How To Convert Your Judiciar Into An Emperors Champion

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Thank you for joining me in another conversion, this was a great opportunity to reproduce one of my favorite models from my childhood. If you enjoyed the guide, please consider supporting me by using my Firestorm Games affiliates link: www.firestormgames.co.uk/?aff=5e3c31a8c2143

[@jg-jh3nt]

amazing job. this model and mortarion are the 2 things that made me interested in starting this hobby recently

[@Bobamelius]

I like how the Judiciar is used to make everything except the Judiciar

[@scarfblade5884]

Is the Judiciar bad?

[@legokid1902]

@@scarfblade5884 Not a bad model, it's just an outstandingly good kit for kitbashing

[@EverianKalim]

Models Good apart from the Head. Rules arnt great.

[@rendurai]

@@EverianKalim Yeah the head is kinda crappy.

[@1gunsalute101]

@@EverianKalim The head is actually great imo, but it needs a hood.

[@buckarooben7635]

Despite the Ultramarines on the front of the box, Indomitus screams Black Templars.

[@SourTheGamer]

Or Dark Angels. I'm 100% a BT player but I could imagine a DA player having a whale of a time with that box

[@HeadHunterSix]

I picked up this set, traded the Necrons for another Marine half, and assigned the Eradicators to my Imperial Fists and the Outriders to my Raptors. After putting together my new Fists army list I realized I hadn't used most of the new models. Turns out I have enough to easily build a 1000 point/50 power melee army and between their abilities and as fellow sons of Dorn, Templars made the most sense. This conversion will be the icing on the cake.

[@lonecolamarine]

Aye

[@euansmith3699]

The conversion of the Time-Turner hand is really cool; and it frees up the hourglass to go on the of a staff for a Librarian.

[@davedogge2280]

I heard a rumor that Vin Diesel plays Black Templars. He apparently even popped into the London Tottenham Court Rd. GW Store once.

[@davedogge2280]

@Dark Madbat No Richard Gere plays Skaven.

[@jasonmolenaar119]

I heard that he played Blood Angels

[@Dudenob123]

well Super man collects custodes. he posted that on Instagram

[@thedyingmeme6]

@@Dudenob123 lmao i chose the right Imperium troops then Xd

[@pummcrisp]

@@davedogge2280 💀

[@andrewmiller3379]

Awesome looking mini! I’m looking forward to seeing more Primaris Black Templar models from GW. The Judicar mini is made to be an Emperor’s Champion, in my opinion. Thanks for the tutorial, I’ll definite be using some of your tips and tricks to create my own Emperor’s Champion.

[@yashabreslove8276]

This boutta blow up again, since the resculpt. Great conversion work as always, mate!

[@ZEK.0]

can you make a video on how to covert inquisitors? just some ideas would be cool!

[@chrishomenuk15]

Yes please 🙏

[@The_Captain40k]

and the retinue!

[@richardharrison4762]

Oh, great idea! Even a current Inquisitor miniature converted into a specific Ordo!

[@ZEK.0]

@@richardharrison4762 yeah!

[@superthrowdown1]

Ooooh yes ordo chronos!

[@johnkelley9877]

THis was a very interesting conversion. The finished model looks great! Thanks for sharing this.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

My pleasure!

[@paulofreire7520]

Awesome job! That’s an outstanding model. I actually held my breath when you went for that cut to get the edge on the sword. That was masterclass. Great tribute to the old emperor’s champion model 👍🏻

[@sim.frischh9781]

As far as i remember about the Black Templars and the Champion, the "Armour of Faith" is merely the best armour in stock when the Champion reveals himself. So this leaves quite a lot open to interpretation and freedom to variate. Yay Liberty!

[@Xyxle410]

I like that huge berserk sword he got

[@peytonibarra8992]

Getting my Indomitus box later this week, already planning on running BT and doing this conversion. Wish me luck!

[@PointyPaints]

this is crazy, I am converting my very own right now, 99% the same as this! Now i can see what the end result would be. Nice!

[@Aarongeddon]

I got ahold of plastic magic glue because of your videos and it's made one of the biggest changes to my hobby work since swapping to a wet palette lol the brush is amazingly easier to use

[@abramnotabraham2253]

That is a gorgeous paint job over a fantastic conversion. Really makes me want a templar force...

[@CMTechnica]

Honestly, better looking that the newer champion model

[@kattkatt6961]

Honestly this is such an amazing and simple conversion that leads to such a beautiful model.

[@lordcorporal4247]

Thanks!

[@SellerWellers]

Yeh I think this is better than the new model IMO

[@poppyappletree1400]

My biggest gripe about this is actually the lack of a second shoulder pad on the right arm. :p

[@PeteTheWargamer]

It's a problem with the original Judiciar kit unfortunately. Without swapping out the blade or tweaking the hand position I wouldn't have been able to attach on to it.

[@MurderHoboRPG]

@@PeteTheWargamer dremel

[@PeteTheWargamer]

@@MurderHoboRPG to cut the shoulder away? It wouldn't have looked right, the shoulder pad would have ended up sitting too flat against the shoulder and will have lost that bulky look

[@MurderHoboRPG]

@@PeteTheWargamer procreate or greenstuff.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

@@MurderHoboRPG My point wasn't that it couldn't be done, its just that it's not possible to add the pauldron without making a good number of adjustments. It was something I felt that the pay off wasn't worth the extra effort that needed to be put into achieving it.

[@sands201]

It’s funny that he made all these Black Templar Kit Bashing videos to update the models when the real updates were right around the corner.

[@GentlemanBystander]

Great job and a great walkthrough, the focal length you have your camera set at is perfect, great detail of showing us what you're doing.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

I've adjusted it a bit recently to get a little closer to where I'm working. The auto-focus is a little trickier to maintain now but I think I've got the hang of it now.

[@williamfawkes8379]

This is just wonderful. The judiciar is one of the coolest models, and it became a perfect emperor's champion. With a point on the sword, he can't be Severian anymore, though. That reference may be a bit too old, but it's a great set of books.

[@vaniellys]

I think I am addicted to your convertion videos. I keep watching them and it seem it's never enough.

[@MisterD90x]

i converted mine to be a bit more salamander-y.. with dragon skull marine helmet 3d printed and a deathwatch thunderhammer, might put some scales on the cloak bottom, grinded out the left pad to stick on the right shoulder and then put a 3d printed salamander pad i made ;) looks alright

[@Therealblacktux]

MisterD90 Gaming fellow salamander player, can i see a pic?

[@MisterD90x]

@@Therealblacktux am at work at the moment but ill upload it somewhere, I'm part of the 40k salamanders FB page, you'll see it on there :)

[@Therealblacktux]

MisterD90 Gaming ooh! Please send me a link, I’d love to see it

[@ZEK.0]

Agreed, would love to see it!

[@ronengaming]

Currently working on editing the Judiciar for use as a Stormcast hero in Age of Sigmar. Was really interesting to see what you've done with the same base model as I'm working on.

[@Ronenkoful]

The patina effect on the leather is really excellent

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Glad you like it!

[@bobskywalker2707]

Beautiful looking model! Once they come out with an easier to get version of this model, I'll certainly be trying this out!

[@scenczyk1429]

I can recall seeing a conversion when the black templar kits first came out i think it was maybe 2006/7/8 or I'm WAY off. Someone attached a round shield fo the left hand of the emperors champion (when it was recent) model and it was SUCH an effective change Also some beautiful carnifex conversions in an issue of white dwarf. The big one that sticks with me was a carnifex on a wall bearing down on some unwitting space marines

[@mattsteele7681]

I remember buying the emperor's champion when it first came out and had rules for including in any sm army. I repositioned the sword arm a bit and added a blank chaos shield from the fantasy line. So he is standing there pointing his sword at his next target. Wish I had bought all three kits at the time gods I love metal minis.

[@rpktoday]

absolutely dying for this painting tutorial!

[@Константин-й7й]

In your hands, the job seems simple. But this is a very misleading impression. Thanks for the new guide.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

This was probably one of my more simpler conversions, very little cutting or trimming is required beyond the blade tip. I would really encourage you to give it a go, or at least try out the techniques on some spare models. You'd be surprised at how much you can achieve.

[@UntiltedName]

Most conversion requires basic problem solving like this. It's pretty fun. Measure twice and cut once. Always dry fit first.

[@dallathedark]

Does this model not have a pauldron on the right side?

[@PeteTheWargamer]

@@dallathedark the Judiciar does not come with a right pauldron and you couldn't fit one on either

[@Gumby777]

@@UntiltedName Blue Tac is your best friend for projects like this. I usually take a few days to get them to a level I am happy with, this involves making the mini then letting it sit on my desk for contemplation time. Rinse repeat that over a few days until I am ready to glue and paint.

[@Paranormal-Stupidity]

This is my favourite of all of your conversions. I think I'm going to give the one a go. Thanks for sharing!

[@UHCredhead]

I think a mk3 helmet and backpack would look ace on that mini, turned really well! Great job pete

[@PeteTheWargamer]

I've used Mk3 parts in my previous BT conversions and they work very well

[@darkdestiny9106]

I think the only criticism I had is to snip the chain on the left wrist to "straighten" it so it looks a little less pressed against the robes since it could snap over time. But seeing it like that gives it the illusion of it swaying as he walked too. I'm torn. Conversion looks amazing!

[@DtLS]

Converting the Judiciar to a Primaris Emperor's Champion was one of the first things I thought of when I saw the model. I however would use one of the pointing hands from either of the Captain models to make him issuing a challenge.

[@markduffy4096]

Pete The Wargamer thats amazing, going to do it for my Dark Angel army - i will just use a different head (FW Dark Angel one)

[@bakanekosan8324]

This specific model used to create a Dark Angel Interogator Chapelin would be amazing ! I hope GW will release a stand alone kit for it !

[@mattsteele7681]

Very nice the coat looks great truly a unique champion

[@balkenkreuz2063]

Once again, this is an awesome tutorial for a relatively simple and easy conversion. The only minor change I could make would be attaching a bolt pistol hand instead of the original hand without the hourglass.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

That could work nicely, although you'd need to maybe add a little green stuff so that the hand still still looked gloved rather than the normal armored hand.

[@balkenkreuz2063]

Hmmm... I didn't think about that small detail. 🤔

[@annoyedzebra6362]

Wow, you converted my favourite new model into my favourite old model

[@citizenkane2836]

Love it, will try it soon !

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Please do!

[@TonyE727]

Perfect. This is what i was waiting for before i built all the new stuff

[@chrishomenuk15]

Amazing job again Pete..... looks simply amazing 👏

[@rathenn6959]

Looks amazing, great conversion.

[@Sabamonster]

Gotta say, I'm super surprised you didn't put a chain connecting his weapon to his arm. As always though; great conversion and video.

[@Fredericco1]

Nice one. I love this conversion.

[@tjdoc143]

Awesome work as always, I’ve got a massive BT army and love making different models to represent the EC. One thing I saw with this conversion, and it’s probably due to the sculpt, where’s the right(sword arm) shoulder pad?

[@PeteTheWargamer]

It's missing from the original Judiciar sculpt and unfortunately, without quite a bit of tweaking of the blade hand, you're unable to add a shoulder pad to it

[@tjdoc143]

Pete The Wargamer maybe the thought behind it is, “this stupid shoulder pad is really messing with my swing, off it goes!”

[@Exoskeleton-mi8eo]

This is such an amazing model. I wish it could be used for the space wolves.

[@wolflordbradley7353]

I did. Clipped the sword replaced with a space wolves double sided chainsword space wolf backpack and wolf helm from forgeworld.

[@philippayne8890]

Wow that's amazing. Can't wait to get my Indomitus kit!

[@Matt-md5yt]

Great job on this guy my friend

[@bugnazbinnyking1198]

Nice work as usual 👏 I don't know if there's one available on any kit, but a Black Templars Cross (the one that looks like an Iron Cross) on the sword hilt instead of the skull would of been an additional sweet touch ✨

[@lordcorporal4247]

incredible stuff pete

[@colla5660]

Love it. Going to try this tonight

[@Melkor1205]

Ha! I had the same Idea when I first saw this model ^^ Really well done :)

[@linkofvev]

Crazy how adding a point to the sword and a simple head swap turned my least favourite Indomitus marine miniature into my favourite.

[@Ibrahas]

Very nice man. Going to be doing this one soon.

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Have fun!

[@JustShir0]

This is brilliant. I also love the paintjob. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@kaptenbear1395]

This is bad ass. I will most likely have my hands on a second marine component of the Indomitus box. And I was thinking of how to best use them. I will definately be doing this with the Judicar.

[@mikemcc1156]

Can't wait to do this build! As like many others Templars will be big for indominus

[@SteveJonesScaleModellingSite]

Nice conversation. You certainly have a talent for figure work. Thanks for sharing

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Thank you for watching!

[@Nikolai00X]

at this time they have already released the updated black templars but i still like your version of the Emperors Champion over GW's version

[@SWIFTO_SCYTHE]

Cool conversion. When the unpainted model was "leaked" i thought it really was the emperora champion.

[@sethdeverell6564]

Don't worry about the coat mate. Adds alot to make him look different than a captain. Almost like an executioners robes

[@Wallahoo1]

Awesome I'm using these for my Dark Angels judiciar

[@neilkirkley1500]

Bah anyone complaining that this isn't Templar enough needs their fucking head feeling. It looks quality mate.

[@georgetimson6896]

His robe isn’t my bone of contention. It’s the lack of shoulder pad on his right shoulder, coupled with the weird angle of the chain in his left hand and the weird angle of the sleeve on his left arm.

[@artistpoet5253]

I wouldn't complain about the surcoat...personally think it adds to the character of the Emperor's Chosen and don't forget, as long as you're not 'modeling for advantage' it's your model and your style. Play well. Stay safe out there.

[@BattleBahamut]

Great work! Will totally steal that idea :3

[@LurksNoMore]

He definitely looks the job of the Champion!

[@loneranger6989]

Any good ideas on how to make some good looking choas chosen, I've got an extra mortal realms magazine for extra parts?

[@stevenpritchett9989]

Very nice conversion 👌👍

[@thebeast1387]

That is so bad ass man great job

[@mercuryo3042]

I removed too the hourglass from the Judiciar for my BT Army. Just put a close fist with a Pyskers head fron the BT Upgrade Kit. It's better than the hourglass, a bit shitty for a BT if you ask me

[@brenton3796]

I kinda would want to buy that model 😁

[@micheal4526]

Bro predicted the new Templar’s look

[@camofirefly]

Looks ace. I just don’t get what his left sleeve is doing. Now you’ve pointed his arm down the sleeve wouldn’t be sagging the way it is.

[@h.walker1332]

As awesome as this is there is just something about the original emperors champion model that's so cool I couldn't replace it.

[@zacharygroombridge6511]

my only issue is that the silhouette of this model has not changed at all. all the recognizable judiceier elements are there. sword on shoulder, chain in hand... on the tabletop you are essentially asking your opponent to pay attention to... the pointiness of the sword? put a judicier painted as a black templar beside this guy and they will look essentially identical. at the very least i feel like you need to change the arms. hell there are other sword holding arms in the indomitus box that would have done the trick.

[@wallung1876]

Awesome result!

[@04dabow2k8]

He looks amazing 👏🏻

[@nissaren5313]

Love your videos mate! Please do a salamander bladeguard or something :D

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Noted! I just need to come up with a good shield for them

[@MurderHoboRPG]

Gorgeous. Gling to do this for my Crimson Templars

[@ethakis]

I would love to try on an overcoat meant for a space marine.

[@5upfeelnopain243]

This is a fantastic conversation and has convinced me to try it myself, which I will do tonight. What colour did you use for the clothe and gloves? Thanks 👍

[@14DEADSOUL]

The sword clipping is a good tip, will be using that!

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kosachilles2504]

Looks great!

[@vathrris9198]

Hey Pete just wondering if it would be manageable to kitbash the judiciar with dante? Or even astorath? I really wanna throw some wings on this guy but dont know the best way of going about it

[@derekgutowski6919]

Big fan of black templers I will try this !!

[@PeteTheWargamer]

Good luck!

[@henrikbruun8563]

hey @peteTheWargamer. that Judicier model is awesome. i have tried to find a way to convert it into af CSM Master of Executions. would that be a projekt you would do or is it to many bits? thx

[@I_am-lost.]

Ngl I do love the emporers champion model

[@MrStatistx]

definitely gonna copy some parts of this, cause a) I don't like the big hourglass and b) first time I saw the model I wrote "I don't like the flat tip of the sword". A headswap was also a for sure from the start

[@PeteTheWargamer]

I think many people had the same gripes with the original model. Hopefully I've shown that with a few simple tweaks you can build something very different.

[@MrStatistx]

@@PeteTheWargamer yeah, seen a little of people complain about the head. I don't hate it, it can look pretty good painted up right, but I still prefer him to have something more knightly. The blade is more of a preference thing, I like my swords pointy, but I understand that an executioners blade makes more sense that way

[@kdhlkjhdlk]

Why not have some of the cool pieces from Kromlech or TT? Or something from etsy?

[@mr._kevster]

Still a sweet conversion 3 years later

[@scenczyk1429]

My biggest point of contention is the lack of sleeve angle adjustment

[@baldore2256]

Got a sub, I freaking loooove the Judiciar model but some dumb parts on it means I'm always converting it myself. I like the final product too. And now that we have a Primaris Emperor's Champion, do you have any thoughts on it?

[@adeptuscole4675]

Could you do a conversion of a librarian in phobos armour into an emperors champion ? Or is that to far into heresy ?

[@EODChaosWo1f]

I hope you make a video of painting the new Emperors Champion as a Black Templar! =D

[@saintdane05]

I'm planning on doing a different conversion route once the multi-part kit comes out. The moment I saw him my mind went to guts from berserk, so fuckit, he's gonna be Guts.