Throwing more variety into the painting mix, today a unit for the Punic War project departs from the painting desk. Based in the Impetvs tradition with 120mm frontage, these 13 figures comprise a heavy Libyan foot unit. Twelve of the infantry are Renegade Libyan Veterans led by one Aventine commander.
The bronze on black shield color scheme caught my eye on another's blog. I was planning to credit the source blog for my inspiration but unfortunately I cannot recall it. Regardless, the color combination, to my eye, is striking and provides a simple elegance. I thank whomever it was for the inspiration. I have several more Carthaginian stand-equivalents on the painting desk. Next off the production line will be two stands of Spanish heavy cavalry.
They look great, Jon! If I may make a small suggestion . . . a subtle application of Delta's "Charcoal" over that black would help the shields pop even more.
Regardless, though, that is one great looking unit!
When I do it, I hit the spines first, then the long vertical edges, then paint some staggered stripes between edges and spine. I do not think it is necessary with your figures, but it might give them even more pop.
These are excellent Jonathan! I love the Romanized look. If I were to ever paint Carthos again, I'd do the same. And the black and gold are a great combo!
FoG is on it's last leg here and there's no apparent interest in another set of ancients rules. That means I'm done painting ancients in 15mm. I'm looking for a reason to paint 28mm ancients and I might have to wait until Saga goes back in time (just rumors for now).
They look like they mean business! The black shields look slightly sinister; they remind me of the black flag: "No prisoners!"
ReplyDeleteThanks! Perhaps the black shields will give this unit a bit of backbone on the battlefield? I hope so.
DeleteThe shield design is great!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteAnother excellent looking unit. The shields came out well.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteSame comment for me : black shields are really impressive!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Phil! When I saw the black and bronze on another unit I thought it looked cool and it does.
DeleteVery nice Jonathan.
ReplyDeleteThe shields really add that little extra to an already great looking unit
Thank you, Kev!
DeleteNice looking Romans.
ReplyDeleteAh, they are supposed to be Libyans in Romans clothing...
DeleteWonderful looking troops - nice basing and placement of the leader too. Best, Dean
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dean! I have another unit just like this one to field. Still deciding on the color scheme.
DeleteIt might be good to do another to match it so you can make some large units for Impetus
DeleteGood idea!
DeleteLooking good - and dangerous!
ReplyDeleteYes! The sharp spears are very dangerous to the unwary gamer.
DeleteThey look great, Jon! If I may make a small suggestion . . . a subtle application of Delta's "Charcoal" over that black would help the shields pop even more.
ReplyDeleteRegardless, though, that is one great looking unit!
Thanks for the compliment and the tip!
DeleteHow exactly would you recommend applying the charcoal over the black?
When I do it, I hit the spines first, then the long vertical edges, then paint some staggered stripes between edges and spine. I do not think it is necessary with your figures, but it might give them even more pop.
DeleteScott, we need to resurrect painting nights so I can see you in action.
DeleteVery nice, even if Romanized (Carthage was one of my two first Ancient armies).
ReplyDeletePeter, yes, these are Romanized. Being veterans you might expect them to pick up discarded Roman armor after a battle, right?
DeleteThese are excellent Jonathan! I love the Romanized look. If I were to ever paint Carthos again, I'd do the same. And the black and gold are a great combo!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Monty! So, unlikely to paint another Carthaginian army again? We know you want to do it in 28mm...
DeleteFoG is on it's last leg here and there's no apparent interest in another set of ancients rules. That means I'm done painting ancients in 15mm. I'm looking for a reason to paint 28mm ancients and I might have to wait until Saga goes back in time (just rumors for now).
DeleteHow far is it from your house to mine? ;-)
I never did get comfortable with FoG. The guys were quite excited about it when it first appeared but that luster tarnished quickly.
DeleteMSP is about 3 hours by air. Stop by anytime!