Zombicide: Black Plague hero - Samson the dwarf

[Genghis_Sean 655]

Newbie painter here.  I've really been struggling with the concept of highlighting, but I've been practicing on my newly acquired Zombicide: Black Plague figures.  This is probably the best work I've done so far.  I also struggle mightily with eyes, yet managed to do some decent ones here, which does wonders for my confidence.  You might remember that I posted some time ago asking for help on the Nun hero whose face I screwed up.  I still haven't gone back to her, yet, but eventually I'll have to.  Here is the dwarf hero, Samson.​  Tips welcomed.

 

Edited February 29, 2016 by Genghis_Sean

[Chris Palmer 25673]

He turned out really well!

[BLZeebub 2533]

My only tip would be to base him.  That's a great paint job.

[knarthex 61929]

He turned out really well!

 

 

My only tip would be to base him.  That's a great paint job.

I agree with both of those statements!

 

Could we have pics from multiple angles though?

[CashWiley 36413]

I disagree on the basing. He's a game piece and the picture shows him with an indicator ring.

 

I don't base my Zombicide minis, they're for playing. I do paint up the integral base a bit, but it wouldn't make sense to base it imo.

[Limey72 9700]

Very nicely done indeed

[Genghis_Sean 655]

I disagree on the basing. He's a game piece and the picture shows him with an indicator ring.

 

I don't base my Zombicide minis, they're for playing. I do paint up the integral base a bit, but it wouldn't make sense to base it imo.

 

I'm still trying to decide.  I could do some blood smears like I did with some of the zombies I painted, but I'm trying to decide if I want to put some grass or gravel.  I'm considering using some of the hero add-ons as D&D characters when they eventually arrive, so they might end up based.

[Genghis_Sean 655]

 

He turned out really well!

 

 

My only tip would be to base him.  That's a great paint job.

I agree with both of those statements!

 

Could we have pics from multiple angles though?

 

 

[Glitterwolf 201782]

Wether to base or not is depending on the use of the mini.

 

I like nice bases, but when it interferes with gaming I get that.

 

Anyway, the mini itself is painted very well!

[BLZeebub 2533]

Wether to base or not is depending on the use of the mini.

 

I like nice bases, but when it interferes with gaming I get that.

 

Anyway, the mini itself is painted very well!

I agree.  Just saying.  It's a great looking mini for gaming, but I know a fancy, shedding base would probably get in the way...

[Genghis_Sean 655]

 

Woo!  Wish this had come out before I'd already painted all my runners.

[Chaoswolf 114698]

I think you did a great job on him!

[Silvervane 11870]

Very cool. I might get to mine someday. But seeing yours is great motivation.

[malefactus 53613]

You are a natural. Clicking the photos for a better view shows just how SPLENDID your brushwork really is. VERY WELL DONE!

[Genghis_Sean 655]

All told, I think I spent close to $300 on the game, the expansion, and a ton of add-ons.  I justified it to myself because the heroes in particular could serve dual purposes.  They will be in-game pieces, yet can double as D&D minis as well.  I was stunned to hear from a friend who was regretting that he didn't get in on the kickstarter that you can now order the core set from Amazon for $60!  The game comes with six heroes and 65 zombies.  Fun game with lots of minis if anyone is interested.