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[@stickon2]

What is this silver helmet color? It looks awesome.

[@Miniac]

Molotow Chrome: geni.us/uzyiB

[@thomw6387]

thx for asking

[@klug5916]

the same, the siler/chrome is really catching the light and attracting the eye

[@CarvingMonkeysReus]

man such a great video this is top tier quality content@@Miniac

[@ricardorampone1737]

Came here to ask the same question. Awesome xenos filth you have there.

[@quitamgogh]

Huge upgrade on your previous scheme Scott. Very unique and thematic. Love the new desert dhrukari!

[@PleasantKenobi]

This video was fantastic. The scheme got a huge upshift, I loved seeing your methodology, and the sense of personal perspective as to why you were making them. Thanks for making this. Super high quality.

[@longrdp]

Love seeing the fluid trouble-shooting and hunting out solutions for the conversion work. The focus pulls were a lot of fun too!

[@carterbenton2399]

Dude these look soooo good. I can’t wait to see the future of this project!

[@adammotter]

These kinds of videos are honestly my favorite. I'm pretty new to the hobby so I don't even know what other kits and bits are out there. I can say though that I've put off building my Desolation Squad because I dislike the look so much, but I haven't figured out a way to change those guys yet. Hopefully over time I'll start to have a better spare bits collection to pull from...

[@Lipo69]

Damn, this how a peak painting video should look like! Kitbashing, paiting schemes, music, camera work, editing, interesting topic. I tip my hat Miniac.

[@shockman568]

Happy to see you working on your Dark eldar again! Loved the conversions.

[@mortpunch]

Scott. I've been following your podcast with Jon, trapped under plastic, and listened to how you feel like you've been in a bit of a views rut on the channel. This video feels like a return to why, I at least, started following you in the first place. This is a hit!

[@beetle5000]

They look phenomenal, loved the chrome domes too 👌

[@bluething3D]

My biggest problem is the rules, and the price... and the poor business ethics, and the abuse of copyright law... what were we talking about again?

[@PrzybyszzMatplanety]

It took me some time to realize that GW isn't a game company anymore (didn't the fire whole rules designer team?), but only model/miniature company. So games and rules aren't of any concern to them, they're just minor addition to main source of income. One reason less to be interested. Unfortunately wargaming hobby has the same problem as RPG hobby - tons of people think one game/company is everything. Lots of people think D&D = RPG and refuse - or are unable to - to look elsewhere. Wargaming community has the same issue with GW/Warhammer.

[@severnworldsminis-ul6ou]

Scott, I f****** love this video on so many levels, I love your openness and honesty on your last work, I love your approach to your new work, this feels like a Miniac video from 2 ish years ago when I first found you and I feel your passion for the hobby again more than ever, and yes Scott, lastly, I love you!

[@xcomboy666]

It's kind of expected that my modeling skills would continue to improve from watching so many talented painters on KZbin, but so have yours. These Desert Dhrukari conversions were scrupulously thought out and brilliantly executed. You nailed it.

[@Miniac]

Thank you!!

[@njkf]

What is that chrome silver metallic paint used for the helmet visor?

[@Miniac]

Molotow Liquid Chrome: geni.us/uzyiB

[@usachev2010]

"I couldn't finish my 40k army because it took too long. So I decided to solve the problem by converting every single model with sculpting and custom bits, including troops!". Wow this person

[@Miniac]

That quote is incorrect. Wow this person

[@AshandStoneNZ]

They look flipping good Scott! You adapted and overcame, but a quick sculpting tip if you'll allow me, rub the tools on your nose! The oil on your nose is the perfect lubricant to stop the putty from sticking to your tools! And it's right there!

[@evocatusgrove824]

I have to say, this is one of your stronger videos. Well done. Pacing was solid

[@RedauserArtcore]

"Maybe it's too big, but I think it works pretty well" - I wish I could say that too!

[@cras9450]

Gorgeous, seamless results - that first model looks like what I'd expect from a 10e refresh of the whole Kabalite kit.

[@Drizzle480]

5:25 Scott puts the lotion on his skin or else he gets the hose again.

[@Narcian150]

With this video starting out on: "I want to enjoy my dark eldar army, so I found a way to tediously kitbash 120 legs," I was honestly facepalming. Glad that turned around. the colour scheme is amazing and the Delf with the chrome dome looks so badass!

[@3Xero3]

Dark Eldar were my first army ever after the range refresh (I think back in 4th or 5th ed). I was VERY thrilled with building them, the thinner bits were very easy to repose and mod. I found some similarly creepy models from other brands to kitbash with. I had no clue what I was doing or if the models I was making were even going to be legal to play. WYSIWIG be damned!!! I even converted an Eldar Wraithlord to the dark side, adding a bunch of spikes and chains. Come to find the Dark Eldar don't have their own version of a Wraithlord (dammit) but I played it as counting as a pain engine instead. Got my ass kicked a lot because back then it wasn't cool to teach the new guy how to play and everyone expected you to know the rules for every army in your head I guess??? Sadly I shelved my DE army and took a very long break away from 40K. Perhaps it is time to do a similar re-visit to my creepy little BDSM elves and re-learn their new rules and give them a new paint job.

[@LordofSeals]

In love with how your converted Drukhari look! I admire the journey, and your commitment to this army after 2 years Your army represents the hobby to me, exploring a space in the grim dark or fantasy universe and making it your own great work Scott!

[@nocturnowl_0100]

Miniac hobby montage with sick jams playing; this feel like Scott has his inspiration flowing!

[@WiredCurrent]

DAMNIT SCOTT .. I have a final to study for I don't have time for your fantastic videos! Why do you do this to me!!!!???

[@ElNick09]

That paint scheme looks absolutely AWESOME.

[@rhammitt88]

Music choice was on point this video Scott! Gave it a Grim dark Firefly feel!

[@halfcrafted]

Wow what an improvement! I think what you said at the end of the video is incredibly important, finding your own happy place in the hobby and finding a comfortable way to get to where you want to be is what the hobby is all about! For me at least. Great video Scott

[@darkgeargaming1564]

Those things on the side of knees is part of the poleyn. It's there to protect from blows to the knees. The little side wings make attacks ineffective unless their from the direct back.

[@bombboy575]

Awesome conversions! Sidenote: You turned me on to Splasher with the song in this video, so thanks for that they rock so hard.

[@cloudboar6141]

Love the videography, with the range of shots and camera angles..Great stuff.

[@B.Clarke101]

Love the conversion work, the scheme, the videography, everything really, to the point where you now got me keen on D Eldar where I wasnt previously. Seriously cathartic to see someone catalogue the journey from a project they weren't entirely happy with, to a place where that fire has been lit again 😊 Ahhhhhh its so good to have hobby content that isnt Leviathan finally! Was like I forgot the taste of fresh water, the sound of wind through the trees, or the smell of tendies cooking in the fryer 🥲

[@HappyHappyJoyJoy658]

Jay from Aeons just did a little wee, he snuck in "Piratical" 😂

[@FathersFigures]

Brilliant work! The new color scheme is incredible and your insights into your creative process are really cool.

[@MekBoooooi]

Ive always felt this way about Tau. As a mech fan I've always wanted the army. But I hate their heads and legs. My solution is to kitbash with other ranges and repose them to look unique! My Crisis suits have their hands in front of their chest which makes a hunchback look, they also have their chosen Drone hover where their head would have been with magnets! Super cool and I'm gonna keep making them look different! ALSO! My lore is that they're mercenaries and each have their own custom suit so I can have the freedom of making them all look different and their own schemes!

[@oliverjones5794]

Came for the clickbait, stayed for the sick conversions, nice work dude!

[@nadukkerensky392]

fantastic , ive never felt like Dhrukari matched their description , your conversions hit the theme spot on and the new scheme is dope dark eldar have always been the mad max equivalent of eldar for me, i feel that their tech base should have that visible eldar lineage but more dangerous and scrappy would it be possible to snip the existing warrior legs at the hip joints and repose them and fix or hide the seam ? ... ,could be a way to scale the project better with 10th being very fun to play and having cleaned up rules, you picked a great time to get back on this project id love to see more progress on this in future videos

[@shadergod]

I concur whole-heartedly about the helmets. Love the playstyle. Love the lore. But those helmets, man! Basically the same with vanilla Eldar, too. "Hi! We're Beldar and Prymatt Conehead!"

[@verigone2677]

I use Patroleum Jelly instead of lotion, more neutral and I also like to use it to lubricate various hobby tools while I am working and in a pinch it makes a passable Flux for soldering.

[@liruichen]

Great sculpting, very careful and beautiful

[@KarhsXII]

i LOVE the look of the smooth silver helmet! guy-manuel de homem-christo has never been so intimidating

[@lat1n0_h0t]

Bro that molotow chrome is killing it on the helmet, gives it a" one way mirrior visor" look instead of the typical metallic helmet you see others attempt. Also glad you showed your dissatisfaction with the original scheme, giving ppl the confidence to change the schemes if the originals just aren't vibing. Good stuff

[@whittaker007]

Nicely done, your sculpting really adds a lot and is a big improvement on the old dhrukari designs. I watched TUP yesterday and thought the domed helmet was some of the best NMM I've seen, but now I see it's actually a super reflective metallic. What is that, Molotov Chrome? The bounce lights and reflections are way beyond what I'm used to seeing from a metallic paint.

[@Miniac]

Molotow!

[@Casmael01]

Really enjoyed this video man - love the new scheme and would really like to see more of your adventures into this army x

[@a.wilson4809]

Those are some amazing conversions. Great to see you working on these guys again and thanks for sharing your progress with such high quality production value! I hope you manage to realise your vision with this force and hopefully we'll get to share in that with you! Was the speed paint you showed the shade for the armour panels? It made some really interesting shadows.

[@Miniac]

Boney Matter was applied with an airbrush for some general shading, and then I used some brown/yellow acrylic paint to paint in recess shades. I would do something simpler for an actual army scheme.

[@dustpunkminiatures]

MORE KITBASH/CONVERSION CONTENT SCOTT

[@capKidProductions]

Love the change to content, I know it’s not that much different to like a couple months ago but it feels that little bit more person and like a journey (sorta like miscast but more Scott) love it man 🤙

[@jonesrichardmr]

When you were filing the knee, and it pinging out of your hands... I feel from that one thing, you represent me now, lol.

[@simonfoster1317]

Top 5 fave vids from you easily, incredible stuff! So satisfying to watch you kitbash, create a scheme, and execute, all in one video

[@wideboyrob]

Top vid Scott. I could watch conversion and painting all day

[@joaoleong522]

i love the dark eldar; i saw it first release and i love the karbalite warriors. i am not sure i like the wracks or the witches, but karbalite are great. i sprayed my bone white. it been couple of years, i think next i will give it a wash of orange brown, then wipe most of the wash to give it a "dirty" and worn look..

[@Baatosanabe]

Damn dude, you definitely went far and above to make your paint job and your army significantly yours. Much respect.

[@mattcooper1664]

Mate (yep in the UK). Mate, I've been watching you for years. You're always thoughtful, intelligent and amusing. You reflect on what you do and share it with us. I respect you and your body of work. You have the courage and chutzpah to talk about non-GW games (more Guildball reports please), cover more emotional aspects of the hobby and have shared your journey along the way. I salute you So I hope you don't mind me reminding you that it's all blah-blah-blah as soon as you mash a couple of increasingly expensive kits together to make something that the people who couldn't afford either kit can't have

[@davidhills7986]

Nick is a legend. Highly recommend mixing your milliput with apoxie sculpt.

[@NathanLazyBear]

Right on, great video sharing a new and interesting way to Dark eldar.

[@vincentjackson3472]

Damn they look cool! Love the upgraded scheme! And the conversions are too notch!

[@CCMinis]

Cant wait to see 3 blocks of 30 of these bad bois Scott! They look siiiiick

[@Miniac]

settttllleee doowwwnnnnn

[@CCMinis]

@@Miniac horde army say whaaat?

[@richardebourne6332]

The scheme is definitely desert dark eldar and I like the narrative around that. Really pleased you have something that fits the theme and that you like to paint. I have some old dark eldar still knocking around, inc asdrubael and the og lelith, plus a few kitbashed jetbikes. Never settled on a scheme tho and then drifted out of the hobby. Am back painting now and sculpting too, working up a white scar successor chapter (leopard themed). This video does give me some ideas to paint up my dark eldar old boys tho.... Keep up the inspiring work!

[@gtcustomcrafts]

dang my guy, the content was fantastic but lets talk about how solid the video itself was. clean af transitions with the baller b roll and everything!

[@beastnbrews477]

The middle chrome dome, gives saurdakar vibes. This may have been one of the best, if not the best cut and filmed yutube video I have ever seen.

[@Miniac]

That's a very kind comment, means a lot

[@Josh-bn6lz]

I think my biggest take away is to just have fun and do you. Whatever that may be. Maybe you like replicating box art or you have Dune on repeat in the background and the inspiration bug hits ya. This is a hobby that you devote your limited time and resources to. Make it worth it! Thanks Scott for always being your authentic self!

[@davidwasilewski]

Great conversions! My Drukhari paint scheme is based on the visuals of ‘what if a futuristic army supplied by Ferrari went to war?’ I’ve done my army in a black and yellow scheme. I’ve used gloss yacht varnish over the black and yellow to give a deep gloss finish to the armour on all the infantry and vehicles.

[@Miniac]

I've always wanted to try automotive finish on a figure, like how a scale modeler would paint a race car.

[@davidwasilewski]

@@Miniac yes. That’s exactly the look I went for. I bought a tin of yacht varnish and did three coats to achieve a super high gloss finish. But only on the black and yellow armour plates.

[@havelock1982]

Oh man, listing the time for your scheme and how to improve on that, starts kitbashing a unique model. Love you Scott!

[@grumbo8634]

Love the new scheme man 👍 More people should put in the extra effort into converting and kitbashing their models and coming up with their own schemes It's the funnest and most important part of the hobby for me !

[@R0CKFUCKR0LL]

Brilliant conversions and scheme

[@AviOfTheAbyss]

The knee-axe-wingdinger-things are actually also present on plate armour (though usually they look a tad different), they're for extra protection of the joint.

[@cakalafatides]

Great video, as always. Just wanted to say: Nice keyboard! I'm a keyboard enthusiast myself, and I couldn't help but notice that those keycaps are super clean.

[@Miniac]

Thank you for noticing! I do try to keep it pretty clean.

[@aegishjalmur123]

They look great

[@elfmastercool4734]

The naff helmets and the power stances of those old models was the reason I ruled out Eldar when I was originally choosing my faction.

[@brammo1991]

Solid work, these dudes look really good. But damn, sculpting 50 or so legs must be one hell of a chore.

[@kellykuciemba6789]

Fantastic video, and insight into your process right now. The new models blend in fine with the finished army. Are you going to leave them? Come back to them later, maybe? When coming back to a project I frequently wrestle with this subject. Even with test models, squad or complete units painted up. When you have the majority left to paint, and you genuinely dislike the original scheme, sometimes you have to bite the bullet. On top of the color scheme change, you've decided to modify some of your models. Very cool results, and certainly personalizing your army is important. Thes are definitely speed bumps in getting to the table. I have a painted army and haven't played 10th yet! Good luck on getting the army to the table, you will really enjoy the satisfaction of playing with the cool af minis you spent all this time working on!

[@Miniac]

I think im going to try to rope in the previous 2 yellow schemes every now and then to make the whole army a mix.

[@gordonfreeman1700]

The shared pain of trying ot paint an army is my favorite YT content. Thanks Miniac!

[@aberodriguez4149]

This truly is a work of love, these guys may have a common evolution from the planet Remulak. A race of Coneheads known to consume mass quantities of food and kill a six pack of beer in one short mass consumption lunch break. Awesome kit bashing very informative.

[@michaeljames1334]

have been looking forward to this video after hearing you talk about it on the podcase.

[@henrikwannheden7114]

That chrome dome is awesome! …as a craftworld lover, I've never seen a drukhari scheme that I liked, but I like yours. They feel more like some Mad Max inspired corsairs though which might be exactly what you're going for.

[@Axiom125]

Awesome work, I typically have no interest in this army but the one you did with the round helm reloading the pistol looks so amazing! Would just be a cool mini to build/paint to have around.

[@carlstanford7607]

These look pretty great. Would look amazing as an army

[@IBPaintsppp-wt5ou]

Totally agree with the drukhari helmets. Drukhari is my one and only, faction but I swapped all my kabalite helmets with heads w/ faces. That's really cool to go hard in the sculpting and modifying to the Corsairs to turn them more Drukhari, I kept mine as is.

[@amoryburgess]

Nice, I love the functional taupe…very much Dune vibes. And the splashes of teal and yellow heraldry are great. Keep that momentum up!

[@Dr_Evil_Prime]

Smashed this video mate, great to see some sculpting.

[@mitch3384]

It's strange, the original yellow/tan scheme doesn't really pop, it's not very striking. But it's still very pleasing to look at when you get close up in the first 10 seconds of the video. For a group of desert warriors, this is more function over form.

[@artistpoet5253]

See, now I want to print a bunch of eggplants and head swap a bunch of Dark Eldar.

[@theticksquad8218]

In the lore of these Drukari, those ankle bracelets should be given to those who survive "Dark Eldar Summer Camp" (the worst place in the universe) as a sign of superiority.

[@Miniac]

hahahahaha YES. The lore of Dark Eldar Summer Camp grows.

[@8vius]

It looks very much like the paint scheme I painted a friend's Drukhari many years ago, love it.

[@TheHobbyCollab]

It was really helpful to see your process!

[@bitzbox]

I absolutely love the new scheme you came up with

[@chrislee7704]

Love this and that your set is freling like your original one

[@MonstrousPigments]

Awesome shoutout to Modern Synthesist, and great video!

[@JoshNoodleSoup]

Looks great, Scott!

[@sitasama]

so cool how you do them. nice job

[@Daves.miniFX]

Love me some heavy conversions! Very satisfying vid to watch😊

[@whofreakincares1000]

One of my favorite vids Scott. Your doing great man

[@byronwingate664]

Dig that Khaki and Yellow scheme! Nice Conversions

[@user-ev1kp4ho2c]

Sick scheme! I love the teal popping against the yellow. The khaki armour is also super cool!

[@rodagoose]

I love the desert paint scheme you came up with there! I think I'm gonna try to copy it for this "combat patrol" box of Adeptus Mechanicus I just picked up.

[@EricaBlades]

I liked the editing of this video, nice! I think a full army painted with that scheme would be dummy gorgeous on the tabletop or even to display.

[@jakublhotan9029]

Thank you so much! Every video about Drukhari is like a goblet of tears for the Archon ❤

[@Waaghstompa]

"It's taken me too long to paint my army, so I decided to resculpt the army basically from scratch" is a wild direction to go.

[@Miniac]

"it's taken me too long" was not the issue. Not trying at all isn't "taking too long". That's more "I'm not interested" so, I made it interesting.

[@CrazyMakerNerd]

For the legs of more, why not do a few sculpts you really like, then cast some in resin? Or 3D scan them and print them. Keep it up Scott!

[@Miniac]

definite possibility!

[@thelazerbunny7905]

You are 100% my fav mini KZbinr your amazing point one and really entertaining and same sense of humour