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Post by Michael O'Brien on Nov 1, 2019 15:19:49 GMT
Forgive the delay. I received the list today. Chris has omitted Sauron Enthroned as it would be too large for a monthly release and not really a mounted figure.
The eleven ideas that made the list are available to vote on until next Monday and from then, the final vote will take the top two or three most popular ideas and pit them against each other.
This is a blind vote so there is no need to wait until the last moment to cast your vote. Get it done today.
As always, feel free to add comments on your suggestions or discuss other peoples' ideas. A healthy discourse helps sway undecided voters.
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Post by ddaines on Nov 1, 2019 16:37:37 GMT
Captain of the Dead on a CHARGING skeletal horse
Inspiration for this suggestion is the preview of the latest two 'Dead' warriors on the Mithril newsletter.
I see a charging corpse-steed with rider in rotting clothes and rusted mail hauberk, battered shield in one hand, and the other held out in front of him, with either a notched sword or spear (either would do).
The remnants of a ragged cloak are streaming out behind him as the captain spurs his mount towards the unsuspecting Corsairs of Umbar.
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Post by Axel on Nov 1, 2019 17:44:23 GMT
The Horns of Rohan
Can it be, that in all the years of Mithril and the fellowship we ommitted to have a single Rohirrim hornblower? To me the moment the "Great horns of the North wildly blow" is a, if not the, touching climax of the struggle. It never fails to send me some shivers.
So - if I am not totally out of touch with my existing collection, I suggest a "Rider of Rohan blowing his horn", signalling the change of wind. I decided against Theoden and Guthlafs horn, as he is already made a couple of times, and I want an iconic Rohirrim. A warrior, ready for battle on a standing, if unruly horse, signalling that he is here to do battle and do fell deeds...
Edit: I know we have Helm, but thats not the same...
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Post by ddaines on Nov 1, 2019 18:44:19 GMT
The Horns of RohanCan it be, that in all the years of Mithril and the fellowship we ommitted to have a single Rohirrim hornblower? To me the moment the "Great horns of the North wildly blow" is a, if not the, touching climax of the struggle. It never fails to send me some shivers. So - if I am not totally out of touch with my existing collection, I suggest a "Rider of Rohan blowing his horn", signalling the change of wind. I decided against Theoden and Guthlafs horn, as he is already made a couple of times, and I want an iconic Rohirrim. A warrior, ready for battle on a standing, if unruly horse, signalling that he is here to do battle and do fell deeds... Edit: I know we have Helm, but thats not the same... Without mixing the two, I share the same feeling also when the Rohirrim arrive in the film version, it is definitely a moment that gets the 'goose-bumps' active
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 1, 2019 20:10:41 GMT
Elrohir leading his elven horse (through the paths of the Death)Here's the twin to Elladan, who is carring the torches. When Elladan is sculped, his twin brother could also be sculpted at the same time or in a timely manner. Think about that In the novel the horses of the grey company also have to pass the way under the doomed mountain. The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King Chapter II The passing of the Grey Company.
'I have thirty with me,' said Halbarad. 'That is all of our kind that could be gathered in haste; but the brethren Elladan and Elrohir have ridden with us, desiring to go to war. We rode as swiftly as we might when your summons came.' ...
'My blood run chill' said Gimli, but the others were silent, and his voice fell dead on the dank fir-needles at his feet. The horses would not pass the threatening stone, until the riders dismounted and led them about. ...
'This is an evil door,’ said Halbarad, and my death lies beyond it. I will dare to pass it nonetheless; but no horse will enter.' 'But we must go in, and therefore the horses must go too,' said Aragorn. 'For if ever we come through this darkness, many leagues lie beyond, and every hour that is lost there will bring the triumph of Sauron nearer. Follow me!' ...
Then Aragorn led the way, and such was the strength of his will in that hour that all the Dunedain and their horses followed him. And indeed the love that the horses of the Rangers bore for their riders was so great that they were willing to face even the terror of the door, if their masters hearts were stready as they walked beside them. But Arod, the horse of Rohan, refused the way, and he stood sweating and trembling in a fear that was grievous to see. Then Legolas laid his hands on his eyes and sang some words that went soft in the gloom, until he suffered himself to be led, and Legolas passed in.
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Post by barliman on Nov 1, 2019 22:11:09 GMT
Excellent notion, Master Halbarad II.
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Post by hsf62 on Nov 1, 2019 22:29:15 GMT
Warg attacking Rohirrim lying on the ground defending himself with his broken shield only, because he lost his horse and sword in the fight.
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Post by barliman on Nov 1, 2019 22:39:23 GMT
Re Dave's/Axel's comments above about the moment the horns blare as the Rohirrim crest the slope of the Pelennor being "a moment that gets the 'goose-bumps' active." - it has exactly the same effect on me. Indeed, I confess to having a tear in my eye every time I get to that point in the film. I guess its our collective Gothic ancestry calling to us from the deep past!
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Post by ddaines on Nov 1, 2019 23:16:46 GMT
Re Dave's/Axel's comments above about the moment the horns blare as the Rohirrim crest the slope of the Pelennor being "a moment that gets the 'goose-bumps' active." - it has exactly the same effect on me. Indeed, I confess to having a tear in my eye every time I get to that point in the film. I guess its our collective Gothic ancestry calling to us from the deep past! The lighting of the beacons is also a 'goose-bump moment' especially when it was on the 'big-screen'
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Post by ddaines on Nov 1, 2019 23:19:59 GMT
Excellent notion, Master Halbarad II. I also purchased several of the Blacksmith shoeing a horse miniatures to go with this (for the horses, which are to be led by the Grey Company) so I am getting quite excited by these potential suggestions
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Post by barliman on Nov 1, 2019 23:23:46 GMT
Looks like it might be your lucky year, one way or the other!
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 2, 2019 7:03:46 GMT
Another goose bump moment in the movie adaption is for me the battle and fall of Gandalf with the Balrog, that wide shot of the lake below and the "fireball" dropping down. Also a short moment of the scene when 'delayed' Gandalf calls for help via the cute moth on the pinnacle of Orthanc, and the camera pans the way down the tower, goes underground on the forged glowing scimltar of the Uruk-Hai .... but lets keep to the written words of Mr. Tolkien, dear Fellows
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 2, 2019 11:06:24 GMT
Warg attacking Rohirrim lying on the ground defending himself with his broken shield only, because he lost his horse and sword in the fight. Very cool idea! ....and there is always a hidden dagger
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Post by barliman on Nov 2, 2019 11:30:24 GMT
Good point (no pun intended).
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Post by Happy Ent on Nov 3, 2019 13:59:30 GMT
Ori Leaving from Bree
I’ll give this one another try: I would love to see another one of the Dwarves from Thorin’s Company on a pony, complete with hood and baggage, leaving from Bree on the long journey to the lonely mountain. As it is really hard to make thirteen different from just one original…
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Post by Sangarunya on Nov 4, 2019 19:47:31 GMT
King Thranduil quietly riding through Eryn Lasgalen
I imagine him in a serene and thoughtful mood, being able to enjoy what it was called Mirkwood, but always reflective. By that time he must have a lot of memories that would for sure ride along with him. He probably would not be in need of carrying any weapon.
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Post by barliman on Nov 6, 2019 9:00:43 GMT
The death of Arathorn...
...father of Aragorn, has been proposed by several of us several times over the past few years, including Thingol, Maenas, Ori, Bombadil1963, Presto, myself, and numerous others (many of whom we no loger hear from). I've only been waiting for another mounted figure month to come round since he was listed most recently (by me again, I think) back in August 2018.
Arathorn died a King-Harold-II-of-England sort of death, being killed by an arrow that struck him in the eye during a foray agaimst Orc raiders whilst in the company of the sons of Elrond. JRRT's description of the event doesn't clarify whether he was mounted or not, but it seems to me that, as a king, he would certainly have have had a horse even if he wasn't riding it. Actually, having him fighting on foot alongside his horse would be a rather nifty pose.
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Post by Milo on Nov 8, 2019 17:27:20 GMT
Gandalf and Pippin riding Shadowfax to Minas Tirith
What about a new riding fellowship set. I don't think we have had this one already suggested did we ?
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Post by barliman on Nov 8, 2019 20:46:29 GMT
I think it's been suggested at some point, but it hasn't won yet.
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 9, 2019 9:20:25 GMT
because it's 3 figures, the little one counts too
though, Legolas and Gimli riding Arod are 3 also... Good Luck!
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Post by barliman on Nov 9, 2019 12:40:48 GMT
I think it's been suggested at some point, but it hasn't won yet. All you can do is hope.
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Post by olivier on Nov 9, 2019 13:59:09 GMT
I think it's been suggested at some point, but it hasn't won yet. All you can do is hope. the same hope that led to Sauron's defeat!
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Post by ddaines on Nov 9, 2019 16:46:59 GMT
Gandalf and Pippin riding Shadowfax to Minas TirithWhat about a new riding fellowship set. I don't think we have had this one already suggested did we ? I'd be happy with this one - I'm sure Gandalf and Pippin cast as one figure could 'slip' in
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Post by barliman on Nov 9, 2019 21:06:25 GMT
I'm sure that modelling a small figure is harder than modelling a large figure, so we'll just have to wait and see how the cookie bounces (er, our chef isn't very good at baking cookies...).
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 10, 2019 10:42:48 GMT
I must confess: I bought the same figure, Gandalf the White with Pippin riding Shadowfax made by the other company (... you know which...) some time ago. It's plastic – but it's nice, looking like the movie characters of course. Gandalf is modelled with the horse, but Pippin is removeable there. Sure it whould be great, if it will be produced in metal and in mithril style.
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Post by gilgaladtolkien on Nov 10, 2019 15:01:32 GMT
Sauron enthroned
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Post by olivier on Nov 11, 2019 0:14:28 GMT
It must be a MOUNTED figure, so you must write : "Sauron mounted on his throne"
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 11, 2019 8:29:17 GMT
...perhaps the Great burming Eye "mounted" on the throne? very brave suggestion!
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Post by olivier on Nov 11, 2019 14:14:49 GMT
Inspired by Angus McBride's beautiful illustration? But is it Sauron or the Witch-King of Angmar?
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Post by Halbarad II. on Nov 11, 2019 21:31:54 GMT
Sorry, I like the pictures of Angus McBride very much (as templates) , but I wouldn't call that a throne... no negative criticism Mr Tubb could make a more breathtaking version, no doubt
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