From AndrewE - Millsy's Millpond - Adventures into the back of the cupboard (40 pts)

For the Milsy's Millpond entry (pre-2000 model) I dove into the back of the cupboard looking for the box of random miniatures I knew I had accumulated over the years.  After a bit of digging I found a couple of models perfect for the challenge!  They are both from the 80's (~86 from the stamps).  Next stop - the internet to confirm their age and what they are.  After a bit of digging I found them!

First up - The inquisitor from Talisman Dungeon

 Next was Gandalf from the original Lord of the Rings Collection

Overall, these models where quite a pleasant change to paint up.  A lot smaller (true 28mm) than the current GW miniature range, but with decent quality (if you ignore the slightly long fingers).  They both have the old school pose (hold something in your left hand, point with your right, everything in a single plane).

The inquisitor turned out quite nicely in his red cloak - ready to do some angry reading of The Law.

Gandalf and his grey cloak also turned out nicely.  Big flowing cloaks are really nice to do the shading on as they have lovely folds to help accentuate the light.

Overall - a nice little diversion from the regular WW2 models I find myself usually painting up.
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By Paul:
Some classic figs indeed and both much the better for a little bit of love

I really love the bold colours and pose of the Inquisitor - classic Cultist look.  The world needs more robed and hooded cultists in these dark days. Perhaps his Dark Gods will soon appear to swallow our souls...