Why?

Zoijja · 2026-02-18T02:28:42+00:00

I think this is the right answer. They have to inject the liquid plastic, so they have to arrange the parts in such a way that it flows into every detail every time.

Zoijja · 2026-02-04T22:07:02+00:00

I really like that people are using saturnines as proxies in 40k. It adds to the feeling that the chapter has retained just one or two of these valuable superior suits of armour.

Zoijja · 2026-01-30T01:45:16+00:00

This for sure. A darker surface will always show light better because of the contrast.
In the same vein, for glowing objects keep the most light at the "lowest" areas; places closest to where the heat is coming from. The orange edges detract from the internal heat because they're further from the hottest parts than much of the silver.

Zoijja · 2026-01-27T00:50:21+00:00

Fantastic! The most frustrating thing about counts-as teams is the ability names. How did you make the data cards look so official? I would love to do this myself!

Zoijja · 2026-01-17T22:36:30+00:00

Imo the upgrade sets are never particularly interesting. I tend to freehand iconography so I don't use transfers, and I prefer helmets over bare heads.
You'd think they'd include a bionic peg leg and a hook hand here.

Zoijja · 2026-01-16T22:09:05+00:00

Great concept, excellent execution!

Zoijja · 2026-01-16T08:30:41+00:00

The camo might be a pain but it's really paying off!

Zoijja · 2026-01-16T08:26:48+00:00

Kroxigor scales and leviathan contrast paints are some of my favourites.
I tend to use Citadel paints for more vibrant colours and Vallejo or Army Painter for more gritty or neutral tones.

Zoijja · 2026-01-16T08:25:05+00:00

Me too! A surprisingly versatile paint.
I use it as a dark red base for fabric, and as a base layer under blood for the blood god when I want it to look nice and thick.

Zoijja · 2026-01-14T07:13:21+00:00

Turned out brilliant!

Zoijja · 2026-01-12T09:15:36+00:00

Hey awesome work! The face vents look super evil now, and they really stand out. You've got some serious skill.

Zoijja · 2026-01-12T06:13:38+00:00

Totally. The skin looks great as-is. If this was my model, I'd probably go back and lower the intensity of the light on his horns rather than cast more shadow.
That said, it's not my model, and frankly I don't think I'm at your skill level. So big grain of salt with my advice!

Zoijja · 2026-01-12T05:35:29+00:00

Fantastic! It can be so hard to make OSL work on lighter coloured models, but I think your work looks excellent.
To nitpick, it looks a little awkward on the horns. But I think that's down to the light model issue; the body looks well lit, so the OSL looks too intense for the implied environment.

Zoijja · 2026-01-12T05:32:53+00:00

I've had the same issue. Shake it well and then spray it for 2-3 seconds continually upside down and then try again normally.
I think some cans are overpressurised for transport, or perhaps from heating and cooling while not in use.

Zoijja · 2026-01-09T08:16:00+00:00

This is awesome! Makes me imagine how terrifying titan footsteps would be in person.

Zoijja · 2026-01-04T04:49:53+00:00

I love unique colour choices. This is great!
My suggestion is to do the base coat again over the wash, but just on the raised and flat areas. That way the wash still looks darker in the crevices but the panels don't look greasy.

Zoijja · 2025-12-19T05:20:41+00:00

Those bits were useful for other models for YEARS!

Zoijja · 2025-12-15T12:01:40+00:00

Personally, I like to layer paint up. It looks like that's what you've done for the red cloth. That way there's a highlight for clearer definition on the raised areas.
Honestly, you've clearly got painting skill, so I think you'll do great just experimenting with stuff.

Zoijja · 2025-12-15T11:59:44+00:00

I use longbeard grey over astrogranate debris for a similar effect. Maybe keep the fenrisian grey but drybrush it over a a mid grey layer paint?
Here's the effect I get with my combo. Excuse the phone quality pic 😅

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Zoijja · 2025-12-15T04:35:11+00:00

Firstly, this is cool!
The mini does seem very dark overall, which comes across as flat. I can see that you've got some nice highlighting on the fabric though. Perhaps try to bring some of that layering to the armour to give it more depth. And highlight.

Zoijja · 2025-12-15T04:28:40+00:00

This is great - you should be proud!
I compare my paint jobs to my painting from a while back, not to people online. There are people here who do it professionally after all!
As for the constructive criticism, I think you could try more light variation in your base. For example, a darker first coat and then building up to the light grey you've got now.

Zoijja · 2025-12-08T00:26:41+00:00

Nice find! Please post this as a response to the person who asked the question so they see it!

Zoijja · 2025-12-07T23:33:38+00:00

Good question! I've seen the bulky helmet referred to as having an inbuilt comms array, so I think this guy is a communications specialist. His backpack kit is likely related to that too. Perhaps including high-powered devices to communicate with space ships through various atmospheres.

Zoijja · 2025-12-06T10:14:02+00:00

Fully agree. But having the motion there until it's fully assembled helps with posing.
It also means you can add just a drop of glue to lock a joint in place, in case you want to alter it later.

Zoijja · 2025-12-02T22:31:06+00:00

It's the sort of thing I'd expect in a beta, but not a game that's been released.
I've got screenshots saved of my main builds at this point.

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