GW Release Schedule
Guess I won’t be fleshing out my Lizardmen army! This is all lifted from www.belloflostsouls.blogspot.com
JANUARY:
2nd wave Orks
Plastic Gretchin, Stormboys, Nobz, plastic Battlewagon.
FEBRUARY:
Lizardmen
Plastic Stegadon to be availiable as a rare, special and mount option. Up to nine said to fieldable in one list. New kroxigors.
MARCH:
Apocalypse
Stompa and one or more Baneblade variants (Stormlord and/or Shadowsword, possibly others).
APRIL-MAY:
Imperial Guard
Plastic Stormtroopers, Valkyrie, Russ variants, more.
2nd Wave Daemons
Plastic Daemon Prince, new Seekers, rest of the named Daemons, possibly generic daemons and a Battleforce
Q3-Q4:
Necrons
All the stuff reported here.
Dark Eldar
New range by Jes Goodwin, Codex by Phil Kelley. End of the year, possibly bumped even later to make sure the army is done correctly.
Rumors brought to the community by Warseer’s Brimstone and MoonlightSonata
Hi all, there is some Necron Scuttlebutt floating about out there.
Early word is that Necrons may be slated for the Q2-09 40k release slot. There is another codex scheduled ahead of them but there is conflicting data on what it is (currently bouncing around between IG, Space Wolves, Dark Eldar). The info reported so far is:
Removal of the C’tan from the Codex as fieldable units (they are still in the fluff).
The C’tan are to be moved over to Apocalypse where they will make an appearance as much more powerful single figures (possibly with attendant new oversized Forgeworld minis).
The big new HQ replacement for them will be entirely new tiered-level Necron Lords. Read the Apocalypse Necron background page for insight into what may be coming, but there is talk of Bronze, Silver, Gold, possibly even Platinum Lords.
Lords are said to have multiple special abilities and options, and certtain levels of Lords may re-arrange the Force Org chart for certain units, making different army builds possible. An example of an option was an advanced necrodermis, allowing the Lord to mimic his C,tan masters (and conveniently allow for the use of the existing C’Tan minis).
There will be Necron Lord named characters.
The rest of the army is described as getting a small number of new units, and having several existing units rearranged by Force Org category.
In general, the Necron army is desribed as being somewhat “buffed”.
Ratonnians
A friend of the studio is selling this Ratonnian army. It plays using the Bretonnian list, but is of course rat-themed.
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Giant Pool of Money
Here’s something about world economics that might be worth listening to.
I haven’t listened to the whole thing yet myself, but it’s part of my quest to get as much knowledge as possible.
Lifeblood
I read this on Yahoo News this morning:
As the bailout bill rushed through Congress, Paulson stressed that the major aim was to buy bad assets, primarily mortgage-backed securities, from financial institutions. The hope was that taking those bad loans off the books would encourage banks to return to more normal lending operations and unclog credit flows — the economy’s lifeblood.
Really? Borrowing money is the lifeblood of an economy?
Think about your personal finances. Is being able to borrow money the “lifeblood” of your economic well-being? If that answer is “no” then what is it?
What should you, yes you, the everyday common man do? Do research, get educated on financial stuff and then start voting for people who understand principles of sound money. Also, you must educate your fellow-man and your own children. This can be as easy as what I’m doing: posting it on my blog and forwarding information to other people.
Here’s a good start
It is my belief that the leaders of the nation are not telling the truth.
What else can you do? Get out of debt and stay out of debt. Opt out of the system. Live within your means. And I mean really. Instead of getting a car loan, buy a car with cash. You can find service-able ones for as low as $500. Drive that hunk of junk until you can afford a better one. Cash on the barrelhead.
My current goal, on which I am focused like a laser beam, is to get rid of debt. I would sell all painted models that the studio owns at $0.38 cents on the dollar if I found a buyer. If you are interested, let me know.
- By the sweat of thy brow shalt thou eat thy bread.
- Thou shalt not be idle; for he that is idle shall not eat the bread nor wear the garments of the laborer.
Sunday October 12 2008 House of Cards
Hello all!
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My heart is full. I only wish that I could convey my deep sense of optimism to all who read this.
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The air is cold and dry. Last night a few flakes of snow drifted down from a crisp grey sky, but that was all of the snowfall we were supposed to get. Here and there the trees are turning pale yellow or dusky red. I like sweater weather.
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I got up this morning, waking naturally after a good night’s sleep. Tamie bought a huge bushel of pears that are just now coming to perfect ripeness. I had one of those with some oatmeal (and raisins) this morning. And some orange juice. I watched a few episodes of Stargate Atlantis, and played with the kids, some frisbee in the yard.
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Then it was off to church, which went very well; a missionary farewell of sorts. Here are a few quotes that I found interesting:
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The Lord cannot always be known by the thunder of this voice, by the display of His glory or by the manifestations of His power; and those that are the most anxious to see these things are the least prepared to meet them, and were the Lord to maifest His power as He did to the children of Israel, such characters woud be the first to say , ‘Let not the Lord speak any more, lest we His people die.’ (Exodus 20:19)
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… most generally when angels have come, or God has revealed Himself, it has been to individuals in private, in their chamber; in the wilderness or fields, and that generally without noise or tumult.
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I believe that if God revealed himself fully to an individual, that it can compromise their freedom of choice. How many people really and truly are ready to take on themselves the burden that would entail? Imagine the change in lifestyle it would require, the enormous responsibility. I think it would be a cursing of sorts.
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Rather, how much better to do it gradually, step by step. A little bit of light first, then when that has been honored and acted on, a little bit more light. Knowledge of the eternal world bears tremendous responsibility. I suggest further, that if the heavens were open for even five minutes that it would make this life an unbearable wretch, and that the person who saw it would from that moment long for death. This of course frustrates the grand design of Mortality, which is to be tried, tested, and to discover the true nature of one’s own soul. It’s a closed book test.
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Going back to that idea of step by step, it occured to me that while a full knowledge of everything might not be all that it’s cracked up to be, some “light” is good. I can know enough to get me through the current challenges.
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As usual, these are just musings. I don’t mean to be preachy, but just to crack open the door of my mind for you to see what’s in there. I have faults like anyone. Don’t be surprised when you learn something bad about me.
Here’s my take on the “economic crisis” so called: I think that it is engineered. I believe that ultimately it will have a positive effect– like a fever. The root of it all is the idea of interest-bearing transactions. IE getting something for nothing.
I had a “credit crisis” in my business. The solution is to live within my means, pay for things as I go. Quite simple, really. I haven’t always lived it, no, but I see more and more the wisdom of it. Live within my means, stay out of debt.
The fact is that there are people who actually produce goods and services, then there are people who have figured out how to take those things without actually doing work.
Eventually, the producers figure out how to protect the fruits of their labors from the looters and moochers.
The best that the common man can do is to stay out of debt, pay down debts, and elect people at all levels of government who respect the property, life (ie income), and liberty. This requires a little bit of study and attention.
I could go on and on. I’m not a happy camper with the government right now. I am seeing more clearly what the real relationship is now.
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Having said all that, there is an Almighty God who holds the world like a marble in His omnipotent hand. The bounds of the adversary are set. We’re to have trials, that is to be sure, to know the good from the bad, and to learn wisdom for ourselves. This is true. But there is another side, to trust in God and live by faith. And I don’t mean wuss faith, but the real stuff. Faith combined with action.
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Paint Fest October 2008
Picture: Imperial Guard chimera, the standard troop transport. See more pics.
My little camera ran out of batteries during Paint Fest today. For those not familiar, this is a chance for BTP artists, and some locals to meet and paint and talk and trade tips.
The day started early. Sarah and I were clearing up some basics at the studio– getting packages going. I brought my young three-year old son with me to give mommy some breathing room for an hour or so. I took him across the street to he gas station store to get some gummy sharks, his favorite. When he’s chawing on one of those, riding up on my shoulders, in the clear morning air, he’s king of the world.
I packed up my paints, some Dark Elves and headed over to Angela’s house. A respectable home in the suburbs, in what used to be farmland on the east edge of town.
Imagine a large dining room with a hardwood floor. There are a half dozen tables set up. One by one, people with food and paints show up. It’s a smorgasbord of different models and projects. Models are passed around, and every now and then pods gather around a particular person to see a new technique or color combination.
We had barbeque: steaks, hamburgers, and hot dogs; and dutch oven potatoes, carrots, and onions. Swilled down with a ton of soda. It’s good american fare. This is lunch, and later, dinner.
Renn is working on his Orks, and they are progressing slow but steady. He is really becoming quite an accomplished painter, too. I told people to bring models down to get pics, so you will likely see some of those later.
As the day lazily winds down, the hostess falls asleep on the couch, and one by one the paint kits are slotted into boxes and bins and hauled out to the car. The night air is icy cold and blowing strong off the himalaya-like mountains. It’s supposed to snow in the valley this weekend.
I made some significant headway on my Dark Elves. Here’s how my list is shaping up:
2x sorceress on dark steed
1x hydra and handlers
19x black guard
15x dark riders
1x hero type on foot
5x cold one knights
1x cold one chariot
1x hero type on cold one
2x reaper bolt throwers
6x harpies (converted flying spider demons)
1x assassin
I think that’s about it. I doubt this is less than 2000 points. We’ve decided to play some Warhammer Fantasy down at the studio. It’s a done deal, I’ve already put it into motion. My army is about a third painted already.
I don’t have any pics, but I really agonized over the color scheme and finally came up with something that worked– pale blue-green almost glowing armor with everything else dark. Today I tried again to use Joseph’s techniques with odd color blending (ie using almost every color without it looking like puke) with a lot more success. Overall, I’m happy with how they look. But it’s hard to tell until the army is all together.
The problem with Dark Elves is that they are… dark. There’s not much opportunity for light/dark contrast. The army tends to all have one value, and there aren’t many options. Hopefully I found a way around that.
I also have a great idea for an Eldar army color scheme. Really off the beaten track but still within the genre. Like the ghost warriors were. I’m trying to scrounge up models right now. No, I’m not going to tell you any more.
Anyway, I have a game set for November 9th with Mike Dunn. It will be 1500 points, Dark Elves vs Orcs, every last model painted up real nice. Today, we all went around and claimed armies. That’s the best part, if you ask me.
I remember in 1997 how a few of my 40K buddies came by with grins on their faces and a Warhammer Fantasy book. I claimed High Elves, and the others Undead and Skaven. That was the beginning of the troubles (eg starting my game shop, up to present day).
I thank you, noble reader, for giving our company support and goodwill. I have no illusions: it is by the good graces of our kind clients that we exist from month to month. My heart and strength go out to young readers, whose minds are passing through electrical storms. Keep your chin up!
Breaking News
Don’t get too excited.
I’ve decided to work up a Warhammer Fantasy army: Dark Elves. It’s going to happen. I plan on putting out the first few units during Paint Fest.
Little known fact: most people at the studio have a Warhammer Fantasy army in some stage of completion.
Still a few slots open (just two) for the first week (or two) of November. I’m trying to get those rounded out.
I’ll be playing against some Ultramarines this weekend. Paint Fest is Friday, I’m excited about that.
Tuesday October 7 2008
Picture: a Great Gnarloc by Forge World. See more pics.
For those that might care, here is the day…
I awoke at 2:30am. Griffin was up and about his nocturnal shenanigans, wondering aloud who had come into his room and poured water on him. Of course, this was because he finally passed out (figuratively speaking, for those of you who can’t tell when I’m using hyperbole) at 8pm and we being tired of his monkeying around just put him into bed without letting him take a leak first. He had shed all his wet clothes and put on a small baby blanket, his hair like Jack N. having a bad hair day. So, he finally went back to bed and I fell into a fitful sleep until 6:30am.
Tamie’s progressing well with the pregnancy. She’s “up” again, which is nice. Only 10 weeks or so left. I am worried of course about saving up the money needed for the birth home, on top of getting everything else ready. Children are like jewels in the crown of deepened love.
Once at the studio, I found Sarah busily typing away. We’re both early risers, so we’re usually there hours before any of the artists (but not before the accountants!). That way things are all ready by the time they show up. There was a flurry of activity. Brigh left a little early, coming down with a cold. Angela isn’t doing well, either. But everyone sticks with it and makes things happen. That’s professionalism.
I am booking projects for November, ready to take your call or query. I got my inbox pretty much cleared today, which is a good feeling.
Once home, I found my family in the living room around Kids Monopoly. Imagine playing a board game with a spider monkey crawling all over. That’s what it’s like with a three year old. This was our Family Home Evening. Pretty sweet.
I think the gates of Heaven should be replaced by the door frame of my house, because that is what I feel like when I get home. It’s really a once-in-a-lifetime trip to have the kids at this age and I’m enjoying every minute of it.
The only worry I have at this moment is getting projects booked. It’s the nature of the beast, really, I don’t think it will ever end. And not so much for myself, but I like to keep the staff busy. I think everyone is on edge about the apocalyptic doomsaying about global financial meltdown. I feel completely at peace about the matter. After listening to General Conference multiple times, all my worries have been laid to rest.
Did you know that Brigham Young was indicted for treason? The Federal Government has been the cause of endless anguish throughout the centuries. I was reading about the Utah War today. good stuff.
When I hear about this “credit crisis” I just want to laugh. If all the banks disappeared tomorrow, that would be the best thing to happen to the whole Earth. Like passing an enormous tapeworm. A business doesn’t need credit to make payroll. You just need to get money, plan ahead, and balance the checkbook, and make sure there’s money in the bank.
It would hurt for a while, but things would balance out.
Interest… payments… put a damper on business growth. Debt is bad. It doesn’t help. You can’t get something for nothing.