I thought I would share with you some pictures of Mierce Miniature models (and a few non-MM models) that I commissioned to be painted:

For those that care to reply to this thread, I would be very curious to hear your opinions regarding two things: (1) which sculpt is your favorite, and (2) which paintjob is your favorite.

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Here's a little sideshow for those of you that are 40k fans. This pic shows a part of my Eldar and Chaos army duking it out. I highly recommend that you click on the image and zoom into it TWO TIMES on Photobucket. You will not be disappointed -


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Now that was an unfair question! I thought it was going to be a tough choice between the top 2, but then they just kept on coming!
I can honestly say that I have just seen the best looking work I have ever seen!

Krull versus Eirik and Vortun (both belonging to the Norse Kindred) fighting it out in a hellscape! To appreciate the beauty of the models, you really should click on the picture to view it in photobucket and then zoom into it to maximum magnification! Hope you guys like it!


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Holy pictures Batman!

I love all the figures and the paintjob on all of them are insanely high quality.

I have the Bloodmaw and Krull myself, they are really nice models.

can't pick one, just impossible!
must've cost you a fortune to have all of these commission painted! who painted them?

Sweet mother of mercy, that is just brilliant!!! It is quite impossible to pick a fav, because they are ALL awsum.

I have to say tho, i do not quite like Krull as a model. He looks like a Blood Demon with too small a pair of wings and with the head of the Star Wars Episode 2 Arena Beast... this one: http://www.vegatransports.com.au/2002/ep2beastreek2.jpg



But the one guy with the freehands on his armguards, i just forgot his name.....man. i love something like that. i will never be able to do this with my shaky hands. props to you.

The 40k dudes are legendary, its a cool pose photo and ranks high for me :>

To be honest, too many pics i skipped half of them
the last archer is my favourite

Scar Scath is my favorite. I prefer the painter that uses darker tones - the super high light technique looks good on a few models, like the eldar, but looks out of place on everything else.

O my god! There are no words to describe how awesome are those miniatures!! I can't pick my favorite because they all are at another level! Great job to those who painted them! You set the bar really high!!

I have to stab my eyes out after seeing such beautifully painted miniatures - everything else now is just not worth looking at.

Vortun the green guy. He lets them drop.

Just amazing. It snot just the paint work, which is amazing, its the colour choice, detail and texture. I love the ranges of colour you use, and the strange and interesting textures.

I am very impressed by the painting, maybe a little more than the minis.
Everytime I see a mini with a cloacked/covered face I can't stop the nagging feeling that the sculptor couldn't be asked to do the face. Obviously not always the case (rarely) but it takes away some 0.001 point for me.

I chose Bloodmaw as my favourite.

Jaw dropping..... Lots of pictures lol.... But all jaw dropping!!

I don't even have words. The freehand on some of this stuff!

I see Bohun's and Anna's work in there. The Jotun is the one that has been garnering near legendary status in some circles, but the Bloodmaw is still my favourite.

Have to agree with others that you have awesome skills of the highest quality. The precision and subtleness of some of the color blends on tiny details is just breath-taking.

As to the sculpts: I am not too much of a fan of Mierce Miniatures human minis. I guess I just don't dig the whole heavy metal muscle mutant theme...
On the other hand, I really like Alan, Benoit & Daniel's monsters, and if I wasn't so angry about the Maelstrom Games/Mierce Minatures #*..!?# still , I would buy them all.
I think the troll would be my personal favorite choice from your collection. Great sculpt, nice varied textures, and a freeky paintjob!

This entire threat is just outstanding. Exquisite painting and models to lick my fingers with. I can't choose!

Thanks for the compliments on my collection, guys! To be clear, I did not paint these models. These were commissioned to be painted by Bohun, Ana and Sebastien Picque. While the following are not Mierce Miniatures (MM) models, I figured I would share them with you guys. Let me know which non-MM model and paintjob you like the best:

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Back to the Mierce MIniature models - here are a few more pictures for you guys:

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Being a commision painter myself, all I can say is WOW!!! I only wish I would get someone with the desire to have things painted to that level! I've done things of this level before and it is a looonnng process. I can only imagine what you paid! Good show! and thanks for sharing!!!!

I am loving these minis, and the paint jobs are great. Very painterly on the last ones, which i happen to like a great deal. It would be impossible to pick one miniature though to rate as the best. The warriors are grim and dark, while the monsters are quite disturbing. Thanks for sharing.

Really liking Kruul and Vortunn (IIRC - the green guy) - excellent work by the painters you hired on all the models, though.

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Being a commision painter myself, all I can say is WOW!!! I only wish I would get someone with the desire to have things painted to that level! I've done things of this level before and it is a looonnng process. I can only imagine what you paid! Good show! and thanks for sharing!!!!

for the big guys in poland it seems to be reversed. as far as i can tell they stay fairly busy and they dont bother doing table top junk.
and for the OP, i think bohun is one of the best or thee best in the world. the skill it takes to paint textures like that is mind boggling.

The Jotunn is just insane. The work on his elbow and forearm armor alone appears almost impossibly intricate. Whats the scale on that mini?

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Holy s**t... the painting is awesome! The first thing I tbough (other then the first part of this comment) was skyrim, the human warriors remind me of the nords.

Still can't get my head around the quality of the painting!

I like the bloodmaw for painting wise. Its so simplistic in looks, very natural exactly like you would think something like that looks. But anyone who knows anything about painting knows to get it to look that natural, it was anything but simplistic to paint.

I would put that model next to any golden demon winner type entry and it would stand a good chance.

Some really outstanding miniatures and painting.

The only ones I'm not keen on are the ones by the painter who did the Tarvax Warrior's and some of the others as I find the way they paint rather cold while the other painters are more life like and have a warmer more natural feel but thats just my opinion as the painter still has a ton of skill which I could never get near in a million years.

Without a doubt, the finest collection of miniatures I've ever seen... Just absolutely, jaw-droppingly, amazingly gorgeous.

Favorite Paintings:

Jotuun, Vortun, Bloodmaw

2nd favorite painting: Krull

Why?

The realistic nature of the flesh (and wings on Krull) is astounding.

MOST ESPECIALLY the Maori-African tribal-type scarring that Jotuun has going on. To go over each and every scar.....a true labor of love!

Favorite Sculpt:

Definitely Jotuun....with a hearty "nod" to Krull.

Thanks for all of the responses. I read them all and appreciate the kind words.

Here's the final Tarvax - the Banner Bearer!

Holy WOW this stuff is amazing! The skintones, the metallics, the color choices...I honestly have nothing but good things to say about your work! It's amazing in the purest sense of the word.

~Tim?

Not the op's work.

Jotun is by Bohun. (Bogusz Stupnicki).

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Not the op's work.

Jotun is by Bohun. (Bogusz Stupnicki).

D'oh! Ah well, my comments still stand.

~Tim?

This is some insanely good stuff, truly inspiring. Literally the best painted miniatures I've ever seen. Those archers are missing bowstrings, but that's literally the only (constructive) criticism I could give. The paintjobs are technical perfection without peer.

I'd love to see some pics of your display cabinets!

Thanks for the kind compliments about my collection. To reiterate previous posts I made, these paint jobs were commissioned. I did not paint them.

For those of you that like Bloodmaw, go ahead and select the link below to see a spin of a battle between the Bloodmaw and a party of adventurers in a beautiful Dwarven Forge cavern. Feel free to use your finger or mouse cursor to rotate the image. The adventurers were painted by Alexi-Z (i.e., Natalya Melnik).


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Beautiful stuff in this thread.

Bloodmaw is particularly striking to me.

I can see a lot of immature jokes happening when your opponent takes that "last wound" off Tarvax...

Cool work!

Awesome collection. I agree with most, the Jotun is my favorite of these wonderful lot.

Some of the models are just not sculpted to the level deserving for the skills of the minipainters, for one some have heads that are too small or faceless; which for me is were my eyes are initially drawn to look at.

Would it be possible to post the name of the artist together with the mini?

Ana is my favourite painter over at chest of colours. The decimator dread is just jaw dropping! I'm very tempted to have her do some thousand sons for me

Screw you and your minis and all those who painted them! They look too good, and I thought I could paint.

But on the other hand, my commissions are hundreds of minis at once, so no comparing with that. But a question, how long does it take from you sending them miniatures to painter, to receiving them back? Just curious how long does it take for them to paint those beautiful works. Or you could ask how long does it take to paint those.

Thanks, guys. Here are the latest Bohun models-

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Beowa - Bear Form

very nice...
Bohun is one of my favorite painters...
nice to see him get to paint some of these wicked sculpts...

cheers
jah

Awesome - Bloodmaw is fav sculpt - evocative posing and just cool.

Fav paint job - Guillaume le Pelerin on Horse - Gritty and Bloody - the cross on the sheild is really striking, a robust red that draws the eye.

Great stuff.

Such a realistic, natural look to them, havent seen that style much before, its really delicious.
Cheers for sharing.

Seb's Blunt-Claw! The female corpse on this model is mesmerizingly grotesque.

Thanks for the kind words guys. Those posts make me want to keep sharing with you guys.

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Sometimes I'm surprised by what I see on dakka, but I never expect to be amazed or... tbh I've been sitting here for 5 mins trying to think what to say which kind of speaks for itself. First and foremost I am in the gaming aspect of the miniatures world, but lately have been getting more involved with the painting and modelling aspect. From these, I can see why you do it. You dont even need to use them in a game or anything really to get enjoyment out of them. There is truth in your threads title.

Whilst I know that Ill never have anything painted that level, on the flip side I know of the Meirce Miniature range now. Had never heard of them previously but they've got some really interesting things on there. So cheers.

That Krull, OMG.

Amazing paint job. Those are some really beautiful miniatures and paint jobs. Great job.

Thanks for the kind words. It is good to see others that have the same passion and appreciation for beautifully painted models. To be clear (although I have said this many times in this thread), I am merely a patron of the arts. I did not paint these myself, but rather commissioned them to be painted.

Here are a few more Bohun pics:

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Bloodmaw's teeth are so good that they looked photoshopped.

Thanks for the kind words. I do intend on taking pictures of a diorama having multiple of the models at some point to post, but I will have to postpone that until my basement renovation is done.

Here are a few more models painted by Seb:

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If you guys like the Mierce Miniature models I have posted here and are looking to get some at amazingly low prices, you should consider getting in on the next Mierce Miniatures kickstarter, which was just recently launched. You can find it at the following link:

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mierceminiatures/darklands-first-edition

Ugh, I really don't need to be encouraged to start buying Ysians now as well. Too many factions....

Do you plan to play Darklands Sorn?

A brand/tattoo/mark on Carrowek's horse! Of course, why didn't I think of that! I've been stuck for a way to break up some of the larger areas a bit (especially as I'm leaving the cloak off) and I can't beeline I didn't think of something so obvious!

@Plastictrees Yes, I will most definitely play Darklands.

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Bohun does great work. Very (non miniature) painterly.

Will you be basing everyone yourself?

Thanks, guys. No, I will not be basing the Bohun models. Bohun is doing that.

I thought I would share with you guys a few of my other models before getting back to the MM models. These were painted by Alexi-Z. They are mainly reaper models with a few Dark Sword and GW models. Please let me know who your favorite painter is: (1) Bohun; (2) Seb; or (3) Alexi-Z.

Hmm the paintjobs are great. Its just that i don't think lotr models offer as much detail as the other ones posted before do.

All of them are great for different aspects. I just want to see more (and know how to paint skin like that!)

I really like Alexi-Z's work she was one of the painters who inspired me to return to the hobby.

I'll never be able to paint like her, not even in my dreams

Quite a collection. Do you have them all arranged in a cabinet? =)

Would love to see a pic of that, would be epic!

My favourite Sculpt has to be Barbarian Dude.
and my favourite paint job probably Jotunn. That cloth is pretty sick.

Bohun is, by far, my favorite...
Seb's palette is not as interesting as Bohun's, and Alexi doesn't really seem to have evolved her style, and is starting to look very dated...
her NMM skill is great, but just doesn't seem fresh and interesting anymore...
Bohun's latest evolution does seem bold and fresh...

that's my take, anyway...

lovely collection you have...

cheers
jah

Thanks for responding, guys. I do have them in a display cabinet. I will take some diorama pictures at some point to share with you.

Here are a few Bohun group shots, with the models having completed bases:

Beowa- Human and Bear form



Tarvax - Goat Men



Tarvax- Minotaurs

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Bohun is, by far, my favorite...
Seb's palette is not as interesting as Bohun's, and Alexi doesn't really seem to have evolved her style, and is starting to look very dated...
her NMM skill is great, but just doesn't seem fresh and interesting anymore...
Bohun's latest evolution does seem bold and fresh...

that's my take, anyway...

lovely collection you have...

cheers
jah

seb looks like he's fast. bohun looks like he spends 200 hours per model.

Here are some more models painted by Seb - the remaining Ysian Brutes!

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Hmm great paint-jobs again. However I'd like to add that i don't think those bases do the models justice at all.. and the first one just seems strange and reminds me somewhat of that pyramid guy from silent hill

I chose the bases, not the artists. The bases are meant to be neutral bases, so they do not distract the eye when the models are placed in dioramas, which may be either dwarven forge caverns or dungeons or outside locations. I do not want these models to just sit in a display case, and, therefore, scenic and distinctive bases that look good in a display case but that create a jarring visual incongruity when the models are placed in a game diorama are not what I want. Most collectors of such fine models simply place them in their display case and, therefore, demand that each base be a further extension of the artistry and uniqueness of the model. These collectors periodically pull out their models to look at them and to show them to friends. But that is not the type of collector that I am. I have and will continue to use these models in games with my (most trusted) friends and in dioramas.

Here are a few examples:

That terrain...

...mind blowing...

Once I get my Darklands stuff, I'm coming over to your house for a game!

Dream set up.
Table sections commissioned as well?

What an incredible collection of models - thank you so much for sharing. I'm totally in awe of anyone who can paint so magnificently and it's impossible to pick one model as my favourite, but I do love the stuff done by Sebastien Picque. Bohun is an amazing painter (the detail on Jotunn is insane!) but I just prefer the overall 'feel' of seb's stuff. I'm going to go back and drool for a little while more now..

Thanks for the kind words, guys.

I love the MM trolls. They are so distinctive. And, of course, nobody paints them with such realism and beauty as Seb.

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Its impossible to choose the best one, I have no words, this is awesome!!

Thanks darkflame182! Here are few more Bohun models-

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Gorgeous cape and shield!

Thanks, Moltar! Bohun is very talented at freehand work.

Here are Seb's Drune goaders, which taunt the Ysian Brutes into a frenzy!

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Here are some more Bohun painted Angelcynn Duguth Warriors!

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Blown away by the skill level.

Thanks, Thokt!

Here's Bohun's Meloda:





And a group shot of the 10 man Duguth unit. This shot is best seen by clicking on the picture and looking at it in photobucket at max zoom level.


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I am not sure how many people are actually looking at my pics, but I figured I would keep posting them, just in case some of the dakka dakka folks remain interested in them.

Once my basement renovation is complete, I will put together some nice dioramas with these minis to share with those of you that remain interested.

A few more pics of the Duguth Unit - showing the freehand on the capes:




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I look at this thread almost every day as I await my miniatures with growing excitement.

These picture are wonderful. Please keep posting.

Those are the most amazing models, then the game board and the end, I mean unreal!!

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I am not sure how many people are actually looking at my pics, but I figured I would keep posting them, just in case some of the dakka dakka folks remain interested in them.

I absolutely love this thread - I'm subscribed, and I eagerly check it once it shows up in my [First Unread] queue!

Please keep posting them!

And I am really looking forward to this:

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Once my basement renovation is complete, I will put together some nice dioramas with these minis to share with those of you that remain interested.

I'm subscribed to your thread as well, looking forward to seeing some more of Seb's work I love his painting style.

Thanks guys. Your words make me keep wanting to post more pics.

Here are a few random pics of some of the models I have that were painted by Alexi-Z in DF ice caverns. Click on the pics to see them at very high resolution in photobucket (zoom into max resolution to see insane detail). The Théoden model won a gold golden demon in 2006 Chicago show:

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Here are some models I commissioned Ana to paint for me:

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Gorgeous LotR minis. The painted on texture looks great (like Gimli's gloves). The bases are a unique idea for those stand alone character minis, but Gimli should have one too. His rocky scenic base throws the whole thing off. Wonderfully painted, though! Thanks again for sharing!

EDIT: Woah! You slipped in that barbaric dude and those jaw dropping Khorne minis! The awesome just keeps coming!

Those LotR minis by Alexi-Z are outstanding and the freehand on the Decimator

Both very talented and inspiring ladies.

Thanks for responding GraffeX, Giovanz81 and Moltar. Which painter is your favorite? Alexi-Z, Ana, Sebastien or Bohun?

Here are some more Ysian Army Pics of models painted by Sebastien:

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Wow those are amazing, and I love that decimator engine, it's probably my favorite.

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Thanks for responding GraffeX, Giovanz81 and Moltar. Which painter is your favorite? Alexi-Z, Ana, Sebastien or Bohun?

Well if your asking I'm going to say my favourite is Seb and Alexi-Z as I prefer the realism of their painting, Alexi-Z was one of the painters who inspired me to get back into painting. Would be very interested to see her tackle some of the Darklands minis.

I'm still not keen on Bohuns painting technique, feels rather cold and unnatural to me, still amazing though.

I'd also be interested to see what the very talented winterdyne could do.

Thanks for the replies, guys! I am happy to share my collection with others that have a similar passion for miniature art! Here are two new models that the very talented Jeremy Bonamant Teboul painted for me. I think he did a great job! What do you guys think?

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Yeah that was a trick question. I thought it would be easy to pick but kept getting better as a scrolled down. Excellent work, great paint jobs.

Thanks, CrazyLegz. Here are some more Seb pics.

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any aradae mawr or angrislaugh in the works sorn?

i think those two are my favorite from what ive seen from mierce so far.

Thanks for the response, kb305!

Here are some old school models - from Otherworld Miniatures.


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KOBOLDS!

Sweet!

@kb305 I have not commissioned either of those two models. However, Seb will be painting a Terror of Fortiu for me, which should look amazing.

Thanks for responding, Alpharius.

Here's a revised Loratham from Jeremy. After receiving some feedback that the shading on the back was a bit rough, Jeremy agreed to blend it a bit more carefully. It certainly looks better.





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Love the Minis but, a NSFW would of been nice in the title. Specifically for the The Rose - mini.

Do you have any more Otherworld Miniatures stuff in the pipeline?

Hey very nice work can these models be used for WHFB and are the regular troops and Lords 28mm. I know the creatures and monsters are larger and can be used as beast for WHFB

@st2me The human-sized models are 28mm.

@Alpharius Yes, I will post some more Otherworld Miniatures eventually. A few orcs and some adventurers are being painted.

@Sammoth What does NSFW mean?

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@Alpharius Yes, I will post some more Otherworld Miniatures eventually. A few orcs and some adventurers are being painted.

Looking forward to that - I love Otherworld's stuff!

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@Sammoth What does NSFW mean?

Not Safe For Work - usually when a picture or miniature contains nudity or otherwise 'suggestive' images.

Best to label it as NSFW and then 'hide' it using the "spolier" tag function.

@alpharius Thanks for the info!

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Here's a group shot - 6 of 7 trolls - Vortun is not shown in the picture.




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Love the skin tone on those trolls and they look fantastic as a group - really menacing!

Absolutely stunning!

Thank you for sharing these...

I'm going to be using these pictures as references for when I dare attempt to paint my Mierce stuff - some day!

Thanks for the comments, guys. I am happy to see others that appreciate the tremendous talents of these artists.

Old school goblins from Otherworld miniatures - painted by the outstanding Bohun!

All around beautiful, I really love the trolls.

That said, you may want to throw a NSFW into the title.. As that one chick on the fourth page is most certainly not safe for work.

I am happy you guys like my collection.

Here is by far the most disturbing model that I have ever seen. Brace yourselves for the absolutely disgusting Torku!
















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I love that Blood Maw, for both categories (model and paint)! The Ysian kindred cloaks are fantastic and another stand out for me.

Holy sweet bejesus! Okay ALL the paint jobs are my favourite all expertly done.
My favourite models are the Bloodmaw, The bowdrunes, the mawdred and the Kernour model.....I want these haha but pro painted like these ones haha

The last model though.....uhhhh what haha

Thanks for the responses.

More Otherworld Bohun Goblins!





Some Otherworld old school adventurers painted by Bohun to fight the goblins and kobolds!

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Group shot - adventurers surrounded by Goblins!


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What an amazing group!

And.. Torku? What the hell...

Some of those things only nightmares can dream of, so in that case...fantastic work!

Thanks for the responses guys.

Seb finished painting the Terror of Fortriu. Here are some pics. This is a huge and beautifully detailed model! Let me know what you guys think of it.












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That is amazing!

What's the story with the fluorescent blue spikes - is that part of the Terror's fluff?

This thread is incredible, thanks for posting.

My personal favorites are the trolls, I think those guys are gnarly. Seb's flesh tones and organic textures really impress me, very realistic. I think Bohun is the most impressive of the bunch though. His overall presentation is very striking, he really knows how to apply color to a mini.

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And I love the expression on this guy's face.

The Terror of Fortriu is a work of art, well done to Seb on that one.

Gamla was amazing, i just keep looking at it and seeing something new or a nice part that stands out but also not. Excellent paintjob and model. Just incredible.

More Bohun Otherworld Goblins! Imagine these on dwarves forge terrain!

Those goblins look great. The Terror is fantastic too - I love all the different textures on it.

Thanks for responding peebs. Happy you like the models.

Here are some more Otherworld minis painted by Bohun. Pig-faced ORCS, just like in classic D&D!








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Every model in this thread is beyond breath taking! Absolutely amazing work!

Very nice!

Old School AD&D orcs - brings back some good memories!

@alpharius They sure doe!

@l0k1 Thanks

Here are some more of Bohun's orcs

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The level of painting skill in this thread is just amazing!

dat jotun....

Thanks for responding zachwho and Jehan-reznor. A few more pics for you!

Here's a Mierce Miniatures Malacant painted by Seb - Imagine this in a dwarvenforge hellscape set!
















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Just awesome again. Love this thread.

Thanks for responding, alanmckenzie! Your enthusiasm and positive remarks make the effort in sharing all the worthwhile. It is so nice to see others who love and appreciate these models as much as I do.

Here are some nice goblin/orc types painted by the very talented Jeremy Bonamant Teboul (JBT)-
















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Here are a few group shots of the Bohun Otherworld orcs and some of the goblins. And then a few pictures of Bohun Otherworld gnolls:








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Another Malacant - this one is modified with a new weapon and other differences to his pose, horns, bracer, paint scheme, wings and shield.

















AND here are the two Malacants side-by-side ready to kick the crap out of all opposition!


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WOW!

The malacants are awesome! Are you planning on having more in the future? Maybe in a different color?

Edit: also the clamps on the base are a nice touch.

Some of these look more like cad renders than painted. Either they are, or the paint jobs really are that phenomenal. Thanks for sharing!!

@Muyo Yeah, the painter is outstanding.

@Spincr No, I think two malacants are enough.

Here are Jowan and his hounds-


































































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Here's Urbad, the ogre from Mierce Miniatures
















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Here are a few gnolls - repainted to look more like hyenas.








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More Bohun Otherworld Minis -
















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Fantastic as always!

And that one holding the book?

The detail in the book?

Unbelievable!

And thanks for posting them here!

@alpharius Thanks for the kind words! Yes, that book is painted really well!

Here's a large diorama I put together. I hope you guys like it! It includes an outside castle/town area and two dungeons! - (1) a catacombs infested with undead; and (2) a tomb (ROTA entrance) with a demonic sorcerer summoning demons. One last thing - let's see if Law recognizes something from the pics!










































































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IS that...your game room?

Wow.

If that IS your game room, I'm guessing game night is always at your place!

That is incredible.

That diorama/gaming table with the dungeons seriously just blew my mind...

Where do you live? Packing my stuff I'll be over in a min...

Yeah it's big... I guess.

I am happy you guys like it. Yes, that is my game room. The wife allowed me to renovate the basement to make a nice room for my hobbies. While she is utterly mystified by my hobbies, at least she indulges me.

Utterly fantastic. Thank you for sharing. That is what I call the ultimate gamer man cave!!!!!

No doubt!

If you live anywhere near me (and by that I mean within 4 hours!), I'm inviting myself over!

That guy with the shield and backpack, what mini is that, never though I'd see a fighter adventurer with his actual adventurer pack on him.

 Bobthehero wrote:

That guy with the shield and backpack, what mini is that, never though I'd see a fighter adventurer with his actual adventurer pack on him.

That is an Otherworld Miniatures figure. He is one of the fighter figures. Here's the link:

http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/shop/da-series-dungeon-adventurers-blister-packs/dah1b-human-male-fighter-v2/

@alpharius Lol. I live in Washington, DC.

Thanks for the kind compliments guys. I like it because it gives me a lot of space to build large dioramas, and it has a lot of cabinets, including display cabinets, for my models and terrain.

Nice stuff on that site, thank you!

 Sorn wrote:

@alpharius Lol. I live in Washington, DC.

Argh!

I'm up here in Massachusetts, so you're a bit outside that 'easy' 4 hour window!

 Sorn wrote:

 Bobthehero wrote:

That guy with the shield and backpack, what mini is that, never though I'd see a fighter adventurer with his actual adventurer pack on him.

That is an Otherworld Miniatures figure. He is one of the fighter figures. Here's the link:

http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/shop/da-series-dungeon-adventurers-blister-packs/dah1b-human-male-fighter-v2/

@alpharius Lol. I live in Washington, DC.

Thanks for the kind compliments guys. I like it because it gives me a lot of space to build large dioramas, and it has a lot of cabinets, including display cabinets, for my models and terrain.

I'm just outside Baltimore, IM ON THE WAY! Kidding aside, absolutely breathtaking what you have managed to create, im in utter awe! Keep up the great work.

Here are a few more pics.

Here's a closeup of one of the banner holder on top of the castle ramparts. I like this pic because it shows the beautiful freehand on the banner.



Here are a few closeup pics of the undead horde amassing in the crypt to assault the party of adventurers.







And the master...

That table is outstanding I wish I had one like that

A basement would be a good start

These look proper rest good lad

That is the most amazing game table I have ever seen.

Mat

gorgeous. just gorgeous...

i can not express the jealousy.....!

Yeah... so I am just going to quit painting now.

Thanks chief. Soul officially broken.

Um - speechless.
However I think that you could have put a little more effort in by making all the soldiers walk around & fight & have real fires in the fire places.
Joking of course! Totally awesome.

I am a huge fan of Tabletop world and have most of their buildings. I also have the Mierce miniatures. The only thing I don't have is the Castle. Where did it come from and who is the manufacture? Two other things I don't have is the paint skills and the imagination to put together a game table of such epic scale. I am truly humbled. I'm going up to my game room right now and start working on my humble and now totally inadequate game table. Thank you for the inspiration.

I've been around models painting for over 20 years, defiantly the best I've seen. Agree with all the earlier posts, the blending is amazing. Most painters are modest individuals because to quote a phrase 'there's always somebody better out there'. In this case I'd like to see a better collection?

This is a truly incredible collection, have you ever thought about having it professionally photographed? Some lighting effects and staged battle scenes maybe. Would blow Visions out of the water. Either that or you have to sell tours.

Holy cow! That is unbelievable. Great set up, and you gaming room is the size of our house! Awesome painting sorn, truly spectacular stuff.

You guys are awesome. Thanks for the generous and kind words. Not everyone appreciates miniatures and dioramas. It is wonderful to be among kindred souls that get excited about the same stuff I get excited about. There is something about these very well painted minis and dioramas that captures the imagination and frees the mind... My wife and many of my friends/relatives do not understand this. But you guys do, and that is fantastic!

Here are some more Bohun Otherworld Henchmen. Every good adventuring group needs a torch bearer and a pack mule, not to mention a henchman female warrior (albeit a homely one) with a crossbow!

Here's a large red dragon - Angrislaug from Mierce Miniatures!

Whelp, after spending twenty minutes picking up my teeth after my jaw hit the desk, I only have this to say:

The pure aesthetic value of that amazing diorama/campaign/quest makes it a work of art on it's own, nevermind the amazing quality of the miniatures in it.

This truly is one of my favorite threads of all time.

@gunslingerpro Thanks for the kind words.

Here are some more pics of Otherworld miniatures










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Thanks for sharing pictures of your space. Just lovely. What a nice spread you have. It's so pretty that it makes me happy just to know that some one with that kind of means finds something as simple as this worth their time and energy. I bet you're quite an interesting chap!

With all of those Mierce characters, coupled with the undead hoard, I can't help but think of Dark Souls. In a very good way.

You have some very fine paintjobs there, and the sculpts

So many beautiful models in here. I can't wait to take a closer look when I have some time, but I'll subscribe so i can find it again.

That game room is as stunning as the models.

Wow Angrislaug is stunning and its a huge model if I remember correctly.

Who was the painter? It doesn't look like one of Bohun's.

That is one hell of a setup! Very nice room, you have some nice toys. I'm guessing you don't allow greasy nerds with their filthy, cheetos stained hands anywhere near those minis! I wouldn't.

@Cave_Dweller yes, I am careful regarding who gets to put their paws on my little works of art.

@GiraffeX - Sebastien Picque painted Angrislaug

@Mastiff @odinsgrandson, @doktor_g - Thanks for the kind words

On that note - here are some more models - blacksmith and two merchants




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Bruttaly awesome!

@Theofilos Thanks, my good man!

A few more villagers/civilians!








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Here are a few more villagers.

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Very nice!

Always appreciate you sharing them here too - thanks!

@Alpharius Thanks, my good man!

Here's a group shot of villagers with their completed bases. Before anyone complains about how simple the bases are, please know that I specifically wanted them to be this simple because I want to use these models both in inside and outside environments, and I wanted them to generally match my other Bohun models.

I don't think I would have even noticed how 'simple' the bases looked - the models themselves are too distractingly awesome looking!

@Alpharius Thanks, my good man.

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I was waiting for Uhtred.

Simply great again.

@alanmckenzie Agreed. I am very happy with the model.

Rollo!








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I've got Rollo too - and that is one hell of an 'inspiration' picture to use for when I dare to attempt to paint him myself!

Alpharius wrote:I've got Rollo too - and that is one hell of an 'inspiration' picture to use for when I dare to attempt to paint him myself!

Same for me!

The greyed areas in the hair along with skin and metals and... Simply stunning.

What technique is used for the scratch marks on the cloaks/armor?

Rollo's veins are freaking me out : (

@Thokt You will have to ask Bohun himself about his technique for making scratch marks.

@Metsuri @Shanks @Alpharius I agree. Seb's work on Rollo is outstanding.


Here are some more Bohun villagers-
















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Drunk guys look great! Well, everything looks great, as always.

Most insane gameboard i have ever seen. Just wow..

Thanks, guys!

Here are some of the villagers at two tables enjoying a feast.



Here are some pirates.














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Another update - hurrah!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

I've been involved in the miniature hobby for 25 years, that gaming table is the most awe-inspiring thing that I have seen during that time.

Absolutely amazing!

Thanks, Alpharius and Undead_Love_Machine. I will keep posting pics as long as the interest continues.


It is time for some more pirates! I particularly like the beautiful freehand work Bohun did on the pirate captain.






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He looks great! Really nice, understated paint job. Love the pirates too.

Awesome...

Once I've got enough Mierce stuff painted up and the full Darklands rules are released...


...roadtrip!

Aedric looks really nice the colours are so natural its almost real.

great inspiration thread those are some top notch paint jobs

Glad you guys like the paintjobs and the thread.

Here's another - Ffion Ferddig











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Here's Aldhelm








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Attempting to paint plaid would cause me to go insane...

That's another amazing miniature!

What Mierce Darklands factions are you collecting?

I really like Ffion Ferddig, much better than the studio version.

Yup, the studio scheme as crazily over saturated skin tones, this one looks great!

Thanks, guys!

Here's Knutr!










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Awesome!

The Norse are probably my favorite Darklands faction too...

Not sure how men survive in that world, compared to the big gribblies that are running amok all over the place!

That game room is like some sort of gamer Valhalla that we go to when we die, right?

Right.....?

@Alpharius Yeah, I certainly would not want to live in that place.

@Alex C Indeed! When you die, you get teleported into my basement for some serious gaming and diorama building!

Here's Cruz:










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Wow....Now if I can just get the Lotto numbers.

Here's a group shot. I chose to change the bases of the figures to add more dirt. I noticed that they look better in my dioramas with more dirt.



Here's Ungefelic, the Manticore!














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Lovely!

Did you happen to also get Mierce's Chimera too?

I'd love to see that monster painted up to the standards in this thread!

@Alpharius If you mean the Terror of Fortriu, then yes. He is already on page 4 of this thread.

Well, my memory is going - but yours isn't, thankfully!

Just gives me a reason to review all the awesome work in this thread!

Including this, of course!

 Sorn wrote:
Thanks for the responses guys.

Seb finished painting the Terror of Fortriu. Here are some pics. This is a huge and beautifully detailed model! Let me know what you guys think of it.

This thread might have the largest conglomeration of over the top, amazingly painted models I've ever seen. Everything is too great, it's literally impossible to pick a favorite.

@Darth Bob - I am glad you like the models!

Just when you guys thought you had seen the last of Bohun's pirates, here are a few more:












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Here's Bohun's Otherworld Ogre Mage!

Unbelievable!

The flowers on the Ogre-Magi's robe?

Wow!