October DreadLine Approaches!

 

Hi folks,

The challenge deadline has already passed here in Australia. I was painting pretty furiously during the week, trying to get a bonus model finished, right up until midnight last night! Over the weekend I will put all of the final photos together and hope to get the last post out on Monday next week. That gives you a couple of bonus days to finish off you didn't quite make it...

While we wait for the final glorious reveal, here is some progress Tom posted during the week as he completes a classic Salamanders Castraferrum Dreadnought. I think you will agree with me, it is going to be AMAZING 🤯

DreadTober 2024: Week 4

 

Hi folks,

How is everyone going?! I hope you have had a productive week and feel like you are going to be able to finish your projects. I felt like I had completed my Dreadnought a couple of days ago but, after taking some "final" photos, decided it still needed to some work on it. Ahhh, the joys of miniature photography.

Let's take a final look at the work in progress, before we get the big reveal at the end of the week.

Name: XarfaiEngel
Project: Howling Griffons Chaplain Dreadnought Titus (with the option of another Blood Angels Dreadnought as a stretch goal!)

Blog: https://abutterflyshobbytally.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @xarfaiengel

XarfaiEngel has not posted any additional progress this week, so I will just let you see another shot of the final product. This photo focuses on the heraldry, which looks sharp as heck. You can also see the date of birth on the back! Hopefully, Engel can get some bonus Dreads completed before the Dreadline.

Name: Neverness

Project: ultramarines Dreadnought

Blog: https://nevernesshobby.blogspot.com

Neverness has emerged victorious from the warp. Well, maybe not victorious, but at least not lost!! With construction and the undercoat complete, painting will still be a huge job. Neverness has the chops, though. I think this one will sneak in under the deadline as if nothing happened.

Name: Siph_Horridus

Project: Imperial Knight

Blog: https://weemen.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @siph_horridus

Siph is yet to post any final shots on the WeeMen blog, so here is another photo to show that the Knight Lancer has friends in the pipeline as well!! It will be well worth staying in touch with Siph to see how the rest of these knights progress after October is done and dusted.

Name: Sachiel

Project: Ork Mekka-Dread.

Blog: https://sachiel-returns.blogspot.com/

Another DreadToberteer keeping their progress close to their chest. Here is another photo of the torso progress just to show what a beast this model is compared to a diminutive Kill Kan.

Name: Tom

Project: Salamanders Dreadnought

Instagram: @university_dave

Tom has been distracted by some smaller battle brothers this week. Though if the paint job on these little guys is anything to go by, his Dreadnought is going to be mint*.

Name: DAM

Project: Blades of Vengeance Invictus Warsuit

Blog: https://262krieg.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @262_krieg

DAM is in a great position to complete this Invictus Warsuit now, with some of the highlights and details complete and the base well on its way.

Name: Dave Weston

Project: Norn Emissary/Assimilator [and 2 Genestealer Cult Sentinels]

Blog: 40kaddict.uk

One photo doesn't really do Dave's work justice. With the turquoise highlights added this Tyranid looks like it is getting close to completion. I know how much goes into the process behind this scheme though, so there are challenges ahead. This project may not be completed by the deadline but the progress up to this stage is seriously impressive. I'll be sure to keep an eye out for when it is finished so that I can update the final gallery.

 

Name: Agis

Project: Domitar battle automata

Blog: https://agis40k.blogspot.com/

Agis is very close to finishing now, with just a few minor details to add. As always, the close-to-finished-product is grim/dark as hell. A real pleasure to follow the process!

Name: Wachtmeister

Project: Dark Angels Dreadnought

Blog: http://wachtmeisterspatrol.com/

Oh no!! The Meister's old school Dreadnought seems to have left his school bag at home 😆 Ahhh well, I guess we will just have to be content with the much larger and intimidating Ballistus. There is a lot still to do, but I believe in you Wachtmeister; for the Lion!!

Name: jabberjabber

Project: Leviathan Dreadnought

Blog: https://warpstoneflux.blogspot.com/

I am really speeding though this post tonight, because it has been one of those weekends. This Dreadnought, however, stopped me in my tracks. I always find it confronting to add weathering to my models once I get that clean finish, but it is always (always) worth it and you can never really have too much. This model just blew my mind; FANTASTIC.

Name: Marc

Project: Blood Angels Death Company Dreadnought

Blog: http://oldschoolg4m1ng.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @m4cr0dutch

Here is a sneak peak of my finished model. I have actually gone back and brightened up the red saltires a little. I wasn't too happy with how desaturated they looked compared to the banner, which is probably a product of the black undercoat; the banner was over white paper. I'll take some better photos over the next couple of days for the finale.

I wish you all the best over the next couple of days if you are trying to get your project finished. Remember; even a but of progress is still a good result!

DreadTober 2024: Week 3

 

Hi folks,

This has been a busy week of painting as everyone pushes towards the completion of their projects. If you're anything like me, this stage of the process brings its greatest challenges. You are putting in the work but you are not there yet. Every project has its ugly duckling phase, somewhere between the clear potential of the undercoat and the glory of the final touches. Hard decisions are made, we make compromises, we experience our limitations and stretch beyond them. We pivot and problem solve; embrace the unexpected.  

At some point last week I decided that the saltires on my Death Company Dreadnought really should have a free-hand skull painted smack-bang in the middle. As a result I have had a couple of caffeine-free days as I navigate the increased need for brush control! I'll get good at painting skulls one day...

...let's catch up with everyone and see what they are up to.

Name: XarfaiEngel
Project: Howling Griffons Chaplain Dreadnought Titus (with the option of another Blood Angels Dreadnought as a stretch goal!)

Blog: https://abutterflyshobbytally.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @xarfaiengel

Dreadnought Armand Titus is awesome in every aspect. I really love the use of the Howling Griffon's heraldry on the left shoulder to add some colour; excellent work! Of course, the completed Chaplain Dreadnought opens the way for some bonus material; bring on the Blood Angels Dreads.

Name: Neverness

Project: ultramarines Dreadnought

Blog: https://nevernesshobby.blogspot.com

Neverness is lost in the warp at the moment. The Emperor protects.

Name: Siph_Horridus

Project: Imperial Knight

Blog: https://weemen.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @siph_horridus

Siph has been laying down some bright livery on this Cerastus Knight Lancer. It looks like it has jumped out of an old Epic 40K artwork; beautiful!!

Name: Sachiel

Project: Ork Mekka-Dread.

Blog: https://sachiel-returns.blogspot.com/

Sachiel has been wondering whether bright yellow or green would work better for this Mekka-Dread's eye. I'm tempted to say green to contrast the yellow of the rust, but yellow would work well too. Hmmm, I can't choose either 😅 Check out the other photos on the blog and see if you can help make the decision.

Name: Tom

Project: Salamanders Dreadnought

Instagram: @university_dave

Tom has laid down some amazing green layers to get this Salamanders Dreadnought on its way. You know me; I'm a sucker for hazard stripe too.

Name: DAM

Project: Blades of Vengeance Invictus Warsuit

Blog: https://262krieg.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @262_krieg

DAM's Warsuit is getting very close to completion now. Green and red highlights have gone in and some work has been done on the pilot. There is still some detail work to be done and time is running short, but I have a good feeling about this one. I am so tempted to get my own, now 😀

Name: Dave Weston

Project: Norn Emissary/Assimilator [and 2 Genestealer Cult Sentinels]

Blog: 40kaddict.uk

Dave has been working on the bone-coloured striations on the Norn Emissary's skin and turquoise on the armoured sections. As you can imagine, this is an exercise in repetitive brush control that can drive one quite mad. Hang in there mate; it looks terrific.

 

Name: Agis

Project: Domitar battle automata

Blog: https://agis40k.blogspot.com/

Agis has been adding some free-hand details and weathering to this Domitar. It looks grim as heck already; that skull head reminds me of the Atlas 'Mech in BattleTech 💀

Name: Wachtmeister

Project: Dark Angels Dreadnought

Blog: http://wachtmeisterspatrol.com/

Wachtmeister posted this picture and said "Check out my Alpha Legion Dreadnought...". A Ravenwing task force has been dispatched to capture him for interrogation. Innocence proves nothing.

Name: jabberjabber

Project: Leviathan Dreadnought

Blog: https://warpstoneflux.blogspot.com/

JabberJabber has been busy adding decals to the World Eaters Leviathan Dreadnought. It looks super clean at the moment; I have a feeling things are about to get more... bloody...

Name: Marc

Project: Blood Angels Death Company Dreadnought

Blog: http://oldschoolg4m1ng.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @m4cr0dutch

I have been working on Moriar's sarcophagus; painting straight lines can be so hard sometimes. I tried to make the skull on this saltire a little more... nosferatus. The arms were pretty quick to paint, as I have made the decision to keep most of the power couplings black. I added another blood drop, this time to the left shoulder, with the assumption that the right shoulder will have some kind of white decal. I have actually painted the claws now, but haven't taken any photos yet; that will have to wait until next week.

That's all for now!! With a little over a week to go, I know some folks will be pushing to get their projects finished in time, whilst others may well start tinkering with a bonus project. Good luck everyone, see you next week.

DreadTober 2024: Week 2

 

Hi folks,

It is hard to believe that the first half of the challenge is already over. I have been lucky enough to have some holidays, so I have been chipping away at the paint scheme on my Dreadnought quite steadily. Let's take a look at how everyone has been going!

Name: XarfaiEngel

Project: Howling Griffons Chaplain Dreadnought Titus (with the option of another Blood Angels Dreadnought as a stretch goal!)
Blog: https://abutterflyshobbytally.blogspot.com/
Instagram: @xarfaiengel

XarfaiEngel's Chaplain Dreadnought is already looking menacing. The oil wash/weathering has grim/darked the hell out of it. Work has also begun the bonus Blood Angels Dreadnought and a bunch of Legions Imperialis Dreadnoughts; check out the blog for some extras shots!

 

Name: Neverness

Project: ultramarines Dreadnought

Blog: https://nevernesshobby.blogspot.com

We are still waiting on some progress from Neverness; here's a teaser!

Name: Siph_Horridus

Project: Imperial Knight

Blog: https://weemen.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @siph_horridus

The paint job has begun on this lance wielding giant. I love the glowing effect on the shield and the detail on the base!

Name: Sachiel

Project: Ork Mekka-Dread.

Blog: https://sachiel-returns.blogspot.com/

Sachiel has a really cool process for achieving this vibrant rust effect. There is a long way to go and a lot of darker washes to lay down, but this Mekka-Dread is shaping up nicely.

Name: Tom

Project: Salamanders Dreadnought

Instagram: @university_dave

Tom has done some lovely work cleaning up this eBay rescue. The foundation is there for a wonderful finish on this model.

Name: DAM

Project: Blades of Vengeance Invictus Warsuit

Blog: https://262krieg.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @262_krieg

DAM is pushing ahead really well with the warsuit. The base colours are all down and the decals are in place ready for weathering.

Name: Dave Weston

Project: Norn Emissary/Assimilator [and 2 Genestealer Cult Sentinels]

Blog: 40kaddict.uk

Dave has been adding some lighter highlights to his Norn Emissary. I always love reading the process used to complete this paint scheme; it's like a rich bolognaise sauce 😄 Check out Dave's blog to enjoy more of the hearty goodness. Oh, and that cultist sentinel driver is a little champion!

Name: Agis

Project: Domitar battle automata

Blog: https://agis40k.blogspot.com/

Thing is the project that keeps on giving, and not necessarily is a good way. Agis continues to face unexpected challenges as DreadTober 2024 rolls out, but is taking them in stride. Check out the blog for the full story.

Name: Wachtmeister

Project: Dark Angels Dreadnought

Blog: http://wachtmeisterspatrol.com/

Wachtmeister has chosen the path of glory and is going to attempt to complete both* Dreadnoughts for the challenge. Such brazen bodacity!!

*[thinly veiled peer pressure 😁]

Name: jabberjabber

Project: Leviathan Dreadnought

Blog: https://warpstoneflux.blogspot.com/

Another Dreadnought which is shaping up really nicely, even in the early stages of the challenge. The main colours are down and it just about ready for decals and details.

Name: Marc

Project: Blood Angels Death Company Dreadnought

Blog: http://oldschoolg4m1ng.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @m4cr0dutch

As for me, I have been chipping away at the edge of my paint job while I wait for some decals to arrive. I have been adding a couple of little free-hand details here and there, just for funsies. The next stage for me will be the (all important) sarcophagus!

See you next week everyone! Good luck!!

DreadTober 2024 Week 1

Hi folks,

The first week of the challenge was a pretty short one, with the first Friday night deadline swinging around early in the calendar. Don't stress if you haven't posted much progress so far. Of course, some people started their projects early to make the most out of the challenge time and increase their chances of finishing!! All is fair in love and war, and in the grim darkness of the far future, there isn't a whole lot of the former.

Name: XarfaiEngel
Project: Howling Griffons Chaplain Dreadnought Titus (with the option of another Blood Angels Dreadnought as a stretch goal!)
Blog: https://abutterflyshobbytally.blogspot.com/
Instagram: @xarfaiengel

The old forgeworld Chaplain is such an imposing model; this project is going to look fantastic. I'm loving that heavy bolter on the Blood Angels Dreadnought too. I really wish I had picked up one of those when I had the chance.

Name: Neverness

Project: ultramarines Dreadnought

Blog: https://nevernesshobby.blogspot.com

Neverness has managed to get enough pieces for a Redemptor dreadnought by collecting the Imperium magazine. The last couple of issues include some resources to help collectors build a story for their Dreadnought, so be sure to check out the blog to learn more about the background of this mighty warrior.

 

Name: Siph_Horridus

Project: Imperial Knight

Blog: https://weemen.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @siph_horridus

Siph will be working on an Imperial Knight Cerastus Lancer. It is going to take a hell of a lot of work but Siph has the chops to get the job done.

Name: Sachiel

Project: Ork Mekka-Dread.

Blog: https://sachiel-returns.blogspot.com/

It is great to see the Orks getting some love this year, after all, it is OrkTober as well!! The Mekka-Dread is a fantastic old model from Forgeworld, which can really tear up the battlefield. This 3D print looks great; I can't wait to see some paint on it. Sachiel has started some construction work already, which is going to take a considerable effort; make sure you check the blog to see some more work in progress.

Name: Tom

Project: Salamanders Dreadnought

Instagram: @university_dave

Most of you will know that I am a real sucker for old school Warhammer. Tom is working on one of my favourite models from that era and has selected a great Chapter to focus on. I already love the subtle conversion of the sarcophagus; that's the kind of thing a Dark Angels player  from the 90's notices! I wonder if we will see some free-hand flames...

Name: DAM

Project: Blades of Vengeance Invictus Warsuit

Blog: https://262krieg.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @262_krieg

DAM has already completed a stonking amount of progress on this Warsuit. I have always found the Invictus a slightly odd Space Marine model, torn between the obvious dangers of having an open cockpit and my love of the power loader in Aliens :-) This project may be the inspiration I need to do one for my urban Dark Angels.

Name: Dave Weston

Project: Norn Emissary/Assimilator [and 2 Genestealer Cult Sentinels]

Blog: 40kaddict.uk

Dave already has two (three?) projects on the boil and is a couple of stages into the painting process already. The Norn model is enormous and is going to require quite a bit of detail work (I'm thinking the brains and the armour are going to be a challenge. It will be interesting to see how it looks with the brainy bits painted!

Name: Agis

Project: Domitar battle automata

Blog: https://agis40k.blogspot.com/

Agis has well deserved reputation for constructing and painting brilliant Legio Cybernetica models. I am excited to see how this model shapes up; Agis has already had to pivot and make some interesting modelling decisions during the preparation phase. There is nothing like missing pieces to awaken the kit-bashing spirit! Check out the blog to read the full story.

Name: Wachtmeister

Project: Dark Angels Dreadnought

Blog: http://wachtmeisterspatrol.com/

The Wachtmeister and I have been fellow participants in the 2nd Edition Army Challenge, for quite some time now. The camaraderie we share is a testament to the power of these challenges; they bring people together from all over the world to pour their creativity into a shared interest. With two models to choose from, I am hoping The Wachtmeister chooses the old school option. Having painted the Ballistus last year myself though, and having had an absolute blast, I won't blame him if he goes for the more contemporary model. Also, check out that scale creep!

Name: jabberjabber

Project: Leviathan Dreadnought

Blog: https://warpstoneflux.blogspot.com/

Jabberjabber has completed the construction of this Leviathan project and laid down some primer. Despite some issues with the first coat and limited time in October to work on the project, I am confident Jabberjabber will knock this one out of the ball-park. Check out the Warpstone Flus blog to see some amazing Horus Heresy creations.

 

Name: Marc

Project: Blood Angels Death Company Dreadnought

Blog: http://oldschoolg4m1ng.blogspot.com/

Instagram: @m4cr0dutch

I have been busy converting an old Blood Angels Furioso Dreadnought into Moriar the Chosen; legendary Dreadnought of the Death Company. So far the construction has gone quite smoothly and I have managed to complete the banner. I have ordered in some decals as well, which will hopefully make it to me before the final deadline; fingers crossed!!

Good luck everyone!! Keep up the good work.