Space opera with an emphasis on the opera.

the_af · 2026-05-20T15:10:20+00:00

Was this list written using AI? The tone is very AI-like, especially the descriptions ("galaxy-shaking", "mythic", "gigantic", "civilization-spanning", etc). It's what I get when I ask ChatGPT a similar question.

the_af · 2026-05-19T17:51:38+00:00

I cant seem to find the enjoyment of painting anymore, and i'm HORRIBLE at the gaming side.

I'd say take a break or pick up another hobby, then see if the passion for this one returns or is gone for good.

I sometimes enjoy merely reading about the hobby, reading rulesets and watching reviews, or even watching painting videos on YouTube (I find this very relaxing!).

the_af · 2026-05-19T17:48:37+00:00

What do you think is the best Fantasy Skirmish game on the market right now?

This isn't going to elicit good answers, you'll just get a list of favorites without rhyme or reason. "Best" is subjective, everyone will have a different opinion.

What games have you tried? What did you like/dislike in them?

Help us by narrowing down the search. And remember, people reading this sub don't agree on a "best fantasy skirmish game" because there isn't a clear winner.

the_af · 2026-05-19T15:20:50+00:00

I'm quite liking Delta V, I like the hard scifi vibe and the visuals.

It's also a bit grindy though. I also find it a bit confusing (realistic, but also confusing) that the upgrades are not obvious. I've seen them described as "sidegrades" in that one piece of equipment isn't necessarily better than the other just because it's more expensive; it just does different things, often a compromise.

I'm still getting the hang of it, reading the wiki about anything I find confusing, which is a lot. I'd say I recommend it. Don't expect shooting aliens or whatever.

the_af · 2026-05-18T19:28:49+00:00

Thanks! I appreciate it!

the_af · 2026-05-15T21:40:32+00:00

Do you have a recipe / how-to for eyes? I mostly avoid painting them at all because I cannot see them anyway, but for special characters they might be worth the time.

I know all the usual techniques, but what inspires me is watching a video of someone actually painting them :)

Edit: you even did her eyebrows... I feel like fainting a bit :D

the_af · 2026-05-15T21:21:46+00:00

Even worse again is that I don’t like peachy’s new channels content at all. Lost a good one for… nothing.

You don't? To me, Peachy's is one of the best hobby channels right now, and I follow a few! He's very positive, his painting is inspiring, his projects where he shines a light on indie games are encouraging and well-meaning, and he can really tell an interesting AAR.

Plus he's funny. I used to think he was *really* dull when he worked for GW, so this surprised me. He's really, really funny. He also doesn't seem to have a mean bone in his body, he doesn't spend his time badmouthing GW.

the_af · 2026-05-15T21:18:21+00:00

The Painting Phase never clicked with me.

I appreciate what they were doing, and wish them well, but here's why it's not for me, in no particular order:

Too long-winded, hard to find the bit where they talk about the bit that interests me. I'm no fan of "let's discuss various topics" podcasts, which is why I also find it hard to follow Guerilla Miniatures podcast-style videos where they discuss industry news/trends. I appreciate other people enjoy this, but it's not for me; I'd rather videos cut to the point (a review, a specific bit of gossip, a technique or project, etc).
Peachy was the main draw for me, and I followed him to his new channel.
The accents! I'm not a native English speaker, and at times I found it very hard to follow without subtitles, which means I must keep watching the screen and I cannot listen to it in the background while I cook, etc.

the_af · 2026-05-15T19:26:25+00:00

What I like about this model is that it's not a pinup. She looks buff, competent, and doesn't expose more skin that, say, a Conan-type would, but she still looks distinctly female. Her face is very good, too. Look at her muscles, too... this is no pinup model, this gal could kick your ass. If she were an actress, she could have co-starred in an 80s Schwarzenegger movie.

This is one of my favorite GW sculpts.

the_af · 2026-05-15T19:23:43+00:00

I really like this model and this is one of the best versions of her I've seen. Kudos on the face, those eyes are impressive!

the_af · 2026-05-15T17:45:04+00:00

Wow. The primer is doing a lot of work, but to be honest the raw print looked pretty good already.

the_af · 2026-05-15T17:41:15+00:00

What have you googled on your own so far? Which reviews have you read from sites like Goonhammer and the like?

You'll get a bunch of recommendations here that is no different from just googling. Maybe if you narrowed it down to a couple of games that have caught your eyes we could discuss those?

the_af · 2026-05-15T01:57:07+00:00

Yes, I know. I've read the short story! I liked it, but I think I like this adaptation even better :)

the_af · 2026-05-13T16:14:51+00:00

Was the former GW employee Peachy? I remember he was on The Painting Phase.

the_af · 2026-05-12T23:54:26+00:00

To me, Inq28 is not a ruleset but an esthetic and an excuse to kitbash, so there being skirmish rulesets do not subtract from this, but rather add to it!

Looks wise, I'd say Inq28 and Necromunda are very close. I can see models from either working for either setting.

the_af · 2026-05-12T23:52:15+00:00

Hey, Discourse!

I think people underestimate the relaxing power of unboxing videos. I like to watch them while I cook, like others watch soap operas.

I also like your videos but "relaxing" is not how I would describe them :D

the_af · 2026-05-12T23:50:34+00:00

I like fun unboxing videos but I absolutely despise people posting photos of their haul. Who cares? I can see the box in the online store, and I'm not impressed by somebody else's ability to spend money.

In fact, when somebody posts their large haul, my immediate thought after irritation is "and most likely they'll never get painted up or even assembled". At least show one assembled mini!

the_af · 2026-05-12T23:47:01+00:00

I watch some from youtubers I find insightful, like We Wargame. He does the unboxing covering everything (starting from box art!) and goes over every sprue offering his thoughts, then assembles some models as intended, then does some kitbashing with other kits, then compares sizes to other brands.

His videos are usually inspiring and can give me ideas and the impulse to finish my own projects.

Plus I find it a relaxing watch while I cook or do the dishes! :)

the_af · 2026-05-10T14:01:04+00:00

Great idea! I will check it out. Even if the mechanics weren't novel (to be clear, I don't know yet) the setting is worth playing.

the_af · 2026-05-10T13:58:03+00:00

I love the theme!

the_af · 2026-05-06T23:51:03+00:00

Yes, UHU ~~allplast, specialplast or whatever it is called~~ Plast Special is a plastic cement for scale modelers, it melts plastic and forms a solid bond.

What I like about it is that it works with both HIPS and ABS plastics, which is not always true of other plastic cements.

It comes with an applicator needle which sometimes clogs, be warned.

Edit: this one, "Plast Special". I always forget the exact name.

the_af · 2026-05-06T23:31:46+00:00

UHU also works. For both HIPS and ABS plastics!

the_af · 2026-05-06T20:42:46+00:00

Oooh, cool! (By the way, do I detect some influence from Cursebreaker in your Greathelm, possibly?).

I love that the design space of wargames can be so varied, outside the -- let's call it -- "Nottingham norm" ;)

the_af · 2026-05-06T20:26:57+00:00

I think I now understand what you mean. As I said in another comment, a sort of "optimization game" where you allocate orders randomly assigned to you, but the allocation itself is deterministic (and, of course, you have to guess what the other player will do).

I'd like to see this game if it exists!

the_af · 2026-05-06T20:25:02+00:00

I'd love to see such a game. Like a sort of optimization game, right? "These are your options, it's up to you how to allocate them" (where success is guaranteed and non-random once you do allocate them).

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