From FrederickC - Star Wars characters and a Circle of Hell [Heresy] (35 points)

For this submission I present two possible takes on the theme of Heresy. Rather than risk having a special theme claim denied, I decided to fly my suggestion past my minion before any painting occurred. He didn't buy my proposal, and presented me with a counter that he felt would satisfy the theme of Heresy. So here they are.

Heresy - Take 1 - Luke Skywalker is tempted to the Dark Side by his father, Darth Vader

Darth Vader: You cannot hide forever, Luke.

Luke Skywalker: I will not fight you.

Darth Vader: Give yourself to the Dark Side. It is the only way you can save your friends. Yes, your thoughts betray you. Your feelings for them are strong. Especially for... sister. So, you have a twin sister. Your feelings have now betrayed her, too. Obi-Wan was wise to hide her from me. Now his failure is complete. If you will not turn to the Dark Side... then perhaps she will!

 Luke Skywalker: [igniting light saber, screams] NEVER!

 

 

Heresy - Take 2 - Admiral Conan Antonio Motti is dismissive of the power of the Force. 

Admiral Motti Any attack made by the Rebels against this station would be a useless gesture, no matter what technical data they have obtained. This station is now the ultimate power in the universe! I suggest we use it!

Darth Vader: Don't be too proud of this technological terror you've constructed. The ability to destroy a planet, or even a whole system, is insignificant next to the power of the Force.

Admiral Motti: Don't try to frighten us with your sorcerer's ways, Lord Vader. Your sad devotion to that ancient religion has not helped you conjure up the stolen data tapes, or given you clairvoyance enough to find the Rebels' hidden fort...

[Vader makes a pinching motion and Motti starts choking]

Darth Vader: I find your lack of faith disturbing.

Grand Moff Tarkin: Enough of this! Vader, release him!

Darth Vader: As you wish.

 

The figures are old school West End Games Star Wars miniatures of Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker as he appeared in 'Return of the Jedi', and an Imperial officer to fill the role of Admiral Motti. All three of them have been languishing a box with other Star Wars minis, glued on 1 inch washers and with sand added to the base. They were primed black with a rattle can, and then painted with Vallejo acrylics and Citadel washes. Lots of black, dark grey, and grey, followed by Nuln Oil.

"Angel at the gates of Dis - Heresy" by William Blake

The points being claimed are as follows:

3 x 28mm foot figure @ 5 points =  15 points

1 x Circle of Hell - Heresy = 20 points 

 

So, dear Reader, which version do you think is the better fit to the theme? Leave you choice in the comments below.

 

 

  

Thanks for stopping by.

Hm. To ask me to choose between two Heresies is a bit much, I fear. For me, both satisfy the requirements admirably, but I must confess that, although I am of the correct age, I am not much of a Star Wars guy. Now, that's some Heresy for you, ha! I can and do appreciate the painting of these models though, Frederick. The black, grey, grey and grey (not to mention the Nuln Oil) have produced a fine effect indeed. Well done, and 35 points added to last post's points bomb!

Martijn