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Hi there. From the moment I saw the 30th Anniversary marine, I knew I just had to make a Diorama with it.

After a few ideas I think I've settled on him being a Mantis Warrior trying to survive against 2-3 Carcharadons in long grasses.

So far I have a few different ideas as to exactly what situation my Mantis Warrior will be facing (in the poll), please choose what you guys would think best.

Also, I have a few follow up questions -
1. Should he be already wounded or in perfect fighting form?
2. Should there be bodies of other Mantis Warriors?
3. Should one of the Carcharadons be Tyberos the Red Wake or keep it non-named?
4. Should he kill/injure one of the Carcharadons?

Thanks.

Also, if you guys have any ideas for how to make this even more awesome.... I WANT TO KNOW!

Literally didn't know they'd leaked pics. So happy it is a beakie, now I don't need to buy it

Marines don't hide, marines don't flee. Your choice is a simple one.

kb_lock wrote:
Literally didn't know they'd leaked pics. So happy it is a beakie, now I don't need to buy it

Marines don't hide, marines don't flee. Your choice is a simple one.

This.

A Mantis in tall grass? Those sharks are not going in to ambush him, he’s laid a trap for them!

One should already be a bloody, smoldering heap. His squad mates are heading to where his last screams were heard. If there are enough of them, a few might fight their way to safety.

But I wouldn’t bet on it.

I voted for the one where he's hiding, but Space Marines don't hide. I'd recommend making it look like he's more waiting, waiting for them to fall into his trap.