Re: My Grey Knight! The Emperor's Chosen!
Work steadily progresses on Tiny. I thought I was close to being done, but realize I have a lot of work to do yet.
The smallest details take the longest time. Well, that and waiting for paint/caulk/etc to dry. I created a design for one of the knees:
"
If you desire peace, prepare for war"
It still needs the final coat of black and silver paint, but will look pretty good once it's applied to the right knee.
Shoulders are nearing completion. Does that caulk ever dry? Sanding has been a bit of a pain, but it's getting there. I have a trim piece to apply, then final paint, and Boom, shoulders will be ready for mounting.
I devised my own shoulder brace to attach the shoulder bells to the chest piece. Will still allow some flexibility, and gets the job done. Looks great on paper, and the initial mock up looks promising.
The chest is 85% done. I need to attach a couple of fans, the speakers for the MSB (although this version I have is pretty loud) and some more greeblies. The final step will be applying the metallic look with silver paint, attaching the center piece applique and final trim work. I've drawn out the backpack but that may have to wait unless I get the main part of the suit done. I'm hoping to have it completed by 10/25. (BiG Halloween party)
Abdomen is finally complete. I had the silly thing upside down! I couldn't figure out why it wasn't fitting correctly (was too small) in the pelvic girdle. I'm very happy with the way it turned out.
Legs are nearing paint readiness. Need to put the finishing touches on the knees and that part will be done. I need to figure out a way to attach the feet to the stilts that makes them removable without too much fuss for transport, yet still makes it look like one entire piece. Rather than attach duct work to the legs, I designed a black mesh "curtain" folded in half then shaped into a tube that hides the back of the legs very well. This hangs down into the shin, and is much lighter than the duct work. (Cheaper too)
Arms... this is frustrating. Bicep area is unusable, so will need to fashion the accordion duct tubing and attach it to the chest. I may use the mesh, but it's a little flimsy... will have to experiment a bit.
The suit can stand on its own now, which is cool. He's a tiny fella.
