WM High Elf Army attempt #3

[adamsg01]

Well after many years since I started, then sold, then re-started, then sold and I have finally re-restarted my (obsession) with Warmaster again. So to celebrate I am thrilled to post some mugshot of my first brigade (ok partial as I don't have enough dosh to cover 4 units).

Still 2 unit of reavers ought to cause some issues for an opponent when heading up a flank I'd say.

http://s618.photobucket.com/user/GusPhotobucket/library/Miniatures/Warmaster?sort=3&page=1

Also have to comment on just how AWESOME the miniatures are. So detailed -I need my glasses these days (when I first started both Rick Priestley and I had hair) but I could at least see the miniatures (without glasses and a really bright light that is).

cheers
Gary

[Dave]

The elven line had crazy details, 10mm eyes?

They look good, here's to a finished army.

[Stormwind]

Great to have you back. =)

[adamsg01]

Thanks folks. Good to be back.

I worked out (I hope) how to insert the image directly into a post (so much better than linking off to my photobucket account). I am going for a safer blue theme (although red will also appear to help differentiate unit on the table). Anyway here are the reavers embedded this time - 200 points.

and


And 4 units of archers that have been pending for some time that  I just finished last night - 300 points.



Woking on a mage, eagle flyer hero chappie, 2 bolt thrower units and 3 spear elf units. Piccies up as I go (but aiming for 1 unit a week to get through the unpainted horde. Got a dragon to do as well - such a great model.

500 points so far.

[Rowlybot]

A very good looking bunch of elves!

[Geep]

Looking good.

One unit a week is a decent goal- that's what I used to aim for (and hope to get back to).

[adamsg01]

Thanks for the support there guys. Got to stagger the delivery so I don't suffer from painters 'burn out'.

next up 2 bolties - I cheated a bit with these as they were mostly painted when I got them but I touched them up to match, ink'ed then flocked and wella.....130 points.



Eyeing off a General on horsey with standard bearer next.

630 points so far.
cheers

[Stormwind]

Great stuff, keep at it!

[adamsg01]

Thansk for the encouragement.

Next up I present Herr General and trusty banner bearer - 180 points.



and mage (might call him merlin just to be different) - 90 points


Up to 900 points now.
cheers

[Stormwind]

How many points are painted, now? You seem to be going through them at a fair pace!

[adamsg01]

I have 2300-2500 points of troops either unpainted, undercoated or part painted. I am tackling the quick wins by cleaning up partially painted first. I did paint one unit of spear elves from scratch so yeah that slowed me down a lot. Here are photos  of my 3 spear elf units - have 2 more units undercoated though a lot of spear tips have broken off - not sure if I will try and convert the broken ones into Phonenix guard.

I might try and add the point stats as I go as I should probably be targeting a force in 1000 point increments I guess. Thanks for the idea 

Here are the first 3 units of spear elves now finished (did flocking just last night) - the middle unit with plain shield are the from scratch unit. Probably should add similar lines to the shields and banners to match the other units. Looking closely I may add some more flock to the front of the bases you can still see the metal base through. Another 180 points!



Hope you good folks like them.

Total points now at 1,080.
cheers

[adamsg01]

So I updated the previous post with the points value (but need to look in to the legality of the force). Anyways nevenr let that stop me so I'd like to present 2nd brigade of Spear elves, accompanied by hero adn mage.



So that's another 180 +80 +90  = 350 points making total of 1,430.

Out of interest do I need to pay extra or a horse mount for my Generals - I have been using the bases price but couldn't see that it costs me more? Anyone help me out here as maybe I have spent a few more points than I have accounted for.

cheers chaps

[Geep]

Horses are just to look cool- they cost nothing, and do nothing. High Elf mount options (that cost points) are chariots, eagles and dragons.

Looking good- and fast painting!

[Tiberius]

Those are looking awesome!  I bought about 1000 points of High Elves a few months ago, but they are low on the priority list at the moment, maybe you can inspire me.  Can't wait to see the rest of them, nice stuff!

Also I agree with Geep, your speed is impressive!

[marell le fou]

Yep. You will have a BIG army very soon