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Title: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 03 August 2015, 12:56:03
I got quite a collection of plastic battle mech figures over the last 4 or 5 years. Some date back to 3rd edition of classic battletech, some came from citytech (2nd edition boxed set), a few are of the more recent 25th anniversary box and I even have some of the plastech release. Anyway, I never did anything with them although I have had them sitting on a shelf for such a long time.

The first few got a clean up and were based now. How soon I will be able to splotch some paint on I don't know, but as soon as I can, those will be resembling the command lance of the Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, Otomo Regiment of House Kurita.

The mechs will be fighting opposing forces of Clan Smoke Jaguar for  a scenario out of the old "Luthien" campaign pack.

I have gathered some experience painting small miniatures while painting for my Epic 40k Tau forces - let's see if I can turn those figures into something worthwhile as well.

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/otomo%20lance_zpsuo3zqa1n.jpg)
Marauder (old 3rd edition BT), Orion (Citytech, 2nd edition), Battlemaster (old 3rd edition BT), Awesome (re-based 25th Anniversary box miniature)


My very first painted Classic Battletech miniature: an "Awesome" Mech for my Otomo Regiment of House Kurita. They use a flat black scheme with golden ornaments. I figured stylized flames could not be wrong on a Mech serving the Dragon himself.  O0 Enjoy!

(Yes, I know: some moldlines are still visible. Damn 25th anniversary boxed set plastics aren't exactly high quality...)
(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/otomo%20awesome%20main_zpseiq29ezr.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/otomo%20awesome_zpscr5bhuqe.jpg)

more pictures can be found on my blog:
Awesome Battlemech, Otomo Regiment colour scheme (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/otomo-command-lance-awesome-mech.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: worktroll on 03 August 2015, 18:03:28
Sgt,

With the CityTech Orion, take the time to cut the upper arms - cut them at the shoulders on an angle, and make them only about 1/2 as long, and put them back on, like below:

(http://www.solaris7.com/files/members/602/Hansens_Battle_Lance.jpg)

A very simple change that totally improves the mini. Painting-wise, you don't need advice from me ;)

W
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: M4cr0Dutch on 08 August 2015, 07:19:33
Good luck with the project mate. I just finished playing through the whole Luthien campaign book and it was a blast; it took us a year to play through!

Nice work on the Awesome, especially the free-hand detail  O0
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: jimdigris on 08 August 2015, 07:24:52
 O0
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 09 August 2015, 02:12:40
Just another Mech finished over the weekend. This time the Command Lance's "Marauder". The figure is a two-part plastic "unseen" figure from the old 3rd Edition box.

Enjoy!

Flat black scheme with golden flames has grown to me. I love it! What do you think?

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Marauder%20otomo%20main_zps3fbkaogg.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Marauder%20teaser_zpsbo7odccy.jpg)

More pictures and shots from various angles can be found (as always) on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/otomo-command-lance-marauder-mech.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: TheMaster1955 on 09 August 2015, 07:17:07
looking good.  O0 O0
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 09 August 2015, 09:16:19
Sweet work
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: jrvk777 on 09 August 2015, 09:31:34
Excellent work, sir!  O0

Really digging what you've done with the paint scheme, considering that these are the 'old' plastics! Very inspiring!

Looking forward to see more, and also looking forward to the After Action Report (with pics) of the scenario!  8)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Colt Ward on 09 August 2015, 17:01:54
Is that the Intro Box Battlemaster worktroll?

They look good to me, though someone said use a Exacto to trim the flash on plastic rather than file.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 16 August 2015, 03:00:52
Thanks for your comments, guys. That really helps me keep going.  8)

Since yesterday was a holiday in this region I had plenty of time to paint again. It was enough to get the Orion done. This leaves me with only one more figure to go to finish the Command Lance.

The Orion is one of the plastic miniatures that came with Citytech (2nd Edition).

Anyways, here are the pictures:
(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/ORION%20teaser_zpsnqlrnckc.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Orion%20laser_zpsovqsr5c7.jpg)

More pictures from various angles can be found on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/otomo-command-lance-orion-mech.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 16 August 2015, 14:04:40
great work. 

Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 23 August 2015, 01:55:38
Finished off the Battlemaster mech this weekend. The Command Lance for my Otomo Regiment is completed and I can now concentrate on assembling and painting the first Clan troops as their opposing force.

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Battlemaster%20teaser_zps25iyojsj.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Battlemaster%201_zpsuzfooxna.jpg)

More pics can be found in my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/otomo-command-lance-battlemaster-mech.html) as usual.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 23 August 2015, 11:23:48
Great work.  Nice job on the cockpit. 

Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 23 August 2015, 14:30:07
Guys, I need your help on some Battletech lore.

In the "Trojan Horses" scenario of the Luthien campaign book, the Smoke Jaguar forces are called the 1st Jaguar Guard Cluster, belonging to the 31st Smoke Jaguar Assault Galaxy.

Sarna lists them as being part of the "Beta Galaxy" as their parental unit (in 3059). However, I found also an article that says they were part of "Alpha Galaxy".

Which one is correct? This will be important when it comes to paint their scheme correctly. Anyone know the correct answer??  :(
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Colt Ward on 23 August 2015, 20:09:05
 . . . its a FASA problem.  The Jaguars are a victim of (lack)factchecking.  Invading Clans is probably where Sarna gets its site and is a sourcebook rather than a scenario book (source of many FASA continuity errors) . . . or it might be Objective Raids (another source, but fun book) so . . . it is a matter of which you like more?
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 23 August 2015, 21:02:44
@Colt Ward: Invading Clans (sourcebook) clearly states the 1st Jaguar Guards are with Beta Galaxy. Anyone able to check "Objective Raids" ? I don't have that one  :-\

But I have a feeling that Beta seems to be more correct?
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Colt Ward on 23 August 2015, 21:20:21
I think that is sort of the consensus . . . the 'khans' claimed in the Luthien SB are also off, along with other details.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Charbok on 23 August 2015, 23:16:55
Objective Raids has them as part of Beta, as well.  It's got an in-universe date of 3054, as well, if that matters.  BTW, I love this project, and think you're doing a fantastic job. :D
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 24 August 2015, 11:01:14
Thanks, that kind of confirms it to me.  8) Appreciate your comments on this project, guys.

"Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): 1st Jaguar Guards Command Star
With the Otomo Command Lance finished, I am going to paint up the Command Star of the 1st Jaguar Guards next.
With help of the community in the Battletech forum I was also able to decide whether the 1st Jaguar Guards are going to be part of Alpha or Beta Galaxy. Most sources claim them to be with Beta which will lead them to be painted in the scheme of the "Mistweavers". Unfortunately there are some inconsitencies with the lore in the older FASA book(s). :-/

The Star is a mix of 5 Omni Mechs of various weight class and consists out of two old Citytech plastics and three Ral Partha pewter figures.
(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/DSCF3039_zpsryhshjl3.jpg)

Left to right:
Loki (Hellbringer), Daishi (Dire Wolf), Vulture (Mad Dog), Timberwolf (Mad Cat), Ryoken (Stormcrow)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Elbows on 24 August 2015, 18:33:47
Anxiously looking forward to see them done up.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 27 August 2015, 03:10:31
Anxiously looking forward to see them done up.

And you shall receive an answer to that wish. But first some more Kurita pics..

I just realised how low the quality of the group shot was that I took of my Otomo Command Lance. So, for all of you out there here is a better one (actually it is even two)   :P

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/command%201_zps3gknj79c.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/command%202_zps4teuxvtb.jpg)
From left to right:
Tai-i (= Captain) Kasugai Chisei in an "Orion"
Tai-sa (= Colonel) Oda Hideyoshi in a "Battlemaster"
Tai-i (= Captain) Suzuki Hitoshi in a "Marauder"
Sho-sa (= Major) Minimida Yosuke in an "Awesome"

Time for some opposing forces though...

This plastic Citytech "Mad Cat" (Timberwolf) is the first tester for the scheme I am going to paint my 1st Jaguar Guard Stars in.

According to Camospecs the Mechs of Beta Galaxy are painted in
Quote
"a multilayered grey camouflage consisting of horizontal streaks, meant to represent a mist. Bloodnamed warriors paint large felid eyes on the torso of their 'Mechs, and may even add other felid features as well. Kills are marked by smaller pairs of eyes placed randomly on the 'Mech, though some warriors have taken to placing them near the weapons which delivered the final blow. The Elementals of Beta Galaxy have been seen in both this scheme and the traditional jaguar spot camo."

I wasn't sure about the "felid eyes" part. I looked at the painted examples provided on Camospecs and I did not really like that feature of the scheme, so I left it off.

Also, thinking of Luthien being the capital world of the Draconis Combine, cityfighting would more or less take place no matter what and that lead me to the conclusion that I could turn the "streaks representing mist" into a nice urban camo pattern.

Camospecs also painted the cockpit glass in blue which to me didn't make the most aggressive of all invading clans look as menacing as I would imagine them. I therefore turned those into an evil and dangerous looking red tone. I hope you like it.

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/mad%20cat%20teaser_zpsx8xmazdd.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/mad%20cat%201_zpsnutywetn.jpg)

Remember that you can always check out even more pictures of those miniatures by visiting my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/1st-jaguar-guards-command-star-mad-cat.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: JadedFalcon on 27 August 2015, 03:47:37
These are looking great! But you probably already knew that. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the Jags.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 29 August 2015, 03:17:59
These are looking great! But you probably already knew that. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the Jags.

Thanks!  O0

Thanks to a few days off I found plenty of time to spend it on the table, painting more figures. The "Ryoken" is the next one finished for my 1st Jaguar Guards Command Star. The miniature is the old Ral Partha sculpt.

Enjoy. ;)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/ryoken%20teaser_zpsq1wiulym.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/ryoken%201_zpsuoorjdqx.jpg)

More pics can be found on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/08/1st-jaguar-guards-command-star-ryoken.html).
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: jrvk777 on 29 August 2015, 07:45:59
Looking forward to pics of the AAR for this!

I guess SJ's may win?  ;D
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Elbows on 29 August 2015, 08:42:40
I don't know anything about the campaign, but I'm always up for some re-written history.  Love those comically tiny hands on the Ryoken!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 29 August 2015, 12:24:26
A great camo scheme for the Jags
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 07 September 2015, 11:13:22
A great camo scheme for the Jags

Thanks!

The last weekend was busy. I had to attend various family related visits and Sunday also is our regular 40k gaming afternoon. Nonetheless, with no further delay here it is: another Mech for my Smoke Jaguar forces, a "Vulture".

Actually, this is a kitbash of the old Ral Partha arms and legs, combined with the newer re-sculpt parts of Iron Wind Metals' Vulture (centre torso, left and right missile bays).

How do you like it?

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Vulture%20teaser_zpsbb0bkdbi.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Vulture%201_zpsx2s34rtk.jpg)

More pictures can be found on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/09/1st-jaguar-guards-command-star-vulture.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Archer77 on 07 September 2015, 11:24:40
Holy crap look at that Madcat and to think I was going to chop mine up for parts!
Now I just have to paint like you :)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 07 September 2015, 15:28:07
Lovely Mad dog
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 13 September 2015, 12:10:27
Thanks a lot, guys.  O0

Another week has passed, another Mech has been finished. This time its one more plastic figure from the old Citytech boxed set (2nd Edition). The "Daish" is the heaviest Mech those clanners are going to throw against the defenders of House Kurita.

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Daishi%20teaser_zps4rf5hi9i.jpg)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Daishi%201_zpsqd9txyuy.jpg)

More pictures from various angles can be found on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/09/1st-jaguar-guards-command-star-daishi.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Elbows on 14 September 2015, 06:16:42
Very very cool.  And something rightly feared in the old Mechwarrior computer games.  ;D
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 20 September 2015, 10:38:35
Today I have put final touches onto my "Loki" Mech for the 1st Jaguar Guard's Command Star.

With all five miniatures painted, that one is completed. Here are  a couple of shots from the miniature (old Ral Partha sculpt).  ;)

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/Loki%20teaser_zpswfttgq2c.jpg)
(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/loki%201_zpsjj7qigyd.jpg)

More pics can be found on my B L O G (http://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/2015/09/1st-jaguar-guards-command-star-loki-mech.html)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 21 September 2015, 10:34:43
 1st Jaguar Guards Command Star finished, group shot
The completed Command Star:

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/command%20star%20teaser_zps60eqjmpu.jpg)
From left to right:

Star Colonel Fryne in a "Dire Wolf (Daishi) Prime"
Mechwarrior Nelson in a "Timber Wolf (Mad Cat) Prime"
Mechwarrior Velika in a "Storm Crow (Ryoken) Prime"
Mechwarrior Traine in a "Hellbringer (Loki) Prime"
Mechwarrior Marva in a "Mad Dog (Vulture) Prime"
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: IAMCLANWOLF on 21 September 2015, 11:14:52
To date, our Luthien scenario was the most fun my group has ever had playing the TT. Of course, that was back in the 90's, but who's counting? These look fantastic. I especially like the urban camo. It reminds me of an old scheme that Archer's Miniatures used to paint. Hope you post some battle reports, so I can relive a bit of Luthien.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 03 October 2015, 04:52:49
"Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): 1st Jaguar Guards Bravo Assault Star
My original plan was to always do one Lance of Inner Sphere Mechs and one Star of Clan Mechs, alternating between the two factions. Thanks to German Customs (it seems) my arrival of Inner Sphere reinforcements has been delayed. In order not to waste time, I instead build up my next Star of Smoke Jaguar Mechs. Those are a mix of old Ral Partha sculpts, newer Iron Wind Metals Omni Mech parts (SRM 6s on the Man O' War, Pulse Laser muzzles on the Nobori-Nin) and a plastic figure from 2nd edition Citytech. There was some minor conversion work on the Nobori-Nin, to bring it to "B" configuration standards (see his arms in foreground).

(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/bravo%20assault%20wip_zpsxpqdzxic.jpg)

from left to right:
Gargoyle (Man O' War)
Summoner (Thor)
Huntsman (Nobori-Nin)
Hellbringer (Loki)
Nova (Black Hawk)

by the time of posting those are already primed and ready for painting.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 14 October 2015, 12:54:06
Ta-daaa! An (minor) update: customs was friendly enough to finally let me have my miniatures. Heavy lance assembled and ready for painting.
(http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m185/Plasmasturm/Classic%20Battletech%20Alpha%20Strike/heavy%20lance%20assembly_zpsjhmedeaf.jpg)
Thunderbolt, Archer, Crusader and Warhammer, all metal unseen  minis from Ral Partha.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 30 March 2017, 14:43:04
Another addition for Alpha Strike.

"Unseen" Warhammer 'Mech, an old Ral Partha pewter miniature. Something different for a change     8)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3759/32927320563_db576897cb_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2922/33583923092_c1aceb73a8_o.jpg)

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(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2806/32927321343_2993ea592f_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2914/32927321513_6643c72f7a_o.jpg)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Vash The Stampede on 30 March 2017, 16:39:07
These are beautiful! It's really impressive when someone can make the Citytech clan mechs look like masterpieces. I'm really in love with that Battlemaster too! That purple on the cockpit is gorgeous!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Force of Nature on 30 March 2017, 16:47:57
Well done! They all look excellent.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Hayden. on 30 March 2017, 20:38:39
Simply masterful.  You've totally done justice with the plastics, and I appreciate your creative use of gold paint to achieve the Otomo insignia.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 02 April 2017, 07:04:35
And another classic to reinforce the Dragon's personal guard.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2831/33634844652_becc08282e_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2939/33791320685_f6ebacb4ab_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2867/33406679810_5680d9954e_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3844/32978350383_34aa216522_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2837/32978350473_269dc65891_o.jpg)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 10 April 2017, 10:41:43
Nothing special, but another one finished.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2853/33798713122_d326fcc7f0_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2851/33112888594_3d17b3a4c0_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2910/33112888664_e64ecb4795_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3727/33142980743_384600cf82_o.jpg)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: avon1985 on 11 April 2017, 05:18:33
Very sweet! O0
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 15 April 2017, 02:07:22
The classics return to the battlefield - unfortunately one of the antennas snapped off when I took the pictures.   :'(
I hope the well-knowing BT fans can tell me whether I painted the cockpit in the right spot or not.   ;)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2850/33915445411_cd951aeac0_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3935/33915445881_b3e2e3ec41_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3931/33915445041_d12067a755_o.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 16 April 2017, 02:07:57
By favourite demand:

Company A, 1st Battalion

Heavy Lance

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2817/33915443331_81eaa4b5e2_o.jpg)

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From left to right:
Tai-i (= Captain) Gyo Chu in a "Warhammer"
Chu-i (= Lieutenant) Imazeki Shobo in an "Archer"
Heishi (= Private) David Lin in a "Thunderbolt"
Heishi (= Private) Emmet Casey in a "Crusader"
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 23 April 2017, 02:52:04
1st Jaguar Guards Bravo Assault Star "Black Hawk" Mech
Reinforcements for the attackers: Black Hawk plastic miniature from the old CityTech (2nd edition) box.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2820/33828973360_5a5713b152_o.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Hayden. on 23 April 2017, 04:19:30
By favourite demand:

Company A, 1st Battalion

Heavy Lance

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2817/33915443331_81eaa4b5e2_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2838/33915443701_ef61910e5e_o.jpg)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3938/33915443951_8865439991_o.jpg)

From left to right:
Tai-i (= Captain) Gyo Chu in a "Warhammer"
Chu-i (= Lieutenant) Imazeki Shobo in an "Archer"
Heishi (= Private) David Lin in a "Thunderbolt"
Heishi (= Private) Emmet Casey in a "Crusader"

These are just great! The individual embellishments add great personality.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 23 April 2017, 12:30:33
These are just great! The individual embellishments add great personality.

Thank you, that keeps me going.  O:-) 
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 28 April 2017, 11:41:12
1st Jaguar Guards Bravo Assault Star "Man O' War" Mech

This is an old Ral Partha sculpt, I have only added SRM-6 launchers from the Iron Wind Metal Omni-Mech part catalogue to finish off a "prime" configuration.

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 07 May 2017, 04:01:04
For the Assault Star I had to paint another "Loki", so here he is:

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Yes, I actually did paint a second one.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 11 May 2017, 11:58:30
 "Thor" Prime configuration for the Assault Star.

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Old Ral Partha sculpt which I cleaned and repainted.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: theCrowe on 23 May 2017, 12:47:15
Wowza! You're really hitting this project outa the park! Every mech is a winner! Great job on the Smoke Jags especially, I'm about to tackle a star of Delta galaxy Smoke Jags myself. If they turn out half this good I'd be well pleased.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sentinel4 on 31 May 2017, 19:01:49
I have to say, I'm more of a camo guy vs. Parade scheme and such.  Not a fan of flames....Don't get me wrong....Im always amazed at the paint jobs y'all do.  It inspires me.

But I have to say I like the flames you did here.  Just the right amount.  I'm really digging the clan mechs.  I wish I could do cockpits like that.

Now, these last IS mechs.  One word,  Wow.

I think the rising sun on that T-bolt is outstanding, and that Warhammer is wonderful.

Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Louie N on 02 June 2017, 00:34:34
All excellent
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 06 June 2017, 14:56:54
Wowza! You're really hitting this project outa the park! Every mech is a winner! Great job on the Smoke Jags especially, I'm about to tackle a star of Delta galaxy Smoke Jags myself. If they turn out half this good I'd be well pleased.

Thanks!  O0

After a lot of urgent family matters I finally got back to the painting table. This conversion of Ral Partha's Nobori-nin to represent the Bravo configuration is my latest work.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4251/34756226070_45ce5b153c_o.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Takiro on 06 June 2017, 16:55:58
Wow, great job Sarge! Absolutely loving the work. My favorite thus far is the Otomo Warhammer but Jag and Kurita alike very well done.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 07 June 2017, 10:32:44
Wow, great job Sarge! Absolutely loving the work. My favorite thus far is the Otomo Warhammer but Jag and Kurita alike very well done.

Thanks, much appreciated.  O0

The completed Assault Star:

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From left to right:

Star Captain Kisen in a "Gargoyle (Man O' War) Prime"
Mechwarrior Zena in a "Hellbringer (Loki) Prime"
Mechwarrior Juste in a "Huntsman (Nobori-nin) Bravo"
Mechwarrior Olva in a "Summoner (Thor) Prime"
Mechwarrior Silas in a "Nova (Black Hawk) Prime"
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: croaker on 08 June 2017, 16:59:56
Dang, those are all some nice-looking 'mechs.

I love the freehand 'Rising Sun' flags on the shoulders of some of the Otomo. Care to share how you did that?
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 28 January 2018, 11:59:20
First finished miniature in 2018 - Wolf Trap medium 'Mech for House Kurita's Otomo unit.

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Valkerie on 28 January 2018, 13:18:44
Beautiful work!  Detail is most excellent.  8) 8)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Domi1981 on 31 January 2018, 03:28:22
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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Pooman on 31 January 2018, 03:44:48
Impressive. I really like the purple cockpit on the Wolftrap.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 31 January 2018, 14:09:41
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Alternatively you could follow this link - its for free to look at all previously posted pics on my blog
https://smallscaleoperations.blogspot.de/search/label/Battletech
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Daemion on 03 February 2018, 13:44:27
Re: the Loki, I'm surprised they came up with what they did for the head, considering the old TRo artwork had more of a Knight's mask. I've checked.

Question: How long did it take you to do the edging on your Otomo?

Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 04 February 2018, 03:49:17
Re: the Loki, I'm surprised they came up with what they did for the head, considering the old TRo artwork had more of a Knight's mask. I've checked.

Question: How long did it take you to do the edging on your Otomo?

I can`t give you an exact time amount per miniature, but edging is the longest painting step on these.  #P
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Daemion on 04 February 2018, 17:01:15
I thought so. It looked pretty intricate.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 11 February 2018, 15:05:19
An old classic:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4709/25328643387_26ce94d3c1_z.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Armond on 12 February 2018, 04:38:24
Beautiful work!  That purple pops!!!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Daemion on 12 February 2018, 11:52:40
Why is a Republic Knight sporting the Dragon's Crest?  ;) #P
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 25 February 2018, 04:25:45
Slightly converted to 'K' version

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 01 March 2018, 13:37:35
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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: JadedFalcon on 02 March 2018, 00:29:57
Still much coolness here. I particularly like the Shadow Hawk.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Hayden. on 02 March 2018, 00:51:33
A delightful set.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 02 March 2018, 01:05:45
 Company A, 1st Battalion

Medium Lance

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4721/39857561064_bf762bbd56_z.jpg)

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 From left to right:
Chu-i (= Captain) Mason Omata in a "Wolverine"
Sho-ko (= Sergeant Major) James Hough in a "Shadow Hawk"
Heishi (= Private) Pat Borgen in a "Wolf Trap"
Heishi (= Private) Otto Reuter in a "Phoenix Hawk"
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Valkerie on 02 March 2018, 01:45:22
That's one big group of awesome.  Nicely done sir!  8) 8)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: avon1985 on 10 March 2018, 07:36:19
love the classics!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 19 March 2018, 07:21:49
Took the time to convert a Mad Cat Mech's alternative configuration A out of some Mechwarrior Dark Age miniature's parts, some Iron Wind Metals' spare parts and an old Citytech plastic Mad Cat. Turned out quite nicely.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/787/40856247062_57bcbacc2c_z.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Neo-Tanuki on 19 March 2018, 11:47:58
Both the Jaguars and the Otomo look very nice. Great work.

I really like your use of purple highlighting on the Otomo's black and gold...you are inspiring me to try more painting with purple!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 20 March 2018, 06:57:51
This alternative configuration B version of the Mad Cat has been converted using Iron Wind Metal's OmniMech parts and combining them with the old Ral Partha sculpt.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/787/39108214640_6381ec99b2_z.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Takiro on 20 March 2018, 10:34:22
Like B better. ;) Great stuff!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: theCrowe on 22 March 2018, 19:03:26
Dracs and Jags, you spoil us! And all beautifully painted. Incredible work all round. Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 25 March 2018, 08:09:51
Vulture Prime.

Old Ral Partha with Re-sculpt miniature's side torso missile bays.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/798/39196873010_9419a707df_z.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4773/26135238547_06c5edbfd6_z.jpg)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Takiro on 25 March 2018, 08:11:33
Wow, very nice!!
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Archer77 on 26 March 2018, 03:14:30
Ok, that's it! You're painting my miniatures.....
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 02 April 2018, 03:47:41
Standard Stormcrow Prime

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/799/40465719734_e90d098c3c_z.jpg)
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 03 April 2018, 10:25:26
Old Ral Partha with IWM OmniMech parts to create Alternative Configuration C.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/793/40496789454_d4b6005abf_z.jpg)

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Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Sgt. Scream on 04 April 2018, 12:49:09
The completed Charlie Assault Star:

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/784/27362030808_5f8478a1e7_z.jpg)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/817/40339701565_feef0eaf77_z.jpg)

From left to right:

Star Captain Milon in a "Timberwolf (Mad Cat) Alt. Config. B"
Mechwarrior Nissa in a "Timberwolf (Mad Cat) Alt. Config. A"
Mechwarrior Unda in a "Vulture (Mad Dog) Prime"
Mechwarrior Theodore in a "Stormcrow (Ryoken) Prime"
Mechwarrior Carlo in a "Stormcrow (Ryoken) Alt. Config. C"
Title: Re: "Trojan Horses" (Luthien Scenario Pack): Otomo Vs. Clan Smoke Jaguar project
Post by: Takiro on 04 April 2018, 14:55:59
Nice looking star! :thumbsup: