Greetings. For week three of the 2021 Inquisitorial Conclave (my week 2 for the project) I completed Eisenhorn and started on his buddy Cherubael. Cherubael is a Deamonhost and a bonus part to this project since I wasn't certain to get Gregor done in time.
It all started here where I experimented with a pale, corrupted flesh and the notion of warp power emanating from within the daemonhost. It's odd, and totally NOT in my normal repertoire, but I became inspired and decided to keep it. I especially liked the glowing eyes and light coming out of the open mouth.
This led to more base colors, shading and highlighting as I fleshed out the model and it began to take shape. The painting went rather quickly and spontaneously. I had only the vaguest notion of what I wanted here, based on five-to-ten minutes of google image searching to see what others had done with this model.
And ultimately I ended up here. The trapped daemon, Cherubael is clearly conjuring warp power, but remains held in check by the powerful wards that Gregor Eisenhorn has put in place. Metal, scrolls, leather, and red cloth are all pretty much stock from my usual recipes. This model is painted primarily with ProAcryl paints from Monument Hobbies, with GW shades and a couple washes form Secret Weapon Miniatures (Flesh Wash, and Cool Grey).
The base was painted to match Eisenhorn's. Here are the two models together. I'm pausing to consider whether or not to be done.
Taken in all, these have been quite enjoyable to paint and a welcome diversion from my normal selection of projects. I am proxying Cherubael with the resin "Captive Unleashed" model from Artel "W" Miniatures. The model is also available in 54mm scale which would make a great painting project.
So that's where I'm at with this project. It's probably done, but we'll see. I'll certainly post up a "TO DONE" post with light box pictures next week, regardless. Are they done?...yeah...well, maybe....
Stay safe out there!
Cheers and Happy Gaming!
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