Friday, April 11, 2025

Wargames Atlantic Conquistadors

Two units of 24-figures each (from the two boxes). One unit of arquebusiers, and one unit of swordsmen - with a couple of halberdiers to guard the colors. Speaking of colors, the flags are from the Warlord Games Landsknecht Starter Army set.

Their "uniforms" are likely a bit too uniform to be historically accurate, but wanted to keep the color schemes simple. Borrowed the colors from Warhammer Estalia - red and yellow primarily. This not only eased the painting process, but give the units a cohesive (if not historical) look.
The figures themselves are quite robust and in sturdy plastic - very appropriate for gaming. They reminded me of Warlord Games ECW plastics - stylistically, and their poses as well.
As mentioned in the previous post, the sets come with options for crossbows, halberds, and short pikes, in addition to the swords and arquebuses. What little I know of Warhammer Estalian forces, these would be a very decent set to build an army, IMO.
Well, glad to have these done before heading out to host my Imjin War game tomorrow morning. I may also finish up the remaining figures from the Landsknecht start army set - maybe build them as a "Forlorn Hope" unit. Until next time, thanks for stopping by and hope you all are doing well.

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    1. Than you very much, Michal! Kind regards,

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  2. Oh, these look GREAT, Dean! Looking forward to a report from your Imjin game.

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    1. Thanks for the kind words, Jonathan! Warmest regards, Dean

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  3. Splendid looking Spanish! I've had this set for ages but still haven't done anything with it, yours look excellent!
    Best Iain

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    1. Thank you very much for the kind words again Iain. I think this kit, along with the cavalry set, are very versatile and quite worth it. Best regards, Dean

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  4. Beautiful work Dean. Love the red and yellow together. You just know they're Spanish using those colours.

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    1. Thank you very much again, Ray! Kindest regards, Dean

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  5. An excellent pair of units, red and yellow meet the need on these.

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  6. Colorful and beautiful, excellent job!

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    1. Thank you so much, Phil! Best regards, Dean

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    1. Thank you very much, Matt! Warm regards, Dean

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  8. These look super, Dean, and I'd go for a unifying scheme myself!

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    1. Thanks, Peter! Yes, there's a trade off with being strictly historical (as best we know), and what looks good on the gaming table. Warmest regards, Dean

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