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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models  Posted: Tue Aug 05, 2003 8:24 pm |
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- So, what are you guys using for Marine Scout Snipers? ?
I tried taking the heavy weapons guys and removing the missile launder magazine, along with a little filing.
They look okay, but not as good as I had hoped.
- Should I revert to the old plan whereby IG troopers were fielded as SM scouts?
- Also, what do you think about using the old IG bikes for scout bikes?
In case you are wondering, my home-grown chapter is intended to be scout-heavy, so I'm looking for ideas.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2003 4:16 am |
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This may not be any help, but I'm waiting to see what (or if) G/W produces (any).
I'm not big on converting 6mm Infantry ...
I can barely see as it is!
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MaksimSmelchak
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2003 4:37 pm |
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Neal,
So far I have been using my Ratlings for any snipers I've needed and I haven't used SM and IG snipers together so only one type has been used.
Here are some ideas:
- Use GZG NAC proxies. There's a guy with a cloak that has a remarkable resemblance to the 28mm GW SM sniper. Add in a C&C Machine gun if you want a longer sniper-looking weapon. Alternately you could use a little plasticard or plastic stock to approximate the rifle.
- Base your snipers specially on pennies or other distinctive bases.
- Use the second edition Eldar Guardians (the one with the long laser rifle) and do a head swap.
- Use the Eldar ranger model and do a head swap.
- Take any SM models (including the basic trooper) and add in a C&C Machine gun if you want a longer sniper-looking weapon or alternately you could use a little plasticard or plastic stock to approximate the rifle.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2003 7:56 pm |
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One thought that crosses my mind is why do you need a model at all?
Now before you think me crazy follow me for a moment first.
What if you took a small piece of plastic about 3/4th the size of a man as your start? Mount a suitable looking barrel on one end. Maybe even use small wire to make bipod etc. Now mount this ?sniper? onto a penny with some texture on it. Cut a small section off of a used dryer sheet. Use white glue to ?mold? the sheet over our ?blob sniper? into a shape you like. Maybe even simulate the head with a small raise in the correct spot etc. Add some further texture on your new found ?camo netting?. Leave the barrel sticking out of the netting of course. Paint it with camo colors, but make them slightly different so you can see the ?figure? slightly without having a full figure there. Put two or three on a penny and Scout Snipers you will have. Make variations using legs from broken models or small roundish beads of plastic for heads sticking out. Etc.
Not the best, but with some paint might look good.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2003 8:38 pm |
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I'll have to admit, dafrca, that is a very cool idea ! ?Those are good ideas too, Maksim, especially the GZG ESU Naval Infantryman with the cape, just like the old USSR Naval Infantry use to wear. ?Good thinking guys ! ?
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nealhunt
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2003 6:44 pm |
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I think an IG guardsman would be a great model to work from, using your suggestion, dafrca.
Cut off the gun and trim down the base, leaving a roughly accurate pose. Cut and cock the leg. Put the "gilly suit" over him and attach the gun so it sticks out.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Fri Aug 08, 2003 1:12 pm |
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Yeah, great ideas Dafrca and Neal, I think I'll try something along those lines for my IG when I come to do them....
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Sep 01, 2003 8:06 pm |
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I was thinking about Snipers this last weekend at CONQUEST. The IG force could have really used some!
Shalom,
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Chris
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:35 pm |
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Epic Armageddon is avaliable for Pre-order from the Uk online store here
Enjoy!
Cheers
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:37 pm |
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Oh no...... price hike
Get it from forgeworld whilst you can - cheaper.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:38 pm |
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Quick addition: Just got this e-mail from Jervis:
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Hello all,
This is just a quick update to let you all know that the Epic rulebook
and
first batch of miniature releases are now available to advance order direct
from Games Workshop in the UK. Placing an advance order ensures that your
purchases are sent to you as soon as they are released, and is the best
way
to avoid missing out. For more information, call the Hobby Specialists
on:
(+44) 0115 91 40000
or visit the News Page on the Games Workshop website at:
http://uk.games-workshop.com/news/news.uk
Remember, whilst all advanced orders are sent directly from the UK, they
are
still available to order anywhere in the world. Just get in touch for more
information on overseas ordering.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
The Fanatic Team
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Chris
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:41 pm |
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Codex Astartes Battle Company - ?12
Boxed Set contains 24 stands of Tactical Marines and 8 stands of Assault Marines.
Ork Warband - ?12
Boxed set contains 24 stands of Orks, 8 Gretchins stands, 4 Stormboy stands, 4 Kommando Stands and 4 Nobz.
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 6:24 pm |
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Well I have pre-ordered:
Games Workshop
? 1 Epic Armageddon Rulebook 60710399017 ?25.00
? 2 Epic Space Marine Predators 99060301015 ?7.00
Forgeworld
EPIC 40,000 HYDRA (3) ?5.00
EPIC 40,000 BASILISK (3) ?5.00
EPIC 40,000 CHIMERA (3) ?5.00
EPIC 40,000 CHIMERA WITH HEAVY BOLTER (3)?5.00
EPIC 40,000 CHIMERA WITH HEAVY FLAMER (3)?5.00
EPIC LUCIUS PATTERN BANEBLADES (3) ?18.00 BANEBLADES
EPIC SHADOWSWORD TITAN HUNTERS (3) ?18.00
All in all enough to modernise my Dark Angels for facing the Tau menace (that is you btw Doug  ) and get an IG army ready for the release of EPIC:A
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 7:13 pm |
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Yes, I got that e-mail too. I'll wait until it's released in the US, to save on postage and see what I'm getting. Plus sell my extras to you pirates and mercenaries ! 
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Gandalf the Grey
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Post subject: 6mm Marine Scout Sniper Models Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 7:22 pm |
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Well, the new sprues aren't very exciting. As a matter of fact, I am looking forward to them as much as I do seeing the old AT/SM tactical marines with the Rhinos and Land Raiders on the same sprue. I understand what Jervis tried to do, but to be honest I think the Epic 40k ones will be classics for a long time to come.
The character blister set, anyone know what will be included? Just a Captain, Librarian, Chaplin, and Standard Bearer?
I'm still peeved there wont be a DE army for EpicA. I don't care about the arguement that is raging in the playtesting forum now. I would love to have seen a DE plastic epic sprue. . .
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