01 March 2014

Late Roman Cavalry & Archers - 9th Painting Challenge Entry

One of my goals for the challenge was to paint up the Late Roman figures I have in my lead pile. As the end of the challenge grows closer I'm slowly running out of time for this. So here are two heavy cavalry and two archers from Musketeer Miniatures.


 I really like the figures Bill is making. They're full of character and require little in the way of cleaning.  Sometimes the detail on the tunics and trousers is a bit flat but they still are a treat to paint.



 I decided to go for another colour scheme as for my other Romans as they look a bit too elite to me nowadays in their greyish blue tunics. Most of the older figures are also missing the patterns I painted on these guys here. 


As I occupied myself with the late Roman army for over a year now I came to the conclusion they need these patterns to look right. So maybe I have to go back to my older figures somewhen.


Till then I still have six archers and three infantry men left in the queue which I'm hoping to finish in time.

So thanks for viewing and hope you enjoyed! 



11 comments:

  1. These look great! Especially the freehand patterns on the archers

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  2. Mouth watering lovely! Your freehand patterns and faces can't be beat!

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  3. As ever Nick these look wonderful and the pattern work is great! I hope to see you jump into the AWI/F&IW.:-)

    Christopher

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  4. Great and I like the archers. Their tunics look great and - do I have to say it again - the bases are eyecandy !

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  5. Lovely as always. I'm especially taken with the shading on the spear's stripes.

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  6. Always inspiring to see your work :)

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  7. Very impressive paintwork. These guys look fantastic!

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  8. Very impresive work!

    Best regards Michael

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  9. More stunning miniatures Moiterei.... Impressive :)

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  10. Superb painting!
    Cheers
    Matt

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