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Post by Michael O'Brien on Mar 1, 2022 15:16:04 GMT
Welcome back after our long weekend with St. Patrick's Day and the Day of Remembrace. Unfortunately Chris was unable to supply the approved list in time on Wednesday so we delayed until today.
Chris rejected the animals again but accepted the rest of the ideas so we are moving forward with those.
This vote will expire next Monday and then we will do the final round. This is a blind vote so you will only see the current status after submitting your vote.
Feel free to post comments supporting any ideas, even if you had not submitted them.
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Post by olivier on Mar 1, 2022 18:00:49 GMT
Radagast's animals
I don't know why my doe proposal was not accepted last month when it was accepted in November and even passed the second round of voting... I change the deer to a doe, hoping that it will be easier and that it will pass the selection.
So this month, I propose again a rather unusual miniature: Radagast's animals but which could also be associated with Tom Bombadil. This is a doe with a squirrel on his back, a little bird on his head and a rabbit at his feet.
Nothing heroic or historical (no reference to a character named in a book) but a subject that seems to me perfectly in the spirit of Tolkien and it would be a good complement to the Beorn or Radagast miniatures..
If Chris considers it too complex for a single figure, he can always simplify and remove one or two small animals?
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Post by Halbarad II. on Mar 1, 2022 21:32:55 GMT
Beorn's animalsI don't know why my doe proposal was not accepted last month when it was accepted in November and even passed the second round of voting... I change the deer to a doe, hoping that it will be easier and that it will pass the selection. So this month, I propose again a rather unusual miniature: Beorn's animals but which could also be associated with Radagast or even Tom Bombadil. This is a doe with a squirrel on his back, a little bird on his head and a rabbit at his feet. Nothing heroic or historical (no reference to a character named in a book) but a subject that seems to me perfectly in the spirit of Tolkien and it would be a good complement to the Beorn or Radagast miniatures.. If Chris considers it too complex for a single figure, he can always simplify and remove one or two small animals? perhaps it is better to find the text reference to get a better chance? look at the Hobbit book: The chapter in which Thorin & Co. pass Mirkwood. There you will find a running stag and a doe stag antlers should be possible, for the reindeer with the Lossoth sled has them too. Beorns animals are described as horses, ponies, sheep, dogs and huge bees... just a good advice 😉 |
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Post by olivier on Mar 1, 2022 21:42:31 GMT
Beorn's animalsI don't know why my doe proposal was not accepted last month when it was accepted in November and even passed the second round of voting... I change the deer to a doe, hoping that it will be easier and that it will pass the selection. So this month, I propose again a rather unusual miniature: Beorn's animals but which could also be associated with Radagast or even Tom Bombadil. This is a doe with a squirrel on his back, a little bird on his head and a rabbit at his feet. Nothing heroic or historical (no reference to a character named in a book) but a subject that seems to me perfectly in the spirit of Tolkien and it would be a good complement to the Beorn or Radagast miniatures.. If Chris considers it too complex for a single figure, he can always simplify and remove one or two small animals? perhaps it is better for you to find the text reference to get a better chance? look at the Hobbit book. The chapter in which Thorin & Co. pass Mirkwood. There you will find a running stag and a doe 🙂. Beorns animals are described as horses, ponies, sheep, dogs and huge bees... just a good advice 😉 Yes you'r right... It would be better to present this as Radagast's animals! Thank you for this advice  |
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Post by ddaines on Mar 1, 2022 22:52:23 GMT
Beorn's animalsI don't know why my doe proposal was not accepted last month when it was accepted in November and even passed the second round of voting... I change the deer to a doe, hoping that it will be easier and that it will pass the selection. ........ There is sometimes a bit of inconsistency with suggestions, twice (I think) I suggested Beorn in mid-transformation, even included a sketch; on one occasion it was approved but failed to win the vote, second time it was rejected as an idea, then I think it was suggested by someone else and won  . |
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Post by Michael O'Brien on Mar 2, 2022 14:44:35 GMT
There is sometimes a bit of inconsistency with suggestions, twice (I think) I suggested Beorn in mid-transformation, even included a sketch; on one occasion it was approved but failed to win the vote, second time it was rejected as an idea, then I think it was suggested by someone else and won . The decision is that of Chris, our sculptor. Try to be specific (avoid plurals for singular months. Avoid being too vague, add a picture, help him understand your idea). |
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Post by olivier on Mar 2, 2022 15:03:22 GMT
Sorry, my idea was not to start a debate here. Please make proposals for the month!
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Post by Halbarad II. on Mar 3, 2022 2:40:08 GMT
neither was my intention to start a debate.
Troll of the great ram 'Grond' crew
Grond they named it, in memory of the Hammer of the Underworld of old.
Great beasts drew it, orcs surrounded it, and behind walked mountain-trolls to wield it.
Suggestion is to make the ram Grond theme again more complete a bit:
a great troll of Mordor style, in walking, pushing or even wielding (a chain) pose
J.R.R.Tolkien
The Lord of the Rings
The Return of the King
Chapter IV
The Siege of Gondor
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Post by barliman on Mar 3, 2022 8:29:39 GMT
On the subject of trolls, I shall resurrect my suggestion of several months ago of
A TWO-HEADED TROLL
My reasons were outlined on the several earlier occasions when I suggeted him, not least of these being that JRRT himself intimated the existence of trolls with more than one head in Middle-earth. Trolls with two-heads are a frequent addition to many ranges of "fantasy" figures, and it seems right to me that we shaould have the option of possessing one designed to Mithril's high and consistent standard by The Man himself (i.e. Chris)!
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Post by Glorfindel on Mar 7, 2022 21:25:13 GMT
Bifur of Thorin and CompanyLet' give this one last shot... Specific reference is hard to find for Bifur. Alan Lee’s art is probably the best point of reference out there.  Thorin and Company is long overdue in the Mithril Miniatures line. We have them in MX535 An Unexpected Party, but that was extremely limited and very hard to find. I imagine this figure complementing M155/M229 Thorin and MS538 Bombur. The base model should be taken from MX535. He should be dressed in travel gear a bit worn and weary from his long journey on the road. He should be adorned with cloak and hood, backpack, pouch, water can, walking stick, dagger and/or axe, and his clarinet hanging from his belt or pack. M162 Dwarven Adventurer on Pony, M163 Dwarven Adventurer and M306 Dwarvish Travelers are all great inspiration for this figure. My hope is this would inspire all dwarves form Thorin and Company to be made individually or as a set. A reimplementation of Bombur is in order as that piece has been sold out for some time (though I can say I was finally able to purchase one and it is fantastic!) Possibly a new Bilbo and Gandalf too. Hey, a person can dream! I appreciate everyone's consideration.
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Post by Axel on Mar 8, 2022 14:52:12 GMT
Herold of Dawn
A c0ck!
"Shrill and clear he crowed, recking nothing of wizardry or war, welcoming only the morning that in the sky far above the shadows of death was coming with the dawn."
I assume that with 700 miniatures made there is no mounted hornblower of Rohan in sight, so I go for the second best, the cockcrow that preceded the horns and on its own had already broken the gloomy silence preceding that final showdown between the Witchking of Angmar and Gandalf the White.
So, just a c0ck, crowing.
Perhaps on a heap of mist, if a throne he needs.
The Herold of Dawn!
BTW: Seems that the original word is autoswapped to "thingy" as in a different context this male chicken term can be seen as indecent, so I swapped the o for a 0 (Zero). Thanks god that forum software protects us from offensive terms. Civilization would be in jeopardy otherwise...
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Post by Axel on Mar 8, 2022 15:00:23 GMT
olivier No damage in starting the odd debate here. Just suggest a single animal of Beorns host, perhaps one not already made like the dogs bearing tablets. The more specific, the better the chance to get made. Looking forward to it...
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Post by Halbarad II. on Mar 9, 2022 3:18:21 GMT
Herold of DawnA c0ck! "Shrill and clear he crowed, recking nothing of wizardry or war, welcoming only the morning that in the sky far above the shadows of death was coming with the dawn." I assume that with 700 miniatures made there is no mounted hornblower of Rohan in sight, so I go for the second best, the cockcrow that preceded the horns and on its own had already broken the gloomy silence preceding that final showdown between the Witchking of Angmar and Gandalf the White. So, just a c0ck, crowing. Perhaps on a heap of mist, if a throne he needs. The Herold of Dawn!
BTW: Seems that the original word is autoswapped to "thingy" as in a different context this male chicken term can be seen as indecent, so I swapped the o for a 0 (Zero). Thanks god that forum software protects us from offensive terms. Civilization would be in jeopardy otherwise... Nice suggestion! heap of mist? dear Axel, I know what you mean, but german word "Mist" is something different than this word in english... |
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Post by olivier on Mar 9, 2022 6:39:28 GMT
In France, c0ck is our emblem... and we would rather say "a pile of manure" or "a hund heap"  |
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Post by Gerold on Mar 9, 2022 16:10:25 GMT
I would like to resuggest this character:
Bolg, Orc Chief of Gundabad
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Post by Axel on Mar 13, 2022 17:56:15 GMT
Well, seems that I really denglished that translation and built some "mist" - which means German, that I fouled this up :-)
Of course its manure, dung, or whatever these male "Gallus domesticus" (these really are a French emblem, it seems) use to support themself while getting expressive. It could, of course, also be a post, fence or small wall, which could be in the typical style of Gondor (if such style exists for a mere wall to a chicken pen).
If this mini finds a double use for a Gallic emblem, so much the better. :-)
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Post by ddaines on Mar 15, 2022 11:27:16 GMT
Beregond, son of Baranor, first Captain of the White Company Beregond was the first Captain of the White Company, titled to the position by Aragorn as Beregond's 'punishment' in order to save the life of Faramir, for abandoning his post in the Citadel and spilling blood in Rath Dinen, . I see the figure in a tall helm (maybe a single feather or other ornate ornamentation decorating it) , wearing mail, with a long (white) cloak. He would be armed with a sword at his side but as this is a non-combatant situation there would be no shield required. Pose-wise I envisage that he is talking to an unseen Faramir, and gesturing with an outstretched arm, perhaps as he and Faramir (and maybe even Bergil or Borlas his sons were there*) discuss some aspect of Ithilien. I did suggest this figure some time ago, so perhaps time for a re-submission  *I am only suggesting Beregond, the mention of other characters is purely to 'set a scene'. |
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Post by Michael O'Brien on Mar 15, 2022 11:44:51 GMT
I believe we have seven ideas this month, but some are risky, so if anyone can add another before 4 p.m. that would be useful.
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Post by Thingol on Mar 16, 2022 10:17:30 GMT
Déorwine - Chief of the King's Riders during the War of the Ring standing in Golden Hall of Meduseld in full armor and prepared to ride to Gondor on the Pelennor fields.
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Post by khador on Mar 17, 2022 17:37:53 GMT
An undead footman of Carn Dûm with 2 swords
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Post by barliman on Mar 21, 2022 7:39:11 GMT
Some d**n good suggestions here, which is going to make choosing what to vote for even more challenging than usual.
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Post by olivier on Mar 21, 2022 8:50:02 GMT
If we can ever vote... |
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Post by Axel on Mar 22, 2022 17:45:24 GMT
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