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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 18:27:22


Post by: JeffyP


Hi, everyone:

Starting a new blog to keep track of my work and share it with all of you! Please let me know what you think. I'll mainly be showing off Warhammer 40k Chaos Marines and Daemons but I've also recently gotten into X-Wing (Imperials!) and am just now starting a Warmachine army (Retribution of Scyrah). You're feedback means a lot to me. Anyway, here we go!

The Armies:
The Wild Crusade (Nurgle CSM and Daemons)
The Dark Wolves (Chaos Space Wolves)
Necrons
Orks

Also some Space Marines, Xwing, and Warmachine sprinkled in here and there. Enjoy!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 18:31:01


Post by: JeffyP


My 40k Chaos Marine army is mostly nurgle but also has a medieval theme.

First up is a Heldrake I started back in 2013. He's done now but wanted to show some WIP pictures. I like the actual model but wanted something that would fit the medieval theme a bit better. After all, the Heldrake is a dragon (sort of)!

To build this, I combined parts from the Maulerfiend, WHFB Dark Elves Dragon, WHFB Zombie Dragon, and a lot of green stuff.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 18:37:30


Post by: JeffyP


...and here he is all finished up!

The Baleflamer is (was?) such a powerful attack that I wanted to represent it on the board. What better way than an undead, nurgley dragon spewing a stream of corruption down on his foes?

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 19:33:28


Post by: GiraffeX


Wow that Heldrake is wonderful.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 19:54:30


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks!

Here he is swooping around at the FLGS.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 22:06:35


Post by: JeffyP


Next up are a few Obliterators, marked with Nurgle of course! I salvaged a lot of different stuff in my bits box to assemble these guys. The goal was WSISYG, where each Oblit had EVERY single weapon available to them in the rules.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 22:13:12


Post by: RBeijers


Very cool looking models so far. Can't wait to see more mate.
Keep up the amazing work.
Grtz,
Remco


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/18 23:30:26


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Remco! I really appreciate it.

Here's a shot of the finished Oblits. This is during a game so the quality isn't great. I'll upload some better shots soon!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/19 23:46:32


Post by: JeffyP


Here's #1

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/19 23:51:10


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...and #2

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/19 23:54:04


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...and #3

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/20 00:00:09


Post by: JeffyP


And FINALLY the whole cult together! Please let me know what you think.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/22 22:58:50


Post by: JeffyP


Nurgle Soulgrinder.

Wanted to work with the Dreadknight kit so, why not? Also some Helbrute and Maulterfiend bits in there. Plus a lot of Green Stuff!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/22 23:43:15


Post by: genom.cor


Awesome Nurglitch Conversions! The Helldrake is amazing! Those Oblits look as they should! The soulgrinder is looking great too. What can i say? From one one Nurgle fan to another, fantastic job!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/24 00:03:34


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, you're too kind! It's great to hear some good feedback.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/24 00:11:41


Post by: Peter Wiggin


Bookmarked.

Always love seeing the crazy stuff other chaos converters come up with and you've got a good imagination.


Gotta say though....no drilled out gun barrels?...


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/24 00:16:44


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Peter Wiggin. Two Things:

1) Awesome name. Long live the Hegemon.
2) I don't know how to drill the barrels.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/01/31 00:39:55


Post by: JeffyP


Now up..... Greater Unclean One!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/07 17:39:09


Post by: JeffyP


I suppose it's time to get away from the beasties and show a few regular old marines. Of course, these guys carry the medieval theme as well and are a combination of the basic CSM kit and the WFB Chaos Warriors.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/08 05:16:52


Post by: Red Corsair


In place of drilling the barrels you can always just paint a black dot in the center to keep the illusion.

Awesome models and insane vision bro!

Your painting is top notch and I love the composition of your stuff! I have seen a lot of nurgle armies done sloppy but not yours, it really looks brilliant! I'd love to play against your army!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/08 17:53:08


Post by: JeffyP


The black dot is a great idea for the gun barrels. I'll go back through and do that throughout the army.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/08 17:56:21


Post by: JeffyP


What's a Nurgle army without some Plaguebearers? These guys are in EVERY single list I do... just love them so much!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/09 05:57:40


Post by: Red Corsair


Awesome! Glad I could help! I did the same thing to most of my stuff, it's easier and just as effective as drilling IMO.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/09 23:20:15


Post by: JeffyP


Now for some Bloodletters! As with the Plaguebearers, these guys are straight-outta-the-box. No conversions. They're just so cool on their own!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/11 23:55:26


Post by: JeffyP


Time for some Chaos Spawn!

I've never been a fan of the spawn kits so I made my own to fit with the medieval theme. However, I wanted to make sure they fit with the Spawn Profile:
1) Fast, mutated beasts
2) Multiwound
3) 40mm bases
4) They must be designed to (in some way) run next to my Juggerlord.

The Juggerlord himself is my huntsman (more on that later) and is accompanied by his trusty pack of dogs/wolves/beasts/things. They typically declare a target at the beginning of the game and commence THE WILD HUNT!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/14 14:02:20


Post by: JeffyP


AND NOW, I GIVE YOU...... THE HUNTSMAN!

This is my Khorne Lord. He's has the standard load-out of Mark of Khorne, Axe of Blind Fury, a Juggernaut, and a Sigil of Corruption. He's a CC Beast and I love him to death. Can't remember a game that I didn't field him.

The goal was to (again) retain the medieval theme. The army is primarily green so I needed to keep him green while showing that he's all about Khorne. Figured his armor alone being red does the job. The Axe also had to be over-the-top to have a WSIWYG feel. Finally, I've added heads and skulls to represent the many awesome and unlikely victories he's had. Each has their own memory from my local shop.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/14 14:46:14


Post by: Llamahead


Brilliant stuff here whats the Great Unclean One based on?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/14 18:51:10


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Llamahead. The GUO is based on Ku'Gath the Plaguefather, a giant Great Unclean One who rides on a massive palanquin.

Mine is made up of a lot of different bits and kits with a LOT of green stuff. The head is actually a Daemon Prince. The arms are from the WFB Dark Elf dragon. The back is a Helbrute. The chassis is the WFB Tomb Kings Warsphinx. The legs are from a third party model company.



JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/14 20:59:43


Post by: JeffyP


Here's a group shot to show how the various color schemes work together.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/21 20:29:44


Post by: JeffyP


The Finished Soul Grinder. Spent weeks converting this guy and RUINED it in an instant by spraying in bad weather. The paint bubbled and fuzzed. Oh well.

Because doesn't much resemble the actual Soul Grinder kit, I tried to capture the essence of the model's rules. This guy rampages up the battlefield grabbing up soldiers with his Iron Claw and throwing them in his soul grinding vat. Their bodies are pushed down the grinder and their souls mix with disease, decay, and nurgle's rot. The finished concoction is then pumped to the cannon and spit out a Daemon's skull (Phlegm Bombardment).

Hope you like it!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/21 20:41:49


Post by: JeffyP


And here he is bombing some Orks at the FLGS!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/25 00:07:00


Post by: JeffyP


MAULERFIEND!

Didn't do a heck of a whole lot to alter this model. It's fantastic as is! Just a few minor conversions to make him fit into the medieval theme. Namely, the running pose. I never have liked the stock pose... too static. After all, these guys are supposed to run headlong, full-speed into the enemy! Also made some alterations to the head, arms, and tail to make him resemble my Chaos Spawn. He's a gigantic, armored wolf to accompany my Juggerlord's fast Spawn unit.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/25 00:23:24


Post by: Big H




That looks pretty damn good my friend ! Really like the pose you got, I've not seen it done like that before , nice one !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/25 23:20:46


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Big H!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/02/27 12:59:27


Post by: JeffyP


Some shots of the Wild Crusade in action!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 14:43:42


Post by: JeffyP


Perhaps the best direct (and perhaps over the top) fit into the medieval theme.... Presenting: The Horsemen!

These guys are my counts-as Chaos Bikers. Can't take credit for the conversion idea, though. There are a lot of these guys floating around the internet. The basic idea is to combine some bits from the CSM Marine kit with the WFB Chaos Knights. Of course, I added my own nurgle flair to them. Looking back, the gas masks weren't sculpted very well but... eh.

These guys are always a blast and usually run up the board fast with THE HUNTSMAN AND HIS WILD PACK.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 14:48:16


Post by: JeffyP


Another:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 14:50:26


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And another:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 14:51:54


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...and another!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 14:54:49


Post by: JeffyP


Last but not least, the Aspiring Champion. He usually takes a power sword, which helps cut through stuff in close combat. There's almost always a Chaos Lord or Sorcerer in the unit that brings a Power Fist, so I run the champ pretty cheap.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/08 20:39:18


Post by: Llamahead


That is utterly excellent


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/15 18:35:24


Post by: JeffyP


Here's the Chaos Sorceror on a Bike who accompanies the Nurgle biker pack. He's armed with a Power Axe and bolt pistol. Tried to go over-the-top on the other magic stuff to show he's a spell-slinger.... Giant glowing staff, enchanted skulls, flowing cape and ribbons, enchanted spell book, magic talking daemon sheild, etc. etc. He was a LOT of fun to build.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/16 12:55:30


Post by: lone dirty dog


WOW !!!! Truly cool stuff great conversions the Heldrake has to be my favourite though especially the victim reaching out from beneath the plague flame.

Love the oblits as well normally not much of a fan of those but yours actually have me in awe

Great stuff and there should be so many more people checking this thread out keep it coming


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/17 22:13:54


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Dirty Dog! I guess I'm just not that popular... oh well! Here's a few bonus shots just for you:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/03/17 23:49:41


Post by: lone dirty dog


Awesome marines on horse back what a combo great stuff indeed, and entrails just finish things of nicely


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/04 13:09:11


Post by: JeffyP


Here come the Rhinos! I struggled with Rhino conversion ideas for a long time. There's a lot of great inspiration on the web but, ultimately, I really wanted something that immediately shouts "MEDIEVAL BAD GUYS!" Rhinos themselves are extremely boxy, bulky things. Figured "why not make them into castle/chapel thingies?" so here we are.

On the Wild Crusade, we take the church directly to you! Any non-converts are gathered up and, well... you can see them right there on the front. (Which also makes for a nice Dirge Caster visualization.)

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/04 13:11:34


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....AND ANOTHER ONE!

Here you can see one of the loyal crusaders gathering up some unsuccessful converts. We're not really into Khorne here but, hey, blood for the blood god!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/04 13:14:26


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And the two together.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/04 18:43:04


Post by: Edreynaline


Those rhinos are absolutely awesome! Love the long spear guy too. A wacky concept really well executed makes the army look better and better everytime I pop in.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/05 15:48:34


Post by: JeffyP


 Edreynaline wrote:
Those rhinos are absolutely awesome! Love the long spear guy too. A wacky concept really well executed makes the army look better and better everytime I pop in.


Thanks, Edreynaline! It was a little nerve-racking to glue the WFB tombs to the Rhinos... didn't quite look right for a long time. But it turned out pretty good in the end, I think. Just took FOREVER to paint!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/05 16:01:33


Post by: Edreynaline


I can imagine it was pretty scary! but it worked out well in the end! and that is what this hobby is all about for me anyways. taking a chance and seeing what it turns out like.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/05 23:22:50


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/05 23:46:42


Post by: lone dirty dog


Ha crazy I can see the concern however it pulls together well the rhino sort of fits the look due to its boxy shape, but the dead at the front really finishes it of nicely


I had an idea similar to this using the new sisters from the R@H kickstarter, I was going to do a mobile church on the back of a truck using the WFB tombs as a basis kind of an Apoc Nuns gang cleansing the out world of sinners and demons.

Glad to see this concept in action and looks great, thanks I think I have found my motivation


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/06 00:06:26


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys!

Dirty Dog, you've got to do it now that you've talked about it! I'll hold you accountable. My only recommendation is to pick up the 40k Basilica (or ebay it) for the railings. the WFB tombs are very tall compared to the height of the rhino itself... You can tone that difference down a bit with the front basilica spikes. Just my two cents.

Get to it!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/06 00:22:23


Post by: Ustrello


This is some jaw dropping work man, keep it up!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/06 12:41:10


Post by: lone dirty dog


 JeffyP wrote:
Thanks, guys!

Dirty Dog, you've got to do it now that you've talked about it! I'll hold you accountable. My only recommendation is to pick up the 40k Basilica (or ebay it) for the railings. the WFB tombs are very tall compared to the height of the rhino itself... You can tone that difference down a bit with the front basilica spikes. Just my two cents.

Get to it!


It will be done but I need to find an appropriate truck as it is PA not 40k, however I am going to use the Basilica parts to form part of the church section.

The miniatures won't be released till 2016 unfortunately and that will probably be full of delays but I can make a start on the transportation at least especially with this to guid my creativity


If I break out in boils and puss I know who to blame then


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/07 00:50:39


Post by: JeffyP


 lone dirty dog wrote:


It will be done but


EXCUSES!

You have some great work, yourself. I'd love to see what you would come up with.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/07 01:22:39


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


That is certainly a lot of corpses on those tanks.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/07 07:46:05


Post by: lone dirty dog


 JeffyP wrote:
 lone dirty dog wrote:


It will be done but


EXCUSES!

You have some great work, yourself. I'd love to see what you would come up with.


Bloody hell that got abbreviated I am seriously looking for a vehicle that fits the scale and has a good base for it to work and look effective.

I am considering either an old military truck or converted school bus, what is it with nuns and buses all though I am leaning towards the truck as it would have a better support base and area to add the church to.

Maybe I could do both and make the bus an attack vehicle, damn now look what you have done this is going to be a nightmare


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/08 23:48:13


Post by: JeffyP


 Warboss_Waaazag wrote:
That is certainly a lot of corpses on those tanks.


You say that like corpses AREN'T the best decoration for rhinos.... Hmmm. The Wild Crusade will have to pay your FLGS a visit.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/09 02:15:30


Post by: JeffyP


Well, it wouldn't be much of a Chaos army without a Daemon Prince, right? Here's DP#1. Affectionately referred to as The Maggot Prince.

He's actually one of my very first conversions (seen in the final few pictures) way back in 2011. Back then I did my best to extend every kit I had. Here, that meant turning a left-over torso and arm bitz into a second Daemon Prince for my then Cthulhu-themed CSM army. As you can see, though, his new incarnation is quite a bit different. New arms, new torso, spine, wings, face, etc. But the bulk of the maggot body is still there.

Hopefully my modelling and painting skills have improved since then!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/09 03:01:54


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Wings and a crazy slug body? These must be daemons or something. Oh wait.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/09 14:43:03


Post by: Edreynaline


Looks awesome! love the skeleton exploding from the rear.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/10 07:59:42


Post by: master of asgard


How are there not more comments on this thread? Awesome work man, this army is amazing!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/11 00:28:58


Post by: JeffyP


Edreynaline wrote:Looks awesome! love the skeleton exploding from the rear.


Thanks, Edreynaline! At first I was planning on using a lot of the Nurgle's Rot green ooze effect but, it just didn't seem quite right... The blood really makes it more gruesome and Nurgley, anyway.

master of asgard wrote:How are there not more comments on this thread? Awesome work man, this army is amazing!


Comments are always appreciated! I'd love to get even more feedback from the community but I'm content to just keep putting my work out there. I silently stalked the dakka blogs for 2+ years before I posted anything. Getting a lot of inspiration from other people's work without ever having let them know. Hopefully people will get the same from my posts.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/11 03:15:35


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Damn i love this blog! I'm doing iron warriors as my main chaos army, but i'm also including detachments of every god. I really like what you've done with your rhinos and well, your entire blog is awesome!

I did a similar thing on my renegade chimera by putting the pile of corpses from the corpse cart on the back of the chimera to resemble bodies collected by the renegades to use as leftover body parts for some crazy surgeons and stuff

Gonna follow this blog closely


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/11 12:19:41


Post by: lone dirty dog


You just have to admire your eye for detail, I always love the human abominations seeping from the bodies of your nurgle Demons splattered with blood and putrid entrails

Nice creativity keep it coming and never lose your vision for nurgle


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/11 15:01:03


Post by: JeffyP


You guys are too kind!

Here's some group shots showing the Crusade in action!

(You can also see a sneak peak of my Be'lakor conversion)

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/12 17:32:01


Post by: JeffyP


A new challenger approaches! Daemon Prince #2. Properly known as "The Butcher."

From the minute the Chaos codex was released in 2012, I knew I needed a Daemon Prince with the Black Mace. It's just SO. DAMN. COOL. A daemonic weapon that banishes enemies for failing a toughness test? Yes, please! I wanted to convey this infantry-slaughtering weapon somehow... so I gathered up some old Necrons laying around and, BAM! Black Mace Prince! He flies though the skies (jinking + shrouded!) and takes out entire swathes of infantry. Hence: "The Butcher"!



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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/12 18:06:50


Post by: lone dirty dog


Just gets better every update that is classic taking out a unit of necrons and a clever way of elevating the model

The only thing I would have liked to have seen was the first necron of impact shattered from the initial blow, but otherwise totally awesome work


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/13 23:49:54


Post by: JeffyP


 lone dirty dog wrote:
Just gets better every update that is classic taking out a unit of necrons and a clever way of elevating the model

The only thing I would have liked to have seen was the first necron of impact shattered from the initial blow, but otherwise totally awesome work


Yeah, I agree about the shattering blow... I tried to show a few of the Necrons being smashed (missing limbs, head, sparks flying, etc.) but it really looks like they're all just being swept up by the massive mace. Oh well.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/14 07:45:11


Post by: lone dirty dog


No I think you have done an amazing job portraying the impact especially the guy missing his head and arm with sparks, I just thought the one being hit by the actual club would have took an absolute beaten and exploded.

But don't take it as an criticism it was more a creative observation


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/15 16:05:13


Post by: Darksilva


Im in love with the helldrake, amazing work man


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/16 01:08:26


Post by: deadairis


Wow, great man. Superb.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/16 01:35:17


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


I normally am not a fan of nurgle stuff but I gotta say man you have great vision, fantastic work and I look forward to seeing more.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/17 00:17:31


Post by: JeffyP


lone dirty dog wrote:No I think you have done an amazing job portraying the impact especially the guy missing his head and arm with sparks, I just thought the one being hit by the actual club would have took an absolute beaten and exploded.
But don't take it as an criticism it was more a creative observation


Criticism is always welcome. I think you were spot on about showing a little more damage. The model is good but it's certainly not perfect! But criticism helps for future models down the road.

Darksilva wrote:Im in love with the helldrake, amazing work man
deadairis wrote:Wow, great man. Superb.
Inevitable_Faith wrote:I normally am not a fan of nurgle stuff but I gotta say man you have great vision, fantastic work and I look forward to seeing more.


Thanks, guys!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/17 00:25:10


Post by: kestral


Very original, very well done! I love armies like this, that are fresh and new in the way they interpret 40k - it expands the galaxy/setting I enjoy and it is almost like a new miniatures line.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/17 01:05:26


Post by: Drogga


I'm pretty sure this type of work is what keeps me involved in the 40k universe. New rules bore me. New armies are eh. But when I look through forums and see people giving new spins to armies I've seen since for years that totally rewrite how I thought of the army. That is what keeps me coming back. Thanks for all the great work man and please keep sharing. An army this fantastic cannot go without being noticed.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 01:48:03


Post by: JeffyP


kestral wrote:Very original, very well done! I love armies like this, that are fresh and new in the way they interpret 40k - it expands the galaxy/setting I enjoy and it is almost like a new miniatures line.
Drogga wrote:I'm pretty sure this type of work is what keeps me involved in the 40k universe. New rules bore me. New armies are eh. But when I look through forums and see people giving new spins to armies I've seen since for years that totally rewrite how I thought of the army. That is what keeps me coming back. Thanks for all the great work man and please keep sharing. An army this fantastic cannot go without being noticed.


Wow! It's fantastic to hear such good feedback. I'm always a bit worried when creating/converting new models that my opponents will cry foul when I put them on the board. Different height, width, LOS, etc., etc. Compliments like these make it easy to keep coming back!

Here's a quick WIP of my Belakor. And another photo where you can see the completed--albeit unpainted--model in the background. I'll upload the finished pictures tomorrow when there's daylight. Photos always look terrible when I take them at night.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 02:12:06


Post by: slamma


Haha, that's pretty much perfect for a spoiler.

keep it up man!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 07:22:28


Post by: lone dirty dog


Well not being a gamer just a collector I never understand the model issues , but I would have thought as long as the boundaries were discussed before play I don't see what the problem is

However as far creativity to goes I look forward to each update, keep it up mate and never be put off


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 22:56:49


Post by: JeffyP


Well, here he is: Belakor! Although in the Wild Crusade, he's known as "The Lurker in the Shadows."

On the model itself, I tried to convey two things: 1) that he's a Daemon Prince which can F*** things up in CC with his armorbane/fleshbane sword; and 2) that he's a hell of a spell-slinger. Hell pun not intended (though it should have been, dammit).

So, on #1, the base model is clearly a stock Daemon Prince. However, the legs have been cut down and re-positioned in less of a "come at me bro" blocky stance to more of a confident, loose stride forward. Of course, there's also the giant magical sword which screams CC monster. For #2, how the hell do you make a Daemon Prince look magical? Easy! Throw on a wizard's robe! Paint it up in blue/purple (nothing says magic like Tzeentch!) and away we go.


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 23:00:21


Post by: JeffyP


Some of the pictures are alwfully bright. Here's the photos from last night that were a bit darker. Some details--the face in particular--are easier to see here.


AND HE LOOKS AWESOME IN THE SHADOWS!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/21 23:05:09


Post by: JeffyP


And finally, here he is palling around with his more-monstrous buds on the Wild Crusade High Council.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/22 03:33:49


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


Looking great dude, all of those beats look absolutely deadly. Very nice conversions on your latest prince, you hit the tone real well.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/22 06:55:04


Post by: lone dirty dog


What a monstrousness badass and nice conversion work more subtler to the rest but cool never the less.

Some reason I keep getting a Skeletor vibe though that is one family photos shoot


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/22 16:28:06


Post by: Boss Salvage


Belakor looks groovy - especially in those dark shots - but High Council group shot is awesome

- Salvage


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/22 22:12:10


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! The Belakor conversion is certainly more subtle than my other work. Since painting him up, I've often wanted to repaint his cloak to a darker grey or brown... he sticks out like a sore thumb in my more-muted paint scheme of flesh and pastel tones.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/27 22:27:46


Post by: JeffyP


What good would a crusade be if it didn't convert (read: forcefully) some loyal masses? Behold, the converted worshipers of the Wild Crusade! In game, they are zombie cultists. The Wild Crusade "converts" unbelievers by, well, you get the picture.

First I'll show some pictures from a few years back. They began as "Lesser Daemons" in the Chaos Marines 5th Edition Codex. These guys were one of my very first 40k projects in my Cthulhu themed CSM army. The idea was summoned zombies, complete with swirling warp pools as bases. The execution was pretty shoddy.

They sat on a shelf unused for 3 years. Now they've been re-purposed as cultists in my Nurgle-themed CSM force. A little rebasing and re-painting does wonders!


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/27 23:00:49


Post by: Voodoo_Skaven


Amazing work, definitely subscribed. I've picked up some great idea for conversions just by casually browsing! I love your greenstuff work.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/28 12:19:13


Post by: Edreynaline


Brilliantly executed idea. Really like the idea of this gribbly horde advancing in front of your more "worthy" units as a big ole meat shield.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/04/29 22:55:27


Post by: JeffyP


Voodoo_Skaven wrote:Amazing work, definitely subscribed. I've picked up some great idea for conversions just by casually browsing! I love your greenstuff work.


Thanks, Voodoo! Always great to see someone new on this thread. Keeps me coming back for more!

Edreynaline wrote:Brilliantly executed idea. Really like the idea of this gribbly horde advancing in front of your more "worthy" units as a big ole meat shield.


That's the idea! The Crusade rolls in, brings the good word to the masses and "converts" some into its ranks. You can see the convert collecting process taking place on the Rhinos!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/02 12:48:41


Post by: JeffyP


Well... I've made just about everything BUT run-of-the-mill Chaos Space Marines. I hear you, I hear you. Well... Here they are! "The Crusaders." Each Marine is heavily converted from the bits box... sprues from CSM, SM, WFB:Chaos bits, etc. Again, trying to capture the evil medieval knight feel while keeping them true to being space marines. That and CSM are a bit more CHOPPY and SLASHY than their good-guy counterparts.

I've taken a bunch of shots in batches of two so you can see each guy up close. I've also cut each image down to 800 pixels max so load times are easier.

As always, let me know what you think!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/02 12:53:25


Post by: JeffyP


More! Including an Aspiring Champion. One rule for CSM champs is that they MUST declare or accept CC challenges. I think this guy looks the part!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/02 12:57:15


Post by: JeffyP


And lastly, some special weapons guys. Two Meltas and two Plasmas.

Also some group shots.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/03 14:45:06


Post by: JeffyP


Here's a shot of all the troop types together: Chosen, Marines, Plaguebearers, Bloodletters, and Zombie Cultists. Each has their own paint scheme but, hopefully, they all work well together and create a unified, themed army.

Taking this shot makes me want to do an army-wide photo-shoot.... might have to take a trip to the FLGS today for some good terrain shots.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/03 17:57:11


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


Looking good dude, the medieval theme is holding up real well and adds a ton of personality.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/14 22:20:39


Post by: JeffyP


It's been too long since I posted.... just have been distracted.

Getting into XWING! Can't claim credit for this storage solution... saw it somewhere on Dakka. Works great though!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/31 13:17:41


Post by: JeffyP


It's been a long time but I'm back with some progress updates! As previously mentioned, I've gotten distracted from 40k recently with X-Wing. Been playing a lot with some friends. Such a great game and it only takes about 1/8 of the time 40k does! I favor the Imperial side and have painted them exclusively (my rebels are sit in their storage bins unloved like the scum they are). Anyway, onto the minis!

Introducing: The Emperor's Knife Strikeforce! This is a small faction within the Imperial special forces that carry out the Emperor's Will with brutal but extremely efficient, surgical precision. Hence: The Emperor's Knife! Like Imperial Royal Guards, they're all painted up RED!

Here are some basic Tie Fighters:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/31 14:32:56


Post by: JeffyP


And let's not forget about the Interceptors!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/31 14:38:48


Post by: Theophony


I know they're red....but they look pink on my screen for some reason...makes me worry about the emperor even more . But nice crisp work either way, I've done really minor painting on my x-wing models, and man are they tiny details.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/05/31 23:47:50


Post by: JeffyP


 Theophony wrote:
I know they're red....but they look pink on my screen for some reason...makes me worry about the emperor even more . But nice crisp work either way, I've done really minor painting on my x-wing models, and man are they tiny details.


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Up next is the Tie Phantom!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/01 22:48:20


Post by: JeffyP


And here comes the Decimator! I love this big guy. There's nothing quite like running him straight up the middle of the board and watching your opponent squirm away to avoid damage!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/02 01:25:48


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


My God, a Decimator, I hear it can kill 1 foe out of 10!



Sreiously though, great looking stuff.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/07 21:14:02


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Kid Kyoto. Actually just played in a FLGS tournament yesterday and the list which gave me the most difficulty had a Decimator. He flew Chiraneau and Vader. Each had a bunch of upgrades which ended up giving the decimator 3+ actions every turn. It was brutal. Ended up squeezing out the win with Soontir but with only one hull point left!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/07 21:16:54


Post by: JeffyP


Here's the case fully up and running. The fleet is growing but so far only the some imperial ships are fully painted.

There are four trays:
1) Imperial
2) Scum and Rebel
3) Tokens
4) Upgrade Cards

All pilot cards, bases, and other random stuff fit in the top bin.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/12 23:47:46


Post by: JeffyP


Well, I'm on to a new project. I've always LOVED Chaos Space Marines and one of the biggest reasons I got into the game was when I saw a Khorne Juggernaut... what's not to love?!? Playing CSM has always left something to be desired. My play style favors fast, hard hitting CC units. I was all about mobility in 5th and 6th Editions (and now EVERYONE is in 7th) and Chaos just never delivered like I wanted.

So it got me thinking... how can a field a whole slew of Juggernauts, build fun conversions, AND have a fast, competitive army? Cue the SPACE WOLVES.

So here we go! I'm staring on a Counts-As Space Wolves Army themed as Dark Mechanicus. Juggernauts are the perfect fit for some counts-as Thunderwolves. Fenrisian Wolves open up possibilies as do Bikers, Dreadnaughts, and Drop Pods. Plus, playing as an Imperial Codex opens up so many conversion options that I never had before: Imperial Knights, Astra Militarium, Adeptus Mechanicus... you name it!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/13 06:47:50


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


That is a frightening number of juggernauts.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/19 01:54:41


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


I heard dark mechanicus

This is gonna be good


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/25 01:21:37


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
I heard dark mechanicus

This is gonna be good


You heard right, ThunderFury. Dark Mechanicus is here!

Here's some shots of initial basing. Going for a ruined city terrain vibe... some cork, plasticard tiles, and random bits. I'll eventually use some PVA glue and sand to finish off the look after models are placed. As you can see, I have a ton of 40mm and Biker bases in the works. Wonder what they could be for?


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/25 01:24:04


Post by: JeffyP


And of course, what everyone came to see. The Juggernauts!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/25 01:43:58


Post by: insaniak


That's a lot of juggers.

I dare you to leave the heads off, and just put eyes on the neck ball joint...


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/27 14:17:10


Post by: JeffyP



I'm planning on having two Wolf Lords accompany the slew of Thunderwolf Juggernauts. Working on them concurrently. However, I want the Wolf Lords to stand out, being a bit more significant than mere Thunderwolves. I've been eyeing the WHFB Mortarch ever since they came out last year. I initially planned to update my Wild Crusade Khorne Lord as one of these guys but, well, here we are now.



It's a pretty large model so it may be challenging to fit him on a 60mm base. One will be rearing back on its hind legs like a triumpant general on a horse. The other maybe pouncing down on it's front legs coming down from a leap. Who knows? So without further adieu, some progress shots:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/27 16:43:29


Post by: Dreadclaw69


 insaniak wrote:
I dare you to leave the heads off, and just put eyes on the neck ball joint...

Googly eyes


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/06/30 23:42:33


Post by: JeffyP


Started on an Imperial Knight.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/01 05:46:00


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


*screams* NOW THIS IS THE SORT OF STUFF I WANNA SEE!

Some of these ideas may be...adopted...for my iron warriors blog, much to your credit!

But seriously! It's looking great! I particularly love the knight!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/01 21:38:32


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
*screams* NOW THIS IS THE SORT OF STUFF I WANNA SEE!

Some of these ideas may be...adopted...for my iron warriors blog, much to your credit!

But seriously! It's looking great! I particularly love the knight!


Thanks a lot! I'd love to see your take on some of this stuff. I myself get a ton of inspiration from the Dakka community.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/03 13:30:56


Post by: JeffyP


A bit more work on the knight. Building out the legs and additional Chaos armor.


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/03 16:12:12


Post by: JeffyP


Posted the following Army Update on the first page of the blog. It's neat to see them all together!

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Hi, everyone:

Starting a new blog to keep track of my work and share it with all of you! Please let me know what you think. I'll mainly be showing off Warhammer 40k Chaos Marines and Daemons but I've also recently gotten into X-Wing (Imperials!) and am just now starting a Warmachine army (Retribution of Scyrah). You're feedback means a lot to me. Anyway, here we go!



THE WILD CRUSADE: [Update: 7/3/15]

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“The Huntsman” – Khorne Lord on Juggernaut
“The Maggot Prince” – Daemon Prince
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“The Lurker in the Shadows” – Belakor
"The Glutton: - Great Unclean One
"The Seer" - Sorceror on Bike

Troops
Chaos Marines
Plaguebearers
Bloodletters

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Spawn
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Rhinos

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/06 00:18:42


Post by: JeffyP


Some update shots on the Dark Mechanicus Knight.

Going for fully-magnetized weapon loadouts, staring with the rapid fire battle cannon. Also finished up the head and started working on the top carapace armor.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/06 00:19:50


Post by: JeffyP


And the whole thing together so far.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/06 03:02:23


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


I'm loving it! Looks so unique and brutal!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/08 22:01:21


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
I'm loving it! Looks so unique and brutal!


Thanks, Thunder! Always with the compliments!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/09 21:42:57


Post by: JeffyP


Got some good work in on a Drop Pod.. erm, make that "Dread Claw."

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/16 11:14:24


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


I'm quite liking this dreadclaw! I need to get off my butt and update my own blog!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/19 21:30:30


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
I'm quite liking this dreadclaw! I need to get off my butt and update my own blog!


Update it! I'm pumped to see what dark chaosy warmachines you come up with next.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/19 21:33:21


Post by: JeffyP


Up next are some Wolf Guard Bikers. These guys are converted from the Chaos Biker kit as well as some Warp Talon and other random bits. One guy sports a Power Fist and the Champion wields a Power Sword.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/07/21 23:56:51


Post by: JeffyP


Started working on some Fenrisian Wolves! Used the WHFB Dire Wolves kit, straight outta-the-box. Figured they would have that nice chaosy, grimdark that the Dark Mechanicus needs. Paint the bones in a metal color and give the eyes a nice glow (maybe the rib cages too?) to drive home the "mecahicus" aspect of the daemon-engine-beasts thing.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/01 03:01:39


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


I very much like the idea of using the dire wolves.
I used fenrisian wolves as chaos spawn in my iron warriors, looks like i may be picking up ten more chaos spawn as i really like these dire wolves of yours, only the warp knows why i didn't pick some up in the first place O.o


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/11 23:45:00


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
I very much like the idea of using the dire wolves.
I used fenrisian wolves as chaos spawn in my iron warriors, looks like i may be picking up ten more chaos spawn as i really like these dire wolves of yours, only the warp knows why i didn't pick some up in the first place O.o


Thanks, Thunder. I know! They're so much better than the WHFB vampire counts wolves. I had no idea these were so large until I got them in the mail... they're great for Spawn (or Khorne doggies)! Oh well.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/11 23:50:36


Post by: JeffyP


Made some progress on the Chaos Knight. He's ready for basecoating.

Hi right arm is fairly set in place, only being able to swap out the front gun and side clip. He'll never do the two CC weapon variant.

The left arm is magnetized at the shoulder so his weapon arm can rotate however looks coolest during the game. Also, I never really liked the "sword IS the arm" thing with Imperial Knights so I converted the fist to be holding a chainsword. Looks a bit more killy to me.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 10:36:09


Post by: KernelTerror


Wow, this is magnificent, I love what you did with the hand held chainsaw, after all you might need to plunge it in an enemy knight, leave it there to punch the bastard some more, and take it back while spraying knight entrails everywhere.
The work on the back is also brilliant, from afar it reminds me of the imperator titan's walking cathedral look.

Great work, will be a pleasure to see how things go from here.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 14:12:18


Post by: KrautScientist


That Knight is certainly a spectacular conversion! Forgeworld's own Chaos Knight looks like a joke compared to this monster. Brilliant!

There's just one thing that I'm not sure about: I am trying to make up my mind as to whether or not your lenthening of the middle section has resulted in slightly messed-up proportions. Now of course the stock Knight hardly has "realistic" proportions to begin with, but maybe you should have lengthened the legs along with the torso...? I am not sure. Any cance of a photo taken from straight on, so one can get an idea of the Knight's "true" proportions?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 16:46:36


Post by: ciuncky


Amazing conversion on that knight, mate!
I particularly like the chainsword workaround and the carapace-mounted cannon and its handler.

Also the wolves look cool, i'm really interested to see how the glowing ribcages will turn out, if you decide to do that

Looking forward to those layers of paint


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 17:02:19


Post by: Januine


Absolutely stunning stuff. Cannot wait to see it all painted. That's some of the best conversion work I've seen.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 18:08:51


Post by: Plains of War


God almighty!!! this thread is epic! from the Helldrake to this monstrosity that is a Chaos Knight! you have really went above and beyond! The execution on your work is excellent! I can't wait to see what comes next!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/12 23:50:40


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, everybody. I had no idea this would be such a hit! I'll keep you posted on the painting, though I imagine this guy will take some time...

KernelTerror wrote:Wow, this is magnificent, I love what you did with the hand held chainsaw, after all you might need to plunge it in an enemy knight, leave it there to punch the bastard some more, and take it back while spraying knight entrails everywhere.
The work on the back is also brilliant, from afar it reminds me of the imperator titan's walking cathedral look. Great work, will be a pleasure to see how things go from here.
Such an awesome description of the Knight in action.

ciuncky wrote:Amazing conversion on that knight, mate! I particularly like the chainsword workaround and the carapace-mounted cannon and its handler. Also the wolves look cool, i'm really interested to see how the glowing ribcages will turn out, if you decide to do thatLooking forward to those layers of paint
The turret mount was something that struck me from day one as being needed on a Knight. You don't get a good sense of scale without seeing a human equivalent somewhere on the model. Not sure how I'm going to go for painting the wolves!

Januine wrote:Absolutely stunning stuff. Cannot wait to see it all painted. That's some of the best conversion work I've seen.
Plains of War wrote:God almighty!!! this thread is epic! from the Helldrake to this monstrosity that is a Chaos Knight! you have really went above and beyond! The execution on your work is excellent! I can't wait to see what comes next!
Thanks guys! It's always great to get good feedback. I'm glad you both like the conversions. Keep coming back!



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 KrautScientist wrote:
That Knight is certainly a spectacular conversion! Forgeworld's own Chaos Knight looks like a joke compared to this monster. Brilliant!

There's just one thing that I'm not sure about: I am trying to make up my mind as to whether or not your lenthening of the middle section has resulted in slightly messed-up proportions. Now of course the stock Knight hardly has "realistic" proportions to begin with, but maybe you should have lengthened the legs along with the torso...? I am not sure. Any cance of a photo taken from straight on, so one can get an idea of the Knight's "true" proportions?


Thanks for the feedback and that's a fair critique. I was a bit hesitant to lift him up so much and I may have overdone it in the end. I'll take some shots with a less busy background from a few straight-on angles; hopefully he'll look a bit better.

I've been watching your Chaos Knight progress for some time (and may have directly stolen the battlecannon bit idea). You're truly a master!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/13 00:58:11


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Wow! That is one insane chaos knight
Hot damn, call the police and the fireman

I'm already looking at using similar conversion parts when i get my knight crusader (or whatever the super gun knight of doom is) now! I'll be dissecting how you built this knight too

Keep up the excellent work!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/13 01:58:17


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


That is a stunning imperial knight conversion. Beautiful!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/14 15:25:07


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
Wow! That is one insane chaos knight
Hot damn, call the police and the fireman

I'm already looking at using similar conversion parts when i get my knight crusader (or whatever the super gun knight of doom is) now! I'll be dissecting how you built this knight too

Keep up the excellent work!


Awesome! I really look forward to seeing what iron warriors madness you come up with. Your Helbrute and Obliterator conversions indicate that a Knight will just be absolutely bonkers!


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 Warboss_Waaazag wrote:
That is a stunning imperial knight conversion. Beautiful!


Thanks, Warboss!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/14 15:28:21


Post by: GoatboyBBMA


Knight looks great man!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/14 15:30:36


Post by: JeffyP


Ok, here are some straight on shots. Hopefully these give a better idea of his torso height.

He's all base coated up and ready for some paint!

EDIT: the pictures failed when I posted from my phone. Let's try this again. Let me know what you think!


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Knight looks great man!


Is this THE Goatboy? Holy Crap! I've read your blog posts for years now. Always insightful stuff. Please keep it up!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/08/15 04:07:34


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


This machine is looking glorious! Can't wait for a coat of paint


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/08 23:35:05


Post by: JeffyP


Sorry to wait so long in giving an update. All the feedback on the Knight has been great but, sadly, I haven't had much hobby time recently. And, to be honest, I've gotten a bit burned out on the project. He's been sitting with just a few colors of paint for weeks now.

HOWEVER, I did finish up another project recently. Never posted pictures of him because--like the Knight--I lost motivation midway through and never finished. But nothing like an upcoming game to push a deadline. We played a Literal 40k game (40,000 ppoints on the table!!!!) and I wanted to use him. Thing is, all models had to be painted! ARGH. So, needless to say I finally finished. Here he is: Fateweaver!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/08 23:37:59


Post by: JeffyP


AAAANND the finished model:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/09 01:37:01


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


I think my head just imploded..
This is absolutely fantastic
Words cannot describe how stunning this is...

Bravo sir! Bravo!!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/09 04:48:05


Post by: Knightley


Oh yeah, after seeing a Tzeentch demon prince made out of bird bits I've always wanted to do one. However after seeing yours I won't need to, you've made one so much better than I ever could.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/09 05:00:43


Post by: The Internet is for Khorn


 JeffyP wrote:
Now up..... Greater Unclean One!

Did you take this from Monster's Inc.?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/09 22:41:26


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! It felt great finishing a long-overdue project. There's so many of them sitting around my desk!

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 JeffyP wrote:
Now up..... Greater Unclean One!

Did you take this from Monster's Inc.?


Not sure what you mean.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/11 22:56:01


Post by: JeffyP


Another long-lost project resurrected for the 40,000 point game. I give you: the Chaos Bastion of DOOOOOOOOOOOOOM!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/11 22:57:00


Post by: JeffyP


...and the Quad Gun.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/11 22:58:51


Post by: JeffyP


And finally a shot with a Crusade Rhino to show how it all fits together as medievalish.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/12 00:21:08


Post by: Januine


thats some seriosuly cool stuff right there. nice one


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/19 04:32:47


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Loving the quad gun especially!
Consider it another borrowed idea


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/19 08:49:24


Post by: evildrcheese


Just looked through this entire blog. There's some really amazing stuff in here.

I'll be keeping an eye on this forward and it's absolutely mind blowing.

D


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/20 17:09:22


Post by: JeffyP


Januine wrote:thats some seriosuly cool stuff right there. nice one
ThunderFury 2575 wrote:Loving the quad gun especially! Consider it another borrowed idea
evildrcheese wrote:Just looked through this entire blog. There's some really amazing stuff in here.I'll be keeping an eye on this forward and it's absolutely mind blowing.D



Thanks, guys! I don't post as often as I should... especially with WIP pictures. I just always forget to take photos when I'm in a project!

Anyway, I mentioned having played a 40,000 point game recently. Figured I would share some photos of the massive event. It was 4v4 players, divided along Imperium lines:
Space Wolves w/ Knight Ally
Space Marines (Imperial Fists I think?)
Space Wvoles w/ full Knight Detachment
Dark Angels

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Chaos Marines (Nurgle)
Chaos Marines w/ Daemons w/ Orks (ME!)
Orks
Orks

The game was a blast and the good guys (Chaos & Orks) won the day! Well, it was actually 3 days... Gotta give it to JAC Games in Akron, Ohio and especially Chris--the owner--for always throwing down a good time.

Oh, and I just realized in posting these that I never actually posted pictures of my Orks from last Fall. I'll get on that ASAP. A few custom buggies, bikes, and deffkoptas. Along with two never-finished Battlewagons.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 01:44:28


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 JeffyP wrote:
Oh, and I just realized in posting these that I never actually posted pictures of my Orks from last Fall. I'll get on that ASAP. A few custom buggies, bikes, and deffkoptas. Along with two never-finished Battlewagons.


Alright, I gots me some Ork Pictures. First up are the boring old Boys. Nothing special. Orks is Orks.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 02:08:47


Post by: JeffyP


Now for some fun stuff! I was SO excited when the 6th Edition Ork Codex came out in June 2014 (sadly, that's when I started on this little warband). I knew right away I wanted speed but, also, opportunities to build fun orky stuff. First up are some minor conversions on the Bikers.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 02:11:24


Post by: JeffyP


And the Biker Nob.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 02:58:27


Post by: Ustrello


I really like the ork doing the superman on the bike!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 23:24:13


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Ustrello. They're just so much damn fun!

Next up is the WARBOSS! Got him fitted out with a Power Klaw, Da' Lucky Stix (modelled as a giant bosspole), and a Bike.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/24 23:29:30


Post by: Januine


That warboss is cracking!! great effect at the back with the spinning wheel/mud.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/26 00:59:57


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Januine. The spinout/mud effect was the first time I'd ever worked with clump foliage. I struggled through a few different attempts using Elmer's glue per online recommendations but just ended with a soggy, gross mess everytime. Ended up just POURING superglue on it. Besides the obvious fume brain damage I received, it also gives the whole model some much needed support at the base.



JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/26 01:06:14


Post by: JeffyP


What is a Biker/Warboss group without some added support?!? Queue the Painboy! Yay FnP saves!

There are some truly inspired and crazy Painboy bike conversions floating out on the internet. Dakka itself is such a great place! Models range from basic Painboys riding bikes to full blow surgical suite equipped ambulances. I wanted something in-between. Plus, it needed to have a savage, brutal looking operating table complete with crazy surgery mechanisms. An Ork-surgery should probably only be a 20-30% success rate (lieka 5+ FnP roll!)... the doctor just as likely to decapitate the patient as he is to fix him right up. I'm happy with how it turned out.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/27 03:15:56


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


All these beautiful bikers! I love them!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/28 00:08:54


Post by: JeffyP


I'm glad you like them! Your Ork creation are amazing.

Here's some shots of the whole unit.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/30 22:27:48


Post by: JeffyP


Alrighty, here come the Buggies! Never liked the buggy or go-kart vibe of the originals and, while there are a ton of great buggy conversions online, I really wanted to do something a bit different. TANKS! These are kind of a hybrid between a got tank and a warbuggy. Think Metal Slug Tank. But with junkyard metal. And rockets. Lots of RED ROCKETS! These were an absolute blast to make. I started with some cheap ATV toys from the dollar store and built up the rest with various Ork bits and plasticard.

There are five in total. Here's number one:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/30 22:28:59


Post by: JeffyP


And Number Two. He's driving closer to hit you with his ax!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/09/30 22:32:09


Post by: JeffyP


And Number Three. He brought a LOT of Rocket firepower. AT BS2, maybe one will be a hit!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/10/05 23:19:15


Post by: JeffyP


Alright, here's Buggy Number Four!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/10/05 23:23:12


Post by: JeffyP


And, last but not least, Buggy Number Five! As you can see, he's not the most polite...

I tried to keep the all five buggies instantly recognizable as buggies while making them a bit more junked up, hobbled together tank vibe that Orks are known for. Each one is different, being a hodge-podge of various rocket bits. Seemed like the Orky thing to do.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/10/06 02:39:47


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


It's funny how we both give our chaos a break to work on loads of orky conversions at the same time

Furthermore,i love these! I'm scratchbuilding a buttload of vehicles right now and will probably start a second P&M thread purely because of that - it's why my chaos thread is somewhat dormant currently.
And what paint scheme did you use to get that rustic junkyard effect? Very mad maxy!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/05 01:21:55


Post by: JeffyP


Alright.... it's finally done. Well, almost done. Still have a few details to pick out and the base needs to be flocked but, all in all, here he is........

MY CHAOS KNIGHT!

This has been a long time coming and I apologize for posting pictures months ago with very little follow through. Oh well. Hopefully the payoff is worth it! Let me know what you think! And sorry for the poor quality photos. I really need someone with photo talent to help me out.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/05 01:29:26


Post by: Januine


CRIKEY!!!!! That is absolutely tremendous!! Beautiful beautiful work there fella. Spot on. So many excellent little details to find and marvel at. Great work man - really really top notch


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/05 03:04:26


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Wow, that knight looks fantastic! Really great job!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/05 07:23:58


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


That is what the chaos knight should have looked like! You should apply for a job at Forge world because you just showed the guy who sculpted the existing chaos knight how it's done. Great work, I love it.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/05 23:31:04


Post by: KernelTerror


All hails Chaos Knight ! Glorious cathedral of hate rambling through the battlefield for slaughter and misery !

Already said how I love your build, and that paint job shows him filled with unholy energy. The lords of ruin will be pleased, and so should you.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/06 00:16:45


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! I appreciate all the great feedback!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/26 19:44:54


Post by: JeffyP


Back to Orks. Here are some standard Deffkoptas. The only conversion here is the smoke exhaust holding them up rather than having them on the clear stands.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/27 12:15:12


Post by: evildrcheese


Wow. Lots of cool stuff in here since I last dropped by.

Bikes look wicked, the Knight is jaw dropping and the light tanks for 'buggies' are a great concept over what we're used to.

Keep up the good work.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/11/27 14:17:44


Post by: Cleatus


Deffkoptas look great!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/12/06 15:41:27


Post by: JeffyP


Just had the honor of being featured on Faeit 212, a great 40k (and more) community blog. Nafka runs a great site so I suggest you check him out.

Thanks again, Nafka! http://natfka.blogspot.com/2015/12/whats-on-your-table-dark-mechanicus.html


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2015/12/06 18:06:48


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Koptas look great. More Orks are always good.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/14 02:38:38


Post by: JeffyP


Started on an Ork Battlewagon...

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/14 06:54:49


Post by: evildrcheese


Best. Battlewagon. Ever.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/14 15:10:39


Post by: Cleatus


"Started" he says. That looks like several hours work already. (5? 10?) I love the exhausts.

What material did you use for the sails?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/15 13:40:43


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Oh...My....God....!!!

I haven't been on dakka much lately but DAMN that is good!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/15 15:14:36


Post by: Novasetri


Terrific work, sir!

Are the ropes made out of greenstuff?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/16 19:52:45


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! Yeah, maybe started isn't the right word... it's almost ready for a basecoat!
Cleatus wrote:What material did you use for the sails?

The sails are made from cardboard GW boxes. Most of the underlying body is as well. The outer layer is plasticard and 40k bitz. I once went to a GW store in Columbus, Ohio to play and was not allowed to use some models. Apparently all models need to be "mostly" GW. So I build with GW boxes now and take pictures before spraying!
Novasetri wrote:Are the ropes made out of greenstuff?

The ropes are craft yarn, just really thin. I also coat them with superglue after tightening them to give them some rigidity.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/21 16:27:49


Post by: Cleatus


Cool stuff.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/21 16:29:40


Post by: Novasetri


I wonder how that yarn will hold up once you get the base coat on. Interested to see how it comes out!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/01/21 17:22:29


Post by: Ulf


Awesome work! Subbed.

I love the Ork vehicles in particular. I'm building my own at the moment, too, and these are great inspiration.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 16:37:17


Post by: JeffyP


Been working on a Bolly Boyz Formation. These guys are converted mostly from Nobz, though I purchased a Meganobz kit too. All the plating is cardboard and/or plasticard with 40k bitz strewn throughout.

I'll be running each 5-man squad with two Saws each. The saws (and some of the klaws) are kitbashes from my bitz bin.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 16:38:08


Post by: JeffyP


And one squad that's almost fully painted. Still have to do some highlights and pick out some detail. And of course add some blood on the klaws & saws!!!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 16:39:36


Post by: JeffyP


...AAAAANNND the whole Bully Boyz Formation:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 16:46:15


Post by: Januine


really nice work there fella - totally look the part


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 16:47:23


Post by: Fifty


That battlewagon is incredible. I like your bully boys, but feel they would benefit from looking a bit dirtier.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/06 17:16:38


Post by: JeffyP


 Fifty wrote:
... but feel they would benefit from looking a bit dirtier.
Yeah, I feel you there. I'll see what I can do. More rust/corrosion/dirt/blood should do it.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/07 23:01:37


Post by: JeffyP


Got some Nobz about finished. Still need to pick out details, including blood and rust. Also need to finish their bases.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/09 14:46:43


Post by: Januine


lovely paintjobs - really nice work. could do drilling out the barrrels though. That aside - bloody tidy work


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/11 00:35:37


Post by: JeffyP


 Januine wrote:
lovely paintjobs - really nice work. could do drilling out the barrrels though. That aside - bloody tidy work

Thanks, and I definitely get the criticism about the barrels. I usually just dab some black on the ends to make them table-top ready. Oh well.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/13 01:34:22


Post by: JeffyP


aaaaaaaaand some Tankbustas! 30 in total. The first batch of ten are pretty straight forward, really just being the rokkits in the regular Boyz kit. (These are the painted ones).

The next 20 are heavily converted. The whole bitz bin came out for these guys!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/20 13:33:19


Post by: JeffyP


Taking a break from the Orks for a bit. Back to the Dark Mechanicus! Remember this post?

JeffyP wrote:
I'm planning on having two Wolf Lords accompany the slew of Thunderwolf Juggernauts. Working on them concurrently. However, I want the Wolf Lords to stand out, being a bit more significant than mere Thunderwolves. I've been eyeing the WHFB Mortarch ever since they came out last year. I initially planned to update my Wild Crusade Khorne Lord as one of these guys but, well, here we are now.



It's a pretty large model so it may be challenging to fit him on a 60mm base. One will be rearing back on its hind legs like a triumpant general on a horse. The other maybe pouncing down on it's front legs coming down from a leap. Who knows? So without further adieu, some progress shots:



Well..... I did it.

Presenting: my Counts-As Wolf Lord on a Thunderwolf! He's equipped with a Stormshield, Krakenbone Sword, and two Fenrisian Wolves. The Mortarch really stands out amongst the pack of T-Wolves. Overall, I'm happy with how he turned out.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/20 21:30:31


Post by: KernelTerror


This is magnificent, very impressive !
I especially like that crowned head.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/22 14:56:23


Post by: Boss Salvage


Killer! Brutal model, dig that robo-body-horror paint scheme. Extra points for getting the abyssal mount to stand on the ground instead of eerily floating / leaping

- Salvage


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/22 22:53:46


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks guys! It took me FOREVER to get the center of gravity right.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/23 02:15:26


Post by: Pekel


Love the Wold Lord and his pack, as well as that Ork pirate ship further up! Great stuff!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/28 15:08:43


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Pekel. All sorts of projects going on here!

Next up are Iron Priests on Thunderwolves. He's escorted by 4 Cyberwolves.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/02/28 17:18:02


Post by: KernelTerror


This is looking so great, from the models themselves to the paintjob. And what a glorious hunting party it will look like !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/15 22:59:49


Post by: JeffyP


Time for some (rare on this blog) WIP shots. Working on a group of Wulfen for the Dark Mechanicus. Relatively simple kitbash with CSM heads, though the hair was cut off and replaced.

The fun part of the conversion were the Thunder Hammer / Storm Shield fellas. Used WHFB Chaos Sheilds and the relatively new Wrathmonger kit to make some whirling, wicked looking Thunderhammers. Let me know what you think!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/16 08:18:04


Post by: evildrcheese


Wicked. Really brutal looking.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/18 00:09:48


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, EDC. I'm going to try to get better at posting WIP shots.

Here's the unit after spraying. Ready to paint!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/19 13:31:14


Post by: JeffyP


Well, the goal was to post WIP pictures of a single project until it's finished but.... I move back and forth between stuff too much! Letting the Wulfen unit sit for a bit and moving onto their ride: a Land Raider!

I've wanted to use the Lord of Skulls kit for SOOOOO long. Just never had a reason. But these Chaos (read Space Wolves) guys need a pimp ride to get up the battlefield. The original idea for the army had the Chaos Knight as the centerpiece. Now it may be thus puppy (pun intended). Very much WIP.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/19 17:21:41


Post by: KernelTerror


This looks magnificent ! Who is the Throne for ?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/20 21:57:52


Post by: Januine


Awesome build - looking fantastic


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/21 13:49:07


Post by: Boss Salvage


 JeffyP wrote:
I've wanted to use the Lord of Skulls kit for SOOOOO long. Just never had a reason. But these Chaos (read Space Wolves) guys need a pimp ride to get up the battlefield.


Whoa, dude

- Salvage


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/22 10:42:51


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Good lord! Magnificent!!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/03/23 22:50:54


Post by: JeffyP


Hahaha it's to get such awesome feedback! Thanks guys.

Kernel- not sure yet. The throne will either be there as a symbol (worship to the Chaos Gods) OR as the chair of the guy in charge of this Mechanical Hunt. I started with the latter but the more this project goes on I kinda like it being an empty throne.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/18 22:22:56


Post by: JeffyP


Well, I have a few weeks of work to catch you guys up on. The most recent project is a hybrid display case and transport solution. I always love looking at my minis when I unpack them at the store to play but very rarely see them otherwise. I DO have a display cabinet in my man-cave but really only use it for my WIP projects... finished stuff goes in foam trays.

Two problems:
1) Foam is a pain in the butt. Especially with bigger and bigger models (my fault, really... I build them too big!)
2) I never see my models and moving them between foam storage and display is a pain.

So I've been playing around with the idea to do a hybrid display cabinet that I can take off the wall and head to the FLGS quickly. Looked around for pre-built cabinets and shadowboxes but ultimately decided to build my own from scratch. A few trips to the store and I wound up with wood, foam, metal sheets, and a TON of magnets. Also purchased a ton of TableWar's tray toppers and rings.

All of my minis will be prominently displayed (and fully magnetized) in a cool, themed display cabinet. I can quickly take them out and put them right on the table. I plan on building three:
1) WILD CRUSADE- Nurgle themed cave with nasty, leaking ooze streams
2) DARK MECHANICUS- City themed, with wreckage and destroyed areas
3) ORKS- Big Mek's shop to highlight all my Battlewagons, Buggies, and Bikes


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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/18 22:24:28


Post by: JeffyP


Some more progress photos:

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/18 22:25:32


Post by: JeffyP


Shelves are coming along!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/18 22:30:29


Post by: JeffyP


The top shelf was a bit tricky, needing to combine 20 25mm bases (Daemons) and 3 large 600mm bases (Fateweaver and 2 Daemon Princes). I had to layer the metal on top of the TableWar trays and then put the Washers on top. With some plaster filler, hopefully it will look nice.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/18 23:49:04


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


very cool idea. Can't wait to see how these turn out


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/23 13:19:58


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, man!

The build is done, finally. All the plaster is complete and it's ready for a base coat this weekend. I used the WFPB tree kit to make roots throughout the background as well as some dangling from each level. Toothpicks and plaster were used for stalactites.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/23 13:23:05


Post by: JeffyP


There are a lot of models in the Wild Crusade that couldn't fit on the shelves. To get around this, I hid two metal plates in the very top for them all to stick to. They'll be hidden by top cave wall (but at least I'll have them if needed at the store!)

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/23 13:23:43


Post by: JeffyP


And a few shots with some models placed inside.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/23 22:32:16


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


Damn, that is looking good!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/25 22:55:47


Post by: Big H


That's a beautiful , bonkers creation !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/30 12:38:14


Post by: JeffyP


ThunderFury 2575 wrote:Damn, that is looking good!
Big H wrote:That's a beautiful , bonkers creation !


Thanks, guys! Hopefully you like these progress pics, too.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/04/30 14:52:56


Post by: sockwithaticket


That's really cool.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/01 06:27:53


Post by: Januine


'awesome' doesnt even come close to describing that.. Seriously great work there


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/01 13:16:47


Post by: JeffyP


sockwithaticket wrote:That's really cool.
Januine wrote: 'awesome' doesnt even come close to describing that.. Seriously great work there

I really appreciate it!

Just put on the door yesterday. Had to cut down a sheet of acrylic to the right size which was a pain. Mounted it with hardware from Lowes. Didn't turn out quite as nice as I wanted but it was a heck of a learning experience. The second cabinet (for my Chaos Wolves) will be that much better.

Also loaded up the cabinet with the whole army. Not everything is magnetized yet but we're almost done!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/01 14:11:16


Post by: Januine


Words....... There are none!!!!!!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/01 17:21:55


Post by: KernelTerror


Congratulation, awesome looking case !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/02 03:43:53


Post by: LostCarcosa25


JeffyP, your armies are themselves amazing, but that display board has me

What a perfect idea. Have you considered attaching heavy wire to the back of the display board in order to hang it upon a wall when it is not being transported? Or possibly even having it sitting on a bookshelf/table for added stability with the hangers to fasten it to a wall? One accidental nudge could be devastating. Anyways, fantastic work, and I cannot wait for more!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/02 23:06:24


Post by: KrautScientist


That display case is absolutely spectacular -- as is the army collected within. A triumph! Brilliant stuff!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/02 23:11:58


Post by: Desubot


Oh wow. what the feth. it looks fantastic.

is the shelves just foam glued in?

seems kinda unsafe though not sure.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/03 08:19:09


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


Absolutely amazing. Stunning work.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/03 09:04:55


Post by: evildrcheese


Holy moly. That is the best custom display case I've ever seen. Amazing work.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/05 00:36:43


Post by: JeffyP


Januine wrote:Words....... There are none!!!!!!
KernelTerror wrote:Congratulation, awesome looking case !
evildrcheese wrote:Holy moly. That is the best custom display case I've ever seen. Amazing work. EDC
Inevitable_Faith wrote:Absolutely amazing. Stunning work.
Thanks, everyone! It's wonderful to get such great feedback! There are still some minor details to finish up but I'm really proud of how the whole thing turned out.

Desubot wrote:Oh wow. what the feth. it looks fantastic.

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Hahah thanks. Yeah, the shelves are pink foam plus a layer of sheet metal and then plastic tray toppers. Spackle paste on top and then a layer of sand and white glue. The whole thing is surprisingly strong. You can see pictures above where the first shelf held up two giant law books.

LostCarcosa25 wrote:JeffyP, your armies are themselves amazing, but that display board has me

What a perfect idea. Have you considered attaching heavy wire to the back of the display board in order to hang it upon a wall when it is not being transported? Or possibly even having it sitting on a bookshelf/table for added stability with the hangers to fasten it to a wall? One accidental nudge could be devastating. Anyways, fantastic work, and I cannot wait for more!
Thanks, man. You hit the nail on the head. I plan to mount this up on the wall in my gaming room. Now I'll actually be able to see my minis!

KrautScientist wrote:That display case is absolutely spectacular -- as is the army collected within. A triumph! Brilliant stuff!
Thanks a lot! Means that much more coming from you. I've been following your work for years and have drawn a ton of inspiration from your conversions and even outright stole some. Heck, I even mirrored your forum signature links. Thanks for all you do and keep it up!







JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/07 12:21:25


Post by: KrautScientist


Cheers, mate! Seeing a stunning army like this and knowing that I might have contributed a small part to its conception somewhere along the line is really cool! Again, absolutely fantastic work!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/08 04:12:29


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


By the Dark mechanicum!

It's been a little while since i've dropped in on your Blog and good lord am i impressed! That display cabinet is absolutely fantastic. It makes me want to build one like it and make it look like the depths of a forge world for my iron warriors!

I just love this atmosphere and theme, it's wonderful and i can't wait to see more!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/08 22:11:50


Post by: JeffyP


 ThunderFury 2575 wrote:
By the Dark mechanicum!

It's been a little while since i've dropped in on your Blog and good lord am i impressed! That display cabinet is absolutely fantastic. It makes me want to build one like it and make it look like the depths of a forge world for my iron warriors!

I just love this atmosphere and theme, it's wonderful and i can't wait to see more!


Thanks, ThunderFury! I just checked out your blog as well and DAMN your army is looking good. Post an army-wide shot so we can see all of it together!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/08 22:19:13


Post by: JeffyP


I've just about completed the cabinet and am now thinking about where exactly to hang it up in my gaming room. Then it hit me: I've never posted photos of my gaming room! So, here we are.

We moved to our current house two years ago. My lovely wife decided that I could have the entire walk-out basement for myself. YES! Until we moved here, I was always confined to a single desk or area to do all of my hobbies and work. Well, now I can spread out! I have a computer desk for gaming and work. A hobby desk for model building (and sometimes painting). A coffee table (with lamp) that I usually paint at where I can also have the TV on right in my line of sight.

In the back I have our old kitchen table for my gaming. My neighbor and I play a lot of Xwing here. There are two display cases though I'm not a huge fan of the tall glass one. Just too much in there! Also, you can see my dog, Petey.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/09 04:45:44


Post by: Inevitable_Faith


You have a beautiful space there! Very jealous. It's amazing too that it's above-ground and not a basement, there's so much natural lighting it looks like it'd be amazing to play there. As a neat-freak I also see that you keep it very tidy and organized, that gets a huge from me!

As for a place to hang it up as much as it pains me to say this I think it'd look best right where you have that Watchmen picture. The pain of not enough wall-space is all too real for any collector


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/09 05:37:12


Post by: evildrcheese


That's an awesome gaming/hobby area.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/11 07:10:13


Post by: LostCarcosa25


That is an amazing setup you have there (as well as a very kind wife)! Your desk in particular is fantastic. Like Inevitable_Faith, I think it would look best where the Comedian is hanging. The space to the left of the two bookshelves & directly above the backpacks (in the third photo) may also be another spot to consider.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/13 22:19:16


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys. Come on over to play a game if you're ever in Ohio!

I think you're both right. Thanks again for the advice. As much as it pained me, I took down the Comedian poster. He's one of my all-time favorites! Oh well. The cabinet is up and I took a few pictures. Still need to fix the door magnet and paint it so it's not a glaring white rectangle in the top right corner.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/14 00:38:59


Post by: Januine


BOOM!!! That is just beyond fantastic! What an amazing piece to have up on the wall. Couldnt look better. Great stuff fella


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/14 05:05:45


Post by: LostCarcosa25


Np, JeffyP. That case is too cool. Looking forward to seeing whatever you have planned next.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/14 13:35:11


Post by: GentGiant


IMO this is an example of the product of having a passion for what you do. You clearly have a passion for the conversion and painting and it shows through. Infinite thumbs up!!!! I wonder when someone is going to offer you serious $$ for your stuff!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/15 22:38:23


Post by: JeffyP


I appreciate all the great feedback! Hopefully the second one is as good. I'm just now starting to figure out the layout for my Chaos Wolves.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/17 00:37:10


Post by: JeffyP


Speaking of the Chaos Wolves, I have a few updates. First up are my Wulfen. 2 Claws and 3 Hammer/Shield guys. I'm pretty happy with how they turned out. Still need to finish "winterizing" the bases. Hope you like them!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/17 06:02:25


Post by: evildrcheese


The Choas Wolves are looking great. Fantastic work on the Wulfen.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/17 12:58:57


Post by: Big H


They look great !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/17 22:11:40


Post by: Januine


Wow Jeffy - those convs are looking awsome and a fantastic paintjob on top. Really great work fella


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/17 22:21:24


Post by: Guildenstern


amazing set up, beautiful conversions! love your stuff!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/19 23:56:54


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, everybody! The Wulfen were somehow purchased, built, and painted while other long-standing projects are just sitting around... Oh well!

Up next is my Murderfang Conversion. The goal was to make a Dreadnought-like war machine that really looks as though it could wipe 8-12 men per combat turn. Hope you like him!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 02:21:39


Post by: JeffyP


Oh, No! I was just looking back through my blog here to give you all a page reference for the initial WIP pictures of Murderfang and they're not here... sorry! Here are the photos I have of the build process.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 02:50:16


Post by: l0k1


Amazing stuff here! I wish I had your kit bashing/greenstuff skills!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 07:32:55


Post by: KernelTerror


Wow, that is an amazing dreadnought, really brutal, and loving the beastial shaped leg, making it easy to picture him rushing into the fight. Congrats !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 08:26:52


Post by: evildrcheese


Holy Cow. That Murder Fang conversion is totally boss. Amazing work.

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 08:55:46


Post by: Januine


Wow. That piece is sick!!!! Seriously awesome conversion an a spot on paintjob to go with. Really fantastic stuff


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/20 09:10:53


Post by: jhe90


Nice dread, well chaos, wolf, hybrid monster.

Its feral, and brutal, perfect


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/21 13:51:10


Post by: KrautScientist


On the one hand, the converted Wulfen don't do much for me: The models are just so inherently goofy that not even your valiant efforts manage to redeem them in my eyes

But whoa, that Dreadnought! That is some spectacular work indeed -- I especially love how you've managed to give him a humanoid, but also subtly bestial, quality. In fact, I cannot help wondering what he would look like with a longer neck emerging from that cowling around his head and a juggernaut (or even Maulerfiend) head. But anyway, stellar work on that beast!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/21 14:10:48


Post by: JeffyP


l0k1 wrote:Amazing stuff here! I wish I had your kit bashing/greenstuff skills!
Thanks! I just checked out your gallery and was very impressed. You got skills too!

KernelTerror wrote:Wow, that is an amazing dreadnought, really brutal, and loving the beastial shaped leg, making it easy to picture him rushing into the fight. Congrats !
evildrcheese wrote:Holy Cow. That Murder Fang conversion is totally boss. Amazing work.
Januine wrote:Wow. That piece is sick!!!! Seriously awesome conversion an a spot on paintjob to go with. Really fantastic stuff
jhe90 wrote:Nice dread, well chaos, wolf, hybrid monster. Its feral, and brutal, perfect
Thanks, everyone! The second Murderfang was released I was like "Oh hell yeah, but let's maybe make him not waddle into battle..." and here we are. I appreciate all the good feedback!

KrautScientist wrote:On the one hand, the converted Wulfen don't do much for me: The models are just so inherently goofy that not even your valiant efforts manage to redeem them in my eyes But whoa, that Dreadnought! That is some spectacular work indeed -- I especially love how you've managed to give him a humanoid, but also subtly bestial, quality. In fact, I cannot help wondering what he would look like with a longer neck emerging from that cowling around his head and a juggernaut (or even Maulerfiend) head. But anyway, stellar work on that beast!
Yeah, I hear you on the Wulfen. Goofy is as goofy does. They were fun to build though!

And regarding the Murderfang head, perhaps you have a certain Dreadnought in mind?



JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/21 14:14:22


Post by: JeffyP


Here's a few shots of Murderfang next to my Imperial Knight. I'm happy with how the color scheme is turning out model-to-model. Can't help but feel like the Knight is a proud papa!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/21 20:33:16


Post by: Big H


Awesome games room matey , actually better than my FLGS !
And those last two models look just perfect , nice one matey !


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/23 00:00:11


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, Big H. I may have to start charging admission to play here!
 JeffyP wrote:
Well, I'm on to a new project. I've always LOVED Chaos Space Marines and one of the biggest reasons I got into the game was when I saw a Khorne Juggernaut... what's not to love?!? Playing CSM has always left something to be desired. My play style favors fast, hard hitting CC units. I was all about mobility in 5th and 6th Editions (and now EVERYONE is in 7th) and Chaos just never delivered like I wanted.

So it got me thinking... how can a field a whole slew of Juggernauts, build fun conversions, AND have a fast, competitive army? Cue the SPACE WOLVES.

So here we go! I'm staring on a Counts-As Space Wolves Army themed as Dark Mechanicus. Juggernauts are the perfect fit for some counts-as Thunderwolves. Fenrisian Wolves open up possibilies as do Bikers, Dreadnaughts, and Drop Pods. Plus, playing as an Imperial Codex opens up so many conversion options that I never had before: Imperial Knights, Astra Militarium, Adeptus Mechanicus... you name it!

Some of you may remember that I started my Chaos Wolves (Dark Mechanicus) back in June 2015. What finally sealed the deal for me were Juggernauts. They've always been my favorite model and when Khorne Daemonkin was released without them (besides HQs) I finally gave up hope of ever fielding them en masse. If a dedicated Khorne book doesn't have Marines riding Juggernauts and/or Bloodcrushers, then what book will?!? NONE I TELL YOU! NONE!

Anyway, that was the final straw. Chaos wouldn't let me field an army of my dreams so I had to look elsewhere. Space Wolves Thunderpuppies were a rough equivalent so here we are.... I give you, my Chaos Thunderwolves. Six Total: two units of three each. Two Powerfists/Storm Shields and one barebones guy.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/24 21:43:13


Post by: JeffyP


The Chaos Wolves were raging through my FLGS tournament. Had a great time and did very well too!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/25 03:45:19


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


Stellar models! I love that knight!

"And worlds burned in his wake"


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/25 05:13:36


Post by: evildrcheese


Brilliant action shots. The knight and murderfang looks great together ("They grow up so fast!").

Amazing actions shots too

EDC


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/26 22:23:26


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! Action shots are so much fun to take! Should do it more often.
 Kid_Kyoto wrote:
Stellar models! I love that knight!"And worlds burned in his wake"
Love that quote. From anywhere or is it yours? I may have to put that on the model itself.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/28 20:00:08


Post by: JeffyP


Started on Cabinet #2. This one is for the Chaos Wolves. Going to try for a ruined city theme.

You can see the the planning drawing below. The whole army entails:
-2 Wolf Lords on Thunderwolves (Giant Mortarchs to separate them from normal Thunderwolves)
-7 Thunderwolves
-2 Iron Priests on Thunderwolves
-8 Cyberwolves
-20 Fenrisian Wolves
-6 Wolfguard Bikers
-Murderfang
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-5 Wulfen

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/29 14:54:05


Post by: JeffyP


Made some progress yesterday and this morning. The bottom shelf will hold the 6 Wolf Guard Bikers and 16 Fenrisian Wolves. Got the TableWar trays and glued in and just finished spackling around everything. Once that dries, I'll add plasticard tiles, bits, and sand.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/05/29 23:04:49


Post by: Januine


another one??? AWESOME!!!!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/15 21:59:41


Post by: JeffyP


Took a break from the Chaos Wolves cabinet and returned to Orks for a bit. Specifically, started on a Ghazghkull conversion. As a base, I'm using the new Orruk Warboss model from the Age of Sigmar. It's just a sweet looking (and MASSIVE!) model!



JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/15 22:00:56


Post by: JeffyP


Here's the progress shots so far.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/15 22:26:54


Post by: STG


Just popped in to see this thread due to the orruk/ghaz conversion in the title. wasn't disappointed! looks rad dude. always thought the standard ghaz was a little bit small


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/17 21:49:50


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, STG. Made some progress on him. Even after finishing up all the armor joints and mechanical bits, he still looked a bit short. I wanted this Ghaz model to be GHAZ! A GIANT FREAKING ORK!

Plus, when taken in the Ork-curion detachment, Ghaz can call a Waagh each and every turn so I wanted something to capture that on the model itself. Thus, A GIANT FREAKING WAAGH BANNER! Orks across the entire battlefield become fearless when they see Ghaz charging with his giant banner aflame.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/17 21:51:16


Post by: JeffyP


And here he is all primed up and ready for paint.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/17 22:55:27


Post by: STG


Looking forward to some paint, looks rad!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/18 11:47:05


Post by: Januine


Dude!! That is awesome!! Seriously amazing conversion. Cant wait to see him all painted. Great job


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/19 17:51:16


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! Planning on fielding the Ghaz ord-decurion detachment which also requires Mad Dok Grotsnik. Worked on him at the same time as Ghaz. He's ready for some paint too!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/19 22:11:20


Post by: STG


Gork and Mork are smiling man.
although don't tell the commissar I said that .. Good work!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/23 22:22:15


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, STG.

Also been working on a Battlewagon. The goal is to field a total of 5 of these bad boys for the Blitz Brigade Formation. You've all already seen the first one, which is a Pirate Ship. I plan to keep them all as boat themes to be an Ork Navy Fleet of sorts.
BW# 1- Pirate Ship
BW# 2- Riverboat
BW# 3- Battleship
BW# 4- Aircraft Carrier
BW#5- ????

Ideas for the fifth would be welcome!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/06/24 15:47:04


Post by: Cleatus


Heh heh heh, Ork riverboat. Love it.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/16 13:53:36


Post by: JeffyP


It's been a while but I got the Ork Riverboat all primed up. Take a look! It's amazing how a layer of paint can pull it all together. Starting to take shape...

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/16 14:00:25


Post by: JeffyP


I swear there's a reason I was gone so long! Here's Battlewagon #3, The Battleship. It would have been nice to take WIP shots during the build... I know, I know. My apologies.

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/16 14:03:28


Post by: JeffyP


Last--and certainly not least--is the first Battlewagon: the Pirate Ship. He's getting close to being done. Need to add a kannon and Ork Boy krew. And of course, paint up the sails with Orky glyphs and whatnot.

Please let me know what you think!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/16 14:39:08


Post by: Spacewolverine


That ship is so full of win! The sales turned out great. The crew is awesome... Great conversion and paint job!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/17 02:48:49


Post by: Kurnost


Holy hell! I tuned in for your wulfen and then saw that Ghazghull.... wow. Also love the ship!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/17 03:31:44


Post by: Gulgog TufToof


Righteous Ghaz conversion + Orky Navy Ft(F'in)w! So much awesome...
Nice to see a miniature that does the prophet of da friggin' Waaaaaagh! some justice.


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/17 10:35:29


Post by: ThunderFury 2575


good lord...these are..breathtaking to say the least :O


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/17 14:37:45


Post by: JeffyP


Thanks, guys! I really appreciate all the great feedback!

Here are all three together. Two more to go!

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JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/18 12:48:56


Post by: Novasetri


This is mindblowing! Love the conversion work and the paintjob is absolutely stellar!

Have you come up with any ideas for the 5th one yet? I think an all terrain submarine would be pretty cool! maybe with a big drill like a termite so it can stay submerged in land too



JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/18 13:03:45


Post by: Ubl1k


Honestly one of the best converters I have ever seen everything is done so cleanly and beautifully


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/18 14:37:05


Post by: tundrafrog1124


This is truly exceptional work, all throughout this thread.
Perhaps the fifth ship could be an Ork submarine like structure? Maybe with a drill on the front instead though, and tracks layering the whole bottom?


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/18 16:19:44


Post by: Cleatus


Darn fine conversion work. I love how they're clearly still battle wagons, but you've customized them so much that they've become wholly unique builds. More pics, please!


JeffyP's Project Log: BACK FROM THE DEAD! @ 2016/07/19 22:12:34


Post by: JeffyP


Ubl1k wrote:Honestly one of the best converters I have ever seen everything is done so cleanly and beautifully

I really appreciate the high praise! Thank you so much!
tundrafrog1124 wrote:This is truly exceptional work, all throughout this thread.
Perhaps the fifth ship could be an Ork submarine like structure? Maybe with a drill on the front instead though, and tracks layering the whole bottom?
Novasetri wrote:This is mindblowing! Love the conversion work and the paintjob is absolutely stellar!
Have you come up with any ideas for the 5th one yet? I think an all terrain submarine would be pretty cool! maybe with a big drill like a termite so it can stay submerged in land too

Thanks, guys! You're both on to something there with the Ork Submarine idea.... LET'S DO IT!
Cleatus wrote:Darn fine conversion work. I love how they're clearly still battle wagons, but you've customized them so much that they've become wholly unique builds. More pics, please!

I'm on it, Cleatus. In fact, I think some army shots are long overdue. I'll try to pull everything out this weekend to take some "State of the Army" shots.