The Star Wars Legion Republic AT-RT: Step-by-Step

[@deanjans3259]

I'm like yourself Jon, I don't play the game and have no desire to either. I buy and build these kits because I love to build Star Wars models and FFG are producing kits of subjects that have never been kitted. The kits well detailed and fit together well and good fun to build. So anytime they produce a kit I don't have, I grab one. I'm currently waiting on a Wookee Flyer and Dwarf Spider droid to arrive that I've ordered.

[@JonBius]

They are fun, aren't they? Those will be great kits to build and paint - have fun with them! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Arnie_DK]

First appearance was on Kashyyyk after Order 66, in Revenge of the Sith :)

[@JonBius]

Oh yeah! I'd forgotten about that! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@joewalsh1031]

Look out for that ostrich! great video, I just got this model for an xmas present and your tips are really really helpful. Hope mine turns out 1/2 as good as yours did!

[@JonBius]

Glad it was helpful, and thanks for your kind words! Have fun with your build!!

[@waynepeters1969]

Look out for that ostrich!! Great work as always Jon.

[@JonBius]

Thank you so much - I am grateful!

[@petermerz2704]

Just as good the second time around! Look out for that Ostrich! Picked up a few more pointers. Thanks again for sharing Jon!

[@JonBius]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I am so very grateful for it!

[@ThePigeon5734]

My friend has picked up some Warhammer models that he's too terrified to commit to painting, and I told that if he likes, I'll pick up the AT-RT and try to learn with him, so this kind of thing could really help.

[@JonBius]

That sounds like a great project together! What a great way to help your friend out. Show him a few of videos, and tell him "Look, if this idiot can do it, anyone can!" 🤣 Thanks for watching and commenting - happy day to you friend!

[@coach3467]

Look out for that ostrich!! Well done. Great content.

[@JonBius]

Thanks so much! I am glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for watching and commenting!

[@kprosales13]

Thank you for another helpful & fun video. It's really encouraging to sit at my workbench and paint. And.... Look out for that ostrich!!! LOL..

[@JonBius]

Thanks very much! I'm so glad you found it enjoyable. Thanks for watching and commenting. And I will watch out! ;)

[@jmilesmusicman]

John, I love your stuff! I’ve learned so much about painting realistic figures from you, so THANKS. Now all I have to do is look out for that battle ostrich over there! MTFBWY!

[@JonBius]

Thank you so much! I am so grateful to hear that the videos have been helpful. Now if we can just avoid the ostriches! LOL

[@MakingModels]

They are Excellent... great result.. and look out for that Ostrich.. lol

[@JonBius]

Thanks so much - I am grateful! I'm keeping my eyes open... those can be some wily critters! LOL

[@adamlangley5731]

I assembled mine last night I was looking for videos on painting it yeah it was that was fun lol

[@jedidiahphoenixbrother6784]

I picked this up for my first ever figure painting and will probably start on it this winter after I acquire all the materials I need. Very excited to start on it! My only question about the tutorial is what type or brand of primer did you use? Thanks and look out for that ostrich!

[@JonBius]

I generally use Tamiya, Citadel, or Vallejo rattle can primers, or Badger's Stynylrez through an airbrush. I don't actually recall what I used on this one. You may want to watch a video I did about priming, and it can give you some ideas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2TVdp-EZdOKgNE The key point is you definitely want to prime, and I recommend modeling specific primers. You can't go wrong with Tamiya rattle can primers if you get down to it. Have fun with the project - it's a great kit! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jedidiahphoenixbrother6784]

@@JonBius I certainly will, thanks!

[@mark3208]

Look out for that ostrich! Love the video

[@JonBius]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. :D

[@sketchyguynv]

How do you protect the “dust”? always look out for that ostrich

[@JonBius]

There are several ways to do that, though as is usually the case, there are some caveats. Pigment fixer can be used, but it may change the look, color, and/or texture of any pigments. If that's accounted for in application, it works great. Clear overcoats can fix pigments in place, but they can have the same caveat - because they are liquid, even if just a fine mist, they can alter the pigments. but they do lock them in place. Just leaving them as they are is also an option. If they're not placed on a model in great quantities so they're blowing about, they will generally stay in place if not moved about. However, any excessive movement, or any handling, can result in some loss or movement of the pigments. But, if set on the shelf for display and not touched, they retain the look they had when originally placed. I've used all three methods, depending on the situation. It's definitely a good place for experimenting with it a bit, and seeing the results of the methods listed above. HTH - thanks for watching and commenting!

[@MrRoyalfalconer]

Struth mate, watch out for that funny looking Emu!!

[@JonBius]

Ha! Yeah, it could be that too! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jhoodfysh]

Hey Jon, that was a good video, but you better watch out for that ostrich - although they are tasty !!

[@JonBius]

You got that right! And they can yield some BIIIIIG omelets! :D Thanks John!

[@ghorlacher]

cathopreicon 7 months ago look out for that ostritch - lol, I don't see any where I live!

[@JonBius]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@leeboyd1128]

Another great video. Give my best to "Ethel". 😆

[@JonBius]

Hahahaha! Will do! Thanks so much for your kind words, and for watching and commenting. I am grateful!

[@marksands6380]

Look out for that ostrich, she's packin' heat!

[@JonBius]

And they'll use it too! LOL Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@BoomsterJoe]

OMG look out for that ostrich!!!!1 😆

[@JonBius]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@cathopreicon]

look out for that ostritch!

[@JonBius]

He'll get you! 🤣 Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@gamingfine778]

Look out for that ostrich!!!

[@JonBius]

He's a wily one! :) Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@MX5Fanatic]

Look out for that ostrich!

[@JonBius]

Haha! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@KBzDoofus]

Something about a big ol bird.

[@JonBius]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@adamlangley5731]

The download instructions are no different

[@JonBius]

Yeah, I saw that later! Oh well... at least it's simple enough to figure out. But it would be nice to have more comprehensive instructions. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@docholliday7777]

You're showing your age I wonder how many people get that don't look Ethel reference. Sad to say I get it

[@JonBius]

Yeah, it definitely gives away my age! 😊 Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@steveford6897]

Beware the eggs that ostrich lays!

[@JonBius]

That would be quite a big Easter egg to decorate wouldn't it? :) Thanks for wathcing and commenting!

[@apcotdaniel9707]

WHERE DA OSTRICH

[@JonBius]

😂 Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@kennym2035]

Look out for that ostrich it’s a small one don’t step on it

[@JonBius]

Haha! 😁 Thanks for watching and commenting!