Rescuing the BEST WORST Space Marines on eBay

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

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[@bananagoose2469]

Please make this a series, i’v been trying to find content creators that gives a make over to old warhammer figurines. Edit: I just looked through your content and you’re the exact creator that i’v been looking for. Sorry I’m new to the channel.

[@boutinpowered8373]

Be honest now. These are really just your old models. :p

[@dannyeccles1894]

Wheat do you use in your sonic cleaner? What I use doesn't work as well as what you're using

[@gentiligiuliano7882]

What product do you use to strip them? I used Ethanol in past with mixed results, and a degreaser (with mixed results too) . What is your stripping juice?

[@Lalaland.001]

what do you use in the ultrasonic cleaner to make the paint come off that easy???

[@cronnie994]

I don’t know why, but your talk about the original painter struck me as exceptionally emotional. It was sweetly hopeful and a slice of positivity I appreciate.

[@Erebusdidnothingwrongish]

You are the spark of hope in life I needed today. I don't feel very optimistic at the moment. I am working 12 hour days all alone every day because I need the money. I will take you're wholesome comment and hoks it when the negative thoughts try to attack. Thank you kind soul :)

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

These marines really did take me back to when I was young and getting into Warhammer. I really do have a ton of minis that look just like these, so I definitely felt like I needed to speak about them as if I were talking to myself at that time. Unfortunately, I didn't get very good feedback when I was young and it wasn't great for my hobby, so I wanted to make sure it was the type of feedback I would have appreciated back then.

[@pstuart17]

I was just thinking the same thing. It would be so easy to disparage the painter, but he takes the time to put himself in the headspace and speaks from experience. No one is Duncan Rhodes straight out of the womb. Technique takes practice and patience, and you can't learn without making mistakes. These models were probably listed by the original owner or their friend who thought they were a "lost cause" and didn't have the equipment (sonic cleaner) or techniques (how to clean a model with only paint thinner, brushes and patience) to strip them and try again once they became more experienced. They probably bought new ones when they couldn't bear to look at them next to their current army and they sat in a box to hide their shame. I have a few models from when I first started kitbashing and learning to paint that haunt me so I think I know the pain.

[@MrFildur]

Agreed, was just browsing it but got caught by the different words about a (beginners?) paintjob and had to look the whole vid :-)

[@galacticfederationofficer]

@@eBayMiniatureRescues I felt touched, remembering my first dark templar set that looked similar in quality to those after 14-years old me was finished with them. I guess this is like almost all of us start. I dont do any painting minis anymore and sold my 1000 pts army back already 10 years ago. But now I know at least that the person who bought them off me, could have saved them and today they might have ended up nicely painted in some collection :D cheers

[@PistolPeteLee]

The respect and compassion you had for the original painter brings me a lot of joy. It's refreshing, and we need more people like you.

[@petervansan1054]

except it's horrible...

[@anarking5764]

@@petervansan1054 dude everybody is horrible when they first start out at painting warhammer especially if they don't have prior painting experience, they shouldn't be talked down to for having the courage and patience to try and do something they've never tried before.

[@RKroese]

Be people like him.

[@tristanlee8495]

At a guess, the reason the Blood Angels had black trim but not black backpacks like the Angels Encarmine is because they're actually based on the second edition colour scheme and not third Edition. In second the Blood Angels all had black trim with red pads while the sergeants inverted it, the sergeant's inverted shoulder pad scheme survived all the way to now but the black trim was left behind a long time ago.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

That makes sense, very cool! Thanks for sharing that info :)

[@erikdahl9885]

​@@eBayMiniatureRescues Checkerboard was very common on Space Marines of all chapters in 2nd Edition too.

[@F3N01]

They could have also been trying to make Blood Ravens depending on when they got and painted the models. Their normal colour scheme is red, bone white and black trim, plus a lot of people including myself got into 40k through the Dawn of War games.

[@laurastanleyneelindquist1806]

I really like the checker board pattern on the Dark Angels. The lines looked very straight and the squares clean. You can see the effort that the first painter put into them. Definitely something bold to try.

[@toweypat]

That was impressive.

[@thisgoddamusernamestoodamnlong]

I wonder if they play lamenters now

[@TheDachshundGaming]

Your kindness earned you a sub. As someone who grew up when being a nerd and hanging out a comic store to play games wasn't cool, I appreciate the white glove treatment of the original artist. This hobby should be a space for everyone and everyone is at different levels of talent as you point out. It also reminds me of some of my early models, the thickness of which was also because 30 years ago the paints were not as good in pigment OR medium as they are today. It wasn't hard to glob on paint just because else it didn't stick well even to a primed mini.

[@Maladjester]

You show great respect to somebody who painted with more love than talent. I think that's important. Every Golden Demon winner had a first paint job.

[@multiplewarrants659]

the way you talk about the original painter was so inspirational to me. im trying to pick up the hobby as of recent so this just makes me want to get into even more.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Welcome to the hobby!!! Fantastic and memorable things are in store, just take it slow and enjoy every second of it :)

[@ashloveday3283]

I seriously love how respectfully you spoke about the original painter. Having a go is what we all need to do to get near a painter of your standards. I found this greatly encouraging.

[@carlstanford7607]

Really kind comments about the previous painter. It was probably a kid who will be stoked to see his models transformed into awesome paint jobs. Nice one buddy.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I seriously always hope that will happen after I post each video, it happened once and was fantastic, and I would love the opportunity to ask more questions and see where they are now. 200+ videos and it's only happened the one time though, so you never know.

[@sciencesold_]

3:30 That isn't a captain, that is the pushfit sergeant from the 5th edition starter set, assault on black reach, his original arm was a chain sword. Also technically a generic space marine, not BA specific.

[@Calliibrations]

It really is so true how much more designed for painting the newer models are, working on a screamer killer earlier and even just putting on the contrast basecoat it looks good already

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

i checked...it was an island. I think it was in a pack with something else I bought, not sure why it was in the bits box though.

[@DampNoodles]

The respect you have for someone "lower on the ladder". Being bad at something is first step at being kinna okay at something, and eventually being greatness.

[@piixable]

Props to the seller of those minis :D He packed the parcel very nice with much fillers and soft wraps around the minis. When I have those scary painted figures at home and sell it for 1 dollar i would just throw them in the box and get them away from me :D

[@danwoods58]

I liked how you were respectful to the original painter. We all have to start somewhere and get better with practice!

[@CadDriftarus]

Really reminded me of myself. I don't paint miniatures, but even though my first GK looks okay, all I'll ever remember was how I was so blind going in I didn't even use primer.

[@Tigerheart01]

I recognized the Angels of Absolution paint scheme right away. The painting may have been "primitive" but it wasn't bad. Considering the skill level suggested by the rest of the paint job, the checker pattern was actually pretty good!

[@MesserXxomby]

this video is my introduction to the channel, and I feel it's really important to say I love that you're not just shitting on these paint jobs. Having the consideration to look into the mind of the original artist can be really difficult for a lot of folks, and I just appreciate it so very much.

[@Wijkert]

You are being very respectful to the original painter. A classy move.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I'd hate to discourage a new painter because they didn't have the info they needed to succeed. And I've definitely painted minis that look like this, so it would be even worse to pretend that never happened lol.

[@notmenotme614]

It’s not wrong to say they could have been painted better. Some people just need an honest appraisal. Constructive criticism can only make you better.

[@satmaka1]

These models take me back man. It was my first dive into 40k when my wife got me black reach in my early 30s. When I was a kid, I always wondered what warhammer was about but never had the money or any idea what it was about ... Anyway thanks for sharing definitely brought out some good memories as well as reflected on my hobby journey....

[@AndrewRyan-rd1wl]

I suck at art and never painted a mini fig but I love 40k and can watch you paint these all day awesome content. Its so special to watch someone do something with passion it makes the whole world of a difference,

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Thanks, that means a lot :) Someday we will get you to paint a mini, you're already halfway there being into 40k, and I bet you'd be better at it than you realize, someday my friend!!

[@gwynjustice6664]

3:14 I’m sorry WHAT was that transition music?

[@RobadobaChannel]

lmao wtf was that

[@justinlee9031]

It's great someone was looking at the positives with painters trying to improve their skills rather than just mock them for click bait. So many of us have struggled with one technique or another and feel embarrassed when it is pointed out. Supporting growth in the hobby is needed not criticism. Well done

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Gotta slip it in when I can :)

[@sursurrus]

I'm a fine art painter here who's never done a miniature, your advice is terrific. Talent doesn't matter, practice and working to get better is what's important. Yet without that wow! or coolness factor of loving what you are doing, the motivation to put in the hours disappears.

[@aaronshardfang4928]

I love that you're not hating on the og painter nor are you even really criticizing the work, you're just pointing out the things that you see wrong but overall you're praising their effort and you understand that they had a pretty ambitious vision and were trying to hard. The respect and love for the hobby here is refreshing to see!

[@PriestessOfSlaanesh]

I love that you always have kind/good words for the pre-owner "artist" of the miniature you save. Youre never disrespectful despite everyone can clearly see that theyre ugly. Thats super comfy and enjoyable. Someone probably tried rly hard on them back then... but just didnt had the skill then. Youre still acknowledge their trying.

[@SepulcherGeist]

Before I started watching I thought to myself, "this guy better not act disrespectful to the original owner's attempts..." I'm glad to see you certainly weren't. You maintained a proper attitude. That attitude is probably why you were able to advance as a painter yourself.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

We all start somewhere and we all have the best intentions when we do, sometimes the skill just takes a second to catch up to the imagination :)

[@JohnnySix]

The fact you can strip the plastic models is amazing - I wish I'd have kept some of my worse paint jobs now. I used to strip the metal ones using poly-cement , but thought the plastic ones couldn't be saved! Very cool!

[@JoyfulNerd400]

Thank you so much for handling these minis with such care and patience. You made this person’s childhood dreams come true. We all start somewhere

[@vendeux]

I've just painted a squad of resin Kasrkin I bought 17 years ago with my school lunch money 😂 Was also taken aback by the much better quality models we now have, cleaner lines and finer details. Still a pleasure to paint old school models.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Older models do have that charm to them, but yeah, the quality has gone waaaay up!

[@joegroves2517]

I appreciate you're not just making fun of them. This really reminds me of the model kits of planes and spaceships I made as a kid. I tried to be so careful but I had no idea of patience, how to do what I wanted, or what tools I needed. If somehow I'd understood what masking tape was for it would have been so much better and when I see those old kids I feel kind of embarrassed. I'm curious though, do the sellers ever find these videos?

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I was in the exact same place so I get it. And I would hate to say something that would make someone want to stop painting! A little more practice and some good info and this guy probably paints just fine these days. I have only ever had 1 person contact me after 200 videos, and it was a great interaction! I got more clarity on the project and even made a second video talking about it. I usually tell the people I'm buying from what's going on, but a lot of the models I get are from someone who bought from someone else, so it's almost never directly from the person who painted it. I still hope that some of the original painters will stumble onto these and say something, it would be nice to get an update on their progress, or at least hear what was going on when they painted the model that I ended up with.

[@holmsey555]

The blood angel captain is the tactical sarge from assault on black reach.

[@tomchatfield9217]

I was about to post the same thing! Black Reach was my very first 40k models ever!

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Ahhh, cool, I really wasn't sure what he was. Thank you for letting me know :)

[@TexanIthorian]

Considering the model's age, a floppy sword is perfectly natural and expected.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

He's gotten up there in age for sure...poor fella

[@danielcannon9893]

Ooh baby. That paint removal is something.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

This one was particularly nice, I think because the minis didn't actually have any primer on them, so the paint just bubbled up and peeled right off. So nice :)

[@Lewwwofc]

@@eBayMiniatureRescues hi i live in the UK and struggle with painting and have a lot of models i need to remove the paint off of to start over, whats the best stuff i can buy to remove paint with out that posh little machine, I use contrast paints now but some models have paint off the prior owner so unsure if that matters, any response be amazing

[@kesnck]

@@Lewwwofc Hey, im having the same problem as you. Did u find a way to remove the paint???

[@endlesspath3044]

@@kesnckTry Dettol or Biostrip. You’ll need to soak them for a good while though. Acetone works for metal, but not for plastic. Isopropanol alcohol is another alternative.

[@kesnck]

@endlesspath3044 thanks buddy, I'll be sure to give that a try

[@aidennygaard6536]

yo just got into 40k and am looking to start painting my own and saw your video I have to say its so nice being able to put on a video and the creator is so professional and yet super chill at the same time. thanks so much.

[@DanteMac26]

Man, that's always so satisfying when that old vinyl acrylic paint peels off.

[@abbazabba58]

I can almost hear the mini taking in a huge breath of air

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

This set was particularly good this week :)

[@TheMichaellathrop]

I really like how that dark red armor came out with the little bit of black dustiness from the dried oil pain and then the black trim... I almost expect them to steal everything that's not nailed down.

[@sneedmando186]

Clicked so fast! This is how I started my collection, half my Cadians and Scions are restored pieces from online, another quarter being those cheap snap together starter box things. It was a great way to learn painting and repairing, especially on the cheap, letting me gain confidence when I eventually started to buy actual kits

[@johnlanger7852]

almost looks like a reaper bones sword with the bendiness it has

[@luketfer]

That was my first guess that it must have been a reaper bones Knight arm...but I'm not sure if the Bones line was around then.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

It definitely could be, it's got that same kind of flex to bones plastic. It looks really close to a real one though, so I really don't know!

[@ChaseDaOrk3767]

The original paint job on those Space Marines kinda gives me Dornian Heresy vibes

[@elicrosby1551]

This guy shows up on my front page, has a soft voice, comes in with eBay rescue, finishes with a great but obtainable finished product, and I'm hooked. I also bought a paint set of eBay thanks you to. Bravo Sir.

[@DocBree13]

The world needs more kind people like you ❤

[@douglaskerr8181]

Absolutely love that you dont bash the original painter at all, refreshing and relaxing content

[@valeriondread5549]

As someone who is a first time painter I always enjoy your care of the original painter. We are all in a journey and even though I am procrastinating on my models it is so nice to see someone who would give them the care they needed were I to mess them up.

[@guybezant9009]

Why is it so damn cathartic to watch a toothbrush remove a paint layer? Another great video dude, top work.

[@spencers4121]

I used to buy so many mini's for pennies on Ebay, No one wanted to buy "badly" painted stuff. I never hated on people, to me it was a blessing because others would ignore them. And it's so easy to strip both metal and plastic mini's

[@Bluecho4]

I think the bendy sword arm might be a 3d print that wasn't given a UV cure. I'm told some people actually prefer this on thin weapons, so they aren't brittle enough to snap off when so much as a stiff breeze hits the model.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I saved it of course, I will literally throw it in the cure station and find out right now... well, 10 minutes in the cure station and it's still floppy...idono! i can see how that might be helpful if you drop a mini, but i feel like the bend would ruin the paint after being handled, and more if the mini gets put into a foam transport.

[@MrArbiter103]

​@@eBayMiniatureRescuesthe sword is from a forge world boarding/Breachers shield upgrade kit. It came with 6 shields, 2 Las cutters, an older style grav gun and, most importantly, a power sword for thr sergeant. I've got that kit and can confirm that the sword is that floppy naturally

[@RexytheRexy]

As a beginning painter, it's rough. I have a Seraptek Heavy Construct that I won't be gifted enough to do more than base-coat and a gradient of spine accents for a while. It's frustrating to have this beautiful model and not be able to bring him to life. It's really, really sweet and kind to see someone speaking so positively of the beginning level of painting, recognizing that there's a lot of merit in trying, and showing us your first paintjobs. It's so easy to punch below the belt. I can't help but picture someone recognizing their model in your thumbnail, clicking on it and expecting to be absolutely ruined, and being completely surprised (when I heard you say that they're probably a really good painter, now... heart officially warmed). I, personally, completely respect the checkerboards. The painter's lines are straight, the squares are clean, and I really like what they were going for. Bless you for this, sir.

[@mrziiz6893]

I really wish you kept the blood dribbling from the captains lip detail, it made it feel like he’s giving out a rallying order to push back a crushing defeat!

[@CheapCreep]

Space Marines over 400 may experience floppy swords.

[@user-rc3kr6dk8k]

Even with the rejected paintjob for the captains powersword, I could see the vision. Neat job.

[@nathaneldridge3291]

Just wanted to say how enjoyable this video was, 40K was a big intro to wargaming and model making for me, I haven't really touched my old 40k dark angels for 10 or so years and recently decided it would be a fun project to rejuvenate them, looking back at my younger painting has been an interesting experience, can say mine looked quite similar to the miniatures at the start of this video but always a nice reminder of where a lot of us started and how far we have all come in the hobby, I have been thoroughly enjoying the process of painting them to a level I'm happy with but what struck me was that as a kid I was a lot more eager to just try different things, I had marines with (badly) painted kneepads and shoulders and helmets and im really tempted to have another go at doing some freehand on a couple just in omage to my younger self!

[@johnl6176]

One thing I learned the hard way is clean your models with soap and water and a toothbrush just before you prime. Handling the mini before priming will get whatever is on your hands on the mini which, if not cleaned, will be trapped under the primer.

[@adampaul4243]

Tbf the painter didn't take much care when painting. But the way they packaged them for transport tells me something else

[@sam23696]

I like the approach here to the original painter. Most memes or stuff you see online about bad painting focuses too much on the negative, rather then acknowledging that so many painters for warhammer models are just starting out. They've either moved on to other hobbies by now or they've learnt to thin their paints are probably make some great stuff now, and that's worth remembering.

[@roryhatfield6696]

You definitely nailed that “old school cool “ look.

[@LanceSmith-nh4ws]

THE PACKING PEANUTS NOOOOOO

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

lol, they are the worst!

[@slotholopolis2314]

I've never been into tabletop games and i have VERY little artistic ability so I'm coming in a little out of the loop here. That said, there's something about a talented individual who remembers what it was like to not be able to make your vision of something come true. A supportive, ego-less master is a true master

[@metalnerd8778]

That sergant was ready for a pool fight with that noodle of a sword 😂

[@Senseicads]

"the blood angels don't have a ton of orange on them"...sigh...I miss the old days of blood angel orange! those were the days!

[@nuru666]

Oooh man, I remember those days. "MORE PAINT MEANS MORE DEPTH OF COLOUR!"

[@squirrelsyrup1921]

For those in the UK, you can strip acrylic paint off old minis like this using Dettol (the orange liquid in the bottle). Soak overnight. Do NOT rinse your toothbrush with water while brushing, since the paint will react and become like sticky tar. Instead rinse your brush in the Dettol while you scrub.

[@Wijkert]

7:41 looks like GW resin that got soft by being in isopropanol. Maybe the previous owner stripped it. That doesn't look like something the original painter would do though.

[@odeegrotsniffer4166]

In my experience it wouldn't flop like that, it would just break.

[@Endocrine77]

That's exactly what I was thinking. I stripped some ogre Yhetees like that once. One of the worst modelling mistakes I've ever made. Turned all of their limbs and so on bendy like that. They solidified mostly back up over time though so maybe not that in this example.

[@randallporter4835]

In the early 90's our game store did a research project on the best method of striping paint from figs. We used every chemical known from brake fluid to paint stripper. Each one of us trying something different. The owner used Pine-Sol clean and that did the best job for removing paint of all sorts in a short a mount of time. Cheap, pleasant smelling, non toxic and safe. I have been using it for 20 years.

[@Nathanfx2006]

Half expecting to see some of my old warhammer that i sold recently on eBay to appear 🤣

[@giancarlocorlazzoli5527]

“Bits box” proceeds to have an entire shelving unit! JEALOUS!

[@xBeauGaming]

Part of me was thinking like "predator" models, if they were all dipped in mud to avoid hear detection.

[@Cj2329]

I agree on the fact that the newer minis are more painter friendly, but we can all agree that the older models are way more modelling friendly! you could do whatever you wanted woth these

[@danielmorgan9544]

I personally love finding minis that need a little extra love. I find them in my local stores where someone has sold their collection and some are worse than others haha.

[@longbeforenow3130]

I like you didn’t slate the original owner , we all have various skill levels we are all still learning

[@freelancerblitz2579]

Great job, When you scrape the paint off the face it reminds me of an episode of Scrubs where Turk shaves his moustache To reveal a mole and the mole says "Finally A brother can breathe!" 😂😂

[@Xaevryn]

that first Space Marine looked like it was screaming "SAVE ME, BROTHER!"

[@PistolPeteLee]

Those Codex took me back. I read mine cover to cover every day. Its nice to be back in the hobby again after so many years

[@Neknoh]

They could have been death-guard rather than Dark Angels (unless they were explicitly named as DA in the original listing of course)

[@epicinternet8474]

one of the shoulder pauldrons did have "ANGELS" written on it

[@AlexBabcock-hw9iz]

It's nice how you look at what the original painter might have had in mind but didn't have the skills to pull off. You can't really know if they kept on painting or even are into the hobby at all now but it's good you react positive at what they attempted. Then when you paint them not so much as you yourself might be inclined to do but with what they were trying i think that's another thing that makes your channel unique and fresh. Just a really great way to make interesting videos that encompass much more then just a painting tutorial. We get ac look at the older models someone's idea of cool from yard ago. A bit of a history lesson and look back through books and other media. We get the cleaning and repairs and then the priming and laying down the paints and washes. Then the re birth of the model. You have a found a winner in this very entertaining and well done sir. I wish the best for you and your channel for many more episodes.

[@SOB2141]

I don't paint Warhammer I don't do any of this type of hobby. I do 1/144 scale. But I watched your video because it intrigued me. However the thing I liked most about your video is that you did not make any fun of the people that made those original models. You actually gave them a lot of credit for trying. I think that was very nice of you. Please keep that up.

[@matthewhill5140]

I just got into painting 40k minis I'm actually surprised with how well I did videos like these Def help alot with developing your own style

[@knockedgoose4206]

The amount of respect you show to the original artist is awesome

[@Demicron]

You should do this exact format with older models more often!

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I plan on it, I bought a ton of minis just like this from the same seller. There are many, and they all need help!

[@pugbaccathegreat1073]

" I dont like the color of the power sword so i painted it silver" *paints a better powersword then any ive made*

[@sp4cec0re32]

Bro actually did a great job with consistent spacing on the freehand checkers on the one marines leg

[@Ted8407]

You weren’t kidding about the paint removal!!

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

haha yeah this one was extra good!

[@Copratra]

Just wondering - as I would love to 'rescue' some of my own old miniatures - how do you clean that old paint off? I can see you use ultra bath, but what is the liquid?

[@thewanderingedd5211]

I have the same question. Popular options are industrial degreaser, methylated spirits (denatured alcohol in the US) and Dettol.

[@hotpockethero7111]

Can we talk about what is going on in the backing track at 3:12?

[@CurvinProductions]

the Dark Angel in the thumbnail is what the Fallen go trough when they're corrupted by Chaos hence why the loyalists hunt them down with so much urgency

[@brionl4741]

I started painting model cars, airplanes and trains in the 70's. So by the time WH40K rolled around my very worst period was well behind me. Also, my father was into painting model cars, etc. too so I learned a lot from him.

[@rhyssherman4318]

i really like how you tackle the subject of lack-luster minis with respect

[@AVS_uk]

Respect for the PAINT BRAVELY reference

[@novaenforcer1563]

I love the one thick coat, reminds me of failed icing and frosting on cakes

[@xanderf9234]

I'm starting up Warhammer via kill squad, and just the thought of me selling my models doesn't feel right, even if I stopped playing eventually I still put tons of effort into my "custom" hive fleet (it's just regular models with a scheme based on monster hunter) I'm proud of them and am Very attached to them, especially my genestealer I painted to be the leader. And I'd be too scared of selling them because admittedly, I'm a 16 year old with a budget of lack thereof, do they ain't good by any means. but they're mine and they're unique

[@Mirpurmad]

thanks you sir. I am new to this hobby with some half finished projects myself and roughly at the level of original owners of these models. but I am still proud because they are my painted models. that said I would like to progress and learn better methods to continue with this hobby without breaking the bank.

[@noops9220]

Should’ve kept with the metallic camo pattern for the blood angels Captain

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

I thought about it, but there wasn't quite enough there for me to know exactly what was going on, unlike the checkerboard, which was pretty obvious. So I opted to at least make it match the rest of them, and give him an upgraded arm :)

[@schmittywhamjenson]

Really excited to get back into painting my miniatures after a 10+ year hiatus. Love the advice you give!

[@matze0402]

is it a legit reason to start with 40K just because I want to paint the figures?

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

Absolutely, yes! I would say a majority of people who "play" Warhammer actually spend 99% of their time just collecting and painting. There's also just nothing wrong with not ever playing if you don't want to and just painting. It's a fun and worthwhile hobby all on its own :)

[@notmenotme614]

18:46 Those eyes really makes the Blood Angels Captain look like a psychopath

[@TheBobbytables]

No idea if that where it originates, but that sword is definitely on the Forgeworld Horus Heresy Breacher kit.

[@TheShaneGuy]

I do this especially with lead models that i grew up with and never owned. A bad painted one is usually way cheaper than an unpainted one, and nail polish removed works (only on lead).

[@dubnubgtd8538]

Your a fantastic painter/artist. Always wanted to get into miniature painting. But never did, or thought I’d never be good at it.

[@Linkman95]

You know, you kind of forget the scale of these when so many videos are zoomed in so much, but I honestly think the originals looked totally fine from a distance. I could really see an army of those looking pretty good if you played with them, the details like checkerboard kneepads really help

[@YuanMekong]

I recall you talking about these on Paint Bravely, but really I was not prepared for them.

[@eBayMiniatureRescues]

haha, yeah, pretty hard to do these justice with words alone!

[@ryannuss]

Man this hit home. Really reminded me of how my minis came out back in the early days. Still working on reviving them, one crusty bolter at a time. Great vid.