The last 3 of my order of 12 Sepoy Native Cavalry from AW Miniatures comprise three of the figures in full dress with laced jackets. I decided to utilise these as a Small Unit in Black Powder 2 terms and designated them the Presidency’s CinC Body Guards. Their uniform is inspired by that of the Java Volunteers in the period illustration below ~
I mounted them on white horses to give the unit a bit of a lift and I must admit that I like the contrast of the red turbans with the dark blue jackets and yellow facings.
Like their 1st Native Cavalry fellows they'll need a European officer at some stage. I would have tapped up Duncan for two British Light Dragoon officers and trumpeters as I have spare heads but it suddenly struck me hard that I can't do that any more... Never one to be daunted by circumstances though I've ordered up a pack of Irish Yeomanry (without carbines) from the Trent Miniatures remaining stock at Arcane as I remembered that Duncan had told me to use them as officers when he hadn't got a suitable figure in the range.
Very handsome work, David!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jonathan, most kind.
DeleteNice work David and very colourful they are too. I like the look of them on their light grey horses too. Take care, Helen
ReplyDeleteAlways good to be encouraged Helen, thank you.
DeleteThey are a colourful little group, those red turbans may draw fire from the enemy though ?
ReplyDeleteThey fear it not! Yet....
DeleteColorful and superb, thumbs up!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Phil, much appreciated.
DeleteThey looked rather splendid especially with the vibrant headwear.
ReplyDeleteI'm pleased you liked them.
DeleteThe uniform colours work a treat and their red turbans and white chargers should stand out nicely when on the table:)
ReplyDeleteThanks SteveJ, it will give Typoo something to aim at!
DeleteA particularly well fed bunch Mr.B.
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling...only too well
DeleteVery nice indeed David…
ReplyDeleteGuaranteed to run off at the first shot…😁
All the best. Aly
Sadly you are right...Phil will be disappointed!
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