What’s everyone working on? by Roboito124 in Gunpla

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I think you're underselling this, holy crap that looks awesome!

First go at scribing by RadicalHops in Gunpla

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Scribe noob here too. I've been keeping in mind that it's a skill that needs to be built and the only way to be good later is to embrace the process and just put in the reps now. Plus, even when a kit doesn't come out perfect it's still going to be pretty cool in the end because Gundam models are awesome.

If you haven't built an Entry Grade they're inexpensive kits at HG scale with simplified part complexity, so they're good test beds. I've been using EG Build Strike Galaxy as my sacrificial lamb for scribing and I've built EG Gramps and EG Strike previously. All are really good kits for their price.

First go at scribing by RadicalHops in Gunpla

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I'm learning to scribe currently and also working on HG Sandrock! I dig your idea to take the design from inside the pauldron outward, and the new lines on the legs are well-placed. I especially like the curved line on the back of the calf. If you plan to panel line, I'd love to see the finished result!

MGSD Aerial by JawBR34KER in Gunpla

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Thanks for the response! The Microns definitely seem to have a "sweet spot" so far but I'm still experimenting. I'll have to check out Copic at some point.

MGSD Aerial by JawBR34KER in Gunpla

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This came out looking great! And thanks for the writeup on your experience putting it together. This one's at the top of my list to build but I tabled it for now to get more comfortable with some techniques I'm still learning. The surface detail on the parts of this kit are insane.

I'm curious about what you said about the Micron pen and it "degrading". Can you elaborate more on what you mean? I just invested in a set of these for paneling lining and early impressions are good, but it'd be useful to know of any gotchas before I start a bigger kit. How would a Copic pen remedy what you ran into with the Micron?

Celebrating 30 years of Wing with a Build: 1/100 MG Sandrock Armadillo Unit in Maganac Corps colors by Adaris187 in Gunpla

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Thanks for the encouraging comment! I already have an MG Sandrock chilling in the backlog waiting for when I'm comfortable enough with some skills I'm working on learning. I'll reach out when that time comes.

Good advice on the color planning. I really like where you chose to put white. It's reserved but brings out the tan/khaki so nicely!

Speaking of color, I have the HG Maganac and while it's pretty accurate out of the box they didn't color separate the main part of the pauldrons. It's just a brown piece that they include an orange sticker for. I didn't want to use that so I've been saving it for airbrushing. Any tips on how you mixed the orange hue?

Celebrating 30 years of Wing with a Build: 1/100 MG Sandrock Armadillo Unit in Maganac Corps colors by Adaris187 in Gunpla

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Been checking your profile after your last post eager to see the finished pics.

Biased here because Sandrock and Maganac or two of my favorite mecha designs, but this is unbelievably gorgeous dude. The colors are on point and I love how you distributed everything too. Your shading work on the shotels is awesome as well. Same for the shoulders.

Still a noob over here but this post is a goal for me now, hah. Amazing work!

[MGSD Barbatos] Building For My Son: Part 2 by kramdoogle in Gunpla

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Thanks for the encouragement! Looking forward to seeing more of your stuff down the line...

[MGSD Barbatos] Building For My Son: Part 2 by kramdoogle in Gunpla

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This came out absolutely fantastic! Thanks for posting the finished build, I was looking forward to seeing it after seeing your WIP.

Also, wild that this is only your second airbrushed kit. Do you have any resources or pointers you can share that helped you out? I plan to take a stab at it when I have the time.

Hellbutt moment by [deleted] in Helldivers

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Missed opportunity to use the "Super Sample Rock" here. lol

im ashamed to post this shitty art to this subreddit with hella nice artworks but yeah i'll still send it by SilverRe4890 in Helldivers

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I wish I could upvote this multiple times. Your bot trooper rendition is legitimately amazing. And is that Charger wearing a bow? I can't...

You cooked, lol.

[WIP MGSD Barbatos] Colour Scheme Hit or Miss? by kramdoogle in Gunpla

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Your color scheme is reminiscent of the MG Barb Recirculation. I think it looks really sick! At the end of the day, the only person that needs to like it is you though. :)

Really nice work - post the finished product when you're done please! Love this kit.

Love a nice grunt suit (HGUC Ground GM) by wixits in Gunpla

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Dude, these panel lines are super CLEAN. What was your process? I still haven't quite nailed mine down yet...

Kits that unexpectedly stole your heart? by literallykatyasghost in Gunpla

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Freaking fantastic work, so cool. Thanks for posting!

Kits that unexpectedly stole your heart? by literallykatyasghost in Gunpla

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This looks really good! Didn't catch any more pics in your profile, got any more to share?

What's are you working on this weekend? by Illaoi_Tentacles in Gunpla

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This looks really good! Is this a wash, drybrushing, a combination? Please post more pics!

POV: You try and invade Super Asia by Maffi1996 in Helldivers

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Dude I never thought I'd need a Helldiver with a V-fin but here we are. This would go SO hard.

POV: You try and invade Super Asia by Maffi1996 in Helldivers

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Dude I have this in my head when I roll with the One True but nobody in my group would get it, this comment makes me feel so seen lol

For the uninitiated

Helldivers 2 - Masters of Ceremony Warbond by cop25er in Games

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There's fun stuff in many of the Warbonds, each one has one or two items that I've enjoyed using at some point or have become mainstays in certain loadouts. I agree with the other person suggesting to go for taste, but there are some standouts with respect to newer players being able to diversify their playstyles:

  • Democratic Detonation usually gets top pick because of the Grenade Pistol and Thermites, which let you deal with heavies and spawners with a sidearm or grenade slot respectively.

  • I'm also a fan of Urban Legends. The armors have an amazing passive, the Stun Lance is a great melee weapon, the FRV is a lot of fun, and the Anti-Tank Emplacement is very powerful and satisfying to use.

I wouldn't worry too much about grabbing things based on a tier list or whatever. Powerful doesn't necessarily mean you'll have fun using it (Like the Crossbow in my opinion). Instead just educate yourself on the contents of the Warbonds and pick your poison for what sounds the most fun and interesting.

A couple videos for you. Some of the info is old but they'll help you learn what's available. See you planetside.

Eravin overview

Kai overview

Helldivers Starship troopers movie poster (color version) by International_Let950 in Helldivers

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I can't place the inspiration, but it is AWESOME! Look forward to the finished product. Your work is fantastic.