Another one of Tom Loback's sculpts finished at last... I've managed to pick up examples of all the range now barring the P43 Celtic Wizard. If you have one please get in touch! The Rachir was another one based on the Elric books with a slight name change. A lovely flowing sculpt but not an easy one to paint although I'm happy with the final result. Just varnishing to go.
More later, keep yourselves safe.
Well, I've finally got around to releasing the Tenoch temple series, hand sculpted and cast by Philip Page of Slug Industries. These are rather large and heavy pieces that will cast an imposing backdrop on gaming tables. Let me know what you think please!
https://thelittlesoldiercompany.co.uk/product/the-ruins-of-the-dead
Normal service to be resumed shortly!
Back in the early 70's, Duke Seifried set up Custom Cast Inc which became one of America's largest manufacturer of wargame figures. Der Kriegspielers 'Fantastiques' were one of the earliest fantasy ranges (beaten by Miniature Figurines in '73 and Jack Scruby slightly after) and certainly the most diverse and colourful! The 1000 series was absolutely based on Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit with slight name changes in many case being probably too close to Tolkein's creations.
A full listing can be seen on the Lost Minis WIKI here.
I picked up a few pieces back in the day when Games Workshop (via Dalling Road mail order) imported them but they were, as was the way back then, too expensive for my meagre means. Michael Thomas now has most of the ranges available again (https://classicminiatures.net/) and I can vouch that they are indeed excellent high quality metal castings. Anyway, I was sorting through boxes and came across a bunch of the range so thought I'd better post them here...
It is with a very heavy heart that I post this. I grew up standing to attention with my grandmother when the national anthem was played, and her majesty has been one of the constants in life's rollercoaster ride. She joins her husband, Philip, in that final resting place. May they both rest in peace.
Well, they've finally sneaked over to America to join the hallowed ranks of some of the best sculpts in the hobby. Jacob Fathbruckner is doing a great job of releasing all the old Ral Partha sculpts and more. Most of the minis that Tom Meier sculpted back in the 70's are available again - I do have lots of them from back when Citadel produced them under licence (and a few that were imported by Wargames Publications (Scotland) Ltd)... many still in need of being painted. The new pieces Tom is sculpting are incredible and it's great to see the old ranges being expanded further.
The Khamaí are here;
https://ralparthalegacy.com/collections/khamai-lizardmen
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Well, it came around again... the wonderful pilgrimage to that fountain of joy, BOYL at Wargames Foundry. The Ansell family and cohorts once again put a great deal of effort into organising a full weekend of Oldhammer wargaming, excellent food & drink and great company. Many thanks to all involved. Garth much be mentioned as his speeches when giving out the painting competition prizes were an event in itself. That man should be on stage!
I booked into the Beaumond Cross Inn again, as did a number of hobbyists as it's well priced and very convenient to both Foundry and to excessive drinking in the evening... more of that later.
Rooms are nice and clean, with lots of tea/coffee/fresh milk etc and, of course, there's a bar downstairs along with a great restaurant...
