So, Taxidermes Bicca takes his place at the head of his growing Carthaginian force, accompanied by his retinue of staff, standard and guard. I also completed two mounted sub Generals to command each of the army's wings, this time mounted figures by A&A Miniatures. Should they have Hoplons? Well, maybe not, but I liked the idea and it covered up a large miscast lump I couldn't remove on one of them. I hope they will have great success in coming games ~
David Bickley's Wargames Blog
The occasional ramblings of an average gamer, journeyman painter, indifferent modeller, games designer, sometime writer for Wargames Illustrated and host of games in GHQ.
Saturday, 29 August 2020
Taxidermes Bicca and others
After completing the first unit of Carthaginian Veterans I wanted something a little more varied, so I turned to Command elements for the Carthaginian army. Four figures kindly received from Aventine Miniatures along with my latest order were perfect to comprise the Army Command base ~
So, Taxidermes Bicca takes his place at the head of his growing Carthaginian force, accompanied by his retinue of staff, standard and guard. I also completed two mounted sub Generals to command each of the army's wings, this time mounted figures by A&A Miniatures. Should they have Hoplons? Well, maybe not, but I liked the idea and it covered up a large miscast lump I couldn't remove on one of them. I hope they will have great success in coming games ~
Next will be another mounted Carthaginian general, Hanibal himself by Crusader Miniatures. As I still need to sort out a standard bearer and other figures for Hanibal's stand he may not feature here for a while yet though.
So, Taxidermes Bicca takes his place at the head of his growing Carthaginian force, accompanied by his retinue of staff, standard and guard. I also completed two mounted sub Generals to command each of the army's wings, this time mounted figures by A&A Miniatures. Should they have Hoplons? Well, maybe not, but I liked the idea and it covered up a large miscast lump I couldn't remove on one of them. I hope they will have great success in coming games ~
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Punic Wars
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The big advantage of 28mm figures is that you can come up with some great diorama style command bases, such as you have here. A joy to behold and may their first outing be auspicious!
ReplyDeleteThank you SteveJ, let's hope you are right and they are favoured of the dice gods!
DeleteVery nice indeed - these leaders should inspire your troops of great acts of valour!
ReplyDeleteThanks rross, let's hope that's right!
DeleteVery good, ideal to lead the troops to glorious victory or devasting defeat. The Romans will of course give gifts to the dice gods in favour of the latter🙂
ReplyDeleteThe dice gods can be fickle, so best not count your victories just yet...
Delete"The dice gods can be fickle"
DeleteDon't I just know it :~)
Not of late sadly...🙄
DeleteThey turned out very nicely David, a great addition to your army. Cheers Greg
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Greg.
DeleteA very handsome command base, and two nicely painted generals as well!
ReplyDeleteThank you Gonsalvo, much appreciated.
DeleteNice work work David every army needs a strong general !
ReplyDeleteMine need several on current form!
DeleteLovely looking command stands David...
ReplyDeleteI think the Hoplon looks fine...
All the best. Aly
Thanks Aly, they will do I think.
DeleteGreat stuff David along with excellent figures from Aventine.
ReplyDeleteThanks George! No complaints about Aventine Miniatures from me!
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