Storm Spear

So, it's obvious by now that I am a Brony, so it's even less surprising that I have made various OC's (original characters) for my own stories. Using the designer, I was able to make a base form for my main OC.

I present Storm Spear (minus cutie mark, scar and various clothing items - I imagine a hat and trench coat). Since I suck at drawing, I still wanted to bring this character to life. Once again I turned to the miniatures for help. The Storm of Magic rules for a Royal Unicorn meant I could not only paint a model to represent him in the Warhammer game, but that I could use him as a Scroll of Binding for my Warhammer Empire Army.

The freehand cutie mark (why do they call it that, I mean, surely the Stallions would prefer to call it a Branding or something) was a real pain as lighting is bad and I still wasn't a hundred percent sure on the colour scheme of it. Also note the base, as their is no real rules on 'Monstrous Beast' sizing, I consulted my local Games-Workshop store and we agreed that the 40mm base size would do for now (as he only came with a cavalry base). I imagine the image of this guy on the cliff edge in a raging storm, lightning flashing all around with some striking his horn, infusing him with power (ssimilar to the way the Shaggoths do I guess).

The scar was another focus I wanted to add and I think it actually turned out good, despite what these cruddy photos show. I also had hoped to add his glowing sprite companion (named Sparky), but after several failed attempts to create such a thing I gave up. Perhaps I'll add him later once I find a way to create such a thing.

There is also a Pegasus OC I also want to make, but considering the evil look and all the extras, that is one I'll have to do some serious converting. As for other Storm of Magic beasts to add to my Empire force, I do plan on taking a Rhinox model and do some slight converting to it and add it as a bit of punch to the army (where as Stormspear is more of a support roll). Perhaps I should look into an Amber Wizard to buff these guys.....

Chaos Fulcrum Update 2

Teeth and tentacles have now been added. This means that I can now begin painting it. I admit I did want to add gargoyles holding the platform, but since time is short and the pain I'm in is rather distracting, I feel painting the pillar as a fleshy substance may compensate for this.

Nostalgia Critic

I found this when I was looking for some painting guide on Youtube and I gotta say, this guy is hilarious. His site (http://thatguywiththeglasses.com/videolinks/thatguywiththeglasses/nostalgia-critic) has more such eps. Even if you don't agree with all he says, I do find this guy funny enough to pick me up from a depressive mood, which is always a good thing. Watch the clip and check out more.

TRB Shirt is in

Despite the pain and constant resting, it's good to know somethings going right. My order from http://theradbrad.spreadshirt.com/ has finally arrived.

Dentist Aftermath 2

Surprisingly very little pain now, but that bruising of the lip is really annoying. Seriously, I look like I was slammed into a wall or something.

Curse my small lower jaw, you have foiled my weekend plans again.

Dentist Aftermath

That could of gone better. Turns out the tooth shattered while removing it and that part of it is fused to the jaw, so that means I will need to have it removed through hospital surgery. I also have to go back on Saturday to get referral, pay bill and have it checked on.......which is around the time the M&M battle at my Games-Workshop. So will this halt production on my Fulcrum? Not really. It'll slow me down slightly, but I do hope to have it finished for Saturday, even if I only get to display it.

Will update more tomorrow as the numbness is starting to wear off.

Chaos Fulcrum Update 1

Grrrr.....been up since 2am this morning with lower jaw pains...good thing I see the dentist this arvo to have a tooth remove. Since I had nothing better to do with my time (besides being in immense PAIN!!), I decided to do more painting and of course, work on the Fulcrum.

I had already produced the tower shape out of an empty Berroca case wrapped in foil and clay (both Air Dry and Fimo Clay) and since it had dried (both in oven and overnight), decided to start adding some of the detail. The flat base was a movement tray that the pillar was glued on to.

As you can see, only the rocky base and the eyes are done. The 'circles' are where the mouths will be and as yet I still have not added the tentacles/veins in. I may start on them tonight, but that all depends on  how the dentist appointment goes. If not, tomorrow.

Yes, I realize that the top looks like crap.I might try and alter it before I do the undercoating stage, which I should get to around Wednesday or Thursday.