Where is WARFARE range going next?

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Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by Friedrich August I. » Wed Sep 19, 2012 5:02 am

Maybe this is the wrong place to ask it but...about Command Figures:

In the era BlB(v2) I know only about 4 Rulers of involved countries who were in the field with their troops:
King William III, King Charles XII, King Augustus II and Tsar Peter the Great.
Wouldn't it be a possibility to do this Leaders as some special command packs? Eventualy with Retainers, Lifeguards and Colorbearers or Personal Standard bearers?

Just an idea :roll:

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Tue Sep 18, 2012 8:56 pm

As is probably obvious, we have a host of new figures coming out over the next 5-6 weeks. 60 Cuirassier codes (probably in about 20 different pack combinations) will be closely followed by Dragoons, more cavalry officers and a couple of surprises which move us into new territory.

Clibinarium and I spoke at great length tonight about the way ahead which is, I am glad to say a sunny vista! 8)

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Sun Aug 19, 2012 9:43 pm

Edward,

that stuff will all be available soon. Already sourced just negotiating the final bits of the supply agreement.

Cheers


B

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by Captain of Dragoons » Sun Aug 19, 2012 1:04 am

How about pikes for the pikemen and stands (50x50mm, 60x60?) for the figures. Perhaps part of the battalion packs.

Speaking of vignettes how about one of Col. Douglas saving the colours of Dumbarton's at Steenkirke.



cheers
Edward

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by nick the greek » Sat Jul 07, 2012 8:43 pm

Hi Barry

I think it's the vignettes that have always made the LOA armies standout.
Having half of one stand telling a bit of a story, and breaking up the monotony of painting the rank and file.
For the cavalry, horse and rider crashing to ground, dead horse and rider sprawled, rider trapped under dead horse trying to defend himself, dead horse and dismounted rider with sword and pistol in hand.

A mixed stand of troops in melee 50/50 from both sides, perhaps part of battalion that is des integrating from firing line.

Grenadier or line going over gabions or through a breach. Perhaps with them clambering or assisting their comrade. Musket slung, tossing grenades, or thrusting with swords.

Routing troops with worried faces, carrying weapons haphazardly.

Walking wounded, or casualties in a firing line that are falling or already on the ground with their muskets included.

Battlefield debris, hats, muskets, drums.....

Well there are a few ideas, hopefully some might stick?

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by toggy » Sat Jul 07, 2012 6:41 pm

Like the idea of a dramatic colour party, how about another officer/musician pack with a wind musician included, some mounted casualties and some more general officers.

Bob

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Sat Jul 07, 2012 2:09 pm

Nick at the moment I am spending some of my holiday time working away on issues relating to Warfare and design. All ideas are welcome and strangely, I had just come up with a colour party idea which was not a million miles from what you have suggested but with a twist so keep the ideas coming and watch this space!

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by nick the greek » Sat Jul 07, 2012 6:49 am

After just finishing reading my copy of BLB2 (great read). There are two situations that I think would really justify a special Warfare set.
Firstly the cannon misfire, is a perfect opportunity to finally see a model of a destroyed gun & crew. That can either be used a misfire stand or added to a normal stand to produce that overun position.
The second is the captured colours, I think there is a real need for foot/mounted ensign to be more active defending the colours.
For example you could have a mounted figure, striking down with his sword or discharging a pistol point blank?
Do you think there is a market for these additional packs?

Nick

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by EvilGinger » Wed Jun 27, 2012 10:24 am

I rather like that idea all I need to do is to get the local wargmers to agree on something & part with some cash. To which end where did I put granddads trench raiding axe :evil:

:evil: Ginger

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Wed Jun 27, 2012 6:15 am

Actually, with too much time on my hands here in the Desert I have had an idea which might fly to some extent with some of you. I know this had been done elsewhere over the years and if handled well it can work.

Obviously I now have the infrastructure, connections and momentum to get figures to market. The period is opening up quite nicely and as can be seen, Warfare will release dozens of new sculpts this year and the following.
Some of our Forum members and friends have interests peripheral to the core: 1689-1697 period, witness: Skane Wars, Covenanter Rebellions, Monmouth Rebellion, Tangier etc. The commercial dilemma for someone in my position is:

Follow an interesting byway, spend time and money producing something nice but get no commercial return for making a very small amount of people happy and me poor and frustrated.

This usually results in 'no advance'.

Here is the potential solution: If someone has an interest 'off the beaten track', a sub-project can be created/commissioned by the individual or sub group. They would part/whole finance the sculpting with Warfare. I would commission the master and production moulds and get the figures manufactured. Subgroup could then have as many figures at metal cost/manufacturing cost as they want. The figures go on commercial release. The range expands, people get what they want and I can carry on producing the core part of the range.
If anyone is interested in this either PM me or join the thread. I have a reasonable reputation for getting things done so this is not pie in the sky and could actually fly without individuals having to go through all of the pain and effort of setting up their own operation.

Cheers

B

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by Ben Waterhouse » Tue Jun 26, 2012 9:51 pm

obriendavid wrote:
barr7430 wrote: I will probably get round to the more 'specialist' needs too.
Is that a bunch of 'specialist' female units to get Mr Jack into the period :lol:
Cheers
Dave
Queen Mary as portrayed in England my England?

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by obriendavid » Tue Jun 26, 2012 8:14 pm

barr7430 wrote: I will probably get round to the more 'specialist' needs too.
Is that a bunch of 'specialist' female units to get Mr Jack into the period :lol:
Cheers
Dave

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Tue Jun 26, 2012 7:22 pm

Hi Rohan,

as I have mentioned, anything is possible. I have always had a soft sot for the Danes. Things are continuing to work out very well for Warfare. I was pleased before but I am even more pleased now! This has really encouraged me to make a serious commitment to the whole project so expect continuous and sustained releases. I will probably get round to the more 'specialist' needs too. Things that other manufacturers have either failed to tackle or run out of steam before reaching.

This Forum has put a lot of gas in the tank from ideas, enthusiasm, encouragement and not least, hard cash. For that I am really grateful! :D

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by Rohan Wilmott » Mon Jun 25, 2012 8:40 pm

Hello, Barry.

I wouldn't mind some Danes with double buttoned coats and also in Cassocks. The floppy hats could be turned up in various ways too.

I'm looking forward to the apostle musketeers to add to the various Irish regiments for the Boyne.

Cheers, Rohan

Re: Where is WARFARE range going next?

by barr7430 » Mon Jun 25, 2012 5:53 pm

Yup Dan. It's often down to economics. We could get all of that sculpted, it would cost the thick end of $5,000US and we'd sell 20 packs of each if were lucky. My own tendency would to not be a purist but a pragmatist. If it's close and it looks ok from 2 feet away on the table... it'll do! It's toy soldiers after all, nothing more :lol:

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