Mousekiller's Dwarven Throng

DWARF ARMY:
Karal Stonefist, Dwarf Thane  -- 67 Points
Logan Battlefury, Dragon Slayer  -- 50 points
10 Dwarf Warriors w/great weapon and cmd -- 125 points
10 Dwarf Thunderers -- 165 points
10 Dwarf Longbeards w/Shields and cmd  -- 145 points
16 Dwarf Quarrellers w/cmd -- 201 points
10 Dwarf Slayers w/cmd-- 143 points
Dragons Breath Cannon w/engineer] -- 105 points

LORDS: 0%   HEROES:  11.69%  CORE:  63.54%  SPECIAL:  24.78%  RARE:  0%
Total is 1001 points.



THE OATHSWORN - DWARF SLAYERS
Once proud members of the Battlefury Clan, this group of Dwarfs have taken the Slayer Oath and vowed two things, to follow Logan Battlefury to the death and to ensure that that death comes at the cost of many Greenskin lives.  Every member of the Oathsworn lost a great number of fathers, brothers, and sons during the battle of Jorgen Pass.  After taking the oath, this group of Slayers have given up right to clan in order to wander the world freely, in search of there prey.

INCREMENTS OF WAR:
500 point Dwarf Army
1000 point Dwarf Army


HISTORY OF AN ARMY:

While excavating further tunnels in Karak Norn, a group of miners discovered a small rune bound chest.  The discovery was brought to the immediate attention of the King of Karak Norn, who then called his greatest Runesmiths together to decipher the ancient text that seemed to bind the chest closed.  After several days of deliberation, which is very fast in Dwarf terms, the answer was that the chest was "evil".  During the trials, three of the Runesmiths were severely injured, there minds reduced to childish gibberish.  Recognizing that the chest could pose a great threat, but unknowing of the exact nature of the threat, the King of Karak Norn decides to dispatch a small force to take the chest to the greatest Runelord still living, Thorek Ironbrow of Karak Azul.

Hoping to not cause great alarm in his own kingdom, the King sends a summons to a remote clan, the Stonefists.  Kalar Stonefist, leader of the clan, immediately dispatches his eldest son, Karal Stonefist and his best warriors and quarrellers to meet with the King.  Once Karal arrives, he is given the chest and a sealed letter to present to the other Dwarf Holds along his route south, with specific instructions not to read the letter.  He is also given a great cannon and contingent of the Kings very own body guard to ensure success of the mission.

Heading south through the Grey Mountains, it is not long before Karal and his contingent are set upon by a Night Goblin tribe, attacking with a fury and precision unusual for the greedy Gobbos.  All may have been lost, but as the battle began to turn a roaming band of Slayers arrived, pushing the tide of battle back in favor of the dwarves.  Soon, the Night Goblins were in a full route.  After explaining his mission to Logan Battlefury, the leader of the Slayers, Logan agrees to stay with the Stonefists until the expedition is complete.

KARAL STONEFIST, DWARF THANE, ELDEST SON OF KALAR STONEFIST
Karal Stonefist, the eldest son of the King of the Stonefist Clan Kalar Stonefist.  Karal, a mere 108 years old, has been given a critical mission by his father, Kalar.  He was tasked to travel to Karak Norn, retrieve a package from the king of Karak Norn, then proceed to travel to Karak Azul to present the package to Thorek Ironbrow for examination.  A simple box inscribed with one glowing rune... Along with thsi the King of Karak Norn also gave him sent with him 10 of his best warriors, from his own personal guard (The Gryphons Talons), and a letter that he was told to present to each King that he came across on his way to Karak Azul, but oathsworn not to read himself.

LOGAN BATTLEFURY, DWARF DRAGONSLAYER
Logan Battlefury, brother of Logrim Battlefury and the original heir apparent to the Battlefury Clan.  Logan took the slayer oath many years ago, after fighting a decisive battle against a hording Night Goblin army.  Outnumbered nearly ten to one, Logan and his father charged into battle knowing that victory was not possible.  The Battlefury Clan fought valiantly, and somehow managed to route the Gobbo's, but at a terrible cost.  Logan's father lost his life, as did three fourths of the remaining dwarf army.  From this day, Logan and a handful of the surviving Battlefury Clan took the slayer oath, vowing to erradicate the Gobbo incursion into the kingdoms of the Dwarves. 

BHALGUR'S SUREFIRES - DWARF QUARRELLERS
Bhalgur Surefire, another dwarf of a young age, being born the same year as Karal Stonefist, has quickly become one of the best and most reliable hunters of the Stonefist Clan.  Not having a "proper" fighting force, Karal asked Bhalgur to gather his best hunters together to form a fine crossbow regiment.  Bhalgur did this, and within a matter of hours the Surefires were ready for this grand adventure.

DREGAR'S TREESTOMPERS - DWARF WARRIORS
Every dwarf of the Stonefist clan, no matter his station, is required to have a proffession and to be a warrior.  In times of war the Stonefist clan calls its levies together into loose groups of individuals.  In this case, the tree cutters of the Stonefist clan have banded together under the leadership of Dregar Treestump when they heard of the expedition of Karal.  Sharpening their blades for the journey, this group is anxious to prove its worth in battle.

DRAGON'S DEFENDERS - DWARF THUNDERERS
The Dragon's Defenders are a small detachment of marksmen, hired directly by Thorgrin Dragonsbreath, to defend the Dragon's Breath Cannon, allowing it to maximize damage on the battlefield and protecting it during transport.

THE GRYPHON'S CLAW - DWARF LONGBEARDS
The Gryphon's Claw is an elite guild within Karak Norn that comprises some of the mightiest warriors within the hold, all of whom are oathsworn to the King of Karak Norn himself and would gladly give their lives in his service.  The King has granted this small contingent to protect Karal on his quest, knowing what few other Dwarfs know, that the outcome of this mission could very well be the end for what remains of the Dwarven Empire.

THE OATHSWORN - DWARF SLAYERS
Once proud members of the Battlefury Clan, this group of Dwarfs have taken the Slayer Oath and vowed two things, to follow Logan Battlefury to the death and to ensure that that death comes at the cost of many Greenskin lives.  Every member of the Oathsworn lost a great number of fathers, brothers, and sons during the battle of Jorgen Pass.  After taking the oath, this group of Slayers have given up right to clan in order to wander the world freely, in search of there prey.

THE DRAGON'S BREATH - DWARF CANNON
The pride and joy of Karak Norn, the Dragons Breath is the oldest and still the most reliable cannon still in service.  Led by the Engineer, Thorgrin Dragonbreath, this Cannon and its crew have turned the tide of many battles to the favor of the Dawi.  As a final gesture of faith and confidence in the mission, the King of Karak Norn has gifted the use of the cannon for the duration of his quest.



Mousekiller's Other Armies:
WORKS IN PROGRESS
ORCS AND GOBLINS
DWARVES
OGRE KINGDOMS
VAMPIRE COUNTS
EMPIRE
MORTALS OF CHAOS

[size="3"]KARAL, DWARF THANE[/size]

KARAL STONEFIST, DWARF THANE, ELDEST SON OF KALAR STONEFIST
Karal Stonefist, the eldest son of the King of the Stonefist Clan Kalar Stonefist.  Karal, a mere 108 years old, has been given a critical mission by his father, Kalar.  He was tasked to travel to Karak Norn, retrieve a package from the king of Karak Norn, then proceed to travel to Karak Azul to present the package to Thorek Ironbrow for examination.  A simple box inscribed with one glowing rune...

Karal Stonefist, Dwarf Thane w/Hand Weapon (Rune of Cleaving) and Shield  -- 87 Points  VOTE AT CMON

BHALGUR'S SUREFIRES

BHALGUR'S SUREFIRES
Bhalgur Surefire, another dwarf of a young age, being born the same year as Karal Stonefist, has quickly become one of the best and most reliable hunters of the Stonefist Clan.  Not having a "proper" fighting force, Karal asked Bhalgur to gather his best hunters together to form a fine crossbow regiment.  Bhalgur did this, and within a matter of hours the Surefires were ready for this grand adventure.

16 Dwarf Quarrellers w/cmd - VOTE AT CMON

looks very very nice. love it.

DREGARS TREESTOMPERS - DWARF WARRIORS

DREGAR'S TREESTOMPERS
Every dwarf of the Stonefist clan, no matter his station, is required to have a proffession and to be a warrior.  In times of war the Stonefist clan calls its levies together into loose groups of individuals.  In this case, the tree cutters of the Stonefist clan have banded together under the leadership of Dregar Treestump when they heard of the expedition of Karal.  Sharpening their blades for the journey, this group is anxious to prove its worth in battle.

10 Dwarf Warriors w/great weapon and cmd -- 126 points  VOTE AT CMON







darksoul:  Thank you very very much.

Did you post these guys on CMoN?  I think I saw them somewhere before!  I really like your clean painting style, these guys are very handsome!  Well done!

THE GRYPHONS CLAW - DWARVEN LONGBEARDS
The Gryphon's Claw is an elite guild within Karak Norn that comprises some of the mightiest warriors within the hold, all of whom are oathsworn to the King of Karak Norn himself and would gladly give their lives in his service. The King has granted this small contingent to protect Karal on his quest, knowing what few other Dwarfs know, that the outcome of this mission could very well be the end for what remains of the Dwarven Empire.






10 Dwarf Longbeards AT CMON


Beastmum:  Thanks a bunch.  I do post them on CMON, so you probably saw them there or at one of the other forums that I tend to frequent.  Thanks again.

Your guys are amazingly painted  ! I love them! All snowy 

I love the basing and overall look of the army.
Very nice painting style aswell, makes me want to start my own dwarf army!

THE DRAGON'S BREATH - DWARF CANNON
The pride and joy of Karak Norn, the Dragons Breath is the oldest and still the most reliable cannon still in service.  Led by the Engineer, Thorgrin Dragonbreath, this Cannon and its crew have turned the tide of many battles to the favor of the Dawi.  As a final gesture of faith and confidence in the mission, the King of Karak Norn has gifted the use of the cannon for the duration of his quest.

Vote at CMON:  Dragons Breath Cannon

Manufactured by Reaper Miniatures.

Sculpted by Bob Olley.

Painting completed 26 April 2010.







khorneogres:  Thanks mate.

Krosan:  Do it mate...

THE DRAGON'S BREATH - DWARF CANNON continued
The pride and joy of Karak Norn, the Dragons Breath is the oldest and still the most reliable cannon still in service.  Led by the Engineer, Thorgrin Dragonbreath, this Cannon and its crew have turned the tide of many battles to the favor of the Dawi.  As a final gesture of faith and confidence in the mission, the King of Karak Norn has gifted the use of the cannon for the duration of his quest.

Vote at CMON:  Dragons Breath Cannon

Manufactured by Reaper Miniatures.

Sculpted by Bob Olley.

Painting completed 26 April 2010.

THE DRAGON'S BREATH - DWARF CANNON continued
The pride and joy of Karak Norn, the Dragons Breath is the oldest and still the most reliable cannon still in service.  Led by the Engineer, Thorgrin Dragonbreath, this Cannon and its crew have turned the tide of many battles to the favor of the Dawi.  As a final gesture of faith and confidence in the mission, the King of Karak Norn has gifted the use of the cannon for the duration of his quest.

Vote at CMON:  Dragons Breath Cannon

Manufactured by Reaper Miniatures.

Sculpted by Bob Olley.

Painting completed 26 April 2010.

THE DRAGON'S BREATH - DWARF CANNON continued
The pride and joy of Karak Norn, the Dragons Breath is the oldest and still the most reliable cannon still in service.  Led by the Engineer, Thorgrin Dragonbreath, this Cannon and its crew have turned the tide of many battles to the favor of the Dawi.  As a final gesture of faith and confidence in the mission, the King of Karak Norn has gifted the use of the cannon for the duration of his quest.

Vote at CMON:  Dragons Breath Cannon

Manufactured by Reaper Miniatures.

Sculpted by Bob Olley.

Painting completed 26 April 2010.



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awsome man also saw it on cmon great canon and nice colours
keep on going

Well.... it has been over a year since I have done any serious painting.  I am officially blaming work for this indiscretion... and moving across the country.  In order to ease myself back into it, I picked up some half finished mini's from the Games Workshop 7th edition release... you remember, the really cheap plastic dwarfs.

Anyway, here they are... adding them to the dwarf army.

THE DRAGONS DEFENDERS

The Dragon's Defenders are a small detachment of marksmen, hired directly by Thorgrin Dragonsbreath, to defend the Dragon's Breath Cannon, allowing it to maximize damage on the battlefield and protecting it during transport.





At CMON:  Dwarf Handgunners

LOGAN BATTLEFURY, DWARF DRAGONSLAYER

Logan Battlefury, brother of Logrim Battlefury and the original heir apparent to the Battlefury Clan. Logan took the slayer oath many years ago, after fighting a decisive battle against a hording Night Goblin army. Outnumbered nearly ten to one, Logan and his father charged into battle knowing that victory was not possible. The Battlefury Clan fought valiantly, and somehow managed to route the Gobbo's, but at a terrible cost. Logan's father lost his life, as did three fourths of the remaining dwarf army. From this day, Logan and a handful of the surviving Battlefury Clan took the slayer oath, vowing to erradicate the Gobbo incursion into the kingdoms of the Dwarves.






AT CMON:  Logan Battlefury

That turned out very nicely. The horn, snow, and warpaint especially (the warpaint actually looks like warpaint, which is nice).
What snow effect do you use?

That isn't too difficult, when it comes to tattoos all you need to remeber is that you need to paint it like the skin paying attention to highlights and shadows.

THE OATHSWORN - DWARF SLAYERS
Once proud members of the Battlefury Clan, this group of Dwarfs have taken the Slayer Oath and vowed two things, to follow Logan Battlefury to the death and to ensure that that death comes at the cost of many Greenskin lives. Every member of the Oathsworn lost a great number of fathers, brothers, and sons during the battle of Jorgen Pass. After taking the oath, this group of Slayers have given up right to clan in order to wander the world freely, in search of there prey.











VOTE AT CMON: http://www.coolminiornot.com/299191

Reg06:  Woodland scenics... mixed with glue and water... Thanks mate!
Zippy:  Though a big difference in warpaint and tattoo I think... tattoo's take more subtlety in execution (washes to "blend" them into the skin)... which I still seem to fail at miserably

BARDAL THE MAD

One of the runesmiths tasked with testing the rune bound chest in Karak Norn, Bardal was once the head smith of the clan.  During the final attempt to break the bindings on the chest, Bardal and two other runesmiths were hit with powerful enegy from the chest, wiping there minds free.  Bardal now can speak only in gibberish, but the one phrase that continues to come is "He is coming!".  Where once he wielded proud hammer and pounded runes against anvil, Bardal now wields a field scythe and somehow maintains much of his power, carving intricate runes into the earth itself.  After the expedition left, Bardal followed and continues following, though for reasons of his own imagining he stays hidden in the shadows, unbeknownst to the Dwarfs he follows.








VOTE AT CMON:  BARDAL THE MAD

Ok, it has been a long time.  Time to get my feet wet again...









And to vote at CMON: http://www.coolminiornot.com/364613

Wow! Welcome back!  Have to say thats one lovely Dwarf army you have there!  And I really love the Pic link touch right at the start.  Very cool indeed.

If I ever collected another army I would probably go for dwarfs especially with their new kits out.  Just fantastic models! 

Kind regards Zolas.

Another unit to add to the bunch... Ironbreakers...





At CMON:  http://www.coolminiornot.com/364892

Zolas:  Thanks, it is nice to be painting again.  Dwarfs always have been easy to paint for me, so I tend to push them out quicker than other armies.  I do have some ogres in the que, should be done with them soon as well.

Wow  !

This is one lovely Dwarf army. The standard of painting of these half-pints is pretty awesome! There is so much here that it is hard to know what to comment on.

I have to say I love the Slayers, they look the business. The warmachines are really nicely done and the movement trays/ diorama trays are excellent.
The colour scheme for these guys looks great and works really well. The guy that sticks out in my mind however, if "blue nose" the Slayer. I bet he's lopped off a few heads in his time; and the blue nose may be his way of covering up that appalling drinking habit he has!

This is a lovely army and I bet they look cracking when set up on the table against their opponents! I can't wait to see some more of these guys; and with these guys being so good, I am intrigued to see what you can do with Ogres.

Excellent work and nice to see that you are bringing them back "under the brush". Keep it up.

G_H

Wow! How have I not seen this yet? I always love seeing armies that aren't Ogres on here as they give me an insight into the other beautiful models out there. Especially when they're painted to this standard.

As G_H said, it's the slayers that really stick out for me though! Brilliant work!

Finished the organ gun.  Calling this one the "Quintuplet".  Once I finish the baggage train, the next thane, and add a few extras to existing units this army will be at 2000 (the first full army I have ever painted).  Then things can get really crazy...  just think mammoths, pig riders, and a host of other dwarf monstrosities!





And on CMON:  http://www.coolminiornot.com/366062

Gnoblar Herder:  The slayers are my favorite as well, they were a blast to paint because I could get a bit more cartoony with them.  Its funny that you look at blue nose like that, I do the same thing... sort of give them all a little story as I paint them. Ogres are coming soon!
Belchfist:  If you scroll to the very top of the thread, I have links to my other armies on the bottom.  Right now the ogre army consists of just the bruiser, but I have four of his buddies almost done now.