Update #14 Dec 30, 2013

The chain beards are here.

Hi there guys & gals! Christmas holidays are behind us, and most of us got back to office. Currently we still feel a bit overfed, but we’re ready to rumble! So, without further ado, let’s talk about some work we’ve done through last few days!




Possessed Metal Beards are taking some shape right now. One of the most important piece of the new models are their helmets. Simple, yet clearly “corrupted”, they visibly distinguish the Possessed Metal Beards from their rightful counterparts. Also, you can check the much desired “chain beards” – that’s a tribute to our backers and supporters – thanks folks! That said, the corrupted “feel” of this models is very strong with only helmets done. Now imagine the rest of the model – spiked shoulder pads, maybe some chainmail, skulls and crystals etc. Hope you like it guys! Be sure to leave a comment either here or in comments section!



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As you can see, with unlocking 15 000 pounds pledge we now focus on Possessed Metal Beards (a WIP name for them is Sons of Kashan Vra – what do you think? Badass enough?). However, we have some good news for regular dwarves fans – but you will have to wait until tomorrow to know what it is! Ha, that’s how evil we are. Maybe the corruption of the Sons of Kashan Vra is slowly taking us also? But, cry no more! We also have an almost finished render of Dread Cannon! As you can see, it comes with a gun platform, on which the gun itself is mounted. You can also see the seat for the Dread Cannon operator! We love the look of the gun – like an WWII anti - aircraft gun!

As always, thanks for support guys! We’re on our way to 18 000 pound, and with unlocking another stretch goal, we can only do better!

Be sure to leave a comment – the chain beards are here, so maybe YOUR idea will also be incorporated in this project!

Happy New Year 2014!

Wooo hooo guys & gals! Are you ready to party? Year 2013 was quite good for us, but it seems that 2014 will be even better!

In this update we wanted to talk about some of our plans for this campaign. We entered a steady phase of the kickstarter campaigns when the stretch goals become unlocked in a matter of days instead of hours, but this is pretty normal for crowdfunding projects, and in truth, give us some breath and some space. We designed this campaign as a two stage project - first stage was the development of Metal Beards range, and on reaching the 15 000 pounds stretch goal, we began the second phase - creating Sons of Kashan Vra. However, this doesn't mean, the regular Metal Beards will only have those units which are already unlocked, no. Some of you folks provide us with cool ideas we could use to make some really nice models for the dwarves, and right now, we decided to add two more unit choices to the Metal Beards:

a) 5 Metal Beards with Jet Packs
b) 5 Metal Beards gone berserk, with mohawk heads and dynamic poses.

We are now deciding whether it's better to do a upgrade set, or an new whole unit. But both of them will be done apart from stretch goals and added to the order form with proper points cost.

This was your idea guys! Dwarves on Jet Packs were suggestes both here as on our Facebook profile, and the "Berserk Beards" were suggested in our comments section. We are very happy how this campaign is rolling, that's exactly what we had in mind when we launched it. Seeing, that you provide us with such cool ideas, sometimes very creative ones, is a confirmation of our concept for this campaign!

Those two small units needs names, and as soon as we will find proper ones we will list them in upgraded points cost list!

Also, as you can see, some of the stretch goals were updated tomorrow, but in case you missed it we also place it here!



So, have a great party folks! Don't get too drunk, but don't hold back also!

As always, if you want to comment or add you opinion - go for it!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2014 GUYS & GALS!

Update #16: The Beards are here!

Hi folks!

Well, what can we say. Those minis are badass. Quality is very nice, details are very nice, design is very nice. And they will propably look even better! So this is pretty big step for us. From the 3D renders, to fully casted miniatures. And they look very cool. See yourselfs:






How's that! Pretty nifty eh? But that's only lord, wait until you see whole unit!





Alright alright! Stop drooling! We know! They are pretty cool. Now, on thursday (tommorow in fact) we will send some of the miniatures for some blogs and vlogs for review, so you will be able to get even better insight of what you will be receiving! As always, leave a comment - we are very gratefull for all the feedback you guys & gals were giving those past few days!

Update #17: Moar pictures and some info about Sons of Kashan Vra warmachines

Hi!

Time for another update! We will take a closer look on some of the first casts we shown you yesterday. Some of you asked if we can show some of the models separately, so they could see closer and check the details. No problem guys & gals! So take a seat and take a closer lok on those gorgeous models!

So that's Anvilborn. Hope you like the little close - ups we did for you. Also, since some of you people asked, all our miniatures will come with scenic bases designed just for them. The ones you can see on the pictures above are only for visual purposes, and doesn't represent the final ones. We will post some pictures of the bases for the Metal Beards soon, so stay tuned.

Spoiler:

Also, for the Sons of Kashan Vra fans. Here's some insight for the lore of the warmachines.

World Trembler is rightly feared engine of doom. Massive gun is forged in the deapest caverns of Mother of the Mountain, and after a series of corrupted blessings and rituals it's mounted on a specially engineered carriage. Each projectile for World Trembler is infused with the power of the mysterious crystals used by Sons of Kashan Vra for various purposes. The ancient power hidden in glowing gems provides World Trembler with enormous firepower. Lobbing shell after shell high into the air, it provides long range ordnance for armies of the possessed dwarves. When the shells hit the ground, everything around explodes in a shower of debris and mangled parts of their enemies. It seems even the whole world shudder in terror and tremble - hence the name.

Life Shredder is a more classic weapon of war. Giant rocket thrower, whose power of steam is greatly augumented by the magical power of the corrupted crystals, provide this machine with unique and singular hitting power. It is said, that the rocket can skewer anything it hits - flesh, bone or hardened steel - nothing can withstand it's impact. It's is even said, that whole ranks of troops were obliterated with single missile, leaving a bloody trail through whole unit. When the Life Shredder fires, no cover can save you.

Incinerator is propably the most feared of all Sons of Kashan Vra warmachines. While the World Trembler fire long, arced shots, and rely on the ammo to do the killing, the Incinerator is much more finesse weapon. Deep in the Mother of Mountains lies great Furnaces of the corrupted dwarves - fueled by endless supply of lava, it melts through all known materials. However, the Sons of Kashan Vra are caring not for the limitations of other. Using the magical power from crystals they found the way to launch the lava into the ranks of their opponents. The resulting conflagration is a terrible sight. Screams of victims burned alive as well as scarred earth are a testimony to great power of Incinerator.

Maw of the Mountain is the most sophisticated of the warmachines used by corrupted dwarves. Not only it requires very long preparations, a lot of materials, but also requires carefull attention - if anything goes wrong, the consequences might be terrible. Cause the Maw of the Mountain is a warmachine imbued with the power of the mysterious crystals themselves. The World Trembler was a prototype warmachine, a test subject if you will. The Maw of the Mountain was a result of field tests of the latter. Much mystery shrouds the Maw, but all reports are filled with one terrifying detail - it seems that the Maw of the Mountain can operate on it's own, as it had it's own will. Is it the power of the crystal, or is it even darker secrets only time can tell. But one is certain, When the Maw devours, nothing can stop it.

As always - be sure to leave comments and feedback!

Update #18: Sons of Kashan Vra - first look at 3D renders.

Hi there folks! Time for corrupting!

This time we decided to show you some first, still WIP stage, 3D renders of infamous Sons of Kashan Vra. No time to talk, check the pictures below!









As you can see, corruption takes deep root in Sons of Kashan Vra. Although there is a visible similarity to the Metal Beards, the horns, the deamonic faces, skulls and last but not least - the terrifying masks. Also, where the Metal Beards use the round, classic shields, the Sons of Kashan Vra are known for proudly displaying their gruesome trophies on their guards. Corrupted shields are often forged into shapes of the demonic jaws, and are even known to cackle maniacally on occasions. The other distinction is the usage of weapons. Metal Beards prefer simple and "regal" dwarf weapon - axe, maul and hammer. Sons of Kashan Vra are much more individual - scythes, flails, morgernsterns and so on. The more deadly the better. Which in fact, reflects a motto of Sons of Kashan Vra. How do you like the first approach to corrupted brethrens of Mother of the Mountain?

 RiTides wrote:
I would not want to meet those guys in a dark alley... some scary, scary looking dudes, for sure!

Update #19: Sons of Kashan Vra part II

Hi there!

Yesterday you could check the very first 3D renders of Sons of Kashan Vra - it seemed they were met with much enthusiasm and cheering, which made us believe the corruption runs deeper than we thought! The Sons of Kashan Vra are gathering their followers and soon enough, they will break from their caves like lava firestorm of beards and foulness!

But before that happen, we wish to show you them a little bit closer! Yesterday you had some cool pictures, but today we managed to prepare two short videos. Sit back and enjoy!
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As you can see, there is one more detail that set Sons of Kashan Vra apart from their brethren - the crystals. The crystals were mentioned numerous times right now, and are one of the most important feature of the corrupted ones. Just check the movies above! The Metal Beards are powered by steam - most of their body is in fact a furnace, a boiler, etc - while the Sons of Kashan Vra are powered by the mysterious forces locked in the crystals! Just compare the belly of a Metal Beard and a Son of Kashan Vra - the differences are to big to miss (ha, pun intended!).

As always, be sure to leave a comment and tell us what you think!

Update #20 Jan 6, 2014

It's drilling time!

Hi folks!

Well well well, the long awaited Steel Miners are here! When we unlocked the stretch goal and reveal that Steel Miners will be done, a lot of you guys & gals asked if they would have drills for weapons. Now, first brainstorm we had resulted in epic "drillness" and we decided to keep this theme for whole unit! No mattocks, no pickaxes, only drills. And let's face it, the bigger drill, the better!





As you can see, the drills are pretty massive. We found out that mattocks and pickaxes, while being "iconic" weapons of dwarfen miners, are a bit plain, when compared to steam drills. We thought it would be cool, to give the miners a two handed drills as their only weapon, but a impressive one! And seeing how the 3D renders work out, we think it was a very cool idea - Steel Miners, while still being clearly recognisable as a dwarf miner unit, are having a unique flavour and a strong theme, that keeps them together as a unit.