EldinTux Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 This is my WiP for the GDUK. Feedback & critique welcome. Just so that you know I am going to be adding some tiger stripes to the body - once I'm happy with the colours. Then stick it on a snow base - I learnt my lesson with the TT comp. I would be interested in some ideas for the banner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Caroland Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 Looking good! And yeah, would stay away from the desert scene. Maybe go with a lush wildlife/jungle look to go along with the tiger stripes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orkydave Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 Looks great so far- I agree with Nathan however, a Jungle base would work better than snow with the tiger stripes. As far as the banner goes- is there any artwork in the GW chaos army books you feel brave enough to duplicate? and remember, both sides of the banner need painting well for GD. Good luck with it, shaping up niceley, and hope to meet you there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted July 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 OK, listening to Orky & FF I'm considering changing the base to a more tropical theme. I still want the Fragon Ogre on top of a cliff but I need to know the answer to a serious question. I went onto the GW site and they've left me more confused than ever. I would like to up the size of base from 40mm to 50mm, is my figure still legal in the Monster Category? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orkydave Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 I have been flicking throught the Golden demon winners booklets A LOT recently trying to draw inspiration for my entries this year. I wouldn't worry too much about base size with monsters- many people scratch build huge monstrosities that just won't fit on a 40 or 50mm base, and have still won demons.Last year my giant was mounted on a decent sized piece of slate much bigger than the base supplied with the giant and still got through to the final round of judging. I am mounting my ogre on a 50mm one this year as the 40mm base supplied just feels too small. I would be incredibly suprised if they disqualified it for 10mm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted July 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 I know but you know how A. retentive some people are - and this is my first time to GD so I wasn't sure - No offense meant if there's a judge out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orkydave Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 Cut and paste straight off the Games workshop website..... CATEGORY 7 - WARHAMMER MONSTER This category is open to all Warhammer monsters on 40mm and 50mm square bases and the really large monster models that are not normally supplied with a base or are simply too big for one! This covers Dragons, chariots, war machines and all large ridden monsters (eg, an Orc Warlord on War Wyvern). Models should be mounted on an appropriately sized gaming base. Models on large scenic bases should be entered in the Diorama category instead. So I would say no problems!! Just above this text they have a photo of Steve Buddles Fantastic Ogre maneater on a 50mm base too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vytis Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 Yeah, seems Orky got it right on the head there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted July 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 Ok I'll go ahead then - thanks guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talonicus Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 I would always just stick to the rules regarding base sizes. Its stupid to hope that a larger base wont get it moved into a different category, you only need an anal retentive judge. Someone like me if I was judging something. Just make a display base with your 50mm one fitting into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callumrice Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 Man I wish I was going this year Guy, sounds like it will be a laugh. Next year hopefully.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted July 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 Thanks for the advice, I'm still torn between the snow base & now the jungle base. I can see what FF & Dave are saying - but wouldn't a snow base have more impact? Anyway here's the latest WiP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Caroland Posted July 29, 2007 Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 Looking good. Snow base would look good, I just look at it from the idea of having tiger stripes, sort of fits in with its surroundings you know. For instance, you last one, with it blending into everything in the desert, was actually quite nice and what it would likely 'be' in a real setting as most things don't make themselves standout if they can help it. That being said, aren't these things from Chaos Frozen Wastes or something like that? Would fit the fluff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveB Posted July 29, 2007 Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 It's about appropriately sized bases. They don't worry much if your figure is on a gaming base. The major thing to consider is if the base is obviously too large for the figure. I'd say putting a 50mm base on a Dragon Ogre would be appropriate but using one on a regular infantry fig in a single fig category would be OTT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted August 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 OK nearly there - just need to add a little more to the snotling, then some grasses & broad leafed plants, then finally attach the DO Coments please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculpta the squig Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 I like the tiki snotling SQuig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted August 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Thanks - I feel he fits with the jungle theme!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callumrice Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 glad you went with it mate, I think the smaller details enhance the overall look of the mini so good choice. Cant wait to see the finished base. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculpta the squig Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 I cant help but feel that the hammer looks like a large lump of grey sugar SQuig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orkydave Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 I am sure you would rather honest feedback than friendly backslapping, and my thoughts are ditch that hammer- its really REALLY letting down an otherwise loveley mini. I have a few of the GW giant clubs in my bits box - one with the dragon skull head and another one where a load of swords and axes have been pushed through to make the club head, and I feel both would do your piece justice more than the hammer. Honestly, It reminds me of Timmy Mallett on Whackaday, and that really isn't a good look for a dragon ogre! Either send me a PM or drop me an e-mail to orkydave@ntlworld.com with your address and I will get the dragon clubs in the post first thing monday for you if you would like.. I also have a load of spare ogre clubs and Irongut swords that could work really well, I will pop them in too. Sorry if I come across like a total B******D with this reply, but I am sure you would prefer honesty. I think it would be a real shame to see this piece suffer and be let down by the weapon choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talonicus Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Have to agree with the long haired geezer above. I dont like the hammer. Get something nastier and more befitting? a bad ass dragon ogre. The rest looks good mate, look forward to seeing it in rl on the 23rd!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauth81 Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Have to agree ... with the pose and the hammer as is, he looks like toppling over. Nice paintjob on the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted August 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 You know here negative comments is never easy but I appreciate it cos I couldn't see the problem before. Someone on another forum has also pointed out that the haft is too thick compared to the wrappings. The only reason I went with the stone head was because of the tribal/primitive feel I was trying to give him. Let me think about it for a day or two. @Orky - would one of the weapons your proposing fit with the existing wrappings? Or would that need some work too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orkydave Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Cheers for the PM, here is a photo of what I will be sending on Monday, hope something will be suitable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldinTux Posted August 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Thanks for the offer Dave. Before you send me anything, check this out. Is this more in keeping? (It's not even undercoated yet as it comes as this silver colour) Can anyone guess where the weapons from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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