Me and my Brother sat down to flick through the channels on the TV one evening, to see what we could find to hold our interest, not holding our breath. Then we saw Sean Bean swagger on screen, and were totally fixated for the next 2 hours (2 hours!).
The historical drama series 'Sharpe' was likely a gateway to many of my generation of historical gamers, and as such, you'll be hard pushed to find a painting blog that doesn't contain at least a few minis from the 95th rifles hidden in their galleries. Why shoudl this one be any different?
As I previously mentioned, I picked up a couple of Perry riflemen free with a magazine, then went online to buy a few more. Of course I had to find a range that would supply a version of the man himself. I though Front rank's range was consistently of good quality, and although their Rilfeman Captain with Rifle (not standard issue, for swashbuckers only) may not be in the most dynamic pose (and not carrying a heavy cavalry sabre), he fits the bill.
I went on to find myself a skirmish rules set, and settled on Ganesha Games 'Songs of Drums and Shakoes'. This seemed to have the right mix of RPG elemets and Skirmishing rules, that can easily be adapted for a more swashbuckling feel. To act as the dastardly French in my scenarios, I picked up a box of Perry Miniatures French Line infantry. As is par for the course, I have yet to play a game.
Onwards to the pictures.
I've set up a little production line for painting these guys, and, after reading a few articles in magazines NOT devoted to fantasy gaming, am trying out a faster way to get these guys finished. It seems to be working out rather well. As always, the camera picks up flaws my eyes do not detect, but I am proud of these none-the-less. Firmly in the 'tabletop' quality, not for display purposes, but look good whilst gaming.
Leading the charge
Officer with Pelisse
Sergeant
Private
Group Shot
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| This goes to show, I have a few left to do. |
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