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Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
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Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 3:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
Hi there everyone

Was toying around with a Heroes of the West Eomer and a Rohan infantry with spear and decided to convert them.

Eomer:
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I cut off his right arm at the elbow, repositioned it, removed his sword and replaced it with the infantryman's speer. Then I filled in the gaps with (liquid) green stuff. Easy!

Rohan Captain:

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I cut off this guy's right arm at the elbow too (I think I might have a problem...), repositioned it and replaced the speer with Eomer's sword. After drying, I filled the gaps with GS and gave him a chainmail coat (elbows and between the legs) for good measure!

A simple conversion without any spare parts needed. Will paint either tonight or this weekend, am also working on a shield for Eomer...

Would love any suggestions or feedback!
Author:  Shieldmaiden [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 3:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
The best conversions are often the simplest Matt, and you've proved that correct today! Nice work!

How is liquid green stuff then? Is it just for filling gaps? I really need to get some hobby supplies this next few months.
Author:  SidTheSloth [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:09 pm ]
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looks great matt

you could have also put the spear the other way around :-D

great conversions

have you got a WiP thread? you have lots of great looking stuff to show off 8)
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:09 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
Thanks Shieldmaiden! I'm quite new to liquid Green Stuff so I might not be the best to ask, I use it mainly for filling small gaps (for example when two parts don't fit together seamlessly) and for giving parts a smooth finish (for example when you sculpt something out of regular GS and the surface is still a bit rough). It thins down well like a paint, so best to put some on your palette and add a few drops of water instead of taking straight from the pot.

All in all it's quite a good investment I find :) and there's a lot in one of those little pots!
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:11 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
You could indeed, Sid! Or even reattach the sword so it looks like Eomer is signalling a charge!

And maybe I should make a WIP thread, is it just like making a normal forum thread?
Author:  SidTheSloth [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:14 pm ]
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yeah its just where you can show people your models and projects
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:36 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
I'll give that a shot then! :)
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 9:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
So here's Eomer with throwing spear and shield:

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The shield was made from scratch and turned out pretty well, I think! I copied the design off a Rohan shield I found on google. I'm thinking of making a duplicate to give to my mounted Eomer for continuity :P

Tomorrow (probably): The captain of Rohan!
Author:  BilboOfTheWhiteTower [ Fri Aug 31, 2012 10:57 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
I really like the freehand work on that shield...great job on that Eomer conversion!! :)
Author:  samoht [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 12:24 am ]
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Fantastic.

That captain looks very dynamic.
Author:  Wah Wing [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 8:47 pm ]
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The painting is fantastic! 8) Love the shield! :yay:
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 2:44 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
Thanks samoht and Wah Wing!

So I finished my Rohan Captain today... Note how different he looks from Friday :P I decided to give him an even more dynamic pose by removing his knee, regluing the foot and adding a Green Stuff rock. Deciding that wasn't enough, I then sculpted him a decorative horsetail for his helmet, as well as a bow and quiver (hey, I was bored). Then to top it all of I added a few decorative arrows (made from old staples) with Green Stuff fletchings.

I had quite a bit of fun painting this Captain, I decided to give him a very weathered look, like he'd been through the wars. I'm especially pleased with how his shield looks! If you have any questions, hit me up :)

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Author:  BilboOfTheWhiteTower [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 3:28 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
That is an awesome captain, lovin' the pose! :)
The only thing I would do is take the arrows out of the rock, or make the rock into a pile of dirt...my only niggle on this one. :)
Author:  rheodon [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 4:38 pm ]
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Oh,,, I love him! It's an epic pose and very dynamic
Author:  SidTheSloth [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 6:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
Superb work!

Really really really cool! :yay: :yay:
I really like the battle damage on his shield and the bow and quiver is a nice addition.

great sculpting too 8)

I am longing for more :-D
Author:  John Wayne [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 7:06 pm ]
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Nice captain and Eomer. I prefer the look of the captain and great pose and extras added. :yay:
Author:  Rognarr [ Sun Feb 10, 2013 11:56 pm ]
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I'm quite glad that i stumbled across this older threat here. I recently got a cheap Eomer on ebay with his sword broken off. But I think instead of making a new sword for him I'll steal your idea with the spear! Looks fantastic!
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Mon Feb 11, 2013 9:21 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Simple, effective Eomer and Rohan Captain conversion
Haha wow I made this thread back in September, how time flies! Glad I could inspire you Rognarr and thanks again for all the encouragement back then guys!
Author:  RangerofTheNorth [ Mon Feb 11, 2013 3:31 pm ]
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Love these! Eomer looks great painted, and the subtle mods to the captain look amazing finished. Given me an idea to do a similar mod to a large lot of my riders, the horsetail makes that helmet go from a 4 to a 10!!
Author:  Monotone_Matt [ Mon Feb 11, 2013 3:36 pm ]
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I'm glad I could help you out, RotN! Make sure you post pics! :D
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