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Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Dr Dave — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 02:38:03 -0000

dunno if anyone else has seen this?

http://space-wolves-grey.bl...

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Dr Dave — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:39:50 -0000

hey guys, just looking at the GW website, and i think i can see some SW minis in the picture:

http://www.games-workshop.c...

bottom right

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tarod — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:52:26 -0000

never been fashionable over here

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Larry Guffey — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:22:49 -0000

So I'm liking the new Space Wolves figs!

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Chaosgerbil — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:52:26 -0000

Thank you to both. Great feedback.

For disciplined armies such as blood pact, using the IG codex intact seems like a better option. Also, keep in mind some of the restrictions are there for balance as much as for fluff.

The Mutant overlord will get reworked.

Penal squads will get taken off the restricted list, it is not like they are a huge power unit.

Jealous gods... this is another fluff plus rules balance restriction, but I could see taking it out in the interest of including undivided forces.

From what I hear, the bigger threat from Chaos Marines is squads of up to ten in Rhinos, so I'm not sure a big group option messes things up. Also, Word Bearers have it in their fluff that they have large squads. I can see your point though.

Special Characters are on their way, and I will do my best to cost them appropriately. Some will allow for different army builds like in the newer codexes. I'll probably give a choice in the HQ section, like generic rogue trader vs. special one with better gear and a special rule or two.

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Dave — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:46:51 -0000

Hmmmm it is interesting. Would like to see the command options influence the armies abilities a bit more. I agree with Anon, it needs to have a more flexible feel to reflect the huge variance of chaos renegades that exist.
An example would be the "rouge trader" option. He might allow the army to have squadrons of vehicles or allow the use of valkyries and vultures. The commander to me would dictate the feel of the army whether he be a deranged psychotic lunatic or a well regimented sinister warlord.

Good luck.

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Rocknar — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:09:53 -0000

I like what I see, the Wolf tooth neclace on the knee pad rocks and is what was missing from the 3ed plastic sprue(leg parts) I just hope the rules arte just as awsome.

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Grimgorn — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:40:54 -0000

i think new 'Wolf anything is good. if they follow the premise of the Black Templar/Dark Angles upgrade sprues then i know what i'm doing with all my left over Space Marine parts from my 13th army. finish my Space Wolf army from back in the day!!

the picture doesn't look that great, however i'll leave any judgement until i see the bits themselves. this wouldn't be the first time a good model didn't look good from angle of the picture.

Grim

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fleshtuxedo — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:46:38 -0000

also, in regards to the legs looking thin,
have you notices the same from your "battle of hells reach" marines? I have, often, new trainee sculptors are brought in and make variations off of existing model stock/ be it 3-ups for plastic, or new digital sculptors on new frames. this was done with the most recent relaunch of chaos tactical marines and the chaos terminators.

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

fleshtuxedo — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:41:49 -0000

I would say, on par, not a strong design, if this is the marketing shot that is to get us drooling... meh.
I would specifically point out two things that bother me more than topknots and teeth.

(1) Is it me, or has the horizon of the shoulder armor dropped, making his head stand taller --> this is bad because now guardsmen will look just as "imposing"
(2) also - the new "curve" to the shoulderpad rims, though stylized, looks a little like a weak play at sneaking in some new ways to differntiate your horde of plastics. - ditto that on the meaningless banding added to the armor on the legs and backpack?

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

NecronLord3 — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:56:41 -0000

These look more like Luna Wolves than Space Wolves to me. The Space Wolves should subtly look like transforming Werewolves or have elements of Vikings and Dwarfs mixed in.

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Anon — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:00:30 -0000

Well, I likes it, but it could do with a few more squadrons. I would imagine that although LATD may lose far more tanks due to lack of repair skill, you need to account for disciplined armies such as Blood Pact that have the expertise to field full regiments. Also, the Mutant Overlord needs to lose the option for a power fist or weapon, and become a monstrous creature. Or you can tone down the stats a bit. For his points cost, he's a bit over powered. You need to lose the Jealous Gods rule, otherwise you'll exclude all the undivided players who want to balance things out. Also, there needs to be a limit on CSM squad sizes (maybe limit them to 10 man instead of 20). And Penal Legions should be a part of the main list as opposed to a every 500 points unit, seeing as you would expect followers of Chaos to know more dirty tricks etcetera. Rant over, hope it helps, and I sincerely look forward to seeing the final version. Everything else is absolutely fantastic, so keep up the awesome work :D

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Gotthammer — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:29:09 -0000

Except for the start of RT, when they were actually a very light grey (astronomican grey is a good match).

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Sternhammer — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:08:48 -0000

Hair is so easy to sculpt. Just chop the top knot off and give the model long hair. I've done this with wolves before - now you only get 5 head variants, so you need variety. The trick is not to make it too long so it interferes with the backpack. Half a peanut sized blob of GS will do.

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themonkeyfeet — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:03:39 -0000

New Imperial Guard upcoming pack - some sort of sentinel squadron. My guess is two of the new squadron in one box, maybe two but i doubt it from the price.
You can find the title and price on www.scifigenre.com under Games:Miniatures:Games Workshop:Warhammer 40k:Imperial Guard: Catachans. there is a green "P" next to it for pre-order - however all the site really offers is a price $49.50

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Ben — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:50:20 -0000

the one with the bolter looks like Mel Gibson with a top knot.

Scarry

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Chaosgerbil — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:14:17 -0000

I'm working on one. Here's the most recent version:

http://chaosgerbil.files.wo...

Here's the blog for it:
http://chaosgerbil.wordpres...

I'd love more feedback.

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BigGrim — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:07:33 -0000

Nothin' like beating a dead horse.

After these guys (who really needed an update) I'm hoping next year will be completely Xenos. That'd rock.

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BigGrim — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:05:06 -0000

Yee-Haw! The Wolves are FINALLY getting the update they deserve! These models look GREAT! The diamond chest gem, dripping with runes and wolf pelts. Plus wolf icones, teeth on the Blood Claws greaves, the heads look great IMO, the trim on the Grey Hunters greaves and backpack (along with the skulls). I am a very happy Wolf player. I've been playing these guys since Rogue Trader. I can't wait for more images of these guys and, frankly, October cannot come fast enough!

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Dave — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:26:44 -0000

LATD need their own codex!!! Even if it is only free to download PDF.

Dave

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Dave — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:24:42 -0000

I can't say that I am overly impressed or that I see the need to redesign the kit.... but that is just me.

Having said that, being a puppy player since their first codex, I am happy to see them being brought back up to speed.

Look forward to seeing some excellent new models and rules to match.

Dave

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hrudboy — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:41:39 -0000

He looks more like a Luna Wolf to me. Thinking of using some parts for my chaos army

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masterslowpoke — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:24:15 -0000

DH and WH are stand-alone. You can take allies but it's not necessary.

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kidkyoto — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:37:00 -0000

"Finally, the last of the "add-on" non-stand-alone codices falls."

Except for Daemon Hunters and Witch Hunters of course.

Oh and Lost and the Damned, which now points to TWO OOP codexes.

Re: 40K SNEAK PEEK: Space Wolves Minis

Mike X (Official) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:05:23 -0000

The Space Wolves color scheme has always been a dull baby blue, but pretty close to grey.