For regular readers with a good memory, the post,
may be vaguely familiar as I wrestled with whether to either paint or purge a selection of TAG ECW musketeers. Feedback was nearly unanimous in lobbying for painting the small pile of lead.
My decision?
Paint 'em!
Off the painting table today are those TAG ECW figures.
Getting this handful of figures into the painting queue took nearly two months as other figures and units took priority. Finally, the figures saw some attention last week. Out from the workbench they march.
The plan is to use these figures as commanded shot, baggage guard, or possibly even a Forlorn Hope. I will try to work some of these figures into the next ECW scenario that hits the gaming table. When will that be? Who knows? At present, Reconquista clashes are seeing action on the table.
The response from readership helped to push me over the edge toward painting these figures and clearing away a small handful of orphan figures from a dormant project. Actually, the ECW project has seen recent renewed interest with a couple of units of cavalry and commanders coming off the painting desk. Another command stand is in work in an attempt to decrease the TAG ECW surplus.
The next Paint 'em or Purge 'em victim is in the crosshairs.
A great result Jon and a triumph for democracy - how could you go against the will of your readership?! And anyway, who could purge such nice-looking figures as these TAG musketeers?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Keith! As long as we stay at least one step ahead of mob rule, democracy mostly works.
DeleteVery tasty, I can assume you are very glad to succumbed to will of the masses now?
ReplyDeleteYes, I am pleased that the masses led me toward the light although temptation is everywhere.
DeleteFab work on them all as well! It certainly feels good to clear down some lingering items from the work bench. It makes way for more!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Clearing these out of The Lead Pile is a good result.
DeleteI'm very pleased you went with the paint option John, as they look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lawrence! Will this work next time I offer up a sacrifice?
DeleteIt is always so tempting to get recently painted units on the tabletop and in a game.
ReplyDeleteGetting freshly painted figures straight into battle is a temptation, for sure.
DeleteThis is a really nice unit, the sculpts look like they were made with a view to getting the best out of the brush. The leader adds a lovely splash of colour.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Norm. Yes, the TAG musketeers are sculpted for easy painting. I like that!
DeleteGreat looking unit; I always love to see ECW figures and we don't see enough of the TAG range.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I ought to bring this collection to the table more frequently.
DeleteI'm very glad you painted them Jon! The muted colours of the infantry contrast nicely with the more colourful commander:). Looking forward to what is next in the PoP pile...
ReplyDeleteYeah, I am happy to have them painted and on the Painted side of the ledger too.
DeleteWhat is next for PoP? It really is a target rich environment.
Nicely done and great to see them off the unpainted lead mountain. You'll need to get them on the gaming table now
ReplyDeleteThanks, Neil! Yes, I need to get them into battle. I have had a request for a Cropredy Bridge refight. Perhaps I can work them into the OB?
DeleteI’m with Keith on this. An excellent example of what democracy can achieve 😆. Great looking unit.
ReplyDeleteCropredy Bridge is an interesting scenario. Cheri ton is a good one too, with commanded shot.
Chris/Nundanket
Thanks, Chris!
DeleteDemocracy in action but I do the work...
Cheriton would be a good candidate especially if there are commanded shot present. Our friend David (Maillebois of Bassignana fame) has requested a turn to ECW at some point and he suggested Cropredy Bridge. Having read more on Cheriton (albeit a long time ago), that might be a good battle to consider.
Spiffy looking fellows! Always a great feeling when the pile reduces, even if a little. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! The Lead Pile never seems to reduce in size...
DeleteDry nicely done unit 👍
ReplyDeleteThanks, Matt! Maybe you will see them on the table one day?
DeleteReally great work Jonathan!
ReplyDeleteLove them :)
Thank you, Michal!
DeleteLovely looking unit and definitely the right decision! I've camped on the Cropredy battle site quite a lot as it's a music festival I've been to loads, interesting battle and definitely worth a look!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thank you! Yes, having finished the figures, it was the right choice. Thanks for Cropredy Bridge endorsement.
DeleteHa ha. We knew you'd paint all along, and they look fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThanks! Will democracy hold out next time?
DeleteCool looking unit. It is destined for greatness on the tabletop and will require supports and a brilliant standard. Sooooo much better than flogging the figures, certainly you see that now. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Joe! Yes, I see the wisdom in painting these figures over purging them.
DeleteGlad you got them painted Jonathan. You certainly did a great job on them.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ray! For some unknown reason, Blogger thinks you SPAM! Hopefully, it can be trained...
DeleteA nicely done group of lads. The command stand is a nice touch. A group of shot is always a handy thing to have on hand for 30YW/ECW.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ed! These fellas should come in useful in many a battle.
DeleteThose turned out very well indeed. Now I need to look into TAG's ECW range ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Markus! Yes, give TAG a look.
DeleteA lovely little unit! How good it is that you gave in to the will of the people... ;-)
ReplyDeleteCheers,
David.
Thank you, David! I am but a humble servant.
DeleteI do like them...and the command stand is superb!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Phil!
DeleteA very nice musket-unit.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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