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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Death and Axes

The Footsore Miniatures I got in the mail last week were so lovely I had to paint them right up. It's very rewarding to take figures off the painting table and into a game. Footsore mixes well with Gripping Beast, and this crew adds plenty of characters to my Norse-Gael warband. I really like the new warlord and the fellow sporting a head for a trophy is perfect for the Norse Gael personal challenges.  The bannerman lacks a banner as I'm waiting on some linen to paint one up. This will be my first attempt at it so, wish me luck!  




The barefoot madmen below get me to 16 warriors with Dane axes. The SAGA Grand Melee has a "what you see is what you get" rule. I just realized I need another 8 of these for the tournament. D'oh! Time for another order and some more SAGA painting.

If you're thinking of painting up Dark Age Irish or Norse-Gael, do take a look at Footsore. I understand sculptor Bill Thornhill will be at Adepticon in March. Perhaps he'll be running his Irish warband at the Grand Melee?  If you haven't seen Bill's Irish warband, click over for a look as they're damned lovely.



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  1. Michal DwarfCryptDecember 10, 2014 at 2:42 PM

    Fantastic work!

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  2. Jonathan FreitagDecember 10, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    Boy! More masterful work. I really like the striped robe on the head-holding guy. Nice!

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 3:13 PM

      Thanks Jonathan! I wanted to paint up a new warband, but expanding one with new figures is the next best thing. The headhunter was a challenge and I had to go back to add shiny blood splatter after seeing the matte coat flattened it out.

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  3. UnknownDecember 10, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Good God, but these are nice. Those stripes are well done and your highlights keep getting better and better. Also I really like the way you've painted those axe heads.

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 3:16 PM

      Thanks Anne! You have such a sharp eye. I did a small change up in painting axe heads and it does seem "less is more" with that change.

      I've been reading about the Battle of Clontarf and wow, you gotta love the Irish! :-)

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  4. PanzerKaputDecember 10, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    These are really nice and the sculpts are excellent. I am getting me some Irish for Saga for sure.

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 3:27 PM

      Thanks Panzer! I've been enjoying your Viking warband as it comes together. And let me tell you, the Irish are a blast to run in SAGA. Good pick!

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  5. Ray RousellDecember 10, 2014 at 3:00 PM

    Not heard of Footsore minis before?? They do like rather nice though!!

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 3:30 PM

      Thanks Ray! If I have it right, Footsore is Musketeer Miniatures reborn.

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  6. AHuntDecember 10, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    Those are great looking models. I'll have to check them out. As always, a striking paint job.

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:08 PM

      Thanks and hey, I see you just finished Romano-Brits. Sweet! I love DB and your post reminds me that I need to get a game in. ;-)

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  7. Phil CDecember 10, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    eek!..... :o)

    Master Artist brush Work..
    Great looking figures and *giggle* your help made the figures and project..Awesome!!

    Well done Lord Monty! :o)
    cheers,

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:09 PM

      Thanks Phil! Our SAGA players have gone a bit crazy of late and I'm able to get in weekly games. If I keep practicing, I might actually pass for a decent player.

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  8. thefrenchjesterDecember 10, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    Hi Monty,

    they are fabulous !
    as Anne said, the work you done on the axe heads is top!
    to complete the comment if you search a name for your champion : "Robespierre O' Flaherty" should work ;-)

    on the website of "The league of Augsburg " there is a tutorial to paint on linen ( just in case you need it).

    All the best.

    Gilles

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:15 PM

      Thanks Gilles, love the champion name! And now, time to get googling.

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  9. MillsyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    Not seen any Footsore stuff before this and I must say I'm impressed. Loads of character and well sculpted by the look of em. You've done a cracking job on the paintwork too mate. Great headline BTW :-)

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:19 PM

      Thanks Millsy! I wonder how these fellows would do when faced with your Greenskins in a Warhammer mashup? Probably need bigger axes for your trolls.

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  10. Ben GilmourDecember 10, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    Sweet!

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  11. fireymonkeyboyDecember 10, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    For linen, you could always repurpose a napkin or table cloth . . . . ;)

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 7:36 PM

      That is brilliant! Between this suggestion and me moving to Canada, my wife is going to be asking about "that Marcus fellow."

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    2. fireymonkeyboyDecember 11, 2014 at 6:10 AM

      Just give me a moment to bask in my infamy ;)

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  12. DeanMDecember 10, 2014 at 5:41 PM

    Just gorgeous! Never heard of these before - they look great

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 7:37 PM

      Thanks Dean, I can't wait to see your first AAR on Lion Rampant!

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  13. PrufrockDecember 10, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    Nice job, Monty! Also, thanks for the title; it's important to be reminded of the certainties in life!

    Cheers

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  14. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)December 10, 2014 at 6:26 PM

    Lovely work yet again from Mr. SAGA! I'm a huge fan of Bill's figures and you have done them proud!

    Christopher

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 7:41 PM

      Christopher, thanks! Bill's sculpting is superb.

      I might have to get a shirt that says "Mr. SAGA" for the Grand Melee. Then just my luck, I'll lose all my games and be awarded the trophy Loki's Luck.

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  15. The KiwiDecember 10, 2014 at 7:01 PM

    Excellent painting and thanks for the links. You should be well happy with those dark age warriors.cheers

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    1. MontyDecember 10, 2014 at 7:42 PM

      Thanks Brendan! If I can paint up a decent banner, I'll be very happy!

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  16. Paul WDecember 10, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    Damn, those are good! Great selection of poses and facial hair :-)

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:30 PM

      Thanks Paul, I do think they look the part!

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  17. rhingleyDecember 10, 2014 at 9:35 PM

    Superb job Monty. Great looking figures.

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:31 PM

      Thanks Robert, I hope you get SAGA for the Holidays.

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  18. PhilDecember 11, 2014 at 1:29 AM

    They look great, nice sculpts, beautiful paint job and great basin...gorgeous!

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  19. Stefan (aka. Monty)December 11, 2014 at 3:59 AM

    Stunning work on those fellows.

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:32 PM

      Thanks Stefan and good luck in the painting challenge!

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  20. Ubique MattDecember 11, 2014 at 4:01 AM

    Excellent painting on those figures. Musketeer Bill is producing some lovely models at the moment.

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:34 PM

      Thanks Matt! Their stable of great figs is growing rapidly.

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  21. Sam WiseDecember 11, 2014 at 5:19 AM

    excellent painting work with very nice figures !
    I love the shields and the warlord is beautiful !

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:35 PM

      Thanks Sam! I have to give the credit for the shields to LBMS. I just edge them and muddy them with a little AP soft tone.

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  22. DartfrogDecember 11, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    Your shields turned out wonderfully. I like the texturing you achieved on the spears as well. Excellent work.

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:36 PM

      Thanks Dart! Lucky for me, I have a LOT of LBMS shield transfers so I picked out the cooler ones. What would I do without LBMS?

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  23. Stig of the DumpDecember 11, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    Great work Monty!

    I really need to get some opposition for my vikings and finally try this ruleset out.....

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:37 PM

      Thanks Yorkie! If I weren't so far away, I could be the opposition. Irish Vikings versus the Vikings, sounds bloody to me.

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  24. Michael AwdryDecember 11, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    How wonderful Monty, really top notch work Sir.

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  25. Evan HughesDecember 11, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    Wow, these are something special! My GB warbands might need an upgrade...

    Great sculpts, but it takes a great painter to really do them justice. Well done, that man!

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:39 PM

      Evan, thanks! As our resident Vikingologist, I should consult with you before I try to write a bit about the Battle of Clontarf for my next NG post. :-)

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    2. Evan HughesDecember 12, 2014 at 8:49 AM

      I just have a good library is all!

      Clontarf is all very well, but I'm fascinated by Brunanburh in 937AD - English King Athelstan's Anglo-Saxon army fights King Constantine of the Scots, King Owain of the Strathclyde Britons and King Anlaf (or Olafr) Guthfrithson of the Hiberno-Norse in what was to become known for generations simply as 'The Great Battle'.

      That's four big SAGA warbands in one battle! Pity nobody's entirely certain as to the location of the battlefield, though...

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  26. Moiterei_1984December 11, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    Every time I come here your already excellent collection of lovingly painted figures has grown again. And this time is no exception to that rule. I love yor work on these fine fellows and especially the guy in the fancy striped tunic, holding up the severed head, has caught my eye.

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    1. MontyDecember 11, 2014 at 4:42 PM

      Moiterei, he was my favorite as well! He took quite a bit longer than the rest to finish but was well worth it. One day, I have to travel to Europe to see the great Viking museums!

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  27. CyrusDecember 11, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    Fantastic Norse-Gael, Monty - they really look the business!

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    1. MontyDecember 13, 2014 at 10:44 AM

      Thanks Cyrus! In 2015, I hope to join you in the wonderful world of ancients in 28mm.

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  28. UnknownDecember 13, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    You've done a fantastic job on these Monty. Hope I get to see them at the Con :)

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    1. MontyDecember 13, 2014 at 10:46 AM

      Thank you, Bill! These were a pleasure to paint and I will be back for more. :-)

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  29. DalaupprorDecember 13, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    Looking so so good !

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    1. MontyDecember 13, 2014 at 10:47 AM

      Thanks Michael and thanks for the advice on painting linen banners. Time for banner v3. ;-)

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  30. RogDecember 15, 2014 at 5:54 PM

    Simply great! :D Most excellent painting - nice choice and weathering of shields, too - the "Hugin and Munin" one is one of my personal favourites :)

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    1. MontyDecember 15, 2014 at 6:31 PM

      Thanks No Vember and welcome to the world of blogging!

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