I Made a Metal Gear Rex Tyrannofex!! And other Tyranid Conversions - Warhammer 40k

[@lonelystrategos]

A bio-weapon to surpass Metal Gear.

[@asimovstarling8806]

finally, after multiple years searching youtube for tyranid kitbash, I finally find a youtuber who actually kitbashes tyranids to make their own custom variants rather than converting one into another. You call it a conversion all you like, I'm just happy to finally see some inspiring designs.

[@ZerrikanianWiedzimin]

This takes “Rules of nature” to a whole new level 😂

[@thorveack]

As a metal gear fan, this is the kind of conversion that makes me want to start a Tyranid army just to have a Metal Gear Tyranofex. Great Job !!

[@DJROCKSTAZ]

WARNING: Blaring "Rules Of Nature" near your Tyrannofex might cause its destruction!

[@ForTehNguyen]

proxy the metal gear rex as a tau stormsurge also, its about the same height too

[@DJROCKSTAZ]

@@ForTehNguyen A true Metal Gear would have some melee power as well. But the guns would work just fine!

[@darklink8423]

SAME

[@ampz7263]

The best nid conversions I think I've ever seen, good job my man

[@NateVHVT]

I really appreciate how you not only name, but link the creators of the original creators.

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! Credit where it is due!!! (At least when I remember 😅)

[@seanc4953]

Now you need to make some sunglasses for your Tyranno Rex as a little easter egg.

[@dragonstormx]

I came for the Metal Gear Tyrannofex but I loved all of the conversations you came up with. As a Starcraft fan, I especially liked the Zerg Queen Tervigon.

[@thatguyoverthere4812]

Same I also like the unintentional reference with the power over whelming guy with the lightning very archon vibes

[@onnol917]

The model turned out fantastic. The paintjob however is to fall in love with

[@adamg4336]

Easily one of the most unique conversions ive seen. Massive props.

[@patticusfinch139]

Your green stuff sculpting skills are pretty good

[@WilhelmScreamer]

The tervigon is by far my favorite, but massive props on the demon base sculpt

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! I am really happy with how they all turned out, but it's always nice when a base gets noticed ☺️

[@Hartefact]

This was a fantastic video, thank you for showcasing the mix of Butov parts and the sculpting process. You have very similar feelings about some of the nids designs as I do so i cannot wait to really get in there and have some fun with the kitbashing!

[@WhatThe40k]

Thank you very much! Conversions are the coolest part of the hobby. and with nids', the sky is the limit 🍻

[@Hartefact]

​@@WhatThe40kThanks to you I've begun my harpy conversion project, modeled after the Harridan but smaller. I've always hated the Harpy/Crone aesthetic and now I'm finally happy with my mid tier fliers!

[@Frozenkoldfury]

I actually like the Maleceptor, but yours is dang cool as well. Your version of the Tyrannofex is way better. Also, you could convert some kind of Titan-grade Nid after Met Gear Excelsis, from Rising!

[@koca987]

Skill level over 9000 epic :D i really like your Hive Tyrant really cool killing deamon beast :D and Tyrannofex is so good beast of the model and you made it after Metal Gear Rex big plus

[@foilornithopter]

As someone whom is considering building a Tyranid army seeing these conversions really inspires me even though I haven’t played Warhammer in almost 20 years.

[@Panda]

super dope

[@SuperCosmicSpaceMagnet]

Hah! Bugs are my favourite army in 40k, and the thing that got me into the setting. I've done two different armies and sold them because I don't feel like I quite got them "right". I'll give it another go next edition, I am certain. Your creativity is amazing, thanks for sharing! I definitely like the Zerg Queen best.

[@bastianpena2696]

Bro, this conversions are super good, hope that you keep up the great work and show us more

[@humannerd26]

6:28 okay, I'm stealing this, I've never really had a problem with the larger Tyranid models but you have gone above and beyond, I can't have it any other way, I'm coping your steps, I have been enlightened

[@WhatThe40k]

I'm flattered, spread the mutation through the Hive Mind!

[@Jaws.of.Fenrir]

These are amazing! So unique, yet perfectly fitting for Tyranids!

[@peterbaines1763]

Just discovered this channel from the genera theme and that metal gear conversion is absolutely amazing

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! And, welcome to the channel.

[@RobDP1981]

I love these! Especially the tervigon conversion.

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! Big mama might be making a batrep debut soon..🙊

[@RobDP1981]

@@WhatThe40khave you done or have any ideas for a Tyranid Hierodule ? ive never liked the OG model on those and think you would probably come up with something much better !

[@ThePhantomFeather]

ngl I am LOVING the Tyranid conversions! I am a massive fan of seeing what people come up with for new bio weapons and this is awesome stuff. amazing work on Metal Gear Fex =3

[@przemekkielczewski9248]

As a beginner in conversions I really appreciate the amount of work You put into those models, as well as the final result!

[@sayrode6244]

Completely blown away by your Metal Gear Tyrannofex. Could you upload a Video how u worked on the green stuff? :D

[@WhatThe40k]

Tbh it was quite the exercise of effort, and after I was done, I didn't want to go back.😅 But I do plan on doing something with the bigger Leviathan bugs (at the very least reposes)... I'll consider capturing the process.👍

[@srego7630]

Thats a beautiful Metal Gear Tyranofex, easily one of the best conversions I've seen. Incredible work.

[@kamilwoczek4394]

This video is overflowing with creativity and I presume you will be a big chanel soon. I will be there to witness it.

[@blank2983-d1k]

Those are some dope tyrannid conversions, my favorite as to be your carnifex.

[@LetsPlaywithDDae]

I think the reason why the tervigon shoots low is because the energy comes from the same "place" as the tervigon birthing sack.

[@WinterGamerTV]

Absolutely fantastic models dude. Really gorgeous

[@WhatThe40k]

Glad you like them!

[@ericwolf9664]

While my primary army is currently admech, I've been taking some long hard looks at chaos and xenos armies to help bring diversity to the playing board.

[@jonathandoherty9082]

This Tyranid army looks bloody fantastic

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks!😊

[@Z-FilesYT]

These conversions are sick yo!, and yeah, GW does a good job with the models but boy, the designs have so much more potential, like you are showing, including the lore. It would only be logical for tyranids, who can genesteal, hide, and be as their prey, to have technological stuff too.

[@SumsieBun]

Now I really wanna try to make this Tfex for my swarm to learn how green stuff works. That looks incredible.

[@tappajavittu]

I like this video! Conversions were always THE thing for me when I was still active in the hobby and I wish warhammer youtubers made more conversion videos instead of just boring painting videos.

[@brianbreen2217]

These are some amazing builds, but man the Tyrannofex is something else! Amazing GS scultping!

[@sebastianrubin7476]

Working on my own bio-titan, and this has provided a lot of inspiration and neat tricks - in particular, I struggled to make the legs work, and your trick with the wire will be perfect!

[@KillerOrca]

Yeah, the moment I get those Desolation Squad marines Im getting the saw out. Im gonna be doing a LOT of work on those guns.

[@dmeep]

Well this was a nice recommendation and initially i thought i might want to try some of these myself but quickly realised that my psykerbug was already based and the rest took sculpting skills i do not have and a 3d printer i do not own so i think ill hold of on them for a while. Great job they look awesome

[@Tehstampede]

That TyrannoREX is E X T R A T H I C C For real though it looks amazing I wish GW's big bug scuplts were that cool

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks you!

[@runecowman]

Absolutely phenomenal work!

[@WhatThe40k]

Thank you kindly!🍻

[@aGothpancake]

These are the coolest Nids I've ever seen in my life.

[@AlphariusXX426]

I wish your kitbash models was on a 3d printer website so I can 3-D printer it my self🔥🔥👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🤓and paint it to bad you lucky guy!

[@Verocyie]

I'd love to see what you do with the 10th edition nids!

[@gratuitouslurking8610]

I was debating a Hive Fleet Zerus sorta project as a side gig eventually, so that guide for the Zerg Queen/Tervigon conversion's gonna come real useful in future, I hope. The Metal Gear Rexigon is just awe-inspiring work though.

[@WhatThe40k]

Thank you ☺️

[@Slurgical_3D_Terrain_Channel]

I love the painting as well as what you have done with the conversions.

[@LannCarvas]

That metal gear rex conversation miniature was pretty sick! I wish that was an official Tyranid in Cannon.

[@petrameyer1121]

I really like the dotted transition between the colors. I do think though that the Neurithrope would gain even more by using the lightning colors on the exposed parts of its brain.

[@neryse1]

Oh my, I think I'm in love. You just sparked a need to kitbash my nids just hope I can pull it off

[@blackwolf671]

Back in 2020 I picked up the X-mas battle force for the nids. I already had a bunch of Ebay rescue gaunts and the start collecting, They mostly sat on the shelf until earlier this year where I finally got around to painting them, Grey skin - blue carapace, - Neon green soft bits. If id let them sit a bit longer, Theirs a damn good chance id have ended up just flat out ripping off your idea and style, because these are amazing, great work man.

[@WhatThe40k]

If you do, I'd be honoured. Spread the Gengar through the Hive Mind!

[@blackwolf671]

@@WhatThe40k sent the videos to a few other tyranid players i know. Much easier than repainting.

[@WhatThe40k]

@@blackwolf671 Thanks, that is greatly appreciated!😊

[@davidstone-haigh4880]

Just found your channel. Amazing sculpts and redesigns.

[@scalenetriangles2520]

this makes me want to make a metal gear RAY warhound titan even more now!

[@RevanR]

An evolutionary to surpass Ork Waaagh

[@ger5956]

Absolutely amazing work dude ❤

[@a.ward02]

That tyrannofex is legendary!

[@jackkreeger6617]

Stunning work.

[@liruichen]

Love the Matthew Berry bits

[@j453]

You did a great job man.

[@DemonsForge]

Some excellent conversions!

[@koentju3]

These are beautiful and I would love to do my maleceptors and fexes like that. The fexes will just be a pipedream though. No way that I can figure that out

[@emdeo]

Those are gorgeous!

[@boiho8960]

you inspire me to try out greenstuff it was a blast to see your creative processs

[@WhatThe40k]

Thank you! Happy green stuffing!

[@BigGribbly]

sh*t man, you're making my hive fleet behemoth look like nothing, keep crafting my dude. FOR THE GREAT DEVOURER!!!

[@WhatThe40k]

Every Hive Fleet contributes to the Great Devourer's mighty purpose.

[@GrayderFox]

Man, those are really unique-looking and striking. :3 40k really lets you just go "yeah, I like this, but I don't like this. Lemme fuck with it" and then with enough skill and green stuff you can fuck with it, huh. Very cool stuff.

[@ShadowPhoenixMaximus]

Your Maleceptor design reminds me of the Wraith Stalker class thats featured in the game Evolve :)

[@WhatThe40k]

I vaguely remember that game, but I pulled from similar designs, robo/aliens from the matrix/Crysis come to mind.

[@gregorstamejcic2355]

Those are some mighty fine bugs you have there, sir!

[@wombatturd]

Dude these are awesome, just subscribed

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks for the sub!

[@mikoajciemiega8018]

I love the zerg queen model

[@Zarotian]

Bloody Good Job sir!

[@plopperine]

This was Awesome!! And so are your sunglasses 😎

[@Ishmala91]

The Rex's crotch laser is missing, of which we can be thankful

[@Fohogoroh]

Incredible stuff, man 😍

[@WhatThe40k]

Glad you like it!

[@gahngis8158]

actually coolest Tyranid award goes to.

[@KrazyKaiser]

I imagine that when the tyrannofex is preparing to fire those back leg talons extend to give it more stability.

[@WhatThe40k]

100% This guy get's it.

[@MontyCaribdis]

oh man, didn't know you had a youtube chanel! Great video!

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! I'm glad to hear you found the channel too😂

[@DAMIENDICE]

I love all of these, the neurothrope looks amazing, you nailed the static energy! Man, I would love to see what you'd do with a Dimachaeron

[@bigcoliber4864]

Great video as always i love you

[@christophercox1630]

Now I wanna make an Armored Core inspired army

[@peterdegraffenried1915]

These are fantastic!

[@WhatThe40k]

Glad you like them!🍻

[@boycottwarhammer6016]

Damn I was hoping it was a quick mod to steal, holy shit dude good job! 🤙🤙

[@WhatThe40k]

Thank you 🍻

[@Matt-md5yt]

Gengar as in the Pokémon? cool theme

[@cursedwulf6723]

Love your conversions, that Tyranofex is so cool that now I'm kinda annoyed with myself that I recently built & magnetized a normal one, lol. I mostly copied your maleceptor design, & even unpainted it's easily the centerpiece of my army.

[@WhatThe40k]

I'm happy to hear that (Regarding the maleceptor that is)! 😅

[@wolfgangrecordings]

great conversions man, however i maybe would've gone with a hammerhead-style head carapace to really cement the rex look

[@WhatThe40k]

Great idea!

[@wolfgangrecordings]

@@WhatThe40k i only thought of that when i saw the rex-zilla from peacewalker again. pretty sure no man's sky also had some hammerheaded alien fauna in its ...i wanna say launch video? or am i thinking of horizon zero dawn maybe? cool aesthetic anyway, hammerhead sharks are awesome

[@StevenWolf275]

Pretty spectacular

[@Dreadguard]

Hmmm. Hive fleet Gengar combatting chaos with the Imperium?

[@fildwebble2424]

Can't lie, The metal gear tyrannofex is Really cool and a fantastic centrepiece! But that Zerg Queen Tervigon is brilliant! I may very well steal that idea and try my hand at making one myself

[@WhatThe40k]

Have at it! Spread the mutation through the Hive Mind✊

[@chicago928]

Hot damn! Them some spooky bugs

[@mmjsfca]

Great work

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks

[@roborogue_]

these are awesome

[@darkkarsia8579]

I love your gear rex tyranno im trying to get into warhammer 40k i have tts and majorkill to thank for that but i honestly don't know where to start

[@WhatThe40k]

Thanks! Well I'd say start small, GW have a range of boxes called combat patrols which are for getting started. I'd say, choose an army you enjoy regardless of rules. Though if you're averse to hobbying some armies are more friendly than others.

[@darkkarsia8579]

@@WhatThe40k I already have a army in mind a loyalist successor chapter of the luna wolves

[@WhatThe40k]

@@darkkarsia8579 sounds pretty rad. I'd start with the space marines combat patrol as an entry point. Apparently, GW has made combat patrol its own game mode. Where all the CP boxes have unique rules to balance them against each other. If you want to expand from there good deals for Space marines would include the Space Marine half of the new Leviathan box and any of the 9th edition starter boxes featuring Space Marines and Necrons.

[@darkkarsia8579]

@@WhatThe40k I will thanks for the advice

[@CMTechnica]

Seeing your conversions and knowing my fiancé doesn’t like some of the more specialized Tyranid units, I’m definitely sending her the link to this video. Job well done.

[@alienicarus]

I'm amateur but this is the kind of stuff I want to do with my Tyranids.

[@galling2052]

great stuff!

[@ehpilgrim]

I wonder what the imperium's take on a metal gear would be like or an armored Core

[@Lord_Brownie]

The giant gun-chicken is acceptable

[@ohboyitsnate35]

Now. A bio titan conversion

[@gabecollins1641]

Just got into warhammer and was going to make a tyranid army with those colors and concept just not the same name till I saw this. Would you be ok with me just making an army based around your fleet and just give you credit for the idea when people ask? If not that’s ok and I’ll come up with something else

[@WhatThe40k]

Bruh, I'd be honoured. Spread Hive Fleet Gengar across the galaxy✊

[@nixlsanchez8151]

I wanted there to be a haunter based neurothrope

[@jiado6893]

I really prefer Tyranid designs that mix dinosaurian and mammalian designs. It's why I'm not a fan of that new Biovore. But I really dig your Maleceptor looking like a Trilobite.