Warhammer Quest Dwarf Ranger

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Finally put aside some time to paint this guy up.

Part of a three stage character, he is one of several potential NPCs (that friends can control) who may encounter the young knight during the campaign.

dwarf-ranger1The idea behind his design was to move away from the ready to roll highly equipped Dwarf archetype into a more vulnerable but still knowledgeable character. I also want to peel back ridiculous amounts of armour to look into a hero who has simpler gear; more ready to trek.

In building this guy, from the new plastics which I like the design of I saw potential for three stages.

This simply garbed hero with basic hand axe and wooden shield evolving into a seriously armed dungeon tank we know and love.

While I dislike the monopose format of the kit, it did open up this opportunity, that with some creative carving and painting I could give him a substantially different look.

For example, behind that beard is a fully painted leather jerkin – which in retrospect was a waste of time given it is now hidden. Haha.

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Parts used include; classic wooden shield, Dwarf banner pendant boss, Dwarf Quarrel bag, Dwarf Miner backpack (7th edition), Axe (7th edition) cut down into handaxe size. Empire wizard hood and a few greenstuff touches.

Look forward to painting up the next couple of stages, but between now and then I have a few items to prepare for the first games.

  • Edit – Parts List:

    Classic GW Fantasy Shield
    Icon from Dwarf Ironbreakers Banner
    Hand axe head from 6th edition Dwarf Warriors
    Hood from Empire Mage sprue
    Backpack from Dwarf Miners sprue
    Extra pouches from Dwarf Warriors 6th Edition.
    Body and arms from current Dwarf Ironbreakers plastics
    Boots are carved down from present boots

thanks for reading!
Sebastian.

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