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« am: 02. November 2012 - 19:36:09 »

The French and Indian War skirmish element has been a dream project of mine for many years, but until now I wasn\'t quite sure how to start and
so after spending far too long procrastinating I decided to get on with it and jump in! What better way to start the project off then with the
iconic Indians who add so much colour and give that special look we all have come to associate with the period.

These Indians are from Redoubt and I just really like them! The figures are quite large with a lot of character which is a big plus for me. Most
of their packs are very good indeed, with a few not of the same quality so check before buying.

Working on some background pics as I need the practice so I hope you like it. More pics on my blog for those interested.

The rules I have in mind are Muskets and Tomahawks and This Very Ground. I don\'t like square bases for my skirmish figures so I\'ll simply state the middle of a figures chest is his facing which comes into play in the former rule set.

Thanks for viewing! :)







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« Antwort #1 am: 03. November 2012 - 16:20:07 »

Wow, a really good paint job. I like the vibrant colours a lot, they look very lively.
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« Antwort #2 am: 04. November 2012 - 12:02:13 »

Beautiful painting Axebreaker  :thumbup:
Altough I have to say that I prefer the conquest (now warlord) Indians sculptingwise.
But what I really love is your terrain, it looks almost real! Ace  :thumbsup:
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« Antwort #3 am: 04. November 2012 - 12:44:30 »

Thanks guys! :D
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Altough I have to say that I prefer the conquest (now warlord) Indians sculptingwise.
I well understand that . :) The Conquest miniatures are probably the best detailed figures of this period and in this scale on the market however, because of this the detail is so fine the figures are difficult to paint. I like the size of the Redoubt figures and easy access to all the parts on the figures making painting them quite fun. I also think they look the most intimidating of the Indians on the market and sure would not want them after me.

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But what I really love is your terrain, it looks almost real! Ace :thumbsup:
Thank you! :D This is one area I sometimes get lazy in as I just want to finish up quick. :blush2: However, this time I tried to put a real effort in and do it properly. I can\'t say I\'ll do it all the time, but I\'ll try! :rolleyes:

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« Antwort #4 am: 05. November 2012 - 17:52:49 »

Good job, Axe. Very nice back drop!
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« Antwort #5 am: 05. November 2012 - 19:48:53 »

Thank you Tellus! :)

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« Antwort #6 am: 08. November 2012 - 00:24:33 »

Well this period is not really my cup of tea but you once again managed to do a great paintjob and though I doubt that i ever will play this period I simply enjoy looking at the pics :)
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« Antwort #7 am: 09. November 2012 - 15:25:49 »

Thank you kindly Greymouse. :)

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« Antwort #8 am: 11. November 2012 - 10:14:05 »

Anytime :)
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« Antwort #9 am: 17. November 2012 - 11:43:40 »

Finished a few more Indians for my FIW project. The figures are once
again from Redoubt. I just really like these guys!! I think Redoubt
pulled off a truly hawkish and dangerous feel to these figures.
Thanks for viewing!







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« Antwort #10 am: 17. November 2012 - 12:45:30 »

Boom. You really made my day with those Indians. Can you please tell /write a tutorial how you made this gorgeous terrain?
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« Antwort #11 am: 18. November 2012 - 21:46:09 »

Thank you Jan! :D You could buy it using Heki trees, sea foam thin trees, Lichen, Forest shrub in pack and Model Scene mats. This option is only good for photo\'s as the mats and trees are not cheap!

Another option is use your own wonderful trees you made and pick up a forest shrub pack, lichen and some sea foam trees for the woods. Buy yourself some flat green large scouring pads or something similar and knead them until they loosen up with water. Paint them the colour of your bases and then add flock, tuft and rocks to your desired taste.

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« Antwort #12 am: 20. November 2012 - 08:46:40 »

Wonderful work - the paintjob and the terrain!  :thumbup:
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« Antwort #13 am: 20. November 2012 - 09:07:27 »

Great looking minis, i love the skin tone! Could you please tell me which foundry paints you used? :)
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« Antwort #14 am: 20. November 2012 - 09:08:07 »

Axe, somehow I missed your threads completely. What a shame! Those Indians are just superb, and the combined shots of the minis, both \'on stage\' and in front of the white backdrop, are a great idea.  :love:
Wish Redoubt (or some other manufacturers) would take such pain for their presentation. Maybe drop them an e-mail?
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