How to Speed Paint Warlord Games Praetorians with Minwax Stain

Couldn't resist working on these guys before the weekend. I sprayed them with Krylon Mettalic Silver as a basecoat (thanks to a tip from James B's blog; then gave them a basic block paint job; although the Centurions' capes were given some highlights. They were then given the Miniwax Tudor Satin treatment - brushed on. Finally they were just given a coat of Krylon Matte - I didn't use Testors Dullcote, as I didn't want the armor dulled too much. Krylon Matte actually gives a more satin finish. Here they are, minus the musicians, standards, and the few still waiting on missing helmets.

This is what they looked like prior to the Miniwax treatment - they reminded me of what my Airfix guys used to look like when I first started the hobby.

The bases will be flocked next. Also, waiting on some blue shield decals to arrive before starting on the shields. I'm thinking these may be perfect for Saga - I understand you don't need large amounts of figures.