I suppose it was inevitable really! Having recently completely the 'Badmash Militia' I put them along side my other, somewhat dusty, mutineers only to groan at the discrepancy in their bases. The original chaps, again from 'Mutineer Miniatures' had been done when I was even less focussed as I am now, if that were possible, and when I had no real idea about what I would do with them when completed, they were simply a cathartic diversion.
As a result, I treated each individual miniature as a little treasure or victory and felt that the lipped bases rather added to this; now perhaps a little wiser, and with the knowledge that there are some rather splendid skirmish rules out there, it seemed appropriate to have a more uniformed appearance.
Although it has proved to have been a busy week at work and that I didn't feel suitably alert enough to do any painting in the evening, I've managed to get this little job off the table and jolly pleased I am too. Reunited with the Militia, below, and safley housed in a 'Warbases' movement try.
The rebasing really makes them stand out. Good job on those fellows.
ReplyDeleteThank you, I've just got to finish off my highlanders now!
DeleteNice rebasing job. I've had similar thoughts about some of my own but don't feel like it yet alot of mine are puttied into the slots on the bases.
ReplyDeleteThank you Simon, I was fortunate that these all had integral bases so it didn't take too long - good luck with the slottas though.
Deletegood job Sir, is there any chance of some group shots of your collections I guess they will be a real treat to see maybe a group shot for each conflict
ReplyDeletePeace James
Thank you James as for the group shot I'm sure I could do something, we may have to wait for the summer holidays though.
DeleteMichael its amazing what a basing make over can do for already great looking figures.
ReplyDeleteCheers
Stu
Thank you Stuart, mind you they needed a bit of dusting too.
DeleteAh rebasing, that most hated of wargaming jobs. I've been doing a lot too recently, but glad to be through it!
ReplyDeleteWhat's next of the painting table?
Well a few more rebasing to be done first then some Zeds!
DeleteGood work Michael , and great paint
ReplyDeleteI like the last pic vignette
Cheers
Thank you Vincent.
DeleteGreat rebasing, no doubt!
ReplyDeletePhil.
Thank you Phil.
DeleteRe basing is such a chore. These look FAB though. Sometimes unrewarding but at times Vital. With these it looks like it was worth the effort.
ReplyDeleteThank you Clint, still a few more to do but nearly there.
DeleteVery neat.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteNice job on that basing Michael - the lighter colours really bring out the painting on the figures. I think a lot of people underestimate what an effect basing can have. I'm planning to get my own Mutiny kit out in a couple of weeks to do some playtesting of rules
ReplyDeleteThank you Al, can't wait to hear how you get on with the testing. What rules are you using?
DeleteI have the Mutiny variant for the TooFatLardies' Sharp Practice rules and then I also have John Company to try.
DeleteThank you Al, must try and get my head round some skirmish rules.
DeleteGreat work with the rebasing :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Tamsin.
DeleteMuch better Michael, you just need to do the movement tray to match the bases. A great period.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Pat.
Thank you Pat and you absolutely right, I must get around to finishing off the movement trays.
DeleteIf you are happy, then I am happy. Well done.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely happy with these.
DeleteRebasing looks great - your paining and basing are first-class. Best, Dean
ReplyDeleteThank you Dean, that is very kind of you.
DeleteThe rebasing is a definite improvement Sir M.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ray, glad to have them done though.
DeleteFunny how a lot of People dislike re-basing ....sometimes it can be a wee bit of a bind but mostly it´s like you´ve just got a new set of figs without the work of painting them....
ReplyDeleteMaybe..just maybe, either I was dreaming..or drunk..or both, and I´ve looked but I can´t find it..the Up the Khyber post..??
Nope..don´t worry..I was drunk..it is there..not far below this one. I really Need to get out more.......Nurse!!!!
ReplyDeleteDon't panic the wooziness wears off over time! I have to agree with you though Paul, seeing these rebased was just like have a new set of miniatures.
DeleteGreat job in the Re-basing now you have band of mutineers to be proud of.
ReplyDeleteThank you Robert.
DeleteI personally don't get those large lipped bases. I can understand them for a display piece but for gaming I think they take so much away from the look. Much nicer now!!
ReplyDeleteFrank
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Thank you Frank, I think I was thinking along the ideas of display pieces, but just kept buying new miniatures!
DeleteMuch better mate. I've been rebasing a bunch of stuff this year as well for much the same reasons.
ReplyDeleteThank you my good man, just a couple more to go.
DeleteLooking good Michael, I've rebased my entire army (900+) twice, and I think they look better every time i do it.
ReplyDelete900! Good Lord man, and there was I whinging about four mutineers.
DeleteI like these much better. Well done!
ReplyDeleteRod
Thank you Rod.
DeleteNicely done Michael. Re-basing is often a frustrating chore, yet can reap dividends in playability...
ReplyDeleteI hope to see some of the guys you have been busy with in action at some point.
Thank you Scott and yes one day - I promise!
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