Harlequin Shadowseer

The Harlequin models continue to roll off the painting table.  This time it's a Shadowseer.  

Much like the last player posted, this is a sprucing up of a previously painted model.  This time though, it was a much more extensive job.  Every part of the model saw some work done to it.  

The photographs have a tendency to over state the white highlights on the model.  It was there with the Solitaire, but more noticeable here on the Shadowseer.  

The rest of the model is fairly standard Harlequin fare.  I chose to limit the diamonds for two reasons.  First, there isn't a lot of places to make them work.  Second, I feel that the Shadowseer would have a bit more understated look.

I plan on getting a new plastic Shadowseer.  The model looks awesome and with the leaked FOC, having 7 Elite slots gives the option for a lot of Seers.

As for what's next, it's more players.  I flirted with doing some batch painting, but it didn't feel right.  I did two to start off with and did a good amount of base-coating, but ultimately decided to focus on just one model at a time. 

Harlequin Player II

This is an older metal sculpt Harlequin Player.  I just had to spruce him up a bit and bring him along with the new plastic style.  I think the model still stands up.  I think i'll differentiate the Troupes by their hair color.

I have a Shadowseer on the verge of completion.  I am really excited for the new plastic one, but it doesn't hurt to have options.

Harlequin Player I

I've been on a roll for two days now.  It must be all those years of Harlequin drought.  

I really like this pose.  The backward sword just screams Harlequin to me.  That matched with the pistol, makes for a cool pose.  The mask didn't quite come out right due to the pure whiteness though.  I like how the capes on these new Harlequins are optional.  Not only do they shoehorn in painting options, but makes everything look the same.  

I plan on starting up another one tonight, but stupid work will get in the way of finishing it.  I still really want to get the bulk of these done before the Skyweavers roll in.  

Harlequin Solitaire

So I got myself to the gaming store today and picked me up some Harlequins.  I got a Troupe box and a Solitaire.  I've got them all assembled and I really like everything so far.  I was apprehensive about getting a Troupe box seeing as I have 16 Players and 2 Masters, but I couldn't pass up those beatiful models.  The extra bits are welcome as well.

I cannot explain how much I love this Solitaire model.  It's dynamic, but still very understated.  Compared to the old school Solitaires from the late 90s, this is just amazing.  I chose to leave off the phase out bit off the cloak.  I just don't like it.

Paint scheme wise it's a very limited palette.  The model is predominately black and several shades of purple.  It definitely gets some inspiration from the GW paint scheme, but I changed some things to fit my Eldar aesthetic.  

Next up are the Troupers.  I chose not to build a Troupe Master and went with six Players.  I would really like to get them done by the time the new Jetbikes drop, so I have my work cut out for me. 

Harlequin Death Jester

So the new Harlequin Codex/Supplement/dataslate/whatever they end up calling it has got me stoked.  Harlequins where really my first army in 40k.  I was an Eldar player, but the first real force that I look the field with were the murder clowns.  With the leaks already, I feel they are getting the attention I think they deserve.  I know I cannot wait until I get my hands on that new Solitaire.  On to the model.

This is one of the three old style Death Jesters.  The original boxset from GW came with 16 models, three of which were Death Jesters.  This one is easily my favorite.  I used this model as an exarch for years during 2nd ed when he wasn't in my Harlequin force.  For a model from 1989, I think it really holds up and definitely still inspiring the current sculpt. 

These were some of the first diamonds I have done in some time.  I think they came out well.  I spent a bit more time than in the past and I think the finished product shows that.  I kept the rest of the model very dark.  I changed up some colors than my traditional Eldar scheme.

I have a whole mess of Harlequins on my table right now.  If Harlequins get new Jetbikes, I think my head will explode. I haven't pre-ordered anything from GW since 8th edition fantasy rulebook.  Eldar Harlequins will reset that clock.

Eldar Alaitoc Farseer

I have to start off and say, I love this model.  For some reason, I never made it a priority to get one and it took Justin to mail me one to really appreciate it.  I am disappointed the other more recent Farseers have almost the same positioning though.  

I want to talk about the photos first.  I chose not to crop them at all.  I really wanted to get the most exposure for the awesome piece of terrain Justin built a few years back.  He seriously just carved this entire coliseum piece that is roughly a cubic foot in size out of hardboard and flower foam.  He used only a bread knife.  The first photo is also my favorite.  I have a Warlock, the Farseer I posted last week, and Eldrad in the background.  

The paint scheme itself is nothing too new.  I continued adding some silver distress to the gold though.  I also went with green hands.  Justin paints all his exposed Eldar flesh as green.  I figured I would give him a shout-out via green hands on this guy.  

As for what's up next, I hope some Murder Clowns.  That is, Harlequins.  The rumors and rumblings are pointing to a Harlequin book.  They were my first 40k army back in 2nd edition.  I'll have to wait to see what's available to them, but if Venoms are really an option, my Dark Eldar Venoms will be stripped and painted up in proper colors, bright primary colors and diamonds. 

Eldar Farseer and Wraithguard

I got an Eldar goodie box from the great white north that Justin sent me just after Christmas.  It was full of cool stuff, these two models are just a few of them.

First up is the Farseer.  I think this model was unreleased and more of a concept model.  You can tell by the somewhat unfinished backpack and relative simple adornments for an Eldar of his stature.  Backpack aside, I really enjoy this model.  I think the more simpler look really sets this guy apart from the others in a good way.  He's more reminiscent of a Warlock than a Farseer, which makes him a great addition to my army as a leader of a front-line detachment. 

Next up, is the Wraithguard.  I guess he was on the bad side of an eBay deal and got some "recast Wraithguard done in solder grade lead" as he puts it. I like the throwback nature of the OOP Wraithguard and the older style Chinese recasts.  The details aren't the sharpest and there are some flaws even my dremel couldn't fix. If I ever finish the other 4, which are of a poorer quality than this chap, then they would be a great suicide unit, a designation befitting their origin. 

I have a newer style Farseer that I am working on next.  He's got a lot of base-coating done on him, it's just a matter of motivation right now.