Phew, now I know why I don't do Napoleonics! Batch painting large numbers of uniform soldiers is quite a chore. However for my Jewish Wars project I do have to field some Roman Legionaries so my first off studio submission is a batch of 20 Victrix early Imperial legionaries -- from the Legionaries Attacking set.
These are very fine sculpts -- easy to put together and with clean detail to paint. Almost too much detail (all of those buckles and ties!) but I think they were ultimately worth the effort. Those deep set eyes within the Galea had me digging out my rarely used ten zero brush! Suffice it to say I've only given close ups on the best results, for mass troops I'm not going back over and correcting stuff that only shows on close up 🤪 ! I also enjoyed adding a modicum of dust to suit fighting in the middle east.
The shields are LBMS -- actually I've only attached shields to 10 of the 20 as I've got some 1st Corps Cornered Scutum on order as I'm not sure that the classic curved profile rectangular shaped shield was actually used in the Jewish wars. I'll have to hand paint these shields and I'll repost as soon as I have this done. Still without shields you can see some more of the detail on the figures.
Finally I do hate having to do sandals, quite time consuming but at least you get the chance to add toe nails! Just don't count how many there are on every foot 😏
This focus stacked shot is actually quite amusing as it creates the impression of motion among the group!
And here is a shot of the lots together so you can see some more details on the basing (another PITA when you are doing large numbers of single figures) -- it's a Geek gaming mix with added tufts and rocks.
Points wise this is a simple 20 28mm figures for 100 and continues my total marching along. Next week it's back on the Studio lot with a sample of global ghoulies for World Cinema!
Those Roman legionaries look fab, Simon! 100 points whizzing your way!
Tamsin
Your legionaries are looking great Simon. There is some great movement and detail on those sculpts. I did get a bit of a chuckle over them not having the right shields, sounds like something that I'd fuss over. I wouldn't be fussing over feet however, I go for the impression of leather sandals over grubby bare feet - a heavy wash in some dark brown. And they'd have to go to some other soon top get their pedicure.
ReplyDeleteThanks Peter -- I just got the 1st Corps shields, still not exactly right but they'll do and make a good contrast. You're right that the wash does bring out the sandal details nicely -- but I do like dotting on finger and toe nails, to me it helps make the figure come alive! Although not sure you can ever see it!
DeleteAmazing Work!
ReplyDeleteThanks Adam, its time consuming but seems to come out OK
DeleteThose do look good, well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks Dallas, Curt's recommendation on a black velvet backdrop for photos really helps the figures pop
DeleteVery nice Romans - you've done these excellent sculpts proud.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pete -- next time it's a section of archers, plus some more of my Numidian Jewish converts!
DeleteLovely work Simon, I always enjoy seeing this project move forward. I'm with you on the sandals - they can be a pain, but the extra effort really looks ace.
ReplyDeleteI actually once tried to make sandals our of fine brass wire for my shoeless zealots -- nevertheless that's something I'll not be trying again!
DeleteNo kidding!
DeleteVery nicely painted... although I found the toe nails needing some additional weathering XD
ReplyDeleteMy legionaries enjoy a good relationship with their valetudinis curandae!
DeleteLOL! XD
DeleteGreat looking legionaries, Simon. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThanks Frederick -- I'm looking forward to sharing the shots of the shield designs I'm working on now -- hopefully will be in next weeks submissions
DeleteFantastic work Simon. They look great.
ReplyDeleteThanks Greg. Much appreciated
Deletethese are brilliant, but toe nails - really
ReplyDeleteSurprisingly easy to do. And so worth it! You’d miss your toe nails if you didn’t have them 🦶🤪
DeleteGreat stuff Simon, great to see some lovely painted Romans.
ReplyDeleteSome on my desk also at the moment!
Cheers
MattW
We can't have too many Romans can we -- there's all those hordes to see off!
DeleteA wealth of Romans today. Fantastic looking figures
ReplyDeleteThanks Tony -- appreciate the kind words
DeleteMarvellous figures, Simon, your painting is so very vivid and lifelike. Well done!
ReplyDeleteHelped by some nice faces (although they do all look related 😁)
DeleteGorgeous legionaries! These are what I think of as the classical Roman soldier.
ReplyDeleteStraight off Trajan's column!
DeleteFantastic legionaries and superb photography
ReplyDeleteThanks Kerry -- photography is just another of those things that the Challenge helps me work on
DeleteGreat looking Legionarys, nice to see further progress in this project!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thanks Iain -- now I just need to get to grips with my huge temple mount construction!
DeleteCracking work Simon
ReplyDeleteMany thanks. Annoying at the time but good end results
DeleteBrilliant painting Simon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ray, these Bictrox figures really come up well and are easy to paint
DeleteHmmm. New manufacturer there 🤪 Victrix of course!
DeleteExcellent work Simon. All the detail you put in really shows off your skills. Wonderful figures.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bruce -- much appreciated
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