Hobgrots on Squares (Part 1)

 Somehow I found myself thinking "Gee, I could use some hobgoblins," and searching the internet looking for sanely-priced hobgoblins was an exercise in disappointment. But I kept stumbling upon AoS Hobgrots for fairly cheap. Eventually I took a good look at them and decided that these guys could work out just fine. They're not as comical as their ancestors of 30 years ago, but they fit the pseudo-mongolian vibe well enough. I am particularly found of their helms which strike a sort of samurai gestalt with me that I think works very well. 

I found a few sprues of old Warhammer shields that were made for the intention of being plugged onto the arms of whichever old metal model that could take them.  These shields have a big hole in the middle of them as a result which often makes them difficult to use on different miniatures. When I was working on some plastic skeletons recently I took note of the sbield plugs that came on their old sprues. These worked out great on these old shields.  I like the bigger size of these shields as I feel they put off a more archaic vibe.  

The Boss.

Most of these guys have two weapons and I decided to essentially ignore the smaller weapon and put a shield on that arm where applicable. Some of them have their shield going across their back. I just put them on however I thought looked the most pleasing to my eye. I think the chaotic disposition gives the unit that killer rabble vibe 

The Musician.

I accidentally built two musicians for this unit, not realizing what I had done until I had finished the unit's construction. I am already thinking about getting a second unit so that musician will likely go to that unit. (Eventually).

Standard Bearer.

Just for kicks, here is what the hobgrots look like next to one from the early '90s. I could say so much, but this is a good opportunity to just let the picture do the talking. I am sure it says far more than I am capable of articulating!

Compare and contrast.

As soon as I get my hands on a new rattle-can of Chaod Black, I will be able to start painting these lovely  chaps.