Cygnar Storm Strider Casemod

Update #17: Kerfing works!
Count Down: Only 28 more days until PAX 2011.

In exactly 4 weeks at the time I’m writing this (7am local time), I will be standing in a line waiting for my coffee so I’ll have something to drink while I’m standing in line waiting to set up my computer so I can stand in line later in an exhibition hall at PAX.

Standing in line, it’s a hobby.

My impatience decided that waiting for shop access wasn’t conducive to forum update and my sanity. I decided to give kerfing a try. I started off with marking off all of the cut lines.

Then I simply used my dremel to make small groves in the metal. With the assistance of a rubber mallet, I bent the metal into a curve.

My curve is a little off. But I will re-work it to a better curve. I set up the wall with the posts.

The second wall turned out MUCH better. Fortunately, this is metal and you get second chances as long as you’re not cutting things out.

Next I set up a couple of the pieces to get an idea of how it is all coming together. :) I’m feeling pretty good about the case so far.

The lightning coils are ready for their putty then clean up. I’ve tested the tubes inside of the coils and they look awesome… of course, you’ll have to wait to see that.

That’s it for now! I should have some more pictures and updates after the weekend.

looking good!

this is just full of awesome!

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Originally Posted by SXRguyinMA

looking good!

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Thank you!

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Originally Posted by xr4man

this is just full of awesome!

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That is my goal, good sir.

Just a quick little update, the voting has been closed on Privateer Press's forums. I will be sacrificing a miniature to the furnace. Nemo was selected by the masses:

It's nice to see the Privateer Press enthusiast get excited about this project. I've even gotten a couple of requests to come by and see the case at PAX. Fun times!

I have some REALLY exciting news! Privateer Press is going to provide me with the paints I need to paint this case! I have my first sponsor! I am working out how they want me to list their sponsorship and have provided them the paint colors and quantities I need. As an added bonus, they will be featuring this case in their monthly magazine which has an international readership!

*swoon*

If you'd like to know more about Privateer Press, just check out some of the games they have! If you play these types of games, I suggest playing Grind and Warmachine! They're two games I love to play and of course influenced my decision to do this case.

http://privateerpress.com/


Thank you very very much Privateer Press! I love it when the excitement and awe is contagious!

congrats!!

Great to see sponsors taking interest, your work deserves it!

That is amazing work. I wish i had the time and resources to do something fun like this. Great work man :)

This is simply just awesome. Great work. Love the craftsmanship your showing all of us.

Keep it up.

D.