Blacksouls - Painted!

My first unit of Abyssal Dwarfs painted! I'm really happy with how to colour scheme came together.
I think the brightness of the silver contrasts well with the rest of the darker colours, and I think the colours suit the army very thematically. The green tunics and grey gloves/boots came out fantastically dark after a wash - which I think makes them look like they've been busy digging through tombs, and ransacking whatever plunder they can get their hands on.
The unit champion is wearing gold armour, which is something plan on keeping consistent throughout my units.

I haven't decided on basing yet, so that's still to be done. I'm looking for a basing option that I can apply to an army with a 150+ models that looks decent and isn't going to be too much of a time-sink.
I snapped some close ups of some of the models individually too - they're just after the unit shots.

 Sync out.

Temple of Skulls: Unboxing

I'm a bit of a bargain hunter, so I frequent second-hand trading forums looking for a deal - and this is one I just couldn't pass up. I managed to pick-up Games Workshop's Temple of Skulls for a really good deal (half RRP!), although at this point I'm not sure what I plan on using it for.

The size of the terrain piece really surprised me - I'd seen pictures online, but didn't really realise how big it was. It measures in at around 40cm x 24cm and would be a suitable piece for 40K or a skirmish game, but it's scale and shape would make it a little awkward to use on a Kings of War table.

Well, I think it looks awesome, and even if I just use it as a decorative piece of blocking terrain - and it'll definitely help bring my battles to life!

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The Crypt Kings - Test Scheme

I got to work on some lore and background for my army, and have updated the LORE section of my blog, as well as the title and imagery.

As a result of an imminent trade with a buddy, I've also updated my army list with the units I'll be expecting.

I find that having some background to my army gives me more motivation towards the project, as well as helping me envision how my army should look on the table.

With a solid theme for my army now in mind, I put brush to model and the model came to life as I had imagined it.

Taking advice from various sources, this is the scheme I've decided on.

So, with the difficult decision making done, it's time for the long-haul of getting these guys table-top ready!

Sync out.