Exemplum: Vostroyan Casualties

So I finally bit the bullet and plunked down cash for these guys on Ebay. Picked up the three for $23... not too terrible for OOP, limited edition models. Basically, they are the last of the Vostroyan model line that I did not own.

I based them on 40mm and added some additional scenery bits. I didn't want to go overboard and detract from the focus on the models, themselves. I still need to add some coarse ballast before priming but I like the way the decorative bases came out. These guys will ultimately serve as objectives markers for my 51st Vostroyan Firstborn.

Speaking of metal models, I read someone lamenting recently that the move to plastic has actually diminished the "gotta catch 'em all" mentality of the dyed in the wool collector. I suppose that is true now, as there really is no "complete set" of models because all of your plastic sets will be built differently from all of mine.

The Vostroyans really are GW's latest and final all metal line of models. I must admit to (obviously) liking this series precisely because they are metal. There is a range of poses across this model line that allow diversity in squads while still maintaining the detail and heft that is unique to metal models.

Exemplum: Guard Commissars

My three commissars. On the left is a conversion using Catachan legs, the coat torso from WFB Empire Militia, and the tank drivers head from the IG vehicle accessory sprue. I like the conversion except the head required me to cut off the vox mike so he looks a bit like the elephant man now.

The other two are seriously OOP with my favorite of the two being the one in the middle. He's got a big book and he's not afraid to use it!!

Antiquis: OOP Sniper Scouts

A prime example of the old made new. Scout models from Advanced Space Crusade (pre-2nd edition) that have been updated with sniper rifles. These guys fit well into my all "robed" marine Dark Angels army, given the antique carapace armor and the poofy sleeves.

The second picture depicts my limited greenstuff abilities, but I think the straps came out to good effect.