http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/56.page JForum - http://www.jforum.net
I have been converted to the greater good and have sorted out my list to 1500pts.

The concept behind the army is a Third Sphere army surging outwards recapturing the worlds and outposts that were lost during the Damocles Crusade. This will be lead by Commander Shadowstorm (One of Shadowsun's lost sisters) and as a newly replenished army will have all the neat toys plus Auxiliaries.
I really like the colour scheme for Shadowsun so the entire army will be done as such.

Here is the first finished tester that I am finally happy with.
I purchased a box of GW jungle plants back when the Lustria campaign was on, so now is a good opportunity to use them.
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/2en9oq9.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i27.tinypic.com/s2ryhh.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i28.tinypic.com/2usaphg.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i29.tinypic.com/1zcn60l.jpg[/img]
Any comments, suggestions, criticism are welcome!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406706.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406706.page GMT
(mind you, anything with paint on would put my Tau to shame.... )]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406715.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406715.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406752.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406752.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406775.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/406775.page GMT
I really like the yellow detailing on the white. And the white is nicely done as well.

Will be watching ^_^.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407313.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407313.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407315.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407315.page GMT
Keep up the good work.

Cheers,

Dante]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407347.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407347.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407384.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/407384.page GMT Even sculpted my first feather.
He still has a few bits i need to finish up - Base, woodgrain on the gunstock, etc
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/oqwx12.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/24q0ih3.jpg[/img]
I am not happy with the 'gore/sand' on the blades, probably scrape it off and use greenstuff instead
[img]http://i25.tinypic.com/nweqdg.jpg[/img]
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Here is the WIP converting
[img]http://i25.tinypic.com/2vdkuq1.jpg[/img]
So you can see the interior detail, the right side plate will be detachable using magnets.
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/wjx36g.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i30.tinypic.com/2s10fmu.jpg[/img]
Working rear access door
[img]http://i28.tinypic.com/dw2yxj.jpg[/img]
Working side doors
[img]http://i30.tinypic.com/2d18xoo.jpg[/img]
Interior details - Hand rail w. straps, grenades, bonding knife etc
Going to add pulse rifles and other items (helmets and the like...) before painting.
[img]http://i26.tinypic.com/35in21y.jpg[/img]
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I love the hammerhead. How do you paint you Fire Warriors.

Arran]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/409854.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/409854.page GMT Just the Base and Decoy Launchers left to do.
[img]http://i26.tinypic.com/15qaek4.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i26.tinypic.com/2111h1f.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i25.tinypic.com/2057h5f.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/4not1.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/2u4tvsn.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i28.tinypic.com/293klmb.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i32.tinypic.com/2llohee.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i29.tinypic.com/24gvj40.jpg[/img]
Detachable side
[img]http://i30.tinypic.com/wa4mxh.jpg[/img]
Spacious AND Functional
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I'm sure you, like me, often find yourself stressing over some minute detail and asking yourself "will anyone ever see this besides me?"

Thankfully the forums allow us to show off our work from every angle, and yours stands up very well. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/412208.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/412208.page GMT
The devilfish could benefit from some very limited weathering as has been said before.

I really like your jungle bases, are you going to paint those leaves?

All together really nice and characterful minis.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/414774.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/414774.page GMT
As others have stated previously, your painting style is very clean and crisp.

Although, I had this image in my head all of a sudden...

"Welcome aboard the Tau Devilfish Busline. Please hold on to the handrails during takeoff and landing, and keep your hands, feet, and kroot away from the exits when they are closing..... Mind the gap."]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/414814.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/414814.page GMT Thanks!

Weathering. Had not thought of that. Where and how? I have not much exp doing weathering...
Anybody got links for a how to?
Im thinking just on the engines etc...
[quote=Flachzange]Very cool. The paintjob is very crisp and fitting and the detachables are way cool. Nicely done. [/quote]
Cheers.
[quote=YojimboJones]Amazing work, the interior detail on the devilfish is outstanding!

I'm sure you, like me, often find yourself stressing over some minute detail and asking yourself "will anyone ever see this besides me?"

Thankfully the forums allow us to show off our work from every angle, and yours stands up very well. [/quote]
Yep, I like the extra mile.
[quote=Metsuri]Beautiful and clean painting.

The devilfish could benefit from some very limited weathering as has been said before.

I really like your jungle bases, are you going to paint those leaves?

All together really nice and characterful minis.[/quote]
Agree on the weathering. Not going to paint the leaves, I really love the colouring they come with.
Will be giving the models a matte varnish which should kill the shine on them.

[quote=Xanthos]Gorgeous work on the devilfish! I´m liking the interior details.

As others have stated previously, your painting style is very clean and crisp.

Although, I had this image in my head all of a sudden...

"Welcome aboard the Tau Devilfish Busline. Please hold on to the handrails during takeoff and landing, and keep your hands, feet, and kroot away from the exits when they are closing..... Mind the gap."[/quote]
Lol,
I would love to see a city bus with Flechette Dischargers and a Disruption Pod!

Probably feel nice and safe!


Also
Decided late last week to enter something in Golden Demon NZ.
Figured it was time I truly sorted out my Basing scheme for this army.

So here it is...

[img]http://i36.tinypic.com/2mnoyf6.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i35.tinypic.com/28layif.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/rap6i1.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i38.tinypic.com/35ic0ar.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/316rs54.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i34.tinypic.com/nyloo.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/2s0y0c5.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i38.tinypic.com/23huopc.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i35.tinypic.com/34xf4h0.jpg[/img]
]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/418520.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/418520.page GMT I take it you are working from a white undercoat?

Aquila]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419087.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419087.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419539.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419539.page GMT
you know, the one thing i love about tau is how easy thier tanks fit together. for the life of me i always seem to get gaps every time i build a rhino...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419608.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419608.page GMT I take it you are working from a white undercoat?

Aquila[/quote]
Yep, I originally tried to build up from a black undercoat up through grey to white, but it looked rubbish and tookan age.
[quote=Aduro]Love the paint jobs. Almost the same color scheme as my friend, only he used red markings instead of the tan. What method did you use to hinge the doors? Thinking about starting up a Tau army myself, and would like to do that as well.[/quote]
The side doors are pinned to make hinges. Just extended the pin vice drill bit out a far as poss and layed it against the hull. Slowly drilled out both the hinge and the door tab. Then carefully added glue to the door only, slipped the paperclip in and wholia!
[quote=lord marcus]nice tau stuff.

you know, the one thing i love about tau is how easy thier tanks fit together. for the life of me i always seem to get gaps every time i build a rhino...[/quote]
Lol, this one was kinda warped, had to rip out the rubberbands to get it together...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419729.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/419729.page GMT
I especially like the banner dude, very cool idea and your bases. The effort you put into those is very well worth it and that grass/leaf stuff really make them look awesome. Works good with the white armour as well.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/420336.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/420336.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/424769.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/424769.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/424790.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/424790.page GMT
I have to second that praise on the backpack. When I saw it my first thought was "unlicensed nuclear accelerator". My second was "must
copy".]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425380.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425380.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425406.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425406.page GMT
Excellent job]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425712.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/425712.page GMT [img]http://i36.tinypic.com/28v4pj7.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i34.tinypic.com/21j4wnn.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i38.tinypic.com/nfn2tz.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i34.tinypic.com/2hnz2i8.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/2bs379.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i38.tinypic.com/343q8ti.jpg[/img]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428257.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428257.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428272.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428272.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428432.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428432.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428517.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/428517.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/432420.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/432420.page GMT [img]http://i30.tinypic.com/20b1jpc.jpg[/img]
Manga inspired Head
[img]http://i26.tinypic.com/2gv798l.jpg[/img]
Armour Plating
[img]http://i32.tinypic.com/rbiceg.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/mwqhox.jpg[/img]
Advanced Stabilisation System
[img]http://i25.tinypic.com/2mpjvyo.jpg[/img]
ASS Gyroscope
[img]http://i29.tinypic.com/2uik9ia.jpg[/img]
SMS
[img]http://i29.tinypic.com/qs9u7p.jpg[/img]
Legs, Converted using Burstcannons
[img]http://i31.tinypic.com/2iiik90.jpg[/img]
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No! I say you must change him, so crack him apart, strip him down, and start over! My Word Is Law!

[quote=Sirath]Broadside #1[/quote]

Interesting assortment of parts. I'm curious to see how it all fits together. Especially that swank little gyroscope you made.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/433416.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/433416.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/433542.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/433542.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/438810.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/438810.page GMT
Meph]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/439632.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/439632.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/440259.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/440259.page GMT Wip
[img]http://i36.tinypic.com/fdbt5c.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/2ag7zi0.jpg[/img]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457582.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457582.page GMT
Fantastic.

EDIT the Gyro is flippin cool. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457649.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457649.page GMT
Fantastic.

EDIT the Gyro is flippin cool. [/quote]
Thanks,
Yeah, i would like to change the leg but the plastic glue has fused the pieces together...
Stupid warping, hopefully it is not detracting from the finished product.

I stole the idea of the Gyroscope from the GW website. Then improved on it.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457777.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/457777.page GMT My only critisism would be to paint the plants.
They just look odd with such a different finnish and level of detail!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461293.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461293.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461351.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461351.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461504.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/461504.page GMT My only critisism would be to paint the plants.
They just look odd with such a different finnish and level of detail![/quote]
Thanks Alex,
Yep, This has been suggested before. I have experimented with painting the plants but it just looks poor.
I honestly do not see the issue with the unpainted plants, they are really nice colour.

[quote=Captain Engelhardt]I love it ! Are those aquarium plants ?[/quote]
They are 'Jungle Plants' released by GW for the Lustria Campaign

[quote=Ghost in the Darkness]Where are you getting that circle tau sept symbol that you added to the chests of your first suits.[/quote]
It is simply the FW shoulder pad symbol cut out.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462017.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462017.page GMT BTW,

I have ripped the Crisis Suit off his base and removed his left leg.
I will reposition him and then post some photos so you guys can decide if it works better...

Cheers]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462023.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462023.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462377.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/462377.page GMT
It's probably all mechanical anyways, it doesn't have to bend like a person's leg would.

::EDIT:: Wait, is it mechanical? I can't remember how big a battlesuit is compared to a tau's body.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/464902.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/464902.page GMT I was considering how to best represent Tau vehicle upgrades. The most common of which is the ever-handy Disruption Pod.
As Tau like aquatic aesthetics to their designs and naming conventions. [Hammerhead, Tetra, Manta, etc] The obvious leap was they would also model the defensive wargear to match aquatic structural adaptations.

This was the inspiration;
[img]http://i35.tinypic.com/33cqhxi.jpg[/img]

This is the concept in progress;
[IMG]http://i38.tinypic.com/hu3ypg.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i33.tinypic.com/5jzplf.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i36.tinypic.com/ur2wh.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i33.tinypic.com/24zyr6e.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i36.tinypic.com/30xbdaq.jpg[/IMG]

- I wanted a 'pod' structure, so both ends are rounded.
- It is constructed from a Shield Gen base, with plate from a Shield Drone as the top 'dome'
- This is connected by a barrel from a Sniper Drone Rail Rifle, then the cylinders from a Plasma Rifle.
- Finally the 'Spines' are paper clips.
- Plus a magnet to attach it to the Vehicle
[IMG]http://i35.tinypic.com/ims5g5.jpg[/IMG]

Next part will be to paint it, going to try white on the 'domes' with Black on the rifle, gold accent on the cylinders and spines.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/465377.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/465377.page GMT
Keep up the great work!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/466852.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/466852.page GMT
Not 100% happy with how the disruption pod turned out.
So I made a new version;
[img]http://i36.tinypic.com/2moqmxi.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i35.tinypic.com/14o9d1c.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i33.tinypic.com/2mhh72u.jpg[/img]
Think it works better.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470125.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470125.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470370.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470370.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470805.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470805.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470974.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/470974.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/471067.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/471067.page GMT [img]http://i36.tinypic.com/28v4pj7.jpg[/img]
[/quote]
ok, you officially made me a Tau fan again!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/472366.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/472366.page GMT
and onto a more orky perspective, nicely painted tau reminds of how good they taste after a good WAAAAGGHH!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/472515.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/472515.page GMT Thanks for the feedback
Here is another concept-tester piece for an Auxiliary unit.
Based upon Sebastian Stuart's Naga from WD
Will 'count-as' a Kroot unit.

[img]http://i44.tinypic.com/2vb0su8.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i39.tinypic.com/2882gdc.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i43.tinypic.com/119xetk.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i42.tinypic.com/14w9895.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i41.tinypic.com/2rdbwus.jpg[/img]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487012.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487012.page GMT Thanks for the feedback
Here is another concept-tester piece for an Auxiliary unit.
Based upon Sebastian Stuart's Naga from WD
Will 'count-as' a Kroot unit.[/quote]

Well, you got me convinced and I believe that is gonna look great.
I like the much bulkier look of these guys compared to the kroot. The technologified tau look works nicely as well.
Im looking forward to seeing a squad of these. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487050.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487050.page GMT And ontop of that, really superb use of parts!
About the naga, it is very fitting for a kroot - really subtle conversionwork but the big gun and antennae do underline the scifi aspects quite well.
I was just thinking of this 5 minutes ago when I was replying to ppl about my Slann conversion ([url]http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/225167.page[/url])
A few ideas that were thrown at me there was using Kroxigors as kroot-ox and the new stegadon as a great knarloc - since you seem to be very creative and talented, I tought Idd share those ideas, maybe they would see light of day faster in your hands than mine? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487082.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487082.page GMT
Love them all!

Especially the clean lines for the Tau - suits them very well. Love the interior of the ship.

Excellent.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487102.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487102.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487109.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487109.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487115.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487115.page GMT
i tried, but the gun just melted from all the awesome coming off of the screen.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487183.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487183.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487192.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487192.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487197.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487197.page GMT I second the weathering comment. A few streaks of oil and soot on the engines/ exhausts will add realism.
But not to worry if it's not your bag. They look great as is. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487211.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/487211.page GMT Well, you got me convinced and I believe that is gonna look great.
I like the much bulkier look of these guys compared to the kroot. The technologified tau look works nicely as well.
Im looking forward to seeing a squad of these. [/quote]
Thanks, I wasn't certain he would come together so well. Real happy with the results. Can't wait to convert some Nicassar next...

[quote=Innom]Really nice work so far! And ontop of that, really superb use of parts!
About the naga, it is very fitting for a kroot - really subtle conversionwork but the big gun and antennae do underline the scifi aspects quite well.
I was just thinking of this 5 minutes ago when I was replying to ppl about my Slann conversion ([url]http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/225167.page[/url])
A few ideas that were thrown at me there was using Kroxigors as kroot-ox and the new stegadon as a great knarloc - since you seem to be very creative and talented, I tought Idd share those ideas, maybe they would see light of day faster in your hands than mine? [/quote]
Lol, Thats awesome. I think the Skinks work really well as Fire Warriors.
I thought about either Kroxigors or Salamanders for the Kroot Ox. Probably will take me just as long as you Innom, I dont have any in my list [they are far to points-pricey]
[quote=tallmantim]He

Love them all!

Especially the clean lines for the Tau - suits them very well. Love the interior of the ship.

Excellent.[/quote]
Thanks

[quote=yermom]How did you get such a good white i'm jealous.[/quote]
Cheers Mate,

It is;

Skull White Under Coat x 2
P3 Morrow White + [Floor Polish & Water Mix] x2
Skull White + [Floor Polish & Water Mix] x2
Codex Grey in the recesses.
Touch up with P3 Morrow White + [Floor Polish & Water Mix]

[quote=sphynx]your army makes me want to blow the top of my head off with a high-calibre hand gun.[/quote]
Wow, that is... wow
[quote=corpsesarefun][quote=sphynx]your army makes me want to blow the top of my head off with a high-calibre hand gun.[/quote]

i tried, but the gun just melted from all the awesome coming off of the screen.[/quote]
Thats better.
[quote=P4NC4K3]please excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor [/quote]
Thanks
[quote=Corey85]What really makes the models, are the bases. Great work![/quote]
Yeap, I love em. There was a few ppl telling me to paint the plants but i love the colour as is.
[quote=Apone]Fantastic Job! A pleasure to look at.
I second the weathering comment. A few streaks of oil and soot on the engines/ exhausts will add realism.
But not to worry if it's not your bag. They look great as is. [/quote]
Hrmm, does anyone know of a how-to weather article? I haven't done much of this.
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What is the floor polish in the mix for? What does it add to the paint?

Personally I think they look cool as is without weathering - like they just came off the factory showroom floor in time to kick some butt!

Fits in with the Tau fluff I think.

And I also think the plants are good as is.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489110.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489110.page GMT
What is the floor polish in the mix for? What does it add to the paint?

Personally I think they look cool as is without weathering - like they just came off the factory showroom floor in time to kick some butt!

Fits in with the Tau fluff I think.

And I also think the plants are good as is.[/quote]
Thanks,

The Floor Polish acts in much the same way Dishwashing Liquid acts in the old GW inks. It smooths out the mix without diluting the pigment the way water does. It also brings colours together easier for blending.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489141.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489141.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489355.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489355.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489356.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/489356.page GMT WiP
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This is a great tau army!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495120.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495120.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495174.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495174.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495359.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495359.page GMT 40k weapons strapped to it. Try to create alien creatures which don't look like obvious conversion of existing bits. For example, take a look at the [url=http://warseer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3153528&postcount=311]Nekulli[/url] by Apologist over at Warseer. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495387.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495387.page GMT
This is a great tau army![/quote]
Cheers!
[quote=Ghost in the Darkness]this is why I refuse to start some armies because I lack the skill i would need to do it right by my mind. You sir have done a great job with minis that dont have a lot of variety, so keep up the good work.[/quote]
Dont get discouraged dude.

It has taken me some twelve years to get to this level. However, only in the last three have my hobby skills really gelled.
Stick with the armies you ARE good at. For example; I cannot paint an ork to save my life.

[quote=migsula]Absolutely great work, such love and care and strong visual impact... even if I'm nearly boarding my devilfish with my weathering tools. [/quote]
Lol
[quote=Malika2]Your Tau look amazing, it's just that Naga creature I don't like. To me it looks too obviously like a Lizardman with some 40k weapons strapped to it. Try to create alien creatures which don't look like obvious conversion of existing bits. For example, take a look at the [url=http://warseer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3153528&postcount=311]Nekulli[/url] by Apologist over at Warseer. [/quote]
Great link.
I can see what you are saying...

The Naga was a bit restricted by the lack of armour and sophisticated tech. I wanted to minimalise the amount of Tau gizmos as these 'count as' Kroot.

But point taken, What do you suggest i could add to move further away from "...a Lizardman with some 40k weapons strapped to it..."?

[The Question is open to everyone]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495787.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/495787.page GMT
Here is the Painting in progress for the Naga tester.

About 80% done, really happy with the orange, but hate the scales.

I feel the Bone plus the gold clashes with the white and orange.
Going to have to repaint the scales. Totally unsure of the new colour though.

Would really appreciate some opinions...

Cheers

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I agree, all the colors are warm here.. a re-paint of the scales gives the opportunity for cool colors to enter this scheme. I'm liking the idea of blue as a tone with violet as a shade. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501193.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501193.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501388.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501388.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501486.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501486.page GMT
I also think the scales should be a cooler color like blue or dark purple.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501507.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501507.page GMT

When I grow up I want to be able to paint just like you!

That banner looks freakin sweet too.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501567.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501567.page GMT
I second the opinion that a blue or purple would work great to add some contrast to the kroot. When the scales are all you can see (from the back view), they look great, but they really don't look that great with the orange skintone. I think a mid-range blue or a lavender would offset the orange just perfectly (not to mention that orange and purple are probably the two least commonly seen colors in all of wargaming). Try basing the scales in black and fading them slowly up to a very light blue or purple, so the black still shows around the edges of the scales. I think that would look incredible.

Just a thought, but those unpainted pouches on the proxy-kroot's belt need some paint! You're probably working on it, though, but I just thought I'd mention it.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501701.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/501701.page GMT Cheers. They are nice, but are too quadruped.
[quote=Shrike78]I think red will contrast very well with the rest of the army, making them stand out as kroot should[/quote]
Yep, thats the plan. I want the Auxiliaries to each be distinct colours.
[quote=LBursley][quote=brado]The first color that popped into my head for the scales was a pale green/teal. [/quote]

I agree, all the colors are warm here.. a re-paint of the scales gives the opportunity for cool colors to enter this scheme. I'm liking the idea of blue as a tone with violet as a shade. [/quote]
Nice colour theory.
So he will be a combo of;

Orange + Cool Colour + White + Vomit Brown.

I have just also seen this fella; I really do like way the metal is done. Must Plagiarise!
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[quote=Fiendcrackar!]I dunno... red is too chaotic, and it makes it look almost like some sort of daemon. I think maybe trying a less bold skin color would work better.[/quote]
Have to disagree, the Orange is vibrant, not chaotic. The Bone is crap, maybe that contributes to the 'daemon' look.

[quote=AdeptSister]Your Army is wonderful! I would love to see it across the battlefield!

I also think the scales should be a cooler color like blue or dark purple.[/quote]
Thank you for the compliment. Blue... might be a goer,
I want to stay away from Purple as i have a plan for the third auxiliary unit...

[quote=Golden Eyed Scout]HOLY MOTHER OF LORD!!!! those interior detalis are absolutley amazing.


When I grow up I want to be able to paint just like you!

That banner looks freakin sweet too.[/quote]
Cheers Brother.

[quote=Chrysaor686]Some of the best Tau work I've seen so far.

I second the opinion that a blue or purple would work great to add some contrast to the kroot. When the scales are all you can see (from the back view), they look great, but they really don't look that great with the orange skintone. I think a mid-range blue or a lavender would offset the orange just perfectly (not to mention that orange and purple are probably the two least commonly seen colors in all of wargaming). Try basing the scales in black and fading them slowly up to a very light blue or purple, so the black still shows around the edges of the scales. I think that would look incredible.

Just a thought, but those unpainted pouches on the proxy-kroot's belt need some paint! You're probably working on it, though, but I just thought I'd mention it.[/quote]
Danke.

The feedback seems to be headed for a cool colour. I have gone back over the scales with Chaos Black, looks soooo much better!
Its now a toss up between subtle highlighting with either Regal Blue or Shadow Grey.


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Good god man, keep up the good work.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/509675.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/509675.page GMT
Keep the excellent work its supurb.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/512650.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/512650.page GMT
The Naga is almost finished. The scales are now black, hightlighted w. codex grey.
Will post new pics of him + a group shot of all wip so far in the next few days.




In the meanwhile, here is the army list i am working towards;

http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/0/226853.page

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]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517208.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517208.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517230.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517230.page GMT I think you have the right amount of savage warrior and high-tech devices blended together. Im also liking the way you replicated the tau colors on the high tech stuff, while the warrior himself looks totally different. It should look great together with the rest of your army.

Im guessing the base will get some of those leaves as well?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517246.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517246.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517263.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517263.page GMT Cheers, I am really happy with how the colours came out in the finished product.

[quote=Flachzange]awesome.
I think you have the right amount of savage warrior and high-tech devices blended together. Im also liking the way you replicated the tau colors on the high tech stuff, while the warrior himself looks totally different. It should look great together with the rest of your army.

Im guessing the base will get some of those leaves as well?[/quote]
Appreciate the Kudos :-)

The balance was tricky, as the Naga are 'counts-as' Kroot they really couldn't have any armour. So the plan was to make them techy but not too techy.

The base will be the same jungle base as the Fire Warriors.

[quote=Drunkspleen]I really like the black scales, they tie it together excellently, I shudder to think what new Tau program involves implanting communication devices into humanoid reptilians skull and those tubes seem even more worrying.[/quote]
I have to give kudos to all those who suggested colours for the scales. I tried blue but it looked too cartoony. So went with the suggestion of 'cool colour'
Black and Grey are pretty neutral so bind the vibrant Orange.

In a galaxy full of war, genocide and unspeakable horror... what is a little mind control and drugging of your soldiers?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517883.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/517883.page GMT
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Been following the Cricket? Go the Proteas!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/518036.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/518036.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/518657.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/518657.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/521018.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/521018.page GMT
Quick update, WiP of the Broadsides;

I'm redoing the heads, they didnt work quite right.

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The Advanced Stablisation System - Gyroscope
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[IMG]http://i42.tinypic.com/10n9k4n.jpg[/IMG]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534573.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534573.page GMT I love the Gyroscope. Very interesting. It also makes the broadside beefier than it is already, which I think is very fitting. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534575.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534575.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534959.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534959.page GMT [quote=Apone]Fantastic Job! A pleasure to look at.
I second the weathering comment. A few streaks of oil and soot on the engines/ exhausts will add realism.
But not to worry if it's not your bag. They look great as is. [/quote]
Hrmm, does anyone know of a how-to weather article? I haven't done much of this.
[/quote]

A great way to get some VERY soft soot and oil stains without really doing anything heavy duty is to use crushed pastels. This technique is great for understated shading and 'dirtying'. But it doesn't come off looking like paint. Give it a try on something safe first before you go after these models.

The technique is simple. Go to an art store and buy a set of [url=http://www.dickblick.com/products/cretacolor-pastel-carre-hard-pastel-sets/]hard pastels[/url]. I bought a set of 'earth tone' pastels about 3 years ago, and I'm still going strong on them. Take a hobby knife and scrape the blade across the corner of the pastel. It will create tiny shavings. Do this over your pallete or just something that will contain the shavings. Next take an old brush. (this brush is going to be dried out and ruined after you are done) and pick up some of the pastel. Then rub the brush on the area you want affected. It will be very subtle, which is probably what you are looking for. If you want less subtle, just go get a little bit more of the shavings and reapply.

The pastel will wear off if it is on an area that will be touched quite often. It might be advisable to lock it in with a spray sealer. I would advise against painting anything on over it. The crushed pastel never really dries. Applying water to it or a brush stroke over it can smear it and ruin the effect.

I thought I had already posted on how much I like this project. I guess I haven't so I'll say that its a great project!

The specific things that are really working for me are...

Excellent color scheme, I loved how shadowsun looked, and making an army out of her scheme is just great.

Rectangular back banners. YES japanese style banners are definitely appealing on tau!

Basing. do NOT paint those leaves. They look excellent as is. Save the time. The oversized aquarium leaf being used as some sort of alien flora is great. I hadn't seen that used in a non-competition paint scheme. Please let me know if that was a pain in the ass to do, or if its fragile for a tabletop model.

Reposed battlesuits/fire warriors. Rest assured that the extra time you spent reposing will be noticed and appreciated.


Now go and continue to be productive!!! ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534993.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/534993.page GMT Yep, the Gyro does add that little bit extra.

@Hammerziet - Go teh Tau!
I take it you are looking at doing the colour scheme from Cities of Death/Medusa Campaign? Its a nifty scheme.


@Shep - Hey Shep, Really appreciate the effort you went into, some really good stuff i will take away from you post.


Im keen to try the weathering technique, I will keep it on the back burner and pull it out once if finish a few more units [Im trying to get the army to a stage i can start playing small games]

Shadowsun's colour scheme is one of the best GW has done, it almost is a reverse of the traditional Tau scheme. It uses much the same colours - Ochre, Black and White.

I did not want to go overboard with the Japanese symbols and style. But touches of it are gold.

No way am i painting the plants. A few ppl have said that the plastic plants need to be painted. In all honesty, i cannot be bothered and actually like the colours the GW plants come with.

The plants are somewhat tricky, long story short - i pin them in to the bases.

Lol, i liek to do conversions, most times they are too subtle for the gaming public! ;-)

...and you keep productive with yre Vostroyans!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/535687.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/535687.page GMT [img]http://i43.tinypic.com/2ey81dx.jpg[/img]
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Great to see a finished broadside... seeing all of the parts separate definitely piqued my interest.

It looks great all together like that. The extra armor works. And that head is great!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540221.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540221.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540227.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540227.page GMT Love the Broadside.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540667.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/540667.page GMT
And the Broadside, nice job with the spinning globe circlets on it.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/541245.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/541245.page GMT Did you have some Tau in the cabinet at GW Sylvia park?
Although your probably sick of the 'wow' comments, your work is truly fantastic, that broadside with the gyro is inspired.
Only one little nitpick, I see abit of flash or sprue edge leftover near the neck of the broadside.
What else can we be expecting to see in this army? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/541274.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/541274.page GMT
Really like your battlesuits as well!

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Great to see a finished broadside... seeing all of the parts separate definitely piqued my interest.

It looks great all together like that. The extra armor works. And that head is great![/quote]
Cheers, they were sitting there gathering dust for too long.
[quote=Shortbus]Wicked nice, Sirath.[/quote]
[quote=viney]Clean deadly looking tau Love the Broadside.[/quote]
[quote=Gundam-Mecha]Fantastic work Sirath, I love the interior detailing on that gunship. Really nice use of magnets as well, if there's one thing I love it's detial!

Really like your battlesuits as well!
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Thanks fellas!

[quote=!?]Your painting skill far exceeds many, I do love the work you've done with the Naga/Tarellian auxiliary.

And the Broadside, nice job with the spinning globe circlets on it.[/quote]
I had to work at the painting skills, they really kicked off when was working for GW. Mastering any skill is about passion and hard work.
[quote=Krieger]I feel like I have seen these before...
Did you have some Tau in the cabinet at GW Sylvia park?
Although your probably sick of the 'wow' comments, your work is truly fantastic, that broadside with the gyro is inspired.
Only one little nitpick, I see abit of flash or sprue edge leftover near the neck of the broadside.
What else can we be expecting to see in this army? [/quote]
Lol, never sick of compliments!

You probably saw the FW squad i put in for Golden Demon. They got to the finals but that was it.
The gyro is stolen from the GW website, however i did upgrade their design!
Ha! You are observant, the flash is from a mistake, has been fixed. Cheers.

Well for Feb the plan is to finish;

2 Broadsides + 2 Shield Drones
Fix + Finish the Prototype Naga
1 More Fireknife Crisis Suit
6 Pathfinders

[quote=chaplaingrabthar]I love everything here, and wish I could paint my Tau to even 5% of this standard :( I do think the Lizardman looks too obviously like a WFB model with Tau gubbins stuck to it, if I were nit-picking.[/quote]
No worries, Hopefully the fix will help with this. Any suggestions on how to improve him?

[quote=SPARKEYG]Love your work, well done. I don't care for your head choice but it was well executed. [/quote]
[quote=tzeentchling]Looks great, though I personally don't like the head. It looks way too thin, like the shockwaves from the guns compressed it or something! [/quote]
Well the original heads just did not fit! The 'beards' got in the way of the extra neck armour.

I wanted a head that was almost 'no-frills' - that you get the impression all the $ has gone into the firing of the railguns. What i mean to say; there is no peripheral vision, no added sensors, everything is straight ahead with no added ornamentation.
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Stunning work, as usual. Can't wait to see the gue'vesa painted.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/556620.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/556620.page GMT
The white is very strong and clean which is made very crisp with the contrasting black armour joints. The normal Tau colour looks great for the weapons adding colour and the nice detail of the white stripes look well smart.

The Lizardmen for Kroot look really cool as well. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/556633.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/556633.page GMT
;-)

Cool]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/558271.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/558271.page GMT FW as well? I feel like the nightvision goggles are a little redundant with the visor on the helmet...but great execution, though!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/558690.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/558690.page GMT
Ive had a couple of people say the goggles on the Gue'vesa look 'off'
Here is the same tester without goggles... better or worse?

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I also think the backpack could be more techy, I a way he still seems very imperialistic in a way, I thought tau had cushion-e type materials instead of bedrolls etc? Perhaps not, considering he an auxiliary, but still..?
cheers
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One question - what are you using for the tubes attached to the broadside railguns? I did something similar with greenstuff and it's broken in handling. I was going to replace it with guitar string but I like the look of the tubes better.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/566095.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/566095.page GMT The little tau antenna on his helmet could have stayed though.
I also think the backpack could be more techy, I a way he still seems very imperialistic in a way, I thought tau had cushion-e type materials instead of bedrolls etc? Perhaps not, considering he an auxiliary, but still..?
cheers
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Possibly could be more techy, but i feel the Forgeworld backpacks are too cool not to use.
[quote=typhus]really nice white[/quote]
Thanks mate
[quote=Comrade Amadayeus]Personally? Better, i would think that head-lamp looking thing would act as a heads up scope\goggles, since he IS working with those techy tau.[/quote]
Have to agree, makes them look like special forces.
[quote=Death By Monkeys]Yeah, I liked the Tau antenna on the helmet, too - very characterful.[/quote]
The antenna sounds like a go.
[quote=lambadomy]Really love this army. I just spent the evening re-painting a bunch of tau due to color matching problems and now I'm looking at this and feeling very jealous.

One question - what are you using for the tubes attached to the broadside railguns? I did something similar with greenstuff and it's broken in handling. I was going to replace it with guitar string but I like the look of the tubes better.[/quote]
Thanks dawg,
The Tubes are made from an old computer mouse cord. I find thick guitar strings difficult to bend into proper curves.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569153.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569153.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569513.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569513.page GMT
These are the best white tau I've seen. Very impressive, and your paint scheme has confirmed my suspicion that I lack the skill and the patience to do white tau justice.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569774.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/569774.page GMT love the crisp whites and tans, and the broadside head is ace. The Gue'vesa is looking great, how many are you going to make?
Also, and sorry if this has been asked already, but would you mind sharing how you made the gun on the Naga? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/571657.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/571657.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/572418.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/572418.page GMT
I'm am now inspired to try and start doing heavy conversions...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/572565.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/572565.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/574196.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/574196.page GMT Good, random cables on models work well!

[quote=wiggles]I liked the extra stuff on his helmet. Didn't look too cluttered in my opinion.

These are the best white tau I've seen. Very impressive, and your paint scheme has confirmed my suspicion that I lack the skill and the patience to do white tau justice.[/quote]
I liked them too, was actually a bit suprised when so many ppl said they didnt like the goggles.
Dude, be happy, This white is killing me. Bitten off way more than i can chew.

It will be well worth it when finished, but i have taken to swearing while painting. :-)
[quote=Corndoggy]Hey there, just read through this and your tau are [i]amazing![/i]
love the crisp whites and tans, and the broadside head is ace. The Gue'vesa is looking great, how many are you going to make?
Also, and sorry if this has been asked already, but would you mind sharing how you made the gun on the Naga? [/quote]
Cheers brother, love the kudos, drives me to keep at these white b*stards.

The Gue'vesa are going to be a unit of Ten, counting as FW.

The Naga's gun was stolen from Typhoid_Garry on the Tau WiP forum. You can find the original work [url=http://z11.invisionfree.com/Work_In_Progress/index.php?showtopic=6797&st=30]here[/url]

Mine is slightly different,

It is made from a Plasma Rifle, Cadian Grenade Launcher, Pulse Rifle + Plasticard.

[quote=littlewood93]WOW! Your tau are brilliant the detail you put into the dfish was great and your conversions are all fantastic, i'll deffinatley keep an eye on this thread.[/quote]
Thank You. Glad you enjoy!
[quote=Ghost in the Darkness]I love the original human auxiliaries, i think that the extra stuff on his head makes him look suitably techy and tauish.[/quote]
Cool, I think the unit will have to have a mix of guardsmen with and without the goggles. Should please both camps!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/575658.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/575658.page GMT

R]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/575672.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/575672.page GMT WiP forum. You can find the original work [url=http://z11.invisionfree.com/Work_In_Progress/index.php?showtopic=6797&st=30]here[/url]

Mine is slightly different,

It is made from a Plasma Rifle, Cadian Grenade Launcher, Pulse Rifle + Plasticard. [/quote]

Awesome. thanks!
I may have to nick them at some point...you have been warned
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]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/581043.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/581043.page GMT very crisp clean paint job as allways, and the missiles in mid-fire look even better

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EDIT: Overall, it looks really really good.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/581287.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/581287.page GMT
Great stuff!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582006.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582006.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582405.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582405.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582406.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/582406.page GMT
also, are these the gw jungle plants you were talking about? - http://www.games-workshop.com/gws/catalog/productDetail.jsp?catId=cat200192&prodId=prod1830001&rootCatGameStyle=wh

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I'm really looking for some new options for basing, and this looks *great*]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/583008.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/583008.page GMT very crisp clean paint job as allways, and the missiles in mid-fire look even better

allthough, i think 30mm caseless hampster rounds look better lol[/quote]
Lol, Hampster rounds
[quote=cheapman]Pretty good flame missiles[/quote]
Cheers
[quote=The Bringer]Really good job, but for some reason, to me, the missiles don't look that good. The flames don't look quite right, not that I could do anything close to that quality. It might be how you painted it.

EDIT: Overall, it looks really really good.[/quote]
Yeap, could be better. TBH i struggled to get the plumes to this point without looking too fake.
Reasonably happy with them. Thanks for the opinion ;-)
[quote=tallmantim]They look great - and will look even better when you've put the greenery on the base as the strong green will really offset the white and orange.

Great stuff![/quote]
Good point, the green does bring the white+black together and contrasts the warm colours nicely.

Wonder if i planned it that way!?

;-)

[quote=BloodofOrks]Wow, I love the fire effect on the missiles. Great army.[/quote]
danke!
[quote=Fiendcrackar!]I think maybe the missiles look a little off is because there are no lighting effects on the launcher or the rockets.[/quote]
Wow, that would be cool. I am far too lazy to learn how though. This army is uber time consuming so might leave lighting effect to a future army.

[quote=cerberez]I like your bases a lot! what's that brown stuff you used to make "dirt?" I want to make a similar-looking base, with bits of ruined pillars and statues, maybe.
also, are these the gw jungle plants you were talking about? - http://www.games-workshop.com/gws/catalog/productDetail.jsp?catId=cat200192&prodId=prod1830001&rootCatGameStyle=wh
thanks![/quote]
[quote=cerberez]Do you have problems with the plants falling off/bending?
I'm really looking for some new options for basing, and this looks *great*[/quote]
Hi Cerb,

Those are the jungle plants.
The method goes;
- Smear Putty/Filler onto plastic base, building it up to provide texture + height
- After drying, use a pin vice to drill holes for the jungle plants.
- Paint Scorched Brown
- Drybrush Dark Flesh, Bestial Brown, Graveyard Earth
- Wash of Devlan Mud
- Using tweezers + PVA glue insert jungle plants into drill holes.
- Add some static grass+flock.
- Clean up base edge with Chaos Black.

Done
]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/585575.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/585575.page GMT ), this army is top notch. I love the interior work you did on the devilfish (page one) and how each finished model is unique and packed with detail. If there were a golden daemon category for "army"...

Really inspired stuff.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/587174.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/587174.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593711.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593711.page GMT i was pretty serious about the hampster rounds


[img]http://armorcast.com/store/images/hamster.jpg[/img]

In the grim darkness there is only ....... explosive hampsters!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593719.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593719.page GMT
My paint skills are so crappy (caffine supplied to my veins for years XD). I plan using a black basecoat, then with the armor use scarb red, then red gore, then some 1:1 mix of red gore and skull white for the edges.

My Tau army is as follows

- 12 fire warriors
- 12 fire warriors
- 13 kroot (i don't like kroot, gunna replace them with moar fire warriors)
- 2 XV8 crisis suits (1 in standard fire knife, another with plasma rifle/fusion blaster combo)
- 1 hammerhead tank (Love the tau tanks, so sleek)
- 1 XV8 crisis suit commander (frag-projector, plasma rifle, command and control node)
- 1 Etheral

Getting a Devilfish and some pathfinders next up, along with a broadside

Keep up the great Tau work XD]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593785.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/593785.page GMT [IMG]http://i44.tinypic.com/296kord.jpg[/IMG]
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love the extra detail you put into the suits.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/595086.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/595086.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/595508.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/595508.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596022.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596022.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596074.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596074.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596196.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/596196.page GMT
@Deff Dread - Can't chuck him in unfortunately as he is already been posted up on the interwebs.

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Lovely.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/598149.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/598149.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/598155.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/598155.page GMT That is the job of the black, whereas the tan, red + green are contrast, to add a bit of vibrant colour.

Its a pretty simple pallette.

@Flachzange - Thanks buddy]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610444.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610444.page GMT

Forgive my jealousy]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610922.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610922.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610950.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610950.page GMT nice and clean
the missiles are particularly F'in awesome
nice job keeping your white so smooth and clean...
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Nice real nice!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610975.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/610975.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/611229.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/611229.page GMT

Forgive my jealousy[/quote]
YES! Jealously FTW.
[quote=Ghost in the Darkness]Holy crap those are beautiful, I wish I could paint as well as you can, especially for your whites.[/quote]
Cheers, it is just patience and strong prescription glasses.
[quote=krusty]wow very cool
nice and clean
the missiles are particularly F'in awesome
nice job keeping your white so smooth and clean...
the fire knife almost looks like just molded colored plastic in some of the pics lol[/quote]
Appreciate the kudos, thanks.

[quote=Deff Dread red Edition]Very nice,I have none of your luck appling white paint.So I give you two thumbs up and a,"for the greater good!"
Nice real nice![/quote]
Not sure it is luck, but insanity!
[quote=!?]Some great smoke effects on the missiles.[/quote]
Really!? I thought they were a bit slapdash...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/630193.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/630193.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638067.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638067.page GMT lol.

May I ask how you achieved your white? Any specific paints or combos that got you the very nice white?

One concern is this: how easy would it be to see these guys in the dense green jungles? Any specific fluff why these guys are in a jungle or is it just the cool factor?

Keep up the work. Now I hate you because you are making me want to start a Tau army and a White Scars biker army... darn you!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638410.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638410.page GMT
What is your next model going to be? Tanks? Large sqauds of special drones? Kroot? even a xv22?

Again, i salute you and your cadre of the greater good *Salutes*

-PS- what you think of the tau forge world super heavies? I would KILL to see you paint up a manta XD


]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638426.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638426.page GMT Where do you get these rocket things coming out of the rocket launcher on one of the broadsides.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638792.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638792.page GMT All the extra details really mount up nicely and add a very specialized look to them.

I also have to comment on the smoothness of your white, Its downright fantastic.
Normally whenever I attempt something similar, it comes out mighty chalky, I guess I'm doing something not right...
Great stuff, hope to see more of it around.
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I'm currently working on my Tau army as well. Feel free to take a look in my blog by following the link in my sig.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638841.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638841.page GMT
The conversions and the painting are both top notch.

Usually I'm not a fan of projectiles and explosions etc in minis, but you've pulled off the launching missles very well.

Congrats!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638879.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638879.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638890.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/638890.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639004.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639004.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639927.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639927.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639953.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/639953.page GMT Will do!
[quote=Superscope]I bet you could make awesome stealth suits. Give stealth suits a shot ^_^[/quote]
I do not like Stealth Suits.
I do not like them in a boat, I do not like them in a moat.
I do not like them here nor there, I do not like them anywhere.
[quote=Llamahead]I really like the firing missiles although personally I feel smoke would look more realistic but probably less cool. The insides of the Devilfish are great how did you do that? Is it a kit, a kitbash or an entire scratchbuild?[/quote]
They came with Smoke from Armorcast but I couldn't get the paint scheme right.
[quote=covenant84]Stunning broadsides [/quote]
[quote=Gundam-Mecha]Those broadsides look really great.
The conversions and the painting are both top notch.

Usually I'm not a fan of projectiles and explosions etc in minis, but you've pulled off the launching missles very well.
Congrats![/quote]
[quote=Kagar]Great work on these Tau Models Sirath, it's a very crisp paintjob and I like the colour scheme.
I'm currently working on my Tau army as well. Feel free to take a look in my blog by following the link in my sig.[/quote]
Cheers Guys
[quote=s.j.mccartney]forgive me if I missed the post but...did you ever get that gue'vesa painted up? That model is an inspiration! I'd love to see it with some paint on![/quote]
Not yet, will paint him shortly, just waiting on a few things from Maelstromgames.com
[quote=Shadow Nugz]The white... wow... I need painting skills like yours. Then maybe I wouldn't try and repaint all of my minis every other month lol.

May I ask how you achieved your white? Any specific paints or combos that got you the very nice white?

One concern is this: how easy would it be to see these guys in the dense green jungles? Any specific fluff why these guys are in a jungle or is it just the cool factor?

Keep up the work. Now I hate you because you are making me want to start a Tau army and a White Scars biker army... darn you![/quote]
I have posted The 'How To' paint White earlier in the thread....

You are right about white standing out in jungle. My thinking is that the Tau are so young+inexperienced they have not worked this out. Kinda like the USA in Vietnam, completely out of their depth.
[quote=Superscope]Those broadsides are... beyond words of speech or text...I love the system set on their backs and the one with the missiles being launched are amazing ;3

What is your next model going to be? Tanks? Large sqauds of special drones? Kroot? even a xv22?

Again, i salute you and your cadre of the greater good *Salutes*

-PS- what you think of the tau forge world super heavies? I would KILL to see you paint up a manta XD


[/quote]
If you want to buy me a Manta, I will spend the 6 months painting it!

Next;
Finish off the Naga Prototype
FW Shas'el
Maybe some FW
Nicassar

[quote=goffnob deffsmakka]Realy aweomse tau.
Where do you get these rocket things coming out of the rocket launcher on one of the broadsides.[/quote]
Armorcast.com
[quote=Krieger]great job on those broadsides!
All the extra details really mount up nicely and add a very specialized look to them.

I also have to comment on the smoothness of your white, Its downright fantastic.
Normally whenever I attempt something similar, it comes out mighty chalky, I guess I'm doing something not right...
Great stuff, hope to see more of it around.
[/quote]
Floor Polish smooths out paint beautifully
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First, Absolutely astounding. Not just these but the whole army. So good it both makes me want to give up and inspires me to try to out do it at the same time.

Now to this model. Incredible paint but the antenna bothers me a little.
How do you think the naga would look if the antenna blended into a high tech monocle?
Or maybe some cyber implants on the side of the head?

I know the model is finished and wouldn't dare suggest reworking over the glorious paint. I was wondering about one of the next nagas you do.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/649354.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/649354.page GMT [url=http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/25996-Kroot%2C%20Sirath%2C%20Standard%20Bearer%2C%20Tau%2C%20Third%20Sphere.html][img]http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2009/4/5/25996_sm-Kroot%2C%20Sirath%2C%20Standard%20Bearer%2C%20Tau%2C%20Third%20Sphere.jpg[/img][/url]
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Always admire your clean style, and the various mods on the suits really work well. The Broadside head is one of the more original styles I've seen.

best!
Tael.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/649831.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/649831.page GMT
First this Tau army is amazingly detailed and converted, bravo sir.

Secondly your colour scheme on the Naga actually inspired me to pick up my LIzardmen again and start painting. Shamelessly I am copying your colour scheme because it struck me as brilliant, though I am going with the brownish/yellowish scales you originally had, the black looks...less awesome but still good.

Following this thread excitedly ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650696.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650696.page GMT First, Absolutely astounding. Not just these but the whole army. So good it both makes me want to give up and inspires me to try to out do it at the same time.

Now to this model. Incredible paint but the antenna bothers me a little.
How do you think the naga would look if the antenna blended into a high tech monocle?
Or maybe some cyber implants on the side of the head?

I know the model is finished and wouldn't dare suggest reworking over the glorious paint. I was wondering about one of the next nagas you do.[/quote]
Thanks focusedfire, The Naga is not completely finished. I am actually working on him atm.

He is a prototype so I welcome suggestions + feedback.

The back thingie and cables are not doing for me, so I am working on changing it, will post the WiP shortly.
When you say 'high tech monocle' or 'cyber implants' what are you thinking? Can you expand?

[quote=Shas'El Tael]It's all looking really great Sirath, completely missed your final paint work on the Naga auxiliary, I went a subdued grey and tan belly, which subtly match my Cadre's desert blue markings.

Always admire your clean style, and the various mods on the suits really work well. The Broadside head is one of the more original styles I've seen.

best!
Tael.[/quote]
Cheers Tael and Thanks for the idea for the Naga!
Grey and Tan belly huh? I have not seen that, pics?

Haha, the Broadside head was just on a whim, the original heads did not fit with all the extra armour around the neck.

[quote=Joyous_Oblivion]Ok...a couple things.

First this Tau army is amazingly detailed and converted, bravo sir.

Secondly your colour scheme on the Naga actually inspired me to pick up my LIzardmen again and start painting. Shamelessly I am copying your colour scheme because it struck me as brilliant, though I am going with the brownish/yellowish scales you originally had, the black looks...less awesome but still good.

Following this thread excitedly [/quote]
Do It!
Orange Lizardmen FTW.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650887.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650887.page GMT
The monocle idea was along the lines of a prettier, sleeker, Tau high-tech version of Yarricks or Yriels eye-piece. A high-tech targeter that wraps part way around the skull and blends into the Antenna.

If I may suggest an idea for the cable.

Picture the cable becoming a recoil supression harness/cyber-link for the gun. Have the cable attach to the gun then a smaller cable splits off to go up and into the cybernetic targeter or skull implants.

It difficult to suggest some of the things that I think would be cool because I don't know if the model would hold onto the gun during assault or let it fall to his side on the harness.

Ignore the next if it isn't your style or what your going for with this army.

If you want to add an edge of darkness to the Tau goodness you could go for a neclace of cyber implants that gives just the hint of a Thrall/slave collar that connects to the skull plate. Nothing overt, just a hint of possible mind control. Of course the skull implants could suggest this also.

I hope you like these ideas or that they may be of some inspiration. I'd be nice to think I returned the favor of inspiration in some small part.


Sirath, thank you for sharing this incredible work with us.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650935.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/650935.page GMT
The monocle idea was along the lines of a prettier, sleeker, Tau high-tech version of Yarricks or Yriels eye-piece. A high-tech targeter that wraps part way around the skull and blends into the Antenna.

If I may suggest an idea for the cable.

Picture the cable becoming a recoil supression harness/cyber-link for the gun. Have the cable attach to the gun then a smaller cable splits off to go up and into the cybernetic targeter or skull implants.

It difficult to suggest some of the things that I think would be cool because I don't know if the model would hold onto the gun during assault or let it fall to his side on the harness.

Ignore the next if it isn't your style or what your going for with this army.

If you want to add an edge of darkness to the Tau goodness you could go for a neclace of cyber implants that gives just the hint of a Thrall/slave collar that connects to the skull plate. Nothing overt, just a hint of possible mind control. Of course the skull implants could suggest this also.

I hope you like these ideas or that they may be of some inspiration. I'd be nice to think I returned the favor of inspiration in some small part.


Sirath, thank you for sharing this incredible work with us.[/quote]
Thanks for the tons of ideas mate! Really appreciated

The cybernetics sound like a rocking idea, I will have to experiment!
- Time to raid the bitz box!

As to the the gun, I want to make it self contained, so am steering away from linking him by cable to his gun.

Mind Control eh? Sinister, Tau would never do that....
Im thinking the antenna on his head may fill that role thou!

]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651264.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651264.page GMT Was not at all happy with the original rebreather, looked too clunky.

So here is the 2009 rebreather! Portable, self cleaning, rechargable and connects directly to the lungs!
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Although as already stated the antena on the Naga is a bit weird.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651519.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651519.page GMT
On your fire Warriors Pulse Rifles be Careful that the Yellow/orange color that covers it doesn't get to thick. JUst saw it on some of them. It's not even bad to the point of mostly noticing just me picking out the only critisim I could think of. It might be just the pics too but anyway just wanted to say that.

But the army looks beautiful and I love the Kroot Banner where'd you get that?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651722.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651722.page GMT
You keep this up you may get a lot of commission work. I don't know if thats something you'd be interested in but I bet there are some out there that would pay what your work is worth.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651744.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651744.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651876.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/651876.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653432.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653432.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653444.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653444.page GMT Lookin' good though.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653506.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653506.page GMT Grey and Tan belly huh? I have not seen that, pics? [/quote]

Sirath, here is the current iteration of my Naga, I have since dropped the smurf blue scheme and gone for this more natural style (flaming camera's washed out most of the shading);

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Naga Warrior with Pulse Blaster

You can see the concepts (from back in the day) through to the current style in my gallery now (fun feature that) : http://www.dakkadakka.com/core/gallery-search.jsp?u=13443
I came up with the name 'Naga' based on it meaning snake, for a time The Luong was a contender name for similar reasons. But Naga'la rolls off the tongue more easily.

[i]Fluff tidbit;

This Naga warrior sports the open sighted Pulse Blaster, thermal regulator armor and head crest protection (embedded com-net). Naga with finer freckles tend to make great specialists and often sport the pulse rifles allotted to each la'rua. On that note, Naga place high respect on large markings, so it is pleasing and also unsurprising to them, that a Tau Shas'O rank symbol is an underlined filled circle. Such signs bode well in the eyes of the Naga.[/i]

I'm looking forward to a full squad of the red Naga you've put together, it should look quite dominating.

~ Tael.
[b]Please PM any queries to me, so as not to go OT in Sirath's Blog [/b]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653898.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/653898.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/654008.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/654008.page GMT
Three modelling updates for ya, been a bit busy. Played in the NZ Nationals over Easter, managed to win 1st Overall w. the Eldar.

Have redone the arms for the Prototype Gue'vesa, using arms from the Forgeworld upgrade kit.
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Also chopped in half the metal Cadian standard bearer; excuse the blu tac and the wolf banner [lifted from some old white wolf knights!]
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[i][b][u]Personal Note: [/u][/b][/i]
I am struggling to find Genestealer Heads w. Feeder Tendrils.
Have managed to track down 3 but still need 7 to complete the squad.

If you have any Feeder Tendril heads you would like to sell, please PM me.

Cheers







Anyways;
Really happy with how he is developing; the torso is a stealth suit, trident+net from a Dark Eldar Wych and Robes from a Dark Angels Veteran.
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I really like the the guevesa playing ith his tau gameboy.. very cool. And your gonna paint hem to you excellent standard. Awesome. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/666861.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/666861.page GMT
Are the squid dudes meant to live underwater? How are you going to oxygenate them?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/670623.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/670623.page GMT regards,
-Jason]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/670638.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/670638.page GMT
I really like the the guevesa playing ith his tau gameboy.. very cool. And your gonna paint hem to you excellent standard. Awesome. [/quote]
Thanks dude, there is not alot of literature about the Nicassar. GW released one model - a Battlefleet Gothic ship. The most common thinking is they are octopus/squid type creatures.

I have added to the fluff i have found on the interwebz, will post it next.

Duh, no way it is a Gameboy, its SO a PSP! ;-)

[quote=s.j.mccartney]They are sweet. If I had feeder tendril heads and lived anywhere near NZ i'd give them to you for free. However I don't, so I wont.

Are the squid dudes meant to live underwater? How are you going to oxygenate them?[/quote]
Lame, move closer and buy some genestealers.
Not 100% sure how im going to do the hydration/oxygen packs.


Im open to ideas from the group!

[quote=D3str0y3r]ahhhh cthulhu has managed to manifest his awesome followers to an awesome p&m log AAGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHH, they will consume us all with awesomeness!!!! (jumps out window).
regards,
-Jason[/quote]
Cthulhu eh? Who is that?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678193.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678193.page GMT IG tank accessory sprue and try to make a kinda deep sea divers air tank, but in reverse! So this one gives H2O to the squid dude! You could just model some tubing to cover his gills on his neck!??!

thats my suggestion. But I'm not going to move house or spend money on tyranids. sorry.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678198.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678198.page GMT Is a sentient race of Cephalopods from the ocean world of Sharif.
Situated on the western fringes of the Damocles gulf, 120 Au core ward of the former imperial world of Taros. They display advanced psychic abilities. The Nicassar are driven by an insatiable curiosity to explore and travel. It was this which led them into contact with the Tau, thus becoming an addition to the fledgling empire.

They continue to serve the Greater Good by providing vessels to scout and explore. Their Dhows are very maneuverable but have little interstellar capabilities. As such are often towed by other Tau ships into the warp.
Propulsion is provided by collecting solar winds in the Dhow’s Sails.
(Ref 1.A – Nicassar Dhow)
[img]http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/mediawiki/images/thumb/a/a7/NicassarDhow.jpg/180px-NicassarDhow.jpg[/img]
[u]Homeworld[/u]
Discovered during the Third Sphere Expansion of the Tau Empire, Sharif consists of 80% ocean mass. There are no true continents, but hundreds of chains of volcanic islands.

[u]Technology and Psychic Ability[/u]
The Nicassar are relatively advanced.
A lower level of tech than the Tau, but have explored further due to their sensitivity to the warp. This combined with a wandering instinct to flow with the tide makes the Nicassar a useful ally. Both as scouts and spacefarers. Primarily their psychic power manifests itself in telekinesis. This is used to propel and steer the Dhows and can be used to augment their strength in combat.

[u]Physical Appearance[/u]
While Nicassar are Amphibians, they prefer an aquatic environment to prevent dehydration. In theatres with little or no water the Tau issue hydration packs to their allies.
On Land Nicassar carry themselves upright in a similar manner to most bipeds. Their Lower tentacles are used to move across terrain, while their two upper tentacles are for manipulation of their environment and the use of tools and weapons

[u]Tau Empire Auxiliary[/u]
Once discovered, their entry into the Tau Empire was swift. However, not smooth nor complete. Nicassar have never been concerned with the greater good, oft displaying apathy to the guiding principle of the empire. This has led to conflict with the Ethereal and Fire castes, only the diplomatic skills of the Water caste have prevented a schism. It has been theorized this indifference is a result of the above mentioned wanderlust.

[u]The Future[/u]
The Third Sphere Expansion is in its infancy, as is the Nicassar entry as a client race to the Tau Empire. The future of the relationship is unknown.
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regards,
-Jason]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678782.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/678782.page GMT
Sorry about the update hiatus fellas, been working on my Forgeworld Shas'el and spamming out the remaining Crisis Suits.

No picts at the moment unfortunately. My camera has decided to die, i'm in the process of purchasing a new one. Should be a week or two away.

Dave]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740106.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740106.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740111.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740111.page GMT
I like the fluff! Its like reading something out of Heavy Metal.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740151.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740151.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740186.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740186.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740286.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/740286.page GMT
over and out avach]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/741273.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/741273.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759260.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759260.page GMT FW Shasui? I really liked where that was going.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759542.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759542.page GMT FW Shasui? I really liked where that was going[/quote]
which one is that?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759554.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/759554.page GMT
[quote=Sirath]Shas'ui Conversion finished;
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Back in business, just bought a shiny new Fuji Finepix S2000HD!
Bit of an update bomb over the next few days...so stay tuned.

The Nicassar has progress, bulked out the tentacles, added the weapons.
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Added sinister veins
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With Sea Dragon Cloak
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As you can see, I ransacked a Dark Elf Corsairs kit for bitz


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Also started batch painting the last 4 Crisis Suits + Forgeworld Commander;

Flamers + Burst Cannons
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Airbursting Fragmentation Projector
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Suit Heads
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Just in case you ever write this up for display or for Dakka's Army Profiles, it's "reclamation"
(no "i" after the "a")..]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/760656.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/760656.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/760797.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/760797.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/761041.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/761041.page GMT
Seeing somebody else take an innovative approach at developing little developed races is always fun to watch.

Keep it up!

Cheers,

Dante]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/761152.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/761152.page GMT Hehe, me neither!!! I have the idea to paint him Purple...
[quote=malfred]Sexy stuff.

Just in case you ever write this up for display or for Dakka's Army Profiles, it's "reclamation"
(no "i" after the "a")..[/quote]
Lol, Splell not many weel huh?

Amended, thanks malfred
[quote=Yellow Fever]Great work. Love the colors for the army and the conversions.[/quote]
Cheer Brother
[quote=FlammingGaunt]Battle suits looking good, Nicassar eh I'm not sure what that should look like, maybe more tentacles. [/quote]
Yes, totally agree. Plan on adding extra 'leg' tentacles from the robes

Four tentacles Bad, Six Tentacles Better!

[quote=CMDante]Glad to see this log back on the go again, its one of my favourites.

Seeing somebody else take an innovative approach at developing little developed races is always fun to watch.

Keep it up!

Cheers,

Dante[/quote]
Thanks Dante, Glad you enjoy it.
Been following your work aswell, truly inspiring.


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Finished the second Fireknife suit.
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Also switched out the converted multi trackers. Never did like the converted ones.
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While I was at it, took a couple of picts of my garage
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Opinions? Better?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/771586.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/771586.page GMT
Good stuff all around, really liking that you´re spending time fleshing out the background of the Tau empire.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/771643.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/771643.page GMT [img]http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c72/hobdoglin/Save001102.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c72/hobdoglin/Save111.jpg[/img]

They are crazy inspiring, Have added 'vents' to the suit armour. Also plan to have a Power Klaw toting Nicassar.
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very inspired creations sir!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/783900.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/783900.page GMT
In the meanwhile, been busy with more Nicassar work;

Chests made from Stealth Suits.
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Sea Dragon Cloaks
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Crossbows, Daggers + Banner
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Swords, Horn, etc
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WiP Power Klaw w. integrated Particle Cannon.
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cool stuff]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/786646.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/786646.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/787030.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/787030.page GMT
Awesome.

I cannot WAIT to see a fully assembled unit of these guys. Way to innovate into a dark corner of the 40K universe.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/787322.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/787322.page GMT WYSIWYG, as petelee said, not all have guns.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/791254.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/791254.page GMT I also appreciate the group shots from the previous page. It seems like the pace was really quick at the beginning! Do you have a target date you're aiming to finish by?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/792050.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/792050.page GMT Thanks
[quote=petelee]Oh, man, that is underwater-dance-jam cool. But, if an aquatic species, would they use crossbows? Also, what are they "counting-as" that so few have guns?[/quote]
Dunno, Just seemed 'aquatic' to me! ;-)
[quote=s.j.mccartney]Nicassar for the win!! That squad of 10 will be such a great addition to your army. Great work. GW should pay you money for being a genius.[/quote]
They used to when I worked for them, but no longer strangely...
[quote=krusty]im normally not a fan of tau models, but these look great to me
especially like the paint on the battlesuits...
cool stuff[/quote]
Cheers brother
[quote=FlammingGaunt]Nicassars will destroy everything! Great artwork, and Conversions.[/quote]
Yes! 7 Pt squids with no armour save FTW!
[quote=Savnock]Power-tentacle-fist!

Awesome.
I cannot WAIT to see a fully assembled unit of these guys. Way to innovate into a dark corner of the 40K universe.[/quote]
Thx fella, not everything has to be 'dark + gothic with chipped + weathered armour IMO!
[quote=Werdes]The white is awesome. But im also worried about WYSIWYG, as petelee said, not all have guns.[/quote]
Pfft, 6 out of 10 should play. If I explain to my opponent what they are as I deploy them, should be no issue
[quote=RiTides Nids]Wow, these are great I also appreciate the group shots from the previous page. It seems like the pace was really quick at the beginning! Do you have a target date you're aiming to finish by?[/quote]
Yep, Was really quick, been super busy lately. But I am aiming for the NZ Grand Tournament in September.... its a big ask but I rekon its possible.

Speaking of which.

Finished another unit of Battlesuits. Toting Twin Linked Flamers + a Missile Pod each, most games will suicide by deep strike.
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Im glad there are painters out there that appreciate having their minis looking new![/quote]
Lol, im not sure why EVERYTHING has to be chipped!! ;-)
[quote=jackvolerich]WOW is all I can say the inside of Devil Fish Is awesome with the handles hanging from the ceiling. Plus the grass you used almost looks real. The banners that the infantry have are also really cool as well. Great job.[/quote]
Cheers
[quote=Alexiosis]I cant say i like the posing of the crisis suit shooting both of his flamers at once, but your painting, and overall your army so far is astounding![/quote]
No worries, its not for everyone.
[quote=Llamahead]I'm always a fan of charming debonair space squid starship captains! That twin flamer battlesuit is just pure awesome sauce on a fiery stick I love it! The fire effects look absolutely terrifying any chance of a tutorial. I recently had a go on these myself... My attempt just seemed too flat.....and I'd like to see how somebody who got fire right did it![/quote]
Debonair + sauce and terrifying all in one post... legendary!

The Fire gouts are from armorcast.com, just painted golden yellow-firey orange-blazing orange-blood red. Then a wash of red ink.

Also finished my unit of Firestorm Pattern Crisis Suits - Burst Cannon, Missile Pod + Multi Trackers

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The battlesuit poses are extremely well executed, and the crisp white makes me want to cry ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802597.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802597.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802624.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802624.page GMT
Brilliantly clean painting as usual. Keep up the good work!

Cheers,

Dante]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802638.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/802638.page GMT
Brilliantly clean painting as usual. Keep up the good work!

Cheers,

Dante[/quote]
Cheers Dante, OSL would look good, but im noob at it and am seriously stretched for time. Will have to save it for my next project.

[quote=Llamahead]Beautiful stuff I always like dynamic poses and these really do look like stills from an action movie![/quote]
Lol, naice1
[quote=Flinty]Folding fins. I think the modern helicopter based rocket pods all have folding fins, if I recall my Gunship2000 days correctly

The battlesuit poses are extremely well executed, and the crisp white makes me want to cry [/quote]
U got it! Tx
[quote=Werdes]But how do the fins on the rockets fit in the missilepod?[/quote]

[quote=captain.gordino]That's some really nice painting, especially the fire.[/quote]
It looked a bit rubbish as i painted it, but the testor's dullcoate has brought it together nicely.
[quote=Flachzange]I love the effects and the way they work with your clean army. Awesome stuff mate. It looks perfect[/quote]
Really appreciate it mate

Meanwhile;

Finished Shas'el Shadowstorm - Airbursting Fragmentation Projector, Missile Pod, Flamer, Stimulant Injector, Hard Wired Multi Tracker, Hard Wired Drone Controller + 2 Shield Drones.

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Working on my Hammerhead and the Pathfinders' Dfish;
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[quote=The Power Cosmic]I like how the cables mimic the scalp locks that the bare headed Tau have.
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Wasn't intentional i assure you, just a happy coincidence. ;-)

[i]UPDATE[/i]

Also finished assembling, converting, greenstuffing + adding blood to a unit of 21 Kroot.
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Having a munch
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Mr. Pointy
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Kroot Hounds
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I was going for a Vietnam type feel. All the Tau look hapless and out of place in the jungle, so I want the Kroot to blend in better.
What better than the unit entering a swamp?
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And well done on the rest of the army, of course. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/815313.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/815313.page GMT
Again, fantastic work. Can't wait to see more.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/815335.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/815335.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/817959.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/817959.page GMT [quote=EzeKK]Wow... extremely nice army! [/quote]
Thanks guys
[quote=king88mob]i'm definitely stealing the idea for wading troops for my next army. Nice work. [/quote]
No problemo, go nuts fella.
[quote=Gutteridge]Do you use multiple thin coats to make that white so clean? because it looks awesome![/quote]
Yep,
- 2 Coats of Skull White Spray
- 2 Coats of Morrow White + Floor Polish
- Codex Grey in Armour creases
- Touch up with Morrow+Polish
- Vomit Brown Sept markings

[quote=It]That Shas'el is AMAZING - The pose, the head, the base and its wargear all fit together perfectly to make it look like it's real. And the shield is an awesome shape.
And well done on the rest of the army, of course. [/quote]
Hehe, The shield is direct from Forgeworld so can't take credit for the shape! Appreciate the kudos.
[quote=Sarigar]This is, by far, one of the best Tau armies I've ever seen. Every model looks custom and really exudes the flavor of a Tau army. Great work. I can't wait to see how the Kroot come out. I don't think I've ever seen models positioned like your Kroot. What looks to be a simple conversion will add so much flavor to the unit.
Again, fantastic work. Can't wait to see more.[/quote]
Cheers Cuz, this army has been a labour of love for me. Alot of time and energy [and $] have gone into it. So i'm glad you enjoy it and that I can share it.

I have tried to add minor conversions to each model, not sure where the idea for half-submerged kroot came from...

Still trying to work out how to do their bases thou.
[quote=Dal'yth Dude]Flechette dischargers look like seeker missiles. Did you just add some plasticard for the 'grills'?[/quote]
Exactly right. Bought a Sky Ray as I needed a Hammerhead

- Never buy a Hammerhead Kit people! The Sky Ray Kit costs the same but comes with an extra sprue!!! Stupid GW marketing department. Lol.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/818993.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/818993.page GMT - Never buy a Hammerhead Kit people! The Sky Ray Kit costs the same but comes with an extra sprue!!! Stupid GW marketing department. Lol.[/quote]

Skyray kit still contain the hammerhead turrets?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/819011.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/819011.page GMT

Also, that Shas'el's flamer arm, specifically the shield, is amazing! I hope we can get a tutorial on how to make some of these awesome conversions!

Keep it up!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/819718.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/819718.page GMT Perfect.
Looking at the Kroot made me want to re-do my WIP army from semi-desert to jungle, just to copy you. I'll have to copy those flechettes, as well, if'n you don't mind. The only criticisms I have are that the commander looks a bit busy, you know? And that the AFP looks too large. Wouldn't just the barrel be coming out of t ForgeWorld arm?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/824469.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/824469.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/825039.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/825039.page GMT - Never buy a Hammerhead Kit people! The Sky Ray Kit costs the same but comes with an extra sprue!!! Stupid GW marketing department. Lol.[/quote]

Skyray kit still contain the hammerhead turrets?[/quote]
Yes indeed.
[quote=ShadowRocket]Amazing work! I envy the clean whites! I've been painting White Scar esque marines and keeping the white clean is such a chore. Havent gone the route of basing in white though, havent had the time

Also, that Shas'el's flamer arm, specifically the shield, is amazing! I hope we can get a tutorial on how to make some of these awesome conversions!

Keep it up![/quote]
Cheers, I will tee that up sometime in the future.
[quote=petelee]Exclamations! This is so. . .
Perfect.
Looking at the Kroot made me want to re-do my WIP army from semi-desert to jungle, just to copy you. I'll have to copy those flechettes, as well, if'n you don't mind. The only criticisms I have are that the commander looks a bit busy, you know? And that the AFP looks too large. Wouldn't just the barrel be coming out of t ForgeWorld arm?[/quote]
Go nuts, copy what you like.
The AFP is described as being a prototype, i imagine they have not been able to make a smaller one yet.
[quote=FlammingGaunt]Great idea for kroot, painting as usual unbelievably good. [/quote]
Cheers

Hey, just a quick update.

Been watching watching Austraila thump England in the Ashes while working on these;
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Still very nice work! Inspires me to try harder]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833723.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833723.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833785.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833785.page GMT
Grim.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833977.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833977.page GMT

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Looking very good keep it up!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833986.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/833986.page GMT ');]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/835106.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/835106.page GMT

Also, the streaky pattern on your Kroot hounds reminds me of wood grain, which should look great with your army's basing.

I look forward to your next installment. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/839959.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/839959.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/840647.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/840647.page GMT
I would really like to use it on my 'nids.

Cheers, Vitruvian


ps, those models look frikkin sweet]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/840652.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/840652.page GMT Had a great weekend - Went to Eden Park to watch the All Black victory over the Wallabies, then the English tear thru Austraila at Lords :-)

and I managed to paint some more kroot!
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Awesome ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848392.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848392.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848490.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848490.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848520.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/848520.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/853507.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/853507.page GMT Went to Eden Park to watch the All Black victory over the Wallabies[/quote]

That was a bad game in general, the ref was obviously biased (damn south african!) and the kiwi's could only put points on the board by kicking - low standard if you ask me. Im not annoyed that Australia lost, because we get to keep on of the best coach's in the world!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/853528.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/853528.page GMT
Awesome [/quote]
Just used a hot glue gun
[quote=deadly chicken]nice
[/quote]
[quote=Werdes]Great![/quote]
Thanks
[quote=FlammingGaunt]Great kroot, whats next?[/quote]
See Below
[quote=Gutteridge]
That was a bad game in general, the ref was obviously biased (damn south african!) and the kiwi's could only put points on the board by kicking - low standard if you ask me. Im not annoyed that Australia lost, because we get to keep on of the best coach's in the world![/quote]
Lol, Yeap, it was a scrappy game, not sure what the hell Donald was doing...kicking everytime he touched the ball. Bring back Carter.



[b][u]Update Time[/u][/b]


Converted and Assembled the Human Auxiliaries. These will count as Fire Warriors in game.

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I kitbashed to create 'em - Catachan Boots, Fire Warrior Legs+Pulse Rifle, Cadian Torsos+Arms, S/M Scout Goggles, Forgeworld Cadian Heads w. Rebreathers + Plasticard & Greenstuff



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Standard Bearer - Hacked the metal Cadian Standard bearer from the command box in half & lopped off his head. The bannerpole was plasticard rod, carefully drilled and pinned at both ends. The shield generator from the crisis suit kit was also pinned to the top. The banner is from the old WFB Empire state troops.

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Sarge

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I am particularly happy with this fella. The legs are leaning way forward, he looked silly holding a gun, so I gave him something to schlepp around. Not sure if it is a bomb or demo charge, maybe a powersource or a medkit. But is is made from the barrel of a Cyclonic Ion Blaster from the Crisis Commander kit.

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Vox Operator

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Mr. Cool striking a pose.

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Auspex

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Goggles

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- I made sure the cable to the goggles was stretched flat against the helmet as he had the goggles down in use. :-)

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Rest of the troopers;

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Still very nice! Keep it up!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863487.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863487.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863975.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863975.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863997.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/863997.page GMT
Meanwhile, Have finished off a 21 strong unit of Kroot!

Enjoy ;-)

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Kroot Hounds
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Warriors
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Although I will add, who's laughing now, cricket-boy? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869365.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869365.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869413.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869413.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869688.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/869688.page GMT Will do
[quote=LucasLAD]I love the shoulder guards, I might be stealing that idea![/quote]
Go ahead, I added the White shoulder pads+Vomit brown markings to tie the Terracotta colour with the rest of the Army.

[quote=Cosmic] That's a lovely earthy-red you've painted up there. Nicely done indeed! [/quote]
Cheers, My old boss at GW used it a couple of years ago.
[quote=Tek]I love this army. Gotta say you're inspiring on the conversion and painting fronts.

Although I will add, who's laughing now, cricket-boy? [/quote]
Cheers, Laughing? I am! Im a Kiwi, England thrashed the Shackle-draggers by 115 at Lords. FTW.
[quote=Hans_posthumus]Damn, this is really cool! What are your next models gonna be?[/quote]
Im assembling 15 more Fire Warriors and Painting the Gue'vesa [Humans] over the weekend.
[quote=petelee]Brilliant and amazing to look at, Sirath. I gotta see those Kroot based, though![/quote]
Tru dat, Basing will be done all at once, got a week off in September before the NZ Grand Tourney.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/870616.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/870616.page GMT
I also like how you keep adding Tau tidbits here and there. Thatll make the army look pretty coherent in the end. Overall, Im a big fan of your scheme. Very fitting for Tau]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872130.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872130.page GMT
They are just absolutely amazing! Keep up the good work.

Cheers,

Jack.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872417.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872417.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872548.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/872548.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/873415.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/873415.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/874042.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/874042.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876324.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876324.page GMT FTW.[/quote]

D'oh! I could have sworn your flag was different a week ago though...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876824.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876824.page GMT
I also really like the work on the Kroot, great colour scheme and nice work on the flesh!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876843.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876843.page GMT
I Love the power cables going to the weapons.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876934.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/876934.page GMT
I'm gonna stay loyal to the Emporer for a littlewhile yet.
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Also how dit you get that droowl on the kroot hound? Glue gun perhaps (Sorry for my english vocabulary, I'm dutch.)

Keep it up!
]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/877134.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/877134.page GMT Quick Update - been working through the Gue'vesa;

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...and you know when you hear the awful cliche "A Dog ate my homework" ??

This is much the same event! I had to replace the bannerpole + will have to use Greenstuff to fill in the teeth marks.
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Looking good model wise, The kroot are very well painted, an these Gue'vesa look very promising, I've always loved that conversion for them !]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/890567.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/890567.page GMT
The army is coming together, just played my 6th game with Tau last night and took a bunch of photos, so wrote a report to go with em.

This was a friendly, ‘Mulligan’ game vs David Foster [Username; Midvale]
– Both of us are new to our respective armies, we offered each other advice and there could be takebacks if we fethed up.

Enjoy.


[i]Dave’s Iron Warriors List [CSM][/i]

[b]HQ: [/b]
Chaos Terminator Lord - 2LClaws 130

[b]Elite: [/b]
3x Terminators – PW & H/Flamer, 2 Champions 2LClaws
Land Raider –Dozer Blade, Extra Armour – 375

[b]Troops: [/b]
Chaos Space Marines
10x Chaos Space Marines 2xPlasma Gun, Champion PW, Rhino – 245

Chaos Space Marines
10x Chaos Space Marines 2xFlamers, Champion PF Combi Fl, Rhino – 245

Chaos Space Marines
10x Chaos Space Marines 2xFlamers, Champion PF Combi Fl, Rhino – 245

[b]Heavy Support: [/b]
3x Obliterators - 225 Pts

Vindicator, Daemonic Possession - 145 Pts

Predator, TL Lascannon; H/Bolter Sponsoons - 135 Pts



[i]My Tau List[/i]

1750pts
95 Models
10 Markerlights

[b]HQ[/b]
Shas'el - Airbursting Fragmentation Projector, Missile Pod, Flamer, Stimulant Injector, HW Multi Tracker, HW Drone Controller, 2 Shield Drones
131

[b]Elites[/b]
2 Crisis Suits - 2 Plasma Rifles, 2 Missile Pods, Multi Trackers
124
2 Crisis Suits - 2 Twin Linked Flamers, 2 Missile Pods
86
2 Crisis Suits - 2 Burst Cannons, 2 Missile Pods, Multi Trackers
100

[b]Troops[/b]
11 Fire Warriors
+ Shas'ui - Markerlight, HW Drone Controller, 2 Marker Drones
200

12 Fire Warriors
120
+ Devilfish - 2 Gun Drones, Burst Cannon, Disruption Pod, Flechette Dischargers
95

10 Fire Warriors
100

10 Fire Warriors
100

11 Kroot + 10 Kroot Hounds
137

[b]Fast Attack[/b]
8 Pathfinders
96
+ Devilfish - 2 Gun Drones, Burst Cannon, Marker Beacon, Disruption Pod, Flechette Dischargers
95

[b]Heavy Support[/b]
2 Broadsides - Advanced Stabilsation System, Team Leader w. HW Drone Controller, 2 Shield Drones
195

Hammerhead - Railgun, 2 Burst Cannons, Disruption Pod, Multi Tracker
165






[b]Board Setup; [/b]

[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0004.jpg[/img]

Rolled up Seize Ground with Dawn of War Deployment.
The 5 objectives here;

Dave won the roll for deployment and took the side that had the two obj in it.
A Flamer squad w. Rhino deployed in the Chapel of Sanctuary.

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The push back bubble forced the Tau away from the centre of the table. The Fire Warriors w. 2 Marker Drones set up in the second and third floors of the ruin on the right flank. This gave them great line of sight and position to hold the right most obj.
[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0007.jpg[/img]

The Commander deployed next to a unit of 10 Fire Warriors hunkered in cover.
[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0005.jpg[/img]

The Obliterators and Flamer Crisis Suits were in deepstrike, while my Kroot were to outflank.

[b]First CSM Turn; [/b]

Everything on, booting it 12” forward. The CSM in the Chapel, move+run towards their rhino, ready to jump in next turn. No shooting.
[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0008.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0009.jpg[/img]
[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0010.jpg[/img]

[b]First Tau Turn; [/b]
The Pathfinders hop out of their Devilfish to the top of the Fuel Tower. Battlesuits jump in on the right, with the balance on the left.

[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0011.jpg[/img]
My Commander opens up first with her AFP+Missile Pod – nailing 2 CSM in the Chapel. The Firestorm+Fireknife Crisis Suits manage to both see far enough to the Rhino – Stunning it.

[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0012.jpg[/img]
In a nifty move – the Fire Warriors in Ruins see 30” on their night fight roll. Three Markerlights fire at the Vindicator; one hits. The Hammerhead then uses that hit to see the Vindicator’s side armour, The Railgun shot hits, penetrates and blows it sky-high!

Here is the view from the Markerlight perch – The ruined Falcon is standing in for a crater!

[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0013.jpg[/img]

The Rail Shot;

[img]http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz155/Sirath035/2009_0805Batrep0014.jpg[/img]






[b]Chaos Turn 2; [/b]
The Obliterators arrive – Dave places them very carefully and barring a 12” scatter, they will be golden. They actually scatter 5” closer towards the Broadsides – now well within rapid fire range.

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The two newly arrived Rhinos sweep out to the flank objectives, getting mighty close now. The Pred and Land Raider move only 6” to fire Lascannons. The Pred opens up on the Hammerhead, Hits, Pens, Failed Cover Save, and Blown sky-high! Lol. We are trading tanks now!

The Oblits morph TL Plasma Guns and fire off 6 shots. I take a wound on each of the Broadside Suits and lose a Shield Drone. I’m sweating the Leadership test, but the boys hold true.
The Marine squad in the ruins tries to jump on board the Rhino, I say try cause double ones doesn’t quite get them there… Fail.
I suggested to Dave that TL Meltaguns might be better as they would Insta-Kill a Broadside Suit if they get enough wounds to allocate past the shield drones.

[b]Tau Turn 2; [/b]
The Flamer Suits fail to arrive, but the Kroot arrive from outflank and on the side I need ‘em to

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With the Hammerhead gone, only the Broadsides can scratch the Land Raider, so open up…

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…with the help of Markerlights from the Pathfinders.

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Both hit [Twin Linked, BS5 will do that…]

Before I roll to penetrate; I say a little prayer to Aun’va! Dorky I know, but hey;

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Naice!
Out pops the Lord+Terminators

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Things aren’t so great with the Obliterators – A Devilfish full of Fire Warriors open up but only manage to sneak one wound past the 2+ save.

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The Kroot valiantly charge and cause another wound, but loose to powerfists

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…and flee…

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On the right, not much more goes down; The Crisis Suits manage to stun the rhino again.

[b]Chaos Turn 3; [/b]
The Obliterators stalk forward and use TL Flamers to scorch both the fleeing Kroot and the Broadsides. 5 Kroot die and the rest gap it off the board. The 2+ save of the Suits keep them safe. Meanwhile the Pred Moves up and its Las shot bounces off a Devilfish. The Plas Marine Squad scoots forward and grabs the left obj. The Second Flamer squad on the right also moves up and pops smoke on the right.

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[b]Tau Turn 3; [/b]
The Pathfinders lit up the Obliterators, 24 shots from the Fire Warriors killed one off and the Broadsides just managed to peg the last one.

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The Pathfinder Devilfish transported the second squad of Fire Warriors up the board

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Chaos Turn 4;
The Pred moved forward to get a side armour shot on the Devilfish, but the ruins of Chapel saved it from damage.

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On the right, the Rhino gassed forward, with the Flamer Marines right on the obj my Fire Warriors were holding.

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[b]Tau Turn 4[/b]
The Broadsides snipe the Pred,

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The Flamer Suits arrive, scatter, but using the Marker Beacon reroll and hit!

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These and the rest of my army do their darnedest to poleax the Marine squad in the ruins, they manage to whittle them down to three models.

[b]Chaos Turn 5 [/b]
The Flamer Marines on the right nip into the ruins, they charge my Marker squad. The tough little buggers manage to drag down a CSM in combat before being wiped out after they bolt.

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The Rhino tries to ram the Devilfish, but the skimmer simply jinks
Away
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Dave now holds the Left and Right objectives with full strength squads. The central obj has an immobilized rhino contesting, the Terminators are nearby.

View from Dave’s table edge;

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[b]Tau Turn 5[/b]

This started with about 5 mins of frantic mulling.
I had an idea of what I wanted to do and thought I could pull it off; the question was whether to go now or bank on a turn 6. We got discussing the situation, I thought I could take it 2 – 0 Objectives this turn.
Dave rightly didn’t think this was possible. I did a couple of further pieces of movement in my head and got nowhere, the plan wouldn’t work. Dave actually suggested where he would move and how he saw it. It was way better than my plan.

So I moved a devilfish up to be contesting on the Left; Disembarked the Fire Warriors from the other Fish on the upper Left obj and used the rest of the army to pick off a rhino, a single terminator and the last three CSM from the squad in the Chapel.

Lined up a Move, Run + Jump with the Fireknife Suits to contest the right objective, but chose to hold back in case there was a 6th turn.

Picked off a few marines on the left and their Rhino.

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[b]Turn 6 came up; [/b]
The Terminators stalked back towards the Fire Warriors, but after firing were just out of charge range.

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The Plasma Marines did three casualties, enough for a test, but happily Ld 7 was passed on a 7.

In my 6 the remaining Tau forces picked off the last of the Plasma Squad. The Fireknives, Ran + Jumped to contest the right objective.
With that the game ended;

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[b]Thoughts; [/b]

Dave played really well with his new build; he told me that he concentrated on attacking my Troops, whilst maintaining his own. More importantly he threw his other forces into the fray, happy to lose them
After playing Eldar for two years, my first instinct is overkill everything. When your units are the best part of 200pts and are extremely specialized, they then can be vulnerable to a single Space Marine; you make sure everything dies, urgently and completely. Then rinse and repeat.

Tau seems to have a different doctrine, with so many multiple small units and a lack of close combat ability… The plan seems closer to a holding action before a pounce. T3 Ld7 Fire Warriors cannot hope to hold a midfield objective for any more than a turn.
In this game, I had some super good luck. [Broadsides surviving, then double sixes on the LR] and tactical assistance from Dave. We were both puzzling out our armies.

Cheers

- Would love to hear any feedback + thoughts you have on the above.
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The painted figs look awesome I have to say. Once the entire force is painted you will surely stun your opponents with how nice the figs are painted.

Nice terrain for the game too. Wish the locals here used as much. Seems like they stick to the 25% minimum most the time.

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What colour do you paint the earth on your bases, i think it would go really well with my nids.

Cheers,
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Well, for your tactics, I would have to dearly reccomend using more Devilfish (kitted out as Warfish) for your firewarriors. This allows Fish of Fury attacks on objectives and thats a lot of firepower while keeping the FW safe. Idk if you are going to do this in the future but yeah.

I don't know if i'm in the place to critique the list just b/c it hasn't been asked but i'll go ahead and put it out there, I think you would have benefited from having more Kroot to be able to infiltrate on objectives and giving the IW a hell of a time trying to dig them out.

Sorry if i'm kinda overstepping myself here.

With your analysis of the tau being a "holding action" style army, they are in a sense. I would have to disagree about Tau not doing the Eldar style gun down. I think that Tau are best used to gun down target after target till there are no threats then using Mobile elements for objectives. I think this mainly just because of the markerlight system. With being able to boost the capabilities of taking down a unit, you can SERIOUSLY hurt units. This is their best strength IMHO. Massive firepower to weaken the enemy for a "pounce" in the end.

The only other suggestion would be to use his tactics. Tau have an ungodly amount of anti-transport firepower. Firewarriors can do it (have to be lucky though), Smart Missiles, Missile Pods, Plasma Rifles, Fusion Blasters on Crisis (probably the kings of taking down light armor) and on Piranhas, Broadsides, Hammerheads, Skyrays, Warfish, hell even gundrones doubletapping into the rear armor of a transport can take it out!

Crippling his troops first and using cheap screening units (kroot, pirahnas, empty devilfish) to keep away his big baddies would be the best suggestion I could give.

Great paint log, and I LOVE those Auxiliaries. They look amazing. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/911074.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/911074.page GMT
Finished the Gue'vesa - Update Part 1
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This is one of my favorite threads to follow
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are there any rules for them?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/914438.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/914438.page GMT wd]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/914523.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/914523.page GMT
"Kill them at once, lieutenant. I do not wish any other men to see their superior presence on the battlefield!"

- IG Colonel Black. Later executed for lacking of the faith. He died a hero, fighting aginst the xenos with only hatred for their kind. There were no "Gue'vesa". ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/915489.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/915489.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/915777.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/915777.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916125.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916125.page GMT
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[quote=deadly chicken]sounds kickass.............

are there any rules for them?[/quote]

I know there are rules in an old WD.... I just don't remember which one.... If I find it, I'll re-post. Pretty sure it's before WD 300 in the US.. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916240.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916240.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916352.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916352.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916391.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916391.page GMT
Great work, I had totally forgotten about this project till today.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916547.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/916547.page GMT th earmour with the boots and respirators and such, top notch stuff here

oh and sorry if i offended tau fans in my first words

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Here is Part 2 of the Gue'vesa

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"Arnt you a little short for a Storm Trooper?"

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Stop posting , or someone might break into your house and rob you of all your minis

On a serius note :

Great minis !! I love them , very nice painted ... those bases are OK , but i think you should but more plants tight together , not one here and there , should come out better ...

Gretar]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/917557.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/917557.page GMT IG to me[/quote]
Yep surely are...

Thanks all;

Finished the Pathfinders.

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Keep it up

Gretar]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922256.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922256.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922394.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922394.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922650.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/922650.page GMT bam!!
you take it up a whole new level.
AWESOME..]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/927379.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/927379.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/927517.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/927517.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/941288.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/941288.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/942423.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/942423.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/942600.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/942600.page GMT
Hey, Been furiously painting away, got a 1750pts tourney in two weeks. Will chuck up my list later this week.
Here are the objective markers just been constructed.

Spy Drone
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"Platoon"
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Reporter
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Ethereal Shrine;
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-Made from a couple of Ion Cannons+Sky Ray bitz.
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Like the idea of the platoon and the reporter

Keep up the work and get painting ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956233.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956233.page GMT
That being said, the reporter objective is bloody brilliant. Great idea, and great execution, it seems so obvious (not to downplay it at all) in a wargame but I've never seen anything like it before. It may be shamelessly stolen the next time I do an army worthy of it (I'm not sure orks would really care). Can't wait to see a complete army shot, keep it up.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956335.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956335.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956380.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956380.page GMT
Great job. Wish I could paint that well.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956556.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956556.page GMT WD short stories back in the day when they used a small type font and actually wrote decent length stories. Although I really would have liked to see the cameraman done as well. Great Job on him!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956867.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956867.page GMT de-awesomeness-drated (lack of awesomeness)]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956965.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956965.page GMT I like your ' reporter' might need some stuff on the base to credibilise it.
Keep going ( want to see them painted !)]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956975.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/956975.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957049.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957049.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957123.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957123.page GMT Btw , how did you do that helmet ? Files , hobby knive , drill ? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957283.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957283.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957479.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/957479.page GMT Not sure how interested you guys are in list building, but to me it is a bunch of fun.
Unfortunately due to the time that painting and converting to this level of quality requires I have only squeezed in about 10 games in the last year. The list i'm taking to Fields of Blood [The New Zealand Grand Tournament] is not as refined as I would like. Also in the interests of actually finishing 1750pts I have taken made some concessions.
The Nicassar were the first to go, they will make an appearance in the 2000pt list.
Also I would much prefer a third Heatwave, but went with a crappy Marker Drone. [30pts for a single BS3 Markerlight - Ewww] It was originally tagged to a Fire Warrior Shas'ui but was transfered across to the Fireknife Team Leader for mobility.

So here is the list, feel free to poke holes in it or offer praise for wonderful selections. I would appreciate any insight from Tau players as to gameplay tips - The list is locked in, so no changes.

93 Models
11 Markerlights
5 Scoring Units
1750pts

[b]Hq[/b]
Shas'el - Airbursting Fragmentation Projector, Missile Pod, Flamer, Stimulant Injector, HW Multi Tracker, HW Drone Controller, 2 Shield Drones
131pts
[b]Elites[/b]
2 Crisis Suits "Firestorm" Pattern - 2 Burst Cannons, 2 Missile Pods, Multi Trackers
100pts
2 Crisis Suits "Heatwave" Pattern - 2 Twin-Linked Flamers, 2 Missile Pods
86pts
2 Crisis Suits "Fireknife" Pattern - 2 Plasma Rifles, 2 Missile Pods, Multi Trackers, Team Leader w. HW Drone Controller, 1 Marker Drone
159pts
[b]Troops[/b]
12 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles, Shas'ui w. Markerlight, HW Target Lock
145pts
12 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles, Shas'ui w. Markerlight
140pts
10 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles
+Devilfish - Burst Cannon, 2 Gun Drones, Flechette Dischargers, Disruption Pod
195pts
10 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles
100pts
10 Kroot + 10 Kroot Hounds - Kroot Rifles + Teeth
130pts
[b]Fast Attack[/b]
8 Pathfinders - Pulse Carbines w. Markerlights
+ Devilfish - Marker Beacon, Burst Cannon, 2 Gun Drones, Flechette Dischargers, Disruption Pod
191pts
[b]Heavy Support[/b]
2 Broadside Suits - Twin-Linked Railguns, Smart Missile System, Advanced Stabilisation System, Team Leader w. HW Target Lock, HW Blacksun Filter, HW Drone Controller, 2 Shield Drones
203pts
Hammerhead Gunship - Railgun, 2 Burstcannons, Targetting Array, Target Lock, Multi Tracker, Disruption Pod
170pts

In the next 10 days I have to;

-Finish painting the objective markers -about halfway done now.
-Paint 9 Naga
-Assemble + Paint 15 Fire Warriors
-Base everything
-Create Display Board [optional]
-Paint Three Craters [Still waiting for the Maelstrom Games parcel to arrive!]

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Like the idea of the platoon and the reporter

Keep up the work and get painting [/quote]
[quote=Captain Fabulous]I've been watching this for a while and love the work you do. The white is so clean, and looks great amongst the foliage.

That being said, the reporter objective is bloody brilliant. Great idea, and great execution, it seems so obvious (not to downplay it at all) in a wargame but I've never seen anything like it before. It may be shamelessly stolen the next time I do an army worthy of it (I'm not sure orks would really care). Can't wait to see a complete army shot, keep it up.[/quote]
Cheers Gretar + Fab - The reporter was stolen from WD!

[quote=SargesSquad]Great job on the markers! I'm a big fan of the platoon one... Keep it up! [/quote]
Yeah, just came to me one day - that line in the Robert Redford movie - The Castle - "the only gravestone for soldiers, an upturned rifle, a helmet and some dogtags..."
[quote=Happygrunt]THAT DRONE IS A SPY!

Great job. Wish I could paint that well.[/quote]
Lol, I swear, if I was ever captured as a spy for the CIA, I would tell 'em I was a kiwi, they would so let you go.
[quote=Llamahead]Thats got to have been one of the best WD short stories back in the day when they used a small type font and actually wrote decent length stories. Although I really would have liked to see the cameraman done as well. Great Job on him![/quote]
Yep, WD aint what it used to be... glorified catalog now. I remember the days when Games Designer would say "We changed such and such in the new codex due to... and they would actually explain their thinking and processes. Now it is "OMG this is the bestest codex ever, here is how perfect this army is!!! Buy it today!!!! Pleases!!!!!"
Hehe

[quote=Imperial Monkey]Whole army photo, whole army photo!! We need one soon, or else we will be de-awesomeness-drated (lack of awesomeness)[/quote]
Okay, Okay, will do at the tourney, Haven't finished the Naga or the last of the Fire warriors yet. I'll upload a pic of the finished Spy Drone and Platoon Obj in the next day or so.
[quote=earenciel]Nice objective marker .
I like your ' reporter' might need some stuff on the base to credibilise it.
Keep going ( want to see them painted !)[/quote]
Huh? What do you mean by 'stuff'?
[quote=Sidstyler]That shrine is brilliant, I can imagine you painting the ethereal as if he were a holographic image produced by the base. If I had an ethereal model I'd totally steal that idea.[/quote]
That was the original intent. Paint him all glowy like a Hologram, but time has forced me to paint him as a muted bronze statue.
[quote=Miss Dee]Like from Star Wars "Kill them, Kill them all."[/quote]
"Wipe them out.....all of them..."
[quote=gretar]Btw , how did you do that helmet ? Files , hobby knive , drill ? [/quote]
Dremel for the win.
[quote=Werdes]The reporter is awesome.[/quote]
Cheers
[quote=Miss Dee]Took them a week to send one of my No Quarters.[/quote]
Yeah, I ordered Craters + the Tactical Backpack about a month ago, but they only just got it in stock and sent on the 4th. Im hoping that it arrives before the 17th.
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Unfortunately, I'm not sure that I have the talent or patience for such a project.

Well done and keep up the good work.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/965503.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/965503.page GMT
(your clean Tau versus my messy Nurgle Deamons)]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/966974.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/966974.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/966987.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/966987.page GMT
"Platoon"
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"X24 Spy Drone"
- I wanted to go for a in-progress stealth effect. So had the rippling transformation from the traditional white scheme to jungle camo.
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Nice painting , and i love the transformation on the stealth droid

Keep it up ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971394.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971394.page GMT
QFT, that thing is amazing, great work]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971415.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971415.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971421.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971421.page GMT

Ive been watching this thread for a while now, and still you keep me uber-interested!

Almost makes me want to start Tau...

The phasing Drone is damn impressive. If I was to ever face an army like this on the battlefield.... heh... I might have to resign out of sheer awe and mind-blowingness]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971579.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/971579.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/972905.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/972905.page GMT
and I think I had a killgasm after looking at that drone

at this rate you may be ready for saturday lol]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973060.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973060.page GMT Cheers
[quote=gretar]Dude , EPIC !!

Nice painting , and i love the transformation on the stealth droid

Keep it up [/quote]
Will do
[quote=Vitruvian XVII][quote=gretar]Dude , EPIC !![/quote]

QFT, that thing is amazing, great work[/quote]
Thx
[quote=SargesSquad]Wow... really creative with the stealth drone. Great idea. You work is awesome![/quote]
Appreciate it
[quote=Ramos Asura]Damn gorgeous....


Ive been watching this thread for a while now, and still you keep me uber-interested!

Almost makes me want to start Tau...

The phasing Drone is damn impressive. If I was to ever face an army like this on the battlefield.... heh... I might have to resign out of sheer awe and mind-blowingness[/quote]
Tau are great fun, kinda cartoony, not all nitty gritty like most other armies.
[quote=Metsuri]Great idea on the stealth field, the camo patten is a bit too busy perhaps. Painting is great, I love your clean white, which fits the tau perfectly.[/quote]
Yeah, I camo was my first shot at it. Im happy with the result, pretty quik to do.


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[quote=crazykiwi]looks like your aiming for 1st place and best painted this year eh?

and I think I had a killgasm after looking at that drone

at this rate you may be ready for saturday lol[/quote]
Giving it my best shot!


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Reporter + Camera Drone
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Ethereal Shrine
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Keep it up.... this is a great thread to follow ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973468.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973468.page GMT imho

Nice work on the reporter , that drone looks nice

Keep keeping it up (lol) ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973649.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/973649.page GMT
The different colors on the oxidation make it look real.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975825.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975825.page GMT
Converted the last 9 Naga, just spraying them today;
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Im assuming Kroot

you already get my vote for best looking army

oh well im off to da pub, I may be sum time ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975939.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975939.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975969.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/975969.page GMT
They look so good can't wait to see them painted ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/976017.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/976017.page GMT
Are you planning to do something special with the pack leader, like extra armour or being bigger? You've got some great ideas so far.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/978063.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/978063.page GMT lol seriously i love the reporter
u should make a camera man with bbc written on it now ^^

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Not really digging the shrine TBH, the clash of gold and white is too much for me.

I bow to your mastery ..pic related

[IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v690/kilianjay/P2230054.jpg[/IMG]]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/981534.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/981534.page GMT WOW WOW WOW!!! This is amazing I can't believe how good the color scheme looks and the way you posed that crisis... AMAZING!!! Keep up the great work! ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/985137.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/985137.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/987573.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/987573.page GMT really making me regrest selling those tau of mine

Good stuff

S]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/994304.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/994304.page GMT oh well theres always next year ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995744.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995744.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995756.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995756.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995793.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995793.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995865.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/995865.page GMT
Working on an update, got some great photos from Fields to add, plus working on a tourney report.

...and I just found [url=http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/xv9.htm]these[/url]! OMG - Broadside conversion time again!!!

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Working on an update, got some great photos from Fields to add, plus working on a tourney report.

...and I just found [url=http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/xv9.htm]these[/url]! OMG - Broadside conversion time again!!!

[/quote]

that would be an amazing Battle suit to have in a Tau force O_O i can't wait until it's fully released

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Elliotminorkid ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1037158.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1037158.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1052409.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1052409.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1053944.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1053944.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1054153.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1054153.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1055172.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1055172.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1167695.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1167695.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182358.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182358.page GMT
Simon]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182654.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182654.page GMT Don't see enough Tau players with Kroot I say. A++ job.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182820.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1182820.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1202943.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1202943.page GMT
Been really busy with Cricket, will be back into the diary next year.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205450.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205450.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205560.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205560.page GMT ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205638.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1205638.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1206039.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1206039.page GMT
Hey, the method for white has been posted earlier in this thread.

As to cutting time, white is a bitch to paint quick, the only suggestion I can offer is to have premixed highlight shades in mixing pots, saves time and keeps everything consistent.
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Haha, just joking. Looking forward to it

Cheers,

Jack.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1253151.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1253151.page GMT
Great work so far...
Might I suggest putting a TV screen in the negative space of the cap for the kids in the back? Maybe with Shrek on or something...
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No but seriusly , I hope for an update soon ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1354729.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1354729.page GMT
or maybe its panda's breeded with zombie dogs?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356015.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356015.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356137.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356137.page GMT
awww, dont be sad, im sure he's just looking for a tau tactical display]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356277.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1356277.page GMT Whose idea was the tac display?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360578.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360578.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360604.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360604.page GMT OP then.
Dang.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360869.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360869.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360876.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1360876.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1361556.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1361556.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1361568.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1361568.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1362816.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1362816.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1363002.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1363002.page GMT Tactical Genius.
Need I say more?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1366184.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1366184.page GMT
Got a month to finish up the Naga and Nicassar for Melbourne in Flames.
So back in business.

Naga WiP
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Naga "Hounds"
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but this is awesome stuff!!!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371323.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371323.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371393.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371393.page GMT 40K thats far too harsh are you planning to give them tech weapons and a similiar style?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371737.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1371737.page GMT HE LIVES!!!!!!
but this is awesome stuff!!![/quote]
Haha, yeah still alive.
[quote=Tim the Biovore]Hah, Skinks as hounds! I don't know how but you degraded them even more. (Note: If there are any Skinks reading this, I do not mean to offend)[/quote]
Indeed.
[quote=Llamahead]Interesting idea of the Skinks as Hounds......Part of me thinks it takes the Fantasy Lizardmen analogue thing too far although with all of the fantasy analogues in 40K thats far too harsh are you planning to give them tech weapons and a similiar style?[/quote]
Thanks, I was kicking around ideas for which models to use as Naga Hounds. Skinks just seemed the best and easiest. Not planning on giving them anything as they are just hounds. But if you have a kick ass suggestion...

Cheers]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372266.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372266.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372288.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372288.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372321.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372321.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372425.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372425.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372435.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372435.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372509.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372509.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372686.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1372686.page GMT
By the way, have you finished the little screen in the transport?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1373682.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1373682.page GMT Great to see you back! Loving the idea of Skinks as 'Hounds', but I have to agree with Aduro, Handweapons would probably make more sense that Javelins.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1374735.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1374735.page GMT Yeah, saw that...!
[quote=Aduro]I would do hand weapons rather than javelins on the "Hounds". And of course get those guys on some round bases![/quote]
I like the Javelins, the hand weapons are too small.
[quote=Munch Munch!]Finally! An update! Looking very cool![/quote]
[quote=Hits_the_spot]Still loving the concept and the painting, great work, keep it up, cant wait to see more.[/quote]
Sweet
[quote=Qualude]I absolutely love it. How in the name of god did you make those guns?[/quote]
The Naga? Combination of Plasticard + Plasma Rifle + IG Grenade Launcher + Pulse Rifle
[quote=Frenzied Potato]Inspirational work keep it up. Very few people seem to pull a crisp white with the Tau. [/quote]
Guess thats part of the challenge eh?
[quote=WillFrost]Horray, You returned to finish the stuff you started.

By the way, have you finished the little screen in the transport?[/quote]
Nah, not gonna happen, too lazy.
[quote=Disjointed Entity]He returns!
Great to see you back! Loving the idea of Skinks as 'Hounds', but I have to agree with Aduro, Handweapons would probably make more sense that Javelins.[/quote]
Thanks, is dont see them as Javelins, bt rather cut-down spears to tie in with the Naga spears.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1375957.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1375957.page GMT
This is one of the best Painting blogs I've ever viewed on dakka. Thank you for sharing such great work.

BTW: where's the group shot in regards to the GT? ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1376200.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1376200.page GMT

No more looooonngg breaks like this for we will find you and make you suffer!!! ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1386743.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1386743.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1388104.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1388104.page GMT
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Great work tho', i love it all!!!!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1428699.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1428699.page GMT [quote=WillFrost]Horay!!! Updates
Nice work [/quote]
Thanks guys

[quote=Vitruvian XVII]How do you do your bases Sirath?

Great work tho', i love it all!!!![/quote]

The method for the bases is;

Polly Filler spread over a blank base for texture
Once Dry, Use a Pin Vice to drill holes for the Jungle Plants
Paint Scorched Brown
Drybrush Beastial Brown
Drybrush Graveyard Earth
Pin the model to the base
PVA the plants into the holes
Add static grass + clump foliage
Paint Chaos Black around the rim of the base.

Cheers]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1431862.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1431862.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433476.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433476.page GMT FW ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433929.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433929.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433960.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1433960.page GMT
The rest of the Naga should be finished + up tomorrow night...

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Great to see something new. But I'm disappointed to hear you never did the silly little screen for the devilfish. Woulda been too funny.

naga are awesome and don't listen to them, javelins are sweet. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1446960.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1446960.page GMT
Cricket over the summer really halted this army. But i'm back into it.
Finished to 1500pts. [It only took two years!] Just returned to NZ from Australia where I took out 1st Overall at Melbourne in Flames.

Here are some quickfire pictures. Will arrange to take some better ones in a bit.

Enjoy.

Broadsides w. Advanced Stabilisation Gyros
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Gue'vesa kitbash - Fire Warrior Legs + Pulse Rifles, Cadian Torsos + Arms, Catachan Boots, Forge World Rebreather Heads, SM Scout Sniper Goggles, Greenstuff + Plasticard
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Railhead
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Jumping Fireknife Suits
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Heatwave Suits
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Brand Spanking New Piranha [It hit twice all tournament - Go Targetting Array!]
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Objectives - Shrine, Stealth Drone, Reporter + "Platoon"
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Fire Warriors + DFish w. Interior
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Pathfinders + DFish w. Marker Beacon
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Naga + Skink 'Hounds'
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mine are a nice red for Farsight but yours looks amazing! great job with the painting ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1485136.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1485136.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1485228.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1485228.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486079.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486079.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486190.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486190.page GMT Reminds me very much of my own, but with some nice touch ups.

I hope you don't mind me picking up some of your ideas.^^]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486710.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1486710.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1489294.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1489294.page GMT
Hey All, I have been told to write a report on how one little Kiwi took on 132 Aussies and won.

My sister moved to Melbourne about six months ago, so it was a good opportunity to get visit her, play toy soldiers and get free accomodation
I pulled an all nighter on Tuesday to finish the army and arrived in Australia on Weds. Did all the touristy stuff over the week.

Saturday rolled around and arrived at Phoenix Park with the following;

[b]HQ[/b]
Shas'el - Airbursting Fragmentation Projector, Missile Pod, Flamer, Stimulant Injector, Hard Wired Multi Tracker, Hard Wired Drone Controller + 2 Shield Drones
131

[b]Elites[/b]
2 Crisis Suits - 2 Plasma Rifles, 2 Missile Pods + Multi Trackers
124

2 Crisis Suits - 2 Plasma Rifles, 2 Missile Pods + Multi Trackers
124

2 Crisis Suits - 2 Twin Linked Flamers + 2 Fusion Blasters
86

[b]Troops[/b]
9 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles
90

8 Fire Warriors - Pulse Rifles
80
Devilfish - Disruption Pod
85

10 Kroot
5 Kroot Hounds
100

10 Kroot
5 Kroot Hounds
100

[b]Fast Attack[/b]
5 Pathfinders
60
Devilfish - Disruption Pod
85

Piranha - Fusion Blaster + Targetting Array
70

[b]Heavy Support[/b]
2 Broadside Suits - Advanced Stabilisation Systems, Team Leader, Hard Wired Target Lock, Hard Wired Drone Controller + 2 Shield Drones
200

Hammerhead - Railgun, 2 Burst Cannons, Disruption Pod, Multi Tracker
165

75 Models
1500pts Total

With other commitments, I had found time for only a single practice game with this army. So was going in way undercooked.

The breakdown of the 300pt total;

120pts for Battle Scoring
- 15 for a Win, 10 for Draw + 5 for a Loss

o +1 for breaking your opponent’s army
o +1 for achieving more Kill Points than your opponent
o +1 for destroying your opponent’s highest pointed HQ unit
o +1 for destroying your opponent’s highest pointed non-HQ unit
o +1 for having a scoring unit in your opponents deployment zone

60pts for Army Composition

60pts for Sportmanship

30pts for Painting

30pt for Army List + Theme



Met up with some familiar faces and then got stuck into round 1:





[i]Round 1[/i]
[b]Mission:[/b] Let the Galaxy Burn - All area terrain is either on fire [dangerous] or smoking [+1 cover save] Also it is all LOS blocking ala 4th edition.
[b]Deployment:[/b]Spearhead
[b]Opponent:[/b]Frank Stewart

[b]List:[/b]Chaos Space Marines

Typhus

4 Nurgle Terminators

Land Raider w. Daemonic Possesion

7 Plague Marines on Foot
7 Plague Marines in Rhino
7 Plague Marines in Rhino

Defiler


I won the roll and deployed first, trying to get as much clear LOS as possible, while forcing the Death Guard vehicles to move through terrain if they wanted the direct line to my army.
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We had three objectives, two of which were infiltrated onto by a kroot unit. They held these from start to finish, not doing a single thing all game.
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My first shooting phase was so-so just destroying a rhino. The Land Raider was hit by three Railguns, but ignores shaken + stunned so nada.

Frank had the worst possible start with the Land Raider clipping terrain and immobilising itself. Typhus and his boys they had the hard slog across the table.
The Second Rhino made a beeline for an objective held by kroot. The defiler fleeted.

The Piranha scoots forward and promptly misses the rhino. The Hammerhead aces it thou.
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The Broadside make quick work of the Defiler
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Typhus and 4 Terminators are now in the middle of the table outside cover. The balance of Tau firepower wipes them from the board.

Death Guard disembark and charge the piranha, stunning it. Lascannons and Plasma bounce off the Hammerhead.
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The Heatwave suits deep strike in, flaming plague marines. Fire Warriors and suit chip in to reduce the squad to three. I use detached Gun Drones to form a fence so the powerfist cannot reach the broadsides.
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The next couple of turns sees the Heatwaves destroyed in assault, Land Raider destroyed and the last 15 odd plague marines systematically wiped out.
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And the Tau pouncing on the last objective
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It was a harsh game and very one sided, but Frank took it like a champ.

[b]Result:[/b] Tau Victory - 20pts]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491150.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491150.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491197.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491197.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491314.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491314.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491751.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491751.page GMT
I'm not criticising you in any way, this is just an observation; but you seem to hold an opposite view on everything I say.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491835.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491835.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491869.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491869.page GMT [b]Mission:[/b] Saving Ryan’s Privates - Seize Ground with 4 objectives, Each player then chooses one of the objectives as his opponent’s Private Ryan.
Each Ryan is worth three objectives and can be moved by scoring units.
[b]Deployment:[/b] Pitched Battle
[b]Opponent:[/b] Andrew Toms

[b]List:[/b] Dark Eldar

Archon on Jetbike
Dracon with Incubi/Warrior + Drazhar retinue

Wyches + Raider
Warp Beast Pack

Warrior Squad + Raider
Warrior Squad + Raider
Warrior Squad + Raider
Warrior Squad + Raider

Ravager
Ravager
Talos

I played NZ Nationals over Easter using Dark Eldar so felt confident I could tackle Andrews' army.

We secretly chose each other Ryan's hiding spot, I chose the far right objective with very little cover nearby.

I won the first turn and deployed overlooking two objectives. Andrew placed his entire army in reserve. My Kroot infiltrated onto the huge ruined landing pad to check an objective. The Naga outflanked.
The Pathfinders used their scout move to check another. Neither of these were my Ryan.
A Dfish nipped over to the far right objective. Ryan popped out. So we both had chosen the same place.
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With no enemy, my first and second turns were moving and running Kroot downstairs. The Heatwave suits helpfully did not arrive.
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The Dark Eldar arrived, Archon + Dracon boosting 24" and the ravagers laying into the Fire Warriors escorting Ryan. I judiciously went to ground to keep the squad from being wiped out.

My Heatwaves DS in behind the Dracon's Raider, scattered but the Marker Beacon Re-Roll set them right.
I chose to ignore the Archon this turn as he cannot multicharge so is limited to only munching a single squad next turn. I made sure this would not be my pinned fire warriors by surrounding them with Devilfish + Drones

The Pathfinders lit up the Dracon's ride, two broadsides later they were huddled in smoking crater.
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The Kroot lined up a charge on the survivors, but not before the Heatwaves + remaining fire warriors chipped out 3 warriors, 2 Incubi and a wound on Drazhar and the Dracon.
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The Fireknife Suits stunned a Ravager while the Hammerhead wrecked a troop raider.

The Kroot charged through cover and took five casualties to Drazhar and one more from the Dracon. With three wounds between them I had to wipe them out to win. Andrew's dice deserted him and I D6'd it back into the ruins.

More Dark Eldar arrived to search the landing pad objective. The other ravager chipped the Kroot down and they decided that they had done enough this game, fleeing off the board.
Andrew boosts the Wych Raider forward 24" to pounce on my line next turn.
The Archon picked on two Fireknife suit and shocker! Killed Tau in combat!:-)

Both Ravagers fall to Railguns, while the Heatwaves roast a warrior squad. The pathfinders help the other Fireknife squad to immobilize the Wych Raider.
This in turn wrecks it and pins the Wyches.
The Naga then arrive and charge the archon. 45 attacks inflict 14 wounds. Rolling one at a time, Andrew manages 11 before his shadow field gives out.

The lazy Talos remembers to arrive and really is too late+slow to affect the battle.
A raider squad gaps it to check the leftmost obj. No luck. It’s looking pretty dire for the Dark Eldar, the Wyches are shot to ribbons next turn and the last of the warriors expire.



Andrew took it really well, we had a chat afterwards and discussed how putting everything in reserve allowed me to deal with his army piecemeal.

[b]Result:[/b] Tau Victory - 20pts]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491880.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491880.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491939.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1491939.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1493691.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1493691.page GMT [b]Mission:[/b] - Choose your opponent's two objectives. [Kill points, hold home obj, capture enemy’s home obj, capture small obj + break the enemy]
[b]Deployment:[/b] Spearhead
[b]Opponent:[/b] Daniel Galanis
[b]List:[/b] Orks

Mek - Kustom Forcefield + Burna
Mek - Shokk Attack Gun

8 Tankbustas
12 Lootas

20 Boys + Nob w. Klaw
20 Boys + Nob w. Klaw
12 Boyz + Nob w. Klaw in a Trukk
Deff Dread
Deff Dread

Battlewagon w. 5 Big Shoots
3 Kannons
3 Lobbas

I asked Daniel to capture my home obj as his primary obj and break my army as his secondary. This was a mistake in retrospect.
He had me capture his home obj and capture more small objectives than him.

I won first turn and deployed, I decided not to try for his home obj as it was deep in his quarter. But instead capture small objectives. The kroot+naga infiltrated in the adjacent quarters.
My shooting was a mixed bag due to Nightfight, The broadsides aced a Deff Dread and that was it.
I swung out into the shorter table edge with the Dfish and crisis suits to support the Kroot.

Daniels deployment was pretty standard, Battlewagon in the centre and everyone huddled around the KFF. The Trukk boys were in reserve.
In the Ork turn, they moved up and ran. Daniel mentioned that while Tankbustas are in a transport they do not have to shoot the closest vehicle. News to both me and the Fireknife suits in the open that took two rokkits to the face. :-)

The broadsides + pathfinders teamed up to kill the nearest dread. They reduced the cover save to 6+, but of course Daniel made the same!
The Shas'el then got stupid lucky and penetrated a dread, skipped the Coversave and wrecked it.
Suicide Piranha missed his melta shot on the battlewagon. The Hammerhead didn't and inflicted an immobilize result.

I got a bit ahead of myself and tried for a more kills. Disembarking the firewarriors they killed a few boys, but were now very close to the rampaging orks. I had the Dfish out in front, but that didn’t help when the Kannons blew one sky-high.
This allowed a waaagh multicharge and bad news for T3 troops. The Klaw wrecked the other Dfish, but the Fire Warriors made some amazing armour saves and held.
My pathfinders were reduced to one model by the Lobbas, while the Kannons stunned the hammerhead.
The Shokk Attack Gun hit the broadsides but Dan rolled up strength 3, which failed to wound.
The Lootas rolled up 3 shots each and popped the commander's drones, with FNP the only thing keeping her on one wound. The Tankbustas then finished her off for a bonus point.
The Trukk boys arrived from reserve and suicide onto the Kroot in cover.

I took a breath and worked out how badly my aggression had cost me. I had thrown away a perfect opportunity to play the way I had for the first two games; trading space for time and forcing 1,500pts of Tau onto piecemeal bits of the enemy.
Working out that I was also being badly out shot by Orks, I turned my attention to bonus points. The General and the Most Expensive unit [lootas]

The squad in combat had the KFF Big Mek, who was Dan's general. So I threw the other squad of fire warriors, a pair of Fireknives and the remaining Kroot into the furball.
Over about 4 combat rounds they managed to chip down and kill the squad + Mek after the Fireknives were Power Klaw

The Heatwaves arrived next to the backfield position of the Lootas frying 4. Down to eight they passed their leadership 8 test.
Next Ork turn The Kannons kill a Suit and the other bolts off the board.

Meanwhile the other 20 Ork mob cleaned up the naga squad.
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Both of our turns 5 + 6 + 7 go by really quick with only the Broadsides and Hammerhead remaining.

My 5, I kill three Lootas, Dan passes a LD 7 test.
Dan's 5 he tries to kill the broadsides. I pass a bunch of 2+ saves

My 6, I kill two Lootas, Dan passes a LD 7 test.
Dan's 6 he tries to kill the broadsides. I pass a bunch of 2+ saves

My 7, I kill one loota, Dan passes a LD 7 test. So 1 Loota survives and I miss out a bonus point! :cry:
Dan's 7 he tries to kill the broadsides. I pass a bunch of 2+ saves

[b]Result:[/b] Tau Loss - 7pts]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1501232.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1501232.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1501326.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1501326.page GMT
News to me too - I'd be interested to know how he (or anyone) would come to that conclusion...]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502067.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502067.page GMT It's nice to see the whole army.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502195.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502195.page GMT .

Tankbustas does indeed need to target tanks when in transports, I have no idea how your opponent came to the conclusion that they don't. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502277.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502277.page GMT http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502296.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502296.page GMT LOS in some way?

Great job with both army and tournament!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502425.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/220201/1502425.page GMT




[i]Round 4[/i]
[b]Mission:[/b] - Choose two objectives and place them in a sealed envelope [Kill points, hold home obj, Assassinate, capture enemy’s home obj, capture small obj + break the enemy]
[b]Deployment:[/b] Pitched Battle
[b]Opponent:[/b] Ian Hutchinson
[b]List:[/b] Tyranids

Flying Tyrant
3 Zoanthropes
2 Lictors
10 Genestealers
10 Genestealers
20 Outflanking Hormogaunts
6 Deepstriking Ripper bases
20 Termigants w. Devourers
7 Ravenors

This was my first game versus the new Tyranids. I had read a little of the new codex, which seems to be a collection of two types of units; Shit and Brilliant.
[Seriously - Pyrovores? "Ooh lets give them heavy flamers and Power Weapons. We will sell oodles of them!" - GW]

As far as I could see, Ian had the perfect nid army to bust up Tau. They Flyrant was not only scary and going to assault turn two, but gave the Hormogaunts outflank and +1 to reserve rolls.
The table had a huge piece of LOS blocking terrain, which forces me to deploy to the left side. Perfect for 2 units of outflanking genestealers + the hormogaunts. This combined with 2 deepstriking units and the speedy ravenors equalled; problem.
If Ian played it right, I would have a single shooting phase to kill every model in his army before he swamped my Tau.

I chose to make my primary objective Assassinate and secondary Break the Enemy. [I figured that; They were both bonus points, if Ian wanted to hide 220pts of flying MC he was more than welcome, I wanted to use my troops units aggressively and finally it was going to be a massacre either way.]

So I decided to plan as best I could for the outflankers. The two DFish went empty and 7" away from the left edge. My turn two they were going to block about 14" of that edge and force the nids to come around.
Perhaps the stealers would rend one but 6's followed by 6's is not perfect.
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Ian's deploying was a little strange, I had a chat later, he was one 3 or 4 games into using this army so made a few mistakes.
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Chief of which was to place the Zoanthropes hanging out in the breeze directly across from my entire army. The genestealers choose to outflank and the Hormogaunts were deployed normally.

I won the roll and deployed the kroot in a conga line to ensure the 'stealers could not park in the central building.

My first turn was the kroot running directly away from the nids and the entire army blasting the Zoanthropes. It then occured to me to ask how many Synapse creatures there were? Just the Flyrant left. Brilliant

Ian's first turn was pretty tame, with the nids running forward to hide behind the central building.
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The genestealers however were all bunched up in perfect pie formation. The Pathfinders came up trumps and gave the Hammerhead BS5 and removed their coversave. 9 'stealers dead.
The Shas'el targetted the Devourer gaunts, but the AFP scattered behind the building and roasted 9 hormogaunts.
My Naga become "operation: lizard shield." Stretched out in another conga line to prevent the Flyrant from charging anything juicy.
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Everything else chipped out a few devourer gaunts.

The rippers arrived, scattering a massive 11" to the top of the central building.

The Flyrant had a bad day, losing a wound landing in terrain then another to perils of the warp. But butcher'd the kroot.

Stuck in no-mans' land with two wounds he ate two railguns.

With no synapse left it went badly for the rest of the nids. The Ravenors were forced to charge out of cover and into the swift moving piranha. Which then flitted away and 7 ravenors were lined up firing squad style.[url=http://www.dakkadakka.com/gallery/97957-.html]

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The Kroot charged the rippers and hormogaunts. It is incredibly stupid Lictors can no longer charge. Ian's popped out of cover and shot a pathfinder. Wow.

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So ended the game, Ian had 10 genestealers left. Problem was he came at me piecemeal which was a perfect way to lose a unit at a time to 1,500pts worth of shooting a turn.

[b]Result:[/b] Tau Victory - 20pts
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Will post a full army shot when I get the last round done.

[i]Round 5[/i]
[b]Mission:[/b] It's Getting Cold Out There - Two objectives along the centre line, both modify their worth at the end throughout the game.
[b]Deployment:[/b] Pitched Battle
[b]Opponent:[/b] Luke Houston
[b]List:[/b] Imperial Guard

Creed in Command Squad w. Mortar + Master of Pie Plate

Platoon Command w. Heavy Flamer
Infantry Squad w. Meltagun
Infantry Squad w. Meltagun
Heavy Weapon Team - 3 Heavy Bolters
Heavy Weapon Team - 3 Missile Launchers
10 Veterans w. 3 Plasma Guns + Demolitions
+ Chimera
10 Veterans w. 3 Meltaguns
+ Chimera

8 Rough Riders w. 2 Meltaguns
Hellhound
Valkyrie

Demolisher w. Heavy Bolter.


The table had some really goofy pipe terrain, so resulted in almost no area terrain, but a good amount of LOS blocking stuff.
I won first turn and took it. Not keen on the Valkyrie alpha strike.
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Deploying across the centre.
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I had seen Luke's army on the interwebs and what thrilled to finally met him.
Every model is converted with clean, crisp paintjobs. And if anything I appreciate time expended more than anything in army creation.

Unfortunately, fluff has its price. I felt this was a really soft Guard army, so planned to get another 20pts.
With the objectives dead centre and a lack of coversaves, I could use my Skimmers for coversave, while my mobility would strip the guard of theirs.
After Luke set up, I was confident. Maybe arrogant, so of course Luke rolls a six and takes first turn.

The Valk zipped round, shot the crap out of the Naga, clipping the pathfinders.
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The Chimeras helped out and both units fled off the board.
While the Hellhound roasted half a squad of Fire Warriors. I was stupid-happy when they stuck around on LD 7.
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The Missile Launchers bounced off the Hammerhead and the Demolisher was out of range on the Broadsides.

On the backfoot, I was now in catchup mode. I had to down the Valkyrie, so of course the Hammerhead missed. The Broadsides were busy with the Hellhound managing to immobilise it.
The Fire warriors piled onto the Pathfinders' bus and zipped forward.
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My Fireknive suits shot up the Valk, but only managed a single glance. The Shas'el got lucky and did the business with a pen.
I mentioned the Platoon command needed to take a test.

Luke thought this was hilarious.

"What's a [i]Punning[/i] Test Mate?"

Smartass failed it too... Serves him right.


The Rough Riders arrived from Reserve, moving up with the Demolitions Veteran in their Chimera. The Demolisher moved forward and took a pop at my Broadsides, bt scattered off.
The Hellhound shot at the Dfish, clipping 8 kroot hiding behind pipes. Luckily they held. The Missile Launchers managed to stun the other Dfish.

My Heatwaves arrived to give me more much needed anti tank. The Chimeras had to go this round and the Demolisher was getting closer and closer to my Crisis suits in the mid-field.
The broadsides strafed sideways and got clean shot on the Tank, One round got through and blew the Demolisher it into small pieces.
My Hammerhead missed one chimera, while both the Heatwaves and Piranha failed mucho-spectacularrrr.

The Fireknives learnt from last shooting phase, ignoring AV12 tanks and busting up the missile launcher squad. Instant death really hurts outside cover.
The Kroot then charged the other infantry squad and destroyed them. They then picket lined it to protect the Crisis suits from assault.

Luke gunned forward the chimera, offloading the plas vets. The Demo charge and all 6 plas shots hit, wounded and decimated a fireknife unit.
The other chimera pulled a 180 after moving 12" The Melta vets managed to destroy the burst cannon and stun the Dfish.
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The heavy bolters reduced the kroot to 6 models, which allowed the Rough Riders space to fleet within charge range of the Shas'el. The Drones perished, with the Shas'el taking two wounds. She fled but managed to outrun her oponents.


The second devilfish offloaded its firewarriors. They lined up the Veterans, killing about 5. The last 6 kroot charged, losing 4 of their number, but wiping out the last of the vets.
The last two desperately hid behind cover.
My Piranha finally hit something! Stunning the Plas Chimera. The Heatwaves jumped to an inch away from the Hellhound. Both hit and the oversized zippo became another crater.


The Shas'el rallied and was keen for revenge, the Rough Riders took AFP + Flamer kills and fled. The last of the Fireknives killed off the Heavy Bolter squad in one round.
While the other Firewarrior squad and the Hammerhead butchered the Melta vets, the Broadsides shot their Chimera in the ass.

Luke had very little left, he used the Platoon command to nab a bonus point, by running into my deployment zone. The second infantry squad ran up to claim the left objective.

My piranha and heatwaves killed the plas chimera. The Dfish tankshocked the infantry squad off the left objective, while the Fire Warriors took it.
The last two kroot, nipped into Luke's deployment zone.

[b]Result:[/b] Tau Victory - 19pts

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"What's a [i]Punning[/i] Test Mate?"

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