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Please know the few of you who still come by and read are much appreciated. Those of you who do keep coming by are the reason I still even have a website at all. And I will until those visits reach zero. That said, I wanted to do a post on the unit of Poxwalkers I painted up recently. I had gotten out and sealed them with the short burst of warm weather we recently had here in South Central Wisconsin. To say they are cool minis is an understatement but they are so finely detailed it makes them a bit laborious to paint. So they are a labor of love. But worth it. Assembly is not a big deal with these Poxwalker kits. They are essentially monopose but that does not mean they can't be modified at all. I always since 15 years ago fully assembled kits before painting as I could never escape glue fog once assembled. Usually I am using Loctite or Gorilla Glue super glue gel. Primer was white Rustoleum acrylic flat paint and primer. Paint of choice I went with various contrast paints and speed paints. Then in some areas built up contrasts with some extra shades and oils. In the end I was fairly pleased with the results with odd fleshtones and garrish hues on their garb. If you want to find out colors, drop a comment below. Enjoy the pics of each model of the unit here next...
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Elevate Your DnD Adventures to Cosmic Heights with Cities on the Edge of the Astral Plane!
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The Rum Runner was adorned with black sails that billowed in the wind like dark clouds on a stormy night. Its hull was painted in a deep shade of crimson, symbolizing the blood that was spilled in its wake. The ship was crewed by the most fearsome and cutthroat pirates to ever set foot upon a deck. They were a band of misfits and rogues, each with their own unique skills that made them formidable opponents. Captain Blackbeard, a notorious pirate known for his fearsome beard and ruthless nature, commanded the Rum Runner. He had a reputation for being cunning and ruthless, never hesitating to engage in battle if it meant securing a precious cargo of rum. His crew revered him and followed his every command without question, for they knew that his leadership was what made them successful. The Rum Runner sailed through treacherous waters, always staying one step ahead of the authorities. With its sleek design and lightning-fast speed, it could outmaneuver any ship that dared to chase after it. The ship's hold was filled to the brim with barrels of rum, obtained through daring raids on merchant vessels and secret deals with unscrupulous traders. As the Rum Runner made its way from port to port, whispers of its exploits spread like wildfire among the pirate community. Pirates from all corners of the world flocked to join Captain Blackbeard's crew, eager to be part of the legend that was the Rum Runner. The ship became a symbol of rebellion and freedom, inspiring countless tales and songs sung in taverns across the seven seas. But alas, like all great tales, the legend of the Rum Runner eventually came to an end. Captain Blackbeard and his crew were captured by an armada of naval ships sent to hunt them down. The Rum Runner met its demise in a fiery battle, going down in a blaze of glory that would forever be etched in pirate lore. And so, the tale of the Rum Runner lives on, passed down through generations of seafarers who dare to dream of a life beyond the horizon. Its name forever etched in history as a symbol of adventure, rebellion, and the pursuit of freedom. Long live the legend of the mighty pirate ship known as the Rum Runner! +++++ Another Perfect NEW Pirate Ship Map for Virtual Table Tops Either for your own party's use or for their another 'dreaded' adversary with a love for cats. This Battlemap for use in DnD5e campaigns, one-shots, or world-building is perfect for the busy DM or GM allowing you to get going into games faster and spend less time prepping. Complete with details enough to get the feeling of an authentic and mid-sized pirate ship with room to live, tools to navigate the open waters, means of attack and defense, and also a few spaces for holding prisoners. Also, note the large store of caskets, barrels, bottles, and crates of rum - precious cargo indeed. Complete with an OPTIONAL gun deck, free to swap in and out as desired. Features views of the exterior and / or main deck and also the interior / hold / below decks etc. - main deck, fore and aft castles including the helm, quarter deck with captain's and helmsman's quarters, the optional deck with guns and the mess hall and galley, and the cargo deck. Can you find all the cats? What's that? Don't want any furnishings? Fine, plenty of those variants on this one as well. Also, there are some with sea animation as well for added effect. Get your copy now! 4K! Animations are 2048x2048. Dimensions = 17x17 tiles (4096x4096 px) Tiles = Square1 Square = 5ft Variants include: Grid vs. No Grid Furnishings vs. None (Blank Maps) Animated vs. No Animation Disclaimer: This art pack contains assets that were generated with the aid of third-party creative software(s). At the edge of the sprawling ocean, where the waves crashed against the jagged rocks, stood Port Haven. This coastal city whispered tales of fortune and prosperity to those who sought it. Its harbor, teeming with ships from distant lands, promised endless possibilities to those daring enough to venture into its depths. But behind the gleaming facades and bustling streets, Port Haven held secrets that would make even the bravest shudder. Amidst the glistening cobblestone paths and intricately carved buildings, the air was heavy with mystery. It was said that Port Haven possessed a hidden treasure, buried deep within its tangled web of alleys and canals. Wealth and power were within reach for those who possessed the knowledge to unlock its secrets. Entrepreneurs flocked from far and wide, their eyes gleaming with ambition. Tales of immense fortunes lured them, whispers of success echoed in their ears. But, alas, Port Haven was a city that favored only a select few. Many found themselves ensnared by its treacherous charm, their dreams transforming into nightmares. Take more time enjoying DMing and less time prepping. Use this generic coastal city Virtual Table Top map pack to get going on weaving story lines and crafting exciting encounters rather than making a map that you're not happy with. Features a range of environments, climates, and areas with gridded options, a ominous mist, and day night options. You'll be the talk of the town with all the locations you can draw from in this brilliant map pack from Tim Kaney. With this Coastal City RPG map from Tim Kaney you'll spend less time prepping and more time playing! Dimensions = 30x30 Tiles (2048 x 2048 px) Tiles = Hex HexesOne Hex = 100 ft. Variants Include: Grid vs. No Grid Day vs. Night Summer vs. Winter Labeled vs. Unlabeled Disclaimer: This art pack contains assets that were generated with the aid of third-party creative software(s). Preview Images
Hello Nurglings, Another update here. I little photo dump of a set of mins painted up for Warhammer 40,000. This time it is a unit or Nurgle Plaguebearers in a nice eerie green scheme. These are the newest models that are available. When I was much younger, like 20 years younger, I had the 3rd edition models of Plaguebearers. I honestly remember enjoying painting them a lot more. That said, these were still fun. This was the second set of minis as a full unit I was able to complete this winter and fully base them. The one thing is this and the guardsmen still need seal coating. This was a base of pure white primer group with a base layer of green and then coating with Contrast Plaguebearer flesh from Citadel. I think that this was a nice experiment and turned out with the lively green hue yucky enough to inspire lots of retching. See the images below for an array of the unit models of each Plaguebearer. Paints to use with Tim Kaney Plaguebearer Paint Scheme: Livery Green = Green Base Plaguebearer Flesh Contrast Paint = Green Fleshtone Imperial Fist Yellow Contrast Paint = Boils Warp Lightning Contrast Paint = Horns Dracolich Scales = Sword Base Basilicanum Grey Contrast Paint = Sword Fleshtearers Red Contrast Paint = Wounds Nurgles Rot Technical Paint = Slime Sour Apple DecoArt Paint = Base That does it for this post. Feel free to comment with questions or advice. Thanks all! Greetings fell creatures! Alrighty, I have a lot of updates that will be coming along so here we go. Apologies on the lack of posting. Work, life, mental, personal, medical health excuses and all that. It's been crazy. Trying to push through. I had a productive fall and end to 2023. I have two big sets of minis painted and based. Started some others. Building some more. And helping my 9 year old get his Ork Kill team boiz up and running. Anyways, here we go. My son and I got the Kill Team Starter set months ago that features the Ork Kommandos and Veteran Guardsman teams since it also came with scenery and a mat and accessories. It was a better deal per piece than getting armies separate. I had already bought another Killteam set which I have yet to paint but figured the other stuff was worth it. So the above picture shows all of them together as their whole Killteam. They are featured using the slapchop method painting and that was created using dark grey primer coat drybrushing up a couple shades with light grey and then white. The color scheme was inspired by a piece of fan fiction I was writing a long time ago. The top coasts are contrast orange and blue from Citadel. Paints for Veteran Guardsman Custom Color Scheme Magmadroth Flame = Orange Armor Talassar Blue = Blue Great Coat Basilicanum Grey = Grey Straps, Boots, and Guns Warp Lightning = Green Lenses Sour Apple (DecoArt) = Green Base After doing so, I would say this, you have to work really hard to not end up with a grainy dark effect under the colors and most times would recommend newbies to stick with just white as the undercoat for contrast and speed paints. Gives a better finish in my opinion. I think it ended up with a neat look for these Veteran Guardsman. As for building them, they were surprisingly not terrible and required little cleanup. I am used to the nightmare of Chaos builds, so this was a nice break. These guys are the first full squad of minis painted using the slapchop method. Also, they are the first full squad of minis completed in a long time. Very happy with the results and I hope to post more like these Veteran Guardsman soon. Keep on warmongering you diabolical deviants! See more posts below or to the right... Multi-Volume Release, Book Award, and New Book Announced! Hi all, I appreciate anyone that still comes by and reads my tl;dr posts it is much appreciated. There is some exciting news in the world of Nurse Florence book.
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As always be sure to check out www.nurseflorence.org for more updates! Best, Tim New Battlemap Pack Just Released! The sky was a deep, midnight blue, and the stars scattered across the canvas of the night sky seemed to twinkle in anticipation. On the distant horizon, a large, lonesome ship was making its way across the endless sea of stars. It was a pirate ship, bound by no law and loyal only to its captain, who steered it through the vastness of space. The ship was captained by a woman, her hair as black as the night sky, her eyes grey and her skin tanned from the radiation of distant galaxies. She confidently steered the massive vessel through the stars, commanding her loyal crew of misfits and rogues to carry out her orders. Onboard the ship, the crew worked day and night to keep the vessel running. They were a strange bunch, each with their own dark secrets and wild ambitions. But beneath their hardened exteriors lay a deep-seated loyalty to their captain and their ship. The ship sailed from planet to planet, its crew plundering and plundering until there was nothing left to loot. They were a scourge on the universe, feared by the citizens of the planets they visited, and revered by the other pirates within their own ranks. The pirate ship sailed through the stars, a beacon of chaos and destruction wherever it went. But eventually, it sailed out of the darkness and into the light, its mission complete. In the end, the captain and her crew had become legends, their tales inspiring others to follow in their wake. +++++ Shrink prep. Play swole. How about you take a whiff of this? A sweet hook written with AI. A space pirate ship. All you have to do is populate with 80's level hot rocker space pirate foes. Complete with plenty of variants and decks for hours of spelljammer boarding action. Allows for quick play from the main deck and castles to the keel bulb unique to the pirate fleets of the astral realm. You new Roll20 encounter map set will be the chat of the culdesac. Check it out and enjoy! Have your PCs explore the Main Deck, Stern and Fore Castles, Cargo Deck, Steerage Deck, and finally the uniquely awesome Keel Bulb found on this specific model of spelljammer galleons. Can your players fight their way to the bowels of the ship and cash on the past exploits of this old pirate crew? Find out with this great new map pack from Kaney Kreative. This battlemap pack is perfect. Comes complete with 19 different map image assets perfect for use in your favorite VTT system Roll20! Enjoy high quality maps for taking your next quick gaming session to the next level. Your PC player friends will really tilt their rum skull cups in your general awesome direction. What are you waiting for? Download today! Dimensions = 35x18 tiles (4096x2048 px) Tiles = With and without - squares Square = 5ft Variants include: Grid vs. No Grid Lit vs. Unlit Lights vs. No Lights Bonus points if you can find the goofy spelling error in the product name / listing!
Be sure to check out the rest of my items over at the Roll20 Marketplace below: https://marketplace.roll20.net/browse/publisher/1888/kaney-kreative 24 Assets - Lit / Unlit / Dark / Light / Snowstorm Map Hook: The crew of the pirate ship had been sailing the seas for months, searching for treasure and plundering unsuspecting ships. But one day, their luck ran out. They had been sailing too close to an ice flow and the ship became stuck. The captain knew that if they stayed in the ice for too long, the ship would be destroyed. He ordered his crew to try and free the ship, but the icy waters were too strong. The crew worked tirelessly for days, but eventually the ice had become too thick and the ship was completely embedded in the ice. The captain knew that the only way to save the ship was to abandon it and try to make it to shore. But the crew was too weak and the cold had taken its toll. One by one, the crew members died from the cold and exhaustion. The captain, however, was determined to protect his gold. He refused to leave the ship and kept the gold locked up in his cabin. He was determined to go down with the ship, and so he stayed on board until the very end. Eventually, the captain was the only one left alive. He sat in the icy cabin, still clutching his gold, until the cold finally took him and he died. The captain's last wish was that his gold would be found and used to help others in need. And so, to this day, the pirate ship and its captain remain frozen in the ice, a reminder of a time when greed and ambition drove even the bravest of souls. +++++ Looking for a great quick side quest hook and a map set to boot? Especially favor or leaning towards the pirate-y fare for your rather salty sea dog affinities? Needing several levels with different options of lit or unlit, grid or no grid? Would you rather it be detailed enough to get going but open enough to populate yourself once you get going with your own flare, creatures, and encounters? Look no further! This battlemap pack is perfect. Comes complete with 24 different map image assets perfect for use in your favorite VTT system Roll20! Enjoy high quality maps for taking your next quick gaming session to the next level. Your PC player friends will really tilt their rum skull cups in your general awesome direction. What are you waiting for? Download today! Dimensions = 40x40 tiles (2048x2048 px) Tiles = Hex Hex = 5ft Variants include: Grid vs. No Grid Lit vs. Unlit Lights vs. No Lights Snow vs. No Snow Disclaimer: This art pack contains assets that were generated with the aid of third-party creative software(s). For other VTT content for your ttrpgs, check out my Roll20 profile here: https://marketplace.roll20.net/browse/publisher/1888/kaney-kreative.
Hello Loyal Readers! Tim Kaney here for the first time in a long time. Happy and excited to announce that the new book from Nurse Florence series in which I illustrated the image is now available! Title: Why Do Our Armpits Stink? Inside you'll find a new Nurse Florence design, the 3 girls you know and love, and a good conversation with full color art about hygiene and all the things that can contribute to stinky pits! If you have kids that are the 'ripe' old age where this information is relevant, if you have been looking for a great teaching aid that is both engaging and fun, if you have been looking for something to read with your kids or grand kids, look no further! 'Why Do Our Armpits Stink?' is the perfect solution for your hygiene educational needs. Take a look now at some of the great art included and then head over to Lulu.com for the best deals on the books. Both paperback and hard copy version are available. Thanks and enjoy! Remember to help out indie artists and authors! About the Series Sometimes it seems only a nurse can bring technical information down to an understanding that an ordinary person can grasp. The Nurse Florence® book series provides high quality medical information that even a child can grasp. By introducing young kids to correct terminology and science concepts at an early age, we can help increase our children’s health literacy level as well as help to prepare them for courses and jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We need more scientists so I hope that many children will enjoy this book series and consider a job involving science. Details
Publication Date Nov 2, 2022 Language English ISBN 9781387778294 Category Children's Copyright All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License Contributors By (author): Michael Dow, Drawings by: Tim Kaney Specifications Pages 48 Binding Paperback Interior Color Color Dimensions US Trade (6 x 9 in / 152 x 229 mm) |
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