My usual painting routine has been much disrupted by the 'Lurgi' which struck down both Sue and me. As a consequence of this situation it took much longer to process the two units of Late Romans I'd prepared for their moment under the brush. The figures are the venerable Foundry figures, a mixture from the Late Roman and Arthurian ranges. I bought the figures from Colonel Bill's last month, some cavalry and rather more infantry figures. The first unit are Light/Unarmoured Cavalry ~
Whilst the second are a unit of skirmishing Light Infantry with javelins ~
For both units the shield transfers are from LBMS, kindly passed on by Phil as he had spare capacity. The bases are from Warbases as you'd expect. Next up should be figures for the command base of Pompus Minimaximus, the rightful successor of Pompus Maximus, so cruelty deposed by the usurper Gornalus. I've also got figures for a second command base in the queue along with another Heavy Cavalry unit of eight figures. My hope is to process all of those by the end of this month {DV}.
On an unrelated tack and while I was feeling sorry for myself on Monday I received a parcel in the morning post.
It contained my Kickstarter pledge for Matt Bickley's Vikings from Footsore Miniatures via Sarissa Precision.
It was only 14 days late, which as Kickstarters go seems to pan out as pretty much on time! Of course the figures are beautiful, small works of art each one. I hope to work on them over the winter along with more Late Romans and my Pyrrhic Wars army. Wish me luck!
Great looking figures David. Col Bill's can be very handy sometimes!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ray! Colonel Bill's usefulness decreasing in my book now he says he's going internet only.
DeleteVery fine, will minimus get the maximus from them ?
ReplyDeleteThanks Phil! Given my recent form I'll pass on the second point!
DeleteCracking work on the Romans, very nice indeed. Glad your Vikings have arrived, looking forward to seeing them painted up.
ReplyDeleteThank you Donnie! The vikings must wait a while, I have a vague plan for the gardening closed season!
DeleteGreat painting on the late Romans, I've just ordered a Romano British warband from Footsore, so I shall be using your figures for inspiration.
ReplyDeleteNothing beats the arrival of a Kickstarter, and only 14 days later than advertised.... that's brilliant
That is very kind Andy, thank you. Best of luck with your own Late Romans!
DeleteNicely done David as usual. The Vikings are quite a horde but hopefully lots of chain mail ?
ReplyDeleteThank you Matt, much appreciated. I chose the option with fewest figures in chainmail as it happens!
DeleteThe long winter evenings will just fly by David. Great figures.
ReplyDeleteTime certainly seems to be slipping by me, winter or no George.
DeleteLovely Late Late Romans David…
ReplyDeleteThat’s a fine bunch of Vikings you’ve got there … along with your other planned projects they should keep you out of trouble for a while…
I must admit that I am looking forward to see what you do for your Pyrrhic War project.
All the best. Aly
Thank you Aly! As to the Pyrrhic army project, so am I!
DeleteThose look lovely David! Those Vikings will keep you busy!
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Very kind Christopher, many thanks. The Vikings are but one of four Ancient projects pencilled in for the winter months.
DeleteSorry to hear about the lurgi, which seems to be doing the rounds:(. Lovely work as always and nice to see your kickstarter package has arrived:).
ReplyDeleteThanks SteveJ! The Lurgi is sadly hanging around, outstaying its welcome!
DeleteLovely work on the late Roman bases, and great to see the Vikings turn up! looking forward to seeing many future epic battles unfold at GHQ. Well done sir!
ReplyDeleteAlways good to be encouraged by such positive responses, thank you.
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