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Offline Colonel Tytus

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Altdorf Army
« on: March 30, 2017, 09:23:00 AM »
Hello folks!

Last year I decided to put on hold my Skaven army and take a trip to a beginning of my adventure with WHFB. The fate delivered me quite big of number of Empire minis. Mostly 4th edition era.

And that inspired me to make the army based of 4th Ed. Army Book. It will include beside core human units - dwarfs, halfings and ogres. After a short inner struggle, I will go with Altdorf blue/red theme.

The plan is to finish 2000 points until July.

First unit's ready! The Halberdiers.







Offline mr chumley warner

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #1 on: March 30, 2017, 09:37:33 AM »
Woah !!

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amazing
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Offline Army of Hochland

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #2 on: March 30, 2017, 09:56:12 AM »
I've seen these on twitter, amazing stuff. It makes me want to paint mine.

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #3 on: March 30, 2017, 10:50:39 AM »
Fantastic painting! The unit is looking great and your painting really brings the best out of these classic, oldschool miniatures. I'm looking forward to seeing more - thanks for sharing!
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #4 on: March 30, 2017, 02:35:22 PM »
WOW!! classic Warhammer great stuff  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #5 on: March 30, 2017, 03:03:22 PM »
very well done sir. the extremely well done figures that you have shared are my favorite ones by GW, I cannot wait to see what else you will share with us.  steveb :eusa_clap:

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« Reply #6 on: March 30, 2017, 03:04:49 PM »
Who wants resin or plastic !!?!!??!

Look how good metal is

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VUX8T4DB7o

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #7 on: March 30, 2017, 03:40:11 PM »
thanks a lot guys!

My painting schdule is really tight to finish the army before July.

I plan to paint following units:

Reiksguard on foot
Knight Panthers
Crossbowmen
Hand Gunners
Flagellants
Kislevite Winged Lancers
Halfling Archers
Dwarfs with Crossbows

...plus as many war machines and characters as possible:)

I'll keep you updated:)

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #8 on: March 30, 2017, 04:20:30 PM »
one of two giant regrets is not buying the metal Halberdiers  :icon_sad:   
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #9 on: March 30, 2017, 04:44:42 PM »
That's some fantastic looking miniatures. Really regret not getting into this hobby when warhammer was in it's prime. So many beautiful sculpts no longer available.
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #10 on: March 30, 2017, 06:38:02 PM »
Fantastic Paint job!! i Love Them!

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #11 on: March 30, 2017, 10:34:00 PM »
Just look how good you can make the old plastic halberdiers look. 5th picture down on the left. Wish I had your talent.

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #12 on: March 31, 2017, 06:32:21 AM »
Great minis and  s u p e r b  painting.

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #13 on: March 31, 2017, 05:45:32 PM »
This is a serious job, sir. Congrats.
Waht color did you use for the skin? I like it, and I have some troubles painting this part of the models.

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #14 on: March 31, 2017, 10:02:56 PM »
Gorgeous. Empire at its best.

Offline Colonel Tytus

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #15 on: April 01, 2017, 06:00:35 AM »
one again. thank you guys!

soon more of proud citizens of Altdorf will show up:)

Waht color did you use for the skin? I like it, and I have some troubles painting this part of the models.

for base colour - Mix of Khorne Red, Kislev Flesh (with a few drops of Abbadon Black to darken the base). then several layers of Kislev Flesh with little bit Khorne Red. each subsequent layer has less and less Khorne Red and more Kislev Flesh. To be honest , it's easier to use only Kislev Flesh, but thinned down properly and gently apply to the base colour, to let it transparent in some recessed areas.

highlights - cheeks and nose mostly- Kislev Flesh plus white.

and finally - lips and redish noses and cheeks. once again Khorne Red plus little bit of Kislev Flesh (but heavy thinned down, no to cpver the skin tones completely)

something like that:) more or less. if you have any questions, let me know!

...and btw - love your blog. I'm staying in Canet de Mar, near Barcelona until September. any battles planned? :)

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #16 on: April 01, 2017, 09:07:48 AM »
Thank very much Cl. Tytus! I see there is a lot of work there... but absolutely well spent time; the result is awesome!

Wow, in Canet de Mar? This is only about 45' far from my town (Tona), and not a bad place to live. I have no plans for gaming in short-term (I'm focused in painting and working), but surely we could make a meeting and take some drinks. Anyway, if you interested in playing, I could also recomend you some good clubs to play in Girona or Barcelona. You can write me by e-mail (gmail), if you're ever interested: rierator@  (I don't write the complete adress for security matters).

And thanks for following our blog!

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #17 on: April 08, 2017, 03:33:54 PM »
a little update on the progress of my army.

Now I have a proper General - Karl Franz himself!





... The Grey Wizard  has come to aid as well...



...and a shooting support - 2 units of archers





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« Reply #18 on: April 08, 2017, 03:36:44 PM »
Awe the golden age of Warhammer  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
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« Reply #19 on: April 08, 2017, 04:13:44 PM »
Admins gallery !
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #20 on: April 08, 2017, 10:19:54 PM »
Your shading and highlighting is fantastic! Splendid models!

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« Reply #21 on: April 10, 2017, 04:04:06 AM »
 :eusa_clap:

just like everyone else here, enjoying your fantastic renditions of some of the greatest Empire models of all times. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #22 on: April 10, 2017, 08:43:00 AM »
Your work is splendid Titus and I'm glad that I've found your masterpieces here. So far I was only able to look at them on Facebook. :smile2:
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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #23 on: April 10, 2017, 12:37:30 PM »
Such a beautiful paintjob. Love these old model. Excellent job!  :eusa_clap:
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Offline Colonel Tytus

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Re: Altdorf Army
« Reply #24 on: April 10, 2017, 01:15:31 PM »
thanks a lot guys.

more to come soon...

Helblaster Volleygun is almost done.

Handgunners primed and ready to be painted.

Painting schedule is tight. The army need to be ready for BOYL in July (Panic spreads!)