October 19, 2006

First off I would like to clarify something. I have always been aware, that a Bretonnian army cannot field a Giant. I really liked the concept of the model, and let my enthusiasm get the better of me.

I have changed the concept of my Bretonnian army. Instead of painting all the knights individually, I will be painting squad based colours if you will. My army is based upon a questing force from the Kingdom of Quenelles. I also play Wood Elves so it ties the armies together nicely. I’ll be using the traditional heraldic colours from the Kingdom when painting my army. Except for the Grail Knights, I’ll probably have to do them up with unique paint schemes. Aside from that minor set-back all systems are go.

October 13, 2006

Well week three has come and passed, and I’ve got my head down charging with the sound of the Errantry horns. I have been cleaning mold lines and painting copious amount of Knights. (As the number of 56 mounted units needing to be done has struck home) As we speak I’ve finished my unit of Errant Knights, and gotten a good start on the Damsel who will ride safely within their ranks. I have done some base coats on my Lord, but truth be told I hit a temporary snag and ran out of models to paint.

The biggest challenge I’m finding with painting this army is how to make each Knight look like an individual, not re-using a lot of colours and most importantly not scrambling my brain in the process. I kind of cheated a little bit on the Errantry Knights as they are just Knights from a local area rounded up to defend their Noble. However I know when it comes to the Knights of the Realm and *gulp* Grrrrrail Knights, individuality will be key. So stay tuned for next week when I will have some pictures to show you.

October 5, 2006

Welcome back Ladies and Gents to week two of this friendly competition. I must say with Warhammer Fantasy going in full swing things are really, really exciting. There is so much cool stuff coming out that I can scarcely concentrate on painting the beautiful Knights of Bretonnia. I am serious; the Knights of the Realm have got to be some of the sweetest looking models out there for Fantasy today. Followed very closely by the Wood Elf defenders of Athel Loren (I am proud to say that they are one of my favorite armies) and as much as it pains me to say, the range of Chaos models is top notch.

This brings me to a very BIG point… the Giant. Have you seen this model up close? I certainly hope so. If you have not seen this model then what are you waiting for? Better yet pick one up for your army. (Or just get one to display) The Giant is a gorgeously sculpted model, and the large amount of bits and pieces that come with it are amazing. I only mention this because I am currently painting one on the side for my store's upcoming auction and I'm having a blast doing it. I like it so much I might have to get one to accompany my Knights into battle.

And that brings me full circle to my Knights. As far as my progress goes, I’m just doing some finishing touches on a nearly completed the unit of Errantry Knights (like I have said, for 20 points a model don’t discount a mounted unit that can possibly hit at strength 6!!!). Also I have gotten a good start on painting the lovely Damsel who will follow these young Knights to battle (And give them some magic resistance on the way). All and all things are looking up. So for now I shall bid you adieu, till next week.

September 28, 2006

Hello folks, the Man the Myth the Legend here... (Todd, also works). This is my first installment of weekly rants about all things "Paint or Die". First a bit about myself; my name is Todd Verstegen and I am a Gemini. I was born in Calgary Alberta, and now I reside in London Ontario. I work at Games Workshop in White Oaks Mall and have been there for about six months. I am involved in all the major games GW has to offer, playing Eldar (40K), Wood Elves (Fantasy), and Easterlings (LOTR). It’s a funny thing because I'm really not that fond of Elves, it just kinda happens that way I guess. But I digress.

For now I am looking forward to being involved in this painting competition, and using it as a chance to further my painting skills. To emphasize this, the army I've chosen is the Valorous Bretonnians. The reason I chose the Bretonnians is because of the individuality of all the Knights. I knew it would force me to go above and beyond anything I have ever done. As far as the composition of my list goes, all Knights are mounted. Lets face it, when you go to a show, you want to see the main event. With that being said, I am greatly looking forward to being involved in this competition, and having some fun along the way. Time to play the game.