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2013/03/11 23:11:39
Subject: Plastic Praetorians + Scratch Building - scratch built BFG ships and an Ork Monowheel
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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[img]I'm sure I'm not the first to do this, but I'm kitbashing plastic Pistoliers with Cadians to make plastic Praetorians.
I was pleasantly surprised that each box of Pistoliers contains 17 heads. This means I can do head swaps for a full Infantry squad (plus one spare for a character or towards a weapon team) as well as make a 6-man Rough Rider squad from each box. Handy! It also means I'll be fielding lots of rough riders so it'll be a characterful army. I debated not using the beards ones, but decided I like them after all!
Here are the first three infantrymen and WIP on a Rough Rider. I trimmed the legs to make the upper leg armour look more soft pads than plate metal, trimmed behind the leg and scored a line in the calf to mark the top of the boot. I left the knee of the armour but trimmed off the rivet, again so I can paint them up as knee pads instead of metal armour. I'll drill through the grenade to fit the hunting lance, turning it into a handgrip instead.
For the Guardsmen, I had to trim the collar off the bodies so the back of the helmet would fit. Otherwise, assembly as normal. I'll be saving all the multi-barrelled Outrider guns and armoured torsos to convert into my army's Stormtroopers with Hellguns.
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 Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/03/11 23:25:03
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Tail-spinning Tomb Blade Pilot
Where people Live Free, or Die
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Awesome idea! Keep up the work!
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 Menaphite Dynasty Necrons - 6000
 Karak Hirn Dwarfs - 2500
How many lawyers does it take to change a light bulb?
-- Fifty-Four -- Eight to argue, one to get a continuance, one to object, one to demur, two to research precedents, one to dictate a letter, one to stipulate, five to turn in their time cards, one to depose, one to write interrogatories, two to settle, one to order a secretary to change the bulb, and twenty eight to bill for professional services.
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2013/03/12 00:37:51
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Quick mockup of a limber style lascannon:
Just realised my number of minis per box calculations are wrong because of the torso donation - oops! Ah well, will give me spare legs, and if I figure out a way to make the Pistolier torsos into carapace-armoured Stormtrooper torsos I won't end up short any minis. Phew!
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This message was edited 4 times. Last update was at 2015/08/27 08:57:08
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/03/12 10:57:43
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Mutilatin' Mad Dok
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dude sweet army, i definitely like ur idea of using empire pistoliers to make praetorians. maybe with the rest of the pistoliers you can turn them into veterans/stormtroopers/penal/etc.
anyway i look forward to seeing the rest of ur work
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2013/03/12 17:32:43
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Really clever idea, using the pistoliers- you've made some very nice updated praetorians, there.
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2013/03/17 14:32:03
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Started a test scheme. I've stripped him now as washes ruined the trousers, but what do you think? I prefer the white trousers to the studio blue/red stripe ones I think.
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This message was edited 2 times. Last update was at 2015/08/27 08:57:31
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/03/17 15:43:16
Subject: Re:JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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ooh! This thread looks like it has lots of promise. Subscribed, can't wait for more 
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2013/03/19 21:41:34
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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This message was edited 1 time. Last update was at 2015/07/29 10:11:58
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/04/05 13:18:54
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) (plus some Chaos kitbash fun too!)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Quick update:
Stormtrooper mockup...
Not perfect... C&C welcome. I wanted to use the Outrider torsos, so using the capes made a lot of sense too. I added a Catachan lasgun barrel to the repeater gun, to give a mini-multilaser look. Hope you agree it makes a suitable Hellgun. Not sold on the power pack and cable... They may need a touch of work.
Update:
A little squad of Stormtroopers is coming together nicely.
And here's a Commisar, body was in an eBay bitz bag.
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/04/06 12:39:45
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) (plus some Chaos kitbash fun too!)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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I think I may shorten the repeater Hellguns by cutting the multi barrels at the next section down, then re-affixing the lasgun emitter. Just a bit too long just now to look plausible!!!
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/04/08 21:17:45
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) (plus some Chaos kitbash fun too!)
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Test model. Face is a little unfinished, and overall won't win prizes, but I'm happy with it.
What basing should I use? A nice trad green to offset the red? Something sandier and tuftier?
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/04/10 09:52:57
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Let the squad painting commence...
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This message was edited 1 time. Last update was at 2015/08/27 09:04:06
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2013/05/15 19:12:48
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Flitting about like a mad thing. Started on a biplane Valkyrie/Vendetta... Building around a plywood biplane model!
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/07/03 15:45:31
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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A couple of years later...
More to come.
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/07/03 17:46:41
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Leaping Khawarij
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I like it you should continue
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2015/07/04 03:59:44
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Those look very nice. I especially like the choice of color for the models.
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2015/07/04 04:45:14
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Ragin' Ork Dreadnought
Deep in the Outer Boroughs of NYC
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Wow, great work on those rough riders. It only took you...2 years? Not bad. It typically takes me upwards of 5 years to complete my conversions. 
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2015/07/28 20:00:16
Subject: JohnnyHell's Plastic Praetorian Parade (an IG kitbash blog) - Test model painted!
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/07/29 08:48:24
Subject: Astra Militarum- All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - now with Tanks and Rough Riders
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Argh, having glued one up I don't know if I prefer this arrangement now!!! The perils of choice.
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This message was edited 1 time. Last update was at 2015/08/27 09:09:45
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/07/29 09:06:44
Subject: Astra Militarum- All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - now with Tanks and Rough Riders
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Is 'Eavy Metal Calling?
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Personally, I'd raise the hull on any you want as Russes, leave them lowered on any Chimera-hulled tanks. Should help distinguish them.
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2015/07/29 09:47:35
Subject: Astra Militarum- All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - now with Tanks and Rough Riders
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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I have a plan... Forward raised hull for Russ config, and I've made a rear raised hull with mini turret version for Chimeras. That way, the big box carrying troops is at the back. I'm going to model a new hatch on the flat back of the hull, rather than use the kit bits. Photos tonight, hopefully.
Automatically Appended Next Post:
Removed all the Chaos dabblings and early versions. Updates with more finished Scions and squads soon.
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/08/26 20:24:26
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - now with Tanks and Rough Riders
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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While I work on tanks and Rough Riders, I also threw together a couple of personalities.
My scratchbuilt Commisar Yarrick - DV Chaos Lord cloak, Space Marine front torso, Baneblade commander head, AOBR Warboss power klaw, Terminator arm, previous edition monopose plastic Terminator Storm Bolter, Scout legs and pistol arm, copious Green Stuff and Milliput. Still to do: drill barrels, final details, sand on base.
I've heard some people suggest that the GW Yarrick didn't actually kill Ugulhard, instead commissioning a human-sized klaw to *look* like he was a badass. Well, this guy doesn't have that problem. He has *definitely* killed a full-size Ork Warboss!
And here's a characterful medic, from a Macragge Lieutenant Whatsisname that had lost a hand and had a melty glue face. New 'rubber glove' hand from Empire Militia, oversize syringe cut down from a Marine back banner.
(eBay bits boxes are fun when you're bored)
Also, moved all my images to Dakka gallery as I'm bored of Photobucket, and they are hopefully more accessible now. Updating the whole plog was a bit of a pain!
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/08/26 23:26:03
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 26 August - big Commisar Yarrick scratchbuild
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Lord of the Fleet
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Neat kitbashes!
though the shaved helmets make me think more 1950's sci fi than pith helmets
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2015/08/27 23:13:59
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 26 August - big Commisar Yarrick scratchbuild
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/10/05 16:14:08
Subject: Re:Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 26 August - big Commisar Yarrick scratchbuild
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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This message was edited 1 time. Last update was at 2015/10/05 16:15:38
Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/10/05 18:10:48
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 26 August - big Commisar Yarrick scratchbuild
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Ragin' Ork Dreadnought
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I'd comment and tell you stuff looks great, but it seems like you don't notice or acknowledge any commentators.
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2015/10/05 18:15:34
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 26 August - big Commisar Yarrick scratchbuild
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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I haven't really given the thread a lot of attention, to be honest, so thank you for the praise and the criticism is fair and noted. ;-)
Automatically Appended Next Post:
And actually, kenshin620's comment has shaped the final direction of my Stormtroopers... Pics up very soon! I went much more "Fifties Spaceman" in the end.
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/10/05 19:46:28
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 5 October - Here come the Cavalry
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Very cool stuff. The world needs more bearded guardsmen.
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2015/10/07 18:53:43
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 5 October - Here come the Cavalry
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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2015/10/12 17:15:56
Subject: Astra Militarum - All-plastic Praetorians kitbash blog - 7 October - Bitz box Commissars
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Grim Dark Angels Interrogator-Chaplain
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Stormonu wrote:For me, the joy is in putting some good-looking models on the board and playing out a fantasy battle - not arguing over the poorly-made rules of some 3rd party who neither has any power over my play nor will be visiting me (and my opponent) to ensure we are "playing by the rules"
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