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Title: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on February 28, 2010, 16:16:39
Hello all, I have made three more Cataphracts for you too see.
One of them will probably be taken apart, but I though I would show you before that happened.
So here they are, if you would like a description of Cataphracts Richard posted a wonderful description here: http://www.playmofriends.com/forum/index.php?topic=4189.0

(http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/4593/040zr.jpg)

Cataphract charge!
(http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/2174/044gy.jpg)

I hope you enjoy the pics!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Richard on February 28, 2010, 18:49:14


Hmmm ...  :hmm:

WoT, it looks like your Romans might now be facing more of challenge with this quartet! ...  :klickygrin:

Excellent customs ...  :clap:

All the best,
Richard


Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on February 28, 2010, 22:15:10
Thanks Richard!
But seeing the vast difference in numbers my Cataphracts have decided to join the Romans. ;D

(http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/5544/002slw.jpg)
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Richard on February 28, 2010, 22:46:58


I love your Roman cornu, WoT ...  :wow: :wow:

How did you make it?

(http://www.caerleon.net/history/army/cornu2.jpg)
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 01, 2010, 02:04:42
Ahhh, the pride of my Roman standards! ;D
He is quite simple to make actually!!!
All you need is a Roman klicky...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/3640/001dkm.jpg)
A whip...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/3175/002lqa.jpg)
And a lance gaurd...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/9109/003dm.jpg)
Connect the whip and lance gaurd...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/9962/004rzn.jpg)
Tuck the "horn" into the klickie's belt...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/6820/006zt.jpg)
And hold the top of it in his hand...
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/3451/007le.jpg)
And theres your Cornu!
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/3641/009rpl.jpg)

I hope that was helpful.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Gepetto on March 01, 2010, 02:48:41
Very clever WarriorOfToys! Thank you for the lesson.  :wow:
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 01, 2010, 02:59:47
Thank you Gapetto!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: GRANT on March 01, 2010, 05:47:08
Very clever indeed!! By the way i really like your Cataphracts.  :wow:
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 01, 2010, 06:34:51
I really like your cataphracts!  Your first one was very impressive, but this quartet looks quite formidable. :wow:  I'm also very impressed by your very inventive cornicen.  Nice creations!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: playmofire on March 01, 2010, 07:18:02
Those cataphracts look really impressive.  Having them on their side must be a great comfort to the Romans.

That cornu is a really cunning little custom.   :wow: :wow:
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Richard on March 01, 2010, 12:28:26



Ahhh, the pride of my Roman standards! ;D
He is quite simple to make actually!!!
All you need is a Roman klicky...
A whip...
And a lance guard...
Connect the whip and lance guard...
Tuck the "horn" into the klickie's belt...
And hold the top of it in his hand...
And there's your Cornu!

I hope that was helpful.




Helpful? Are you joking, WoT?

Helpful? That's pure genius, my friend ...  :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow:

Without a doubt, that is the most ingenious Playmobil custom conversion that I have ever seen. Absolutely, brilliant !!! ...  :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

It's so easy that I wonder why we all didn't think of it.

You are a very clever fellow, WoT!

Please post your great graphics and instructions over at GW-PC!

Thanks and all the best,
Richard
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 01, 2010, 13:58:09
Wow! :o
I did not know everyone would like my Cornu so much! ;D
If I had known I'd get such a great responce from him I would have posted him instead of my Cataphracts! 8} :lol:
Thank you everyone for your very kind words!

I am going to post this on Garden Wargaming right now Richard!
I didn't post it there earlier because I thought noone would really care. :lol:
Thank you all so much, you have really made my day!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Jimbo on March 01, 2010, 14:17:35
Great job, Warrior of Toys!

The Cataphracts are awesome.  I really like the cornu :wow:

Best regards,
Jimbo
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 01, 2010, 16:14:32
Thank you Jimbo!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Giorginetto on March 03, 2010, 22:07:32
Great Klickies and mods WoT  ;D
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 03, 2010, 22:16:12
I aim to please! ;)
Thank you for your comment Giorginetto!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 06, 2010, 04:43:00
Here is my cataphract.  If and when I get my PM USA DS order, I'll replace his black bridle and reins with the silver armored crinet from the new Dragon Knight sets.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 06, 2010, 04:54:40
Here are a couple more photos of him.  First, he is with a less, but still heavily, armored infantryman.  Second, he is with his king and queen, along with their standard bearer and signaler.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Gepetto on March 06, 2010, 05:00:56
Very nice Justindo, I also like the stone wall they are standing in front of, thanks for sharing these!  :wave:
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 06, 2010, 05:53:53
Very nice Justindo, I also like the stone wall they are standing in front of, thanks for sharing these!  :wave:

The wall is not Playmobil. ;)  It's from Schleich, a German company (but made in PRC! :shhhh: ).  I wanted a castle for my Egyptians/North Africans/Arabians and it works.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Martin Milner on March 06, 2010, 06:18:45
Nice customs Justindo! What nationality are these troops?

I like the use of a wise man as the King. btw I just bought a Nativity Set at TRU today, they had 3 on the shelf at $20 each, and you get a lot of useful historical figures in the set. They're offering 25% off some sets, but nothing I wanted.

I'm getting enthusiastic about Ancient Greece from all the customs popping up from WoT and others. I bought a copy of the Iliad and Odyssey and a small book about Ancient Greece at Barnes & Noble as well. Here's hoping the Ancient Greece theme becomes a reality!

Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 06, 2010, 06:35:48
Thanks, Martin.

I haven't yet decided what the nationality is of these people.  They could be Parthian, Sassanid, Palmyrene, Hatrene, Armenian, or something else.  They could be enemies or allies of Rome, depending on the time or one's whim. ;)

I've actually used all three of the wise men as kings for my various North African and Arabian groups. :lol: (I hope to post them all this weekend.)

I'm pleased you plan to read Homer's epics.  While The Odyssey is a good read overall, I'd recommend reading the Iliad selectively.  While it's no doubt an important text and excellent in many respects, the countless sacrifices get repetitive and Achilles comes across as a spoiled, whiny, little child throughout most of it.  Still, don't let that discourage you, as it does have some great parts and superb battles.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Richard on March 06, 2010, 13:42:38


Great custom, Justindo ...  :wow: :wow: :wow:

The armoured caparison from set 4920 really works well. And, as you said, when you get the crinet (or chamfron (http://www.medievaltymes.com/courtyard/armour_terminology.htm#crupper)) from the Drachenland set, he'll look perfect!

I agree with Martin, the "wise guys" make great middle eastern kings. (The three new wise men, should also make great ancient characters ... just as they are, or customized.)

see attachment
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 06, 2010, 18:54:19
I can see soooo many possibilities with those wise men Richard!!!
Thanks for the pictures of your Cataphract Justindo, he is really a great custom!
I hope that steel hoarse armor comes out soon, they will make our Cataphracts complete!
I hope you enjoy those books Martin, they are really neat to read.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 07, 2010, 09:21:30
Thanks, Richard and WarriorOfToys! :)

That's a great website resource, Richard.  Technically, I guess Playmobil's new horse head and neck armor is a chamfron and crinet all in one.

I'm very much looking forward to that new wise men set.  The klickies are definitely ripe for customizing, there are some great new accessories, and the camel blanket and saddle has new printing on them too!  This set is an embarrassment of riches for Ancient and Crusader fans.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 07, 2010, 14:13:57
Very very nice website there Richard! (I didnt look at it the 1st time... :-[)
Guess what is the newest website under my Favorites... ;) :lol:

Did someone say, "Crusades" ???
That is exsacly what I was thinking! The long tunics are perfect! Exsacly what I have been looking for!
Those two light skinned peoples would make great Crusading noble men.
And the Darker skinned lad would make a great Muslim noble man!
The camel could be his steed.
I can certainly envision getting LOTS of these sets!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Martin Milner on March 08, 2010, 06:29:28
Couple of things I just noticed in that 4886 Wise Kings set; the item on top of the camel's saddle is a cunning variation on the canopic jars, using the same base with a new top. The front wise man is waving a thurible or censer (incense burner), very handy for those Catholic service play sessions.  0)

I like the fact that we can obtain the wise men without the rest of the nativity scene, and it will indeed be a multiple purchase for these very useful figures.

Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Justindo on March 09, 2010, 00:51:43
Sharp eyes, Martin!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 09, 2010, 01:40:05
Yes,
I did not see the incense burner either!
That would be very good with the new church and preist.
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Richard on March 09, 2010, 01:48:46


Had no idea that the censer would be of such interest ...  0)

see attachment
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: WarriorOfToys on March 09, 2010, 03:50:09
Ooooh!
It looks very beautiful close up...
Thank you Richard!
Title: Re: Three More Cataphracts
Post by: Indianna on March 09, 2010, 14:48:25
That censer is a great new item with many potential uses!  And how about that interesting new(?) chain that's attached to it?  I'd like to get my hands on a bunch of those and see what else can be done with them.   :yup:



Uh-oh - I just realized that "chain" is probably just a variation of handcuffs done up in a gold color!   :'(