BardDandelion Posted October 20, 2021 (edited) Hi! Decided to join the challange with my custom CMF series. Avalonia Grail Knight - the most virtuous of men who devote their lives to defend the innocent and fighting evil become Knights of the Grail. Halfling Farmer - halflings are a peaceful race that live in Avalonia. They mainly work in agriculture and trade but when attacked they are able to defend their lands. Elven Sorceress - wood elves live in the forests of Avalonia and jealously guard their secrets. Not only arrows may end the life of intruders - forest spirits willingly stand shoulder to shoulder with elves. Kaliphlin Genie - genies are powerful spirits chained by a spell and forced to fulfill their master's wishes. But woe to anyone who breaks the spell and faces the freed genie. Wounded Conquistador - many go on a treasure hunt or to simply colonize the jungle but attempts to settle on their outskirts are usually unsuccesful. Lizardman Priest - unexplored jungles hide many secrets. Their inhabitants guard settlements and holy temples of Winged Serpent god against all invaders. Nocturnus Vampire Knight - not all dead remain in their graves. Vampires are powerful beings, intelligent and cunning. On the battlefield, unlike other undead, they appear in full gear and can use tactics. Dark Elf Witch - the dark elves are the perverted cousins of their forest counterparts. While searching for greater and greater magical power, they often come across things that scare even them. Necromancer - some study the secret art of necromancy, seeking to be reunited with their deceased loved ones. Others crave the power that armies of resurrected minions may provide. One thing is for sure - playing with the laws of nature is difficult and rarely brings positive results. Mitgardia Barbarian Warlord - Mitgardia is a difficult place to live. Numerous wars and unfavorable climate provide good conditions for the development of bands that set off south on plundering expeditions. Tzarina - not all kingdoms are ruled by kings and queens, in some parts of the world it is the dynasties of tsars who wield power. Ice magic certainly helps to maintain it. Winged Hussars - as brave as their southern counterparts, these Midgardian knights are trained all their lives to be the best at their craft. And their craft is war. Varlyrio Lionman Merchant - Beastmen in most places of the world terrify travelers but cities of Varlyrio are inhabited by highly intelligent species of Lionman who - like humans - have rejected their barbaric past and are successful in trading, poetry and politics. Varlyrian Philosopher - wealth accumulated for generations by people of this region helps in development of science and art. Many use the opportunity to become scholars and spend their days wondering the mysteries of this world. Mercenary Infantryman - when so many focus on art and philosophy few are willing to be a soldier. The people of Varlyrio remedied this by organising many different mercenary parties and groups. The training is not equal to that of the knights from the continent but they use innovative methods of fighting and the high pay guarantees many recruits from all over the world. Dwarf Miner - Dwarfs live in all places where great craftsmen, brave warriors or hard-working workers are needed. It means that they live in all over the world often being the most most influential and powerful race in the region due to various functions they occupied positions. Hope you like them! :D Edited October 20, 2021 by BardDandelion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aurore Posted October 20, 2021 (edited) Oh wow, they're all so inventive! I really like that you have given your Mitgardians an eastern Europe flair. The Tzarina is absolutely gorgeous - and the winged Hussar's wings are perfect! The side builds are as nice as the minifigs themselves, I especially enjoy the Dark Elf's book! PS : then the winged hussars arrived... Great, now I have that song stuck in my head! Edited October 20, 2021 by Aurore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kai NRG Posted October 20, 2021 Really neat to see how many very unique series are coming out of this challenge! Your lion merchant, tzarina, winged hussar, and grail knight are my favorites here, great use of that tiny cape on the knight's helmet, the hands on the crowbars are so cool, and I never would have thought a tire and a grown would make such a good headpiece! Also neat to see the 2x2 round tile keep appearing throughout the series. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert8 Posted October 20, 2021 Great collection! Grail Knight, Elven Sorceress, Genie, Vampire Knight and Necromancer are my favs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoth33 Posted October 20, 2021 Nice figs. Tzarina reminds me of the kislev from total war warhammer 3. I like the genie, vampire knight, grail knight, necromancer, elven sorceress, lionman merchant, and wing hussar are all very nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BardDandelion Posted October 21, 2021 @Aurore @Kai NRG @Robert8 Thanks a lot! Glad that you like my figs. ;) @zoth33 You are right, Tzarina is a character from fantasy Warhammer. Also - there are more characters inspired by this world. ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eyrezer Posted October 21, 2021 Nice series, Bard! I like the halfling pipe. Is that a screwdriver used as the handle? My favourite is the Lizardman priest. I’m curious - what part have you used for the column behind him? Second favourite is the Lionman. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W Navarre Posted October 21, 2021 A lot of great figs, but the Russian-Mitgardian Tzarina is certainly the best, I think she's a brilliant fig! Also nice use of the monkey king hair for the lionel, and great idea to have a (orange bearded) Varlyrian Philosopher! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grover Posted October 22, 2021 Nice work! I really like your inclusion of small builds with the figure that enhance the scene. Love the genie and the Lizardman priest! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BardDandelion Posted October 22, 2021 @W Navarre Thanks a lot! I need to buy more of these Monkie Kid hairpieces. Really glad how they combine with lions Chima heads. @Grover Wondered if it's not too much - after all it was CMF challange, not minifigures with small builds but could't stop myself and not make these little builds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LordDan Posted October 25, 2021 A really nice assortment of figs! I really like the tzarina, dark elf witch, and the vampire knight. The swarm of bats behind the vampire knight and the tentacles coming out of the witches book are standout details! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrcp6d Posted October 26, 2021 For me the Genie, Vampire Knight, Dark Elf Witch, Necromancer, Tzarina, Winged Hussar are the best ones of this excellent bunch, but the remainder are all strong designs as well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Umbra-Manis Posted November 7, 2021 These are a great set, and I like the effects you've included, especially the hand in the lake and the flying bats. Also that Hussar and the Vampire Knight are fantastic! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtooker Posted November 18, 2021 The grail knight looks grand! I love the evil and powerful look of the genie. The accessories of the dark which are awesome, both the tentacles coming out of the page and the candle techniques. The wooden pillar with Winged Hussars is great. Great job all around! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites