| Cacique Caribe | 07 Aug 2007 3:32 a.m. PST |
In one of their DNA and specimen collection visits, something went seriously wrong. A previously collected female, from a species known for their ravenous appetite escaped. Even worse, the female was gravid (pregnant) and immediately began laying eggs and hunting on her new home . . . EARTH! So, what about reworking the head on these? They would be about the right size, wouldn't they? link Instead of carrying those weapons, I would make some of them carry a two-pronged blade for exsanguination. What do you think? CC |
| mrwigglesworth | 07 Aug 2007 3:50 a.m. PST |
What if we (humans) were the runaway pets………. |
| Cacique Caribe | 07 Aug 2007 3:51 a.m. PST |
What about the head-crest? Do you suggest moving it to the middle of the back on the figure? CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 07 Aug 2007 3:52 a.m. PST |
"What if we (humans) were the runaway pets………." LOL. CC |
| lugal hdan | 07 Aug 2007 7:38 a.m. PST |
It's a well known fact[1] that Humans were created by the Gods to do their menial labor. [1] Ok, only well known to Sumerians…. |
| The Gonk | 07 Aug 2007 7:46 a.m. PST |
Cool. I converted one of the oldest plastic skinks by chopping off the top of his head, removing the frillage, and just sculpting back a regular head with milliput. Of course, mine got an H&K MP-5 PDW.  I had always thought about doing more, but all the skinks I saw were gecko-y and metal. It was too much work… |
| jpattern2 | 07 Aug 2007 11:04 a.m. PST |
I don't think of Chupacabras as being as scaly as Skinks. I think I'd just go with Kroot Hounds: link |
| Dewbakuk | 07 Aug 2007 12:35 p.m. PST |
I've removed the crests from all of mine to make them a more generic looking Lizardman. I can see if I can get a picture if you want? |
| Cacique Caribe | 07 Aug 2007 2:23 p.m. PST |
Dewbakuk, I'd love to see them! Thanks. CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 07 Aug 2007 2:41 p.m. PST |
Oh. And about the frill/crest being moved to the back, this is what I mean: link What do you think? Doable? CC |
| Dewbakuk | 09 Aug 2007 1:30 a.m. PST |
Here you go CC, I had some that I hadn't altered yet so they got the knife. I removed the crest more carefully on these and took a couple of pics with the crests tacked to their backs. link |
| Cacique Caribe | 09 Aug 2007 6:22 a.m. PST |
Wow. Thanks! That simple move of the crest certainly makes for quite a big change in the overall look. link I will probably place the crests on mine just a bit higher on the back. And I still have to figure out what to do with the weapon hands. Very, very nice, Dewbakuk! And much appreciated. CC |
| Dewbakuk | 09 Aug 2007 6:35 a.m. PST |
No problem, glad to help. |
| Cacique Caribe | 09 Aug 2007 4:12 p.m. PST |
Dewbakuk, Are you planning to use them as Chupacabras? If so, are you thinking of making any modifications to their faces? If so, what? Thanks. CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 09 Aug 2007 4:22 p.m. PST |
There are some interesting (and alien-like) ideas out there: link
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TMP link CC |
| Dewbakuk | 10 Aug 2007 2:08 a.m. PST |
No, I use mine as low/swamp land Venusian savages in VSF. I wanted a generic lizardman feel and losing the crest of the skinks achieved that. Really changes the look. |
| Cacique Caribe | 10 Aug 2007 8:43 p.m. PST |
I am very surprised that very few have mentioned trying these skink figures for SF gaming. The simple movement of the crest makes them instant primitive reptilian troops for any 15mm, 25mm and even 28mm-30mm SF gaming (in the larger scales, they look great as pygmy lizardmen). CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 10 Aug 2007 8:47 p.m. PST |
If any SF gamers are curious, here is the only photo I can find of what the actual sprues look like: link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 10 Aug 2007 8:49 p.m. PST |
Just thought of this . . . I wonder if those spears, and other weapons, could be made to look like advanced staff-type weapons (a la Stargate). Hmm. CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 01 Nov 2007 1:12 p.m. PST |
Chupacabras may have a place here: TMP link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 06 Jan 2008 8:04 a.m. PST |
Ok. If I take GW "Hormagaunts", remove the middle pair of limbs, and use "Genestealer" claw arms instead of the scything arms, could the Hormagaunts pass for large "Chupacabras"? picture
TMP link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 26 Mar 2008 5:07 p.m. PST |
Or what about a GW Hormagaunt (minus middle limbs) with a Kroot head? Would it look anything like this? link What do you think? CC |
| Pyrate Captain | 26 Apr 2009 3:58 p.m. PST |
I suspect she would look like Lindsay Lohan. |
| Cacique Caribe | 26 Apr 2009 8:41 p.m. PST |
These are certainly interesting . . . TMP link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 27 Apr 2009 11:29 p.m. PST |
Shelldrake: "or even to remove alien infestations that could bring unwanted attention to their presence" He rocks! TMP link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 28 Apr 2009 8:16 p.m. PST |
Just a thought . . . For runaway "pets" you should also consider getting the hammerhead version of these: TMP link
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picture I think the size difference (they are 15mm) will add to their "cuteness" factor . . . that and a different (lighter) paint scheme. link
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TMP link CC |
| Cacique Caribe | 19 Sep 2009 12:03 p.m. PST |
National Geographic is running their "Is It Real?" episode on Chupacabras RIGHT NOW. Enjoy, and think of all the cool gaming possibilities. CC
PS. I love this:
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| Cacique Caribe | 19 Sep 2009 9:01 p.m. PST |
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| Cacique Caribe | 10 Dec 2009 11:21 a.m. PST |
How about a little town like this, for a chupacabra attack: TMP link Dan |
| Cacique Caribe | 12 Dec 2009 2:29 a.m. PST |
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| Cacique Caribe | 20 Jan 2010 8:19 a.m. PST |
I can see an animal rights group trying to free them: link Though it would probably be more like this: link Dan |
| Cacique Caribe | 21 Jan 2010 10:51 p.m. PST |
Here's a critter any alien would be proud to call his pet: link Dan |
| Cacique Caribe | 07 Feb 2010 4:34 p.m. PST |
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| Cacique Caribe | 17 Apr 2010 10:10 p.m. PST |
National Geographic's "Paranatural: Chupacabras" (which originally aired January 23, 2010): YouTube link Despite all the misidentified mangy dogs, it seems like quite a few people are still looking for the original reptilian creature. Dan |
| Cacique Caribe | 14 Jun 2010 12:46 p.m. PST |
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