Following a series of battle reports consuming much of November's posts, focus returns to the painting desk. In fact, the painting desk has seen more activity than usual of late. I suppose the year-end painting push could be behind the increased activity as I try to make goals set back in January. That, and running the same scenario multiple times frees up slots for a few more painting sessions rather than time spent on design and development. Good news is that I should make those January painting goals with time and figures to spare.
Back to the painting desk, mustering out today are the first two British regiments for the 18mm SYW/WAS expansion. While 2024 saw additions to this project focusing on some of the minor combatants (Genoa, Spain, Hanover), attention is beginning to turn toward fielding a small British Army. I lead off with two British cavalry regiments: 1st Dragoon Guards and 1st Dragoons. Figures are from Eureka Miniatures. Expect to see additional British units slip into the painting queue over the next year. Looking at the painting desk and painting queue, a real mishmash of units are working their way through the production line. On the gaming front, a new Samurai battle is out on table. Mark and I fought it out to a close decision last week and now the game is set for the Rejects' Battle Royale on Monday. The game may see as many as six players. That will be a handful!  |
| Battle of Azukizaka 1542 |
Saturday's game sees me venture across town for a F2F game of Commands & Colors Ancients played in 6mm. We have a new scenario to try and expect to get in several iterations of the battle in the session. Since today is Thanksgiving, I expect some leftover turkey and stuffing might be on Saturday's lunch menu.
While I have been diligent in keeping The Lead Pile's growth in check in 2024, fall saw an influx of wargames as various wargame companies offered tempting sales or pre-orders finally arrived. A small stack of boardgames arrived over the last two months. Some I may actually put out on the table for a game!
Nice to see the British, good job, you are a busy man Jon.
ReplyDeleteYes, finally getting around to fielding British.
DeleteKeeping busy there Jonathan. Fine work on the beginning of the SYW British.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Phil!
DeleteI look into your future.......I see.....I see.....I see lots of red!
ReplyDeleteI don't know about you, but my wash pot of water is always dominated by a rosy hue whenever I paint red; always have to remember to change the water before white.....
Of course that red paint will clash horribly with the painting elves green uniforms.....you may need to buy them a change of clothes for Xmas! ☺
Neil
Neil, having worked through a large number of Hanoverian regiments this year, I know very well the notion of seeing red. There is more in my future, no doubt! If I maintained a cluster of painting elves, I would deprive myself of the painting pleasure. No painting elves for me!
DeleteDamn fine looking Brits, Jon. Looking forward to Mondays game.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ray! I look forward to seeing how you fellas get on in a new scenario too! Have you drawn up sides and formulated a plan?
DeleteThe British look wonderful Jonathan. The SYW uniform is a very pleasing one and you have done them beautifully. The Rejects game should be a lively affair I'm sure, and I'll look forward to the summary.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lawrence! The Rejects’ games are always good for a laugh and always good fun.
DeleteAha! The Great Reinforcement begins to arrive. Do you have a plan of all the units you intend to paint Jon?
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Yes, the first a British have arrived! No plan for intended units. I will paint British while looking for a battle in which to guide my brush. Still, many other projects are begging for their place at the workbench.
DeleteYou must be getting very adept with your online games having 6 players at a session. It’s good to get a F2F game in as well.
ReplyDeleteWhile the number of players does not matter so much from a stage management perspective, there is a fine line to walk for efficiency and allowing each player to wield a meaningful command. I have a system in place that works for me. Yes, getting in a F2F game or two will be good.
DeleteGreat looking cavalry Jonathan. The right troop types to cover for the rest of the army as it forms up 😂
ReplyDeleteI hope you and your family have an enjoyable Thanksgiving.
Thanks, Ben! We enjoyed a quiet Thanksgiving this year.
DeleteGreat work on the Brits Jon, they look really nice. Busy times for you, looking forward to seeing the next Samurai report.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Donnie! With the Rejects in the next Samurai game, it should be fun.
DeleteBeautiful looking unit Jonathan!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Michal!
DeleteHappy thanksgiving mate.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteA lovely menu of figs and games: hope your Thanksgiving was good (and that your T-day gaming is, too!)
ReplyDeleteThanks! Ed! I hope you enjoy the holiday similarly. I plan to get some painting in today while others are out shopping.
DeleteNice to see those British Dragoons mustering out - given they are pre-1776, I suppose there could even be a few Americans in the ranks...? Happy Thanksgiving to you!
ReplyDeleteThank you, David!
DeleteLovely work on these British cavalry Jon! Sounds like some indiscipline has slipped into your relationship with the Lead Pile....naughty, naughty 😜
ReplyDeleteThanks, Keith but in My World,
DeleteBuying Wargames ≠ Buying Figures!
Great looking cavalry Jonathan!
ReplyDeleteChristopher
Thanks!
DeleteGreat to see some British troops mustering out
ReplyDeleteI agree!
DeleteLoyely clearly painted British dragoons. I never had the idea to paint British in such numbers as I did it in the end. But they formed a significant part of the Allied armies at Fontenoy and Lauffeldt and therefor you will need them. Have you planned some battles for them?
ReplyDeleteThank you! I never had intentions of painting British in large numbers either but the time had come to tackle painting some. No battle plans just yet. Still too early in that painting process for those decisions but both battles you mention are under consideration.
DeleteFantastic looking British Jonathan. I do love Eureka for cavalry.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Meic! Eureka cavalry are my favorites.
DeleteSplendid looking British cavalry, I know what you mean about the lead/plastic pile, I was stuck in a hotel room and my flight was delayed by 26 hours and then somehow I'd bought an ancient Britons army! Made me feel better but mea culpa, I was doing so well until then!
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Thanks! Stuck in a hotel and buying figures? Been there, done that!
DeleteThose British cavalry look great Jon, but then you always paint wonderful looking units:)! You have a nice mix of stuff on the go and in the pipeline. I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving Day!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Steve! Thanksgiving was quiet this year with just the two of us. With only two to cook for, I made “traditional” Indian curry.
DeleteLovely looking toys Jonathan….
ReplyDeleteI do think that the SYW/WAS British uniforms are particularly nice.
All the best. Aly
Thank you! The British uniforms are nice, indeed, but not my favorites to paint.
DeleteGrand to see the British added to the project!
ReplyDeleteThis is becoming a mighty big project.
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