetic variety.
This set contains:
4 x Tank hulls
4 x Flamethrower turrets
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/skinners-flamethrower-tanks/
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Skinners Leaders In Heavy Armour - £6.00
(https://i.imgur.com/dmvYUTT.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/2ZNTdto.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zfdeptZ.jpg)
The Skinners are great innovators and adaptors of technology and the heavy armour worn by many of their leaders are a testament to that ability. Originally these suits were developed as hostile environment and void operations suits for Skinners workers, during the great Skinners rebellion many such suits had adapted industrial equipment and captured weapons fitted to them. This hybrid armour in combination with the Skinners robust physiology made them formidable opponents.
Set contains 24 x Skinners Heavy Armour figures.
16 x Leaders
4 x Bosses
2 x Engineers
1 x Standard Bearer
1 x Medic
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/skinners-leaders-in-heavy-armour/
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Your output is just stunning
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Thanks!!!
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(https://i.imgur.com/b3WYgUg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nhmTPwQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KUahrla.jpg)
The first set is almost done, just a few final details. I'm already pondering about a second set, I think that one will most likely include stairs.
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(https://i.imgur.com/lXt2ojO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qggQ87l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3Oymxwe.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oJp9yub.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Irtb3Fn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/T2so3vG.jpg)
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Currently working on a grimdark version of a Peruvian cemetery. I feel this style of cemetery fits better with the idea of Imperial Army dying en masse, the cemetery seems to be more space efficient that way. A city of the dead, or Imperial Necropolis if you will.
To give you an idea of what a Peruvian cemetery looks like:
(https://i.imgur.com/s28Nrmh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/udHETDf.jpg)
And here's my interpretation (early WIP):
(https://i.imgur.com/i60n7VD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oGDEudf.jpg)
And no cemetery is complete without some coffins:
(https://i.imgur.com/Qmxck7q.jpg)
I'll try to do some gravestones as well. I'd imagine that nobility and high ranking officers would probably get more 'comfy' graves rather than being stacked on top of one another.
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In the meantime, I've shipped these off to Vanguard Miniatures:
(https://i.imgur.com/9mbG35i.jpg)
Who doesn't want some decapitated power armoured helmets on spikes?
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Quick update of my activities...
3mm scaled Stalkers for Vanguard Miniatures in various states of WIP:
(https://i.imgur.com/vkdPVVt.jpg)
(In case the forum won't show you the complete pic, check the link here (https://i.imgur.com/vkdPVVt.jpg))
Vanguard Miniatures were kind enough to send me the STL files of their latest Novan Elites (available over here (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-affray-squads-b/)), so I started building some tank commanders:
(https://i.imgur.com/W3d7iJR.jpg)
(In case the forum won't show you the complete pic, check the link here (https://i.imgur.com/W3d7iJR.jpg))
Also started working on some heavy artillery:
(https://i.imgur.com/RM7oFHm.jpg)
(In case the forum won't show you the complete pic, check the link here (https://i.imgur.com/RM7oFHm.jpg))
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Real lovely, I've a huge place in my heart for bombards...
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It's almost done, just a few more things that need fixing. Think of a cog mechanism to riase/lower the cannon and beefing up the back spade.
And then there's also this:
(https://i.imgur.com/vMIiAuW.jpg)
https://i.imgur.com/vMIiAuW.jpg
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(https://i.imgur.com/6McNiEN.jpg)
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(https://i.imgur.com/CKZDVcC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZaCSQe2.jpg)
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(https://i.imgur.com/r0N7G6V.jpg)
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ooooo, i like those buildings. Make a nice change from the aggressivly gothic style we normally see, these would be great for Titanicus
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Thanks! I was planning on releasing the STLs for those through Patreon or something similar.
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The madness continues...
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nice oblits! Loving those buildings too...
hey why can i post here but not in my own thread?
I tried to add new content to my bfg thread but it says I have no authority to do so?
*edit*
well i can quick reply only but not open a new post for some reason...
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One thing I'm kinda missing in the current 6mm scene is converting. Now that everybody has a home printer, they simply print whatever they want. Don't get me wrong, I'm not against 3D printing...why the hell would I otherwise do 3D design work. But I do miss the whole craft of 6mm converting.
So...I was pondering about making my big armoured gun morphing guys modular. Basically 5 bodies and then 10 different arms.
(https://i.imgur.com/R8BriQJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/aKzCwru.jpg)
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With or without tabards?
(https://i.imgur.com/0fpEsnE.jpg)
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Without... Don't want them to look like bullgryns do you... ;)
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Fair enough! But should I then try to tweak the groins a bit? They (and the way the legs are connected to it) look a bit off now?
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I don't see it. So can't really comment on it in truth. I think you may have been looking at them for too long. Come away from them for a few days and come back to it?
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I don't see it. So can't really comment on it in truth. I think you may have been looking at them for too long. Come away from them for a few days and come back to it?
I'm currently distracting myself... ;D
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A quick experiment, been very intrigued by the notion of MicroHulk, a pocket version of Space Hulk, so I started out trying to make some modular 75mm x 75mm tiles...
(https://i.imgur.com/nzeDaPR.jpg)
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(https://i.imgur.com/twIioqr.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LP1MDmz.jpg)
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Some tanks I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures;
Skinners – Rocket Tanks - £11.00
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/P1080856SRT.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/P1080850SRT.jpg)
Skinners tanks are often individual designs, unique in appearance, but not to be underestimated.
Each Skinners rocket tank set contains 4 unique hulls, 4 unique turrets and 4 different rocket pod designs allowing for at least 16 possible combinations for increased aesthetic variety.
This set contains:
4 x Tank hulls
4 x rocket turrets
8 x rocket pods (4 variants)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/skinners-rocket-tanks/
Skinners – Rotary Cannon Tanks - £10.00
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/P1080857SRCT.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/P1080849SRCT.jpg)
Skinners tanks are often individual designs, unique in appearance, but not to be underestimated.
Each Skinners Rotary Cannon Tank set contains 4 unique hulls and 4 unique turrets, allowing for 16 possible combinations for increased aesthetic variety.
This set contains:
4 x Skinners tank hulls
4 x rotary cannon turrets
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/skinners-rotary-cannon-tanks/
Novan Regulars – Warrior II Missile Artillery Battery - £8.50
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080789NRSPMA.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080790NRSPMA.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080795NRSPMA.jpg)
The Warrior II chassis has seen many adaptions both in the field and coming from the numerous factories all across the Commonwealth. This particular variant carries a battery of guided missiles which can be either anti-aircraft or anti-tank as required.
Set contains:
3 x hulls
3 x missile pod sprues
3 x missile pod base sprues
3 x component sprues
1 x hatches sprue
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regular-warrior-ii-missile-artillery-battery/
Novan Regulars – Warrior II Rocket Artillery Battery - £8.50
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080791NRSPRA.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080788NRSPRA.jpg)
(https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/P1080792NRSPRA.jpg)
The Warrior II chassis has seen many adaptions both in the field and coming from the numerous factories all across the Commonwealth. This particular variant carries a battery of unguided rockets which are very effective in area saturation bombardment operations.
Set contains:
3 x hulls
3 x rocket pod sprues
3 x component sprues
1 x hatches sprue
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regular-warrior-ii-rocket-artillery-battery/
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(https://i.imgur.com/I5mduZn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nu9hF8r.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VYwOiBO.jpg)
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Work on the grav gondola is ongoing...
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Some new scatter terrain:
6mm Waste Bins Set
(https://i.imgur.com/lfEd1Kz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ljqtnjY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wIUkcgK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vLkxC54.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zzSIq3V.jpg)
Even in the future you need somewhere to put your rubbish.
Set contains:
4 x large waste bins with lids
8 x bins (2 variants)
4 x wheelie bins
Novan Elite and Regular shown for scale purposes only and is not included in this set.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6mm-waste-bins-set/
6mm Gothic Dragons Teeth
(https://i.imgur.com/l0tcKkF.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1vUa18W.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PUZvwKt.jpg)
A set of 30 x individual dragons teeth tank obstacles.
Novan Elite shown for scale purposes only and is not included in this set.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6mm-gothic-dragons-teeth/
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takin' out the trash! literally!
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Teaser...
(https://i.imgur.com/YMKeXJC.jpg)
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Nice! ;D
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Very impressive scatter stuff!
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I really hope that Vanguard will release more of my scatter terrain bits. I've already submitted a bunch of cogitator banks and holodesks a long time ago, but they're in the internal production queue.
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good luck with that. here's to hoping they don go the way of your lovely ordnace models and get lost to folly and time...
yes I'm still bitter about that! LOL... ::)
all great stuff though...
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Please don't release any more scatter terrain. My Wallet hasn't recovered yet lol. ;) :o
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good luck with that. here's to hoping they don go the way of your lovely ordnace models and get lost to folly and time...
yes I'm still bitter about that! LOL... ::)
all great stuff though...
Don't get me started on that. It's kinda frustrating, if not almost heartbreaking, to see your designs submitted (and in some cases even printed) but then end up trapped in production limbo and in some cases eventually disregarded . :(
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Have you not considered getting them cast up yourself? It's what I did in the end.
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Agreeing with Lord Borak here. And in case you don't have the equipment to do by your own I think your network will have some possible options. Right?
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I could do that, but it would mean I'd have to design new models since I've sold the rights to those previous designs to Vanguard Miniatures. I am tempted to give it a shot though, or perhaps even sell them through a Print on Demand service or something. Still in doubt.
In the meantime...one of my 6mm designs finally got released!
Novan Regulars – Self-propelled Heavy Siege Mortar
(https://i.imgur.com/HlwjwR4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9teBSoz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0yvfR8C.jpg)
An uncommon sight on the field of battle the self-propelled heavy siege mortar can however be found in very small numbers as assets in most Novan Regulars artillery regiments.
Set contains:
2 x heavy ordnance hulls
12 x siege mortar components sprues
Models painted by Gregory Bailly
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-self-propelled-heavy-siege-mortar/
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I know you and I have been over this before regarding your fleetscale ordnance models, but some of it bears mentioning again for the others, I feel that third party print services are gonna end up far too expensive for the casual buyer.
shapeways, is a good example, they charge the earth, give piss-poor quality print and mediums and only get the author +/- 2% proffit.
the vanguard business model is nice when it works because the author gets the one high end print then, its cast and sold for them, the buyer getting a great and cheap model in a reliable medium and the author gets a better percentage, well, I assume. please do correct me if wrong...
I know I'm prejudice, but I can tell you now I wont buy 3d prints anymore because of the effect of them when stored over years... so much of my 3d printed models in my bfg thread that are in gw storage boxes require me to clean them up of leaked salts, oils and residues with a toothbrush once or twice a year now... you've got to agree that thats fucking rubbish considering the cost of the bloody things... and, no not unpainted stuff ( i know that can degrade), no, I'm talking about ones that are already bloody painted!
the grey-night strikecruiser, the deathwatch strikecruiser, the falcions (these are particularly oily for some reason), the two 'razor' prowed cruisers (the voss armageddon and mars battlecruisers) and the earliest painted of my grimdarkbitz thunderhawks a bit too...
its horrible. cant understand it at all. If you've got to go and buy a uv lamp to cure it for six weeks after buying it, then its no fucking good is it? at the price they charged it should be done before its even shipped... I'd sooner wait longer and get better stuff...
so far the printed backpacks and chainaxes on my spacesharks have shown no similar degredation as of yet. they have all been undercoated with humbrol matt black (no. 33) as opposed to chaos black spray which (afaik) all the offending ships were painted with... perhaps thats the issue then?
I do live in a damp house but this is counteracted with a dehumidifying system. perhaps either of these are contributing factors? but it shouldn't matter.
I'm truly buggered if i know but I can assure you that I'm not and will not likely EVER be sold on 3d prints that cost more than a few quid a go.
but, hell, even then, its not just the cost of the model is it? its all the time and labour and love you put into modelling and painting it thats getting soiled too. its heartbreaking.
oh, god ive been triggered, haven't I?
I shall try and stop now while I can... ::)
scourge scenics have some glorious stuff, not bought any though. for that very reason, just look at the pics, it looks like it would break apart with the first swipe of a drybrush... I'd love to know if any of you here have had similar stuff with shapeways products or if you've tried scourge scenics stuff at all?
I remember i tried to get the guys at scourge scenics to consider malika as a guest author but it seems they just gave it bollocks...
GAH! I really don't get it... nor do i want to I think...
nice to have a rant up though...
anyway, back on topic, those bomards are gorgeous!
the painted examples show off the detail to wonderous effect... really really nice...
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First time I hear of 'leaking' 3d prints. That's crappy.
What has improved with printing is the switch to resin printing which is being made. Quite an improvement. Vanguard uses this for example.
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thats news to me. i thought all of vanguards gear was cast traditionally...
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They (he) switched to other manufacturers as the supply line was getting really thin as far as I know.
But Malika knows more about this.
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Most of Vanguard Miniatures' stuff is cast traditionally, but lately they've also been experimenting with some Print on Demand stuff. This is mainly for bigger stuff such as terrain and vehicles.
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So this is happening...
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Nice!! How big will it be?
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AI?
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Nice!! How big will it be?
It's about 70mm long.
AI?
This one would indeed be compatible with AI. I've also been asked to make an ordnance scale version of this one.
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lovely stuff...
so just to get this clear in my head.
you do this in ai scale.
just as you did the javelin.
VG don't want the javelin in ordnance scale but they do want this in ordnance scale...
sigh... I give on on them...
at least they asked for this.
Still, as I'm an imbitterd old curmudgeon, I'd not be surprised if you go through all the legwork of doing it and it get rejected at the eleventh hour again...
good to see more chaotic designs of yours though. very sleek and dangerous and very faithful to the gw chaos asthetic...
I just hope the fleetscale ones are actually fleetscale and not like 14/15mm long or whatever the vanguard scale is... my nurgle fleet awaits...
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I should perhaps elaborate on ordnance scale, Vanguard have decided to go more for ordnance markers rather than separate models. As you can see the Javelin and Spiculum have been redone in that marker style. The Tainted fighters will also be done as such.
I am tempted to team up with another party (don't know who yet) to design some different ordnance models more in the scale/style of the older ones I did. Perhaps someone who works on/for A Billion Suns or something. Should look around a bit.
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That is pretty. Laskaris (Discord) did something that looks a bit similar with the standard ordnance from battlefleet gothic.
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As you can see in the pic above we did a first test of the Tainted Interceptors, but their wings were way too fragile, resulting in some weird bending. So I basically had to redo them, which meant I could do that based on the Mk2 version of the Interceptor.
But yeah the '6mm' scale version of the Interceptor has been submitted for printing. Unlike the previous version it will include a few weapon variants and landing gears. 8)
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New tank design released!
Renegade Regulars – Warrior II IFV
(https://i.ibb.co/94cFJBb/RWA2a.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/bBZ6Rny/RW2b.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/JQs37tx/RW2c.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/b64CmhQ/P1090480-TW2.jpg)
The Warrior II is a purpose designed Infantry Fighting Vehicle in common service with many of the great Novan houses, created to transport an infantry squad in relative safety to the front line and to fight alongside that squad when they are dismounted as an infantry armour team. There are several patterns in service and many different weapon systems have been fitted over the years, it is rugged and relatively fast for an armoured transport vehicle two features that have ensured its longevity, with the basic hull seeing development for many other military vehicles such as recon, command, heavy weapons carrier and artillery chassis to name but a few it is sure to remain in service for many years to come.
Set contains:
4 x Warrior II hulls
3 x Warrior II turret and bow MG sprues (fixed hatches)
1 x Warrior II turret and bow MG sprue (separate hatch)
1 x closed hatch
1 x open hatch
Notes:
Model dimensions: Length 27mm, Width 18mm, Height 13mm to top of turret.
Helmet trophy poles not included.
Painted by: Von Krieg Studio
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-regulars-warrior-ii-ifv/
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Started working on extra bits...
Potted cacti:
(https://i.imgur.com/ncXEDLp.jpg)
Labour caste fellows (carrying various types of luggage):
(https://i.imgur.com/jdGLzHG.jpg)
Labour caste fellows (empty handed):
(https://i.imgur.com/YsFj5JB.jpg)
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The Chaos Not-Chimeras are REALLY nice!!!
I know you do a lot of 6mm stuff but have you considered ding any 8mm tanks?
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Vanguard's models are mostly 'true scale 6mm', most of them work good as 1/4th of 40k which is what Titanicus scale is. I've done some Mk2 versions for Vanguard's Novan/Renegade Elites Trojan tanks which make for good Titanicus/8mm/true scale 6mm Rhino proxies.
In the meantime, I've gotten distracted by a little side project...
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Might have been waiting for many many....many months, but they're finally out!
Renegade Regulars – Centurion Tank Squadron (Paris)
(https://i.imgur.com/xZIMIyw.png)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions. Traits that make these tanks attractive to more nefarious forces also.
The design has seen many weapon fits over the years this variant (Paris configuration) mounts the fearsome plasmic cannon capable of breaching the type of heavy armour worn by novan elite forces this is a rare but extremely potent anti heavy infantry weapon system. The regular forward hull laser cannon is also present on this variant and the optional sponsons usually house the common heavy machine guns for conventional anti infantry duties.
Set contains:
3 x centurion hulls with covered tracks
3 x plasma cannon turret sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-regulars-centurion-tank-squadron-paris/
Renegade Regulars – Centurion Tank Squadron (patroclus)
(https://i.imgur.com/tfGhazW.png)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions. Traits that make these tanks attractive to more nefarious forces also.
The design has seen many weapon fits over the years this variant (Patroclus configuration) is a dedication anti light vehicle and infantry hunter armed with a duo auto cannon mount in the turret as well as the regular forward hull laser cannon. The optional sponsons usually house the common heavy machine guns for anti infantry duties.
Set contains:
3 x centurion hulls with exposed tracks
3 x twin autocannon turret sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-centurion-tank-squadron-patroclus/
Renegade Regulars – Centurion Tank Squadron (Nestor)
(https://i.imgur.com/m9WYq5x.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/eSuvPS9.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions. Traits that make these tanks attractive to more nefarious forces also.
The design has seen many weapon fits over the years this variant ( Nestor configuration) is a dedication anti vehicle hunter armed with a duo laser cannon mount in the turret as well as the regular forward hull laser cannon. The optional sponsons in this case also sport laser cannons making for an exceptional multi target engagement platform.
Set contains:
3 x centurion hulls with exposed tracks
3 x twin laser cannon turret sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-regulars-centurion-tank-squadron-nestor/
Renegade Regulars – Centurion Tank Squadron (Ajax)
(https://i.imgur.com/qnIMYok.png)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions. Traits that make these tanks attractive to more nefarious forces also.
The design has seen many weapon fits over the years this variant (Ajax configuration) has a demolition mortar in the turret designed to smash defensive enemy bunkers at point blank range, backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount sponson weapons the most common fit on this variant being plasma cannon.
Set contains:
3 x centurion hulls with covered tracks
3 x mortar turret sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-regulars-centurion-tank-squadron-ajax/
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Work on some civilian shuttles...
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And here we go again...
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The madness never ends...
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Lots of new releases by Vanguard Miniatures, including a few designs by yours truly!
Novan Regulars – Short Bow SP Artillery
(https://i.imgur.com/oPZNJuG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9mFv2P4.jpg)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-short-bow-sp-artillery/
Novan Regulars – Warrior II Scout
(https://i.imgur.com/9twEKmx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tEgPekg.jpg)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-warrior-ii-scout/
Renegade – Sparta APC
(https://i.imgur.com/sHdKEsY.jpg)
The Sparta is a light APC originally developed for Convent forces but it has also found favour and been adapted by some houses for use with Novan Elites Pathfinders teams who find it’s small size and silenced stealth engines ideal for battlefield recon duties. Some have been pressed into service by various nefarious forces although how they came by them is not known.
Set contains:
4 x Spartas
4 x double sided rear hatches, plain on one side, renegade star on the other.
Model approx. dimensions: length 26mm, width 16mm, height 9mm
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-sparta/
Spiked Trophy Poles With Impaled Elites Helmets
(https://i.imgur.com/sWuOMnx.jpg)
Spiked trophy poles sporting impaled Elites helmets.
Set contains:
3 x trophy pole sprues, 10 poles on each sprue
30 poles in total
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/spiked-trophy-poles-with-impaled-elites-helmets/
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Thought people might want to add some livelihood to those grimdark Civitas Imperialis roof terraces when playing Titanicus!
(https://i.imgur.com/AVrnB8G.jpg)
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Some of my designs have been released again!
Novan Regulars – Self-propelled Heavy Field Mortar Battery
(https://i.imgur.com/8cuj7tS.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/flnqAHT.jpg)
Set contains:
3 x Warrior II artillery hulls
3 x heavy mortar sprues
3 x mortar cradle sprues
6 x siege troops crew
6 x urban troops crew
6 x desert troops crew
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-self-propelled-heavy-field-mortar-battery/
Novan Regulars – Self-propelled Heavy Quad Launcher Battery
(https://i.imgur.com/ouQfWmd.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ztuar0K.jpg)
Set contains:
3 x Warrior II artillery hulls
3 x heavy quad launcher sprues
3 x launcher cradle sprues
6 x siege troops crew
6 x urban troops crew
6 x desert troops crew
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-regulars-self-propelled-heavy-quad-launcher-battery/
Renegade Regulars – Centurion Tank (Achilles)
(https://i.imgur.com/gpNclVr.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pw3Z97a.jpg)
The centurion main battle tank is the most common tank used by Novan regular forces in the field a rugged and heavily armoured design it has been built to be a reliable and easy to operate vehicle capable of going long periods of time between maintenance cycles making it the perfect machine to equip Tusculum Nova’s armoured divisions.
The designs has seen many weapon fits over the years but this variant the (Achilles configuration) boasts a long range version of the standard tank cannon in the turret backed up by a fixed forward hull mounted laser cannon. In addition the hull sides can be configured to mount a sponson weapon most commonly a HMG for close in anti personnel protection.
Pack contains 3 x renegade centurion tanks Achilles configuration with modelling options.
Hull length approx, 30mms
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-regulars-centurion-tank-achilles-2/
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Thats awesome!! :o
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I'm just gonna drop this here for now...
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What's this then. Going independent?
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If you are, good for you!!!
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Plan is to indeed release some of my own designs. At first it will be selling STL files, probably through 3d cults or a similar platform. If I can get some Print on Demand services to sell my prints, that would of course be even better.
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In case you're on social media...
https://www.instagram.com/bitsblitzdesigns/
https://www.facebook.com/BitsBlitzDesigns
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In case you're not following the social media channels (I'm now also on Twitter (https://twitter.com/blitzbits)), here are some pics of upcoming stuff:
(https://i.imgur.com/RwGfad6.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/uZZaSsv.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/Pc9WMsc.jpg?1)
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The first bunch of kits are now available on my Cults3d (https://cults3d.com/en/users/BitsBlitzDesigns/creations)!
Type Alpha Logistics Crates:
(https://i.imgur.com/Mzg8Fwl.jpg)
The Type Alpha Logistics Crates fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 closed crate
- 16 opened crates (various types of contents)
- 1 crate handler (figure is about 7.3mm tall)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-alpha-logistics-crate
Type Beta Logistics Crates:
(https://i.imgur.com/8LNOodw.jpg)
The Type Beta Logistics Crates fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 closed crate
- 10 opened crates (various types of contents)
- 6 combinations of stacked crates
- 1 crate handler (figure is about 7.4mm tall)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-beta-logistics-crate
Type Gamma Logistics Crates:
(https://i.imgur.com/nVSv7d6.jpg)
The Type Gamma Logistics Crates fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 closed crate
- 15 opened crates (various types of contents)
- 1 crate handler (figure is about 7.3mm tall)
- 8 combinations of stacked crates
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-gamma-logistics-crates
Type Delta Logistics Crates:
(https://i.imgur.com/HNOmCYN.jpg)
The Type Delta Logistics Crates fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 closed crate
- 10 combinations of stacked crates
- 2 crate handlers (each little less than 7.5mm tall)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-delta-logistics-crates
Type Alpha Transport Drums:
(https://i.imgur.com/ssYVlnP.jpg)
The Type Alpha Transport Drums fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 individual transport drum
- 5 combinations of transport drums stacked on top of each other
- 5 combinations of transport drums stacked next one another
- 1 handler (figure is about 7.2mm tall)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-alpha-transport-drums
Type Beta Transport Drums:
(https://i.imgur.com/XXDtKad.jpg)
The Type Beta Transport Drums fit perfectly on smallscale terrain. Originally designed for 6mm-8mm scales, it can probably be upscaled for 15mm gaming as well.
Contents:
- 1 individual transport drum
- 5 combinations of transport drums stacked on top of each other
- 5 combinations of transport drums stacked next one another
- 1 handler (figure is about 6.9mm tall)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-beta-transport-drums
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Simple free sample pack!
FREE SAMPLES (SEPT. 2021)
(https://i.imgur.com/oRenWHz.jpg)
Just some free samples for you guys to try out. The kit contains:
- 1 drunk worker
- 1 potted cactus
- 1 closed Type Alpha Logistics Crate
- 1 empty Type Beta Logistics Crate
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/free-samples-sept-2021
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Coming soon: "Bring out your dead!"
(https://i.imgur.com/AIU0FPZ.jpg)
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New kits out!
Smallscale speaker boxes
(https://i.imgur.com/Vr5G7Vl.jpg)
These speaker boxes are great for those who'd love to kitbash in smallscale (6mm / 8mm). Whilst originally designed for 6mm / 8mm scales, these might also work for bigger ones. You might want to check the details when going bigger than 15mm scale.
This set contains the following parts:
- 3 types of individual speakers
- 10 individual handing speakers
- 4 types of racked hanging speakers
- 9 combinations of stacked speakers
- bonus worker
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-speaker-boxes
Smallscale graveyard
(https://i.imgur.com/LKiUbUc.jpg)
Bring out your dead! This kit will allow you to easily build cemeteries in 6mm / 8mm scales. The necropolis structure and graves are modular, allowing for many different combinations to be made.
This kit contains the following parts:
- modular necropolis (crypts with terminal, crypts, roof)
- modular graves (4 graves, 4 gravestones)
- 3 caskets
- 6 dead bodies*
- 9 bundles of candles
Please do not share of sell these files without my written permission!
*one of the corpses might have an orientation issue on the faces, the software are contradicting one another. Which is why I've included two versions of it. Please let me know if there are any issues!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-cemetery-kit
Smallscale cacti
(https://i.imgur.com/BDL1Rm4.jpg)
These cacti will allow you to decorate your smallscale terrain and bases. Whilst originally designed for 6mm or 8mm scale, they should also work for larger scales if resized.
The kit contains the following bits:
- 28 potted cacti
- 13 unpotted cacti
- 8 empty pots
- 1 worker
Please do not share of sell these files without my written permission!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-cacti
Smallscale vending machines
(https://i.imgur.com/zTPpurP.jpg)
Even in the grimdark future one might need a quick drink or snack! These vending machines are suitable for many smallscale (6mm or 8mm) projects, but could also be resized for bigger stuff. I wouldn't recommend going bigger than 15mm without redoing the details.
This set contains the following bits:
- 10 different vending machines
- 3 drunk workers
Please do not share of sell these files without my written permission!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-vending-machines
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New release!
Smallscale Shipping Containers (Type Alpha):
(https://i.imgur.com/2T9kldj.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hz5qCjK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/b9dYW9Z.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PSjEvFD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/43YGKbc.jpg)
Various types of shipping containers are found throughout the human colonies. The Type Alpha Shipping Container is one of these. Besides being used to transport goods, it also has a market stand variant.
This modular container designed for 6mm/8mm scaled gaming, so it would fit perfectly with stuff like Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech. But it could probably be upscaled to larger scales as well.
The kit contains the following parts:
- standard shipping container (19.75mm long x 13.5mm tall x 11mm wide)
- ventilated shipping container
- long shipping container (39.5mm long x 13.5mm tall x 11mm wide)
- 6 types of standard containers converted into market stands
- 8 types of container hatches
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-shipping-containers-type-alpha
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Working on some ventilation system stuff, any thoughts on those?
(https://i.imgur.com/VSxP5HJ.jpg)
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Don't on a 3D printer, but still want my bits? I've been reaching out to some parties to distribute my designs. First of them are TapThatGames (https://www.etsy.com/shop/TapThatGames1). I've sent them my entire catalog, so hopefully you'll be able to order your printed models from there soon.
But first up is the Cemetery Kit:
(https://i.etsystatic.com/26284740/r/il/534abf/3327877252/il_1588xN.3327877252_8ti6.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/26284740/r/il/3a3413/3327877374/il_794xN.3327877374_h16j.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/26284740/r/il/c7ed56/3375574835/il_794xN.3375574835_3n8o.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/26284740/r/il/68cc94/3327877608/il_794xN.3327877608_q21f.jpg)
Available here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1070467620/bits-blitz-cemetary-kit
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Need some civilian shuttles for your Titans to stomp on?
Scarab class civilian shuttle
(https://i.imgur.com/qrag1Nx.jpg)
The Scarab class civilian shuttle is designed for smallscale (6mm / 8mm) gaming, making it compatible for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, Aeronautica Imperialis, X-Wing and others.
The kit contains the following parts:
- 3x hulls (landing gears out, landing gears in, separate landing gears)
- separate landing gears
- 2x crew members
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/scarab-class-civilian-shuttle (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/scarab-class-civilian-shuttle)
Beetle class civilian shuttle
(https://i.imgur.com/OW1h7Vc.jpg)
The Beetle class civilian shuttle is designed for smallscale (6mm / 8mm) gaming, making it compatible for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, Aeronautica Imperialis, X-Wing and others.
The kit contains the following parts:
- 3x hulls (landing gears out, landing gears in, separate landing gears)
- 2x engines
- 3x hatches (closed, opened, crew member walking out)
- separate landing gears
- crew member
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beetle-class-civilian-shuttle (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beetle-class-civilian-shuttle)
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Still a work in progress, hoping to be able to release it in October. Don't pin me on that one though!
(https://i.imgur.com/YnS3aip.jpg)
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New release!
Smallscale ventilation systems
(https://i.imgur.com/bpI5Z1I.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/E91nZnP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yM3LeYP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Cu81WUH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3Jj4iCt.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9jPCSkh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pKutfWg.jpg)
These smallscale (6mm/8mm) ventilation systems were designed to be used on buildings and vehicles for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, and Dropzone Commander. It could of course also be used for other projects and resized if needed.
The kit contains the following items:
- 21 types of ventilation systems
- 2 types of windcatchers
- 1 mechanic
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-ventilation-systems
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3mm turrets I've designed for Vanguard Miniatures are out!
3mm Skinners – Rotary Cannon Tanks
(https://i.imgur.com/QAGGKCx.jpg)
Skinners tank with rotary cannon turrets
Set contains:
8 x tank hulls (4 variants)
8 x rotary cannon turrets (4 variants)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/3mm-skinners-rotary-cannon-tanks/
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Various of my items have become available on Tap That Games!
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Vending Machines
(https://i.imgur.com/pN0r5Ak.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1091778959/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Gamma Logistics Crates
(https://i.imgur.com/uzkafCk.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1077842298/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Delta Logistics Crates
(https://i.imgur.com/xMHW9Ds.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1077840704/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Beta Transport Drums
(https://i.imgur.com/GIMraVF.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1091773515/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Beta Logistics Crates
(https://i.imgur.com/hL1tVCg.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1077836356/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Alpha Transport Drums
(https://i.imgur.com/0iReUcM.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1091768113/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain Type Alpha Shipping Containers
(https://i.imgur.com/M3mpvnh.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1091766339/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scattered Terrain- Type Alpha Logistics Crates
(https://i.imgur.com/DcmqGAv.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1077829512/bits-blitz-68mm-scattered-terrain-type
Bits Blitz 6/8mm Scatter Terrain- Cacti Set
(https://i.imgur.com/mg0xPYW.jpg)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1091760353/bits-blitz-68mm-scatter-terrain-cacti
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New WIPs:
(https://i.imgur.com/VNkrwBW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LgCCdpO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/21DVc1w.jpg)
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Another free sample pack out!
(https://i.imgur.com/MaVf29f.jpg)
Just some free samples for you guys to try out. The kit contains:
- 1 luggage carrier
- 1 logistics worker
- 1 speaker box
- 1 bundle of candles
- 1 ventilation box
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/free-samples-oct-2021
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I'm trying out Blender...again! Hopefully this time it'll stick. At the moment I'm just using it for rendering, but eventually I should do modelling as well.
(https://i.imgur.com/6wQQEgR.jpg)
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Cool stuff all around mate! I've seen your things on Cults and been tempted to download them myself now that I've joined the club!!
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You can download the free samples if you're still in doubt:
September pack (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/free-samples-sept-2021)
October pack (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/free-samples-oct-2021)
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Thanks! My printer is working almost 24/7 as it is lol. But I love me some scenery!!
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I've been a bit quiet lately, this is mainly due to me doing various designs for Vanguard Miniatures at the moment.
But yeah, for Bits Blitz I've been working on some modular buildings. I hope to be able to release the first one by the end of the month...
(https://i.imgur.com/Trsg2Gt.jpg)
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Rudolf from Grimdark Terrain donated me a Blender preset to play with to make nicer renders of my models. I'm slowly trying to learn Blender here...
(https://i.imgur.com/tvBE86K.jpg)
Also been working on a modular apartment block, and yes...the balconies are modular:
(https://i.imgur.com/2TyKeJu.jpg)
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The work never ends...
(https://i.imgur.com/TOH92XE.jpg)
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Really nice stuff mate. More 6mm/8mm terrain is always appreciated.
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Been working on some extra bits to add on the bottom of my building design. Note that these bits could be added anywhere else a well. These are just the first three designs, I've currently got about 15 such parts done (vent systems, cogitators, libraries, etc) and will most likely do a whole bunch more of them.
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More little bits, I've got about 25 of them at this moment. Also, notice that the building got wider? Working on an upgrade kit...
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Coming soon...
(https://i.imgur.com/Hf1CGjm.jpg?1)
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My first building just got released!
Alpha Hab Tower
(https://i.imgur.com/n04KkTP.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/jtE8Igq.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/GWlv76b.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/JgSij7h.jpg?1)
The Alpha Hab Tower is designed for 6mm/8mm gaming, but it could probably be upscaled for 10mm and 15mm scaled gaming as well. This makes the Alpha Hab Tower suitable for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Dropzone Commander, or Battletech.
The kit consists of the following parts:
- 3 types of entrances (all windows, single row of balconies, double row of balconies)
- 3 types of back walls (all windows, single row of balconies, double row of balconies)
- 3 types of side walls (all windows, single row of balconies, double row of balconies)
- 2 types of roofs
- 7 types of balconies
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/alpha-hab-tower
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Yeah, those buildings are the nuts mate!!!
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Cheers mate!
I've sent you an email by the way with some updated files and extra tips for how to print this kit. :)
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The very talented Wolfkeeper printed and primed my building design *bounces around like a little girl*, I'm really stoked to see my designs come to life like this!
https://www.instagram.com/p/CWS0f9Mqq8z/
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Mine are printing off now. I've done two and there's two more on the way.
Are you going to be doing different heights? Biggers Rooves to make larger buildings etc?
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There are different building shapes in the planning, so basically different roofs which will allow you to put the walls together in different shapes. As for taller buildings, I was thinking of a roof upgrade that will allow to to make a taller Alpha Hab Tower.
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Meanwhile...
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Pretty cool..................
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Don't have your own printer but still wanna get your hands on the Alpha Hab Tower? DG Minis UK have got you covered!
Available here! (https://www.dgminisuk.co.uk/Alpha_Hab_Tower/p8022653_21481245.aspx)
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Two new kits of mine have been released by Vanguard Miniatures!
Renegade – Hecate II Interceptor
(https://i.imgur.com/kaoBN5P.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zVdtYhM.jpg)
Renegade Hecate Mk2 Interceptor
Manoeuvrable and well armed, Hecate Interceptors are powered by nuclear cells, such that even in death their pilots may bring woe.
Sets contains:
1 x Hecate Interceptor hull
2 x Hecate components sprues
Notes:
1) Model length: 71mms (note that this model is larger than the old metal Hecate)
2) Fully resin cast model kit
3) Model can be assembled in flight mode or landed
4) Several weapon options included
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-hecate-ii-interceptor/
Novan Elites – Champions
(https://i.imgur.com/YyAqFml.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FQNIj23.jpg)
Novan Elites Legion Champions.
Set contains:
3 x Champions sprues (15 figures in 5 variants)
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-b-champions/
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Bring out yer dead!
(https://i.imgur.com/XpstmDu.jpg)
I've decided to release the dead workers from the cemetery kit as a separate package.
The dead workers can be found here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-dead-workers
The original cemetery kit can be downloaded here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-cemetery-kit
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Final release of the year!
6MM/8MM CRUDE GRIMDARK TECH SHANTY - SET 01
(https://i.imgur.com/CWRto6a.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/JiBtRrK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8YYhbpM.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8rz2aoH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OuF1NFs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/XmQCsEU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/YCAcfkk.jpg)
Designed for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Epic, or Battletech in mind, these crude structures will give your battlefield some extra character. This kit includes 6 highly detailed 6mm/8mm scaled structures.
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/6mm-8mm-crude-grimdark-tech-shanty-set-01
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For those who don't have a 3d printer of their own:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1140781136/shanty-tech-town-for-6mm-tabletop
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The very talented Crablezworth (check out his stuff here (https://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/787202.page)) had my designs remixed, then printed and painted them up. Check out the signage and little drunk fellows.
(https://i.ibb.co/X3kmfVb/close-up-1.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/cySLSv9/close-up-2.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/znNVqb6/close-up-3.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/ccxHgw2/close-up-4.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/gPNKzJw/close-up-5.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/f22VXGT/close-up-6.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/j5RzJ3r/close-up-7.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Km6YHNx/close-up-8.jpg)
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Work on the grav gondolas goes on
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Very nice detailing!
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Thanks! I can't wait to see many of these designs done. Sadly enough a day only has 24 hours! :(
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Ugh, I need to get some of these buildings!!! but I have so much stuff printed and awaiting painting I cant justify print more lol.
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SMALLSCALE PREFAB UNIT (SONONIS PATTERN)
(https://i.imgur.com/SJkG3IO.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/3jyRm3P.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/BZmc2Rm.jpg)
The Sononis pattern prefab unit is widely used throughout the colonies either as a storage unit or a cheap alternative for housing. The design itself is very ancient, based on the old prefabricated steel structures developed by the military engineer known as the son of Nis.
The kit is now available on my Cults3d shop (link in bio) and contains the following parts:
-single structure
-10 different door options
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-prefab-unit-sononis-pattern
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Those are COOL!!! ;D
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Thanks! Can't wait to see what the community will do with them :D
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Just released a smallscale salvage crew:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-salvage-crew
(https://i.imgur.com/6QUEK9J.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/uxPOSRX.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/1UIYQW6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SzzMvs9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/uZgxoIX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/r8PaAWl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TLdc28P.jpg?1)
The set includes 15 crew members and 5 pieces of debris. The miniatures are about 7mm tall, making them very suitable for games such as Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech.
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Bridge Span Set – (STL Download)
(https://i.imgur.com/0rQf2qp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SI39fdn.jpg)
This model has been designed to be able to use Troublemaker Games straight road plastic tiles, but you can use any material you like to create roads for this bridge model.
Set contents:
1 x bridge span
1 x bridge support
2 x street light variants
1 x safety bollard
1 x public comms console
All files unsupported.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/bridge-span-set-stl-download/
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You are really, really making me want to do a city board for Titanicus. >:(
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You really should! Combine some of my Bits Blitz stuff with the plastic kits of Troublemaker Games and Games Workshop, then add the amazing stuff by Grimdark Terrain in there and the possibilities are endless! 8)
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A little announcement!
The STLs of Bits Blitz Designs stuff are now also available through Vanguard Miniatures. For now you can only buy the STLs there, but soon you can also buy printed versions of my designs through them. You can find the current catalog over HERE (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/product-category/3d-printable-stl-files/bits-blitz-designs-stls/)!
Note that Bits Blitz Designs' shop on Cults3D (https://cults3d.com/en/users/BitsBlitzDesigns/creations) also stays open.
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bloody hell thats great news M!
you must be pleased to have another platform to sell from!
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Drunk workers are now available! Always handy for your Titanicus scaled projects!
SMALLSCALE DRUNK WORKERS:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-drunk-workers
(https://i.imgur.com/PkZMmdk.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/gxMd8ir.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xaR5m5E.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/aktNUYN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/w6o8kni.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FvTjuZm.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bXAfpQe.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yF7tfQa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4xHo5oJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/J7ADUcb.jpg)
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Teaser of things to come...
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I have no idea what they are............. bit I LOVE them!!!
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More Bits Blitz Designs items are now available as STL's on Vanguard Miniatures!
(https://i.imgur.com/v6LfCOd.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/0JcAywa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/shYZ7Hn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xjvMOKn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mPMOdKR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4gEeDI4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/YZZUqwI.jpg)
Available here: https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/product-category/3d-printable-stl-files/bits-blitz-designs-stls/
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Work on some new civilian shuttles:
(https://i.imgur.com/IRqE1Xf.jpg?1)
The smaller Scarab and Beetle class shuttles are already available for printing.
Scarab:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/scarab-class-civilian-shuttle
Beetle:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beetle-class-civilian-shuttle
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New tanks out!
Novan Elites – Trojan II APC
(https://i.imgur.com/jIHIjAp.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/CyEEI91.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/2ui5hEH.jpg?1)
Set contains:
3 x Trojan II hulls (resin cast)
9 x rear hull hatches (resin cast) (3 of each Novan Great House symbols – reverse sides plain)
5 x forward hatches sprues (metal cast) (5 variants)
Notes:
1) These models can mount turrets such as the Hailstorm and IFV turret variants from the metal cast model range.
2) The Novan Great House symbols provided are for, The Duchy of Crescente, The Fero 3) Ascendancy and The Triumvirate of Aquilae.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-elites-trojan-ii-apc/
Renegade Novan Elites – Trojan II APC
(https://i.imgur.com/L21SumU.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/P3Uma0h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/thAPdG1.jpg)
Set contains:
3 x Renegade Trojan II hulls (resin cast)
9 x rear hull hatches (resin cast) (3 variants – reverse sides plain)
5 x forward hatches sprues (metal cast) (5 variants)
Notes:
These models can mount turrets such as the Hailstorm and IFV turret variants from the metal cast model range.
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/renegade-novan-elites-trojan-ii-apc/
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Always great to see what others will do with your designs. The very talented n13e86 (https://www.instagram.com/n13e86) painted up my Tech Shanties:
(https://i.imgur.com/wKiBcf4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ca6XOYO.jpg)
STL's available here:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/6mm-8mm-crude-grimdark-tech-shanty-set-01
or here:
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6-8mm-tech-shanties-set-1-stl-download/
Printed versions available here:
https://www.mighty-minis-uk.com/Imperial_District_Shanties/p8022653_21558523.aspx
or here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1140781136/shanty-tech-town-for-6mm-tabletop
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I love these buildings. They're fantastic. If only I had gone for a city board instead of a desert board for Titanicus lol.
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I feel the buildings might be small enough for a crude desert village or something. ;D
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So...the BU-11 transport shuttle (AKA 'the Bull') has just been released!
(https://i.imgur.com/1hV0Fy5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/QmQdClB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Dfb3oz9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/NcR7ZQP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pmnqMnB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9piPVly.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/V0dQdxk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/XtibKWi.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/6Ff7L1K.jpg)
The BU-11 class civilian shuttle, also known as the 'Bull', is designed for smallscale (6mm / 8mm) gaming, making it compatible for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, Aeronautica Imperialis, X-Wing and others.
The kit contains the following parts:
- 3x hulls (landing gears out, landing gears in, no landing gears at all)
- cockpit
- front hatch
- engine*
- separate landing gears**
- 2x crew members
Please do not share of sell these files without my written permission!
*Note that you'll have to print the engine 4 times.
**Note that you'll have to print each of the landing gear parts 2 times if you're planning on using them on the hull without the landing gears.
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And it's available over here (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/bu-11-bull-class-civilian-shuttle-stl-download/)!
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Printed versions of the Salvage Crew (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6-8mm-salvage-crew-stl-download/) and BU-11 Shuttle (https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/bu-11-bull-class-civilian-shuttle-stl-download/) are now available at FilamentResinHunter (https://www.etsy.com/shop/FilamentResinHunter)!
BU-11 Shuttle
(https://i.imgur.com/YsS4AUr.jpg)
Available HERE (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1189840980/bu-11-bull-shuttle-for-6mm-tabletop-by)!
Salvage Crew
(https://i.imgur.com/b0DsTD2.jpg?1)
Available HERE (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1203798931/salvage-crew-for-6mm-tabletop-by-bitz)
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lovely looking dropship there. very well designed...
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Thanks!
Here some shots of a few new designs I'm working on
(https://i.imgur.com/Fq3Hb5d.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/InSyT8Y.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/JD4Mg8U.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9qcNXTw.jpg?1)
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Alpha Hab Tower (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/alpha-hab-tower): printed, converted, and painted by Crablezworth:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZjmjPMH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/NYC02m4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/CEy515c.jpg)
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Very nice!!
Unfortunately I haven't even sprayed mine yet. :o
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Very nice!!
Unfortunately I haven't even sprayed mine yet. :o
(https://media.giphy.com/media/J7jsbfcJ2O5eo/giphy.gif)
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I know I know!!! ::)
Promise I'll do them at the weekend. ;D
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Weekend's over!
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Crablezworth did my 5-CRB (Scarab) shuttle!
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And here a little diorama he did!
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Cybershadow – Logistics/Utility Crab
(https://i.imgur.com/i8tmfsi.jpg?1)
Set contains:
2 x logistics upper hulls
2 x crane arms
2 x lower hull
12 x legs
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/cybershadow-light-logistics-crab/
Novan Logistics Set
(https://i.imgur.com/SH3hwDu.jpg?1)
Set contains:
3 x barrels sprues + 7 additional loose barrels
3 x stacked boxes sprues
2 x separate open boxes sprues + 4 loose boxes
2 x separate closed boxes sprues
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/novan-logistics-set/
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I've designed this set for Vanguard Miniatures. I guess it could come in handy for those who want to build repairbays for Titanicus or just play some MicroMunda!
https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6mm-raised-industrial-walkways-set-1-stl-download/
(https://i.imgur.com/YUpw347.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hO0ke5s.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0IoD8FD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/66jfPts.jpg)
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Damn!! those Walkways are amazing!!!! :o
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Crablezworth put together this little diorama using my designs
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thats just all kinds of awesome. they are astonishingly detailed minis for something so small. good to see them with a nice drop 'o' paint on them too...
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Indeed, some paint really makes them come to life!
In the meantime, the mining crew is as good as ready. Need to do some nice render shots of them before putting them up on my Cults3d shop.
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Another freebie!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-shrines
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/shrine10.png)
Each shrine is about 10mm tall. Making it perfect for Titanicus scaled terrain and what not.
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Need a mining crew?
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-mining-crew
(https://i.imgur.com/3PYO8oZ.jpeg)
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John Fielding from Vanguard Miniatures did a quick test print of one of the new Tech Shanties (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/6mm-8mm-crude-grimdark-tech-shanty-set-02) I've released:
(https://i.imgur.com/xeZCoW3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9wq24Cv.jpg)
The STL's are also available at Vanguard Miniatures: https://vanguardminiatures.co.uk/shop/6mm-tech-shanties-set-2-stl-download/
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Nice...................... Would be cool at 28mm.
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Nice...................... Would be cool at 28mm.
Well...if you increase the model's size by a factor of 4 and maybe tweak a few of the details it might actually work.
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Can anyone provide me the dimensions of the parts where the Porphyrion's weapon arms connect to the hull? (been working on a missile pod for it)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/porphy10.jpg)
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Latest addition to the Container Market is out!
SMALLSCALE CONTAINER MARKET - INTERPLANETARY EXPRESS
(https://i.imgur.com/0iKD8EJ.jpg)
Designed for 6mm/8mm gaming in mind. Compatible with games such as Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech.
The 'Smallscale Container Market - Interplanetary Express' kit includes the following items:
1) Container based stand
2) Shipping container
3) Cargo scale
4) 6 different crates
5) 6 ground crew
Please do not share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-container-market-interplanetary-express
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Two new releases!
Robert's Breaded Meats!
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/robert10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/robert11.jpg)
Designed for 6mm/8mm gaming in mind. Compatible with games such as Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech.
The 'Smallscale Container Market - Interplanetary Express' kit includes the following items:
1) Container based stand
2) Waiter
3) 2 clients
4) 2 scavenger scrapbots
5) 4 tables
Please do not share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-container-market-robert-s-breaded-meats
And a freebie!
TYPE ALPHA SHIPPING CONTAINER
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/type_a10.jpg)
Designed for smallscale games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, or Dropzone Commander in mind.
Kit contains a single Type Alpha Shipping Container, its dimensions are 11mm wide x 19.75mm deep x 13.5mm tall. Note that the model is hollowed out.
Please do not share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/type-alpha-shipping-container
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Another release!
BU-F410 (also known as the 'Buffalo') ready for deployment!
(https://i.imgur.com/DmsCxYX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Y0r5O9P.jpg)
The BU-F410 class civilian shuttle, also known as the 'Buffalo', is designed for smallscale (6mm / 8mm) gaming, making it compatible for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Battletech, X-Wing and others.
The kit contains the following parts:
- 2x hulls (landing gears out or landing gears in)
- front hatch
- 2x Type Alpha Shipping Container (one with a basing hole and one without)
- 2x ground crew members
Please do not share of sell these files without my written permission!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/buffalo-class-civilian-transport-shuttle
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Pretty cool stuff you're making!
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Thanks mate!
By the way...I've decided to join in the Black Friday madness for all Bits Blitz Designs items on my Cults3d store.
Use the promo code BLITZDISCOUNT to get 50% off all items.
(promo code valid until the 30th of November 2023!)
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/blitzd10.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/users/BitsBlitzDesigns/3d-models
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Don't forget to use the promo code BLITZDISCOUNT until November 30th when checking out my Cults3d shop!
https://cults3d.com/en/users/BitsBlitzDesigns/3d-models
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/blitzd11.jpg)
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Two new items...
40mm round bases, perfect for your Questoris Knights!
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/round_10.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/40mm-round-bases-for-6mm-8mm-miniatures-tech-shanty-texture
Gatling Cannons designed to be mounted on the Cerastus Knight arms:
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/cerast10.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/gatling-cannons-compatible-with-the-at18-cerastus-knight
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Finally got my 32mm bases ready!
STL's here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/32mm-round-bases-for-6mm-8mm-miniatures-tech-shanty-texture
(https://i.imgur.com/BcgiU9P.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/gwokahx.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tmGKoxe.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MtzWyPw.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nMYQWRN.jpeg)
Designed for various scifi 6mm / 8mm scaled tabletop wargames, these bases are perfect for mounting cavalry, light vehicles, or objectives.
Not counting the many details, these bases are about 2.25mm thick.
This kit contains the following parts:
- 10x 32mm diameter round bases
- 10x 32mm diameter round bases with 4x holes of 6.10mm
- 40x 5.80mm diameter inserts for holes in the bases (texture matching the base)
- 40x 5.80mm diameter inserts for holes in the bases (matching texture + additional details bits on top)
Please do not share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
Note that the final picture with the Squid Drones and Warbikes on top only shows what can be done with these bases. Squid Drones and Warbikes are not included in this kit!
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Just released these...
Close Combat Brutes
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/warrio10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/warrio11.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-close-combat-brutes
Designed for 6mm/8mm gaming in mind. Compatible with games such as Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech.
This kit contains the following miniatures:
- 10 Close Combat Brutes (with 6mm inserts)
- 10 Close Combat Brutes (without 6mm inserts)
*NOTE: 25mm round bases on picture not included in this set, they are available separately (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/25mm-round-bases-for-6mm-8mm-miniatures-tech-shanty-texture) though! *
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
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After several requests I've decided to also do a modular version of my previously released Beta Hab Blocks (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beta-hab-blocks).
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/beta_h10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/beta_h11.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/beta_h12.jpg)
The Beta Hab Blocks are designed for 6mm / 8mm gaming, think of games such as Battletech, Adeptus Titanicus, or Epic.
This kit is basically a modular version of the previous Beta Hab Blocks I've released. It consists of the following parts:
- 4 entrance components
- 7 level components
- 7 roof components
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
Note that the final picture with the infantry on the roofs only shows how 25mm round bases can fit on the roofs. Infantry and bases not included in this kit.
STL's available here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beta-hab-blocks-modular-kit
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Another day, another release! Flamethrowers! :)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-flame-troopers
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/flamer10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/flamer11.jpg)
Designed for 6mm/8mm gaming in mind. Compatible with games such as Adeptus Titanicus or Battletech.
This kit contains the following miniatures:
- 10 Flame Troopers (with 6mm inserts)
- 10 Flame Troopers (without 6mm inserts)
*NOTE: 25mm round bases on picture not included in this set, they are available separately (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/25mm-round-bases-for-6mm-8mm-miniatures-tech-shanty-texture) though! *
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
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Another day, another release!
Alpha Hab Block One:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/alpha-hab-block-one
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_17.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_18.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_16.jpg)
The Alpha Hab Block One is designed for 6mm/8mm gaming, but it could probably be upscaled for 10mm and 15mm scaled gaming as well. This makes the Alpha Hab Tower suitable for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Dropzone Commander, or Battletech.
The kit contains both single piece as two piece (separate roof) versions of the building.
- 4 single piece Alpha Hab Block One (which each of the 4 roof types)
- 4 separate roofs
- walls put together as a single piece
The dimensions of the buildings are 62.4mm deep and 66.8mm wide. The heights vary (depending on the roof type), but the "walkable" part of the roof is 67.6mm tall.
Note that the final picture with the infantry base only shows how 25mm round based infantry look on and next to the building. Infantry and bases are not included in this kit.
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
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Another Alpha Hab Block building? That's right!
ALPHA HAB BLOCK TWO!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/alpha-hab-block-two
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_20.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_21.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_19.jpg)
The Alpha Hab Block Two is designed for 6mm/8mm gaming, but it could probably be upscaled for 10mm and 15mm scaled gaming as well. This makes the Alpha Hab Block suitable for games such as Adeptus Titanicus, Dropzone Commander, or Battletech.
The kit contains both single piece as two piece (separate roof) versions of the building.
- 3 single piece Alpha Hab Block Two (which each of the 3 roof types)
- 3 separate roofs
- walls put together as a single piece
The dimensions of the buildings are 77.64mm deep and 65.67mm wide. The heights vary (depending on the roof type), but the "walkable" part of the roof is 83.12mm tall.
Note that the final picture with the infantry base only shows how 25mm round based infantry look on and next to the building. Infantry and bases are not included in this kit.
Please do no share or sell these files (including prints and remixes) without my written permission.
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Another day, and some new (modular) buildings are out! You can basically stack them up as short or tall as you want, depending on how many level components you wanna print out and cram in there. :)
Alpha Hab Block Three:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/alpha-hab-block-three-modular
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/alpha_22.jpg)
The Alpha Hab Blocks are designed for 6mm / 8mm gaming, think of games such as Battletech, Adeptus Titanicus, or Epic.
It consists of the following parts:
- 1 entrance component
- 1 level component
- 3 roof components
Delta Hab Block One:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/delta-hab-block-one-modular
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/delta_10.jpg)
The Delta Hab Blocks are designed for 6mm / 8mm gaming, think of games such as Battletech, Adeptus Titanicus, or Epic.
It consists of the following parts:
- 1 entrance component
- 1 level component
- 1 roof component
Delta Hab Block Two:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/delta-hab-block-two-modular
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/delta_11.jpg)
The Delta Hab Blocks are designed for 6mm / 8mm gaming, think of games such as Battletech, Adeptus Titanicus, or Epic.
It consists of the following parts:
- 1 entrance component
- 1 level component
- 1 roof component
Beta Hab Tower:
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/beta-hab-tower-modular
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/beta_h13.jpg)
The Beta Hab Tower is designed for 6mm / 8mm gaming, think of games such as Battletech, Adeptus Titanicus, or Epic.
It consists of the following parts:
- 1 entrance component
- 1 level (single) component
- 1 level (triple) component
- 1 roof component
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Started working on the 'interior' of the main ship, still needs quite some work. But you're getting the idea. Also added some extra details on the main ship's super structure. Don't wanna put too much detailing on there since I want folks to be able to add all sorts of funky markings on it. And, the landing pod has gotten some additional side thrusters. The crudely kitbashed 54mm tall Drifters are just added for scaling purposes. I'm already pondering a bit about landing gears for the pod.
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/rm_shi10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/rm_shi11.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/rm_shi12.jpg)
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Finally finished this one, and just had to release it!
The 804-R class tracked transport, also known as the 'Boar', can now be downloaded from my Cults3d.
STL's here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/boar-class-tracked-transport
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/small_11.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/small_10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/small_12.jpg)
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Just released these ones on Cults3d, thought you might appreciate some rubble!
STL's here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-piles-of-rubble
(https://i.imgur.com/HLSt9N1.jpeg)
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Another day, another vehicle!
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/goat-class-tracked-transport
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/904-t_12.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/904-t_10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/904-t_11.jpg)
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Did some more Cerastus Knight compatible weapons. This time: Volkite and Plasma!
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/cerast14.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/cerast15.jpg)
STL's here: https://cults3d.com/en/design-collections/BitsBlitzDesigns/adeptus-titanicus-compatible
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Something a little bit different this time!
Lately I've been getting a bit obsesses with the Turnip28 universe by Max FitzGerald. How to describe it? It's basically Napoleonic warfare and aesthetics, but with a heavy dose of root vegetables! It involves a lot of kitbashing, which I adore! A spinoff of the main Turnip28 game is Scabz, which takes place in Swill. Which is still in that same universe, but has a more Victorian London vibe but then with lots of cigarettes and dudes dressing up as fish. Scabz allows players to kitbash their ships (preferable using cans of fish as a basis). Check it out here (https://www.patreon.com/posts/scabz-core-rules-113966650).
However, since I am such a sucker for "epic scale" (6mm, 8mm, whatever!)...I wanted to design a sardine can ship for that scale. So rather than a small craft, this (digital) sardine can is practically a warship, which has been christened: the Ironmonger!
STL available here: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/pocket-scabz-ironmonger
The ship is about 118mm long by 51mm wide (not counting the cannons sticking out) by 54mm tall.
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/swill_10.jpg)
(https://i61.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/swill_11.jpg)
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Two more releases!
Wardens:
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/cyborg10.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-wardens-close-combat
Amaroks:
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f61/19/46/04/35/amarok10.jpg)
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/smallscale-robotic-amaroks