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    Default Epic Alexia/Boneswarm Mashup

    Hey guys! My PG buddy, Askew37 wanted me to help him out with a conversion of the sexy new Alexia model, by combining it with the Boneswarm minion warbeast. I think he got the idea somewhere here, he can chime in and give credit where it is due, because the idea is fantastic. So he cut the poor pony's butt off, and the top chunk of the Boneswarm, added a brass rod, and entrusted it to me. So, after a little putty work:



    I did some touchy-feely skeletons getting their bony mitts on the horse's bony rear, and even a little grinning skull to make the transition feel more natural. Then I slapped some paint on it:



    I also tossed a tombstone on the base at his request, to make it look as though maybe the skelepony monstrosity was bursting forth from a grave. Let me know what you guys think!

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    This is fricking amazing. Very good execution on a tricky concept. I remember the original inspiration which was Alexia1 surfing a boneswarm. This version is just too cool for words.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MOZZ View Post
    I remember the original inspiration which was Alexia1 surfing a boneswarm. This version is just too cool for words.
    Hehehe, that put a delightful image in my head! I have surf music playing in the background and everything.
    But ah! Thank you! I am flattered

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    So amazing I'm about to cry...
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    Brilliant idea with an epic execution. Thanks so much for sharing!
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    That's pretty awesome
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    Sweet Jeezus that's awesome. That works on every level, conception, execution, coolness.

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    I saw a similar idea on a Darran Wraith once and thought it was so cool, but wasn't fond of Wraith himself. This though, this I want. Amazing work. This pushed eAlexia way up on my list, though its the custom bone work on the back that really knocks this out of the park.

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    such... a good... idea!!!

    Fantastic execution. Consider this idea stolen and such lamentations!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pszito View Post
    such... a good... idea!!!

    Fantastic execution. Consider this idea stolen and such lamentations!
    I am with this feller... the Guy i am doing commission work for would probably love this for his eAlexia lol.

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    Truly Epic. Impressively executed.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ravenhallow View Post
    My PG buddy, Askew37 wanted me to help him out with a conversion of the sexy new Alexia model, by combining it with the Boneswarm minion warbeast. I think he got the idea somewhere here, he can chime in and give credit where it is due, because the idea is fantastic.
    The original idea came from someone doing the same thing with Darragh Wrathe. As always, you've outdone yourself Ravenhollow. This model will be collecting many soul tokens this Saturday.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ratch View Post
    I am with this feller... the Guy i am doing commission work for would probably love this for his eAlexia lol.
    Doitdoitdoit! I would love to see what other people's interpretations of the conversion would be! And thanks for wildly inflating my tiny ego, people. Somebody go get a pin or we won't be able to breathe soon. *blushblush*

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    I have never wanted to field this model until now. Holy crap!

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    You've done a great job integrating the horse into the swarm and the paintjob is amazing, too!

    Started this over two months ago but didn't come around to model or paint at all due to work... I'm just too slow
    I'm going to be very happy, should mine turn out half as nice as yours!

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    That is incredible!



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    Was just about to clue EAlexia together, now I tempted to wander down to the store and pick up a Boneswarm. ARGH.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ravenhallow View Post
    Hehehe, that put a delightful image in my head! I have surf music playing in the background and everything.
    But ah! Thank you! I am flattered
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    That's gorgeous work - I want one. I don't convert well enough to make it myself, so I might have to find someone to do it for me.
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    The conversion is well done, but that paint job floored me, its incredible.
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    Awesome, good eye!

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    Already a fantastic model turned more fantastic. Nice to see someone get a use out of the crappy old Boneswarm. Fantastic.

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    STUPID double post!

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    I agree that it's a great conversion, but it's the paintjob that really sells it. Those glowing skeletons just look brilliant, and contrasts so well with the back and red on Alexia. Wonderful.

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    What can I say? Fantastic work.

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    Very nicely done!
    Solitaire is the first guy I saw using the Boneswarm with Wrathe, this is the new hotness


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    I'm pretty sure this just won the cav painting contest we just had on our website, and you aren't even on it

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pydracor View Post
    You've done a great job integrating the horse into the swarm and the paintjob is amazing, too!

    Started this over two months ago but didn't come around to model or paint at all due to work... I'm just too slow
    I'm going to be very happy, should mine turn out half as nice as yours!

    Sweet! Can't wait to see some paint on there!

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    Very nice, that looks great!
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    I should also note for people who are planning on trying this for themselves - I did have to add a little bit of putty to the saddle to get Alexia to sit properly - because the angle of the horse is a little different than the original model, she needs a little boost/tilt.

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    This is the nicest piece that I've seen posted for a very long time. Well done!
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    I first saw this in the Cryx forums done on Wrathe, as mentioned before. It's fairly popular and it's usually commonly mentioned that eAlexia would make for an alternative, tbut this is the first time I've seen it done. Great execution and the paint job is spot on! I like this a lot.

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    An excellent conversion. The paint job ties it all together perfectly.

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    lol.. that is awesomesauce coolios! lol... now i feel compelled to purchase another one so i can such awesome for my very own. Creatively done!! I have never seen this conversion before.. but i did put cryx and such in closet, glad i picked up extra bone swarms.
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    Got to admit, my jaw dropped
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    That. Is. BOSS! Congratulations on a beautiful piece.
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    awesumm

    on a side note;
    i wunder if they will ever make her a caster/lock...
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    Awesome!

    Oh, and consider it stolen from you and the original idea man!

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    Wow. Simply amazing.

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