Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Neo-Soviet Post-Apocalyptic Infantry from Copplestone Castings


Few things warm the cockles of a misanthrope's heart than entertaining an apocalyptic vision of the future. As a little diversion, I've been working on a few more 'After-They-Drop-The-Big-One' figures with the idea that we might do some alternate skirmish gaming this  coming autumn. 


I'm thinking of using these in a setting similar to that of the novel 'Metro 2033', where most of the action will take place in the ruined subway arteries of cities such as Moscow, St Petersburg, London, Paris, etc.


These models are from Copplestone Castings' Future Wars range. The fellows with the steroided PPSh41s and the whacky-but-cool drum-fed DShKM are from the 'Neo-Sov' packs while the others are sourced from the Partisans and Scavengers.
I've put the squad leaders on hex bases so they're easier to identify on he table.
All of these figures were great to work with. Smooth, hefty castings, with very nice animation and almost no cleanup required.



Similar to my previously posted Lead Adventure 'Road Guards', I've decided to paint these up in a motley assortment of cammo patterns, but also have included some well-used civilian gear for colour.
I have another squad of these waiting in the painting rack, along with a bunch of Lead Adventure castings. But more on that later. Next, I'll switch gears (again) and roll out some stuff that is a little past due...

Posted by Curt at 12:23 AM
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45 comments:

  1. marinergrimAugust 21, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    I think the Metro idea holds a real host of possibilities. It seems to have everything from Nazis, Red Army and other factions. If the figures are as good as these I might have to start another period.

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:56 AM

      I agree, the book is brimming with scenario ideas and there are so many odd-ball figure ranges that can fill the roles of the various factions. Great nihilistic fun!

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  2. BigRedBatAugust 21, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    Very nice! Reminds me of "Twilight 2000"

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  3. Sidney RoundwoodAugust 21, 2013 at 2:06 AM

    Gosh, Curt - these are great! I'm wilting in my resistance. I have downloaded the "Metro 2033" book and am very sorely tempted to get some of the neo-sovs. Have you seen the new range of near-future insurgents from Pig Iron Miniatures which came out a few days ago, as those would also fit your bill perfectly! Looking forward to your next instalment!

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:01 PM

      Thanks very much Sidney. Yes, funny you should mention the Pig Iron range as I'm just putting together an order for them now! Their insurgents and Kolony Feral troops will fit wonderfully for this theme.

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  4. DaveDAugust 21, 2013 at 2:24 AM

    Good stuff - i will not allow myself to be tempted... "repeat... i will not allow myself to be tempted"...

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:09 PM

      Ooh, but some of your excellent Wild West collection would provide a great setting for PA skirmishes. Sort of like 'The Wild Bunch' meets 'Mad Max'!

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  5. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)August 21, 2013 at 3:53 AM

    Very nice work Curt! It looks like freedom to paint what one wants which is fun! Tempting....but I must resist....too many projects....arghhhhh....

    Christopher

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:11 PM

      Oh, I know what you speak of Christopher. I have so many partially finished projects its not even funny - BUT it IS fun, and that, I suppose, is the important thing.

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  6. Michael AwdryAugust 21, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    These are fabulous Curt, absolutely wonderful and like a good many of the commentators above I finding their pull a little worrying, but I must remain strong!

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    1. Michael AwdryAugust 21, 2013 at 5:26 AM

      Now just downloaded Metro 2033! It sounds amazing, resistance, it would appear, is futile!

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    2. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:13 PM

      Thanks so much, Michael! I think you will enjoy the book as its very well thought out, atmospheric and very, very Russian in its tone and style.

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  7. TamsinPAugust 21, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Wonderful work Curt. "Going Underground" certainly makes sense.





    *sits back and waits for complaints about the earworm I may have implanted*

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:27 PM

      Thanks Tamsin! Now I need some more terrain to convey the underground theme...

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  8. PaulalbaAugust 21, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Really nice Curt,
    Great for hunting zombies to!

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:14 PM

      Absolutely! Now you have me thinking about zombies...

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  9. Simon Quinton August 21, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    Superb they are lovely figures and you've painted them brilliantly

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:14 PM

      Hey, thanks for the kind words Simon - much appreciated.

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  10. James BrewertonAugust 21, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Great work Curt.

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  11. Evan HughesAugust 21, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    These are gritty and characterful miniatures, but it's the great paint job and basing that really make them stand out.

    Lovely work, well done!

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:18 PM

      Thanks very much Ev. I knew the groundwork for these figures would play a big part in conveying their character so I went a little over the top with them. I'm delighted you like them.

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  12. Juan MancheñoAugust 21, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    Metro 2033 is a fantastic book, really good, and your figures are perfect for some of the many factions there are under Moscow.

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:19 PM

      Cheers Juan. Yes, I'm looking forward to making up some more of the various factions that were illustrated in the book. Great fun!

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  13. Moiterei_1984August 21, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Great work as usual!

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:21 PM

      Hey, thanks Moiterei, I'm happy you like them.

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  14. DeanMAugust 21, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Very cool figures, the basing really ties them together. Best, Dean

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:22 PM

      Cheers Dean! The bases are a bit fiddly but I enjoy the overall effect they give. Trouble is that now I have to make sure my terrain has a similar look to tie it all in.

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  15. SeanAugust 21, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Great figures. Makes me pine for my PA project which is way down the list at the moment.

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:23 PM

      Thanks Sean. BTW I quite enjoyed you WFB Orc retrospective - great figures indeed!

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    2. SeanAugust 21, 2013 at 4:51 PM

      Thanks Curt.

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  16. john de terre neuveAugust 21, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    Very cool Curt.

    John

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  17. IanAugust 21, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    These are great, getting the Curt treatment I see

    Ian

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:25 PM

      'Curt treatment'? Hmm, what could that be. My wife would have a quick(and sharp-tongued) answer I'm sure!

      Thanks Ian!

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  18. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Thanks so much Andrew!

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  19. Greg BAugust 21, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    Awesome stuff once again mon ami. I encourage you to add vehicles, and before long, the battle will be joined above-ground as well as below.

    I have some of the Kolony Ferals and Rebels, and they will be a lot of fun to work with too.

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  20. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Thanks Gregster, much appreciated. Yes, vehicles! I'm thinking along the lines of partially wrecked Russian BMPs, creaky Lada gun trucks and a mothballed T55 tank with one main gun shell being jealously saved for that 'special occasion'.

    I really like your Pig Iron Kolony stuff and they are one of the reasons I'm placing an order for some of my own.

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  21. MillsyAugust 21, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Wow Curt, these are cracking paint jobs mate. The camo of various flavours is superb. Even the scrap heaps are spectacular!

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 9:36 PM

      Hey, thanks a bunch, Millsy, I really appreciate your kind words.

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  22. ScottswargamingAugust 21, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Great work Curt, interesting mix of basing styles.

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    1. CurtAugust 21, 2013 at 11:38 PM

      Thanks Scott. The bases are an idea lifted from Sidney - helps to reinforce what the figures represent (Command, Squad Weapons, etc.)

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  23. The Angry LurkerAugust 23, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    I remember when I had these bad boys, yours are better though...lovely work sir.

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  24. CurtAugust 23, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Francis, I think you've had pretty much one of everything ever produced over the past 10 years! ;) Thank you for the kudos, my friend.

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