Having worked on ‘Nam for the last few challenges , it’s time to leave the green and the heat of the jungle mostly behind. This year will see a bit more of a variation in output with top ups for most collections, and two new ones starting off.
My opener sees a return to more dusty trails with the arrival of Sir Garnet Wolsley in the natty red jacket and cord trousers . He is engaged with the infamous Sir Sidney Ruff Diamond looking out for restless natives from the fort walls . MartinC and I have a large 3 day game booked in August (with 9 players) to revisit Gordon in Khartoum so I might as well clear out the lead pile. I last added to this collection in 2021, with the bulk of it being done 2014-2018 .
Both figures are from the limited edition WI Heroes in Miniature range . They have been sitting in the lead pile for a few years now and with a revisit to the Sudan this year - more to come with the expansion of the Indian army brigade - I thought let’s get these lads done . I trust they fit into the opening library area of Overdue and Returns .
Scoring 2 x 28mm = 10
Bonus theme = 20
Total = 30
As usual I have an autumn and winter “plan” - I usually get through about 2/3rds of it so we will see how things go .. mind I have already come up with a “side diversion” - hey him
Cheers Dave D
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First, welcome back to the Challenge, Dave! This year you get to put aside your minion's mantle and just 'relax' with your paints and brushes. With no outward distractions I anticipate full hobby mayhem from you.
Lovely work on these two lads, Dave. Nothing says 'Imperialism' like stiff-necked collars and overzealous facial hair. I look forward to you revisiting this project!
- Curt
