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Those new Elves are lovely (except Teclis), might even be enough to get me into AOS.

 Hanskrampf wrote:

 Esmer wrote:
Apparently, all the Elf-factions in AoS are Greek-themed in general. The Deepkin have it, the DoS and now the Light Aelves too.

I would like to see more of ye olde WHFB "Babylonian/Egyptian/Viking/etc" elements worked into the setting instead of the generic cartoon aesthetics of some factions.

Well, it makes sense. Deepkin were also created by Teclis, so sure, they share similarities. DoK always kinda had that theme.

But wanting back WHFB mega-generic elements instead of semi-original elements of AoS???

Personally, I wouldn't mind the original AoS elements so much if they weren't so cartoonishly over-the-top. Like with the Ossiarch Bonereapers, just how much more bone/skull stuff could they have possibly cramped on the models?
The real-life similiarities of the old WHFB armies (like the Aztec elements of the Lizardmen, the Babylonian elements of the Chaosdwarfs etc) always helped with the immersion that these are real, historically evolved societies who have a culture outside of being on the battlefield.

Elves have never really been my thing, but these are cool! I especially like the Light of Eltharion. Also, where is the person who was saying GW hated horse cavalry and was removing it from the game piece by piece?


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 Esmer wrote:
just how much more bone/skull stuff could they have possibly cramped on the models?

Does someone want to take the time to link this guy like 95% of all models in the 40k universe?

Contrary to most, I really adore the Teclis model. Granted, it's more of a Diorama than a battle pose, but the composition of the model is stunning, the use of diagonal lines or how Teclis' cape mimics the flow of the wing... masterful.

Also love the Phoenix Lord errmm Eltharion, especially the paint scheme. I feel the basic dudes and cavalry are a bit busy for basic rank-and-file, but this is sure gonna become another fully-fledged army with a distinct Age of Sigmar feel.

Let's not forget that the OBR are a race of bone constructs, reshaped and formed by Nagash and his little boneshaper Bois. They're ornate because their his personal answer to Stormcast, and are suitably loud about it.

I really hope the Seraphon release is a bit more. Few of us on Lustria are noting that there are no Sauras besides the Scar vet in the shot of the ziggurat. All plastic, aside from the Slann, who is a very recognizable and iconic model. There is a chance we may still see a new SC with Sauras sculpts in it, but probably not a full range retool/refresh.

I'm hoping for it. Also on the note of the terrain, it's big. Like, take the size of the OBR Nexus, and give it more mass. That's a chunky bit of plastic.

 Esmer wrote:
Apparently, all the Elf-factions in AoS are Greek-themed in general. The Deepkin have it, the DoS and now the Light Aelves too.

I would like to see more of ye olde WHFB "Babylonian/Egyptian/Viking/etc" elements worked into the setting instead of the generic cartoon aesthetics of some factions.

Trying to figure out in what world Babylonian, Viking and Egyptian would be less 'generic cartoon.' Greco Roman isn't rare, but those three also get rehashed constantly for easy 'inspiration.'
And we already know what GW does with those cultural inspirations- chaos dorfs, space woofs and necrons/tomb kings.

 stahly wrote:
Contrary to most, I really adore the Teclis model. Granted, it's more of a Diorama than a battle pose, but the composition of the model is stunning, the use of diagonal lines or how Teclis' cape mimics the flow of the wing... masterful.

Also love the Phoenix Lord errmm Eltharion, especially the paint scheme. I feel the basic dudes and cavalry are a bit busy for basic rank-and-file, but this is sure gonna become another fully-fledged army with a distinct Age of Sigmar feel.

I actually like the Teclis model too, but man, that thing is going to be a bitch to transport.

Voss wrote:

 Esmer wrote:
Apparently, all the Elf-factions in AoS are Greek-themed in general. The Deepkin have it, the DoS and now the Light Aelves too.

I would like to see more of ye olde WHFB "Babylonian/Egyptian/Viking/etc" elements worked into the setting instead of the generic cartoon aesthetics of some factions.

Trying to figure out in what world Babylonian, Viking and Egyptian would be less 'generic cartoon.' Greco Roman isn't rare, but those three also get rehashed constantly for easy 'inspiration.'
And we already know what GW does with those cultural inspirations- chaos dorfs, space woofs and necrons/tomb kings.

He likes them, so they're not generic, duh.

To be fair though elves for whatever reason always seem to be portrayed as Greco-Roman. (Which annoys me personally, as while I love and studied the Greco-Roman world in uni, they have nothing to with Elves. I would so much rather see a human culture in AoS using those features, which would also help give the Stormcast a bit more grounding and authenticity to them.)

They look like their own style to me. Like the Nagash style it draws some inspiration but is definitely its own thing. I can also see former HElf players using models counts-as for these new units, which is great for the game.

Also, called it on that rumor engine being a hat!

Well, definitely not my style (especially Teclis), but I do love that Sphinx. I am glad to see that they are bringing back an iconic army with an updated style.

Depending on how the rules shake out, I may need to get a unit or two of the cavalry for my witch elves to play with. Probably not going to bite on the Teclis, no matter how great the Sphinx...

I think all of these are fine. I like the cavalry, they look nice and dignified. The infantry are also pretty nice looking.

Will go well with Elyrian Reavers with the feather motifs.

I like the new elf infantry and cavalry - high elves might be a rare instance where the overwrought AoS aesthetic actually works to their advantage. Too bad they would look like giants next to my Oathmark elves.

I REALLY like the empty armor fantasy avatar, though. I might have to pick one up as a greater construct in Frostgrave.

Does anybody remember a WD article which had some conversions for undead Wood Elves? It was probably something about Krell's shenanigans around the barrows in Athel Loren.
All I distinctly remember of it is that they made spirit hosts out of hollowed out plastic Asrai - remove the head to leave an empty Glade Guard hood, remove the upper arms and glue the drilled-out vambraces to their cloaks. Exactly like the new Eltharion. Funny how that idea resurfaced.

Not a big fan of the sculpt though, as the hollow areas seem strange. He has clothing and armour, implying the invisible areas would have been just skin - but all the Elves are fully covered aside from their faces and necks.
Very nice hat though.

Ironic how the "pointy elves" have become so much less pointy though.

I still think the Seraphon are going to get a remake of some sort down the line. Hopefully soon.

That line about them becoming the Seraphon becoming the Coalesced really makes me think we'll get primaris-ed lizards sooner rather than later.

Or something totally different perhaps as they reach another stage of evolution...?

Calling it, Coalesced just loses access to summoning, but gains some sort of buff to stats instead.

 highlord tamburlaine wrote:
I still think the Seraphon are going to get a remake of some sort down the line. Hopefully soon.

A good portion of the Old World models need an update. Seraphon, Skaven, heck a good portion of the Slaves to Darkness are still in need of it (marauders anyone?). It's going to be a steady process of new armies and updated armies for quite a few years yet I'd wager. AoS isn't alone either- armies like Eldar are still running around with a lot of finecast and some really old plastics too.

And they will for as long as the moulds hold, I expect. GW clearly doesn't want to spend too much on revamping Xenos in 40k, and in AoS they don't want to spend too much on revamping anything, new armies get priority. We'll sooner see a new boat for KO than new lizard boys or plastic skryre weapon teams.

StarFyre wrote:
no new dinos it sounds like :(

love the hollow armour

Sanjay

Yeah, I love the Zoat, but I'm REALLY sad that the rumor image was that, and not some new Seraphon model :(

Hmm, big High Elf fan for more than half my life. These are mostly a miss for me.
Infantry seem to have weirdly huge eyes (painting maybe), and the weird shields just look way too busy and overdesigned. Scale mail on shields for example.
The cavalry look pretty good (shields aside), but the horses seem to have super long torsos and short little necks. They are okay, but there is just something off putting about them.
Overall they are okay, but I'm probably not going to buy them

Cronch wrote:
Calling it, Coalesced just loses access to summoning, but gains some sort of buff to stats instead.

It's a possibility. They might be actual, live, Mayan Dinos, instead of just the memories of them. Or something. Don't really care too much as long as we get some updated models!

I would really like it if they did away with the stupid "memory dinosaur" background. It was out there, but as a Lizardman player, I really did not like it.

I love the Pointy Elves. Especially The Light of Eltharion, though it raises a few questions. Is that some kind of "holy undead" kind of affair? i can't wait to see what kind of OSL madness top-tier painters can make with it.

Not a fan of teclis to be fair.
Was expecting him to be like the deepkin big guys.
Not sold on the critter.

Eltharion looks great, he will be fodder for my Nighthaunt as he fits the ghost like feel perfectly.

Normal elves are looking good though too.

 Overread wrote:

 highlord tamburlaine wrote:
I still think the Seraphon are going to get a remake of some sort down the line. Hopefully soon.

A good portion of the Old World models need an update. Seraphon, Skaven, heck a good portion of the Slaves to Darkness are still in need of it (marauders anyone?). It's going to be a steady process of new armies and updated armies for quite a few years yet I'd wager. AoS isn't alone either- armies like Eldar are still running around with a lot of finecast and some really old plastics too.

With Seraphon being between the Lumineth and the Sons of Behemat it's pretty clear to me that all the Seraphon will receive at this time is their ziggurat and maybe some endless spells.

 Da Boss wrote:
I would really like it if they did away with the stupid "memory dinosaur" background. It was out there, but as a Lizardman player, I really did not like it.

I think they are now kinda both - they are real unless recalled.....

Whilst I adore my High Elves I think these are also a very nice addition and re-imaging for AoS, Teclis included. From puerly a technical perspective these kits just look flippin' marvellous, can't wait to see what the talented amongst us do with them.

Cavalry are the standout set for me, semi relatable, honest to goodness, fantasy knights! With the previous Slaves to Dankness release, we're on an equine ridin' roll.

Seraphon Pyramid is intriguing and will definitely be bought, can't wait to shower it in Skinks!!!

I really like how they've managed to capture an air of contempt and arrogance in Teclis's sneer, makes for a nice contrast to Morathi's angry face and Alarielle's calm appearance.

 Ghaz wrote:

 Overread wrote:

 highlord tamburlaine wrote:
I still think the Seraphon are going to get a remake of some sort down the line. Hopefully soon.

A good portion of the Old World models need an update. Seraphon, Skaven, heck a good portion of the Slaves to Darkness are still in need of it (marauders anyone?). It's going to be a steady process of new armies and updated armies for quite a few years yet I'd wager. AoS isn't alone either- armies like Eldar are still running around with a lot of finecast and some really old plastics too.

With Seraphon being between the Lumineth and the Sons of Behemat it's pretty clear to me that all the Seraphon will receive at this time is their ziggurat and maybe some endless spells.

They'd have mentioned the spells if there were any. Seems weird that such an iconic faction wouldn't get them, but it would be weirder if they existed and GW elected not to show them off now.

 Ghaz wrote:

 Overread wrote:

 highlord tamburlaine wrote:
I still think the Seraphon are going to get a remake of some sort down the line. Hopefully soon.

A good portion of the Old World models need an update. Seraphon, Skaven, heck a good portion of the Slaves to Darkness are still in need of it (marauders anyone?). It's going to be a steady process of new armies and updated armies for quite a few years yet I'd wager. AoS isn't alone either- armies like Eldar are still running around with a lot of finecast and some really old plastics too.

With Seraphon being between the Lumineth and the Sons of Behemat it's pretty clear to me that all the Seraphon will receive at this time is their ziggurat and maybe some endless spells.

Why do you assume Seraphon will be between the two? They could likely be the February release, as LuminLords are in the Spring...