Now to the final pieces:
Beginning with the Full head
This is depicted using the film character and is a very close representation of the subject , we see long flowing hair streaming towards the back of his head [ATTACH]225268[/ATTACH] , the hair strands are well done , (its probably the hair that has a fantasy feel to the bust), casting quality has gain been high. facial features are of a good looking man ( bit like me really...LOL!!) , the sculptor has worked a wispy beard on him , quite delicate in style so careful painting folks!! , good facial features , sharp on definition and casting again being very good .
Fit to the torso is very clean with the head turned slightly to the left.
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Now to the Other head
This is used when choosing the helmet and is exactly the same as the other in quality , you have the choice to paint the full piece and have the mask hinged held up or just paint the eyes and fit the mask...great option IMO.
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The Helmet
This is a great bit of work in all areas from the design around the finial [ATTACH]225257[/ATTACH] to the beautiful edge designs at the front we have a warrior with spear and bow [ATTACH]225275[/ATTACH] ..this is one piece that will really look fantastic painted . Hanging out from the helmet is a mail neck curtain , sitting naturally on the torso , as with other mail details are nice .
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The Mask
Its enough to say it can be fitted direct or hinged up , I like the latter version myself , fit to the face itself is a nice clean match , the mask features stylised eyes ( open sockets) , nose and mouth are good as well. ( This reminds me of the parade masks seen in the Roman army and also sometimes used by the signifer's ) .
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The Sword blade
Gocd shape particularly on the edges , certainly a killing machine in the hands of Nevsky , the crosspiece is shaped on each end like an axe simple but effective. The central piece known as a fuller ( thanks Helm) is well worked with one side having an inscription on it ..very well done.
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The Base
This is the normal one , nicely shaped, slightly angled and fit is by using the cutout to match the lug on the torso underside..perfectly useable or if you remove the lug then a brass rod can be used.
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Final Thoughts
This is a piece that adds another good subject to the MJ catalogue , as said details are well done and very well cast , this is a piece that has several options which is nice to see , preparation is minimal as normal with MJ's releases, you can go wild with the battle effects ( blood etc) or paint him cleaner , either way a great addition to the cabinet .
For more information on this and other releases go to the website
www.mj-miniatures.co.kr/
email : mjminiatures@gmail.com
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Thanks for looking in and a Happy new year to all ...see you in 2016
Nap
