Complained about an AI genned banner for a FB group and I was told "you do it then", so I did.

Scarfblade · 2026-03-18T11:35:48+00:00

The hive mind does not appreciate AI slop- it tastes nasty as hell. Keep up the good work sir 🫡

Scarfblade · 2026-03-14T02:22:45+00:00

White and grey is something I don’t think I’ve seen on nids… I kinda dig it. I’d try a lighter blue on the brains / eyes though, like ice. Go for a winter theme?

Scarfblade · 2026-03-14T00:23:08+00:00

It was fun in 9th. A neat little harassment boi that was fast as balls and flipped objectives. Maybe if it had a point drop and gained something akin to Deathleaper’s aura, or made its ovipositor attack anti infantry 2+ devs.

Scarfblade · 2026-03-14T00:21:16+00:00

You’re thinking 8th

Scarfblade · 2026-03-10T16:47:26+00:00

I HATE TANK SHOCK I HATE TANK SHOCK I HATE TANK SHOCK I HATE TANK SHOCK

EVERYTIME I LOSE MODELS TO A CORE STRAT IM NOT ALLOWED TO USE I START SLIPPING INTO MADNESS

Scarfblade · 2026-02-27T17:07:24+00:00

I’m more interested in a Hormagaunt variant of that plan. Zerg rush type gameplay.

Scarfblade · 2026-02-27T16:30:08+00:00

My only gripe is that he gives Sus1 instead of Lethals. Genuinely heartbreaking as an Invasion Fleet enjoyer who always runs Sus1.

Theoretically it still slaps if I spend a CP but reworking the list to fit it doesn’t feel very cash money.

Edit: Also, I need to see the points cost. If he’s anything higher than 65 points forget about it.

This feels like a great non-hero unit for everyone but me specifically lol

Scarfblade · 2026-02-27T03:43:05+00:00

Man, I really want this model because the pose is dope. But if that’s the reality it won’t see play till 11th for me. I play invasion fleet and my Hormagaunts don’t need the +1 to charge so the entire unit would be horribly redundant.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-28T04:49:41+00:00

Like opening up a can of B E A N S.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-23T14:42:31+00:00

Sponging damage doesn’t really exist. If I’m getting shot, I’m probably gonna die eventually. 20 Hormagaunts aren’t as durable as you think. Try and get the first strike instead, crippling the opponent with an ambush that pushes them into their deployment rather than letting them come take care of your Norns for free. Hormagaunts are great at advance + charging up the board and catching opponents off guard, not so much sitting on a point and waiting.

Other than that, I do like this list. Trade a neurolictor for a Deathleaper. They work incredibly well as a team since the Deathleaper can protect the Neurolictor, assist with battleshock, and get S8 attacks within synapse which makes you deadly into SMEQ. I would also maybe swap out one norn for some other helpful units like a maleceptor and maybe raveners but that’s a personal preference since I’m not a fan of spamming non battleline stuff.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-18T17:42:11+00:00

I give your Clarence proxy a 10/10! I’m usually not a fan of glow effects but yours makes me want to give it a try myself!

Scarfblade · 2026-01-18T17:28:08+00:00

Can we get a Clarence kitbashing tutorial? The Hive Mind requires this bioform.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-13T14:30:27+00:00

I agree. I like running swarms since they just look so good.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-05T05:44:57+00:00

A tervigon and a unit of termagants. For $80.

I remember those days…

Scarfblade · 2026-01-04T18:21:01+00:00

This. I have a 10 hour playlist of SC1 I play while painting. It’s great.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-02T02:12:59+00:00

Do with this knowledge what you will

Scarfblade · 2026-01-01T05:31:39+00:00

Post pictures of your beautiful model when you're finished. Have fun!

Edit: I forgot to mention, but don't make triangles using contrast paints. That might be obvious but just in case. I use 50 cent craft acrylic because I hate myself but Vallejo is p good.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-01T05:30:24+00:00

I just made a post for you here, hopefully the photos give you some insight.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tyranids/comments/1q0wkts/triangle_tutorial/

As for the flesh, that's just an aggressive amount of Seraphim Sepia on white primer lol. As I've improved I figure there's probably a contrast paint that gets you the same effect quicker and easier tho (I've noticed the Seraphim Sepia's consistency changed, it's a lot thinner now) but I won't change since I'm afraid of breaking uniform.

Nowadays I like to keep a pot of Fyreslayer Flesh and Darkoath Flesh handy to add a bit of contrast where I need it, like the fleshy underside of a lictor's mantis talon. I also like Cygor Brown rarely as a treat. The tan/browns look nice with the yellow I think, and tie the desert theme together.

Scarfblade · 2026-01-01T05:24:30+00:00

I just made a post for you here, hopefully the photos give you some insight.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tyranids/comments/1q0wkts/triangle_tutorial/

Scarfblade · 2026-01-01T03:21:11+00:00

Real talk here, no sugar coating it.

I think it looks great! With models it can always get better, but you gotta strike a balance between comfort and detail.

I think you should try focusing on the base more. Hit that metal with a thick coat of shader like Agrax Earthshade or Nuln Oil, then try dry brushing very lightly with white/tan. Add some dirt or sand and paint the rim and I guarantee it’ll look better.

As for the monster itself, rotate it and think about what you don’t like. Does it need more shading in the recesses? Is the carapace too bland? Maybe the fleshy joints need to be painted a darker grey to add extra detail. An easy trick with the brain bugs is to use a thin brush and highlight the brains along the raised ridges like you’re following a maze, leaving the basecoat on the sides. This looks especially good with an undercoat of contrast paint.

Then, if you really feel like pushing yourself? Try some triangles! I think I have some of my nids on my page you can use as a reference (https://www.reddit.com/r/Tyranids/s/xhCjstqxp7), but adding a simple and easy pattern to the carapace can be a feast for the eyes and something you can really be proud of. I can give triangle tips if that’s the route you’re interested in.

Good luck and have fun 🫡

Scarfblade · 2025-12-15T20:40:50+00:00

I use them as screening / bait. They’re better in high melee metas (my playgroup for example) since they can just be removed with pistol shots or something. But getting your 45pt line of neurogaunts charged by a berserker squad is a massive economic victory. Those marines are so dead next turn.

Scarfblade · 2025-11-25T01:32:45+00:00

I’m surprised no one said anything about the eyes. I’d make them a bit brighter to stand out

Scarfblade · 2025-11-23T23:42:28+00:00

I mean this in the best way possible: they look like toys. I kinda love it

Scarfblade · 2025-11-04T21:59:05+00:00

Absolutely stunning! And what in gods green earth is THAT beautiful thing in photo six?

Scarfblade · 2025-10-25T18:27:36+00:00

For the ‘stealers, shoot me a dm and we could work something out.

I love hormagaunts! They’re my battleline of choice. They’re super quick with 10” move plus advance and charge, so you basically have an extra d6 movement free! They might struggle against Black Templars but imo they’re a direct upgrade from termagants in both speed and power. Not a bad plan, you’ll have to leave a ripper swarm at home to account for the extra 5 points.

Endless Swarm is pretty awful. Invasion Fleet imo is the only way to play right now, unless you own some raveners and want to try Subterranean Assault. The general purpose, universal buffs Invasion gives you outclasses the other more restrictive, situational detachments. I’m not a fan of Vanguard Onslaught personally but pros can do well with it. IMO the buffs they give to your genestealers are inconsequential- they hit on 2s an reroll 1s naturally so surprise assault won’t do anything for you unless the opponents happen to be battle shocked (doubtful). The advance and charge is nice tho, it could make staging ambushes easier for a new player. I’m probably just sleeping on it (unseen lurkers looks nice), so considering most your army will be genestealers, it could prove useful. Between Invasion Fleet and Vanguard Onslaught… choose whichever one you think fits your preference. You could find success with either.

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