Catching Up on my Silvermoon Models

I have been quite distracted recently. I bought a PS4 about two weeks ago and Destiny has owned my life. Prior to that, though, I did manage to paint a number of Bushido models. 

I focused on getting a number of Silvermoon models done in hopes of evening out our Ito vs Silvermoon games as they were pretty one sided with the limited Silvermoon models that I had. 

Hanami was the first of the batch. I decided to use more yellow with my Silvermoon models. I also tried my hand at a flower tattoo on her leg that turned out very well. 

Next up was Old Zo. He is the tax man. I wanted to get him painted as quickly as I could since my friend and I agreed that he would add the most to my current Bushido models. In the game, however, he didn't end up being too effective. I think we just need to figure him out a bit better. 

Sukuratchi and his animals were next. The forums seem to love his pets as they are great for tying up big enemy threats. After my success with Hanami's tattoo, I decided to try out more yellow and more flowers. 

These guys are just some extra thugs. I didn't realize that they were the same models as some other characters I already had. So I just did a quick, basic job on these guys. 

Finally, I painted my new favorite character. 

Oda and Tautola. 

This model can be played two ways. One is the combined model and the other is seperate. 

I used 3 magnets for this. One is under Oda's feet, the other is on his small base rock and finally, the third if behind Tautola's head. 

I also continued with my flower and yellow theme and really went all out on Oda's clothing. 

Currently, I have 4 more unfinished Bushido models. They are 3 mercenaries and the big Ito snake. I am also waiting on a shipment of Bakemono for my third faction. 

But, until that arrives, I think I will be busy shooting aliens in the face. 

Bushido Silvermoon

I bought a second starter set of Bushido models about 4 or 5 months ago. I assembled them and based them in black. I even painted one of them, stripped him and then painted him again. The rest of the models just sat there. 

I think the reason was mostly because I was a little disappointed in the models. They were very fragile and dainty. Their arms kept breaking off and I just didn't want to bother with them. 

Well, another friend recently shows some interest in Bushido and we decided to order some more models. But before those models arrive, I figured I could teach him how to play with my Ito Clan and my Silvermoon Syndicate models. 

So, I took two nights this week and quickly finished up the project I started nearly half a year ago. 

 

I didn't put much effort into each model. I most did a base color and washed it. I might go back and touch them up later, but that is doubtful. 

My pictures are still incredibly dark. The lighting in my house is quite poor and I still haven't made a light box. 

I was surprised at how well this guys skin turned out. The models are actually very well modeled and they show details very well with just a little wash. 

My next Bushido crew will be the Bakemono. I have been eyeing them up for a long time and I think they will be quite fun.