The set comes with three chariot sprues - with the two variants mentioned and also one each figures of Boudica and a wizard...er...I mean a Druid dude with head on a spear, etc. I'll be working on him later. It also comes with a sprue from the Armoured Warriors set.
In fact, I used two of the previously painted figures from the Armoured Warriors set - since I haven't based them yet as I'm still waiting for their shield transfers. It actually worked out nicely as I used metal shields from the Warlord Games Ancient Britons set.
The chariots themselves go together very easily - only a few parts. The drivers' hands are separate from their forearms - with the hands holding a length of reins. The two drivers on the left need to have their arms positioned with the reins aligned properly prior to gluing them to the shoulders. The driver on the right has his arms molded onto the body, so easier to line up his hand and reins. Even the instructions say the build is "slightly complex." Still, it wasn't too difficult, and the end result looks nice.
Thanks for visiting, and wishing you all good health and happy hobby endeavors!
Very nice mate! I note they are riding across a field of Roman skulls. Nice touch :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly, Millsy! Yes, the GW Skulz board - a one off piece I picked up several years ago from a local store that had it one sale. It does come in handy for photo ops, though. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteOutstanding! I really like the oval bases for the chariots.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Jonathan! The bases are from Hobby Lobby - 8 to a pack for $2.99 (before the 40% weekly online discount coupon). Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteWonderful stuff, just looking at my Hittite ones and these are just the inspiration I needed...
ReplyDeleteFantastic.
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Stu
Thanks for the kind words, Stu. Have fun on your Hittites! Warm regards, Dean
DeleteOh, that's fantastic work Dean! Great tribute for this great person!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Michal. I saw her statue in London several years ago. I wasn't keen on her history back then, though. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteVery striking Chariotry, Dean!
ReplyDelete(Has anyone answered why the Celts were still using chariots so late in time?)
Thanks, Peter! I saw a YouTube vidi on this - it made sense. Although fallen out of favor on the Continent, the Brits continued using them until the late-1st/early-2nd C.-ish. The video author surmised they were used more like taxis for key warriors - much like the ones in the Iliad. Interesting in any case. Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteOutstanding!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Bartek! Best regards, Dean
DeleteFantastic chariots Dean, superb!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mike! Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteI like those, they are quality kits. It helps when you can make them look pretty too of course. Nice paint jobs sir.
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Kevin
Thanks a lot Kevin. Always appreciate your kind comments. Warm regards, Dean
DeleteGreat looking chariots, wonderful job Dean!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Phil. Best regards, Dean
DeleteLovely work as usual Dean! Boudicca looks like she means business!
ReplyDeleteMahalos, Doc! Appreciate you stopping by and kind words. Aloha, Dean
DeleteGreat looking chariots! They look splendid!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thank you very much, Iain. Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteMighty chariots, they'll look impressive on the battlefield. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Javier! Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteFantastic chariots, Dean! I like the dynamic poses and bright colors. Indeed they will adorn your games!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Dmitry. Looking forward to getting them in a game someday. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteVery bright work!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Denis! Warm regards, Dean
DeleteGreat work as always Dean...its always good to see Boudica/Bouadicea make and appearance - but isn't her chariot supposed to have scythes on the hub caps?! (joking!)
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Keith. Oh, yeah, I saw that on a YouTube video. Might need to add those. Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteWonderful job, Dean! And beautiful basing!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for your kind words, Sergey. Best regards, Dean
DeleteGreat work Dean, I am trying to stay away from Romans and Gauls, you are not helping ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Scrivs. I had stayed away from EIR and Gauls for a few years. Succumbed to them after seeing Victrix EIR Legionaries on YouTube. Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteThese are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI love that they actually have reins!
Wonderful looking chariots Dean!
ReplyDeleteChristopher
There is so much detail to discover on your paint jobs and it's no different for the minis here. Fantastic work DeanM.
ReplyDeleteEveryone else has said it, because they are: fantastic! A super representation of the queen of the Iceni too.
ReplyDeleteWhich colour did you use for the chariots? Aggaros Dunes?
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