To achieve bingo on my wargaming bingo card this year, I needed to scratch build a piece of terrain. So, I did a quick-build of a crumbling crypt. The main body of the building is made with foam card and strips of cardboard. I drew the stones on the walls with a pencil. I wish I had spent a bit more time on this part, as they are a bit wobbly. I then added a few Hirstarts bits to create the doorway, the statues down the side, and the drain at the back. I think combining these two techniques makes for fast builds with some nice detail.
The base is just more foam board, bevelled at the edges. I coated the cut edges in white glue to protect them from melting when I primed it black.
Painting was quick and easy. I used a makeup brush to quickly do a few layers of grey, with a final layer of white on the Hirstarts features. When making terrain like this, I think it can be really enhanced with flocking. I put a layer all over the base and added in a few tufts and flowers. Then I glued bits of lichen at random points to show the plants growing in the odd cracks and corners.
Finally, I added a few runes over the door and running down the sides at the front. They are subtle, but they give it a bit more visual interest and a bit more creepiness.
Like I mentioned, I wish I had spent a bit more time on the stone work, but overall, I am happy with the results. I think it'll make a great addition to the tabletop!
Looks good Joe.
ReplyDeleteNice work. I like how those two chonky heroes are winding up to shatter those skeletons.
ReplyDeleteA good themed piece. I like the stonework as it gives the effect that it's beginning to sink under its own weight. This could add risk to any wouldbe grave robbers or even necromancers.
ReplyDeleteStephen